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Protectrons are a type of robot encountered in Appalachia in Fallout 76.
Contents
- 1 Background
- 2 Characteristics
- 3 Variants
- 3.1 Arktos Pharma Protectron
- 3.2 Beckley Protectron
- 3.3 Bellhop
- 3.4 Blood Eagle Protectron
- 3.5 Brotherhood recruiter
- 3.6 Camden Park security
- 3.7 Campus security Protectron
- 3.8 Chief guidance officer
- 3.9 Chief propulsion officer
- 3.10 Chief targeting officer
- 3.11 Chief telemetry officer
- 3.12 Communist sympathizer
- 3.13 Confederate soldier
- 3.14 Eta Psi Protectron
- 3.15 General's Steak House Protectron
- 3.16 Gilman lumberjack
- 3.17 Hornwright butler
- 3.18 Hornwright medic
- 3.19 Launch control chief
- 3.20 Master chef Protectron
- 3.21 Operations director
- 3.22 Penitentiary guard
- 3.23 Police Protectron
- 3.24 Protectron
- 3.25 Protectron Auto Miner
- 3.26 Protectron butler
- 3.27 Protectron chef
- 3.28 Protectron Maitre D'
- 3.29 Protectron strikebreaker
- 3.30 Protectron watcher
- 3.31 Protectron Watoga government worker
- 3.32 Red Rocket Protectron
- 3.33 Responder Protectron
- 3.34 Union soldier
- 3.35 Wavy Willard bot
- 3.36 Whitespring bellman
- 3.37 Whitespring butler
- 3.38 Whitespring chef
- 3.39 Whitespring construction Protectron
- 3.40 Whitespring docent
- 3.41 Whitespring doorman
- 3.42 Whitespring fire service Protectron
- 3.43 Whitespring medical Protectron
- 3.44 Whitespring Protectron
- 3.45 Whitespring security chief
- 3.46 Whitespring security Protectron
- 4 Locations
- 5 Notable Protectrons
- 6 Appearances
- 7 Behind the scenes
- 8 References
Background[edit | edit source]
One of the most widespread and popular models in RobCo Industries' catalogue. The Protectron was designed as an inexpensive work drone, capable of performing a wide variety of tasks from construction, through security, to office duties.[1] Produced from at least 2063, it's a compact, bipedal work drone with a pair of manipulators and integrated lasers for self-defense.[2] The large dome contains the primary optic sensors (usually three) and the central processing unit that contains the robot's synthetic personality. For ease of maintenance, the Protectron is typically powered by a fission battery.[3][4] As it was not intended for combat, at least not as a direct combatant, the Protectron only has a thin alloyed shell meant to protect its internal components from the environment and damage that could be sustained in the course of its duties. However, the internal temperature of certain Protectrons can reach up to 1000 degrees for cooking foods, giving them extreme internal heat resistance.[5] The head assembly is typically shielded by a semi-transparent or opaque dome from reinforced glass. Although various hardware modifications were introduced before the war to enhance its effectiveness.[6][7]
Numerous variants of the Protectron were available on the market, due to its reliability and flexibility. Apart from the standard body, RobCo also offered construction drones with a shielded, reinforced head, emergency light, and internal power tools like nailguns.[8] Firefighter models with an internal cryo gun for fire suppression and additional protection from fire and debris.[9] Medic units with built-in defibrillators and[10] reinforced police models with tasers, stronger servomotors, and armored heads.[11] Even factory models could be customized with a variety of software and synthetic personalities to enhance its performance. This ability to customize made it a popular choice for both the private and public sectors.[12] These included the R04 V9 "Office Helper" personality[13] with integrated office protocols and scheduling software,[14] RS3 V4.1.6 "Utility Helper"[15] with remote maintenance routine download capability[16] and pest extermination programs,[17] and the RX2 V1.16.4 "Vault Helper",[18] with all the necessary Vault protocols.[19] Protectrons usually came with a special pod, for storage, maintenance, and recharging,[20] and the Standard Protectron Control Interface v2.40 installed on terminals connected to the pod and responsible for controlling Protectrons slaved to it.[21]
The introduction of the Protectron harmfully affected the situation of workers in the United States. The efficiency and reliability of the Protectron made it a fantastic, tireless laborer[22] easily displacing blue-collar workers, even in industries not affected by the ongoing war. Although companies would deny that the introduction of robotic workers was meant to replace human workers,[23] the reality was that any company where Protectrons or other robots were introduced would soon see mass layoffs.[24] In one particular instance, a Pittsburgh steel mill decided to lay off all of its workers[25] citing budget cuts and the need to shut the plant down. When the workers started an occupation strike,[26] the company simply allowed the new Protectron fleet to enter the facility and gun down the striking workers down to the last man.[27][28]
Characteristics[edit | edit source]
Protectrons advance slowly towards enemies, utilizing long range weapons. Normal Protectron hand lasers deal little energy damage, but if equipped with railway rifles that they use as nailguns, such as the utility Protectrons in the Appalachian Automated Launch System missile silo reactor chambers, the damage can be staggering, if not fatal. Protectrons can also have their regular energy weapons replaced with melee weapons based on their profession, or even have the energy weapons modified to act as flamethrowers or tasers.
When within melee range of their target, Protectrons will simply swing their arms, dealing physical damage. Protectrons equipped with Robobrain treads instead of normal legs will also be able to ram an enemy by charging at them for heavy damage.
If their arms are destroyed, Protectrons are rendered unable to use their melee or ranged weaponry. They will attempt a final suicide attack with setting their internal power cores to go critical, with the explosion equal to that of a mini nuke. Once dismantled, Protectrons can be looted for aluminum, steel, or lead scrap, along with fusion cells for energy weapons.
Variants[edit | edit source]
Arktos Pharma Protectron[edit | edit source]

A Protectron in the Arktos Pharma Biome Lab, introduced in the Wild Appalachia update.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Arktos Pharma Protectron 0015E058 |
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Beckley Protectron[edit | edit source]

This modified construction Protectron from Beckley is seen only in the Conflicted Robot random encounter exclusive to the Ash Heap. It shouts slogans relating to anti-automation causes, despite its nature as a robot.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Beckley Protectron 0059CAFA |
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Bellhop[edit | edit source]

A Protectron found at the Pleasant Valley Ski Resort. As of 2103, this Protectron acts as a sort of vendor exchanging Pleasant Valley claim tickets for random rewards.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Bellhop 004E601C MTNL01_ProtectronBellhop |
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Blood Eagle Protectron[edit | edit source]

Protectrons that have been reprogrammed by the Blood Eagles, encountered in the Watoga Underground.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Blood Eagle Protectron 0015E058 |
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Brotherhood recruiter[edit | edit source]
A Protectron variant encountered in the unused random encounter BoS Mother and Son.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Brotherhood recruiter 005CBEBC |
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Camden Park security[edit | edit source]

A special Protectron found guarding the staff area of Camden Park. It is still operational even though its head has been mostly destroyed.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Camden Park security 00320E76 MTR04_EmployeeSecurityBot |
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Campus security Protectron[edit | edit source]

A Protectron variant encountered at Vault-Tec University.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Campus security Protectron 0015E058 |
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Chief guidance officer[edit | edit source]
A red Protectron encountered in a missile silo. It is one of the section chiefs required to launch a nuke.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Chief guidance officer 003E483E MSilo_Control_Crew_ChiefGuidanceOfficer |
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Chief propulsion officer[edit | edit source]
A red Protectron encountered in a missile silo. It is one of the section chiefs required to launch a nuke.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Chief propulsion officer 003E483F MSilo_Control_Crew_ChiefPropulsionOfficer |
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Chief targeting officer[edit | edit source]
A red Protectron encountered in a missile silo. It is one of the section chiefs required to launch a nuke.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Chief targeting officer 003E4840 MSilo_Control_Crew_ChiefTargetingOfficer |
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Chief telemetry officer[edit | edit source]
A red Protectron encountered in a missile silo. It is one of the section chiefs required to launch a nuke.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Chief telemetry officer 003E483D MSilo_Control_Crew_ChiefTelemetryOfficer |
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Communist sympathizer[edit | edit source]

A Chinese red painted variant only found at Camp McClintock during the quest Live Fire Training Exercise.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Communist sympathizer 0015E058 |
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Confederate soldier[edit | edit source]
Prickett's Fort, during The Battle that Never Was (Versus).
Only encountered atName (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Confederate soldier 0034A4B4 |
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Eta Psi Protectron[edit | edit source]

A Protectron encountered in the basement of the Eta Psi House, introduced in the Wild Appalachia update.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Eta Psi Protectron 0015E058 |
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General's Steak House Protectron[edit | edit source]

Unique Protectron, met during the Free Samples - General's Steak House random encounter. It has an internal temperature of 1000 degrees, allegedly "the perfect temperature for broiling steaks."[29]
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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General's Steak House Protectron 0050CD07 |
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Gilman lumberjack[edit | edit source]

A Protectron encountered at Gilman lumber mill whose primary directive is to cut down trees. It may dispense wood when the player character interacts with it. It has been programmed to fear losing its job to "cheap human labor."[30]
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Gilman lumberjack 0018152E |
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Hornwright butler[edit | edit source]

A Protectron variant encountered at the Hornwright Estate
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Hornwright butler 0015E058 |
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Hornwright medic[edit | edit source]

A Protectron variant encountered at the Hornwright Estate
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Hornwright medic 0015E058 |
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Launch control chief[edit | edit source]
A red Protectron encountered in a missile silo. It is one of the section chiefs required to launch a nuke.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Launch control chief 003E4834 MSilo_Control_Crew_LaunchControlChief |
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Master chef Protectron[edit | edit source]

A Protectron variant encountered at Vault-Tec University, responsible for the Home Economics course at VTU.[31]
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Master chef Protectron 005A096E |
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Operations director[edit | edit source]
A Protectron variant found inside Site Alpha, Site Bravo and Site Charlie.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Operations director 004EB1B0 |
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Penitentiary guard[edit | edit source]

These are special police protections programmed to work as prison guards at Eastern Regional Penitentiary, during Patrol Duty. Two can be found in cell block B.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Penitentiary guard 003CC00F |
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Police Protectron[edit | edit source]
Protectron encountered outside Morgantown.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Police Protectron 001E61E4 |
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Protectron[edit | edit source]
The most basic Protectron variant.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Protectron 00106B09 |
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Protectron (Flatwoods lookout) ???????? |
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Protectron Auto Miner[edit | edit source]
Protectron butler[edit | edit source]

A type of Protectron encountered inside the Whitespring bunker.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Protectron butler 00332769 |
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Protectron chef[edit | edit source]

A type of Protectron encountered inside the Whitespring bunker.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Protectron chef 00332849 |
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Protectron Maitre D'[edit | edit source]

A type of Protectron encountered inside the Whitespring bunker.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Protectron Maitre D' 00332849 |
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Protectron strikebreaker[edit | edit source]

A red-painted variant found in the Ash Heap assigned to deal with striking workers rebelling against having their jobs taken over by automatons. Found in Beckley and at Relay tower HG-B7-09.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Protectron strikebreaker 003A2935 |
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Protectron watcher[edit | edit source]
A Protectron with treads, allowing Protectron watchers to move quicker than regular Protectron models.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Protectron watcher 00121D4F |
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Protectron Watoga government worker[edit | edit source]


A hostile Protectron, marked with a Watoga emblem or painted to wear a suit, located in Watoga. They become non-hostile upon completion of Mayor for a Day.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Protectron Watoga government worker ???????? |
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Red Rocket Protectron[edit | edit source]

A friendly red and white Protectron found at the Red Rocket Mega Stop during Waste Not. It can also be one of the random Protectrons found during the Rusted Protectron random encounter.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Red Rocket Protectron 00124537 |
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Responder Protectron[edit | edit source]

Medic variant
Responders Protectrons, a broken Protectron found east of the Moonshiner's shack, two medic Protectrons at Gilman lumber mill and three at the Green Country Lodge. A fireman variant is found at Morgantown Airport and one north of the Crevasse Dam. Another "basic" variant is also located near Morgantown Airport. They can be painted with the Responders emblem and/or their colors.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Responder Protectron ???????? |
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Union soldier[edit | edit source]
Only encountered at Prickett's Fort, during the Battle that Never Was (Versus).
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Union soldier 0034A4A6 |
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Wavy Willard bot[edit | edit source]
Unique Protectron, met during the Free Samples - Wavy Willards random encounter.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Wavy Willard bot 0050CD08 |
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Whitespring bellman[edit | edit source]

A special Protectron found manning one of the reception desks at the Whitespring Resort. Its chassis has been decorated with a tuxedo design and a mustache. Despite being a bellman, it is prohibited from assisting with carrying guests' luggage due to union regulations.[32]
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Whitespring bellman 003A2935 LC060_WhitespringNPC_Bellman |
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Whitespring butler[edit | edit source]

A special Protectron found roaming the hallways of the Whitespring Resort. Its chassis has been decorated with a tuxedo design and it is programmed to cater to all of a resort guest's needs.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Whitespring butler 001FC690 |
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Whitespring chef[edit | edit source]
A chef Protectron found in the Whitespring Resort.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Whitespring chef 0018152E |
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Whitespring construction Protectron[edit | edit source]

These Protectrons can be found anywhere around the Whitespring Resort. They look like a regular utility Protectron and behave the same. They have Whitespring exclusive dialogue.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Whitespring construction Protectron ???????? |
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Whitespring docent[edit | edit source]

Broken Protectron found at the Whitespring Resort, in the Presidential Cottage.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Whitespring docent ???????? |
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Whitespring doorman[edit | edit source]

Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Whitespring doorman ???????? LC060_WhitespringNPC_Doorman |
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Whitespring fire service Protectron[edit | edit source]
A type of protectron only encountered by name at the Whitespring resort. It shares the same skin with Protectrons at the Charleston Fire Department.

Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Whitespring fire service Protectron ???????? |
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Whitespring medical Protectron[edit | edit source]
A type of Protectron only encountered within the Whitespring Resort.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Whitespring medical Protectron ???????? |
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Whitespring Protectron[edit | edit source]

The average Protectron found roaming the halls of the Whitespring Resort.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Whitespring Protectron ???????? |
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Whitespring security chief[edit | edit source]

A type of Protectron only encountered within the Whitespring Resort.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Whitespring security chief ???????? LC060_WhitespringNPC_SecurityChief |
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Whitespring security Protectron[edit | edit source]

A Protectron with a police emblem on the front. Found within the Whitespring Resort.
Name (Form ID) | Abilities | Items | |
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Whitespring security Protectron ???????? |
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Locations[edit | edit source]
Notable Protectrons[edit | edit source]
- Antoine
- Auto-Miner #D3-B (Deb)
- Auto-Miner DU-K3 (Duke)
- Auto-Miner #H4N-K (Hank)
- Auto-Miner J-0ULE (Jewel)
- Auto-Miner #J03-L (Joel)
- Auto-Miner L4R-E (Larry)
- Bernie
- Blackwater Auto-Foreman
- Boomer
- Brotherhood vendor
- Cap'n
- Census taker
- Cheerful Beekeeper
- Convivial Historian
- Doc Stanley
- Free States vendor
- Gleeful Butcher
- Happy Candlemaker
- Insult Bot
- Jolly Baker
- Joyous Musician
- Jubilant Decorator
- Merry Woodsman
- Mr. Fluffy
- Pendleton
- Professor-bot
- Raiders vendor
- Responders vendor
- Robert
- Shopping mall vendor
- Steelheart
- Sunny (General Goods)
- Sunny (Killing Supplies)
- Sunny (Kitchen)
- Supervisor Chattingham
- Supervisor Danforth
- Supervisor Wellington
- Tannin
- Tweed
- Vendor bot Bob
- Vendor bot Chad
- Vendor bot Greg
- Vendor bot Mack
- Vendor bot Phoenix
- Vendor bot Raider
- Vendor bot Resin
- Vendor bot Responder
- Vendor bot Responder (RE)
- Vendor bot Wallace
- Watoga vendor bot
- The Whitespring Station vendor
Collectrons[edit | edit source]
Appearances[edit | edit source]
Protectrons appear in Fallout 76.
Behind the scenes[edit | edit source]
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Protectrons are modeled after Robby the Robot from the 1956 sci-fi movie, Forbidden Planet.
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References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ Fallout 4 loading screens: "The RobCo Protectron was constructed for a multitude of civil service applications, from security to firefighting."
- ↑ The Wastelad video game was first published in 2063 and features malfunctioning Protectrons as enemies
- ↑ The Courier: "The display case is empty. The gun's missing."
Primm Slim: "Have you gone loco, pardner? I can see the gun with my own three photo sensors from where I'm standing right now. [You hear strange sounds coming from Primm Slim. He may be trying to read a corrupted file, but it would take more science knowledge to be sure.]"
(Primm Slim's dialogue) - ↑ The Lone Wanderer: "Any clue where I can find a Fission Battery?"
Butcher: "When we passed the maintenance room, I spied a deactivated Protectron inside. Just wrench open its access panel, and you'll find it."
(Butcher's dialogue) - ↑ General's Steak House Protectron's dialogue: "My internal temperature is 1000 degrees. The perfect temperature for broiling steaks."
- ↑ Protectron appearance across the series.
- ↑ Fallout: New Vegas loading screens: "The sturdy Protectron model of robot was created before the great war, and served as a security automaton in both the private and business sectors."
- ↑ Fallout 4 loading screens: "The construction model of Protectron was built to take damage. Some versions also come equipped with an internal nail gun, which they can utilize in combat."
- ↑ Fallout 4 loading screens: "The firefighter model of Protectron is equipped with an internal cryo gun it can utilize in any combat situation."
- ↑ Fallout 4 loading screens: "The medic model of Protectron was designed to use its hands as a defibrillator. In combat, it utilizes this ability as a painful shock attack."
- ↑ Fallout 4 loading screens: "In combat, the police model of Protectron relies on strong melee attacks and a painful electric shock."
- ↑ Fallout: New Vegas loading screens: "The sturdy Protectron model of robot was created before the great war, and served as a security automaton in both the private and business sectors."
- ↑ Protectron: "Loading Personality: RobCo R04 V9 "Office Helper"..."
(Protectron's dialogue (Fallout 3)) Note: OfficeRobotTalk - ↑ Protectron: "Running default office protocol...ERROR. Loading daily agenda...ERROR." et al"
(Protectron's dialogue (Fallout 3)) Note: OfficeRobotTalk - ↑ Protectron: "Loading Personality: RobCo RS3 V4.1.6 "Utility Helper"..."
(Protectron's dialogue (Fallout 3)) Note: UtilityRobotTalk - ↑ Protectron: "Receiving Sewer Maintenance Routine. Please Hold. Link Terminated."
(Protectron's dialogue (Fallout 3)) Note: UtilityRobotTalk - ↑ Protectron: "Critter of unusual size detected. Running Program: Extermination."
(Protectron's dialogue (Fallout 3)) Note: UtilityRobotTalk - ↑ Protectron: "Loading Personality: RobCo RX2 V1.16.4 "Vault Helper"..."
(Protectron's dialogue (Fallout 3)) Note: VaultRobotTalk - ↑ Protectron: "Remote start activated, loading Vault protocols. Please hold."
(Protectron's dialogue (Fallout 3)) Note: VaultRobotTalk - ↑ Protectron pod appearance and placement context.
- ↑ Protectron terminal
- ↑ Supply plant terminal entries; terminal, Private Entry #2
- ↑ Supply plant terminal entries; terminal, Regarding New Protectrons
- ↑ Supply plant terminal entries; terminal, Private Entry #1
- ↑ Supply plant terminal entries; terminal, Private Entry #3
- ↑ Supply plant terminal entries; terminal, Private Entry #4
- ↑ Supply plant terminal entries; terminal, Private Entry #5
- ↑ Supply plant terminal entries; terminal, Private Entry #6
- ↑ General's Steak House Protectron's dialogue, line 7: "My internal temperature is 1000 degrees. The perfect temperature for broiling steaks."
- ↑ Lumberjack Protectron: "Lumberjack Protectron does not want to lose lumberjack job to cheap human labor."
(LumberjackProtectronFaction.txt) - ↑ Editor ID for this Protectron is "LC183_HomeEcProtectron"
- ↑ Whitespring bellman's dialogue, line 1: "Due to union regulations, I am unable to assist with your luggage."