FROM: "ORNUM PIXYL" AUTHOR OF 23 CANNONS
TO: MY FELLOW REBELS

It is with a very heavy heart that I write this. I fear 23 Cannons has come to its conclusion. I have spent the last two years constantly on the run from a Capitol, hiding in forest cellars and the basements of those kind enough to protect me. This story of all the terrible things the Capitol has done, as well as all who read it, have been my light in the darkness. For that, I thank you all.

I have heard stories of men and women dying carrying copies of this rebel book across district borders. To my knowledge, the Capitol has banned it in all twelve districts. This was never a surprise; there are many points in this story where I portray the Capitol in a less-than-flattering manner. However, I appreciate the impact this novel has had. Knowledge is power.

I have written this story under the Ornum Pixyl pseudonym, and I apologize for never revealing my true name. It is simply a security concern. Now, I believe I am trapped. I hide in a small cellar on the outskirts of District 10. There are peacekeepers on my tail, helicopters and trucks circling this area.

I fear my time is up. However, to those of you strong and bold enough to continue my mission, I leave you this final word. It is only right that we fight with all of our strength to take down the Capitol. A government such as this defies all nature's laws to the most terrible degree. We must do this for our wives and our loved ones. We must do this for mankind.

One last time, thank you for all of your support. It means to me more than you know.

Ornum Pixyl
Sent 2:30 AM, August 6