How to Turn Another Sim into a Werewolf in The Sims 4: A Comprehensive Guide
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So, you’ve caught the werewolf bug in The Sims 4 and are ready to spread the furry fun? Excellent choice! Turning another Sim into a werewolf can add a whole new layer of chaotic, moonlit adventures to your gameplay. There are a few ways to go about this, each with its own requirements and nuances. Here’s the lowdown on how to transform your unsuspecting Sim friends into howling members of the pack.
The primary method involves the Cursed Bite ability. A Sim werewolf must have a high enough werewolf rank to unlock the ability of the Cursed Bite. Once they have it, they can use it on other Sims. Another option is to use the cheat code to instantly grant the werewolf trait. Here’s a more detailed explanation:
- The Cursed Bite Method: This is the most immersive and arguably the most fun way to turn a Sim. A werewolf Sim must have a high enough Werewolf Rank and unlock the ability of the Cursed Bite from the Werewolf Skill Tree. The higher the rank, the sooner you can unlock this skill. Once the werewolf Sim has the Cursed Bite Ability, all they need to do is perform the friendly social interaction “Give Cursed Bite” to a different Sim. This will infect the other Sim with Werebies, which will cause them to turn into a werewolf.
- Using Cheat Codes: For those who prefer a more direct approach, cheat codes are your friend. Open the cheat console (usually by pressing Ctrl + Shift + C), type in
testingcheats trueand press enter. Then, type intraits.equip_trait trait_occultwerewolfand press enter. Make sure to target the Sim you want to turn before entering the cheat. This instantly grants the werewolf occult trait. - For Sims 3 Players: The Alpha Wolf Aspiration Reward (Not Applicable to Sims 4): Note, in The Sims 3, you could purchase the “Alpha Wolf” lifetime happiness reward to give another Sim the cursed bite. However, this option does not exist in The Sims 4.
Frequently Asked Questions About Werewolves in The Sims 4
H3 1. Can any werewolf turn another Sim?
Not just any werewolf can pass on the curse! Your Sim needs to unlock the “Cursed Bite” ability within the Werewolf Skill Tree. The higher the werewolf’s rank, the faster they can unlock the ability.
H3 2. What are Werebies?
Werebies are the disease that causes Sims to turn into werewolves. You will have about two in-game days after the Sim becomes infected to cure them, but why would you want to do that?
H3 3. Is there a way to cure Werebies?
Yes, there is a way to cure Werebies. You can either allow the Sim to be turned into a werewolf or visit Greg, who wanders around Moonwood Mill. Greg will attack your Sim, but if they win, he’ll give them a cure.
H3 4. Can my Sim be a vampire and a werewolf?
Unfortunately, no. Sims can only have one permanent occult life state at a time. If your Sim is already a vampire, mermaid, spellcaster, or alien, they need to renounce their current occult status before they can become a werewolf.
H3 5. What is a Fated Mate?
A Fated Mate is a special werewolf partner randomly assigned to your werewolf Sim. Human Sims cannot have fated mates. You need to endure at least one full moon rampage before you are able to find your fated mate. Flirt with different werewolf Sims to speed up the process.
H3 6. Can I change my Fated Mate?
No, the game follows a strict “one mate per Sim per lifetime” rule. Once your Sim is fated, they’re fated! There’s no changing the stars (or the game code).
H3 7. What’s the deal with Greg?
Greg is the grizzled, solitary werewolf who roams Moonwood Mill. He’s generally hostile, but encountering him can be a way to become a werewolf (albeit a dangerous one) or to get a cure for Werebies.
H3 8. How does Fury work?
Fury is a measure of how close your werewolf Sim is to losing control. As Fury builds, your Sim gains Temperaments which impact how Fury gains affect them. Certain traits or needs can also influence Fury gains. Watch out when the red orb representing Fury in the needs panel fills up!
H3 9. Where can I find Kristopher Volkov?
Kristopher Volkov is the leader of the Moonwood Collective pack. He lives with his family in the only occupied residential lot in Moonwood Mill, making him relatively easy to find. He also frequents community lots.
H3 10. What are Temperaments?
Temperaments are passive attributes that influence how your werewolf Sim gains Fury. They’re tied to your Sim’s behavior, needs, and traits.
H3 11. What is the Lunar Cycle?
The Lunar Cycle is an 8-day cycle that affects werewolf behavior. Different phases of the moon can trigger different moodlets and behaviors in your werewolf Sim. You can adjust the lunar cycle in the game to be two, sixteen, or twenty-four days.
H3 12. Can my werewolf Sim have children?
Yes! Werewolf Sims can have children, and there’s a chance those children will inherit the werewolf trait. If a werewolf and vampire were to have a baby, the child may have abilities from both parents, but there’s no guarantee and it can be glitchy.
H3 13. Why does my werewolf Sim have hair in their wolf form when they shouldn’t?
This is usually a custom content (CC) issue. The CC hair wasn’t properly disabled for werewolf forms. You’ll need to either contact the CC creator or use Sims 4 Studio to disable the hair for werewolves.
H3 14. Can I create my own werewolf pack?
Unfortunately, no. The game only allows you to join one of the two pre-made packs: The Moonwood Collective and The Wildfangs. You can’t create your own from scratch.
H3 15. Is there a way to transform into a werewolf whenever I want?
Yes, there is! Getting the “Ring of Hircine” power allows you to transform at will. However, you need to re-equip the ring and the power after transforming back to human before you can transform again.
Becoming a werewolf is a thrilling experience in the Sims 4 and using the Cursed Bite ability or cheat codes allows you to bring more Sims into the fold. You’ll be howling at the moon and causing mayhem in no time!
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