Machiavelli’s political philosophy had exerted a profound influence on English Literature, particularly drama, during the era of Renaissance. His ideas, primarily from The Prince, spurred the creation of the ‘Machiavellian’ archetype in drama, highlighting themes of deceit, ambition, and ruthless political manoeuvring. Machiavelli’s doctrine was the most important shaping force on Christopher Marlowe’s plays. Infact, all the major Marlovian heroes, such as Tamburlaine, Dr. Faustus, and Barabas exhibit selfish egotism and attachment to evil in their assertions of respective individualities. However, what is noteworthy about Edward II is that Marlowe here attaches Machiavellian spirit not to his hero Edward, but to an arch villain, the Young Mortimer. This paper seeks to trace Mortimer’s development from the young, enthusiastic warrior at the beginning to a ruthless Machiavellian villain who murders and tricks his way to the throne in Edward II.