The Development of MacBeth's Character Through Act 1
             Initially we see Macbeth as a valiant, heroic, powerful solider, his conduct on the battlefield described vividly by a wounded captain returning from the battle."For brave Macbeth - well he deserves that name." Macbeths actions on the battlefield show us another side to his character, we see a ruthless, cold-blooded man that shows no morality towards the victims of his sword. His sword is described as, "brandished steel which smoked with bloody execution," this imagery tool gives us the romantic impression of Macbeth slaying so many soldiers that his sword was hot with the work he had done. Barbarity is also portrayed in the description given by the captain, as he tells of the precise undertakings of Macbeths killings, "He unseamed him from the nave to th'chaps and fixed his head upon the battlements." Duncan then describes Macbeth as," valiant cousin, worthy gentleman." This description promoted a apprehensive image in my eyes as, before, Macbeth had been epitomized a barbaric soldier showing no mercy, but now he is being praised by the King of Scotland for his actions. Macbeths barbarism is yet again portrayed when we are told of how he treats his victims, "fixed his head upon our battlements." Macbeths does this to show his worthiness of victory and to prove to everyone on the battlefield who is the bravest. This exemplifies Macbeths ruthless character, capable of killing in single combat. The captain also talks of Macbeth and Banquo's ferocity as he describes them as,"cannons overcharged with double cracks," depicting Macbeth and Banquo's aggressiveness and their lust for blood. Macbeth is described as,"Bellona's bridegroom," a quote displaying Macbeth as the bridegroom of the Goddess of war. This tells us that, to be the bridegroom of the Goddess of war you need to be as warlike as her.
             Macbeths encounter with the three witches is the source of his murderous intent, he star...