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Puny trait

Puny is a negative trait in Project Zomboid. It gives 10 points to spend elsewhere. Checked for Build 42.21, November 2026.

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What Puny does

−5 Strength; very low carry weight.

Details
TypeNegative trait
PointsGives 10 points
Effect−5 Strength; very low carry weight
NotesWas Weak in B41
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Skills it changes

A starting level in a skill also makes that skill earn XP faster for the whole run. See skills.

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Traits at a similar price

TraitPointsEffect
IlliterateGives 10Cannot read books or signs
UnfitGives 10−4 Fitness; very low endurance
DeafGives 12Cannot hear
Thin-skinnedGives 8Scratches and bites break the skin more often
DisorganizedGives 6Smaller container capacity
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Quick answers

How many points does Puny cost in Project Zomboid?

It gives 10 points.

What does Puny do?

−5 Strength; very low carry weight.

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