According to Castiglione's, the ideal noble must possess great wit, as well as physical beauty.
The noble should have the art of making his/her actions appear completely effortless and natural.
The ideal courtier must be skilled in the use of arms and wields them with vigor.
To balance these military skills, the ideal courtier must have knowledge about the humanities.
Loyalty, prudence, temperance etc. are also important characteristics. The Renaissance courtier is skilled in various arts, such as music and painting.