“That means you're, erm... two centuries late for dinner! Perhaps I could whip you up a snack? You must be famished!”— Codsworth to the Sole Survivor
Codsworth is a domestic-model Mister Handy purchased by the Sole Survivor, in service to them and their family before the Great War in Sanctuary Hills, as a butler from 2077 to 2287. He can be recruited as a potential companion upon reaching a trigger point in Concord during the quest Out of Time and returning to him.
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Background
Codsworth is a Mister Handy robotic butler for the Sole Survivor's family before the Great War. He was bought by the family not long before October 23, 2077, as evidenced by the Mr. Handy box in the laundry room of the Sole Survivor's home. He was not granted entry to Vault 111, as claimed by the Vault-Tec rep,[1] and was left behind when the war was announced on television. Codsworth is reunited with the Survivor after 210 years of roaming around Sanctuary Hills, still loyal to his owner.[2]
At first, Codsworth seems cheerful and oblivious to what has happened. During the first ten years after the war, Codsworth tried to keep himself busy by doing futile housekeeping work, such as keeping the nuclear fallout-tainted floors waxed, dusting a collapsed house, and polishing a rusted car. However, talking to him further reveals that he is actually very depressed about the state of the world, and was deeply affected by his two-centuries-long isolation. To cope, he pretended that nothing happened.[3] At some point after the bombs fell, Codsworth visited the town of Concord—mentioning that the locals only "pummeled [him] with sticks a few times" and "shot at [him] on a few occasions" before he retreated to Sanctuary.[4][5]
Codsworth is known to say the Sole Survivor's chosen name if it is an option, although it may be shortened, extended, or have a word omitted. A list of spoken names can be found here.
Interactions with the player character
Fallout 4
Interactions overview
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This character is essential. Essential characters cannot be killed. Status expires when Survival mode begins. | |
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This character is a permanent companion. They grant the Robot Sympathy perk. | |
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Quests
- War Never Changes: Codsworth will act as the family's butler in this quest, providing small bits of dialogue and interaction.
- Out of Time: The Sole Survivor has the option to team up with Codsworth and scout the area of what once was Sanctuary Hills.
Effects of player's actions
Reaching the maximum affinity with Codsworth grants the Robot Sympathy perk. The perk gives +10 Energy Resistance against any robots' energy weapons.
Other interactions
Codsworth occasionally provides the Sole Survivor with purified water and jokes.
Range of interests
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Fallout: The Board Game
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Codsworth can be found randomly when taking a card from the loot deck. While Codsworth is the active companion, the player character can exhaust him to trade with any other player character on the map.
When the player character performs the camp action, he will become unexhausted. However, if the player character has the Vilified trait, he must be discarded.
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Inventory
| Apparel | Weapon | Other items |
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| Built-in buzzsaw and flamer | Purified water |
Notes
- Codsworth will become available as a companion after any of:
- Reaching an invisible trigger point in Concord during the quest Out of Time. It is not necessary to complete the quest - simply getting close enough to the Museum of Freedom to start hearing gunfire (up to the playground in Concord should be close enough) and returning to Codsworth will suffice.
- Reaching Diamond City before reaching Concord, thus starting the quest, Jewel of the Commonwealth.
- Meeting Nick Valentine in Vault 114 before reaching Concord or Diamond City, thus starting the quest, Unlikely Valentine.
- Codsworth acknowledges the occurance of the Great War in several of his comments.[6]
- Codsworth can recognize and speak over 900 names.
- When being damaged or destroyed, Codsworth will state that "'Tis but a scratch" and "Sir/ma'am? I... I'm dying...", respectively.
- Codsworth's dialogue during Out of Time can change, depending on how far the Sole Survivor has progressed in the storyline. For example, if they have finished the main quests, they can tell Codsworth that Shaun is "with his father/mother" instead of asking about Shaun's whereabouts.
- Codsworth can be repaired with robot repair kits if Automatron is installed.
- Codsworth has a basic Damage Resistance of 25 and Energy Resistance of 5. With Automatron installed, these stats can be improved by using a robot workbench.
- Codsworth can equip the bowler hat and its variant, the Triggerman bowler. However, the +1 Endurance bonus from the regular bowler has no effect, and neither hat can be equipped after upgrading Codsworth at a robot workbench.
- If brought to the Boston Airport, Codsworth may mention having accompanied either Nate or Nora, depending on the Sole Survivor's gender, to this location.[7][8]
- Codsworth appears in the ending slides.
- Codsworth does not gets registered as a settler in the Vault-Tec Population Management System, even after becoming a companion.
Notable quotes
- "This is all much more exciting than domestic life I assure you!"
- "Beats doing housework!"
- "If there's a use to that I'll eat my hat." – When picking up junk items
- "Even at the worst of times, things aren't so bad when you're around, sir/mum."
- "The past, the present, and the future walked into a bar. It was tense."
- "One of the joys of top shelf taste receptors is getting the flavour without the hangover." – Inside Brewery underneath Diamond City.
- "Oh dear, is that... Mum/sir? Sir/Mum, I'm... I'm so sorry." – If taken to Nate/Nora's corpse in Vault 111.
- When the Brotherhood of Steel arrives in the Commonwealth:
- "By jove. The Brotherhood of Steel? Do you suppose it's the military?" – When witnessing the Prydwen's arrival.
- "That airship is quite impressive. Whoever this Brotherhood is, let's hope they're friendly." – When commenting on the Brotherhood of Steel.
- Conversation with Deezer at Covenant:
–"Hello there, ol' chap. Good to see another of General Atomic's finest still eager to serve."
–"And a good day to you too, sir! Can I interest you in a refreshing glass of Deezer's Lemonade?"
–"Don't be daft, you know I can't use the stuff."
– "No discrimination here. Everyone benefits from Deezer's lemonade!"
–"[To the Sole Survivor] A pity. It appears Deezer's programming is too severe to allow for normal conversation. Ah well." - "Charles Dickens walks into a bar and orders a Martini. The bartender turns to him and asks, Olive or twist?"
- "Chemically speaking, alcohol is a solution."
- When engaging combat:
- "I have a buzz-saw with your name on it!"
- "Terrific! It's a fight, then!"
- "Head down, sir/mum! It appears someone is shooting at us."
- "Have at thee!"
- "I have a buzz-saw with your name on it!"
- "'Tis but a scratch!" – When damaged. (Most likely a reference to Monty Python and the Holy Grail)
- When using chems:
- "Need a little pick-me up?"
- "A little self medicating, sir/mum? Shouldn't a doctor be doing that?"
- "Careful not to over do it there."
- "Easy does it there. Don't want to go nodding off at an inopportune moment"
- "Steady on there."
- "Need a little pick-me up?"
- Walking around naked:
- "Wearing the bare minimum I see. Aha. But seriously, sir/mum. Put on some pants at the very least."
- "Sir/Mum, I'd be remiss were I not to inform you of your bare-cheekedness."
- "Um... sir/mum? You're bearing all to the world, and then some."
- "I dare say, you're leaving little to the imagination."
- "I know the world has ended, but certainly we ought to strive for a little common decency."
- "Wearing the bare minimum I see. Aha. But seriously, sir/mum. Put on some pants at the very least."
- Using the Cannibal perk:
- "Well, that's Commonwealth steak tartare for you."
- "Next time, might I suggest a little seasoning perhaps?"
- "Mind the bones, sir/mum. Don't want to chip a tooth."
- "Who needs utensils, right, sir/mum? Or napkins, for that matter."
- "A grown man/woman needs his/her protein I suppose."
- "Well, that's Commonwealth steak tartare for you."
- Swapping Codsworth for:
- Cait: "Ah, Miss Cait! So good of you to agree to take my place. May fortune favor the brave, my dear.", to which Cait replies: "You're beginnin' to get on me nerves, Codsey."
- Danse: "All my hopes go with you for a successful mission, Paladin Danse.", to which Danse uncomfortably replies: "Sure, Codsworth... thanks."
- Deacon: "And so it goes. Do be mindful out there, Mister Deacon.", to which Deacon replies: "Always am, Codsworth. That's one thing you can count on."
- Hancock: "It's an honor, sir, to know that the beloved mayor of Goodneighbor is taking my place.", to which Hancock replies: "Pleasure, Codsworth. Keep it real."
- MacCready: "Mr. MacCready, please take care of my master/mistress. If harm should befall him/her, I would be most disappointed.", to which MacCready will reply: "Quit worrying, Codsworth. You're going to blow a fuse or something."
- Nick Valentine: "Mister Valentine, I couldn't have picked a more worthy replacement.", to which Nick replies: "Codsworth, you flatter me. You take care of yourself."
- Piper: "Miss Wright. I trust you'll do your best to put the safety of my master/mistress before your own personal gain?", to which Piper replies: "[sigh] Of course, Codsworth... Jesus. Lucky for me, those two things go hand in hand."
- Cait: "Ah, Miss Cait! So good of you to agree to take my place. May fortune favor the brave, my dear."
- Swapping another companion for Codsworth:
- Cait: "If you'd rather travel with this bucket of bolts, fine by me. You'll know where to find me.", to which Codsworth replies: "Charmed as always, Miss Cait."
- Curie: "If it isn't Monsieur Codsworth. It is a pleasure to see you again.", to which Codsworth replies: "Doubly so for me, Miss Curie. Don't worry, I'll keep the Master/Mistress safe."
- Deacon: "Codsworth. It's time.", to which Codsworth replies: "Oh, Deacon, your witticisms, as always, are I'm sure quite droll."
- Dogmeat: "Not to worry there, pup. Your master/mistress is in good hands."
- Hancock: "Well, this certainly puts a new spin on "cleaning up the Commonwealth", don't it.", to which Codsworth replies: "We shall leave it spick and span!"
- Nick Valentine: "Don't let this one boss ya around, too much, Codsworth.", to which Codsworth replies: "There's nothing I'd like more, Mr. Valentine."
- Piper: "Hey Codsworth. You sure you're up for this?", to which Codsworth replies: "Ms. Piper, I can think of no greater honor."
- Preston Garvey: "Hey, Codsworth. Take over keeping an eye on him for me?", to which Codsworth replies: "Yes, of course, Mister Garvey!"
- Strong: "Metal man weak. When metal man smashed, come find Strong.", to which Codsworth replies: "Weak! I'll have you know I've fended off bloodbugs when necessary."
- X6-88: "If you fail in this assignment, Codsworth, I will personally make sure that you are dismantled and then melted down.", to which Codsworth replies: "You have nothing to fear, Mister X. I am well aware of my duties."
- Cait: "If you'd rather travel with this bucket of bolts, fine by me. You'll know where to find me."
Appearances
Codsworth appears in Fallout 4 and Fallout: The Board Game.
Behind the scenes
- Codsworth occassionally hums and whistles real-world tunes, such as La Marseillaise and Rule, Britannia!.
- Codsworth's name and interactions, namely the ability to tell jokes and dispense purified water, are similar to that of Wadsworth from Fallout 3.
- Codsworth will correctly say uncommon spellings of names such as Cori and Borri. Cori being the name of a villager from The Elder Scrolls: Arena and Borri being the name of one of the Greybeards from The Elder Scrolls: Skyrim.
Bugs
- Codsworth may sometimes stay in one place when dismissed to a settlement (even if outside the building boundary), and rarely move around or perform tasks except to fight hostile enemies.[verified]
- Assigning Codsworth to a settlement resource may have no effect, despite indicating that he is assigned to it in the workshop menu.[verified]
- Pre-War Codsworth's body will always reflect the Sole Survivor's living room.[verified]
- As stated in the notes section, Codsworth will become available as a companion after discovering Concord on the map. It is not necessary to complete or even start When Freedom Calls. Simply going to Concord and returning to Codsworth is enough. However, if Codsworth is sent to another settlement before the companion dialogue is complete, he will not acknowledge any attempt to speak to him until he is sent back to Sanctuary and the proper dialogue is completed. On PC, this can be cleared with the console command set MQ102SkippedCodsworth to 1. [verified]
- Codsworth will refuse to inspect/hack a terminal, despite being equipped with a hacking module at a robot workbench from the Automatron add-on.[verified]
- Until the quest Out of Time is completed, Codsworth will always return to Sanctuary upon companion dismissal because
CodsworthStayOutsidePlayerHousePackageis applied by the questDialogueCodsworthPostWaruntil bothGlobalVariable MQ102SkippedCodsworthis set to 1 and the Out of Time's stage 200 (waiting until the player character leaves the museum to stop the quest) is complete. The easiest way to resolve this without advancing or disrupting the main quest is the console command stopquest DialogueCodsworthPostWar.[verified]
Gallery
Pre-War Codsworth, holding a coffee pot
Post-War Codsworth in Sanctuary Hills
Codsworth in an endings slide
Gold plating glitch
A diagram showing the components of different robots from the P.A.M. research project within The Railroad
Concept art
Codsworth model at the June 2015 E3 Showcase
References
- ↑ The Sole Survivor: "But there's room for my entire family, right?"
Vault-Tec rep: "Of course. Of course! Minus your robot, naturally. In fact, you're already cleared for entrance. It's just a matter of verifying some information."
(Vault-Tec rep's dialogue) - ↑ Codsworth: "A bit over 210 actually, sir. Give or take a little for the Earth's rotation and some minor dings to the ole' chronometer."
(Codsworth's dialogue) - ↑ The Sole Survivor: "Codsworth, are you sure you're holding up okay?"
Codsworth: "Oh [sir/mum], it's been just horrible! Two centuries with no one to talk to, no one to serve. I spent the first ten years trying to keep the floors waxed, but nothing gets out nuclear fallout from vinyl wood. Nothing! And don't get me started about the futility of dusting a collapsed house. And the car! The car! How do you polish rust?"
(Codsworth's dialogue) - ↑ Codsworth: "What about Concord, sir? Plenty of people there. And last I checked, they only pummeled me with sticks a few times before I had to run back home."
(Codsworth's dialogue) - ↑ Codsworth: "You can't give up, [sir/mum]. What about the city? Concord is nearby, and, well, the people there have only shot at me a few times..."
(Codsworth's dialogue) - ↑ Codsworth: "Thoreau's cabin survived the bombs. I'm sure he never thought it'd take a nuclear war to bring us back to humble living."
(Codsworth's dialogue) - ↑ Codsworth: "I remember eagerly waiting at the airport with the misses on your return from your tour of duty. Forget I mentioned it. Terribly insensitive of me."
(Codsworth's dialogue) - ↑ Codsworth: "I remember eagerly waiting at the airport with sir on your return from overseas. Oh! I... forget I mentioned it, mum. Terribly insensitive of me."
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