Complex sentence: Meanwhile, the malevolent but weak-willed Richard tries to win over the scheming Madalena and seeks help from his brawny henchman, Gareth, and his chef, Vincenzo.
Split into simpler sentences: Meanwhile, the malevolent but weak-willed Richard tries to win over the scheming Madalena. Richard has help in his efforts from his brawny henchman, Gareth, and his chef, Vincenzo.