# Reignier — Henry VI, Part I character guide

> Reignier in Henry VI, Part I by William Shakespeare.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Reignier, Pucelle Reignier, Reignier Woman, Exeunt Reignier, Reignier Salisbury

**First appearance:** 0030-act-v-scene-iii

## Snapshot

The titular King of Naples and Jerusalem whose threadbare fortunes make his daughter Margaret a pawn in Suffolk's marriage scheme.

## Who they are

Reignier is a French nobleman of grand titles and thin resources, styled king of Naples and Jerusalem but dependent on the shifting alliances of the French wars. Suffolk inflates his standing to sell the match to Henry, while Gloucester and Exeter note that his wealth is so slight he would sooner receive a dower than give one. His poverty and pretension make Margaret's elevation a bargain dressed as a triumph, and the discrepancy feeds the suspicions that surround the marriage.

## In the story

### [Scene II: The Arrival of Joan la Pucelle](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/henry_vi_part_i_se/chapters/act-i-scene-ii)

Initially suggests lifting the siege; later participates in testing Joan and supports her leadership.

### [Scene VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/henry_vi_part_i_se/chapters/act-i-scene-vi)

Calls for public celebrations and feasts to mark the victory.

### [Scene II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/henry_vi_part_i_se/chapters/act-v-scene-ii)

Present among the French leaders.

### [Scene III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/henry_vi_part_i_se/chapters/act-v-scene-iii)

Father of Margaret, agrees to her marriage to Henry in exchange for peace and control of Anjou and Maine.

### [Scene IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/henry_vi_part_i_se/chapters/act-v-scene-iv)

Present at the peace negotiations, advises Charles to accept the terms.

### [Scene V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/henry_vi_part_i_se/chapters/act-v-scene-v)

Mentioned as Margaret's father, King of Naples and Jerusalem, whose alliance would secure peace with France.

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