Philosophy

=Philosophy= Philosophy in Spore is the attribute given to your species in the Space Game. There are 10 kinds of philosophy in Spore. 9 that can be gained by playing from Cell to Space, and the default of Wanderer given by starting in any phase other than cell.

The 10 Philosophies
Each philosophy gives you a short analogy of your play style so far through the stages and a special ability thats unique to your philosophy.

Bard
"Bards are the social, outgoing entertainers of the cosmos. The galaxy is their personal playground." Bards receive the "Soothing Song" ability which, upon activation, boosts your relation with the species that own that planet.

Diplomat
"Diplomats are negotiators and problem solvers. Peace will come to the galaxy only through open communication between species." Diplomats receive the "Static Cling" ability which, upon activation, immobilizes all enemy ships and turrets on the planet.

Ecologist
"Ecologists are the protectors of nature. Species that attempt to exploit and corrupt the galaxy must be exterminated." Ecologists receive the "Safari Vacuum" ability which, upon activation, instantly places 2 members of each species from the planet.

Knight
"Knights are noble warriors that fight for right, not for personal gain. Peace will come to the galaxy only when evil has been vanquished" Knights receive the "Summon Mini-U" ability which, upon activation, summons a miniature clone of your spaceship to assist you.

Scientist
"Scientists are logical and calculating. The galaxy exists to be studied and understood." Scientists receive the "Graviton Wave" ability which, upon use, will destroy every city and tribe on a planet.

Shaman
"Shamans understand that all life shares a common bond. The entire galaxy exists within us all." Shamans receive the "Return Ticket" ability, which, upon activation, will return your ship to your home system.

Trader
"Traders are in it for the profit. Their only allegiance is to the almighty Sporebuck."

Wanderer
"Wanderers want to sample a little bit of everything. The galaxy is vast and they want to experience it all" Wanderers receive no unique ability. It is rumored there are missions that allow you to change philosophy but so far they haven't been found.

Warrior
"Warriors take what they want and never ask for permission. The galaxy is a prize to be claimed by the strongest." Warriors receive the "Raider Rally" ability which, upon use, opens a pirate portal on the planet.

Zealot
"Zealots are certain that their beliefs are the only truth that matters. Those who do not feel the same way are not worthy to exist in this galaxy."

How To Obtain A Philosophy
There are many ways to obtain each philosophy depending upon your species behavior in each phase of it's evolution.

The below table shows how to get each philosophy. The table is ordered by phases gone through, visiting each philosophy's page will show a smaller table showing only the paths for that philosophy.

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