Parafolk · Life stages
Life Stages
baby to elder - Every Parafolk ages through 8 life stages from Baby to Elder. Each has a defined age range, in-game duration, and gradually unlocks personality categories. 3 duration scales let you control the pace. (Back link: Parafolk overview → /parafolk)
8 life stages
Baby to Elder
3 aging speeds
What are all the life stages in Paralives? (8)
Life stages
All Paralives life stages with age ranges and properties
| Stage | Age Range | Duration (Normal) | Growth Spurts | School | Romance | Personality Unlocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Baby | 0-1 | - | No | No | ||
 Toddler | 2-4 | - | No | No | Stats | |
 Child | 5-8 | Yes | No | TalentStats | ||
 Pre-Teen | 9-12 | Yes | No | VibeStats | ||
 Teen | 13-17 | Yes | Yes | SocialStatsLifestyles | ||
 Young Adult | 18-39 | - | No | Yes | StatsStatsStats | |
 Adult | 40-64 | - | No | Yes | ||
 Elder | 65+ | - | No | Yes |
How does aging work?
Every Parafolk ages through 8 life stages from Baby to Elder. Each stage covers a defined age range and lasts a set number of in-game days at Normal speed. The baby and toddler years are the shortest - just a few days - while Young Adult is the longest at 22 days. Elder stage lasts 14 days at Normal speed, matching the Teen stage exactly.
Growth spurts appear during the Child, Pre-Teen, and Teen stages. These are moments where a Parafolk's personality can shift, reflecting the reality of development in those years. Teens receive the most growth spurts of any stage (4 total), giving players the most opportunities to refine a Parafolk's character before adulthood locks in the core personality foundation.
Personality categories unlock gradually as a Parafolk ages. Stats become available from the Toddler stage onward. Talent unlocks at Child. Vibe arrives in Pre-Teen. Teen stage adds Social and Lifestyles. Baby, Toddler, Child and Pre-Teen Parafolk cannot be created in the Paramaker - the youngest starting stage there is Teen.
How do aging speed settings work in Paralives?
Aging speed is set globally at the start of a save. The multiplier applies to every life stage equally. Use the table below to calculate actual stage durations for your chosen speed.
Aging speed settings
| Setting | Multiplier | Label | Young Adult at this speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short | Shortest lifespan | ||
| Normal | Default lifespan | ||
| Long | Longest lifespan |
Paramaker Starting Stages
Not every life stage can be chosen as a starting point in the Paramaker. Baby, Toddler, Child, and Pre-Teen Parafolk cannot be created from scratch - they must be born or age into those stages during gameplay. The youngest starting stage available in the Paramaker is Teen (age 13).
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions
How many life stages are in Paralives?
Paralives has 8 life stages: Baby (ages 0-1), Toddler (2-4), Child (5-8), Pre-Teen (9-12), Teen (13-17), Young Adult (18-39), Adult (40-64), and Elder (65+). Each stage has a configurable base duration measured in in-game days.
When can Parafolk start romantic relationships in Paralives?
Romance becomes available starting with the Teen life stage (ages 13-17). Baby, Toddler, Child, and Pre-Teen Parafolk cannot form romantic relationships. Teen, Young Adult, Adult, and Elder Parafolk all have romance available.
How does aging speed work in Paralives?
Aging speed is a global game setting. Short aging applies a 0.5x multiplier to all stage durations, cutting each stage roughly in half. Normal aging uses the base durations as shown. Long aging uses a 4x multiplier, making each stage last four times as long. The multiplier applies to every life stage equally.
What are growth spurts in Paralives?
Growth spurts are personality-change events that fire during the Child, Pre-Teen, and Teen life stages. They give players the opportunity to adjust or evolve personality traits as the Parafolk develops. Child Parafolk have 2 growth spurts, Pre-Teens have 3, and Teens have 4 - the most of any stage.
Related guides: School (/school) · Pregnancy (/pregnancy)