Old Ben

Old Ben is a local living in Freeside in 2281.

Background
Old Ben is right outside the entrance to the New Vegas Strip in Freeside when you first meet him. He warns the player not to go to the gate of the Strip without first talking with the gatekeeper Securitron first, or they'll get vaporized. After further questioning, he tells that he used to be in many jobs, such as a bodyguard, male escort, a gun-for-hire, courier, as well as a butcher.

Quests

 * Wang Dang Atomic Tango: When looking for a male escort, the Courier can choose between Ben and Santiago to be a "smooth talker" for the Atomic Wrangler Casino. Old Ben can be persuaded through either a Speech check or the Confirmed Bachelor/Black Widow perk.

Appearances
Old Ben appears only in Fallout: New Vegas.

Bugs

 * After being recruited for the Atomic Wrangler, he cannot be hired.
 * He can sometimes, after you talk to him, run to the Strip's gate where he will be obliterated by the Securitrons.

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