This Week’s Fallout Episode Reintroduced a Beloved Character

This week’s Fallout episode shifted gears from personal narratives to updates on beloved factions from Fallout: New Vegas. We got a glimpse of the Khans and primarily followed the Brotherhood of Steel storyline, but the real treat was catching up with the NCR and Caesar’s Legion. This expansion of the Mojave Wasteland was packed with easter eggs and nods for fans of the series. Let’s dive into the highlights.

**The Mojave’s Favorite Soda**
In this episode, we learned about Squire Thaddeus (voiced by Johnny Pemberton) and his transformation into a ghoul. Rather than roaming the wasteland with the Brotherhood of Steel, he’s now managing a bottling plant staffed by a group of abandoned children. The beverage they’re producing? Sunset Sarsaparilla, the iconic drink that reigns supreme on the west coast in the Fallout universe and a staple consumable in Fallout: New Vegas.

**Roger Maxson**
During a discussion about a potential alliance against The Commonwealth, Elder Cleric Quintus brings up an “ordinary captain” named Roger Maxson, who was sent to a research facility in California. This name should ring a bell for Fallout enthusiasts. Although Maxson never appears in the games, his backstory is revealed through holotapes scattered across Fallout, Fallout 3, Fallout: New Vegas, and Fallout 76.

**War… War Never Changes**
Paladin Xander (Kumail Nanjiani) warns Maximus (Aaron Moten) that a conflict could plunge the Brotherhood of Steel into chaos. He recounts a time when internal discord nearly led to the Brotherhood’s downfall in the Capital Wasteland. Fans of Fallout 3 will recall this as the moment when a faction of BoS members broke away to form the Brotherhood Outcasts, opposing Elder Lyons’ leadership. This historical conflict could echo in the Mojave.

**Well, Howdy Partner!**
While Fallout exists in the same universe as the games, character crossovers have been rare (with Mr. House being a notable exception). This week’s episode broke that mold by reintroducing Victor, the sheriff securitron. Players of Fallout: New Vegas will remember him as the helpful figure who rescued the courier and served as the sheriff of Goodsprings, though his true motives were revealed later.

**A Knight’s Weapon**
This episode also showcased one of the more iconic weapons from the series. As Xander and Maximus patrol the Mojave, they set out to hunt rogue securitrons. While they carry standard issue rifles, Xander opts for a Super Sledge, a powerful melee weapon that’s a favorite among super mutants.