Every way to put Compassionate on a character. 38 options grant it to your own court outright, and 12 more can roll it up. See Compassionate for what it does, how to remove it, all traits.
Who can get it
If the character fails any of these, the option that would grant it does not appear.
- the character must be at least 7
Born with it
- Min age 7
- On the childhood adjective roll
- Rolled for tribal characters
Children can also inherit it, as described on Trait Inheritance.
Pick this option 44
Choosing the option gives the character the trait.
- "Offer a gift of Food to the struggling [rival]."the option does: Remembered: Gave us food during a drought (+40 opinion for 40 turns)Send to the target: +100 FoodGain trait: GraciousGain trait: Compassionate
- "We must forgive and move on from this loss."the option does: Gain trait: CompassionateLeader relationship: Vengeful Against
- this branch: Gain trait: Compassionate
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- this branch: Gain trait: Compassionate
- "We will not debase ourselves in this way."the option does: Leader relationship: Estranged FromGain trait: Compassionate
- "They must spare him, but it is by my hand."the option does: Leader relationship: Influenced ByGain trait: Compassionate
- "The original [rival] citizens are to be treated with respect."the option does: +1 Happiness levelRemembered: Helped Citizens (+40 opinion for 20 turns)Gain trait: CompassionateRemembered: Did not permit family to rule as superiors to locals (-40 opinion for 40 turns)
- "Honor him with a heartfelt speech."the option does: Gain trait: Compassionate
- "I will not prey on a child for political gain."the option does: Remembered: Ruler would not abduct foreign heir (-40 opinion for 40 turns)Gain trait: Compassionate
- "Aid them in their voyage to a new land."the option does: Gain trait: CompassionateThe religion spreads to the target
- "That is no way to treat our loyal subjects."the option does: Gain trait: Compassionate
- "Though our enemies, I will not exploit [rival]’s ill fate. Order the [family] to help in the rescue and recovery."the option does: Gain trait: CompassionateRemembered: Helped recover soldiers who were taken by the flood (+20 opinion for 20 turns)-7 HP to the unitRemembered: Ordered us to help our City's attackers (-40 opinion for 20 turns)
- this branch: Gain trait: Compassionate
- "Send him to a temple for a divine cure."the option does: Gain trait: IncubatedGain trait: Compassionate
- "It is right to pause and reflect on our losses."the option does: Gain trait: MourningGain trait: Compassionate
- "The health of our soldiers is top priority."the option does: Leader relationship: Influenced ByGain trait: Compassionate
- "How dare [character] suggest such a thing!"the option does: Leader relationship: Estranged FromGain trait: Compassionate
- "I wish to help support this sad, mad woman."the option does: Gain trait: Compassionate
- "Offer our condolences to [character]."the option does: Gain trait: Compassionate
- "Comfort the [family] with a gift."the option does: Remembered: Sent us extra gifts (+80 opinion for 40 turns)Gain trait: Compassionate-120 Money (-30/city)
- "Suggest that he continue working directly with the poor."the option does: Gain trait: Compassionate
- "I will arrange a visit and see to him myself."the option does: Your leader: no longer Estranged from the targetGain trait: Compassionate
- "Task our finest healers with [character]’s recovery."the option does: -4 Orders-160 Money (-40/city)Gain trait: CompassionateGain trait: ScarredLeader relationship: Endeared To
- "I shall bind [character] to me and always be kind to others."the option does: Gain trait: CompassionateLeader relationship: Owes Favor To
- "Save the settlers and laborers."the option does: +1 CitizenGain trait: Compassionate
- "Give [character] some space, and talk to him when he’s ready."the option does: Gain trait: Compassionate-1 Discipline
- "It seems we are not the only ones suffering from the [event]."the option does: A distant tribe raidsGain trait: Compassionate
- "I feel somehow responsible for this."the option does: Gain trait: MourningGain trait: Compassionate
- "I cannot let go while they depend on me."the option does: -30 Food (-10/city)Gain trait: CompassionateGain trait: Mourning
- "Such power and grace should not be removed from this world."the option does: +2 LegitimacyGain trait: Compassionate
- "Blood should not be sport."the option does: Leader relationship: Disappointed WithGain trait: Compassionate
- "Daena the Holy Maiden gives a shoulder to those who need it most."the option does: Gain trait: Compassionate
- "Provide for her recovery and send her on her way."the option does: Gain trait: Compassionate
- this branch: Gain trait: Compassionate
- "Feed the dog, and find someone to look after it."the option does: Gain trait: Compassionate-2 Orders
- "Refuse to continue to support [religion] after the suggestion."the option does: State religion endsGain trait: Compassionate
- "Put them out of their misery, may the gods forgive me."the option does: The character is killedGain trait: MourningGain trait: Compassionate
- "Reach out to our neighbors to see if they require assistance."the option does: Remembered (all families): Prioritized foreign aid during recovery efforts (-20 opinion for 20 turns)Remembered (all rivals): Provided aid following a natural disaster (+20 opinion for 20 turns)Gain trait: Compassionate-3 Orders
- "Let it go free."the option does: Remembered: Refused to make a sacrifice (-40 opinion for 40 turns)Gain trait: Compassionate+60 Discontent (city)
- "He should treat the dog with affection and gentleness."the option does: Gain trait: Compassionate
- "Give him my private chambers."the option does: -4 LegitimacyGain trait: CompassionateRemembered: Frustrated with trusting nature (-40 opinion, permanent)
- "I wish to help support this sad, mad woman."the option does: Gain trait: Compassionate
Pick this option, then roll for it 4
The roll happens on a later turn, not when you click.
- "Console the mourners."the option does: 25% chance next turn: becomes Compassionate
- "This can be solved with the proper treatment."the option does: 50% chance next turn: becomes Compassionate
- "Let him go."the option does: -3 Legitimacy25% chance next turn: becomes CompassionateLeaves Court
- "Insist that [character] must do more to help the people of [city]."the option does: Begin project: Grain Dole25% chance next turn: becomes Compassionate
Pick this option, draw from a pool 2
The option draws one trait from a pool. Only traits the character can still take are in the draw, so your odds are one in the number still valid, and they improve as the character collects the rest of the pool.
- "Meet his gaze."pool: Bitter, Miserable, Compassionatethe option does: Gain a random trait
- "A truly kind and caring heart is more precious than gems or gold."pool: Compassionate, Inspiring, Foolishthe option does: Gain a random trait
The event does it to you 1
The event grants it whichever option you pick.