Overview
Individualist is one of 18 traits in inZOI. It belongs to the Unique and Creative pair alongside Visionary. Traits are chosen during character creation and cannot be changed afterward. The single trait shapes how the Zoi behaves autonomously, which emotions they lean toward, how quickly their needs decay, and how they interact with other Zois.
The trait system draws from the Enneagram of Personality framework. The Unique and Creative pair maps to Enneagram Type 4 (Individualist), with Individualist and Visionary representing two distinct expressions of the same core type.
Quick Reference
Property | Details |
|---|---|
Category | Unique and Creative |
Keywords | Introverted, Innovative, Sensitive, Creative, Mystical, Curious |
Gauge Effect | Social gauge decreases slowly |
Frequent Emotion | uncomfortable |
Social Tendency | Dislikes conversation |
Personality
Individualists are highly independent and introspective. They are frequently Uncomfortable with extended Curiosity. They enjoy spending time alone (Social gauge decays slowly) and dislike conversation. They concentrate on inner thoughts through reflection. Interested in social sciences despite being asocial. The extended Curiosity is a strong advantage, boosting Art and Coffee Craft skill growth for longer periods.
Keywords
Introverted, Innovative, Sensitive, Creative, Mystical, Curious
Keywords define the core personality tendencies. They influence autonomous behavior, conversation topics, and how other Zois perceive and react to the Individualist.
Values
Each trait starts with four associated Values that the Zoi is predisposed toward. Values range from 0 to 100 and develop through gameplay. At 60 or more points, a Value becomes influential and unlocks special interactions and Urges.
Value | Description |
|---|---|
Challenger | Seeks new experiences and breaking free from routine. |
Accomplishment | Strives to prove abilities and achieve personal success. |
Autonomy | Values independent thinking, actions, and personal freedom. |
Pleasure | Pursues instant satisfaction and sensory enjoyment. |
Emotional Tendencies
Traits influence which emotions a Zoi experiences most often and how long certain emotions persist.
Type | Emotion | Effect |
|---|---|---|
Frequently felt | Uncomfortable | This emotion appears more often than for other traits. |
Extended emotion | Curiosity lasts longer than usual | This emotion lasts longer than normal when it occurs. |
The Uncomfortable emotion slows Housework skill growth.
Need Effects
The Social gauge depletes slowly. This is an advantage, as the Zoi needs less frequent attention to this need compared to other traits.
Social Behavior
Aspect | Behavior |
|---|---|
Conversation | Dislikes conversation. Struggles with social connections and prefers solitude. |
Relationship building | Struggles to form close connections. The slow Social decay means less need for interaction, but building relationships requires deliberate effort. |
Social tendency | Highly independent and introspective. Enjoys spending time alone and is largely unaffected by social conventions. Concentrates on personal thoughts through inner reflection and emotional exploration. Appears reclusive to other Zois. |
Recommended Desired Lives
The following Desired Lives pair well with the Individualist trait because their recommended traits and Values overlap:
Desired Life | Why It Fits |
|---|---|
Individualist's Autonomy and independence align perfectly. Slow Social decay means the Zoi thrives alone. |
Gameplay Strategy
The Individualist excels at solo gameplay. The slow Social decay means minimal social management, and the extended Curiosity boosts Art and Coffee Craft skill growth for longer than other traits experience it. The Uncomfortable frequent emotion is a drawback (slows Housework skill growth), but the independence more than compensates for most playstyles. This trait is challenging for beginners because relationship building requires deliberate effort. Best for players who enjoy creative, self-directed gameplay.
Tips
The slow Social decay is the Individualist's biggest advantage. Less social management means more time for productive solo activities.
Extended Curiosity boosts Art and Coffee Craft skill growth for longer periods. Lean into creative income paths for maximum benefit.
Building relationships requires deliberate effort. If you need social connections, schedule specific social time rather than relying on autonomous behavior.
The Uncomfortable frequent emotion slows Housework skill growth. Hire cleaners or assign cleaning to other household members.
Individualists are challenging for beginners. Consider this trait after you are comfortable with the game's social and need management systems.