Candor was a faction formed by those who blamed duplicity and deception, who believed that dishonesty is the key fault in human nature which began evil and war. They believe in the principle that honesty and openness would lead to a more peaceful and perfect society. Candor's symbol is a set of black scales on a white background, which represents their likeness for law and order. So, they tell the truth to uphold the law, and punish liars to keep order in their society.

Candor are serious about their views on honesty against dishonesty. They see honesty and trustworthiness as the very foundations of morality and character. They look upon honest individuals with high respect, and upon dishonest individuals with deep contempt; those who don't hide their flaws and even open about them are viewed with sympathy by the Candor. Some might describe the Candor as being (brutally) honest to a fault — even, in some cases, so honest as to be insulting. A member of the Candor faction would rather insult someone with honesty than lie to them; likewise, a member of Candor would rather be insulted with truths and honest opinions than lied to. In fact, it is not uncommon for the Candor to prefer the bitter truth or a disrespectful-yet-honest opinion over a comforting lie, or even a half-(lie/truth). They view complete and utter honesty as the ultimate moral and intellectual perfection.

Their substance in the Choosing Ceremony is glass for its transparency that the very principle of honesty reflects, and they wear black and white clothing because they see the truth as only black and white. Throughout the years, the Candor faction provided the people with trustworthy and sound leaders in law and politics. Candor children are seen to make wide gestures with their hands and often appear to be arguing or having intense discussions. They are very truthful and would frankly and tactlessly say what they feel.
 

• A black suit with a white tie is standard Candor uniform.
• Members tell the truth in all aspects of the aptitude test, including when shown a picture of a man and asked to identify him.
• Members learn to read body language so that they know when someone is lying or keeping something from them.
• You always know where you stand with others, because they tell you. There is no manipulation.
• The Candor Headquarters is located in a building that was once called the "Merchandise Mart"- now referred to as "Merciless Mart".
• Before allowing members of other factions to take refuge in their headquarters, they are interrogated under the Truth Serum.
• Ice cream is the preferred dessert of the Candor.