HMS Vanguard Submarine

⭐ ⭐ (314 endorsements) 📥 5,835 downloads 📌 v1.25 📅 6/29/2009
⚪ Last updated 2011

By Vereena · Quests and Adventures

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 8/12/2011 📅 Created: 6/29/2009
⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
1🛠️ FOSE — Fallout Script Extender Download ↗
2🔧 UFO3P — Unofficial Fallout 3 Patch Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 5.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #107 of 117 Quests and Adventures mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

\"HMS VANGUARD\"
After loong time off I have finally managed to dust off this old mod, I hope to be able to slowly progress with it\'s developement, please bare with me, My G. E. C. K. got a bit rusty :) There is a short video preview on YouTube. This is a British nuclear ballistic missile submarine (Boomber, SSBN, SNLE) with a manifest of around 20 nuclear ballistic missiles that was \"just passing By\" at the time of last war, what you will find in Potomac near Jefferson Memorial is what\'s left after crew abandoned her. If you wish to find it, search for antennas sticking out of the water close to the shore, look at the screenshot. For those who care, I don\'t give monkeys for historical facts, I know boats of this kind were a bit different and larger. Iit\'s my design and it goes as it is;). Here and here are forum topics with all bobblefake locations revealed if you have trouble finding them: In general this mod is an attempt to answer a question \"what ordinary servicemen might think about nuking each other shortly after\" NEXT UPDATE This update removed some of the issues reported/found, however, I am still unable to find out why the game occasionally crashes, it most commonly happens in \"The Hull\" cell and \"Reactor\", I have a strange gut feeling it has something to do with the way shader is handling water textures. But frankly, I don\'t know (yet!).
================================================================================ Ps. companion and power armour unfriendly and will never become friendly. No, seriously take off your power armour or you may get stuck in the corridor, and tell your buddy to wait ashore, there\'s no navmesh there anyway. ================================================================================
-- Compatibility -- It is compatible with everything that does not affect river bed near the memorial where my boat sank, however. You must have point lookout installed to use this mod.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

HMS Vanguard Submarine adds a nuclear ballistic missile submarine rusting on the bottom of the Potomac River, ready for exploration. This quest and adventure mod offers a unique underwater location for Fallout 3 players seeking new areas to discover. With 314 endorsements and 5,835 downloads, it has a modest following.

✨ Key Features

Adds a nuclear ballistic missile submarine resting on the Potomac River bottom.
Provides a new explorable location for quest and adventure enthusiasts.
Part of the Quests and Adventures category, offering a narrative-driven experience.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Solid community support with 314 endorsements and over 5,800 downloads.
  • Unique concept—exploring a rusting nuclear submarine in the Potomac is a fresh twist.
  • Lightweight addition that fits into the game world without overhauling existing content.

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in 2011, so it may have compatibility issues with modern mod setups or DLC.
  • Limited description means you're going in blind on what the quest actually entails.
  • Potential conflicts with other mods that alter the Potomac area or add similar underwater locations.
🎯 Is This For You?
For Fallout 3 explorers who love uncovering hidden locations and want a new underwater adventure. If you're into lore-friendly additions that don't mess with the core game, this is a neat pick. Skip if you're looking for a fully fleshed-out quest with voice acting and complex storylines—this is more about the location itself.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Make sure to have a high Radiation Resistance or plenty of RadAway before diving in—the Potomac is irradiated.
  • Use a stealth approach if you're low-level; the submarine might have hostile creatures or traps.
  • Check your load order to ensure no other mods overwrite the Potomac area.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Fallout 3 Mods
Author
Vereena
Version
1.25
Downloads
5,835
Endorsements
314
Category
Quests and Adventures
Created
6/29/2009
Updated
8/12/2011

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