Tom Newcliffe is a fictional character from the short story "The Most Dangerous Game," written by Richard Connell. He is portrayed as a wealthy and skilled big-game hunter who becomes the protagonist of the story. Newcliffe's character is defined by his confidence and determination, which ultimately lead him into a deadly game of survival. In the story, Tom Newcliffe finds himself stranded on a remote island owned by General Zaroff, a fellow hunter with a twisted sense of sport. As the narrative unfolds, Newcliffe must use his wits and hunting skills to escape Zaroff's lethal challenge, highlighting themes of morality and the instinct for survival.