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Claudius

Servant of Brutus who helps guard his tent.

minor

Also known as Sirrah Claudius

First appearance: act iv scene iii

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See Claudius in act iv scene iii

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LELepidusCCCaius CassiusJCJulius CaesarMBMarcus BrutusLULuciusCLClaudius

Relationship types

  • Professional
  • Other

Character groups

  • Servants and Soldiers
  • Supporting Characters and Omens
  • Conspirators and Key Figures
  • Protagonist

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SetupAftermathClimax
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  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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Relationships

  • Lucius

    professional · positive

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See Claudius in act iv scene iii