Traits were revealed during the Diablo 3 [[Gameplay Panel Blizzcon 2010|Gameplay Panel in Blizzcon 2010]] by [[Jay Wilson]]. They provide strong bonuses to all active skillsand stats, essentially allowing a player to upgrade a specific skill or playstyle which defines them and their playstyle and build. Mechanically, they are suppose to replace Diablo 2's stats.

Not many specifics are known about Traits, but there are around 90 30 traits per class, you get a trait point every 2nd level (every odd number), although, the developers plan to change this somehow. Traits have levels, depending on the trait, they may have between 1, 3 or and 5 levels.

Traits are unique to each class, except a few which crossover with other classes where it makes sense. Every trait has a sort of description or backstory that explains the trait and its effects.

** Description - N/AShocking defense will make enemies ponder the wisdom of their assault.** Effects - Periodically shocks a nearby enemy for 1-130 120 Lightning Damage.

** Description - N/AAn icy mist that freezes to the bone, the low hum and spark of electricity in the air... even touching a wizard can have dire consequences.

** Description - N/A"While most orders teach the merits of calming the seas of the soul, the guardians of Arreat have embraced the raging inner Storm" - Chronicler Raygres

[[image:Prismatic_cloak.png|right|thumbnail|200px|The Prismatic Cloak trait, shown as an example during BlizzCon 2010]]