Empire-Wide Scandal
The "Empire-Wide Scandal" event in Stellaris — flavor, choices, and how to trigger it with the event console command.
Empire-Wide Scandal

Leader event
… is at the center of a major scandal reverberating throughout the empire. There are numerous reports of aberrant behavior, embezzlement, and cover-ups. This has led many to question the competence of those in authority. The effects on the public mood will undoubtedly be felt for years to come. Many believe that the only way to restore faith in the system is for … to step down and face prosecution.
The command below will trigger the "Empire-Wide Scandal" event in Stellaris:
Player choices
When this event fires, you can choose between these 2 options:
- An unfortunate accusation.
- Gain modifier: Empire Wide Scandal
- Dismiss this leader.
- … is dismissed.
- Gain modifier: Scandal Dealt With
Firing conditions
Show raw conditions
is_ruler = no
is_councilor = yes
OR = {
has_trait_tier1or2 = { TRAIT = leader_trait_fallible }
has_trait_tier1or2 = { TRAIT = leader_trait_substance_abuser }
has_trait_tier1or2 = { TRAIT = leader_trait_embezzler }
has_trait_tier1or2 = { TRAIT = leader_trait_slothful }
has_trait_tier1or2 = { TRAIT = leader_trait_lawless }
has_trait_tier1or2 = { TRAIT = leader_trait_corrupt }
has_trait_tier1or2 = { TRAIT = leader_trait_sadistic }
has_trait_tier1or2 = { TRAIT = leader_trait_insider_trading }
}