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Volunteer - Version 5 vs Version 6
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11Overview22Removal Notice4+This trait was removed in the v0.4.0 update (October 30, 2025) and replaced by Recluse. Existing save files with the Volunteer trait had it automatically converted to Recluse. The information below describes how the trait functioned prior to its removal.6+Volunteer is one of 18 traits in inZOI. It belongs to the Kind and Generous pair alongside Charmer. 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.48The trait system draws from the Enneagram of Personality framework. The Kind and Generous pair maps to Enneagram Type 2 (Helper), with Volunteer and Charmer representing two distinct expressions of the same core type.610Quick Reference812PropertyDetailsCategoryKind and GenerousKeywordsKind, Big-Hearted, Sociable, Altruistic, Self-Sacrificing, ResponsibleGauge EffectRecognition gauge decreases slowlyFrequent EmotionsentimentalSocial TendencyEnjoys conversationRelationship StrengthBuilds general socializing easily1014Personality1115Volunteers are altruistic and self-sacrificing with sharp emotional intuition. They help others at their own expense and are frequently Sentimental. Their Recognition gauge decays slowly because people remember kindness, but Confidence periods are short. They enjoy socializing and are drawn to helping others, which can cause them to neglect their own needs in favor of assisting those around them.1317Keywords1519Kind, Big-Hearted, Sociable, Altruistic, Self-Sacrificing, Responsible1721Keywords define the core personality tendencies. They influence autonomous behavior, conversation topics, and how other Zois perceive and react to the Volunteer.1923Values2125Each 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.2327ValueDescriptionCoexistenceEmphasizes humanity and nature living in harmony.Rule-AbidingRespectful of structure, avoids conflict, follows social rules.TraditionalistRespects established customs and conventions.LovePrioritizes the well-being and happiness of those nearby.2529Emotional Tendencies2630Traits influence which emotions a Zoi experiences most often and how long certain emotions persist.2832TypeEmotionEffectFrequently feltSentimentalThis emotion appears more often than for other traits.Shortened emotionConfidence fades quicklyThis emotion fades faster than normal.3034The Sentimental emotion does not directly boost any skill but influences relationship depth.3135Need Effects3337The Recognition gauge depletes slowly. This is an advantage, as the Zoi needs less frequent attention to this need compared to other traits.3539Social Behavior3741AspectBehaviorConversationEnjoys conversation. Gravitates toward helping topics and emotional support discussions.Relationship buildingBuilds relationships broadly through altruistic behavior. People remember kindness, reflected in the slow Recognition decay.Social tendencyFrequently engages in helping others at their own expense. Very intuitive and empathetic, great at picking up on the emotions of others. Prefers to help quietly out of the limelight rather than seeking attention.3943Recommended Desired Lives4044The following Desired Lives pair well with the Volunteer trait because their recommended traits and Values overlap:4246Desired LifeWhy It FitsLife of ContributionVolunteer's altruistic nature and Coexistence value make this a natural fit for community-focused gameplay.Life of Familial DevotionVolunteer's Love value and helping nature translate well to family-focused gameplay.Life of HarmonyVolunteer's Coexistence and Love values create natural alignment with harmony goals.4448Gameplay Strategy4549The Volunteer's slow Recognition decay is a meaningful passive advantage. Recognition is one of the harder needs to maintain, and the slow decay means less time spent on social upkeep. The shortened Confidence means the Zoi does not sustain confident periods well, which can slow Charm skill growth. Focus on helping-oriented activities and community building. Volunteers are excellent in family-focused gameplay where their altruistic nature shines. The Love and Coexistence values support relationship-heavy playstyles.4751Tips4953The slow Recognition decay is a major advantage. Spend less time maintaining social status and more time on productive activities.Be aware of shortened Confidence. The Volunteer recovers from confident moods quickly, which limits Charm skill growth.Volunteers may neglect their own needs while helping others. Monitor the Zoi's personal need gauges during helping interactions.Pair with the Life of Contribution or Life of Familial Devotion for the strongest gameplay synergy.Volunteers are considered one of the best traits overall for relationship-focused gameplay due to empathetic, broad social bonding.
