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Sssssshhhhhhuuuu... *BOOM!*
”Algernon is a mechanical genius working for Eldridge of New Reno Arms in Fallout 2.
Background[]
A dirty, slack-jawed man, Algernon is usually rocking on his feet and making little whistling noises to himself whenever he is not working. To the casual observer, he appears to be a poor soul, tormented by his lack of mental capacity. However, when he is given a mechanical device, his genius comes to the fore. Algernon is an idiot savant, capable of understanding the inner workings of any mechanical device and unlock its true potential, even if he isn't much of a talker.
Interactions with the player character[]
Interactions overview[]
This character can modify weapons. |
Algernon can upgrade all regular weapons for free, without any special parts required. This will also cause empty weapons to be refilled with ammunition, due to the way the script works. |
Upgrade list[]
Base Weapon | Upgrade Type | Upgrade Effect |
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Cattle prod | Increased electrical discharge | Increased damage |
Power fist | Upgraded servomotors | Increased damage |
Laser pistol | Magnetic field targeting system | Increased penetration |
Plasma pistol | Realigned magnetic housing chamber | +16 battery capacity |
Desert Eagle .44 | Expanded magazine | +12 magazine capacity |
.44 Magnum revolver | Speed loader | Reload speed halved |
Hunting rifle | All-weather scope | Increased long-range accuracy |
Assault rifle | Assault rifle (exp. mag.) | +76 magazine capacity |
FN Herstal FN FAL | Low-light scope | Increased nighttime accuracy |
Laser rifle | Upgraded recharging system, recycling chip | +12 magazine capacity |
Plasma rifle | Hotwired plasma bolt chamber | Increased damage |
Flamer | Mixture modification | Upgraded fuel |
Flamethrower fuel | Mixture modification | Upgraded fuel |
Other interactions[]
- A character with less than 4 Intelligence can play cops and robbers with Algernon and pretend to shoot him. Except Algernon dies when shot. Whoops.
Inventory[]
Apparel
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Weapon
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Carried items
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Drops on death
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empty |
Behind the scenes[]
Algernon's focused brilliance and his name are cultural references to Flowers for Algernon.
Appearances[]
Algernon appears only in Fallout 2.