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InThe Elder Scrolls: Castles, traits are unique characteristics that influence a subject’s performance. Each trait has varied effects depending on whether the character is a staff member, warrior, or ruler. For instance, Envious is a poor trait for a worker because it reduces productivity, but it’s beneficial for a ruler, as it boosts the castle’s material gains.
With twenty traits inThe Elder Scrolls: Castlesand more on the way, choosing the best ones for your subjects can be tricky. To make it easier, we’ve put together a tier list of the top traits that you should aim to get for your people.
Devious, Envious, Haunted, Heartless, Melodramatic
Best Traits for a Ruler
There is no way tocustomize a character’s trait inThe Elder Scrolls: Castles.
Worst Traits in The Elder Scrolls: Castles
If you have a subject with too many bad traits,exile them to make more room in the castlefor new characters.
List of All Traits in The Elder Scrolls: Castles
Currently, there are 20 distinct traits in the game. (See the table below.)
Bossy
Considerate
Can use Protective spells and works best in the Kitchen and Loom.
Can use Summoning spells. Distracts coworkers, making them less productive.
Devious
Can wield daggers. Has a lot of enemies and is prone to being assassinated.
Has a ghost that follows them around and annoys others.
Is skilled with Frost. Cannot be a good coworker.
Headstrong
Can use shields. Has a better performance in the Furnace and Workshop.
Makes jokes that are often inappropriate.
Leader
Encourages coworkers to work faster, with their happiness aligning over time.
Mighty
Can use melee weapons. Has a better performance in Oil Press and Smithy.
Melodramatic
Annoys others by telling long stories and can overreact to situations.
Can wield bows. Skilled in Mill and Sewing Table.
Pyromaniac
Best at the Kitchen, Furnace, and Smithy. Skilled with fire but prone to arson.
Reckless
Is likely to die early but works and fights with zeal.
Lazy. Can be made happy with art and music.
Volatile
Has anger issues. Has the Shock ability.
Datamining has shown thatThe Elder Scrolls: Castlesmight get up to fourteen new traits, such as Cheerful, Deft, Follower, and Bully, in the upcoming updates.
