Jed Masterson is a traveling merchant who works for the Happy Trails Caravan Company living in the Mojave Wasteland in 2281.
Background
Jed is a caravaneer who works with the Happy Trails Caravan Company and is looking to prosper by trading with the Mormons in New Canaan. In order to get past all of the treacherous terrain in Zion Canyon, he needs someone with a Pip-Boy 3000 in order to map out the area. This is where the player comes in. He and the rest of his caravan will wait at the Northern Passage.
Relationships
Jed appears to have a close relationship with Stella. When she is shot, Jed reacts in a more dramatic sense than he does with the others. When the Courier threatens Ricky and makes him leave, Jed seems glad to hear the news.
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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Quests
- Happy Trails Expedition: Jed and his team are looking for a person who can hold their own and help protect the caravan.
- Arrival at Zion: Jed leads the expedition to Zion for the Happy Trails Caravan Company. Upon reaching the Zion Valley, he and the other caravaneers are killed by a group of White Legs who ambush the group.
Effects of player action
- He recognizes you if you have completed Alice McLafferty's quests for the Crimson Caravan Company.
Other interactions
- With a Survival check of 50 the player can convince Masterson that the player can carry more raising the weight limit to 100. The weight limit increase may also be achieved through the Strong Back or Pack Rat perk.
Inventory
| Apparel | Weapon | Other items | On death |
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| Prospector outfit | 10mm pistol | - | - |
Appearances
Jed Masterson appears in the Fallout: New Vegas add-on Honest Hearts.
