As stated earlier Manfred takes responsibility for his actions towards Astarte and throughout “Manfred,” it is noticeable how exaggerated Manfred’s desire to keep any power he retains over himself is. Even during times when releasing some of this power would aid him in ending his suffering, such as when he summoned the Witch. “Witch- if thou wilt swear obedience to my will, and do my bidding, it may help thee to thy wishes. Manfred- I will not swear—Obey! and whom? the spirits/ Whose presence I command and be the slave/ Of those who served me—Never!” (Manfred, Act 2, Line 155-160). Manfred stays solid throughout this resolution even when in the presence of the Great Arimanes, “Quote.” Not even at his death does he ceded to the demons that
