The raider punk is a raider at the Crater in 2103.
Background
The raider punk is an amateur radio operator, cryptid enthusiast, and cryptologist. He claims to be part of an amateur radio network, or "ham net," dedicated to cryptid hunting and has contacts all over Appalachia.[1][2] He prefers not to use his real name, instead using his network call sign, "Punk."[3]
Similar to other raiders, raider punk was raised in random gangs, primarily to the north of Appalachia.[4] In the last gang prior to the Raider group found in Crater, the raider punk met Jimbo, a fellow cryptid enthusiast.[5] After traveling to Appalachia with the Raiders in 2103, raider punk claims to have had a close encounter with a mothman in the wilderness, peaking his interest in the cryptids.[6]
Raider punk joined the cryptid radio network after being invited by Jimbo, who left Crater sometime before raider punk.[7] The raider punk's primary function with the network is as a cryptologist, encrypting and deciphering encoded messages and transmissions.[8][9] Despite having tried hunting cryptids in the field like other members, raider punk prefers to stay back and decipher messages.[10]
Although he claims to be a raider, the raider punk admits to not fitting in with Crater's rough residents and frequently shows empathy toward those in need, especially fellow cryptid hunters.[11][12][13] He knows and communicates with Grahm, going so far as to want to teach him how to use a ham radio to act as the co-host of a radio show.[14][15]
Interactions with the player character
Interactions overview
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This character cannot be killed. | |
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This character starts quests. | |
Other interactions
Upon encountering the raider punk in the underground area of the Core, one can tell him that they believe he can receive secret messages on his radio. This will result in him giving the player character the Ally plans for the raider punk radio. Building this at a C.A.M.P will result in the raider punk residing at the camp as an ally, offering generic radiant quests while he stays there until replaced by another ally such as Beckett or Sofia Daguerre.
Inventory
| Apparel | Weapon | Other items | On death |
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| Keep Out backpack Leather coat Welding goggles |
Automatic pipe pistol Fragmentation grenade Molotov cocktail |
Stimpak |
Appearances
The raider punk appears only in Fallout 76, introduced in the Wastelanders update.
References
- ↑ Raider punk: "Look. I got this dream, it eats me up inside. I've been traveling with this crowd for a while, and well... I need to get away. You feel me? They're well, don't get me wrong. I still wanna stop by and hang out with them, see the sights, but I need quiet, calm... I need to hear the world. I got a radio, I know some people. Got a buddy here in Crater, a hunter pal out in Foundation, know some people all over. I know people, man."
(W05 COMP Actor Lite RaiderPunk.txt) - ↑ Raider punk: "But first... let me explain what I can do for you, since I'm staying here and all. I'm going to let you in on the real Appalachia, my friend. You lucked out because... I'm part of a secret network that monitors unusual things and we track them down. And I'm going to slide some of that information your way."
(W05 COMP Actor Lite RaiderPunk.txt) - ↑ Resident: "So... what's your name?"
Raider punk: "Most of us don't use our real names once we join the network... my codename is Punk. That's good enough for me."
(W05 COMP Actor Lite RaiderPunk.txt) - ↑ Resident: "Where are you from? Originally..."
Raider punk: "I grew up with random gangs for most of my life. Here and there. You know, same old sob story that most of us have. But mostly up north."
(W05 COMP Actor Lite RaiderPunk.txt) - ↑ Resident: "What's up with Jimbo?"
Raider punk: "Jimbo? Well... we met in the last gang before Crater. He's into the hard chems way more than me... it's the only reason we aren't together now. One day he'll get bored of them though. I hope anyway... and I'll be here for him when he does."
(W05 COMP Actor Lite RaiderPunk.txt) - ↑ Resident: "Got any weird tales from Appalachia?"
Raider punk: "Uh. Yes! Of course. Who doesn't? When I first got to Appalachia with the other raiders, I built a tent in the woods and stared out into the trees trying to fall asleep. I kept staring at some berries thinking... I should make a pie tomorrow. Mmm! Then those "berries" blinked. They blinked! I saw the Mothman on my very first night! Oh it still gives me flutters just thinking about it."
(W05 COMP Actor Lite RaiderPunk.txt) - ↑ Resident: "How did you join the network?"
Raider punk: "My buddy Jimbo pulled me into it. He was with the gang at Crater for a while and left a bit before me. Wanted to do things his own way."
(W05 COMP Actor Lite RaiderPunk.txt) - ↑ Resident: "What do you do for the network?"
Raider punk: "I decipher codes mostly. I'm not what you'd call a field agent. That's more your style. It's kinda why I didn't fit in at Crater, I guess."
(W05 COMP Actor Lite RaiderPunk.txt) - ↑ Resident: "Why are there so many encrypted messages?"
Raider punk: "Well, the network mostly communicates on the radio but sometimes you have to send written messages, right? That's where I come in. I love puzzles!"
(W05 COMP Actor Lite RaiderPunk.txt) - ↑ Resident: "Do you hunt cryptids yourself?"
Raider punk: "Me? Hell no. I mean, I tried it out a few times but... no. I am much happier decrypting messages for the network and relaying intel. It's soothing."
(W05 COMP Actor Lite RaiderPunk.txt) - ↑ Raider punk: "Picked up the voice of someone on the radio. I think they need help. I've got some information but... not a ton."
(W05 COMP Actor Lite RaiderPunk.txt) - ↑ Raider punk: "The network has been looking for this wretch for a while. And voila. You don't even want to know the twisted crap that happened. Just... finish it."
(W05 COMP Actor Lite RaiderPunk.txt) - ↑ Raider punk: "Found out about someone who has been killing cryptid hunters. Regularly. A cryptid hunter hunter. I need you to end this madness."
(W05 COMP Actor Lite RaiderPunk.txt) - ↑ Resident: "Is there anything dangerous nearby that I should know about?"
Raider punk: "I heard from Grahm that this place has a bunch of Mole Miners occupying it. He said they're more rowdy than usual, so take heed."
(W05 COMP Actor Lite RaiderPunk.txt) - ↑ Raider punk: "I gotta teach Grahm to use the radio someday. We could start a show."
(W05 COMP Actor Lite RaiderPunk.txt)
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