Katniss is a seventeen-year-old victor of two Hunger Games and the reluctant face of the rebellion, operating from the underground District 13. She suffers from intense trauma and survivor's guilt, finding herself caught between the demands of the rebel leadership and her desire to protect her remaining family. Her primary motivation is to ensure the safety of her loved ones and seek vengeance against the Capitol for its atrocities.

Peeta is Katniss's fellow victor from District 12, currently held captive by the Capitol. Known for his charisma and deep devotion to Katniss, he is utilized as a propaganda mouthpiece by President Snow to call for a ceasefire. His imprisonment and the psychological conditioning he endures severely alter his memories and behavior.

Gale is Katniss's childhood best friend and former hunting partner. Relocated to District 13, he becomes a dedicated soldier in the rebellion, willing to use brutal, utilitarian tactics to defeat the Capitol. His pragmatic approach to warfare creates ideological tension between him and Katniss.

Alma Coin is the highly rational leader of District 13 and the rebellion against the Capitol. She runs her underground society with strict discipline, aiming to install a representative democracy. While she positions herself as a savior, her cold calculations and willingness to use extreme measures cause friction with Katniss.

Coriolanus Snow is the tyrannical president of Panem who rules from the wealthy Capitol. He maintains his absolute authority through intimidation and psychological warfare. He harbors a particular obsession with destroying Katniss and subduing the uprising she inspired.

Prim is Katniss's thirteen-year-old sister, representing innocence and a future worth fighting for. Living in District 13, she trains to become a doctor and offers Katniss a sense of purpose during the chaos of the war.

Katniss and Prim's mother, who fled to District 13 after the destruction of their home. She applies her medical knowledge by working in the underground hospital, tending to wounded refugees and rebel fighters.

A former Hunger Games victor from District 12 who served as a mentor to Katniss and Peeta. He struggles with forced alcohol withdrawal in District 13's strictly regulated environment but remains a sharp strategist who understands Katniss's instincts better than the rebel leadership.

The former Head Gamemaker for the Capitol who defected to lead the rebellion's propaganda efforts. He leverages his knowledge of Capitol media and entertainment to create compelling broadcasts for the rebel cause.

A Quarter Quell survivor from District 4 who suffers from severe trauma. He bonds with Katniss over their shared psychological scars and their mutual anxiety regarding the loved ones Snow holds captive in the Capitol.

A high-ranking military commander in District 13 who serves as a protector and squad leader. He is pragmatic but demonstrates a growing personal loyalty to Katniss that supersedes his strict obedience to Coin.

A brilliant, tech-savvy victor from District 3. He assists the rebellion by hacking into the Capitol's broadcast system to air rebel propaganda and designing advanced, highly destructive weaponry.

A rebel documentary director who fled the Capitol to film propaganda videos. She focuses on capturing the raw, unscripted emotions needed to rally the districts against Snow's regime.

A cameraman for the rebellion and an Avox, a person whose tongue was removed by the Capitol. He spent years working in the underground tunnels of the Capitol, making him a valuable guide for the rebel forces.

A cameraman who works alongside his brother Pollux and director Cressida to film propaganda material for the rebel forces.

An assistant to Cressida on the propaganda television crew, helping coordinate the filming of the Mockingjay propos.

A fierce and abrasive Quarter Quell tribute from District 7. She suffers from severe trauma and flashbacks after being tortured by the Capitol, but forms a tentative bond with Katniss during their recovery.

Finnick's traumatized girlfriend from District 4. Her safety is a primary condition for Finnick's cooperation with the rebels, and she suffers from severe mental instability following her time in the Hunger Games and captivity.

A young, capable military commander leading the rebel forces in District 8. She is grounded, respected by her people, and dedicated to the frontline fight against the Capitol.

The flamboyant, long-time television host for the Capitol who conducts televised interviews that function as state propaganda.

A kind-hearted refugee from District 12 who grew up with Peeta. She is used by the rebel medical team to help rehabilitate him due to her lack of association with the Hunger Games.

A strict soldier in Katniss's squad who invents a reality-checking game to help Peeta distinguish real memories from hijacked ones.

A soldier in Katniss's squad who sacrifices his own safety to manage the unpredictable danger posed by a hijacked Peeta during combat.

A former Hunger Games stylist cast out by Capitol society. Her features have been surgically altered to look feline, and she harbors a deep grudge against President Snow, leading her to shelter Katniss's squad.

Prim's scarred and grumpy cat. He survives the bombing of District 12 and serves as a comforting presence for Prim in District 13.