Power Shifts in The Sims 4 Royalty & Legacy: The Magical Moments That Can Crown You… Or Curse You!
The Sims 4 Royalty & Legacy Expansion Pack contains FIVE new ‘Power Shift’ moments, gameplay opportunities that can either launch your Sim to the peak of nobility… or completely ruin their lives! There are many ways for your Sims to take the crown, and Power Shifts are by far the quickest, but not always easiest, way. Let’s take a look at all the storybook moments to discover in the new world of Ondarion!
The Sims 4 Royalty & Legacy: Power Shifts
The Crystal Slippers – On The Steps of the Palace
These exquisitely crafted, magical shoes bring elegance to every step. Slip them on and any Sim is instantly swept into dazzling finery. Those who dance the Grand Waltz in these shoes may find new love or see their fortunes change among the Nobles. If a dance falters, even a Noble may face unexpected twists of fate.
The first of the five power shifts is the Crystal Slippers, enchanted shoes that are sure to woo any noble at a Grand Ball. Getting your hands on a pair of these slippers doesn’t have to be Agony, so let’s take a look at where to nab a pair for yourself!
The Crystal Slippers can be found in treasure chests throughout the world. These spawn next to the rocks marked with an X and an arrow. If you are struggling to find these treasure spots, make sure to check out our Ondarion World Guide! If lucky, your Sims will receive a pair of Crystal Slippers.
You can also cheat the Crystal Slippers in by enabling ‘testingcheats’, Shift + Click on your Sim, Select ‘EP21 – Royalty & Legacy’, ‘Power Shift Events’, and ‘[DEBUG] Create Crystal Slippers.
Once your Sim has a pair, you can enable the Power Shift Event by selecting them in your Sim’s inventory and choosing ‘Wear Shoes’. This will have your Sim instantly change into formal attire and their newfound slippers. You will also receive a notification encouraging you to plan a Ballroom Event, perfect for meeting Nobles in Ondarion!
At the Ball event, make sure to find an eligible Noble and choose either ‘Dance for Romance’ or ‘Dance for Status’, the latter granting your Sims the title of the chosen dance partner. Be warned, a failed dance can lead to upset and a broken heart!
Simcalibur – The Sword in the Stone
Simcalibur beckons a Sim trusted and true,
Adept with a blade and ready to pursue.
A Kingdom awaits their guiding hand,
where Commoners trust and understand.
But if they fail to prove their worth,
The Sword’s displeasure shall quake the earth.
Simcalibur is the rarest sword in The Sims 4 Royalty & Legacy, and there is only one in existence in your save. Be careful who you choose to pull it! The sword is located next to Ye Olde Voyager bar in the region of Verdemar (see below)!
You can select ‘Examine Prophecy’ to learn more about the sword. The prophecy claims that only Sims with great standing with common people, and a proficiency in Swordsmanship are worthy of pulling the sword from the stone. If successful, the sword will be added to your Sims’ inventory.
The sword acts as any other sword does in-game; it can be used in duels, to be trained with, or mounted on the wall. You can also perform two interactions unique to Simcalibur: ‘Ascend to Kingdom Leader’, and ‘Simcalibur’s Radiance’.
Choosing ‘Ascend to Kingdom Leader’ does exactly what it says on the tin: the chosen Sim will be instantly granted rank 10 of the Noble Career and will depose any Sim with that rank. The ‘Simcalibur’s Radiance’ interaction will grant your Sims an 8-hour confidence moodlet. You will need to wait for Simcalibur’s power to recharge before performing it again!
Noble Frogs – Kiss (Or Eat?)
Among the frogs that hop and roam,
Some once called a Sim-life home.
Twisted by a trickster’s curse,
From Noble lines to fates far worse.
Yet only true love, pure and warm,
Can break the spell and shift their form.
When kissed, these amphibians have a chance of transforming into Noble Sims, all ready for romance. As a noble, the transformed Sim will recognise your status and may instantly propose. Commoner Sims, on the other hand, have a chance of being rejected.
Frogs found in logs or water pumps in any world can be kissed! Simply click on a frog either in your Sims inventory, or one they have in a tank on the active lot, and select ‘Kiss Frog’.
You can also cheat the Noble Frog in by enabling ‘testingcheats’, Shift + Click on your Sim, Select ‘EP21 – Royalty & Legacy’, ‘Power Shift Events’, and ‘[DEBUG] Create Noble Frog.
Regular frogs are not noble, and will not grant your Sims the same benefit; they will still result in an instant engagement if you choose to accept the suitor’s proposal.
Noble Frogs can be distinguished from regular frogs by the pillow they sit on and the crown on their head. Both types of frogs can be found in the usual places. Noble Frogs have a much rarer chance of appearing.
If you have The Sims 4 Enchanted by Nature and your Sim is Level 5 or higher in the Natural Living Skill, they can choose to eat the noble frog if they so wish.
The Enchanted Mirror – Pick Number 3 My Lord
Gaze within to test your chance,
Blessed ascent or shadowed stance.
Rise in rank or fortune’s glow,
Or watch your luck and rivals grow.
Seek a truth the glass may stir,
But risk the fate it may confer.
The Enchanted Mirror can be found in a small island in the lake found in Bellacorde. This mirror can be interacted with, and if you choose ‘Examine Enchanted Mirror’, you will be given a poem (see above) tempting your Sim to seek their fortune, along with a healthy dose of warning.
Choosing to ‘Investigate Secrets on…’ will allow your Sim to uncover a scandal that another Sim is hiding, allowing you to find dirt on a rival that you can use to your advantage. Be warned, as this can backfire, leaving your Sim with a +1 Embarrassed moodlet that lasts 4 hours.
You can also choose to ‘Gaze into the Future’, either granting a boost in noble rank or increased career performance if your Sim is in any other profession than Noble. As with investigating secrets, this too can backfire, leaving your Sims with a penalty in career performance, and the quality of any crafted items being lowered.
Anansi’s Well – Spider Senses
Anansi, sly weaver of tales untold,
Calls forth a Sim both curious and bold.
To enter his Trials is to dance with the sly,
Where riddles twist under the spider’s eye.
The wise earn boons from challenges met,
But careless Sims find tangled debt.
Anansi’s Well can be found between Zanbira Market and Dambele Palace in the region of Dambele urrounded by spiders crawling along the ground. Anansi is a trickster god from West African and Carribbean folk lore, so take his advice with a pinch of salt.
You can ‘Ask for Anansi’s Advice’, which costs one Simoleon and will result in an advice notification popping up, with helpful hints on how to become a noble, how to help those around the world, and how to generally get by in Ondarion.
You can also choose to undertake four different trials set by Anansi. You must do these trials in order and they will see your Sim undertake challenges of skill to earn rewards. Take a look below at how to complete each trial:
| Trial | Clue | Action |
| Trial One: Weave a Story | Spin a tale with wit and weight. Speak a story, and let Anasi decide your fate. | Learn a secret and share it with others. |
| Trial Two: Offer a Secret | Whisper what hides beneath your smile. Hold a secret too tightly and the web may twist, but share it and Anasi’s favor finds you. | Learn a sceret and share it with others. |
| Trial Three: Spin the Web | Weave a trick. Twist a thread. Let another stumble while you rise. Let Anasi judge if you are clever enough to dance in the web. | Successfully perform Deception interactions under the Mischief category. |
| Trial Four: Fulfil the Thread | Gather the words that linger in your mind, and bind them to the page. If written with excellence, it will endure gracefully in Anansi’s web. This is your final trial. | Write a book with Excellent Quality. |
You will have 3 days to achieve each task successfully to avoid a penalty. Upon completing the final trial, you will be granted the ‘Threadshifter Trait’ that will allow your Noble Sims to change their alignment between Commoner and Royal.
Are you going to take the risk for the chance to change your Sims’ lives? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned to Sims Community for all guides on The Sims 4 Royalty & Legacy!
