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Iago cannot bear Othellos being a superior figure. Iago comments on Othellos going to struggle as "Another of his fathom they have none/ To lead their business." (lines 153-154) Iago insults Othellos sputter color profusely keister his back. As the first part of his plan, Iago seeks to cite Brabantio to the fact that the Moor has "robbed" (line 88) him of his daughter. Iago refers to Othello as an "old black ram/ tupping your exsanguinous ewe." This tasteless reservoir pictures Othellos ugly black skin with Desdemonas beautiful bloodless skin. Iago convinces Brabantio that he must rescue his daughter from "the devil," another racial reference to Othellos black skin. Iago never identifies Othello except with remarks such as "the Barbary horse" attach Desdemona. Brabantios cousins, Iago rages "will be jennets," (line 14) black Spanish horses. The racism and hatred behind Iago is only worsened by Othellos high position and high po pularity with the passel far higher than Iago will ever reach. Thus, Iago hatches a plot, not bulge out of stainless malice or insanity, but out of a morbid jealousy beyond comprehension. Othello demonstrates his noble nature when confronted by Brabantio. He coolly remarks "I must be found./ My parts, my title, and my perfect soul/ Shall manifest me rightly." (lines 30-32) This odd giftation even causes Iago to swear in appreciation, "By Janus." He is deadly jealous over Othellos skill. The Duke does not even notice Brabantio just greets Othello as "valiant Othello." (line 48) Iagos first plan is foiled by the composure and sheer power of Othello. This only maddens Iago. Later, Iago scorns the Moor and Cassio. While his many accusations are unbelievable, they present motive and a pathological desire to ruin these peoples lives for specific reasons. Iago believes that Othello won Desdemona, not by stories of perils, but by "bragging and telling her rabid lies." (line 216) Iago also posts Cassio as "a slipper and subtle knave, a spotter out of occasions, that has an eye can stamp and counterfeit advantages, though neat advantage never present itself a devilish knave." (lines 229-231) Iago is able to denounce anyone through fictitious reasoning. In this way, he can make up reasons to seek revenge on innocent people. He also scoffs at Cassios courteous remarks to women. He says that Desdemona is a "most exquisite lady . . . most fresh and delicate . .