Ada, a modified Assaultron, was originally created by Jackson to accompany his caravan. Their group focused on mechanical repairs and trade, traversing the Commonwealth in search of salvageable parts. However, their expertise attracted the attention of the Mechanist, leading to a series of devastating attacks. During one such assault near Wattz Consumer Electronics, Ada lost her human companions and fellow robots Porter and Hurtz.

In the Automatron DLC for Fallout 4, players can recruit Ada, a unique Assaultron, as a companion after completing the quest “Mechanical Menace.” She can be found at Wattz Consumer Electronics to start the quest.

• Near Wattz Consumer Electronics
• Red Rocket truck stop (default location if dismissed)

Like other Automatron companions, Ada has no Affinity Perk but regularly offers junk items to the player. Additionally, she can be upgraded to specialize in either lockpicking or hacking terminals. Ada is stronger than most human followers and highly customizable on the workbench. Similar to Dogmeat, she does not judge the player’s actions and can even be instructed to steal owned items.

Complete Mechanical Menace

Automatron quest line

N/A

Junk items
Steal owned Items (may upgrade to Hack or Lockpick)

DLC01Ada.txt

• Can relocate to Red Rocket truck stop if dismissed without specified location.
• Gives random junk items when talked to as a companion.
• Can steal owned items.
• Modifiable at the robot workbench.
• Remains friendly regardless of player’s actions.
• Upgradable with lockpicking or hacking capabilities.
• Does not ride as a passenger on a Vertibird.
• Does not comment when taken to Vault 111.
• Uses same body animation for certain attachments.
• May lament about lack of vacuum attachment.
• NPCs do not comment on her presence.
• May remark on player’s lack of clothing.
• Vault-Tec rep comments positively about Sanctuary Hills.

• Quest progression issue during “A New Threat” if unable to modify her legs.
• Potential for infinite carrying capacity.
• May not acknowledge commands to hack terminals.
• May exhibit repetitive behavior as a companion.
• May disappear without explanation.

• Mechanical Menace
• A New Threat
• Headhunting
• Restoring Order
• Rogue Robot

9 ST, 5 PE, 1 EN, 1 CH, 7 IN, 10 AG, 1 LK

Variable

No

Female Programming

• Caravaneer
• Companion

Automatron

Automatrons are customizable robots featured in the Fallout 4 add-on Automatron, serving as potential companions for the Sole Survivor in their adventures across the Commonwealth.

Automatrons are crafted and upgraded at a robot workbench, starting with unarmored Protectron parts. They can be customized extensively with various components scavenged from other robots and upgraded with quality armor attachments.

In the year 2287, the wasteland became home to automatrons crafted by both the Rust Devils raider gang and the Mechanist. While the former created makeshift versions using their knowledge of robotics and violence, the latter utilized pre-War robotic parts to assemble haphazard models.

Any settlement

Automatrons are only as powerful as the parts that they are provided. The Automatron DLC offers players the opportunity to potentially create incredibly powerful robots with devastating combat capabilities. One particularly overpowered combination involves giving the robot a Protectron head equipped with an unstable helmet, which has a chance to cause enemies to explode similar to the Bloody Mess perk. Coupled with flamethrower or cryo jet hands, this setup results in an extremely high rate of fire.

Build a robot workbench and construct one

• N/A

• N/A

Junk items
May upgrade to Hack or Lockpick

DLC01CompWorkbenchBot.txt

Customization:

The Automatron offers a variety of customization options, allowing players to personalize its appearance and capabilities. These options include selecting its weaponry, armor, and various enhancements to suit different playstyles.

Performance:

While the Automatron can be a viable companion with its customization options, it may not offer the same level of immersion or effectiveness as other companions. Additionally, acquiring the necessary components to build one can be challenging, either requiring luck in finding all the required mods on robot corpses or investing in crafting perks to unlock them through leveling up.

Powerful Robot Modifications

• Assaultron Head Laser: Adds a powerful laser attack to the robot’s arsenal, making it a formidable foe.
• Cryojet: Equips the robot with a hand modification that shoots cryogenic blasts, freezing enemies and dealing significant damage.
• Gamma Gun: Adds a radiation-inflicting weapon to the robot’s arm, particularly effective against human enemies like raiders.
• Heavy Flamer Gun: Explosively powerful flames, dealing immense damage despite its limited range.
• Minigun: Attaches a powerful minigun to the robot, increasing its firepower significantly.
• Mr. Handy Torso: Provides high movement speed and requires minimal perk investment, making it a popular choice among players.
• Saw Blade: Equips the robot with a powerful saw that inflicts bleed damage, ideal for melee-focused players.
• Sentry Legs: Enhances the robot’s speed, making it a swift and deadly combatant, although it may struggle in tight spaces.
• Sniper Laser Gun: Adds a long-range, high-damage laser weapon to the robot, perfect for sniper characters.
• Stun Mod: Deals electric damage and occasionally stuns enemies, perfect for players who enjoy electricity-based attacks.

• Automatrons may turn hostile upon encountering robots in certain locations.
• Automatrons with robobrain heads may mistakenly target the Sole Survivor.
• After using Kellogg’s terminal, named automatrons’ names may revert to Automatron.
• In workshop edit mode, selecting an automatron may prevent dismissal, requiring players to edit an item before dismissing.

9 ST, 5 PE, 0 EN, 0 CH, 0 IN, 10 AG, 0 LK

Variable

No

Automatron

Cait is a companion character in Fallout 4, dwelling in the Commonwealth as a cage fighter.

Cait’s early life was marred by emotional and physical abuse at the hands of her parents. Sold into slavery at the age of eighteen, she endured five years of torment before buying her freedom with stolen caps. Seeking revenge, she tracked down her parents and executed them. Despite her freedom, Cait struggled with her past, turning to alcohol and chems for solace. Eventually, she found herself as a cage fighter at the Combat Zone, where she wrestled with her inner demons while battling opponents.

Combat Zone

Cait specializes in melee and shotguns, with her true utility lying in her ability to pick locks. While her combat prowess may not stand out, Cait’s lockpicking skill proves valuable in navigating the wasteland. Her affinity perk, Trigger Rush, allows for 25% faster AP regeneration when the player’s health falls below 25%.

Complete The Combat Zone

Benign Intervention

Trigger Rush

None
Lockpicking

CompanionCait.txt
CompanionCait.txt/COM

• Some bugs include Cait’s quest not triggering properly, her collapsing randomly during dialogue, and occasional issues with ordering her to pick locks.

Upon clearing the Combat Zone, Cait becomes available as a companion. She possesses the unique ability to pick locks of any difficulty, akin to the Locksmith perk. Gaining maximum affinity with Cait grants the Trigger Rush perk, offering temporary AP regeneration when the player character’s health drops below 25%.

Cait will actively use chems in her inventory, including Psycho and Jet, and may react negatively if the player character uses chems themselves after helping her to cure her Psycho addiction. She appreciates hard alcoholic beverages and will comment on various locations and quests.

Cait is known for her flirtatious and affectionate banter, teasing the player character with comments about snogging and sleeping.

Cait presents a tough facade but harbors deep emotional scars from her abusive past. She struggles with trust, relying only on trade relationships and indulging in chems and alcohol to numb her pain. Despite her hardships, Cait refuses to give up, seeking redemption and a glimmer of humanity amidst the darkness.

5 ST, 10 PE, 7 EN, 7 CH, 7 IN, 10 AG, 7 LK

185 + ([Player Level - 10] x 5)

Yes

Female

Codsworth, the first companion available to players in Fallout 4, can be recruited in Sanctuary Hills shortly after leaving Vault 111.

Sanctuary Hills

He wields a buzz-saw and flamer, making him surprisingly effective in combat, especially early in the game. Codsworth’s Robot Sympathy perk boosts energy resistance by 10, which is versatile but modest in its impact. While Codsworth’s arsenal is limited like most Mr. Handy robots, his slightly higher health pool compared to human companions sets him apart. However, his affinity perk, Robot Sympathy, offers a relatively small benefit that may not significantly impact gameplay. Despite this, Codsworth remains a useful companion for players starting their journey in the wasteland.

• Visit Concord during Out of Time
• or reach Diamond City before Concord, starting Jewel of the Commonwealth
• or meet Nick Valentine in Vault 114 before Concord or Diamond City, starting Unlikely Valentine

N/A

Robot Sympathy

1 Purified water
None

Codsworth.txt
Codsworth.txt/COM

9 ST, 10 PE, 7 EN, 7 CH, 16 IN, 10 AG, 7 LK

195 + ([Player Level - 10] x 5)

No

Curie starts off weak in her Mr. Handy form, mainly using a flamethrower. However, once she is transferred into a synthetic body, she becomes one of the strongest companions. Her Combat Medic perk restores 100 HP when the player’s health drops below 10% every 24 hours, making her a valuable ally in tough fights. With her impressive combat abilities and affinity for kindness, she’s a great companion for exploring the wasteland and searching for the Sole Survivor’s son.

Vault 81

Completing her personal quest, Emergent Behavior, upgrades her from a Miss Nanny unit to a synth body. In her synth form, Curie has 670 hit points and wields a laser rifle. Her affinity perk, Combat Medic, restores 100 HP once every 24 hours if the Sole Survivor’s health drops below 10%. Initially encountered in her Mr. Handy form, Curie is less effective in combat, but becomes a formidable ally after the transfer.

Complete Hole in the Wall

Emergent Behavior

Combat Medic

Stimpak
None

CompanionCurie.txt

5 ST, 4 PE, 4 EN, 4 CH, 11 IN, 4 AG, 4 LK (Synth)
4 ST, 4 PE, 4 EN, 4 CH, 11 IN, 4 AG, 4 LK (Miss Nanny)

440 (Miss Nanny)670 (Synth)

Yes

Railroad HQ

Deacon prefers long-range weapons like sniper rifles or pipe guns. His affinity perk, Cloak & Dagger, boosts sneak attack damage by 20% and extends the duration of Stealth Boys by 40%.

Complete Road to Freedom followed by Tradecraft

Cloak & Dagger

None

CompanionDeacon.txt
CompanionDeacon.txt/COM

5 ST, 10 PE, 7 EN, 9 CH, 8 IN, 10 AG, 8 LK

185 + ([Player Level - 10] x 5)

No

Red Rocket truck stop

As Dogmeat doesn’t count as a companion, players can freely unlock the Lone Wanderer perk while he’s by their side, providing a significant boost to their abilities when adventuring alone. His affinity perk, while niche, boosts damage in V.A.T.S. against enemies he has pinned down, serving as a valuable distraction and providing a unique tactical advantage. Dogmeat’s keen sense of smell also allows him to find hidden items and loot, enhancing the player’s scavenging capabilities.

Talk to him and ask him to follow

Attack Dog

None
Finds items, enemies

Dogmeat.txt

4 ST, 14 PE, 4 EN, 4 CH, 8 IN, 14 AG, 4 LK

150 + ([Player Level - 1] x 5)

No

Old State House in Goodneighbor

He uses a shotgun as his main weapon, making him less effective in combat. Hancock’s affinity perk, Isodoped, increases the critical hit meter’s regeneration speed by 20% if the player has suffered more than 250 radiation damage.

Complete The Big Dig (followed by Recruiting Hancock if siding with Bobbi No-Nose)

Isodoped

Chems
None

Hancock.txt
Hancock.txt/COM

5 ST, 10 PE, 8 EN, 9 CH, 14 IN, 10 AG, 8 LK

185 + ([Player Level - 10] x 5)

Yes

• Vault 114
• The Valentine Detective Agency in Diamond City (after Unlikely Valentine)

Equipped with a pistol, Nick holds his own in combat, boasting more health than most human companions. However, his true strength lies in his hacking abilities, which can be particularly beneficial for players struggling with terminal access.

While his affinity perk, Close to Metal, may not be universally advantageous, it provides significant benefits for players who specialize in hacking terminals. This perk grants an additional hacking attempt and reduces lockout times from terminals by 50%, streamlining the process for those who rely on hacking for information and resources.

Overall, Nick Valentine proves to be a versatile companion, excelling in both combat and technical support, making him a valuable asset for players traversing the dangers of the Commonwealth.

Complete Getting a Clue

Long Time Coming

Close to Metal

None
Hacking

CompanionNickValentine.txt
CompanionNickValentine.txt/COM

5 ST, 10 PE, 8 EN, 8 CH, 16 IN, 10 AG, 8 LK

225 + ([Player Level - 10] x 5)

No

Old Longfellow, a seasoned mariner found at The Last Plank in the Far Harbor DLC, becomes available as a companion after completing the quest “Walk In The Park.” Players can encounter him lounging at The Last Plank. Completing the quest Walk In The Park also rewards players with his cabin outside of Far Harbor, which can be utilized as a settlement.

Old Longfellow, a seasoned mariner found at The Last Plank in the Far Harbor DLC, becomes available as a companion after completing the quest “Walk In The Park.”

The Last Plank in Far Harbor

Equipped with a lever-action rifle, Old Longfellow holds his own in combat, making him a reliable companion for navigating the dangers of Far Harbor. His affinity perk, Hunter’s Wisdom, is particularly valuable for players encountering the DLC’s sea creatures and animals, as it reduces their damage and energy resistance by 25%.

Complete Walk in the Park

Shipbreaker

Hunter’s Wisdom

Old Longfellow’s notable affinity perk makes him particularly valuable in the Far Harbor region. This perk reduces the damage and energy resistance of animals and sea creatures by 25%, enhancing the player’s combat capabilities against such foes.

None
None

DLC03 CompanionOldLongfellow.txt

5 ST, 7 PE, 7 EN, 7 CH, 7 IN, 10 AG, 7 LK

?

No

Far Harbor

• Cambridge Police Station
• The Prydwen (after Shadow of Steel)
• Listening Post Bravo (after Blind Betrayal)

Paladin Danse is the epitome of combat prowess in Fallout 4, donning his power armor and wielding a Laser Rifle with deadly accuracy. Danse excels at tanking damage while dishing it back, making him invaluable in tough fights. His Affinity Perk, Know Your Enemy, grants a 20% damage buff against ghouls, super mutants and synthetics.

Complete

• Semper Invicta followed by
• Reunions followed by
• Shadow of Steel followed by
• Starting Tour of Duty

Blind Betrayal

Know Your Enemy

None

BoSPaladinDanse.txt
BoSPaladinDanse.txt/COM

5 ST, 10 PE, 8 EN, 6 CH, 8 IN, 10 AG, 7 LK

185 + ([Player Level - 10] x 5)

Yes

Diamond City

While Piper’s combat effectiveness may be limited due to her reliance on a pistol, her versatile affinity perk grants players double experience for successful charisma checks and when discovering new locations, making her an excellent companion for those seeking to maximize their experience gain.

Complete Story of the Century
or complete Dangerous Minds

Gift of Gab

Sweet foods
None

CompanionPiper.txt
CompanionPiper.txt/COM

5 ST, 10 PE, 7 EN, 10 CH, 8 IN, 10 AG, 8 LK

185 + ([Player Level - 10] x 5)

Yes

Fizztop Grille in Nuka-Town USA

Porter Gage is a formidable combat companion armed with a powerful handmade rifle. As Nuka-World is the last DLC, Gage becomes an excellent late-game companion due to his combat prowess.

His affinity perk, Lessons In Blood, proves invaluable for any character or build, granting a +5% increase in experience gained per kill and +10 points of damage resistance. These bonuses enhance both combat effectiveness and overall progression, making Gage a valuable ally throughout your adventures.

With his reliable firepower and versatile affinity perk, Porter Gage emerges as a trusted companion for players tackling the challenges of Nuka-World and beyond, ensuring both combat success and efficient character development.

Complete An Ambitious Plan

Lessons in Blood

None/Limited merchant

DLC04Gage.txt

7 ST, 9 PE, 7 EN, 3 CH, 6 IN, 8 AG, 7 LK

?

Yes

Museum of FreedomSanctuary Hills (after When Freedom Calls)

Preston wields a basic laser musket, limiting his versatility in combat engagements. However, Preston’s affinity perk, United We Stand, proves indispensable, granting a significant boost to damage resistance and damage output when facing three or more opponents. Given the prevalence of group encounters in the game, this perk becomes a valuable asset for survivability and combat effectiveness.

For players invested in settlement building and management, having Preston travel alongside them not only enhances their combat capabilities but also synergizes with their settlement-focused playstyle.

Complete The First Step

United We Stand

None
None

PrestonGarvey.txt
PrestonGarvey.txt/COM

5 ST, 10 PE, 7 EN, 9 CH, 8 IN, 10 AG, 8 LK

185 + ([Player Level - 10] x 5)

Yes

The Third Rail in Goodneighbor

MacCready is skilled in marksmanship and is a deadly shooter who favors a sniper rifle to dispatch his enemies. Once players have earned his trust and affection, he grants the Killshot perk, which increases accuracy by 20% with headshots in V.A.T.S., further enhancing the player’s combat effectiveness.

Hire him for 250 caps, or 200 with a yellow Charisma check.

Long Road Ahead

Killshot

Ammo
Steal items undetected

CompanionMacCready.txt

5 ST, 10 PE, 9 EN, 7 CH, 7 IN, 10 AG, 8 LK

185 + ([Player Level - 10] x 5)

Yes

Trinity Tower

He excels as a meat shield in combat, drawing enemy attention with his melee attacks while players engage from range. With a high health pool, Strong can endure significant punishment.

In combat, Strong wields melee weapons such as a sledgehammer and occasionally utilizes firearms obtained from fallen enemies. His loyalty is unwavering once recruited, and he appreciates both generous and violent actions from the player.

Strong’s affinity perk, Berserk, grants a valuable +20% melee damage boost when the player’s health falls below 25%, making him an excellent companion for melee-oriented builds.

Complete Curtain Call

Berserk

Meats
None

CompanionStrong.txt

24 ST, 12 PE, 8 EN, 1 CH, 6 IN, 18 AG, 1 LK

245 + ([Player Level - 10] x 5)

No

The Institute

X6-88 comes equipped with a standard health pool but armed with an Institute laser rifle, he proves to be a formidable combatant in the wasteland. X6-88’s affinity perk, Shield Harmonics, offers a valuable bonus of +20 points of energy resistance, making him a suitable companion for any build or playstyle.

In combat, X6-88 utilizes his Laser Rifle to deal significant damage, cementing his position as one of the stronger fighters among Fallout 4 companions. Upon reaching maximum relationship level, he grants the Shield Harmonics perk, further bolstering the player’s energy resistance.

Complete Mankind - Redefined

Shield Harmonics

Fusion cells
None

CompanionX6-88.txt
CompanionX6-88.txt/COM

16 ST, 18 PE, 17 EN, 8 CH, 10 IN, 18 AG, 8 LK

185 + ([Player Level - 10] x 5)

No