In many of Shakespeare's plays, a tragic hero is identified; a heroic figure who possesses a character flaw that leads to his defeat. In The Tragedy of Julius Caesar, there has been controversy over the identity of the tragic hero. Many people agree that Marcus Brutus is the tragic hero. However, others argue and identify Julius Caesar as the tragic hero. After examining these two characters, one conclusion is easily obvious. Brutus is the tragic hero of this play because when a person with such heroic qualities dies, it is a true tragedy. The main reason why Marcus Brutus deserves the title of tragic hero is his noble personality. First of all, throughout the play he never deceives anyone. Although he assassinated Julius Caesar, it was for the good of Rome and not to deceive Caesar. Everything he did was for someone else's benefit. Even though he killed Antony's best friend, Antony still recognized Brutus as "the noblest Roman of all." He does this in Act 5, Scene 5, after Brutus's death because Brutus is the only conspirator who actually killed Caesar because he was not envious and actually cared about the good of Rome. He cared more about others than himself. For example, in the process of killing Caesar, he could have easily walked away because he knew he could have been punished, but he knew that in the long run it would help the plebeians the most. Another example of his selflessness is found in Act 2, Scene 1. Brutus decides not to reveal his plans for Caesar's murder to Portia. He feels that she already has enough stress in her life and that she doesn't need to worry or worry about her plans. Brutus also frequently demonstrated many acts of affection towards others. In Act 1, Scene 2, he is reluctant to join Cassius' conspiracy because he did not want to betray Caesar. He had to weigh his choices and in Act 3, Scene 2, Brutus kills Caesar only because he is afraid of what will happen to Rome if Caesar remains ruler. He knew that life for commoners would be difficult under Caesar's rule. He realizes what an honorable man Caesar was. This is seen again in the same act and scene when Brutus allows Mark Antony to speak at Caesar's funeral, even though Cassius strongly disagrees. Brutus realized that Caesar deserved a proper ceremony and that the best way to achieve that would be to let Caesar's best friend speak..