# King Richard II — Richard II character guide

> King Richard II in Richard II by William Shakespeare.

**Role:** major

**Also known as:** Richard, Richard of Bordeaux, King Richard Uncle, King Richard Cousin, King Richard Mowbray, King Richard Marshal, King Richard Fiend, King Richard Needs, King Richard Alack, King Richard Norfolk, King Richard Right, King Richard Thou, King Richard Whither, gentle Richard, Richard Alack

**First appearance:** 0000-richard-ii

## Who they are

The titular king, whose reign is challenged by Bolingbroke, leading to his deposition and death.

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