https://www.rimworldtools.com/tags/tier-list/ Recent content in Tier List on RimWorld Tools — Calculators & Guides Hugo en-us © 2026 RimWorld Tools · Fan site, not affiliated with Ludeon Studios · Powered by fansweb https://www.rimworldtools.com/databases/best-traits/ Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.rimworldtools.com/databases/best-traits/ <p>Here's our <strong>RimWorld best traits tier list</strong> for the current <strong>1.6 / Odyssey</strong> version. Use it to pick strong starting colonists and build efficient roles.</p> <h2>Tier S — Always Take These</h2> <table> <thead><tr><th>Trait</th><th>Effect</th></tr></thead> <tbody> <tr><td>Sanguine</td><td>+10 mood always — free stability</td></tr> <tr><td>Industrious</td><td>Global work speed +30%</td></tr> <tr><td>Too Smart</td><td>Research +40%, learning +70%</td></tr> </tbody> </table> <h2>Tier A — Great for Specific Roles</h2> <table> <thead><tr><th>Trait</th><th>Best role</th></tr></thead> <tbody> <tr><td>Tough</td><td>Frontline fighter (damage -50%)</td></tr> <tr><td>Brawler</td><td>Melee specialist</td></tr> <tr><td>Jogger</td><td>Hauler / scout (speed +25%)</td></tr> <tr><td>Quick Sleeper</td><td>Any long worker</td></tr> <tr><td>Night Owl</td><td>Night-shift pawns</td></tr> </tbody> </table> <h2>Tier B — Situational</h2> <p>Greedy, Jealous and Abrasive have real downsides but can be managed with good bedrooms and scheduling. Avoid unless you have a plan.</p>