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Burglar trait

Burglar is a occupation-only trait in Project Zomboid. You cannot pick it: it comes free with certain occupations. Checked for Build 42.21, November 2026.

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What Burglar does

Hotwire cars; breaks fewer window locks.

Details
TypeOccupation-only trait
PointsFree with certain occupations; cannot be picked
EffectHotwire cars; breaks fewer window locks
NotesBurglar only
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Other occupation-only traits

TraitPointsEffect
Ax-pertFreeFaster axe swings and tree chopping
DesensitizedFreeAlmost no panic; immune to Discomfort
Night OwlFreeNeeds little sleep, alert while asleep
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Quick answers

How many points does Burglar cost in Project Zomboid?

It cannot be bought. It comes free with certain occupations.

What does Burglar do?

Hotwire cars; breaks fewer window locks.

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