A Roman who serves with Caesar, Antony meets Cleopatra for the first time when she is just a child and admits that he never forgot her. Antony is somewhat self-centered and seems almost inept in Caesar's shadow. He rushes with Cleopatra to claim Caesar's body, though he has to disguise himself in order to carry out the mission. He seems brave enough in the face of danger but can't seem to manage to handle his affairs with the decisive nature necessary for an effective leader. Antony seduces Cleopatra on their first meeting after Caesar's death, but he is married at the time and Cleopatra knows that the relationship is doomed.