At the beginning of this play, King Duncan and Malcom talk highly of a loyal, battle-hardy warrior, who will become to be known as the protagonist Macbeth. Macbeth first starts his journey at the Castle of Cawdor. He fights there and claims victory from the rebels and the Norwegian forces that later arrive. Soon after, three witches appear before them, and consult with Macbeth and his battle friend Banquo. They foretell that Macbeth will become Thane of Cawdor, and eventually King of Scotland. Banquo questions them of his fate, yet they do not answer his question directly; “You will be a father of kings, but you won’t be one yourself. So hail Macbeth and Banquo!” (Act I, Scene III). The witches praise them, but also add that Banquo will give rise to sons who will become kings, though Banquo will not become a king himself. Macbeth ponders their words, but does not act on them just yet.…