Gaspar Pallavicino denies the necessity[1] But after a lively discussion, his opinion is overruled, on the ground that, although the gentle virtues may be found among people of obscure origin, yet a man who intends to be a courtier must start with the prestige of noble birth.

Next he must be skillful in the use of weapons and courageous in the battle-field.

He is not, however, bound to have the special science of a general, nor must he in times of peace profess unique devotion to the art of war: that would argue a coarseness of nature or vainglory.
Again, he must excel in all manly sports and exercises, so as, if possible, to beat the actual professors of each game, or feat of skill on their own ground.

Yet here also he should avoid mere habits of display, which are unworthy of a man who aspires to be a gentleman and not an athlete.

Another indispensable quality is gracefulness in all he does and says.