Iago speaks illy of Othello. Immediately after the play begins, Roderigo says to Iago, "Thou toldst me thou didst hold him [Othello] in thy hate" (I.I.7). He holds the position of standard-bearer, yet speaks of his general in a malicious manner to others. Iago casually refers to Othello as " . . . an old black ram" (I.I.97), " . . .

As well as his nasty remarks, Iago also does whatever it takes to get what he wants. It is of no matter who may get hurt: "I follow him to serve my turn upon him" (I.I.45). Iago tells Roderigo that "In following him [Othello], I follow but myself" (I.I.64). He is only out for personal gain. Iago's jealousy leads him to plot to steal Cassio's position as lieutenant by suggesting that Cassio is having an affair with Desdemona: "To get his [Cassio] place and to plume up my will / . . . to abuse Othello's ear / That he [Cassio] is too familiar with his wife" (I.III.436-439). Iago is loyal to none, ruthlessly pitting people against one another. He is falsely kind and protective toward Othello. He tells Othello that after hearing Brabantio speak "such scurvy and provoking terms / against your Honou

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