An in depth trait discussion post.If anyone remembers my [Discussion] Trait Combinations, Lifestyles & Item/Object Pairing Investigation, which was from discovery while playing. This is an actual internal file deep dive fact finding discussion/investigation version of that. The resource links (google docs/sheets) will help you better understand traits with Compatibility, Attraction and Ideals. As well as outlining advantages, disadvantages, unique social/interactions, wants/whims, etc.List of Traits (Highlight to read)ActiveActive ImaginationAdventurousAmbitiousAnimal EnthusiastArt LoverBookwormBroCat LoverChased by DeathCheerfulChild of the IslandsChild of the OceanChild of the VillageChildishClumsyCompetitiveCreativeCringeDance MachineDisruptiveDog LoverErraticEvilFamily-OrientedFoodieFreeganGeekGenerousGeniusGloomyGluttonGoodGoofballGreen FiendGrouchHates ChildrenHeart on Your SleeveHigh MaintenanceHorse LoverHot-HeadedIdealistInsiderJealousKleptomaniacLactose IntolerantLazyLonerLovebugLoves OutdoorsLoyalMacabreMakerMaterialisticMeanMusic LoverMysticalNeatNoncommittalNosyOutgoingOverachieverParanoidParty AnimalPerfectionistPlant LoverPractice Makes PerfectProperRancherRecycle DiscipleRomanticRomantically ReservedSelf-AbsorbedSelf-AssuredShadySkepticalSlobSnobSocially AwkwardSqueamishUnflirtyVegetarianWiseActiveActive ImaginationAdventurousAmbitiousAnimal EnthusiastArt LoverBookwormBroCat LoverChased by DeathCheerfulChild of the IslandsChild of the OceanChild of the VillageChildishClumsyCompetitiveCreativeCringeDance MachineDisruptiveDog LoverErraticEvilFamily-OrientedFoodieFreeganGeekGenerousGeniusGloomyGluttonGoodGoofballGreen FiendGrouchHates ChildrenHeart on Your SleeveHigh MaintenanceHorse LoverHot-HeadedIdealistInsiderJealousKleptomaniacLactose IntolerantLazyLonerLovebugLoves OutdoorsLoyalMacabreMakerMaterialisticMeanMusic LoverMysticalNeatNoncommittalNosyOutgoingOverachieverParanoidParty AnimalPerfectionistPlant LoverPractice Makes PerfectProperRancherRecycle DiscipleRomanticRomantically ReservedSelf-AbsorbedSelf-AssuredShadySkepticalSlobSnobSocially AwkwardSqueamishUnflirtyVegetarianWiseFeel free to ask or share:Trait combinations (complimenting to challenging)Compatibility/Attraction/Ideals combinationsHow to compliment existing Sim(s) and their relationships with trait changes or challengesAs well as providing any missing information or corrections for me. You can also make suggestions on which other traits I haven't covered yet, you'd like to see—I just can't promise I can cover or do them all.I currently have (I believe) 40-40+ traits, mostly the newer pack traits as there is less in depth information out about them. I have 3 spread sheets for Compatibility, Attraction and Ideals (with all traits scored).Sims 4 Traits Deep Dive InvestigationSims 4 Compatibility, Attraction and Ideals Trait Scores Disclaimer: What this post isn't meant for is feedback/complaints of traits/features, please do that on the feedback forums. If you do want to discuss changes/updates to traits I do already have a post in feedback on traits.

Is High Maintenance right for you/your Sim?I was always too worried that it would not be worth having a High Maintenance Sim (for fear of constant cardiac arrest alone). And I found online explanations on how to maintain on the vague side.From what it looks like if you plan on making an ideal lifestyle for a Sim, and you plan to be very Wellness lifestyle motivated, this just is how to add challenge. Balancing the moodlets, as sometimes overpowering positive moodlets happens when you spoil your Sim with perfect surroundings, easy lifestyle, and other easy positive moodlet traits (and reward traits!).Also you could plan on doing the Spa Day Aspirations, and eventually loading up the reward trait bonuses (such as Carefree (never tense (2 negative moodlets for this trait eliminated)), traits that reduce motives that could result in negative moodlets, etc.). But it is higher maintenance than romantic satisfaction and Lifestyles combined, unless you load up on reward traits, and extra positive moodlets (with jewelry, objects, etc.).Now I know how this works better, I might plan on making a Sim to try this trait :)

Fun fact! Some scandals with some traits get a boost in relationship gain, assuming while the scandal is active/exposed.Macabre Sims will have +50% to those with a Grim Lover Scandal.Kleptomaniac and Shady Sims will have +50% to those with a Stolen Hearts Scandal.Goofball, Shady and Evil Sims will have +50% to those with Defaced the Monument Scandal.

Overpowered EP Traits:Competitive (if you can deal with competitive spirit, and all the sweat)MysticalWise (if you can wait till being an elder) Especially, if you like to skill grind Competitive/Wise are the way to go. Mystical for reduction in negative moodlets (including heartbreak, mourning, sickness, ailments, grief, etc.), multiple skills advantages, all occult relationships advantages, and easy self-applied positive moodlets (and you can use as occult or non-occult).

Fun facts about Kleptomaniac vs. Recycle Disciple:Kleptomaniac Conflicts with GoodRecycle Disciple Conflicts with noneKleptomaniac 'Attempt to Swipe' chances scales with Mischief skill*Recycle Disciple 'Swipe to Recycle' chances are static*Kleptomaniac aligns with Rascal Compatibility/Devious Ideals and un-aligns with CaringRecycle Disciple aligns with Nature Enthusiasts and Nature-Loving IdealsKleptomaniac has more positive moodlets than negativeRecycle Disciple has more negative moodlets than positiveKleptomaniac can 'Return Stolen Object'Recycle Disciple cannot 'Return Stolen Object'Kleptomaniac can loot extra money at criminal/secret agent careersRecycle Disciple cannot loot extra moneyKleptomaniac can loot objects money at babysitting job (teen)Recycle Disciple cannot loot objectsKleptomaniac has WantsRecycle Disciple does not have WantsBoth benefit from Enhanced Kleptomaniac reward trait (though Kleptomaniac is required to do the aspiration).*Besides the case of Enhanced Kleptomaniac upgrade

The Core Emotion Triad: Cheerful, Gloomy and Hot-Headed.These three are unique in the fact they each conflict each other, and that they have more emotional benefits, than the other emotional aligned traits (such as Active, Creative, Genius, Goofball, Romantic and Self-Assured).Cheerful (aligned with Happy), has a passive reduction of -35% to negative moodlets, and a self-interaction initiated reduction of -75% to negative moodlets.Gloomy (aligned with Sad), has a Creative Skill advantage modifier that scales with what stage of Sadness a Sim is in Sad/Very Sad.Hot-Headed (aligned with Angry), has a Mischief and Physical Skill advantage modifier that scales with what stage of Anger a Sim is in Angry/Very Angry/Enraged.The other emotional aligned traits Active, Creative, Genius, Goofball, Romantic and Self-Assured. Do not conflict with any other of emotional aligned trait.Active, Cheerful, Creative, Genius, Gloomy, Goofball, Hot-Headed, Romantic and Self-Assured. Each have their own "Feeling ______" moodlet to match their emotional alignment.I, myself, am partial to Hot-Headed (once I mod to stop the cardiac explosions LOL). But I found the Mischief and Physical Skill advantages really interesting :)

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HollownessDevour

Legend

6 months ago

[Discussion] Traits A Deep Dive Investigation Into The Internal Files

An in depth trait discussion post.

If anyone remembers my [Discussion] Trait Combinations, Lifestyles & Item/Object Pairing Investigation, which was from discovery while playing. This is an actual internal file deep dive fact finding discussion/investigation version of that. The resource links (google docs/sheets) will help you better understand traits with Compatibility, Attraction and Ideals. As well as outlining advantages, disadvantages, unique social/interactions, wants/whims, etc.

Feel free to ask or share:

Trait combinations (complimenting to challenging)
Compatibility/Attraction/Ideals combinations
How to compliment existing Sim(s) and their relationships with trait changes or challenges

As well as providing any missing information or corrections for me. You can also make suggestions on which other traits I haven't covered yet, you'd like to see—I just can't promise I can cover or do them all.

I currently have (I believe) 40-40+ traits, mostly the newer pack traits as there is less in depth information out about them. I have 3 spread sheets for Compatibility, Attraction and Ideals (with all traits scored).

Disclaimer: What this post isn't meant for is feedback/complaints of traits/features, please do that on the feedback forums. If you do want to discuss changes/updates to traits I do already have a post in feedback on traits.

discussion

19 Replies

HollownessDevour
Legend
6 months ago
I have completed all personality traits, and doubled checked the career files (career advantages/disadvantages can be in both trait or career internal files I found out).
HollownessDevour
Legend
6 months ago
Did you know?
A Family-Oriented Sim will play +25% longer with a Toddler compared to Non-Family-Oriented Sims...
Unless they are a Hates Children Sim, who plays -50% less with a Toddler compared to Non-Hates Children Sims.
simgirl1010
Hero+
6 months ago
That's cool. Most of my sims are Family Oriented.
HollownessDevour
Legend
6 months ago
Fun fact! Some scandals with some traits get a boost in relationship gain, assuming while the scandal is active/exposed.
Macabre Sims will have +50% to those with a Grim Lover Scandal.
Kleptomaniac and Shady Sims will have +50% to those with a Stolen Hearts Scandal.
Goofball, Shady and Evil Sims will have +50% to those with
Defaced the Monument Scandal.
HollownessDevour
Legend
5 months ago
Preview but document link here. Of the upcoming Event Trait - Heart on Your Sleeve.
edit: found some mistakes/edits that didn't save, updated image
RandomTokenCode
Seasoned Veteran
5 months ago
What files do you need to complement the missing traits? I would like to offer😇
HollownessDevour
Legend
5 months ago
Oh, I usually have to search both the files with the trait name, and the files within the files (such as buff files and whim/want files, interaction files, career files, etc.). It can result in dozens of files, it be hard to know all what I'll need.
RandomTokenCode
Seasoned Veteran
5 months ago
Tuning Builder for The Sims 4 • Lot 51
You can find all EA tuning online on this website
The upper right corner, "File", "Import EA Tuning", filter, Pack EP11
Hope your own search is convenient!
HollownessDevour
Legend
5 months ago
Thank you! I'll try to get the missing personality traits updated in the next couple of days :)
edit: actually got it done faster than I thought LOL