# Patroclus — Troilus and Cressida character guide

> Patroclus in Troilus and Cressida by William Shakespeare.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Achilles Patroclus, Patroclus Achilles, Patroclus Paris, Patroclus Jove bless great Ajax, Patroclus Who, Patroclus Ay

**First appearance:** 0005-act-i-scene-iii

## Who they are

Achilles' close companion and lover; his death spurs Achilles to action.

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