Volpone's cunning and adaptable sidekick, known for his deceptive intelligence and independence within their scheming relationship, often boosting his own confidence through elaborate plots.

A corrupt lawyer and suitor of Volpone's wealth, known for his skillful use of language and pliable loyalty, primarily motivated by greed for Volpone’s fortune.

An elderly suitor for Volpone's fortune who is humorously depicted as hard of hearing and willing to disinherit his own son for a chance at inheritance, despite his advanced age.

Celia's jealous husband and a suitor vying for Volpone's wealth, typified by his extreme insecurities and control over Celia, as well as his public accusations fueled by greed.

An English knight in Venice, known for concocting absurd schemes and his inflated self-importance, often played for satirical and comedic effect in a subplot of the play.

Sir Politic's talkative and vain wife who attempts to fit into Venetian society, often providing comic relief with her exaggerated fashion and verbose manner.

Corvino's secluded and virtuous wife, depicted as deeply religious and innocent, whose beauty often acts as a catalyst in the narrative’s tension.

The honorable and just son of Corbaccio, who maintains a reputation for fairness and becomes embroiled in the scheming as a symbol of integrity.

An English traveler in Venice who serves as a foil to Sir Politic with his rationality and provides a connection to the audience through his skeptical asides.