Getting a Clue Act I

Description

Led by Nick Valentine, the player investigates the whereabouts of a notorious mercenary named Conrad Kellogg, suspected of kidnapping Shaun. The quest involves navigating through Diamond City, persuading key figures, and ultimately uncovering clues that lead to Kellogg’s trail.

Location(s)

Diamond City

Given by

Nick Valentine

Walkthrough

• Go to Valentine’s Detective Agency: Meet Nick Valentine at his office in Diamond City.
• Talk to Ellie: Interact with Ellie Perkins at the detective agency.
• Sit down: Engage in conversation with Nick, discussing the circumstances surrounding Shaun’s disappearance.
• Tell Nick your story: Share your experiences with Nick, leading to suspicions about Kellogg.
• Follow Nick: Accompany Nick as he suggests investigating Kellogg’s house for potential clues.
• Get the key to Kellogg’s house: Obtain access to Kellogg’s residence, either through persuasion, theft, or other means.
• Investigate Kellogg’s house: Search Kellogg’s home for evidence that may shed light on Shaun’s whereabouts.
• Follow Nick: Progress with Nick as he proposes using Dogmeat to track Kellogg’s scent, initiating the next stage of the quest.

Reward

200+ XP
Nick Valentine as a companion

Form ID

2.29E+08

Editor ID

MQ105

Notes

• Dialogue options and persuasion attempts are influenced by the player’s Locksmith perk rank and Charisma level.
• Multiple methods exist for obtaining the key to Kellogg’s house, including persuasion, pickpocketing, and bribery.
• Mama Murphy’s vision may provide an alternative means of obtaining the key under certain conditions.
• Dogmeat’s involvement becomes crucial in tracking Kellogg’s scent, advancing the quest further.

Bugs

• Several bugs have been reported, including issues with NPC behavior, quest progression, and companion interactions. These bugs may vary across different platforms and can sometimes be resolved through game restarts or alternative actions.