Cassius is the greatest manipulator of the opera, Julius Caesar. Cassius, an envious and ambitious man, believed that the ruler of Rome, Julius Caesar, had too much power over the Senate and the people. To put an end to what he considered a conspiracy, he devised a plan to eradicate Caesar for the good of Rome. Cassius uses manipulation as a weapon of attack using Brutus as a target. Cassius manages to convince Brutus, one of Caesar's good friends, to join their plot. Cassius uses flattery, self-interest, and the people of Rome to manipulate Brutus to his liking. Cassius chooses to compliment Brutus to get what he wants. He wants Brutus to join his conspiracy against Caesar, so he uses flattery as manipulation to evaluate Brutus. “May you see your shadow. I've heard where many of Roma's best players come from." (I.2.55) Cassius tells Brutus that he is well known and loved in Rome and suggests that the people are clamoring for Brutus to lead Rome instead of Caesar. By saying “respect” Cassius refers to his reputation. By saying “shadow” he also refers to the “reflection” of what others think of him. "I wish noble Brutus had his eyes." (I.2.55) Cassius mentions words like “noble” to compliment the vulnerable Brutus by stroking his ego. “Oh, you and I heard our fathers say. Once upon a time there was a Brutus who would have tolerated the eternal devil maintaining his state in Rome. As easily as a king. (I.2.161) This is an ancestor of Brutus who, in the 6th century BC, helped expel the last king from Rome and establish the Republic. Cassius reminds Brutus that his own ancestors were responsible for the founding of the Roman republic. This manipulative phrase flatters Brutus and convinces...... middle of paper ......es, “He is a great observer and watches. Precisely through the actions of men. (I.2.203) In other words, he examines what men do to research their feelings and motivations allowing the ambitious Cassius to manipulate them. Cassius himself recognizes that he can manipulate and/or seduce. “Therefore it is right that noble minds should always remain with their fellow men; for who is so firm that he cannot be seduced?” (1.2.307) Although Cassius thinks that Brutus is a “noble” boy, he also thinks that almost anyone, including Brutus, can be manipulated or “seduced.” In conclusion, Cassius is shown to be the greatest manipulator in the play, Julius Caesar He himself hints at manipulating others and the wise Caesar also states that Cassius was untrustworthy. Using flattery, the people of Rome and personal gain, Cassius he was chosen for the best and most manipulated character in the work..