Short of Breath is a negative trait in Project Zomboid. It gives 5 points to spend elsewhere. Checked for Build 42.21, November 2026.
Loses endurance faster.
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Type | Negative trait |
| Points | Gives 5 points |
| Effect | Loses endurance faster |
| Notes | Was Asthmatic |
| Trait | Points | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Fear of Blood | Gives 5 | Panics treating wounds; cannot treat others |
| Reluctant Fighter | Gives 5 | Less combat XP |
| Disorganized | Gives 6 | Smaller container capacity |
| Out of Shape | Gives 6 | −2 Fitness |
| Restless Sleeper | Gives 6 | Sleep restores less |
It gives 5 points.
Loses endurance faster.
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