The King of Scotland and Macbeth's host. A respected monarch who rewards Macbeth with the title of Thane of Cawdor and names his son Malcolm as heir. His visit to Macbeth's castle provides the opportunity for Macbeth and Lady Macbeth to assassinate him.
Feudal lord and sovereign monarch bound by duty.
Deceptive hostess who welcomes the king to his doom.
Sovereign monarch who trusts and rewards his loyal general.
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