In the tragedy of Julius Caesar, a play by William Shakespeare, there is a man more noble than all the others. His name is Marcus Brutus. Brutus was the man responsible for the death of Caesar who was his close friend. Although Caesar had been betrayed, no one was more melancholic than Brutus himself. Brutus, however, would not kill his best friend without cause or reason. After analyzing Brutus' participation in the conspiracy, friendship with Caesar and its significance in the plot, the truth can finally be understood. Marcus Brutus was the main character in the Tragedy of Julius Caesar. His participation in the conspiracy against Caesar was essential for the plot to work. Cassius knew this, so he tried with all his might to convince him to kill Caesar and save Rome. The reason the conspirators wanted Brutus on their side was because he was an honorable man who Rome loved. Cassius is the one who declares this: "Brutus will lead the way, and we will adorn his heels with the boldest and best hearts of Rome." (act 3, scene 1, ll.135-136). Brutus then takes inspiration b...