# Pan Zagloba — With Fire and Sword character guide > Pan Zagloba in With Fire and Sword by Henryk Sienkiewicz. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Zagloba, Pan Podbipienta **First appearance:** 0001-ii ## Snapshot A fat, boastful nobleman whose tongue is as quick as his sword, he turns taverns into recruiting grounds and lies into legends. ## Who they are Zagloba drifts through the Commonwealth's camps and taverns as a self-appointed fixer, drinking with magnates, spinning impossible tales, and attaching himself to younger soldiers like Volodyovski. His courage is real but his vanity is larger, and his grief over Helena's fate collapses into curses and fresh carousing. He matters because his stratagems and sheer nerve repeatedly pull the heroes out of traps, even as his exaggerations make every rescue sound twice its size. ## Relationships ### [Bogun](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/characters/bogun) _rivalry_ Bogun and Pan Zagloba are bitter enemies, as Zagloba repeatedly outwits and humiliates Bogun, especially regarding Helena. ### [Pan Volodyovski](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/characters/pan_volodyovski) _friendship_ Pan Volodyovski and Pan Zagloba are close friends and comrades-in-arms, often fighting together and sharing adventures. ### [Princess Helena](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/characters/princess_helena) _friendship_ Pan Zagloba acts as a protective guardian and clever ally to Princess Helena, rescuing her from Bogun's clutches. ### [Pan Skshetuski](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/characters/pan_skshetuski) _friendship_ Pan Skshetuski and Pan Zagloba are loyal friends and fellow soldiers, with Zagloba often aiding Skshetuski in his quests. ### [Pan Longin Podbipienta](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/characters/pan_longin_podbipienta) _friendship_ Pan Longin Podbipienta and Pan Zagloba are good friends and companions, often joking and fighting together. ### [Bogun](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/characters/bogun) _rivalry_ Bogun and Pan Zagloba are bitter enemies, as Zagloba repeatedly outwits and humiliates Bogun, especially regarding Helena. ### [Princess Helena](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/characters/princess_helena) _friendship_ Pan Zagloba acts as a protective guardian and clever ally to Princess Helena, rescuing her from Bogun's clutches. ### [Pan Skshetuski](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/characters/pan_skshetuski) _friendship_ Pan Skshetuski and Pan Zagloba are loyal friends and fellow soldiers, with Zagloba often aiding Skshetuski in his quests. ### [Pan Volodyovski](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/characters/pan_volodyovski) _friendship_ Pan Volodyovski and Pan Zagloba are close friends and comrades-in-arms, often fighting together and sharing adventures. ### [Pan Longin Podbipienta](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/characters/pan_longin_podbipienta) _friendship_ Pan Longin Podbipienta and Pan Zagloba are good friends and companions, often joking and fighting together. ### [Princess Helena](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/characters/princess_helena) _friendship_ Pan Zagloba acts as a protective guardian and clever ally to Princess Helena, rescuing her from Bogun's clutches. ### [Pan Volodyovski](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/characters/pan_volodyovski) _friendship_ Pan Volodyovski and Pan Zagloba are close friends and comrades-in-arms, often fighting together and sharing adventures. ## In the story ### [VIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/viii) Seen drinking with Bogun at Dopula's wine-cellar, later meets Skshetuski and jokes about Podbipienta. ### [Chapter XVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xvii) Attempts to calm Bogun and dissuade him from the reckless expedition, but ultimately decides to accompany him out of self-preservation. ### [Chapter XVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xviii) Accompanies Bogun as his friend and ally; reads Skshetuski's letter aloud, exposing the family's betrayal; appears unexpectedly to assist Bogun after the duel. ### [Chapter XIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xix) Consoles Helena, recounts Bogun's rage, and learns of the widespread rebellion; considers Zólotonosha as a refuge. ### [Chapter XX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xx) Disguises himself as a blind minstrel to manipulate peasants and later cuts Helena's hair to disguise her as a boy. ### [Chapter XXI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xxi) Flees with Helena, disguises her as a minstrel boy, crosses the Dnieper at Próhorovka amid rebellion, and resolves to continue despite dangers. ### [Chapter XXIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xxiii) Revealed to have rescued Helena by binding Bogun and fleeing with her disguised as a Cossack. ### [Chapter XXIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xxiv) Missing; Skshetuski suspects he stripped a man and boy to disguise himself and Helena. ### [XXV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xxv) Sought by Skshetuski; Podbipienta defends his integrity and suggests he fled with Helena across the Dnieper. ### [Chapter XXVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xxviii) Disguised as a minstrel, reveals he rescued Helena and brought her to Bar, then joins Skshetuski. ### [The Night March to Konstantinoff](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xxx) Narrates his escape with Princess Helena from Hmelnitski's camp, using a minstrel disguise and a baton. Expresses unease before the upcoming battle. ### [XXXI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xxxi) Converses with Skshetuski about Bogun and the upcoming battle; captures a banner. ### [Chapter XXXIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xxxiii) Present among the officers, jokes about the prince's possible gout. ### [XXXVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xxxvii) Leads the discussion about Helena's rescue, proposes plans to send spies and catch informants, and expresses fatherly concern for her. ### [XXXVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xxxviii) Volunteers to lead a separate party to spread reports and gather intelligence, boasting of his military experience. ### [XXXIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xxxix) Commands the detachment alone; feels fear and loneliness; joins the wedding feast, drinks heavily, and loses consciousness. ### [Chapter XL](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xl) Captured and tied in a stable, he frees himself and hides in the loft, then witnesses a battle and is later found missing. ### [XLI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xli) Claims credit for the victory over Bogun; reveals that he learned from Bogun that Princess Helena is alive and unharmed. ### [Chapter XLII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xlii) Travels with Skshetuski's party, comments on the situation and past victories. ### [XLIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xliii) Advises Volodyovski and reminisces about life in Warsaw. ### [Chapter XLIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xliv) Leads the revelry and dueling in Warsaw, suffers bouts of melancholy over Skshetuski and Helena, and mediates the confrontation with Bogun. ### [XLV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xlv) Observes the duel, helps carry Bogun, dresses his wounds, and sends Eliasenko away to report to Hmelnitski. ### [XLVI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xlvi) Celebrates Bogun's death with Volodyovski, discusses the prince's favor, and plans to help Skshetuski find Helena. ### [XLVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xlvii) Leaves Warsaw with Volodyovski, expresses eagerness for adventure and stratagems, and plans to find Skshetuski and rescue Princess Helena. ### [XLVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xlviii) Travels with Volodyovski to Zbaraj, relates the killing of Bogun, and decides they must wait for Skshetuski. ### [XLIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/xlix) Mentioned as the source of the rumor that Bogun was killed, and as having previously helped rescue Helena. ### [LII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/lii) Bored at Zbaraj, delays expedition, drinks with townspeople, and counsels patience. Receives news from Skshetuski via Zakhar. ### [LIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/liii) Grieves deeply upon hearing of Princess Helena's reported death; expresses despair and a sense of futility. ### [LIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/liv) Reveals his discovery of Bogun in Vlodava and his plot for revenge; later falls into deep melancholy over Helena's loss. ### [LV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/lv) Travels with the group, boasts of his knowledge of black art and Tartars, and expresses confidence in their mission. ### [LVI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/lvi) Leads the group with stratagems, uses Burlai's baton to pass through Cossack territory, and discovers Bogun's release by Rogovski. ### [Chapter LVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/lvii) Zagloba is among the nobles supporting the baldachin during the procession with the most holy sacrament on the ramparts. ### [Chapter LVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/lviii) Boasts of past pranks, advises a sally, and reluctantly joins the night raid, complaining about the water and danger. ### [LIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/lix) Complains about half-rations but engages in verbal duels with the Cossacks, taunting them about the Lithuanian army and his killing of Burlai. ### [Chapter LX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/lx) Reluctantly agrees to join the dangerous mission, expressing frustration and fear. ### [LXI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/lxi) Stands on the rampart with Volodyovski, grieving for Podbipienta and worrying about Skshetuski's mission. ### [LXIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/lxiii) Arrives with the group announcing peace; claims to have killed Burlai and boasts of his exploits. ### [Epilogue](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/epilogue) Serves as a volunteer in Prince Yeremi's division at Berestechko. ### [Accent](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/chapters/accent) Mentioned as the whimsical narrator who invents village names belonging to Podbipienta. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/characters/pan_zagloba - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/with_fire_and_sword_se/characters