Ian (Fallout)

Ian is a joinable NPC in Fallout.

Ian is a short, stocky merchant guard. He used to be a guard for the Crimson Caravan merchants in the Hub, but was shot during a bandit raid and recovered in Shady Sands. He helps defend Shady Sands from raiders and occasionally visits Hub and Junktown to do some trading.

How to recruit Ian: Go to Shady Sands. In the house just to the east of the entrance, enter the bottom door. Talk to the man named Ian. Ask him to help you out for 100 caps or a piece of the action, if you're good with your talking and/or has a charming presence.

General information:
 * Hit Points: 50.
 * Armor: Leather Jacket.
 * Weapons: Knife, pistol, SMG.
 * Give him the 10mm SMG early on and the .223 Pistol when you get it.
 * Likes the Power Fist.
 * Special: Notorious for shooting the Vault Dweller more than his enemies.
 * He will attack you if you've fought people in Shady Sands before recruiting him.
 * Rating: Good during the initial stages of the game. If you can survive his [out]bursts.

Related quests

 * Recruit Ian