Prince Polixenes is a character from William Shakespeare's play, "The Winter's Tale." He is the King of Bohemia and a close friend of King Leontes of Sicily. Polixenes visits Leontes and his family, which sets off a chain of events that leads to jealousy and tragedy. Throughout the play, Polixenes is portrayed as a loyal friend and a loving father. He becomes protective of his son, Florizel, especially when Florizel falls in love with Perdita, a shepherd's daughter. Polixenes' character embodies themes of friendship, loyalty, and the complexities of love.