Event
Baited Mouse Trap
{catname} finds a mousetrap with a tasty looking fish on it. What should {he} do?
Baited Mouse Trap is a Skill Event in Mewgenics where your cat finds a mousetrap baited with a tasty-looking fish. This event tests whether the reward is worth the risk of triggering the trap. Options include Examine (Intelligence check) and Sneak by (Dexterity check). The INT check allows your cat to assess the trap's danger, while the DEX check lets your cat try to slip past without triggering it. Failed attempts can result in the trap snapping shut on your cat, causing injuries.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Baited Mouse Trap event in Mewgenics?
The Baited Mouse Trap is a Misc Skill Event where your cat encounters a mousetrap with a fish lure. It tests your cat's ability to either analyze the danger or physically avoid it.
What stats does the Baited Mouse Trap event check?
The event checks Intelligence (INT) for the Examine option and Dexterity (DEX) for the Sneak by option.
What is the best strategy for the Baited Mouse Trap event?
Choose based on your cat's strongest stat between INT and DEX. The Intelligence check (Examine) lets your cat assess the trap, potentially finding a safe way to retrieve the bait or recognizing the danger and walking away. The Dexterity check (Sneak by) tests your cat's agility to avoid triggering the mechanism. Failed checks can cause the trap to snap shut, resulting in a random injury to your cat. If both stats are low, it may be safer to walk away entirely rather than risk an injury in later chapters where healing is scarce.
Details
Options
| Label | Stat Check | Good Outcome | Bad Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Examine | int | {catname} doesn't see any way of safely getting the fish without triggering the trap and opts to leave it alone. | {catname} tries to quickly swipe off the bait before the trap can trigger and isn't quick enough! |
| Sneak by | dex | — | Trying to show off, {catname} leaps over the trap! It snaps shut! |
Quick Facts
- Type
- Event
- Confidence
- High
- Verified
- Feb 23, 2026