Tree Father Birch

Tree Father Birch is the leader of the Treeminders in Oasis in 2277.

Background
Birch was born in 2227. The 50-year-old chief of Oasis, Birch spends most of his time in the pavilion, sitting on his throne, occasionally eating, and sleeping for a few hours at night. He also walks around Oasis, overseeing the village more directly. While the village is ostensibly a democratic commune, Tree Father Birch sees himself as the group's spiritual and temporal leader. He has cast himself in a role similar to a high priest, worshipping the god-spirit Harold.

Quests
Oasis: He greets the Lone Wanderer upon nearing the entrance. After leading them to the center of the grove, Birch will enter a conversation, which will begin the Oasis quest.

Effects of player's actions
The Animal Friend and Life Giver perks offer special dialogue options.

Appearances
Tree Father Birch appears only in Fallout 3.

Behind the scenes
Birch is the common name for genus Betula, a type of tree. All of the human residents in Oasis have horticultural names.