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This page is about a character in Fallout. For the rank, see Brotherhood of Steel ranks; Scribes. |
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“Time travel will one day be possible and we might be able to prevent the disaster that ruined our world in the past. But wouldn't that . . . stop us from going back if it was fixed . . . oh, my head hurts.”
These scribes are non-combatant staff of the Brotherhood of Steel at Lost Hills in 2161.
Background[]
Scribes are tasked with creating and keeping records of the technology recovered and used by the Brotherhood and experimenting with new weapons and other useful devices to be used in the field by the knights and paladins. Scribes rarely leave the safety of the Brotherhood bunkers, but they are sometimes called into the field to examine a piece of technology or perform a task beyond the skills of the Brotherhood soldiers.[Non-game 1][Non-game 2] The attitude of many scribes in the Brotherhood can be described as techno-centric. While a great number study history and cultures, the majority of scribes focus their studies on subjects related to the acquisition, repair, or creation of technology.[1][2][3][4] Scribes are also assigned to educate young Brotherhood of Steel members. Their teachings involve the principles of science, including nuclear fusion, chemistry, and combat tactics.[5]
These scribes have come to view Head Scribe Vree as an idol, and have a high opinion of both her assistant Scribe Sophia and Scribe Derek.[6] Some have come to practice meditation to calm themselves and clear their minds,[7] some have taken up theoretical physics,[8] and some have encountered extraterrestrials and their crafts.[9]
Interactions with the player character[]
Interactions overview[]
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Inventory[]
Scribe[]
| Apparel | Weapon | Other items |
|---|---|---|
| Scribe robes | Desert Eagle .44 | .44 Magnum JHP x20 |
Senior scribe[]
| Apparel | Weapon | Other items |
|---|---|---|
| Scribe robes | Plasma pistol Laser pistol |
160-240-360 small energy cells Stimpaks |
Notable quotes[]
- "Research is one of my favorite things to do. I feel like I'm trying to solve a mystery."
- "Being a scribe is the best. You get to study all the old technologies and try to develop new ones."
- "These terminals could use an enhancement. Maybe we should put the display over here."
- "Sorry, I'm right in the middle of a possible breakthrough. I can't talk right now."
- "Us Scribes design all the equipment, weapons, and supplies. It's quite exciting."
- "Please don't disturb me. I'm trying to finish my research."
- "That's Vree right there. She's also a scribe."
- "Will the universe continue to expand, or will it eventually collapse back in on itself?"
- "I love those old books and magazines, but they are so hard to come by."
- "Knowledge is power."
- "The pen is mightier than the sword."
- "Technology must be preserved."
- "Science is so much fun."
- "I've seen an alien space ship before."
- "Did you know that the sun is actually a big nuclear reaction? Similar to what ended the old world, except it's fission, no fusion."
- "Did you know that a black hole is actually an opening to another universe? I have it all worked out on paper. Too bad there won't be any more space travel until long after I'm dead."
- "Did you know that the hydrogen atom is 99.9843425% empty space?"
- "Time travel will one day be possible and we might be able to prevent the disaster that ruined our world in the past. But wouldn't that . . . stop us from going back if it was fixed . . . oh, my head hurts."
- "Meditation calms the spirit and clears the mind."
Appearances[]
These scribes appear only in Fallout.
References[]
- ↑ The Vault Dweller: "{345}{}{What is the Brotherhood's main purpose?}"
John Maxson: "{172}{Gen_21}{Our main goal is to survive. The Scribes copy old plans for weapons or design new ones, and the Knights make the guns from 'em. Most guns come from us.}"
(John Maxson's dialogue) - ↑ The Vault Dweller: "{1009}{}{Scribes}"
John Maxson: "{1109}{Gen_61}{Well, Scribes copy down the weapon specs. We've got information all the way back to my granddad. Sometimes a scribe comes up with a new idea for a weapon. Hehehe. Doesn't happen too often. They all answer to Vree.}"
(John Maxson's dialogue) - ↑ Scribe: "{101}{}{Research is one of my favorite things to do. I feel like I'm trying to solve a mystery.}"
"{102}{}{Being a scribe is the best. You get to study all the old technologies and try to develop new ones.}"
"{103}{}{These terminals could use an enhancement. Maybe we should put the display over here.}"
"{104}{}{Sorry, I'm right in the middle of a possible breakthrough. I can't talk right now.}"
"{105}{}{Hey Initiate. You should train to be a Scribe, if you haven't decided yet.}"
"{106}{}{Us Scribes design all the equipment, weapons, and supplies. It's quite exciting.}"
"{107}{}{Please don't disturb me. I'm trying to finish my research.}"
(Scribe's dialogue) - ↑ Scribe: "{106}{}{I love those old books and magazines, but they are so hard to come by.}"
"{109}{}{Technology must be preserved.}"
"{110}{}{Science is so much fun.}"
(Scribe's dialogue) - ↑ The Brotherhood scribe in the classroom in the Hidden Valley bunker.
- ↑ Scribe: "{101}{}{Vree's my idol.}"
"{102}{}{Vree is so pretty.}"
"{103}{}{Sophia sure is nice.}"
"{104}{}{Derek is the bee's knees.}"
(Scribe's dialogue) - ↑ Scribe: "{101}{}{Greetings, Brother }
{102}{}{. Why don't you join us in meditation?}"
"{103}{}{Sorry, Brother }
{104}{}{. We are meditating.}"
"{106}{}{Meditation calms the spirit and clears the mind.}"
(Scribe's dialogue) - ↑ Scribe: "{113}{}{Did you know that a black hole is actually an opening to another universe? I have it all worked out on paper. Too bad there won't be any more space travel until long after I'm dead.}"
(Scribe's dialogue) - ↑ Scribe: "{111}{}{I've seen an alien space ship before.}"
(Scribe's dialogue)
Non-game
- ↑ Fallout 4 Vault Dweller's Survival Guide p.33: "Scribes
Scribes are tasked with cataloging and preserving any information considered valuable to the Brotherhood of Steel. When it comes to combat, Scribes lack the impressive skills and equipment of their front-line comrades.. While they do have access to a small variety of armor and accessories, even the most effective combinations offer very little protection."
(Fallout 4 Vault Dweller's Survival Guide Groups, Gangs, and Factions) - ↑ Fallout: The Roleplaying Game Rulebook p.384: "Scribes are the recordkeepers and scholars of the Brotherhood of Steel. While they can fight and receive the same basic combat training as any other member, this is not their primary role. Scribes handle the cataloguing, repair, acquisition, and study of any technology that finds its way into the Brotherhood's hands. They sometimes accompany field units if their expertise is required in retrieving or locating an artifact of importance, but most Scribes stay within the base of operations of the chapter."
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