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  1. Iago - Wikipedia

    Iago (/ iˈɑːɡoʊ /) is a fictional character in Shakespeare 's Othello (c. 1601–1604). Iago is the play's main antagonist and Othello 's standard-bearer. He is the husband of Emilia who is in …

  2. Understanding Iago From "Othello" - ThoughtCo

    May 13, 2025 · Iago from Othello is a horrid, sneaky, and deceitful character, evil to the core. Discover what drives Shakespeare's classic traitor.

  3. Iago | Villain, Manipulator, Machiavellian | Britannica

    Iago, fictional character, the villain of William Shakespeare’s tragedy Othello (written 1603–04). One of Shakespeare’s most intriguing and plausible villains, Iago frequently takes the …

  4. Iago in Othello Character Analysis | Shmoop

    Everything you ever wanted to know about Iago in Othello, written by masters of this stuff just for you.

  5. Iago Character Analysis in Othello | SparkNotes

    Possibly the most heinous villain in Shakespeare, Iago is fascinating for his most terrible characteristic: his utter lack of convincing motivation for his actions. In the first scene, he …

  6. Iago, Othello: A Character Analysis Of Iago ️ - No Sweat …

    Iago is a character in Shakespeare’s play, Othello. He is a senior officer in the Venetian army under the command of its general, Othello. Iago is very popular among the characters in the play.

  7. Iago Character Analysis in Othello | LitCharts

    Othello's disloyal standard-bearer and the villain of the play. Angry at having been passed over by Othello for promotion to the rank of lieutenant, and also because he seems to enjoy creating …

  8. Iago Character Introduction - Shakespeare Online

    Iago is a psychopath, and is not capable of forming affectionate relationships or feeling guilt and concern over his behaviour. Unlike Othello, Iago does not have the free will to refrain from …

  9. Iago | Ultimate Lexicon

    Iago: A character in William Shakespeare’s tragedy Othello. He is Othello’s ensign (a low-ranking officer) and antagonist of the play, known for his deceit and manipulative schemes.

  10. Iago (Othello) - Villains Wiki

    Iago is the main antagonist of William Shakespeare’s tragedy Othello. He is a Venetian soldier who serves as the standard-bearer of the Moorish General Othello.