Antony was a helper and friend to Caesar. He provided moral support and love towards him. Because of his actions, when Caesar died, he had great passion and wanted to take over to show his commitment to Caesar. Antony expressed the conspirators as noble, but changed his thoughts after they killed his leader. Antony was a dynamic character through the death of Caesar and changed his outlook and relationships with the conspirators as it changes from acknowledgement to hate.
Antony follows Caesars orders with obedience and views him as a fatherly figure as he says, `When Caesar says `do this` it is performed,` (1.2.12-13). This confirms Antonys obedience and respect to Caesar. This demonstrates his respect; whatever Caesar orders, Antony does it immediately. His dedication illustrates his steadfast relationship with Caesar and when the downfall of Caesar comes, he suffers. After the death of Caesar, he states, `And Caesars spirit, ranging for…
Antony then changes the mind of the plebeians as they say, `Traitors, villains!` (3.2.213). This introduces Antonys power to change the minds of many.After Brutus explains the reason for killing Caesar, the plebeians accept the reason and praise Brutus for it but Antonys speech revolts them against the conspirators which reveals his strength and leadership. The plebeians see the fault in the conspirators that they did not see which supports Antony as a potential leader. When fighting in the battle, Antony talks to Octavius stating, `I am in their bosoms, and I know wherefore they do it,” (5.1.7-8). This confirms Antonys knowledge of the conspirators and uses it to his advantage. His statement reveals his strategies in warfare, which leads him to victory and death of his enemies. His leadership emphasizes his change in attitude and actions as he yearns for…
