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Mediator
March 1, 2026 at 09:02 AM
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Mediator is one of 18 traits in inZOI. It belongs to the Calm and Tranquil pair alongside Dreamer. 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 Calm and Tranquil pair maps to Enneagram Type 9 (Peacemaker), with Mediator and Dreamer representing two distinct expressions of the same core type.
Mediators prioritize harmony and seek compromise. They build relationships easily and combine strength with gentleness. They have a tendency toward laziness (Energy drops fast) and shortened Excitement. The Tranquil frequent emotion boosts Gardening skill growth. When pressed, they can be surprisingly stubborn despite their easygoing exterior.
Easygoing, Affable, Indecisive, Composed, Stubborn, Confident
Keywords define the core personality tendencies. They influence autonomous behavior, conversation topics, and how other Zois perceive and react to the Mediator.
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 |
|---|---|
Rule-Abiding | Respectful of structure, avoids conflict, follows social rules. |
Traditionalist | Respects established customs and conventions. |
Authority | Enjoys social recognition, respect, and influence over others. |
Love | Prioritizes the well-being and happiness of those nearby. |
Traits influence which emotions a Zoi experiences most often and how long certain emotions persist.
Type | Emotion | Effect |
|---|---|---|
Frequently felt | Tranquil | This emotion appears more often than for other traits. |
Shortened emotion | Excitement fades quickly | This emotion fades faster than normal. |
The Tranquil emotion boosts Gardening skill growth speed and enables calming conversations.
The Energy gauge depletes quickly. This means the Zoi requires more frequent attention to this need than Zois with other traits.
Aspect | Behavior |
|---|---|
Conversation | Enjoys conversation. Excels in mediation and negotiation contexts. |
Relationship building | Builds relationships with anyone easily. One of the most versatile social traits alongside Socialite. |
Social tendency | Prioritizes harmony and seeks compromise. Combines strength with gentleness. Builds relationships with anyone easily. Can be stubborn when pressed and has a tendency toward laziness. |
The following Desired Lives pair well with the Mediator trait because their recommended traits and Values overlap:
Desired Life | Why It Fits |
|---|---|
Mediator's Rule-Abiding and Traditionalist values align with stable, predictable lifestyles. | |
Mediator's Tranquil frequent emotion and Rule-Abiding value directly support a tranquil lifestyle. |
The Mediator's Tranquil frequent emotion is valuable: it boosts Gardening skill growth and enables calming conversations that build relationships. The fast Energy decay is the main concern, requiring more rest and limiting long work sessions. Shortened Excitement means the Zoi does not sustain high-energy moods, which can feel flat but prevents emotional volatility. The broad relationship-building ability makes Mediators excellent for family-focused gameplay and social networking.
The Tranquil emotion boosts Gardening skill growth. Mediators make excellent gardeners and farmers.
Manage Energy carefully. Fast Energy decay means shorter productive sessions. Plan activities in bursts with rest breaks.
Mediators build relationships with anyone easily. Use this to create a broad social network quickly.
The stubborn keyword means Mediators may resist direction when they disagree. This manifests as occasional autonomous overrides.
Pair with the Life of Stability for a calm, predictable lifestyle, or Life of Tranquility for a peaceful, gardening-focused playthrough.
