Brahmin (Fallout 4)

Brahmin are cattle found in the Commonwealth and Nuka-World in 2287.

Background
Brahmin are two-headed cattle that mutated after the Great War. They still provide meat, milk, hide and manual labor. This makes them an integral part of any settlement, as well as the caravans that connect them.

Biology
Brahmin have the appearance of a pre-War cow but are distinguished by their abnormally large udders and two grotesque heads. They also have eight stomachs, but otherwise do not differ significantly from their pre-War ancestors. Brahmin bulls, although not seen in any game to date, are said to have four testicles.

It is likely that brahmin developed from certain pre-War bovine species. Radiation from nuclear fallout has caused multiple genetic mutations, such as the growth of several disfigured horns, disfiguration of the skin, udders and the growth of a second head. Brahmin and radstags are the only creatures in the Commonwealth to develop a second head due to their exposure to vast amounts of radiation. Both species are mammals and quadrupeds of large size.

Gameplay attributes
Brahmin, being important in the development of settlements, have a more active role in Fallout 4 than in previous games. A brahmin feed trough can be built to attract brahmin to the area. Brahmin will stay close to the feed trough. Brahmin caravans are used by settlers (assigned by the player character) to provide supply lines between various settlements. They drop fertilizer that can be used for growing crops and is an ingredient for Jet, fireworks, explosives and ammunition.

Brahmin
Brahmin are often found in company with a trader transporting goods and are very commonly seen in settlements.

Pack brahmin
Pack brahmin are loaded with luggage as they are used to transport goods. They are also livestock.

Locations

 * Brahmin may randomly appear at settlements, and will stay at Brahmin feed troughs.
 * A pack of four appear on a small island south of Saugus Ironworks and north of Finch farm.
 * Some wild brahmin may appear east of Starlight Drive In.
 * Pack brahmin accompany traveling merchants in the Commonwealth.
 * Brahmin can be attracted into a large brahmin cage constructed at a settlement.

Notable brahmin

 * Idiot - Caravan brahmin owned by traveling merchant Doc Weathers. If Weathers is killed, Idiot can often be found near county crossing with caravan guards still in tow.
 * Clarabell - Brahmin found at Abernathy farm.
 * Spot - Caravan brahmin owned by traveling merchant Cricket.
 * Ol' Girl - Caravan brahmin owned by traveling merchant Lucas Miller.
 * Emma - A farmer's brahmin. Before her untimely death, she enjoyed standing near hubflowers.

Appearances
Brahmin appear in Fallout 4.