As punishment for acts of rebellion, President Snow had announced that this third Quarter Quell would be different. This time, they would be victors from years past, chosen by the magic of destiny, those who would return to the arena.

Of course Haymitch hadn't taken it well. And he drank one last time, trying to drown his sorrows or die of an alcohol coma.

For god's sake, he couldn't go back to that arena.

— “ The male tribute who will participate in this Quarter Quell is... Haymitch Abernathy ” – Effie's voice echoed throughout District 12. It had completely shattered you. And don't even mention Haymitch's expression, completely lost.