Laertes and Hamlet
Laertes and Hamlet both display impulsive reactions when angered. Once Laertes discovers his father has been murdered, he immediately assumes the slayer is Claudius. As a result of Laertes' speculation, he instinctively moves to avenge Polonius' death. "To hell, allegiance! Vows, to the blackest devil! Conscience and grace, to the profoundest pit! I dare damnation: to this point I stand, that both worlds I give to negligence, let come what comes; only I'll be revenged most thoroughly for my father." (IV, v, 128-134) These lines provide insight into Laertes' mind, displaying his desire for revenge at any cost. In contrast to Laertes' speculation of his father's killer, Hamlet presumes the individual spying on his conversation with Gertrude is Claudius: "Nay, I know not: is it the King?"(III, iv, 28). Consequently, Hamlet, consumed with rage, automatically thrusts out attempting to kill Claudius, but instead strikes Polonius. Hamlets and Laertes' imprudent actions are incited by fury and frustration. Sudden anger prompts both Hamlet and Laertes to act spontaneously, giving little thought to the consequences of their actions.
Both Hamlet and Laertes are so profoundly distressed at the death of Ophelia, they jump into her grave and fight each other. Claudius employed Rosencrantz and Guildenstern to gather information on Hamlet. Momentary rage overcomes Laertes and Hamlet, which prompts them to act spontaneously. Both characters exercise a dominating attitude toward females. Hamlet and Laertes exhibit domineering attitudes towards females. The families of Laertes and Hamlet possess similar attributes. Hamlet was infatuated with Ophelia, which was obvious during his constant anguish over her (in her rejection of him, and in her death, Hamlet suffered greatly). Furthermore, Hamlet instructs his mother not to sleep with Claudius, a pretentious statement for one to make to his mother. The loss of Ophelia's love for Hamlet causes Polonius to believe it has caused Hamlet to revert to antic disposition. In conclusion, although Hamlet and Laertes are adversaries, they share several characteristics. Hamlet's appearance decays due to the rejection of his love for Ophelia: "Pale as his shirt, his knees knocking each other" (II, i, 82). Laertes voices his concern of Hamlet's true intentions towards Ophelia and advises her to be wary of Hamlet's love. Laertes highly respects and loves his father Polonius. Hamlet and Laertes demonstrate rash behavior when infuriated. Laertes further displayed his love for Ophelia during her funeral when he fought with Hamlet.
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