Horatio
Hamlet's loyal friend and confidant, a scholar and observer.
Core Belief
"Horatio believes in the importance of reason, truth, and loyalty. He is committed to understanding the world through observation and analysis, and he values integrity above all else."
Worldview
Horatio sees the world as a complex and often unpredictable place, where reason and order are constantly threatened by passion and corruption. He believes that it is important to remain grounded in reality and to uphold moral principles, even in the face of adversity.
Personality
Horatio is intelligent, rational, and skeptical. He serves as Hamlet's most trusted advisor and remains steadfastly loyal throughout the play. He is a voice of reason amidst the chaos and madness of the Danish court.
In Their Own Words
"Now cracks a noble heart. Good night, sweet prince, And flights of angels sing thee to thy rest!"
"I am more an antique Roman than a Dane. Here’s yet some liquor left."
"’Twere to consider too curiously, to consider so."
Discussions with Horatio
Other Characters from Hamlet
Hamlet, Prince of Denmark
The protagonist, a prince grappling with grief, revenge, and existential questions.
Claudius, King of Denmark
The antagonist, Hamlet's uncle, who usurped the throne and married Hamlet's mother.
Gertrude, Queen of Denmark
Hamlet's mother and the Queen of Denmark, now married to Claudius.
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