1. Claudio calls her a “rotten orange” in Act IV.

1. Tells Claudio that they should spend the time until his wedding trying to get Benedick and Beatrice together.

1. Always uses a “jade’s trick” when arguing with Beatrice.

1. The master constable of Messina. Tries to sound smart, but just looks more foolish.

Assistant to the master constable.

1. Half-brother to Don Pedro; primary antagonist.

1. Woos Margaret and makes Claudio believe Hero is unfaithful.

Cousin of Hero.

1. The hero of Don Pedro’s war. Young and naive about love.