Creon was once loyal and intelligent, but once he becomes the ruler, he rules people with fear. Teiresias warns that his arrogance as a King would result in the deaths of his family members. As Teiresias has different view from him, Creon questions Teiresias’s ability and accuses him of being greedy. Creon's’ pride prevents him from listening to anyone who comes between him and power. He believes he is superior to all people, especially to women. He does not realize the consequences of his actions until he loses his loved ones and grieves about the fate that falls upon him. Teiresias and Haemon wisely warn Creon of how his policies have hindered the growth of the country, but Creon stubbornly refuses to listen to anyone’s thoughts. When
