Il Capitano
A particularly pompous character, he could always be found bragging about his conquests in both love and war, only to be exposed as a cowardly liar by the end of the performance.

He'd move from town to town, so no-one would find out his lack of rank, and keep the facade of bravery going by calling himself outrageously long impressive names and putting on ridiculous performances of bravado for the townsfolk Il Capitano would always stand (and walk) with his legs far apart and his chest puffed out, to emphasize his importance, often presenting himself proudly to the audience. This was backed-up by his military looking costume and sword (never drawn) - once more used to impress the other commedia characters but his fear of confrontation and his complete failure as a lover would always come through.

During Italy's confrontation with the Spanish (early 1500's), his character was used to represent Spain, enabling them to mock their enemy's bravery and amorous conquests.