The setting of “The Most Dangerous Game” is a small island with an unknown location. There’s a “tangle of trees and underbrush” awaiting Rainsford, along with trampled weeds and blood, likely from an animal (3). Rainsford notices an empty cartridge, giving him the impression that there are people here. He confirms that when he sees a huge mansion with a “tall spiked iron gate” and a “leering gargoyle for a knocker”, which gives the impression of a prison like building (4). This, among other things gives Rainsford an uncomfortable feeling, almost as if he shouldn’t be there. Ultimately, the setting basically makes the plot-without the setting Rainsford wouldn’t have the same experience when being hunted, which would make the story less powerful.
