I Fought the Law - Simple NCR Start
⚪ Last updated 2024⚠️ 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
- 👍 2.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #213 of 383 Gameplay Effects and Changes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod adds a simple way to help the NCR retake the NCRCF Prison in the quest "I Fought the Law" without having to work for the Powder Gangers first. Using the simplest method possible while still feeling natural, the mod uses only existing vanilla forms and doesn't add any new notes, scripts or dialogue topics.
The purpose of the mod is to enhance roleplaying since some characters might want to help the NCR deal with the convicts without stooping so low as to do their dirty work first.
Now the player can also ask Lt. Hayes to help make the attack if one of these conditions are met: if they have convinced the NCR to take Primm under their protection or if they simply have a reputation of Accepted or better with the NCR.
To save yourself a plugin slot for such a tiny mod, just copy this into your merged patch in xEdit. The benefit of this mod not adding any new records is that you can merge this without requiring this plugin as a master file.
A small gameplay mod for Fallout: New Vegas that lets players help the NCR retake NCRCF Prison in the quest 'I Fought the Law' without first working for the Powder Gangers. Simple and focused, with 478 endorsements and 24,124 downloads, last updated April 2024.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid community backing with 478 endorsements and over 24k downloads.
- Fills a specific niche for players who want to side with the NCR without the Powder Ganger questline.
- Lightweight and focused—does exactly what it says without bloat.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in April 2024—may not be compatible with the latest game patches or mods.
- Limited scope: only affects one quest, so it's not for players looking for broader gameplay changes.
For Fallout: New Vegas players who prefer the NCR route and want to skip the Powder Ganger questline. Also for roleplayers who want a more straightforward path to retaking the prison. Skip if you're fine with the original quest structure or want more extensive gameplay overhauls.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure to load this mod after any quest overhaul mods to avoid conflicts.
- If you're using a mod manager, enable it and check for any overwrite prompts.
- Consider using the New Vegas Script Extender (NVSE) for best compatibility with other mods.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- PlatinumShad0w
- Version
- 1.0c
- Downloads
- 24,124
- Endorsements
- 478
- Category
- Gameplay Effects and Changes
- Created
- 3/29/2022
- Updated
- 4/8/2024
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