Othello

The Tragic Vision is all those effected by the tragic hero. The hero being Othello and those effected being Iago, Desdemona, Cassio, Emilia, and Roderigo. Although the hero's actions cause the tragedy, the actions of the other characters feed the fire of tragedy.

Emilia's love for Iago fed the fire of tragedy. Her love caused her to steal Desdemona's handkerchief. She stole the handkerchief not for the down fall of Othello, but so she could satisfy her Iago. In doing this she provided "evidence" for Othello to think Cassio was lying with Desdemona. The "fire" grows.

Desdemona's good nature fed the fire of tragedy. Her brotherly love for Cassio and her endless love for Othello caused the demise of herself and Othello. Her non-stop help for Cassio only helped Iago make a good point for adultery. She only wanted to help Cassio become favorable in Othello's eyes, but Iago twisted her help into a sexual need.

Cassio's foolish actions and love for Othello fed the fire of Tragedy. If he hadn't of drank to much of the poison that eats your brain he wouldn't of fought in the first place. Which led to his demotion by Othello. His love for Othello caused him to want to be back in good terms with Othello. Which led to Cassio going to Desdemona for help. Which led to Iago being able to use that connection for his evil plan.

Roderigo's desperate love for Desdemona fed the fire of tragedy. Iago's promise of Desdemona's love allowed Iago to use Roderigo as a pawn. If it wasn't for his desperate love Cassio wouldn't be DEAD.

Because of Iago's masterful mind twisting, he was able to use all of the character's characteristics for the downfall of Othello. Which in turn brought the downfall of each major character.