In the anime Nobunaga the Fool, Niccolo Machiavelli is a female character with purple hair and sea green eyes. She serves as a member of the Round Table, the ruling council of the Western Star, and is based on the historical Renaissance political philosopher. She is a cunning strategist and advisor who works closely with Cesare Borgia as an ally, though she personally dislikes him. Rather than physical force, she prefers using psychological tactics and mental manipulation to achieve her ends, and she is known for subjecting characters to psychological torture. Her primary role in the story is as a supporting antagonist from the Western Star, using her intellect and knowledge of political science to influence events. She is cold, calculating, and strategic in her approach, often thinking several steps ahead, but she also shows moments of vulnerability and emotion. As the series progresses, her character becomes more complex, revealing an internal struggle between her desire for power and her moral principles. She is assertive, ambitious, and confident, with a strong drive to overthrow the existing order rather than preserve it. Her notable abilities lie in her tactical mind and her skill in psychological manipulation, making her a dangerous figure even without direct combat involvement.