# Edward — Richard II character guide

> Edward in Richard II by William Shakespeare.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Edward

**First appearance:** 0002-act-i-scene-i

## Who they are

Likely a reference to Edward III, Richard's grandfather, mentioned in lineage.

## Relationships

### [King Richard II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/richard_ii_se/characters/king_richard_ii)

_family_

Edward is likely a relative (possibly the Duke of York) and interacts with Richard in a familial court context.

### [King Richard II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/richard_ii_se/characters/king_richard_ii)

_family_

Edward is likely a relative (possibly the Duke of York) and interacts with Richard in a familial court context.

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