Follows-Chalk

Follows-Chalk is a Dead Horse tribal living in Zion Canyon in 2281.

Background
When Follows-Chalk was a young boy, a man came through the valley with one of the caravans ("Tall man, big moustache, carried a guitar"). Follows-Chalk asked him what he did for a living, and the interpreter told him that he was a singer. "What is that?", he asked. The man explained that he went from place to place and sang for people, who gave him food and shelter and care in return. Follows-Chalk couldn't believe that there was a place in this world where a man could do that. He promised himself then that one day he'd explore that world himself.

Follows Chalk's name is derived from the fact that the more experienced Dead Horse scouts leave chalk marks to indicate areas where game is plentiful. As he is not a full scout yet, he simply "follows the chalk" of the veterans. As a young tribesman, he admits to not believing in the local taboo legends, and expresses excitement when exploring taboo areas (pre-War buildings). Follows-Chalk idolizes Joshua Graham, which worries Graham, who feels he should have as little influence over the tribe as possible.  to  We follow this path for a while. Nice view of the river, neh? You can take the path north here if you want, or head east over the ridge. There's a nice view from the top of that cliff, if you want a look. Keep headed north, around this rock pile. Follow the old road south, nearly there. You see the dead sentries? Shamans say our enemies' souls are trapped in them, but Joshua says it shows we're serious about fighting White Legs. Down this path to the north. Hope you don't mind getting wet. Nearly there now. Watch out for traps in the water. Got to keep the White Legs out somehow, neh? Here we are. Joshua's just ahead there, in the Angel Cave.

< Follows-Chalk post-ambush greeting >		Hoo! That's for the White Legs! Sorry we weren't fast enough to save your friends, though. The Dead Horses will remember them in our prayers. You should come with me now - Joshua Graham will want to meet a visitor from the civilized lands.

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Quests

 * Bighorners of the Eastern Virgin: Follows-Chalk informs the player that the bighorner are becoming restless over the loss of one of their calves. He asks you to return the missing calf, or else the bighorner will stampede into the Dead Horses camp.
 * Civilized Man's Burden: Follows-Chalk is fascinated with civilization outside of Zion. The player can convince to either explore it for himself, or tell him to stay with his tribe.
 * Arrival at Zion: After crossing the bridge and escaping the White Legs assault on the caravan, Follows-Chalk finds you and leads you to the Dead Horses camp.

Other interactions

 * As with other companions, Follows-Chalk will make several comments to the player. Some of these comments are unique to certain locations, concerning views of the scenery or wall paintings. His repeating comments include references to New Vegas (specifically incredulity regarding the purpose of card games), the dangers of yao guai, various local happenings, both current and legend, and many comments about the 'civilized' lands outside Zion. These include asking why people would pay to watch cards be put on a table, referring to Vegas and blackjack, and stories of a giant thunder lizard in which people live, referencing Dinky the Dinosaur in Novac.
 * Sometimes, when Follows-Chalk becomes unconscious and then regains consciousness, he will say "Oh, look... I'm not dead."

Bugs

 * Follows-Chalk may disappear completely after he is replaced by Waking Cloud as your companion.

Appearances
Follows-Chalk appears only in the Fallout: New Vegas add-on Honest Hearts.

Behind the scenes
Follows-Chalk was written by Travis Stout.