Initiate Pek is an initiate in the Brotherhood of Steel in Fallout 3.
Background[]
Initiate Pek is young, inexperienced, and very headstrong.[Non-game 1] He recently took part in a long-range recon mission to Falls Church alongside Paladin Hoss, Knight Church, and an unnamed paladin, which was also meant to double as a training exercise for the young initiate to gain experience. Although the group believed that the district would be clear, as long-range recon is typically performed in areas that have already been secured, they were instead set upon and attacked by a group of super mutants.[1][2] Church was killed in the initial strike, and Pek's weapon jammed on the first shot, leading to him being cut off from the others and forcing him to retreat into an office building.[2][Non-game 2][3][1] Although Pek is inexperienced, Hoss believes that he has had enough training to know that the best course of action is to hold fast and wait for reinforcements. However, as Pek is only an initiate, Hoss knows that he will not be able to last long against the super mutants that followed him into the building, and is awaiting the opportunity to stage a rescue operation.[4]
By the time the Lone Wanderer arrives in Falls Church, Hoss and the other paladin are continuing to fight the super mutants outside, while Pek is still trapped in the office building. The Lone Wanderer can offer to help Hoss rescue the young initiate, whereupon they are sent alone into the building to retrieve him while the others guard the outside. Upon meeting them, Pek is glad that someone has been sent to rescue him, as he was confident that Hoss would not leave him behind.[3] If the Lone Wanderer is sufficiently experienced in either firearms or general repairs, they can unjam his weapon for him, and he is surprised by how easy it was to fix the issue.[5][6][7] Alternatively, they can give him one of their own weapons, tell him that they are unable to unjam his, or simply tell him not to worry about having a weapon.[8][9][10] He does not take kindly to jokes or mockery, as the situation has put his life at stake.[11][12] If they manage to successfully rescue and reunite him with Hoss and the other paladin, he will be extremely grateful towards the Lone Wanderer for saving their life.[13][14]
Relationships[]
Pek has a strong relationship with Paladin Hoss, as he was confident that Hoss would not leave him behind after they were separated.[3] Likewise, Hoss genuinely cares about Pek's wellbeing, and would be very distressed if something were to happen to the young initiate.[15][16] Pek is also very much in love with Sentinel Sarah Lyons, but, although she secretly finds him amusing, she is annoyed by his behavior on a professional level and requested that he be sent to operate in a different area of the city.[Non-game 1]
Interactions with the player character[]
Interactions overview[]
| Interactions | ||
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This character is a temporary companion. | |
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This character is involved in quests. | |
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This character can be enslaved with the Mesmetron. | |
Quests[]
- The Lost Initiate: The Lone Wanderer must free Pek from the office building where he is trapped.
Effects of player's actions[]
- Hoss and Pek will follow the Lone Wanderer around Falls Church (and even to other places) if one does not accept caps as a reward. If Hoss is killed, Pek will spawn dead in the closet, with the door locked (Very Hard).
Inventory[]
| Apparel | Weapon | Other items | On death |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combat armor | 10mm pistol |
Notes[]
- As a fighting companion, Pek's courage can be very unpredictable and, at times, will flee rather than fight.
- He will not turn hostile when hit with the Mesmetron.
- With a high enough Small Guns or Repair skill, one can unjam his gun.[5][6][7]
Notable quotes[]
- "You can mock me all you want, I don't care. Just get me out of here."
- "Oh, thank God. Paladin Hoss sent you, didn't he? I knew he wouldn't leave me behind. When they attacked, we were cut off so quickly. My gun jammed and I never even got a shot off. I couldn't do anything but hide."
- "Wow... that's... that's easy. Now at least I can shoot back at those mutant bastards. Are you ready?"
Appearances[]
Initiate Pek appears only in Fallout 3.
Bugs[]
- Pek may become stuck after agreeing to leave and instead, continue to cower and run back to the closet when moved. This can be solved by leaving the building, then using prid to select him and moveto player to teleport him out. Once outside, he will return to normal and thank the player character. [verified]
- It is possible to complete this quest successfully, only to have Pek respawn inside the office if one returns at a later time. He may begin following the player character all over again, or simply cower and be grateful. [verified]
- Pek sometimes turns out to be dead in the building before entering it. Hoss may be missing, and will not pay the player character their caps if found. [verified]
- Initiate Pek may occasionally randomly appear after waiting or sleeping, only to then run off to Falls Church, no matter how far the distance. This may have been fixed after patches. [verified]
- Pek may spawn randomly on the spaceship in Mothership Zeta, and follow the player character. This goes for Hoss as well. [verified]
References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 The Lone Wanderer: "What sort of exercise were you doing out here?"
Paladin Hoss: "Long range recon. We typically do them in areas that have already been swept and are thought to be clear. Knight Church fell in the initial strike, the Initiate was cut off, and we were forced to retreat."
(Paladin Hoss' dialogue) - ↑ 2.0 2.1 The Lone Wanderer: "What's happening here?"
Paladin Hoss: "We were performing a training exercise with one of the Initiates when we were cut off by the Super Mutants. We saw him flee into a building up ahead during the attack, but before we could link up with him, we were pushed back. Now that we've cleared this area, we can press forward and attempt to recover the initiate. I only pray that he is unharmed."
(Paladin Hoss' dialogue) - ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 The Lone Wanderer: "Calm down. I'm here to help."
Initiate Pek: "Oh, thank God. Paladin Hoss sent you, didn't he? I knew he wouldn't leave me behind. When they attacked, we were cut off so quickly. My gun jammed and I never even got a shot off. I couldn't do anything but hide."
(Initiate Pek's dialogue) - ↑ The Lone Wanderer: "Is the initiate still alive?"
Paladin Hoss: "He's had enough training that he should know that when facing overwhelming odds, a Brother's best recourse is to wait for reinforcements. I suspect that he is making a stand inside of that building, but an Initiate won't be able to stand for long against those Mutants."
(Paladin Hoss' dialogue) - ↑ 5.0 5.1 The Lone Wanderer: "Your gun is jammed? Can I take a look at it?"
Initiate Pek: "Sure, I guess. Can you fix it?"
(Initiate Pek's dialogue) - ↑ 6.0 6.1 The Lone Wanderer: "[Small Guns] Sure can. Here, just pull this back to clear the chamber."
Initiate Pek: "Wow... that's... that's easy. Now at least I can shoot back at those mutant bastards. Are you ready?"
(Initiate Pek's dialogue) - ↑ 7.0 7.1 The Lone Wanderer: "[Repair] Sure can. Here, just pull this back to clear the chamber."
Initiate Pek: "Wow... that's... that's easy. Now at least I can shoot back at those mutant bastards. Are you ready?"
(Initiate Pek's dialogue) - ↑ The Lone Wanderer: "Yeah, it's jammed good. I can't help you."
Initiate Pek: "Damn! Look, I'll just keep my head down and follow you. You do your best to cover me."
(Initiate Pek's dialogue) - ↑ The Lone Wanderer: "Don't worry about that gun. Take one of mine."
Initiate Pek: "Okay... if you say so. Let's just hurry."
(Initiate Pek's dialogue) - ↑ The Lone Wanderer: "Don't worry about it. Just keep your head down and let's get out of here."
Initiate Pek: "Okay, just be sure to cover me. With my gun jammed, I'm pretty useless in a fight."
(Initiate Pek's dialogue) - ↑ The Lone Wanderer: "No, I just wanted to look at it."
Initiate Pek: "This is no time for games! This is my life we're talking about here! Look, are you ready to go? Let's just get out of here."
(Initiate Pek's dialogue) - ↑ The Lone Wanderer: "So, you're a representative of the mighty Brotherhood? Please."
Initiate Pek: "You can mock me all you want, I don't care. Just get me out of here."
(Initiate Pek's dialogue) - ↑ Initiate Pek: "You've saved my life. I am in your debt."
(Initiate Pek's dialogue) - ↑ Initiate Pek: "I am forever in your debt. Thank you."
(Initiate Pek's dialogue) - ↑ Paladin Hoss: "He's gone... damn. It just all happened so fast. Poor kid."
(Paladin Hoss' dialogue) - ↑ Paladin Hoss: "We just weren't fast enough to save him. Damn."
(Paladin Hoss' dialogue)
Non-game
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Fallout 3 Official Game Guide Game of the Year Edition p.77
"Initiate Pek:
Pek is young (16), gung-ho, and inexperienced. He's totally in love with Sarah Lyons (who finds him secretly amusing but is professionally annoyed with his behavior, and has requested that he patrol a different part of the Metro Area). He is always the one charging into danger first, celebrating victory prematurely, and possibly getting blown away by foes he never saw coming." - ↑ Fallout 3 Official Game Guide Game of the Year Edition p.89
"Paladin Hoss:
Hoss hates chaperoning wayward cadets almost as much as latrine-cleaning duties, and his fears have recently been proven right, as Initiate Pek disappeared on a long-range recon sweep of the Falls Church zone. He's happy for any help."