The character of Cassio in OthelloCassio is an expert in strategic procedures and Othello is a Moorish general in charge of the Venetian army. Cassio works alongside Othello as an army lieutenant. Cassio, although very useful in military tasks, was a simple-minded man, oblivious to his surroundings and his actions. He told Iago: “I have a very poor and unhappy brain for drinking. I would really like courtesy to invent another custom of entertainment. However, shortly after this statement, Cassio finds himself in such a state that he is so drunk that he ends up fighting with a Cypriot official. Their naive ways led them through a storm, which carried Othello away as Iago stood and watched. Othello was an honored and trusted general. His character reflected the honor and respect accorded him. In the first scene, Barbantio and Othello confront each other about the couple's love and marriage. Even as his own father's trust faded, Othello remained faithful, telling Barbantio, "My life rests on his faith!" Although Othello trusted his wife, he began to suspect her fidelity, as Othello's confidant, Iago, poisoned his mind with thoughts of infidelity. The character of Othello reminds me of Edmond Dantès. There seems to be a similarity in the sense that, Edmund's mind being pure and innocent, he did not even suspect his own companions of betraying him. Edmond's mind remained free of cruel intentions until his mental abilities began to develop and he soon discovered who his true enemies were. Edmond's character has changed. His entire life was transformed with the help of his mentor. Othello did not have the help of a teacher but he had the help of Iago. Trust was the key to their downfall. Othello trusted without protection. When he trusted someone, he depended entirely on that individual and dedicated his life to that person's loyalty. He wore no armor against the dishonesty of the cruel and only knew how to fight in the physical realm. "I know that Iago, your honesty and your love are undermining this matter..." When the revelation fell on Edmond's life, he sought revenge. In the same way, Othello's heart and mind were focused solely on his wife, Desdemona. As the poison in his mind began to dissipate, Othello's trust in Desdemona faded and his innocence began to fade. "For I know that you are full of love and honesty and that you weigh your words before giving them breath..