The Sims 3: University Life


Avant garde is a mental trait introduced in The Sims 3: University Life. It conflicts with the can't stand art and easily impressed traits. It is first available for teens.

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Avant Garde Sims know what's art and what's not, and don't mind letting others know. It's tough to please an Avant Garde type!


Attributes Edit

  • Avant garde Sims learn the street art skill at a 15% faster rate.
  • Avant garde Sims have a 5% higher chance at creating a masterpiece mural.
  • The value of street art increases by 15% if the artist is an avant garde Sim.
  • Avant garde Sims strongly benefit from undertaking a fine arts major while studying at college.[TS3:UL]
  • Avant garde Sims can write poetry at level 2 of the writing skill, and the satire genre at level 4.

Special Interactions Edit

  • Avant garde Sims can use the "Describe Radical Idea", "Enthuse About Obscure Music", and "Condescend The Mainstream" interactions on other Sims.
  • Avant garde Sims can use the "Accuse Of Being A Sellout" interaction on other Sims as a mean interaction.
  • Avant garde Sims can "critique" any works of art, such as paintings, sculptures, and decorative objects.

Special Moodlets Edit

Image Moodlet Name Notes
  Shared Great Idea
  Wasted Great Idea
  Feeling Important
  Clinically Critiqued
  Boundless Creative Energy Boost

Premade Avant garde Sims Edit

Ann Connors, Derek Khan, Che Justice

See also: Category:Avant garde Sims


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