Othello and Desdemona are deeply in love with each other, even though they are very different. Othello has led a life of adventure; Desdemona has hardly been outside her house. Othello is middle-aged; Desdemona is in he late teens or early twenties. Othello is a foreigner who has won his place by merit; Desdemona is from an important Venetian family and has her social status by birth. Othello is dark-skinned; Desdemona is pale. Othello is also very humble, which makes him feel that he is unwarrantably lucky to have the love of a woman like Desdemona. This virtue should enhance their relationship, but it is unfortunately also the chink in Othello's armour through which Iago attacks, making Othello feel that Desdemona must also consider him unworthy of her love.
Iago and Emilia are on the same boat as Desdemona.
Emilia.
Iago and Emilia.
He sees her as Desdemona's friend and thinks she will know the truth.
Roderigo
These characters are from the play, Othello.
Iago and Emilia are on the same boat as Desdemona.
Emilia.
Emilia is an earthy contrast to the romantic Desdemona.
Iago and Emilia.
Two, Desdemona and Emilia.
Emilia overhears Othello and Desdemona discussing Cassio. Desdemona is pleading on Cassio's behalf to Othello, hoping to persuade him to reinstate Cassio as his lieutenant. In the conversation, Desdemona is trying to help Cassio regain his position in Othello's esteem.
He sees her as Desdemona's friend and thinks she will know the truth.
Roderigo
Desdemona, Othello, Emilia and Roderigo.
Desdemona goes to Lago for advice about what to do about Othello's accusations. This is when Othello asks Emilia to go and find Desdemona while accusing her of harlotry.
Emilia tells Cassio that Desdemona is already advocating for him to Othello, attempting to persuade her husband to reinstate Cassio after his dismissal. She emphasizes Desdemona's commitment and loyalty in helping Cassio, highlighting her determination to assist him in regaining his position. Emilia's remarks underscore the bond of friendship and mutual support among the women in the play.