“The Most Dangerous Game” is a fascinating short story, filled with mystique and suspense. With deft pacing, the story builds tension and action as the hunter becomes the hunted!
As a big game hunter, I am usually on the other end of the rifle.
CHARACTER vs SELF
CHARACTER vs SOCIETY
Rainsford vs. Zaroff: Most of the conflict centers around Zaroff's bet with Rainsford. If Rainsford can survive on his island for three days while being hunted, Zaroff will help him leave Ship Trap Island.
Rainsford vs. Nature: Rainsford must overcome and survive nature several times. Examples: he falls off the boat and must make it ashore, and he must survive in the jungle for three days.
Rainsford vs. himself: At the beginning of the story, Rainsford expresses an intense admiration for hunting. However, once he becomes the prey, he sees the sport from a different angle, and begins to shift his views.
Zaroff vs. Society: Zaroff's view of life and hunting have forced him into seclusion on Ship Trap Island. After becoming bored with hunting animals, he began to hunt humans, the most dangerous game, which is illegal and frowned upon by society.