Othello's subordinate who secretly serves for personal gain, plotting in Cyprus to convince Othello that Desdemona has betrayed him with Cassio, motivated by deep personal grievances.
Desdemona becomes the primary victim of Iago's calculated scheme.
Iago uses Cassio as a fabricated rival to poison Othello's trust.
Iago holds a formal military position under Othello while secretly pursuing personal gain.
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