The Doge of Venice

Characterization
The Doge, or Duke, of Venice is a down to earth ruler, who is also a part of the counsel and the head of Venice's army. He is goofier in The Serpent of Venice than he is in Othello, Pocket says he is bad at cards. Christopher Moore makes a big deal about his hat (see images below). He seems to be very easily fooled, naive in some of his ways he likes to try and find the best in all people; he is a firm believer in second chances.

Role in The Serpent of Venice
In The Serpent of Venice, the Doge plays a small role. We only hear about him a little in the beginning when Pocket talks about how fond the Doge is of him, he brags to Antonio and Brabantio about their relationship. They try and kill him because he is the Doge's favorite. Pocket seems to take advantage of the Doge though, later we see him make a scene when he gets arrested, and the Doge ends up changing his mind about Pocket's charges. He also believes Iago when Iago is telling the counsel that his plan to kill Othello was for the good of Venice. The Doge and the counsel almost release him, until they find out that Othello isn't actually dead. The Doge is the one who marries Desdemona and Othello in this novel too.

Role in Othello
In Othello, the Duke of Venice appears in two scenes. Although the role seems small, he plays a big role in the fate of Othello. He is the one who helps bring Othello and Brabanzio back together so they can forgive each other. The Duke has great respect for Othello because of his military background. He later sends Othello to Cyprus where Othello will become governor.

Connection to Other Characters
Pocket

Iago

Jessica

Othello