Macbeth, being the protagonist seems to possess a good fortune at the beginning of the play. He is an honored and valiant Scottish hero who has just won his greatest battle against Macdonwald and the Thane of Cawdor, the traitors of his king, King Duncan. The king upon hearing the news of Macbeth’s victory, names him the Thane of Cawdor:

No more that thane of Cawdor shall deceive

Our bosom interest: go, pronounce his present death,

And with his former title greet Macbeth.

Macbeth's courageous fighting earns him a reputation of a brave warrior. Soldiers glorify him “...For brave Macbeth-well he deserves that name...” (I.2.18). He is complimented by his colleague, Banquo “Worthy Macbeth…” (I.3.162). Furthermore he earns respect from King Duncan “O Valiant cousin! worthy gentleman!” (I.2.26). Unfortunately Macbeth’s good fortune alter

To prick the sides of my intent, but only

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