Who is pistol in Shakespeare?

Pistol is a character in Shakespeare's plays Henry IV, Parts 1 and 2, and The Merry Wives of Windsor. He is a follower of Falstaff and is often seen as a comical figure. Pistol is a braggart and a coward, and he is often used for comic relief. He is also a loyal friend to Falstaff, and he is willing to fight for him even when it is not in his own best interests.