Smiling Man

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Background
The Smiling Man is a non-hostile random encounter character. Clyde at the Boozin Brahmin described interacting with him, writing that he was "grinning from ear to ear, wider than should be possible." When speaking to the Vault Dwellers, he introduces himself as Indrid and mentions that he is returning to Appalachia, and that much has changed during his absence. If asked about his coat, he will reply "I am Cold. You may call me Indrid. What are you called?"

Steven Scarberry mentions that he met the Smiling Man and said he was friendly, stating that, "while his personality was cold, he could not shake his smile." The Vault Dwellers can mention Cryptids to look out for, including the Snallygaster, Grafton Monster, Sheepsquatch, and the Mothman.

Location
Meet during The Smiling Man (Random Encounter), which has a 2% chance of occurring at random encounter locations.


 * South of Deathclaw Island
 * Northeast of Darling Sister's Lab
 * North of Camp Venture

Behind the scenes
The Smiling Man is an urban legend in Appalachia relating to a strange man reportedly seen in 1966 and 1967. He was spotted walking on the highway and identified himself as Indrid Cold.

Appearances
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