Octavian Creed

Cladius Creed (older brother)

Mila Creed (younger sister)

## Backstory

**Early Life**

Octavian was the middle child in a family of five born in the outskirts of District Two. Although the District was one of the wealthiest in the nation, there were still pockets of poverty, especially in the wilderness. Both of Octavian's parents were poor stonemasons who struggled to provide for their family. They looked forward to the years when a tribute from District Two won the Games since the Capitol showered even the poorest families with extra rations. Growing up, Octavian and his siblings worshipped the Games. At a young age, he made clear his desire to enroll in the Career Academy. But no amount of begging could convince his parents to enroll him to spend their life savings on tuition.

**The Peacekeeper**

Octavian graduated from school at the age of eighteen, near the top of his class academically. Many of his peers accused him of being an opportunist, which he took in stride. He was the golden boy of his graduating class. His teachers' praises and his excellent physical condition were enough to get him enlisted as a Peacekeeper. He caught on quickly to the physical training, although he wasn't nearly as skilled as those his age who had come from the Career Academy. Comparing himself to those soldiers only made him more eager to prove himself to his superiors. He was a natural with firearms, though it would take a number of years for him to overcome his clumsiness.

After completing his training in District Two, he was stationed in District Eleven. Peacekeepers were notoriously harsh there, with whippings and public executions on a near daily basis. They justified their means as necessary since the working force was large and rebellion in the District would be catastrophic. The violence made his stomach churn for the first few months. This wasn't anything like he'd expected when he enlisted. The further training was more akin to hazing, with his commanders forcing him to inflict violence on innocent citizens if he didn't want him and his family back home to pay the price.

Octavian, fearful of leaving his family to starve back home, followed every order he was given. By the end of his first year, he'd been a part of at least a dozen whippings and killed two citizens with his own pistol. As time passed, those numbers only grew. Time only desensitized him to the bloodshed. And in return for his obedience, he was promoted. As he moved up in the ranks, his salary grew, and in time, he was able to solely provide for his parents back in District Two.

**Second in Command**

At the age of twenty-six, Octavian chose to take the officer placement exam. He'd always been an avid reader, so the English and reading sections came naturally. However, he was at a distinct disadvantage compared to his peers when it came to the knowledge of the military and the law, as neither of his parents worked in the military. All he knew about government was what he was taught back in school. He finally passed the exam on his third try, after which he was able to move back home to District Two to train as an officer.

At this time, he received more training, both in combat and in strategy. His reputation as a star student continued, and he was one of the few in his class to actually receive their promised promotion. At the age of twenty-eight, he became second in command to the Head Peacekeeper in District Two.

**The Minister of Defense**

When Octavian was thirty, one of Snow's cabinet members died suddenly: the Minister of Defense. Octavian assumed he would become the next Head Peacekeeper of District Two when the current one retired, but he knew better than to pass up the opportunity to move to the Capitol. He would resort to whatever means necessary to be selected for that position, even if it meant sabotage. Octavian was one of a handful of candidates for the position, including Helena Vaerys. He was eventually chosen for his hidden charm and stellar wits. Though he was known to be stern and regimented, something about his demeanor made people trust him. The gleam in his eyes was almost welcoming, which in the right circumstances, could be dangerous. He moved to the Capitol at thirty and served as the Minister of Defense until the age of thirty-three when the Second Rebellion rose and Snow's regime was ultimately overthrown.

**The Third Rebellion**

In progress...

## Current Happenings

Octavian is an active member of the Capitol's military.

## Relationships

**Octavian Creed and Viktoriya Jennings**

In progress...

**Octavian Creed and Helena Vaerys**

In progress...

## Skills

**Skilled Marksman:** Octavian first learned to shoot a gun when he enlisted as a Peacekeeper at the age of eighteen. His calm nature and attention to detail made him a natural with firearms. He prefers to fight at a distance than up close, and in battle, he will always be found with multiple guns. He can shoot anything from a pistol, to a rifle, to a machine gun. He can shoot at moving targets while moving himself, disarm an opponent with a firearm, and resist being disarmed himself.

**Military Strategist:** Octavian has been trained heavily in military strategy, ancient and modern law, as well as philosophy and some history. He is well-versed in the art of war and is an expert logistician. He is extremely cunning and can think three and four steps ahead of his opponent. This provides him a minor advantage in combat, as well.

**Expert Linguist and Speechwriter:** Octavian is skilled with words and routinely gives speeches to the President's cabinet as well as the nation at large. He prides himself in his ability to coerce others using just his words and his wit.