Parafolk Guide
Life Stages
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 Parafolk and those below the Toddler threshold cannot be created in the Paramaker - the youngest Paramaker-eligible starting stage is Teen.
All Life Stages (8)
| Stage | Age Range | Duration (Normal) | Growth Spurts | School | Romance | Personality Unlocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Baby | 0-1 | 3.5 days | - | No | No | - |
 Toddler | 2-4 | 4.5 days | - | No | No | Stats |
 Child | 5-8 | 12 days | 2 | Yes | No | TalentStats |
 Pre-Teen | 9-12 | 8 days | 3 | Yes | No | VibeStats |
 Teen | 13-17 | 14 days | 4 | Yes | Yes | SocialStatsLifestyles |
 Young Adult | 18-39 | 22 days | - | No | Yes | Stats |
 Adult | 40-64 | 20 days | - | No | Yes | - |
 Elder | 65+ | 14 days | - | No | Yes | - |
Aging Speed Settings
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.
Short
0.5x
Shortest lifespan
Young Adult at this speed: 11 days
Normal
1x
Default lifespan
Young Adult at this speed: 22 days
Long
4x
Longest lifespan
Young Adult at this speed: 88 days
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).
Green = available in Paramaker. Grey = gameplay-only.
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.