Where to get Instrument Plans in Fallout 76
Introduction
In the vast wasteland of Appalachia, a sense of adventure and discovery lies within the ruins of abandoned factories and decaying buildings. In Fallout 76, players can scour the wasteland for valuable resources, hidden quests, and mysterious instruments to rebuild the world. One of the most coveted and difficult-to-obtain resources are Instrument Plans. In this article, we’ll explore where to find those elusive plans and make the journey easier for you.
Finding Instrument Plans: A Beginner’s Guide
There are several ways to acquire Instrument Plans in Fallout 76, but for beginners, here are a few easy methods to get started:
• Radiation Rove Event: Radiation Rove Events are random encounters where enemies will drop various plans, including Instrument Plans. These events are scattered across the map, and the plan you get is random. You can find the next Rove Event location on the Events screen in your Inventory.
• Enemies’ Dropped Loot: Certain high-level enemies like Ghoul Scouts, Scavengers, and N Raiders have a chance to drop Instrument Plans. These enemies are found in areas like the Morgantown Trainyard, Point Pleasant, and Thoroughfare Garage.
• Bunkers and Abandoned Mines: Bunkers and Abandoned Mines are prime locations for finding Instrument Plans. Search containers, desks, and lockers inside these locations for plans. Check our Bunker Guide and Abandoned Mines Guide for tips on finding the best spots.
• Loot Containers: Randomized containers like Radio Broadcast Crates, Nuka-Cola Machines, and Cash Registers have a small chance of containing Instrument Plans.
Specific Locations for Instrument Plans
Appalachian Maps: Scour the Appalachian Maps that are scattered across the wasteland for hidden locations that yield Instrument Plans. Some notable areas to search are:
- Cliff Notes Scavenger Location 6 (Location: Cliffside)
- Ford Truck Stop Map Piece (Location: The Road** to the Super-Duper Mart)
**Special Items in Your Inventory**
- Moth manual: This item, received after completing The Motherlode Quest, increases your chance of getting Instrument Plans when using your Workbench to repair or craft instruments.
**Advanced Tips for Acquiring Instrument Plans**
**Explore New Locations and Check the Map**: Explore unmarked areas, and keep an eye out for blue circles** with a musical note on the map, as they usually indicate a high-probability drop location for Instrument Plans.- **Use Your Radish Tonic**: With Radish Tonic’s “Stimulated Radiometric Search” ability, your character will have a chance to get bonus plans, including Instrument Plans.
Conclusion
Gaining access to Instrument Plans requires exploration, patience, and dedication. This article has outlined various ways to get your hands on these elusive resources, as well as provided some special items and advanced tips to boost your chances of success. Whether you’re an experienced player or just starting your wasteland adventure, keep searching those blue circles, checking loots, and leveling up your scavenger skills to find those treasured Instrument Plans.
FAQs
Q: How many Instrument Plans can I carry at once?
A: You can carry up to 24 plans in your Inventory, so you’ll need to organize them using folders or stash some for future reference.
Q: Are Instrument Plans stackable?
A: Yes! Once you’ve obtained a plan, it’s stackable in your Inventory with other plans, keeping it easily accessible for your workbench.
Q: What do Instrument Plans do?
A: By repairing or crafting instruments at a Workbench, Instrument Plans provide the blueprints to craft essential music instruments for Warring Hour performances and rewards.
Q: Can I duplicate Instrument Plans?
A: No, you can’t duplicate plans. You’ll have to scour the wasteland to collect and store more.
Q: Will I get multiple Instrument Plans in the same run?
A: Chances are, but this heavily depends on your Workshop, Event Drops, and general exploration skills. Persistence will get you those elusive plans.
Q: Is there a guaranteed Instrument Plan in certain locations?
A: Although Radiation Rove Events and high-level enemy encounters provide a chance to get Instrument Plans, there is no guaranteed drop. Other sources, like loot containers or crafting, can provide some variation.
Q: Are there alternative Instrument Plan sources?
A: We can’t reveal those, yet… But we might include future updates!
**Happy Hunting, Travelers!