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* While receiving the first [[To the Mattresses]] mission following [[The Nuclear Option]], the dialogue option to let the Sole Survivor tell her that they, too, miss [[Glory]] will be available even if the main story was finished with the Minutemen and Glory is still very much alive, possibly even standing right next to her at that moment. While not exactly logically sound, it is still useful for gaining a large approval boost for several companions including [[Deacon]] and [[Curie]]. |
* While receiving the first [[To the Mattresses]] mission following [[The Nuclear Option]], the dialogue option to let the Sole Survivor tell her that they, too, miss [[Glory]] will be available even if the main story was finished with the Minutemen and Glory is still very much alive, possibly even standing right next to her at that moment. While not exactly logically sound, it is still useful for gaining a large approval boost for several companions including [[Deacon]] and [[Curie]]. |
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| − | * Upon dying, her final words will be, "Sam... I'm coming home..." |
+ | * Upon dying, her final words will be, "Sam... I'm coming home..." So far, nobody knows who Sam is. |
* Due to the Railroad's consistent use of code names, it may be debatable whether or not "Desdemona" is either her real name or an alias. There is no evidence in the game to support or refute this matter. Deacon is familiar with William Shakespeare. The name of one principal character in his play ''Othello'' is, in fact, Desdemona, giving some weight to the idea that it is a code name for the Railroad's leader. Shakespeare's Desdemona is killed in ''Othello'' by a chain of events resulting in deception and miscommunication. This may have been an intentional reference by the developers, given the Railroad's subtle nature, and how Desdemona can be betrayed by the Sole Survivor in a similar fashion. |
* Due to the Railroad's consistent use of code names, it may be debatable whether or not "Desdemona" is either her real name or an alias. There is no evidence in the game to support or refute this matter. Deacon is familiar with William Shakespeare. The name of one principal character in his play ''Othello'' is, in fact, Desdemona, giving some weight to the idea that it is a code name for the Railroad's leader. Shakespeare's Desdemona is killed in ''Othello'' by a chain of events resulting in deception and miscommunication. This may have been an intentional reference by the developers, given the Railroad's subtle nature, and how Desdemona can be betrayed by the Sole Survivor in a similar fashion. |
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*When failing the Railroad questline and destroying the Institute with the Minutemen, Desdemona may not offer dialogue outside of quests, instead remaining completely silent. |
*When failing the Railroad questline and destroying the Institute with the Minutemen, Desdemona may not offer dialogue outside of quests, instead remaining completely silent. |
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Revision as of 14:05, 11 January 2016
“This isn't the Railroad's darkest hour. We will make it through.”
Desdemona is the leader of the Railroad faction in The Commonwealth in Fallout 4.
Background
Desdemona's cautious nature and professional demeanor make getting to know her difficult. These personality traits also leave her history enigmatic. At some point in her life, she knew someone called Sam, who was most likely dear to her - and most likely deceased, since her last words are of Sam and that she is "coming home" to them.
Interactions with the player character
Interactions overview
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This character is essential. Essential characters cannot be killed. | |
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This character is a permanent companion. They grant the - perk. | |
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This character is a temporary companion. | |
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This character starts quests. |
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This character is involved in quests. | |
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This character is a doctor. |
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This character is a merchant. |  -Sells: - |
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This character can repair items. | Max Repair condition: - |
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This character can modify weapons. |
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This character rents beds. | -.
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Other interactions
- The Sole Survivor must seek her aid after dealing with the Courser, and getting his chip; as she and her people are the only ones who can decode it.
- If the player does not speak to Desdemona prior to entering The Institute and accepting a mission, she shuns the player character and the Railroad questline ends.
- If one is a Railroad agent but is Banished from the Institute then this also ends the Railroad questline as the player remaining undercover was vital to the plan. Desdemona encourages the player to stop the Institute with the Commonwealth Minutemen as she sees it as the best remaining option for protecting the synths.
Inventory
| Apparel | Weapon | Other items | On death |
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Notes
- While receiving the first To the Mattresses mission following The Nuclear Option, the dialogue option to let the Sole Survivor tell her that they, too, miss Glory will be available even if the main story was finished with the Minutemen and Glory is still very much alive, possibly even standing right next to her at that moment. While not exactly logically sound, it is still useful for gaining a large approval boost for several companions including Deacon and Curie.
- Upon dying, her final words will be, "Sam... I'm coming home..." So far, nobody knows who Sam is.
- Due to the Railroad's consistent use of code names, it may be debatable whether or not "Desdemona" is either her real name or an alias. There is no evidence in the game to support or refute this matter. Deacon is familiar with William Shakespeare. The name of one principal character in his play Othello is, in fact, Desdemona, giving some weight to the idea that it is a code name for the Railroad's leader. Shakespeare's Desdemona is killed in Othello by a chain of events resulting in deception and miscommunication. This may have been an intentional reference by the developers, given the Railroad's subtle nature, and how Desdemona can be betrayed by the Sole Survivor in a similar fashion.
- When failing the Railroad questline and destroying the Institute with the Minutemen, Desdemona may not offer dialogue outside of quests, instead remaining completely silent.
Appearances
Desdemona appears only in Fallout 4.
Bugs
After completing the main quest line with the support of the Commonwealth Minutemen, if you are on good terms with The Railroad and you return to their hideout, Desdemona will speak of Glory as if she had died even though you'll see Glory walking about. If you try to interact with Glory she will stay silent and not say any dialogue.[verification overdue]- In her speech to Railroad HQ informing them of the Sole Survivor's successful infiltration of The Institute, she may incorrectly refer to him or her as "Wanderer" even if he or she chose a different code name when joining the Railroad.[verification overdue]
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