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Rhetoric Skill
March 13, 2026 at 02:19 AM
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The Rhetoric skill in inZOI governs a Zoi's ability to communicate persuasively, debate effectively, and influence others through conversation. It is one of the core skills that directly affects social interactions, career progression, and even criminal activities. Zois with high Rhetoric can talk their way into better outcomes, give compelling advice, and hold their own in heated debates.
Rhetoric can be trained through several everyday activities. The most accessible methods are solo practice and social interactions with other Zois.
The fastest way to train Rhetoric without relying on another Zoi is to practice speech in front of a mirror. This action can be performed at any wall mirror or bathroom mirror in the Zoi's home. It is a very quick, repeatable action that can easily be spammed, making it one of the most efficient solo leveling methods. Combining mirror practice with time acceleration lets players reach high Rhetoric levels relatively fast.
Reading specific books also raises Rhetoric. Two books in particular contribute to this skill:
Book Title | Effect |
|---|---|
How to Communicate with the World | Grants Rhetoric skill experience when read |
Power of Persuasion That Changes the World | Grants Rhetoric skill experience when read |
Books can be read on bookshelves, tablets, or purchased from the Pocket Market. Reading on a tablet is often faster since the Zoi does not need to walk to a bookshelf.
Engaging in conversation with other Zois raises Rhetoric naturally. Specific social actions that grant Rhetoric experience include:
Action | Description |
|---|---|
Talk / Chat | General conversation with any Zoi builds small amounts of Rhetoric experience |
Give Advice | Offer guidance to another Zoi on a topic; grants moderate Rhetoric XP |
Discuss Business Matters | A more formal conversation option that yields Rhetoric experience |
Debate | Engage in a back-and-forth argument; high Rhetoric improves success rate and XP gained |
The outcome of debates and advice interactions is influenced by the Zoi's current Rhetoric level. A Zoi with low Rhetoric may stumble during debates or give unconvincing advice, while a skilled speaker can sway opinions reliably.
Certain careers involve tasks that passively raise Rhetoric. The Reporter career at Mirror of the Times is particularly relevant, as interviewing, writing articles, and editorial work all engage communication skills. Working as a Professor or Lawyer also involves regular use of persuasion and argumentation that contributes to Rhetoric growth.
Leveling Rhetoric unlocks new furniture and interactions. The table below lists confirmed unlocks at specific skill levels.
Level | Unlock |
|---|---|
Level 2 | Larger Stand (furniture item) |
Additional unlocks at higher levels have not yet been fully documented. As with other skills, reaching Level 10 likely grants access to unique interactions or items.
Rhetoric is a key skill for several career paths that rely on communication and persuasion.
The Reporter career is available at the Mirror of the Times newspaper office. This career is exclusive to the Dowon district. The position pays 405 Meow per day, with a three-day work week and hours running from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It is a rabbit hole career, meaning the Zoi disappears into the building during work hours. The promotion path runs from Reporter to Editor to Editor-in-Chief.
The Reporter career path focuses on investigative reporting and storytelling. Rhetoric is essential for conducting interviews, questioning sources, and writing persuasive articles.
The Lawyer career relies heavily on argumentation and debate. A high Rhetoric skill helps with case preparation, courtroom presentations, and client consultations.
The Professor career involves lecturing and academic discussions. Strong Rhetoric ensures better teaching performance and student engagement.
Rhetoric plays a role in the crime system. The Scam criminal action uses Rhetoric as a success modifier. Zois with higher Rhetoric have a better chance of successfully scamming targets and avoiding detection. Conversely, Zois with low Rhetoric are more likely to fail and face consequences.
A Zoi's current emotion can affect Rhetoric-related interactions. Being in a confident or happy emotional state tends to improve the outcomes of debates and advice-giving, while negative emotions like sadness or anger may reduce persuasiveness. The specific mechanics vary by interaction, but generally a Zoi in a positive mood will perform better in social skill checks.
Several traits synergize with the Rhetoric skill:
Trait | Synergy |
|---|---|
Extrovert | Extroverted Zois naturally seek conversation, creating more opportunities to practice Rhetoric |
Charismatic | Boosts social interaction success rates, complementing high Rhetoric |
Ambitious | Ambitious Zois benefit from career paths that reward strong Rhetoric |
Mirror practice is the fastest solo method. Spam the interaction with time acceleration for quick levels.
Reading books on a tablet is faster than using a bookshelf since it eliminates travel time.
If pursuing the Reporter career, note that it is only available in the Dowon district.
High Rhetoric makes Scam actions more reliable, but getting caught still carries penalties.
Pair Rhetoric training with the Extrovert or Charismatic trait for maximum efficiency in social leveling.
Debates with other Zois become easier as Rhetoric improves, creating a positive feedback loop.
