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Antipholus of Syracuse

A restless Syracusan traveler combing the world for the twin brother he has never met, and finding instead strangers who greet him like a husband.

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Also known as Antipholus, Antipholus of Syracuse Satan, Satan, Antipholus of Syracuse Who heard me to deny it or forswear it

First appearance: Scene II

As a major figure in The Comedy of Errors, Antipholus of Syracuse is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Arrives in Ephesus, sends his Dromio to the Centaur with money, then wanders the city and is mistaken for his twin by Dromio of Ephesus.
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In Scene II: Arrives in Ephesus, sends his Dromio to the Centaur with money, then wanders the city and is mistaken for his twin by Dromio of Ephesus. Later, in Scene II: Confused by the mistaken identity, he decides to…

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DODromio of Ephe…AOAntipholus of …AEAegeonDSDuke SolinusADAdrianaAOAntipholus of Syracuse

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Syracuse travelers and associates
  • Ephesus authority figures
  • Protagonist

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  • Closing

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