Othello: The protagonist, a Moorish general in the Venetian army. He’s a skilled leader and deeply in love with his wife, Desdemona, but his jealousy—stoked by Iago—leads to his tragic downfall.

Desdemona: Othello’s wife, a virtuous and loyal woman. She’s caught in the crossfire of Iago’s schemes, and her innocence becomes a focal point of the play’s tragedy.

Iago: The antagonist and Othello’s ensign. He’s a master manipulator, driven by resentment (partly because Othello passed him over for promotion) and a twisted desire to ruin those around him. One of literature’s most infamous villains.

Cassio: Othello’s lieutenant, the guy who got the promotion Iago wanted. He’s honorable but gets tangled in Iago’s plot after a drunken mistake costs him his position.

Emilia: Iago’s wife and Desdemona’s attendant. She’s sharp-witted and loyal to Desdemona, eventually playing a key role in exposing Iago’s treachery—though too late to stop the tragedy.

Roderigo: A wealthy Venetian who’s in love with Desdemona. He’s a bit of a fool, easily manipulated by Iago into funding and assisting his schemes.

Brabantio: Desdemona’s father, a Venetian senator. He’s outraged by her secret marriage to Othello and accuses him of witchcraft, though he’s powerless to change it.

Montano: The governor of Cyprus, where much of the play takes place. He’s a minor character but helps set the scene.

Bianca: Cassio’s lover, a courtesan. She’s a small but lively part of the story, caught up in Iago’s web when he uses her to fuel Othello’s suspicions.

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