“Facts, persuasion, and a podium – your Sim’s ticket to academic greatness!”
Pack: Discover University
Skill Type: Major Skill
Best For: University students, future lawyers, and persuasive powerhouses 💼🎓
🧠 How to Start
The Research & Debate skill allows your Sim to argue, influence, and study faster, making it essential for university life and careers in law or academia.
Build this skill using:
- 🎤 A Podium (found in Britechester)
- 🖥️ Electromagnetic Research Archive Machine
- 📚 Research & Debate books (buyable from bookshelves or campus kiosks)
These items can be purchased for home or used in Discover University’s campus buildings.
📈 Skill Level Progression
| 🎯 Level | 🏆 Unlocks |
|---|---|
| 1 | Use mirror or archive machine to build skill. New social: Build Compelling Opinion |
| 2 | Finish reading books faster. New interaction: Debate a Topic at a Podium Pair |
| 3 | Complete homework faster. Can Prepare for Debate, Convince to Bathe or Keg Stand |
| 4 | Improved study progress. Can research additional skills |
| 5 | More persuasive: Can Convince to Do Homework or Cook |
| 6 | Complete Presentations & Term Papers faster. Can Contribute Knowledge |
| 7 | Can Convince to Clean or Convince Roommates to Stay |
| 8 | Can Write & Publish Research Papers, gain more skill from reading |
| 9 | Can Convince to Go Streaking, Ask Boss for Bonus by phone |
| 10 | Can Hold a Professional Debate or Give Commentary at Podium to earn simoleons 💰 |
💼 Career Connection
| 🧭 Career | 📚 Relevance |
|---|---|
| ⚖️ Law | Vital for crafting legal arguments and courtroom persuasion |
🧪 Cheats, Tips & Ideal Moods
| 📌 Category | 💬 Details |
|---|---|
| Cheat | stats.set_skill_level major_researchdebate 10 |
| Ideal Mood | 😊 Focused — boosts learning speed |
| Trait | 🧬 Genius — helps Sims stay Focused longer |
| Aspiration | 🌟 Academic — requires this skill for milestone progress |
💡 Tips & Strategy
- 📘 Level 2: Speeds up book reading — great for multitasking learners!
- ✍️ Level 3: Homework becomes lightning-fast
- 🗣️ Podium interactions at Level 10 can earn simoleons and improve fame
- 🧒 Teens can learn this skill early — useful for precocious prodigies
- 🧠 Combine with Logic, Charisma, and Writing for the ultimate academic Sim
- 💡 Contribute Knowledge to Research Machines for positive moodlets and fame
🎥 Video Tutorial
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📝 Final Thoughts
The Research & Debate skill is perfect for ambitious Sims who want to win arguments, speed through coursework, and earn fame and income through knowledge. Whether your Sim is destined for the courtroom or academic stardom, this skill offers powerful and unique gameplay!
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