Strong loyalty is one of the best traits of a friend because that means he or she will always stand up for you. Honesty will get you through hard times because it creates trust and confidence. And most of all, a friend is willing to forgive you if you make a mistake, and you are sorry about it. When you both show these important attitudes to each other, you will be friends for many years. Forgiveness is an important aspect of friendship. Some friendships last for many years. Loyalty and honesty should characterize any friendship. Every good friend you have should show some important qualities.