Romeo's best friend. Steps in to fight Tybalt after Romeo refuses due to his new familial ties to the Capulets. Mortally wounded by Tybalt, he curses both feuding houses before dying. His death directly fuels Romeo's rage and lethal confrontation with Tybalt.
Loyal companions whose bond is shattered by the family feud.
Rivals whose violent encounter triggers the story's tragic escalation.
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