# Arcite — The Two Noble Kinsmen character guide

> Arcite in The Two Noble Kinsmen by William Shakespeare.

**Role:** major

**Also known as:** Arcite Dear Palamon, Cousin Arcite, Arcite Kinsman, Lord Arcite

**First appearance:** 0004-act-i-scene-ii

## Who they are

The other noble kinsman, rival to Palamon for Emilia's love.

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