The Duke of Buckingham is Richard’s right-hand man in all his schemes and machinations. His ability to deceive almost matches that of Richard as he is shown to possess great persuasive and acting skills. This is exemplified by how he managed to persuade Elizabeth’s family members to send a small group to fetch the princes in Act 2 Scene 2 as well as how he managed to make Richard look pious and modest in front of the Lord Mayor and Citizens during Act 3 Scene 7. Like Richard, Buckingham is characterised as ambitious and unscrupulous, since he is willing to assist Richard in whatever schemes they plan together. These include:
