Hamlet
The Prince of Denmark, the main character. The son of Hamlet ( see Ghost ) and Gertrude, also nephew and step-son of newly announced king, King Claudius. The Protagonist of the play. Hamlet, 30, studied at University of Wittenberg, and thought to be the most "intelligent" character. Hamlet is full of hatred for his uncle Claudius.
Horatio
Hamlets Childhood friend. Tells Hamlet about the ghost. Hamlet tells Horatio to tell his story.
Claudius
The new King of Denmark. Also the murderer of Hamlet ( The Ghost ). Claudius's title as King is short lived, as he marries Gertrude, the Queen and Mother of Hamlet. The antagonist of the play, also the Villain. Claudius is aware of Hamlets suspicions, and greatly dislikes the fellow.
Polonius
An old man, King Claudius's second-hand-man. Father of Ophelia and Laertes.
Gertrude
The Queen and Mother of Hamlet. Widow of Late Hamlet, and Wife of King Claudius. Gertrude deeply loves her son, Hamlet, yet is a shallow, weak woman whom seeks affection and status.
Ophelia
Polonius’s daughter, a beautiful young woman with whom Hamlet has been in love. Ophelia is a sweet and innocent young woman, who gives in to her fathers plan's on spying on Hamlet. Ophelia whom is devastated by Hamlet's "Mental State", in return, herself turns mad. She is drove to Suicide and drowns herself, to the thought that Hamlet doesn't love her.
The Ghost
The dead state of "King Hamlet". Whom was murdered by his own brother, Claudius. "The Ghost" returns and appears in front of 2 guards ( Marcellus and Bernardo ), who alert Hamlet of his appearance. "The Ghost" informs Hamlet of his murderer, and requests revenge.
Laertes
Son of Polonius, and brother of Ophelia. Studies in France for a majority of the play. Comes back to Denmark to avenge his fallen father.
Rosencrantz and Guildenstern
2 former friends of Hamlet. Summoned to the Castle by King Claudius and Queen Gertrude. They are a Comic relief, and are summoned to find out Hamlet's strange behaviors reason.
Fortinbras
Young Prince of Norway, who's father ( Fortinbras as well), was murderer by the old king Hamlet. Fortinbras's main goal of the play is to avenge his fathers death and take over Denmark.
Yorick
Dead Courtyard Jester, whom is known for the skull hamlet holds.