There are a bunch of different Traits in Starfield that add a whole new level of customisation to character creation. When equipped, you can use these Traits to get access to different abilities that directly affect your gameplay. Knowing what these Traits do should help you make more informed decisions about your build. In this guide, we will break down each of the Traits that you can select in Starfield.
Starfield Traits
Every single Trait in Starfield comes with upsides and downsides. This is why choosing the right one matters quite a lot. Moreover, there are some Traits that prevent you from choosing the others so you must weigh your options carefully. Here’s a closer look at each of these Traits in Starfield:
| Traits | Pros | Cons |
| Alien DNA | You start with maximum HP and Endurance. | You get fewer benefits from healing items. |
| Dream Home | You have your very own home. | You have a 50,000 mortgage to settle with GalBank. |
| Empath | Actions that your companions love will greatly increase their combat effectiveness. | Actions that your companions dislike will greatly reduce their combat effectiveness. |
| Extrovert | You consume more Oxygen when you are solo. | You consume less Oxygen when you are with companions. |
| Freestar Collective Settler | You get access to additional dialogues. These can lead to getting extra rewards as well. | The other factions are more hostile toward you. |
| Hero Worshipped | You have a dedicated fan that will shower you with gifts frequently. | This dedicated fan can be a little annoying. |
| Introvert | You consume less Oxygen when you are solo. | You consume extra Oxygen when you are with companions. |
| Kid Stuff | You are able to visit your parents whenever you want. | You are required to send 2% of your total Credits to your parents. |
| Neon Street Rat | You get access to additional dialogues. These can lead to getting extra rewards as well. | The other factions are more hostile toward you. |
| Raised Enlightened | You have access to a special chest in the House of the Enlightened. | You cannot choose another Religion. |
| Raised Universal | You have access to a special chest in the Sanctum Universum. | You cannot choose another Religion. |
| Serpent’s Embrace | Jumping increases HP and Endurance. | You cannot choose another Religion. |
| Spaced | You have increased HP and Endurance while in the space. | You have decreased HP and Endurance while on the ground. |
| Taskmaster | If you have a crew trained in a ship system, it will automatically repair whenever the HP falls below 50%. | Every crewmate has a doubled hiring cost. |
| Terra Firma | You have increased HP and Endurance while on the ground. | You have decreased HP and Endurance while in the space. |
| United Colonies Native | You get access to additional dialogues. These can lead to getting extra rewards as well. | The other factions are more hostile toward you. |
| Wanted | You deal extra damage when you are on low HP. | You are constantly hunted by Mercenaries. |
| Unwanted Hero | To be updated. | To be updated. |
Best Traits to Use
While every Trait has its advantages in Starfield, there are some that are better than the others. However, instead of relying on these lists online, we recommend choosing the ones that improve your builds in whatever way. With that said, here are our recommendations of some of the best Traits to use in Starfield:
| Wanted | Being able to do more damage is always nice. You will obviously need to deal with Mercenaries on your tail, but that is just extra XP if you think about it. |
| Empath | The only thing that you will need to concern yourself is your companions’ preferences. Once you have got that down, you will get to enjoy free benefits. |
| Hero Worshipped | There is a chance that you will get annoyed by your Adored Fan at one point in the game, but until then, the constant supply of gifts is not bad. |
| Introvert / Extrovert | Depending on how you prefer to play, you should choose one of these Traits. The ability to consume less Oxygen can be very beneficial. |
| Terra Firmed / Spaced | Another one that entirely depends on how you prefer to play. Those of you, who love boots on the ground, choose Terra Firmed, and those who love to be in the space, go with Spaced. |
These are all the Traits that you can play around with in Starfield. Which of these Traits are you looking forward to use? Be sure to let us know in the comments below!