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Dark Triad Test

How evil are you?

Each of us has a dark side. Most people are far from being saints, but they’re not hardcore villains either. Nevertheless, some people are more prone to have legal problems, show manipulative and antisocial behavior than others. These traits are called «the dark side of your personality».

So take the Dark Triad Test to measure how dark you are!


The Dark Triad Test explores your main three traits with some «malevolent connotation»: machiavellianism (manipulative tendencies),narcissism (egotistical preoccupation with self),and psychopathy (lack of emotions and low empathy).

There is also another side of high scores in Dark Triad – people with “dark personality” often reach a high social status and become wealthy. They also possess special charms that other people lack and it make them very attractive for potential sex partners. They are undoubtedly able to get what they want.

This quiz was inspired by research developed by Delroy Paulhus and Daniel Jones in 2011, but some questions were added or changed for a deeper assessment and best results.

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Dark Triad Test to measure how dark your personality is

Procedure: There are thirty simple statements below. Choose how much you agree or disagree with them to measure your own Dark Triad traits.

Please do not take this assessment as psychological advice, it was made just for your fun and educational purposes.

1. People see me as a natural leader.
2. I hate being the center of attention.
3. Many group activities tend to be dull without me.
4. I know that I am more special than others.
5. I like to get acquainted with important people.
6. I feel embarrassed if someone compliments me.
7. I have been compared to famous people.
8. I am an average person.
9. I insist on getting the respect I deserve.
10. I am very attractive to the opposite sex.

Does a high score mean I am dangerous to society?

No. The Dark Triad describes personality traits within the psychological norm (subclinical level). High scores may indicate a "challenging" personality, a tendency toward dominance, or pragmatism, but they do not make a person a criminal or socially dangerous.

What is the difference between clinical psychopathy and Dark Triad psychopathy?

Clinical psychopathy is a severe personality disorder. Psychopathy as a Dark Triad trait manifests in everyday life as low emotional responsiveness, risk-taking, impulsivity, and a lack of fear regarding social disapproval.

Are there any advantages to Dark Triad traits?

In certain situations, yes. Individuals with moderately expressed Triad traits often become successful leaders or crisis managers due to their stress resistance, ability to make tough decisions quickly, and strategic thinking.

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