Brenden

Brenden is a member of the Brotherhood of Steel, stationed in Lost Hills in 2161.

Background
Stern and young, Brenden focuses his work on a treatise describing the social dynamics of the Brotherhood of Steel. According to his extensive research, the Brotherhood comes closest to resembling the Knights Templar of the so-called Dark Ages.

He describes the Brotherhood as very similar to a pseudo-religious military order. The primary elements are the strict military hierarchy and codes of honor passed down the generations. In his opinion, the Brotherhood can either become a benevolent research society or a techno-religious dictatorship. The key to defining the future is the Elder Council and the High Elder, with the latter capable of guiding the entire Brotherhood single handedly with enough charisma. He expresses hope that the leaders will remain as visionary and strong as General John Maxson.

Appearances
Brenden was cut from Fallout, though his dialogue can still be found in master.dat.