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When a ruler dies inCrusader Kings 3, players will typically continue as their heir, as long as they have one. To continue conquering, residing over peace, or stockpiling vast piles of gold, players will therefore want to have the best heirs, and while luck certainly plays its part, there are plenty of ways to get better heirs inCK3.
How To Give Your Heir The Best Genetics In CK3
Part of getting the best heirs inCrusader Kings 3is setting them up for life with the best genetics, which results in thebest Congenital Traits, such as Beautiful, Genius, and Herculean. Theseprovide stat bonuses, increase opinions, and in the case of the Genius or lesser intelligence Traits,increase Monthly Lifestyle Experience gains.
AsCongenital Traits can be inherited, the best advice is tomarry a spouse with some of these Traits. The Blood branch ofDynasty Legaciesis also great for this, with certain Legaciesincreasing the chances of inheriting good Traits, and eventually players will be able to choose one Trait to become more common.
Some players use eugenics by switching to Faiths that allow marriage between family members. After a few generations, Congenital Traits will stay in the family.
How To Give Your Heir The Best Education & Personality Traits In CK3
As children grow up inCrusader Kings 3, they will gainPersonality Traitsand sometimes additional stats or other bonuses. Upon turning 16, they will gain an Education Trait based on the quality of their education and other factors.Education Traits grant bonuses to Monthly Lifestyle Experience gainsin one Lifestyle, such as Stewardship or Intrigue. This makes them incredibly important, as characters with high-tier Education Traits will unlock new Perks much faster.
To improve the education of children and heirs inCK3, there are a few things players can do.
Ways To Change The Succession To Get Different Heirs In CK3
If players aren’t happy with their current heir, there are thankfully a few ways to change the succession andhave a different child inherit.
