Electra

Main Characters and Their Development

• Electra: The daughter of Agamemnon and Clytemnestra, Electra is the central character of the play. She lives in poverty and suffers from the injustice inflicted upon her and her brother Orestes after their father's murder. Electra is determined to avenge Agamemnon's death and seeks justice. Her character is revealed through her resilience, determination, and deep devotion to her family.
• Orestes: Electra's brother, who returns from exile to avenge his father's murder. Orestes acts according to the will of the gods and seeks to restore justice. His character develops through his internal conflicts and moral dilemmas related to the necessity of killing his own mother.
• Clytemnestra: The mother of Electra and Orestes, who killed her husband Agamemnon. Clytemnestra is portrayed as a ruthless and domineering woman who justifies her actions as revenge for the sacrifice of her daughter Iphigenia. Her character is revealed through her complex relationships with her children and her sense of guilt.
• Aegisthus: Clytemnestra's lover and accomplice in Agamemnon's murder. Aegisthus is depicted as a cowardly and cunning man who seeks to maintain his power at any cost. His character develops through his fear of Orestes and Electra's revenge.
• Pylades: A friend and ally of Orestes who assists him in carrying out his revenge. Pylades is loyal to Orestes and supports him in difficult times. His character is revealed through his devotion and willingness to sacrifice himself.