About the series. . . .
Taking place many years after canon in an alternate universe in which there was no second rebellion, "Alternate Universe Hunger Games" focuses on original characters (mainly victors) in an exploration of the world of Panem.
The second rebellion was more of a reformation in which the standard of living was greatly raised for the district residents. This was heavily influenced by a population boom in the Capitol accompanied by growing unrest within the districts. The people in power realized that a starving, uneducated population wouldn't be able to support the growing Capitol, so they began to focus on improving the quality of life for everyone across Panem. A population boom occurred in the districts as well, with the average number of children per family increasing significantly.
Even though the district residents are still very much controlled by the Capitol, the standard of living has greatly improved. School is mandatory through the age of eighteen. Every district has institutions of higher education (universities). Residents have the opportunity to go to trade schools to learn their district's trade so that they can better perform their jobs. There are hospitals with real doctors readily available to the citizens. People can have hobbies and play sports and enjoy their lives. There are opportunities within each district to find jobs that aren't directly related to the district specialties. Citizens have access to houses with running water, reliable electricity, etc. In many ways, it's not so different from modern first-world societies.
But their are downsides still. Censorship is a major issue. The Hunger Games still exist (although chances of any one person being reaped at random are much lower due to the larger population). For the victors, life after victory is strongly controlled by the Capitol, and punishments are not unheard of for stepping out of line. Victors are required to pretend they like the Hunger Games, to embrace the Capitol's lifestyle and values, and to mentor year after year after year. . . .
The second rebellion was more of a reformation in which the standard of living was greatly raised for the district residents. This was heavily influenced by a population boom in the Capitol accompanied by growing unrest within the districts. The people in power realized that a starving, uneducated population wouldn't be able to support the growing Capitol, so they began to focus on improving the quality of life for everyone across Panem. A population boom occurred in the districts as well, with the average number of children per family increasing significantly.
Even though the district residents are still very much controlled by the Capitol, the standard of living has greatly improved. School is mandatory through the age of eighteen. Every district has institutions of higher education (universities). Residents have the opportunity to go to trade schools to learn their district's trade so that they can better perform their jobs. There are hospitals with real doctors readily available to the citizens. People can have hobbies and play sports and enjoy their lives. There are opportunities within each district to find jobs that aren't directly related to the district specialties. Citizens have access to houses with running water, reliable electricity, etc. In many ways, it's not so different from modern first-world societies.
But their are downsides still. Censorship is a major issue. The Hunger Games still exist (although chances of any one person being reaped at random are much lower due to the larger population). For the victors, life after victory is strongly controlled by the Capitol, and punishments are not unheard of for stepping out of line. Victors are required to pretend they like the Hunger Games, to embrace the Capitol's lifestyle and values, and to mentor year after year after year. . . .