Goodsprings Guardian
⚪ Last updated 2016⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 5.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #7 of 19 Creatures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
A Message to You
This is my first mod so forgive the simplicity of what it does.
This mod introduces "Bruticus", a Deathclaw alpha male that guards Goodsprings and can be found wandering in front of the general store. He is friendly to all allies of the player and will defend them against all threats. He is invulnerable.
You may want to wait until after you finish the quest to defend Goodsprings from the Powder Gangers to install this mod as that quest will become extraordinarily easy with this mod installed.
Thank you to anyone who downloaded and used this mod and have a nice day.
PS:
Made a "realistic" version of the mod per user request. Please see "File Differences" section for more information. Available for download now! Also thanks for all the comments and feedback ;).
If you've enjoyed using any of my mods, your generosity is very much appreciated. Thank you and have fun :).
Version History
Current: Version: 1. 1
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[]Updated main description (added version history, file differences and usage sections).
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]Updated file descriptions.[]Added realistic version of Goodsprings Gaurdian (made per user request).
Version 1. 0
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File Differences:
Goodsprings Guardian - Original
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[]Bruticus is essential and invulnerable.
Goodsprings Guardian - Realistic
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[]Bruticus has slightly higher endurance and intelligence.
Usage
[]This mod will introduce a Deathclaw alpha male (named Bruticus).
[]He will be initially found around the Goodsprings general store and will wander around.
[]He will defend all allies of the player from threats.
[]Bruticus can either be essential and invulnerable or mortal (depending on the file the user uses).
[]This mod can be affected by mods that change/add assets to
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[]Bruticus is essential and invulnerable.
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[]Created Goodsprings Guardian mod.
Adds a friendly Deathclaw alpha male to Goodsprings in Fallout: New Vegas, making the town safer until he gets hungry. A quirky creature mod with 225 endorsements and 4,001 downloads, last updated in 2016.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 225 endorsements and 4,001 downloads.
- Adds a unique and memorable companion to the starting town.
- Simple concept that fits the game's quirky tone.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2016 — may have compatibility issues with current game versions.
- Potential for the Deathclaw to become hostile could be frustrating for some players.
For Fallout: New Vegas players who enjoy adding humorous and unpredictable elements to their game. If you want a safe, reliable guardian, this might not be for you — the Deathclaw's hunger adds a twist. Skip if you prefer lore-friendly or serious mods.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to save before approaching Goodsprings in case the Deathclaw gets hungry.
- If you're using a mod manager, install this mod manually by placing the files in your Data folder.
- Check the mod's comments section for any reported issues with other mods.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- SonicRay
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 4,001
- Endorsements
- 225
- Category
- Creatures
- Created
- 12/15/2014
- Updated
- 2/7/2016
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