Hawthorne is a freelance adventurer alleged to be well traveled around the Commonwealth in 2287, presently making a stop at the Dugout Inn in his hometown of Diamond City. He appears in Fallout 4.
Background[]
The only son of the late Julian Hawthorne and an unnamed mother, according to his grandmother and last living relative Eustace, he apparently was given a "lovely" first name,[1] but chose to simply go by his last name for his career.[2]
At some point, Hawthorne became a freelance operator and adventurer,[3] a trait he seems to have inherited from his late mother.[1][4] According to Hawthorne himself, his travels have taken him all across the Commonwealth and involved such things as exploring pre-War ruins, visiting old Vault-Tec Vaults, and facing all sorts of mutant monsters.[5] He also claims to know every settlement that has popped up on both sides of the Charles River.[6] Hawthorne is not adverse to taking on work as a hired gun, nor does he begrudge the idea of following the "noble road" of helping others out for the sake of good (so long as he is getting paid),[7] though in such cases, he typically prefers to resolve conflicts by avoiding unnecessary bloodshed.[8]
Interactions with the player character[]
Interactions overview[]
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Other interactions[]
When first spoken to in the Dugout Inn, Hawthorne will inquire about what the Sole Survivor's job is. He will tell them stories about his adventures to places like Salem and Vault 81, potentially marking those locations on the map if not already.
Inventory[]
| Apparel | Weapon | Other items |
|---|---|---|
| Road leathers Leather armor (full set) |
Pipe bolt-action pistol | Hawthorne residence key |
Notes[]
- Although Eustace is stated to be Hawthrone's grandmother and he the son of her late son Julian, the game files list her as his immediate parent.
- Ambient conversations between the inhabitants of both the Abernathy and Finch farms indicate that Lucy Abernathy has a crush on him.[9][10]
Appearances[]
Hawthorne appears only in Fallout 4.
References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Eustace Hawthorne: "Hawthorne's mother was the adventurous type, too. She gave him such a lovely first name. It's a shame he doesn't go by it."
(Eustace Hawthorne's dialogue) - ↑ Eustace Hawthorne: "My grandson calls himself Hawthorne, but it's really his last name. I'm Eustace Hawthorne, and his father was Julian Hawthorne."
(Eustace Hawthorne's dialogue) - ↑ Hawthorne: "Back for more stories? I've been just about everywhere."
(Hawthorne's dialogue) - ↑ Eustace Hawthorne: "You should meet my grandson. Oh, not that he'd ever come up here. No, Hawthorne has too much of his mother in him."
(Eustace Hawthorne's dialogue) - ↑ Hawthorne: "Anyway, I'm just kicking back and sharing stories while I'm between things. I've been all over. Seen Vaults, prewar ruins, and plenty of monsters."
(Hawthorne's dialogue) - ↑ Sole Survivor: "You first. What's your name?"
Hawthorne: "Hawthorne, and you are definitely from out of town. I know every settlement from both sides of the Charles River, and I've never seen you."
(Hawthorne's dialogue) - ↑ Hawthorne: "Hey. What's your story? Mercenary? Caravan guard?"
Sole Survivor: "I try to protect people, if that's what you mean."
Hawthorne: "Hey, I'm all for the noble road. You know, as long as I'm getting paid, and maybe if there's a beautiful brunette involved."
(Hawthorne's dialogue) - ↑ Hawthorne: "So what's the story? Mercenary work or caravan guarding?"
Sole Survivor: "Blood. Bullets. And Money. All the way."
Hawthorne: "Right? Maybe not so much the blood part if you can help it, but I hear ya."
(Hawthorne's dialogue) - ↑ Lucy Abernathy: "Daddy, when are we going back to Diamond City? I need some things. My hairbrush is falling apart, for one."
Blake Abernathy: "You just want to go make eyes at Hawthorne, you mean."
Lucy Abernathy: "Daddy! I do not!"
Blake Abernathy: "Don't you worry, little darling, we'll be heading there soon. Meanwhile, keep your mind on your work and off the boys."
(Lucy and Blake Abernathy's dialogue) - ↑ Abigail Finch: "One of these days, we need to find you a good woman, Daniel."
Daniel Finch: "Even if I had time for something like that, which I don't, who'd be interested? The women of the Commonwealth ain't exactly lining up to be farmer's wives."
Abigail Finch: "Then you need a farm girl. There's plenty out there, you know. That Abernathy girl is nice enough, even if her mother's a witch. And there's that girl at Warwick... What's her name? Joanie?"
Daniel Finch: "Janey. And she's too young for me. And Lucy Abernathy's only got eyes for Hawthorne in Diamond City."
Abigail Finch: "Well don't you worry, son. There's someone out there for you."
Daniel Finch: "You're the one who's worried. I can't think past all the weeds I got to pull."
(Abigail and Daniel Finch's dialogue)