Which recurring comic character leads a group of petty criminals at the Boar's Head Tavern and influences Prince Hal?
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Correct answer: Sir John Falstaff
Sir John Falstaff is one of Shakespeare's most celebrated creations. He represents the 'Lord of Misrule,' embodying the vices that Prince Hal must eventually renounce to become a successful king.
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