Don Hostetler is the husband of Becky Hostetler and father of Alice Hostetler, working under Alice McLafferty at the New Vegas branch of the Crimson Caravan Company in the Mojave Wasteland in 2281. He appears in Fallout: New Vegas.
Background[]
In order to provide a modicum of comfort for his family, Don got a job as an accounts manager for the Crimson Caravan, working under Alice McLafferty for the New Vegas branch's main office near Freeside.[Non-game 1] Although he works long hours away from his house and home, the caps paid by the CCC ensures he and his family can sustain themselves.[2] He also expresses concern for his daughter,[3] who has started to hang around a tough crowd with Andy Scabb from North Vegas Square, but only believes it is because Alice is not adjusting well to their current living circumstances.[4]
Despite his wife's belief in him as a hard worker and family man, in secret Don is far from squeaky clean: he has been carrying out an affair with his secretary, Angie Beckers and covers for it with his long work hours.[1] Also, his significant paycheck is partially because he makes money on the side as a middleman handling and selling chems for the Great Khans to customers around Outer Vegas.[5]
Interactions with the player character[]
Interactions overview[]
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Quests[]
Aba Daba Honeymoon: After taking over for the injured Anders, the Courier is sent by Diane to deliver drug shipments for the Great Khans, including paying a visit to Don with a mildly suspicious package.
Effects of player's actions[]
- If the Courier kills his wife and/or daughter (either independently or as part of Someone to Watch Over Me), he will not talk to them and say "I should kill you right here, for what you've done" when interacted with. This will make it impossible to talk to him for Aba Daba Honeymoon if not done beforehand.
- A potential workaround is to approach him when he is sleeping and punch him. He will wake up and say "Hey what was that for?" then a chat option should appear.
Other interactions[]
- He will refuse to oblige any questions about work, telling the player character to go away and speak to Alice McLafferty.
- Don Hostetler can be asked his name twice, resulting in him getting irritated at being asked the same question again.
Inventory[]
| Apparel | Weapon | Other items |
|---|---|---|
| Grimy pre-War businesswear Pre-War hat |
Notes[]
- At night, Don will leave the CCC compound to travel to his home down the road.
- On rare occasions, Don may be killed during his commute between work and home, as his neighborhood is considered part of the wasteland, and Fiends may randomly spawn in the area around it (especially during the night). This only occurs if the Courier is in the same active map cell as Don while he is traveling between locations.
- According to G.E.C.K., Don's eyebrow texture is actually one of the versions associated with female NPCs.
Appearances[]
Don Hostetler appears only in Fallout: New Vegas.
References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Crimson Caravan Company terminal entries; Terminal, Memorandum 06/03/80
- ↑ Becky Hostetler: "Yes, he's an account manager for the Crimson Caravan Company. He works such long hours to provide for our daughter and me."
(Becky Hostetler's dialogue) - ↑ Don Hostetler: "I owe you an apology, stranger. We almost lost her forever, and I'm glad that things didn't turn out for the worse."
(Don Hostetler's dialogue) - ↑ The Courier: "Alice's "friends" plan to use her to steal your Crimson Caravan earnings."
Don Hostetler: "Nonsense! Alice's a good girl. She may be going through a hard time, but... What the hell? It's none of your business. Don't bother me with this any longer."
(Don Hostetler's dialogue) - ↑ Diane: "We've got an associate in the Crimson Caravan Trading Company who distributes for us in Outer Vegas. He's been after us for a new shipment."
The Courier: "Sure, I'll do it."
Diane: "Great. Here's the package - your contact is Don Hostetler at the Crimson Caravan. Come back and see me when you're done."
(Diane's dialogue)
Non-game
- ↑ Fallout: New Vegas Official Game Guide Collector's Edition p. 306: "Crimson Caravan Company - Main office"
"Alice McLafferty runs the New Vegas operations from here with a stern countenance. She can be hit up for work, or more information about the history of this company. Also in the office is Don Hostetler, but he doesn’t have much to say (unless you have a Chem delivery from Jack and Diane). You can take your life in your hands (and your Infamy levels to new heights) by killing Alice for some Caps."
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