In Shakespeare's Macbeth, the titular character embarks on a tragic journey from a war hero to a tragic tyrant, where his transformation displays the corrupting influence of unchecked ambition. Initially hailed as a valiant warrior, an ideal model for everyone, Macbeth hides a darker undercurrent—an ambition ready to be released without care for any aftereffects. Leaving only death, misery, and bloodshed in its wake. When we first meet Macbeth in Shakespeare's play, he is portrayed as a valiant and loyal warrior, highly esteemed by King Duncan and his peers. We meet him by introducing his peers, and they glorify his victory in battle. Macbeth embodies the archetype of the ideal medieval warrior. One who is courageous, honorable, and most importantly, loyal to his crown, as described by the bleeding captain …show more content…
With their insight, he hopes to know more about his destiny and acquire even just a bit of reassurance that his future is safe. As he wished, Macbeth was given foresight into his undoing. When he learns about the rising suspicion toward his rule and the dissidence coming from Banquo's descendants, he decides to use and abuse this knowledge to slaughter his enemies, which means their families are first. Macbeth decides that the best way to dissuade the Macduffs from acting on anything is by ending their entire family line. Macbeth, now with the remorse for murder being drowned out by his mental instability, sends the murderers who ended Banquo on another mission to kill Macduff's wife and children. Macbeth's attempts at stability are the reason why Macduff is out of his head. If he played his cards right, he could have ended things peacefully. But Macbeth only knows about the nuclear option. His haste in choosing such vile acts is what causes Macduff to aim for Macbeth's