The Collector is depicted as a childish and mercurial entity. He is motivated by simple desires, wanting to have fun and play games with others. he gets quite emotional and impatient when his wants are not met. He partakes in theatrics often, speaking riddles and rhymes, although he will quickly give up on harder words. Despite his childlike attitude. the Collector was nonchalant about the world around him, as he used his powers freely to manipulate reality to suit his needs.