Quotes from the cards... The Hunger Games: Every year in the ruins of what was once north america, The nation of panem forces each of its twelve districts to send a teenage boy and girl to compete. Part twisted entertainment, part government intimidation tatic, The games are a nationally televised event in which "Tributes" must fight with one another until one survivor remains. Thresh: The Male Tribute from District 11 in the 74th hunger games, Thresh is well-built and possesses immense strength. Quiet and solitary, little is known about him.