Free Radicals

The Free Radicals are a faction in Appalachia in 2103.

Background
A band of ex-cons hailing from Maryland, the Free Radicals are a raider group holed up in the old WV Lumber Co. building. Once inhabited by a garrison of super mutants, Roper and his gang managed to clear them out and establish a new base of operations.

Though weak at hunting and farming, they have found a solution in extorting settlements and businesses for food in exchange for protection. They are also particularly interested in "The Treasure of Appalachia," and have men searching for it 24/7.

They have been a thorn in the side of Duchess, who enlists a Resident to help shut down their interference with her business.

Appearances
Free Radicals appear only in the Fallout 76 add-on Wastelanders.

Behind the scenes
The term "free radicals" is a term used in biochemistry to describe unstable atoms that can damage cells, causing illness and aging. Such radicals can be caused by ionizing radiation.