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Entry 1 - Stephanie
 Dearest journal,The day was odd and the whole scenario seems a bit apprehensive. On our way to Duncan’s castle at Forres, we came into contact with unnatural things. Disgusting, insolent ratcatchers! They could not have been human—perhaps something supernatural, fantastical. As we approached, they recited prophecies about Macbeth, and I as well.  Macbeth’s prophecies were most peculiar. Apparently, Macbeth is somehow to become king. I’m doubtful. Macbeth can only become king under the circumstances that Duncan dies, but Duncan is as fit as a fiddle. Moreover, Malcolm, then Donalbain are in line if anything were to actually happen to Duncan. It is ridiculous and even more, impossible.Later came a surprise. Ross and Angus notified Macbeth that he had been declared Thane of Cawdor. This was probably a coincidence. Maybe the witches were in contact with Ross or Angus before we arrived in their cave. My own prophecies, I did not understand. “Not so happy, yet much happier.Lesser than Macbeth, and greater,Thou shalt get kings, though thou be none.” How can I possibly be two things at once: happy, yet not; lesser but greater? Is my child to become king? I love Fleance with all my heart. He is a good boy, but not fit to be a king. All these things were too irrational to be true. I’m sure my mind is more skeptical than that of Macbeth’s. It’s not likely for him to pursue these things of impossible ambition. Oh, well. Our confrontation with the witches was short and childish. None of this will ever come true. I am likely to forget about everything by morrow.I remain, Banquo The song “Time to Pretend” by MGMT was chosen to represent Banquo’s feelings towards prophecies and the witches. The song tells the story of people who have lost themselves in a world that they don’t know and how they miss what their life used to be. This is similar to the situation of Banquo. He believes that if he pursues the prophecies then he will lose track of reality and what is happening in the present. big brother and big sister clubs of canada: Banquo seems to have a father complex towards his son. It is evident that he may want to help other people who may not have a fatherly or sibling-type figure. Canadian Math Society: banquo does not believe in the witches. Therefore, he follows his logic. Math is logical. Posted by Banquo.
Entry 2 - Rui
 [This photo displays the suspicion and innocence that Banquo's character had possessed in the play, Macbeth.] Dearest journal, Suspicions indeed have occurred in my absent mind. It does not want to thin Banquo This song's name is "I Write Sins, Not Tragedies" by Panic! at the Disco. I picked this song for Banquo because, the title of the song and the storyline reflects Banquo in the play Macbeth. The witches enabled Macbeth to commit sins, therefore causing him the ultimate tragedy in the end. The song is basically saying how something so obvious can be so blinding for others. Or, the people that are closest to you can hurt you the most. After Duncan's death, Banquo did not suspect Macbeth at all even though the signs were ever so clear. Rui's Links 1)Runescape : This is an online game that became very popular with kids, teens and adults. It contains kingdoms, and different regions that one can explore. Players get to travel, and have the ability to use spells and devices to enhance their gaming experience. I thought this would be perfect for Banquo's little boy, Fleance. Fleance seems intelligent and witty, where games like Runescape create a fantasy world for players to explore and form alliances with other players. They are able to learn from their own mistatkes and gain strategies. Therefore, I thought this fun and entertaining game would be perfect for Fleance . 2)Tudors : This website is a television series that was based on the reign of King Henry VII(the seventh). I thought this would be something Banquo would enjoy watching in his spare time because, of his new found interest in becoming the ruler of Scotland, after hearing the prophecies made by the witches. Surprisingly, he stands aside and allows nature to take its course, unlike Macbeth trying to fufill his prophecies. Generally, Banquo seems to be the kind of person that has a fascination with loyalty, but does not like to get himself into troubling situations. So, instead of him getting involved, he can sit back, relax and enjoy the show. Posted by Banquo.
Entry 3 - Henry
 [This image is from the movie "Ghost Riders". It is used to depict Banquo's external and internal feelings. On the outside, it is evident that he has been murdered and the two sides in this image depicts the fact that Banquo is only physically put to rest and not his spiritual self. Therefore, he does not possess a human form (hence there is an image of his dissolving character). This image also suggests how Banquo feels betrayed by Macbeth's cruel deeds. The skull on the left side symbolizes hatred and betrayal. Since Macbeth has this evil act, Banquo's ghost will continue to haunt him.]
Dearest journal,  Under the weary sun I have rode all afternoon with my son Fleance. In this dark and mischievous night we have been surprised and attacked. Murdered, I was, under this cruel and hateful night. O treachery! My spirit remains restless.
My body is stained with blood, my soul is reeked with sadness Who am I to haunt? Macbeth, the early Glamis, the old Cawdor and currently the ungrateful Scottish king. I know he has sent those murderers for his selfish goals. I understand now that it is all because of the predictions of the three witches. His egotistic desires made him lay his dirty hands upon me because he wanted his son’s to be kings not mine. Oh, I hope Fleance escaped from those sinful murderers, he’s the only hope I have. 
The only beacon of light left is my son Fleance. Thou may 'st revenge. Now that I am dead, my ghostly self has talked to the noble Duncan in his grave. Not far from suspicion, he told me Macbeth was responsible for this heartless act, not the innocent Malcolm and Donalbain. I can’t believe how much Macbeth has changed since we met the weird sisters. Since then, he has become murderous, untrustworthy, disloyal and ambitious. For his wicked deeds, he will be punished. His banquet, I did surprise that night. My bloody and tortured human ghost attended his feast upon his command. Poor Macbeth, he seemed shocked that evening by my presence. He made a complete fool of himself as he talked to my ghost form, by which no other lords could see. Let this be a warning to him. What he has done to the gracious Duncan and myself will haunt him forever. Like me, Duncan’s ghost will continue his way to haunt Macbeth’s equally sinister wife until she is driven insane.  Upon our nightly intrusions, Duncan and I have seen the tyrant's wife sleep walk. In her sleep she talks, about the cruel deeds that they have accomplished. Some truth she did say about me, "Banquo's buried; he cannot come out one's grave." That is where she is wrong, for I must wander as an innocent soul until their means are justified. Neither of them hence forth shall sleep peacefully ever again.
The sins committed by those will eventually find their way to harm them back in unnatural ways. I remain, In Death, Banquo
Plight of a Murdered Ghost
Lyrics by: Henry Liu
Verse 1: December 1st on a lonely night, My human self walked on the street. I turned my head, to my surprise A gun held high, put me to sleep. A cruel dark smile on his face, While my existence slipped out of place.
Verse 2: I screamed in terror beyond the light, A solid despair none could hear. My body lay still on the cold ground, My face with blood and innocent tears. Spirit of darkness devoured my soul, Constant vengeance became my goal.
Verse 3: In the shadows I must now remain, Decades have passed, hatred had grew. Day through night I monitored him, His evil deeds would be subdued. In his nightmares I would enter, Till conscience is lost, hope surrendered.
Chorus: From dawn to night I haunt this earth, My spirit unrest Till my rebirth… My spirit unrest Till my rebirth…
Henry's Links 1) Flight Centre: This is a traveling website which allows people to order discounted airline tickets. This is relevant to Banquo because he is a character who enjoys traveling around. This is demonstrated through his desire of going riding with Fleance. 2) Ghost Study: This site has some of the photos of ghosts which people have claimed to have taken in the past. The ghostly form of Banquo will enjoy this site because he is able to see some of his ghostly friends in the afterlife. 3) Prank Space: This is a place for people like Banquo to learn some pranks to fool with people. There is a variety of pranks updated on this site for different occasions (Halloween, April Fools, etc). Banquo is a character who likes joking around alot. He did this after the king commented on his victory as well as making his mysterious appearance during Macbeth's banquet. Posted by Banquo.
Entry 4 - Manar
 [This picture represents the expression 'the sky is falling. Macbeth's life has fallen apart and the end is near.]Dearest journal, Loneliness is Death's only companion, of that I am certain.
Instruments of darkness console him - none of woman borne can kill Macbeth. Ah, the tyrant knows not that dearest Macduff was untimely ripped from his mother's womb. There is hope for Scotland, and I hope with all my heart, for dearest Fleance. I know not where my son has fled for I am bound to the castle where the fiend dwells. It matters not if my son bears a crown; only his health and happiness can warm this cold, lifeless heart. To think I once called Macbeth friend and held him close to my heart, the very same his men stopped so untimely. Do his cruelties have no end? Does he not wish the blood would wash from his hands like his wife? Oh tyrant! He had the babes and wife of noble Macduff murder'd like lambs to the slaughter.
Though most tragic, Macduff may, in his grief, seek vegeance for their good souls (may they find heaven) and cure poor Scotland of her disease. The disease which calls itself Macbeth. Macbeth! None serve him in love for he has no love under which to serve. All have abandoned Macbeth except those bound to his crown. Even his wife has abandoned life in her madness. You have all but none. Have we eaten on the insane root that takes the reason prisoner? Reason too has abandoned your mind, poor tyrant. I laugh at thee now for the wyrd sisters, albeit their knowledge of things best left unknown, spoke of my person, now dead, being happier still than you, oh great king of Scotland. A messenger came bearing most terrible news for the tyrant - delightful for those who rejoice in the triumph of light over the darkness fallen over our sickly country. The woods have begun to move. Justice is upon Scotland to-day.
Oh Macbeth, go you hence! Fie, the flames of Hell dance brightly in welcome of its newest guest! The gates to Mercy have long since closed for you, old friend. I remain, The World is Darker - Neverending White Lights "The World Is Darker" by the Neverending White Lights is a song about betrayal, loss, and the darkness found in Man's heart. Banquo has faced all of those things in both life and death, all at the hands of Macbeth. Banquo trusted Macbeth, only to be stabbed in the back; "watch your heart if you're back is bleeding". Those closest to us are often the ones to do the greatest harm. "The heart is dark but the world is darker" speaks of how Macbeth, though evil, was also shaped into his cruelty by the prophecies and his ambition - by the world or what he perceived it to be. Manar's Links 1) HorsePlay Niagra: As mentioned in the play, Banquo enjoys riding, especially with his son Fleance. He would visit this site to find scenic trails to ride with Fleance as well as other activities to do with his son. 2) Sword Academy: Being a soldier, Banquo would have been skilled in the art of fighting and if he were living today, he would be an ideal instructor at the Sword Academy. Also, he would have wanted his son Fleance to hone sword fighting skills, and enrolled him. Posted by Banquo.
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About Me
 I bore the name Banquo whilst I lived and when I was fellow soldier and friend to Macbeth. I was loyal to noble Duncan who Macbeth murdered, and I too was eventually disposed of.
I am now a ghost caught between Life and Death. I dearly love my son Fleance and pray he is somewhere safe.
Loyalty
ACT 1, Scene 3
The instruments of darkness tell us truths, Win us with honest trifles, to betray us In deepest consequence - Banquo Stephanie's Links
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Betrayal
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Father and Son
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