I'm considering taking hearty appetite next time. Don't eat spoiled food. Consensus I've gotten from others on Cat's Eyes definitely makes it at least a 3. Join. Generally high-fat foods are going to be easy to find. As such, the negative traits we have chosen are quite possibly the least harmful ones in the game. Just confirming what you stated about keen hearing. If youre being stealthy you can generally avoid getting into danger but youre right. It does make the early game a lot easier, though. It cancels out their negatives. Stay aware of your surroundings and it wont be a problem. Positive Traits: Speed Demon 1/5 Waste of one point. How did you find the list? If you gain enough weight, you won't be "underweight" anymore ; if you lvl up your strenght skill enough, you'll go from "weak" to "feeble", or from "feeble" to nothing (5 fitness) and so on. ._1sDtEhccxFpHDn2RUhxmSq{font-family:Noto Sans,Arial,sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-weight:400;line-height:18px;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;-ms-flex-flow:row nowrap;flex-flow:row nowrap}._1d4NeAxWOiy0JPz7aXRI64{color:var(--newCommunityTheme-metaText)}.icon._3tMM22A0evCEmrIk-8z4zO{margin:-2px 8px 0 0} Although the description of the negative trait says it decreases the player's vision, It appears not to affect the character in any noticeable way. Leave a comment below and once youre done with this list you can also check out another post I did on the top 10 best traits to take in Project Zomboid. Maybe useful when multiplayer releases, but until then this perk is basically useless. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. You'll never get cold in this game (on default climate settings) with all the access to clothing layers, and how unpowered buildings magically heat for huge amounts. This means driving through bushes, towing vehicles, and having to life-or-death plow through zombies, will fail horribly. This one may be a no-go for you and I can understand that. This will get you killed. Chances are you are taking a character with an occupation and already have an idea on what which weapons you wish to skill up. This will only really become a problem if you are playing in a multiplayer server. And do they have any negatives that stick forever? Avoid. Unhappiness rises when tobacco is not smoked. ._1LHxa-yaHJwrPK8kuyv_Y4{width:100%}._1LHxa-yaHJwrPK8kuyv_Y4:hover ._31L3r0EWsU0weoMZvEJcUA{display:none}._1LHxa-yaHJwrPK8kuyv_Y4 ._31L3r0EWsU0weoMZvEJcUA,._1LHxa-yaHJwrPK8kuyv_Y4:hover ._11Zy7Yp4S1ZArNqhUQ0jZW{display:block}._1LHxa-yaHJwrPK8kuyv_Y4 ._11Zy7Yp4S1ZArNqhUQ0jZW{display:none} Useful skill, but its hard to justify spending 5 points on this. That being said, Ill usually take it if I can. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast, The subreddit for Project Zomboid. No one can fight . (It has positive and negative traits in mind) Until next time, stay frosty survivors! But if you are looking for positive traits, you can find a link to a guide for the best positive traits below. Reduces container capacity by 30%, including vehicles. If you're an experienced driver with a PC that can run the game well you are simply NEVER going to die to Speed Demon, and the increase in acceleration speeds up gameplay; particularly when it comes to towing. While you might be shuddering at the thought of making one of the survival mechanics in a survival RPG even worse to deal with dont! -30% exp for weapons but +35% exp gain from fast learner = 5% net gain for weapons, PLUS 35% increase exp gains on all other skills (carpentry, aiming/reloading, etc. It's something experienced players could consider, but even then I think it's mostly viable for longer range weapons like spears and long blunt, since I think less blood gets on the character. .LalRrQILNjt65y-p-QlWH{fill:var(--newRedditTheme-actionIcon);height:18px;width:18px}.LalRrQILNjt65y-p-QlWH rect{stroke:var(--newRedditTheme-metaText)}._3J2-xIxxxP9ISzeLWCOUVc{height:18px}.FyLpt0kIWG1bTDWZ8HIL1{margin-top:4px}._2ntJEAiwKXBGvxrJiqxx_2,._1SqBC7PQ5dMOdF0MhPIkA8{vertical-align:middle}._1SqBC7PQ5dMOdF0MhPIkA8{-ms-flex-align:center;align-items:center;display:-ms-inline-flexbox;display:inline-flex;-ms-flex-direction:row;flex-direction:row;-ms-flex-pack:center;justify-content:center} I'll pose this question to you all so that a list may be compiled: what are all the negative traits that can go away with time? You gain a form of 'Brave' after surviving long enough. If that doesn't work then post the question. Slow Healer is another decent negative trait that you can easily deal with in Project Zomboid. Waste of points. Those player single player can consider this one 2 free points as in single player you have the ability to speed up and slow down time when you wish. Finding rare weapons is a chore with this. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Because of this, we would recommend giving it a try as it can easily help you get a high-cost positive trait. There really isnt a best build for the game. For more information, please see our Basically, traits are modifiers, both positive and negative, that can be chosen during character creation in the form of occupations, aka hobbies. Despite Project Zomboid's slow healing ability, it is actually an enjoyable negative trait. Don't take it if you're planning on using an axe as a main weapon. The only real issue would be sleeping but you can just choose a base with a big enough room to place a bed in. Although it seems daunting at first, a good source of water is really not that hard to come across. Useful for stealth, but you can always just stop moving to avoid making sound. If you want to fish to survive this is a must have for the 75% XP boost, if not don't take the perk lol. It's only useful to save time and hence make the game slightly less boring. Solid option for people wanting to live off the grid. Did any of the traits surprise you and do you think that you are going to take some of the traits that Ive mentioned in the post on your next play-through? It's an absolutely amazing trait. Brave Free points. Seriously, getting both of these will be a slog at the start but thanks to the new exercise system introduced into the Build 41 version of the game you can get your fitness level up by utilizing it. Maintenance is great though. Another low side effect trait we would recommend choosing is Slow Reader, and the reason is simple. 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It can be rather annoying having a character only stressing out any time you go into a tight. I also guess I value stealth over survival more than you do lol, I do agree tho there are some things I didn't consider, like with organised. However, keep in mind you won't have this button in multiplayer, so we would avoid choosing it withmultiplayer characters. Not bad per se, just not worth the points. Don't have to mash the accelerator all the time. Claustrophobia on a no sleep MP server is just free points. Will actually help prevent car accidents. It's great, I don't know why you think it's bad. Wakeful: 5/5 Less loss of fatigue and faster sleeping time. Not worth it, dexterous is too useful, and the 400% transfer rate is insane. ._1aTW4bdYQHgSZJe7BF2-XV{display:-ms-grid;display:grid;-ms-grid-columns:auto auto 42px;grid-template-columns:auto auto 42px;column-gap:12px}._3b9utyKN3e_kzVZ5ngPqAu,._21RLQh5PvUhC6vOKoFeHUP{font-size:16px;font-weight:500;line-height:20px}._21RLQh5PvUhC6vOKoFeHUP:before{content:"";margin-right:4px;color:#46d160}._22W-auD0n8kTKDVe0vWuyK,._244EzVTQLL3kMNnB03VmxK{display:inline-block;word-break:break-word}._22W-auD0n8kTKDVe0vWuyK{font-weight:500}._22W-auD0n8kTKDVe0vWuyK,._244EzVTQLL3kMNnB03VmxK{font-size:12px;line-height:16px}._244EzVTQLL3kMNnB03VmxK{font-weight:400;color:var(--newCommunityTheme-metaText)}._2xkErp6B3LSS13jtzdNJzO{-ms-flex-align:center;align-items:center;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;margin-top:13px;margin-bottom:2px}._2xkErp6B3LSS13jtzdNJzO ._22W-auD0n8kTKDVe0vWuyK{font-size:12px;font-weight:400;line-height:16px;margin-right:4px;margin-left:4px;color:var(--newCommunityTheme-actionIcon)}._2xkErp6B3LSS13jtzdNJzO .je4sRPuSI6UPjZt_xGz8y{border-radius:4px;box-sizing:border-box;height:21px;width:21px}._2xkErp6B3LSS13jtzdNJzO .je4sRPuSI6UPjZt_xGz8y:nth-child(2),._2xkErp6B3LSS13jtzdNJzO .je4sRPuSI6UPjZt_xGz8y:nth-child(3){margin-left:-9px} I'll pose this question to you all so that a list may be compiled: what are all the negative traits that can go away with time? Must have for people wanting to use axes as their main weapon. Valve Corporation. You can really live without this one, 6 points is costly too. More annoying than anything, gives you less time in the day. Waste of one point. 1- More harm than good, either because it costs too many points, doesnt give enough for what it is, or because it may get you killed. Its also very cheap considering the bonus. Cookie Notice There's also an unlisted benefit that's hard to quantify but lets you literally hear zombies from behind you as if they were in front of you. Best Positive Traits in Project Zomboid Build 41, How to cure and fix Nervous Wreck moodle in Project Zomboid, How to barricade and board up windows in Project Zomboid, All Project Zomboid Moodles and how to deal with them, All comments must be on topic and add something of substance to the post, Do not attempt to start a poll in the comments, We reserve the right to remove a comment for any reason, Do not impersonate a staff member or influencer. Best of all you get a whole 6 points at your disposal to spend. Way more than exercise. Keep up the good work. inconspicuous actually sucks. The only opinion I disagree with is thin-skinned. Overpriced but underrated IMO. Traits Traits are attributes or behaviors that effect how your character interacts with the world. It makes getting bitten extremely easy. Nimble increases your move speed in combat stance but is almost impossible to level without some kind of boost. The major reason obese is considered bad (though I usually take it anyways) is because it reduces your fitness. When you want to be a peace-loving character, it makes you less likely to kill zombies with a weapon, but it's a nice trait to debuff your character with. Handy: 5/5 literally the only trait to give Maintenance, AND the only trait to give Carpentry. Ranking All Negative Traits in Project Zomboid Kokoplays MB 53K subscribers Join Subscribe 12K Save 512K views 1 year ago #ProjectZomboid #Build41 I'm ranking all negative traits in. It's actually difficult to keep weight on my character with how much I jog around, which as I've found with the Minimal Display Bars mod, burns a ton of calories. Ranking All Negative Traits in Project Zomboid (SOTO Edition) Kokoplays MB 45.3K subscribers Subscribe 5.1K views 2 months ago I'm ranking all negative traits from Simple Overhaul mod. Costs - 2 points (reduces points) Effect - Increases reading speed by 130%. .FIYolDqalszTnjjNfThfT{max-width:256px;white-space:normal;text-align:center} New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast, The subreddit for Project Zomboid. First aid is useless. Go right ahead! On the flip side weak is very good points for this reason. So over time your panic generation decreases so it kinda goes away, also you can stand outside and click on something to sleep on and it'll work, you can also speed up time and your panic will go down, then right click sleep. and our Not worth 1 extra point. In a game where a scratch from a zombie can be life or death, preventing injury altogether is great. Many argue that players can remove the Out of shape trait as long as they exercise regularly and increase their fitness. Plus, you can easily speed the process up by hitting the fast-forward button at the top of your screen. Prone to illness + outdoorsman somewhat cancel out for +2 points. ._3oeM4kc-2-4z-A0RTQLg0I{display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;-ms-flex-pack:justify;justify-content:space-between} Brave will cost 4 so you will essentially get a free point and not too much risk of panic. You can gain a couple levels in them by just watching TV in the first 9 days. As long as you arent fighting zombies in melee combat non-stop theres no reason that should need first-aid. Wakeful. Most persist. Can be overcome when you build up your stealth skills. First Aider: also easy 1/5. You can diet your way down to a healthy weight fairly easily, but it prevents you from taking + fitness traits, and reduces your fitness by 2. You call it a "waste of points" yet for some reason still give it a 2. Interesting challenge to play with but its not worth it for regular players, even for 12 extra points. If anything the two numbers should be swapped, but as knowing how they work and having experience with the game, I'd put them more at like graceful 3 inconspicuous 2. Understandably it can be annoying that you cant perform first aid on any others if youre playing multiplayer but as long as one of your friends is decent at first aid you can always have them patch you up. Great list! Some additional thoughts from me: Speed demon has an unlisted downside of making your engine rev WAY faster, and since engine noise is based on RPM this means that cars are WAY louder.