The Mad Inventor's Arsenal(New Game Mission or Mod)

 

Side Mission Title: The Mad Inventor's Arsenal

Mission Overview:

In this compelling side mission, the player is tasked with assisting a reclusive weaponry specialist named Dr. Edgar "Edge" Braxton, a brilliant but eccentric scientist and engineer who has been developing a range of unique and deadly weapons. The mission involves gaining his trust, helping him gather rare materials, and ultimately assisting in a field test of his latest invention against a formidable enemy faction.

Mission Briefing:

Location: Edge's secluded workshop, hidden in the ruins of an old industrial complex.

Objective: Help Dr. Edge Braxton complete his experimental weapon projects and field test them against a dangerous enemy faction.

Allies:

• Dr. Edgar "Edge" Braxton: A genius inventor specializing in advanced weaponry.
• Various Automated Defense Turrets and Robots: Deployed by Edge to protect his workshop.

Enemies:

• Raider Faction: Aggressive and well-armed raiders interested in stealing Edge's inventions.
• Mutant Creatures: Local wildlife mutated by radiation, posing a threat during resource gathering.

Mission Phases:

Phase 1: Introduction and Trust Building

1.1 Discovery:

• The player hears rumors of an eccentric weapons inventor living in isolation. These rumors can be found through conversations with settlers or by finding notes in the world.

1.2 Initial Encounter:

• The player finds Edge’s workshop, which is heavily fortified with automated defenses.
• Gain access by solving a puzzle or completing a preliminary task to show good intentions.

1.3 Gaining Trust:

• Edge is initially distrustful but warms up after the player proves their skills by repairing a malfunctioning turret or retrieving a lost blueprint from a nearby building.

Phase 2: Resource Gathering

2.1 Materials List:

• Edge provides a list of rare and unique materials needed to complete his latest projects, including items like high-grade explosive compounds, specialized electronics, and rare metals.

2.2 Scavenging:

• The player embarks on a scavenger hunt across various locations, including abandoned military bases, old factories, and mutant-infested ruins.
• Each location presents its own challenges, such as heavy enemy presence or environmental hazards.

2.3 Unexpected Encounter:

• While gathering resources, the player faces an ambush by the Raider faction aware of Edge’s work and seeking to steal the materials.

Phase 3: Weapon Development and Testing

3.1 Return to Workshop:

• With all materials gathered, the player returns to Edge’s workshop.
• Edge begins the final assembly of his experimental weapons, explaining their unique features and capabilities.

3.2 Testing Grounds:

• The player and Edge test the new weapons in a controlled environment against robotic targets and simulated scenarios.

Phase 4: Field Test Against Raiders

4.1 Raider Attack:

• The Raider faction launches a full-scale assault on Edge’s workshop to steal his inventions.
• The player must defend the workshop using a combination of Edge’s inventions, automated defenses, and their combat skills.

4.2 Showdown:

• The battle culminates in a showdown against the Raider leader, who has brought heavy reinforcements and possibly even a stolen piece of Edge’s tech.

4.3 Victory and Aftermath:

• After successfully repelling the raiders, Edge expresses his gratitude and offers the player a choice of one of his unique weapons as a reward.

Mission Details:

Environment:

• Edge’s Workshop: A high-tech, makeshift laboratory filled with experimental weapons, blueprints, and defense systems.
• Scavenging Locations: Diverse environments including military installations, industrial ruins, and overgrown forests teeming with mutated wildlife.

Weapons and Gear:

• Exploding Arrows: Arrows tipped with small, high-explosive charges for silent but deadly ranged attacks.
• Knife Launcher: A modified crossbow-like device that shoots high-velocity knives.
• Plasma Shotgun: A shotgun that fires superheated plasma bolts.
• EMP Grenades: Grenades that disable robots and electronic devices.
• Stealth Suit: Advanced gear that provides temporary invisibility and reduces noise.

Challenges:

• Resource Gathering: Encountering and overcoming various threats while searching for rare materials.
• Defending the Workshop: Using tactical placement of traps and new weaponry to fend off waves of attackers.
• Final Showdown: Engaging in a high-stakes battle with the Raider leader and his forces.

Rewards:

• Unique Weapon: Choose one of Edge’s experimental weapons, each with distinct abilities and advantages.
• Blueprints: Receive blueprints for creating some of Edge’s inventions, allowing the player to craft them at their own workshop.
• Reputation: Increased reputation with Edge and potential future missions or discounts on his inventions.

Optional Objectives:

• Complete All Weapon Tests: Help Edge test all of his weapons for additional rewards.
• Rescue Captured Settlers: During the scavenger hunt, free any captives held by the Raiders for extra karma and resources.
• Non-lethal Options: Use non-lethal versions of Edge’s weapons to incapacitate rather than kill enemies, leading to different dialogue and outcomes.

By blending resource gathering, tactical defense, and creative weaponry, this side mission offers a rich and immersive experience that showcases the ingenuity and dangers of the Fallout universe.