Hamlet
How is Laertes a more formidable foe to use against Hamlet than the King's previous choices?
Act 4 Scene 7
Act 4 Scene 7
The king has convinced Laertes that Hamlet is the cause of his father's death and his sister's insanity. The king plays up Laertes swordsmanship making Laertes believe he has a real chance in avenging his family.