You must forgive my Hunters if they do not welcome you, Artemis said. It is very rare that we would have boys in this camp. Boys are usually forbidden to have any contact with the Hunters. The last one to see this camp… She looked at Zoe. Which one was it? That boy in Colorado, Zoe said. You turned him into a jackalope. Ah, yes. Artemis nodded, satisfied. I enjoy making jackalopes.
In this excerpt from "The Titan's Curse," Artemis expresses her Hunters' reluctance to welcome boys into their camp, emphasizing that this is a special rule. The mention of a previous boy, who had a negative encounter with the camp, highlights the Hunters' cautious nature regarding boys. Zoe's recollection of the incident involving the boy from Colorado, who was transformed into a jackalope, serves as a reminder of the consequences of breaking their strict protocols.
The interaction reveals Artemis’s light-hearted approach to her powers, as she admits to enjoying turning boys into jackalopes. This adds a humorous element to a serious situation and illustrates the unique dynamics at play within the camp of the Hunters. The exchange underscores both the rules surrounding gender and the magical abilities associated with Artemis’ character.
