# Fabian — Twelfth Night character guide

> Fabian in Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Fabian Ay, Fabian O, Fabian Nay, Fabian Sowter, Fabian O good Sir Toby

**First appearance:** 0010-act-ii-scene-iii

## Who they are

Olivia's servant who joins in the plot against Malvolio.

## In the story

### [Scene V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/twelfth_night_se/chapters/act-ii-scene-v)

Joins the conspiracy, relishing the revenge on Malvolio for past grievances.

### [Scene II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/twelfth_night_se/chapters/act-iii-scene-ii)

Supports Sir Toby's scheme, convincing Sir Andrew that Olivia's actions were meant to rouse his courage.

### [Scene IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/twelfth_night_se/chapters/act-iii-scene-iv)

Joins in mocking Malvolio and assists Sir Toby in pressuring Viola to fight.

### [Scene I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/twelfth_night_se/chapters/act-v-scene-i)

Confesses to the plot against Malvolio; reads Malvolio's letter.

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