Macbeth · Character
Murderers
Hired killers who assassinate Banquo and attempt to kill Fleance.
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Also known as Third Murderer Macbeth
First appearance: macbeth
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In Scene I: Two murderers are recruited by Macbeth to kill Banquo and Fleance. Later, in Scene III: Three murderers carry out Macbeth's…
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