The first SAB traits were Taco and Nyan. Both arrived with Update 5 on June 28, 2025, when Steal a Brainrot introduced the complete trait system.
Before traits existed, players mainly improved brainrots through mutations. Traits changed the game because several of them could be placed on the same brainrot.
A brainrot could have a taco hat, a rainbow trail, and another event effect at the same time. Each trait added its own multiplier, making trait farming one of the most important activities in SAB.
The First SAB Trait
Taco and Nyan were released together, so both are considered the first traits in Steal a Brainrot.
Taco came from a taco cannon above the conveyor. When the cannon fired, a taco could land on a brainrot and give it the Taco trait.
Nyan came from the Nyan Cat event. During the event, the map became darker and rainbow cats flew through the sky. Brainrots hit by them received a rainbow trail.
| Trait | How It Was Obtained |
|---|---|
| Taco | Hit by the taco cannon |
| Nyan | Hit during the Nyan Cat event |
Both traits were originally activated during admin events. This became the model for many future traits.
The Machine and Weather Era
The next important trait arrived with the Bubblegum Machine in Update 8.
Players could insert ten Candy brainrots into the machine. The machine then blew bubblegum onto units, giving them the Bubblegum trait.
Later, SAB introduced natural weather traits:
- Wet
- Snowy
- Comet-struck
These weather traits were different because they could appear without an admin.
That made them easier for solo players to obtain. A player could remain in a quiet server and wait for the correct weather event.
The Ritual Era
Ritual traits gave players more control over trait farming.
Instead of waiting for a random event, groups could use specific brainrots to activate special rituals.
The Matteo Hat trait was one of the first examples. Players could obtain it by walking Matteo into a tree or by getting Matteo struck by lightning.
More ritual traits were later added.
| Ritual Trait | Connected Brainrot |
|---|---|
| Matteo Hat | Matteo |
| Galactic | La Vacca Saturno |
| Explosive | Bombardiro |
| Shark Fin | Orcalero |
| Spider | Los Spyderinis |
| Paint | Chicleteira |
| Tie | Dul Dul Dul |
Rituals became popular because groups could prepare the required brainrots before Admin Abuse started.
This made trait farming faster and more organized.
The Country Era
Country-themed traits started appearing during special Admin Abuse events.
The Mexico Event introduced Sombrero, while later events added Brazil and Indonesia traits.
These events usually included themed characters, animations, and attacks.
Country traits include:
- Sombrero
- Brazil
- Indonesia
They became popular because they were connected to full events instead of simple random effects.
The Seasonal Era
Holiday updates introduced some of the most colorful traits in SAB.
Halloween added:
- Jack O’Lantern Pet
- RIP Tombstone
- Witching Hour
Christmas added:
- Santa Hat
- Reindeer Pet
New Year introduced the 26 trait, while Valentine’s Day added Chocolate.
Easter introduced Bunny Ears and several colored Egg traits.
The Eid Celebration added tiered Balloon traits. Their multiplier depended on the balloon color.
Orange Balloon reportedly had a 3x multiplier, while Rainbow Balloon reached 6.5x.
This meant players were not only trying to get a Balloon trait. They were also hoping for the strongest color.
The OG Era
OG traits became some of the rarest and most valuable traits in the game.
They appeared during events connected to special OG brainrot spawns.
| OG Trait | Multiplier |
|---|---|
| Strawberry | 8x |
| Meowl | 7x |
| John Pork | 6.5x |
| Skibidi | 6x |
The Strawberry trait appeared during the Strawberry Elephant event. The sky became red and strawberry bushes appeared around the map.
The Meowl event added small Meowl trees.
The Skibidi event filled the map with Skibidi heads.
John Pork used call and decline buttons. It could also change a brainrot’s displayed name to:
“Brainrot Name is Calling...”
Because OG events were rare, brainrots with these traits often received a large trading premium.
The Special Era
The supplied timeline describes 2026 as one of the busiest periods for new traits.
Important additions included:
- :3
- Halo
- Rose
- Granny
- 1 Year
- Burger
- UFO
- Lightning
- Fire
The :3 trait was connected to the Mi Gatito ritual.
Halo was unusual because it reportedly appeared alongside the Divine mutation and only applied to Divine brainrots.
The 1 Year trait arrived during the anniversary update.
Not every trait was helpful, though.
Sleepy had a 0.5x multiplier, making it the only listed trait that reduced income instead of increasing it.
Why Taco Still Matters
Taco was one of the original traits, but it still affects trading today.
At first, players mainly saw it as a funny cosmetic effect. A brainrot received a taco hat and gained an extra multiplier.
Later, some buyers started avoiding Taco brainrots because they did not like the appearance.
According to the supplied information, a Taco trait can sometimes reduce a brainrot’s trade value by around seventy percent when the buyer does not want it.
This does not mean every Taco brainrot is bad.
Some collectors enjoy original traits, while others specifically search for old Taco units.
The important lesson is simple: a trait can increase income but still reduce demand in trading.
Nyan usually remains more popular because its rainbow trail works well with many brainrots.
Best Traits to Farm
For maximum income, the strongest supplied traits are the OG traits.
| Trait | Multiplier | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Strawberry | 8x | Very difficult |
| Meowl | 7x | Very difficult |
| John Pork | 6.5x | Very difficult |
| Skibidi | 6x | Very difficult |
For organized groups, ritual traits may be easier to farm.
Paint and Matteo Hat can be targeted when players prepare the correct brainrots.
Weather traits are usually better for solo players because they can appear without an admin event.
The best trait depends on the player:
- OG traits are best for maximum income.
- Ritual traits are best for organized groups.
- Weather traits are best for solo players.
- Seasonal traits are best for collectors.
Can Old Traits Still Be Obtained?
Some old traits remain available, while others are connected to retired events.
Weather traits such as Wet, Snowy, and Comet-struck may still appear naturally.
Ritual traits may remain obtainable when their required mechanics are active.
Seasonal traits usually return only when their event comes back.
Halloween, Christmas, Easter, and Eid traits may be unavailable outside their event periods.
Retired traits may only be obtained through trading.
A brainrot that already carries an old trait keeps it, even after the event ends.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the first trait in Steal a Brainrot?
Taco and Nyan were released together with Update 5 on June 28, 2025.
Was Taco the first SAB trait?
Taco and Nyan arrived together, but many players remember Taco as the first because of the taco cannon.
How many SAB traits exist?
The supplied timeline lists more than 56 documented traits by July 2026.
What is the strongest SAB trait?
Among the traits listed here, Strawberry has the highest multiplier at 8x.
What is the worst SAB trait?
Sleepy is the only listed trait with a 0.5x multiplier, meaning it cuts income in half.
Can a brainrot have multiple traits?
Yes. Traits can stack with each other and can also work alongside a mutation.
Can Taco lower trade value?
Yes. Some buyers dislike the Taco appearance and may offer less for a brainrot carrying it.
Which traits are easiest to obtain?
Weather traits are usually the easiest for solo players. Ritual traits are easier for organized groups.
Can retired traits return?
They may return if their event comes back. Otherwise, players normally need to trade for a brainrot that already has the trait.
Final Thoughts
The first SAB traits were Taco and Nyan, and they completely changed Steal a Brainrot.
Traits allowed players to stack extra effects on top of mutations, creating stronger and more valuable brainrots.
Over time, SAB added weather traits, rituals, country events, seasonal traits, OG traits, and special Admin Abuse effects.
Taco remains the most famous original trait, while Strawberry, Meowl, John Pork, and Skibidi are among the strongest.
For new players, the system is easy to understand: mutations change the brainrot, while traits add extra stackable bonuses.
Always check current event availability and trade values before exchanging a rare trait brainrot.