What happened to Scooter in Borderlands 2?
Scooter, a beloved character in the Borderlands series, does not die in Borderlands 2; instead, he plays a significant role as a mechanic and provides assistance to the Vault Hunters throughout their journey. The concern about Scooter’s fate often stems from confusion with his eventual death in Borderlands 3, where he meets his end in a dramatic explosion, uttering his catchphrase, “Catch a riiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii-” before the rocket thruster explodes, killing him.
Introduction to Scooter’s Role
Scooter is a crucial character in Borderlands 2, operating as a mechanic with workshops in several locations, including New Haven, T-Bone Junction, Sanctuary, and Hollow Point. His mechanical skills are invaluable to the players, offering vehicle upgrades and repairs.
Scooter’s Background
Scooter’s family background is intriguing, with Mad Moxxi being his mother and Jimbo Hodunk (also known as Papa Hodunk) being his father. This makes Jimbo and Scooter brothers, adding a layer of complexity to the Hodunk clan’s dynamics.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is Scooter a Hodunk?
Yes, Scooter is a Hodunk, as his father is Jimbo Hodunk, also known as Papa Hodunk, indicating his lineage and connection to the Hodunk clan.
2. Are Scooter and Ellie siblings?
Yes, Scooter and Ellie are siblings, both being children of Mad Moxxi. Ellie is also a mechanic and resides in The Dust, where she operates her garage.
3. What happened to Scooter in Borderlands 3?
Scooter dies in Borderlands 3 when the rocket thruster he is on crashes back onto Pandora and explodes, with his final words being his signature catchphrase, “Catch a riiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii-“.
4. Why did Scooter die in Borderlands?
Scooter’s death in Borderlands 3 was a narrative choice made because the voice actor, Michael Turner, had a terminal illness, and the developers chose not to replace him, opting instead to write the character out of the series in a respectful manner.
5. How many kids does Moxxi have in Borderlands?
Mad Moxxi has at least four children, with Ellie and Scooter being confirmed in Borderlands 2 and subsequent DLCs. Another child is mentioned, an older sister also named Scooter, though her whereabouts are unknown, and there is a fourth child whose details are not specified.
6. Why did Moxxi leave Mordecai?
Moxxi left Mordecai because he did not give her enough attention. This led to her pursuing other relationships, including one with Handsome Jack, which also ended poorly, with Jack destroying the Underdome after their breakup.
7. How old is Moxxi in Borderlands 3?
Given the timeline, where Borderlands 3 takes place 7 years after Borderlands 2, and assuming Scooter was roughly 25 in Borderlands 2 and Ellie was 30, Ellie would be around 37 in Borderlands 3. If Moxxi was a young mother at 15 when she had Ellie, this would put Moxxi at approximately 52 years old in Borderlands 3.
8. Who is Moxxi’s son in Borderlands?
Scooter is Moxxi’s son, with his father being Jimbo Hodunk, a member of the Hodunk clan.
9. Who is Scooter’s father in Borderlands 2?
Scooter’s father is Jimbo Hodunk, also referred to as Papa Hodunk, who lacks the ability to speak properly but is considered the brains of the Hodunk clan.
10. Who killed Lucky Zaford?
Scooter is responsible for Lucky Zaford’s death, having buried him alive in a shallow grave, which led to a clan war.
11. Is Ava a Siren in Borderlands?
Ava becomes a Siren after touching Troy Calypso and receiving his Siren abilities, although she was being trained by Maya before this event.
12. What happens to Maya in Borderlands 3?
Maya’s death was planned early in the development of Borderlands 3. She dies at the hands of Troy Calypso in the Promethean Vault.
13. Does Angel die in Borderlands 2?
Yes, Angel dies in Borderlands 2. With her help, the Vault Hunters destroy the Eridium injectors, which ultimately leads to her death.
14. Who has Mad Moxxi slept with?
Moxxi has been with several characters, including Mordecai, Lucky Zaford, Motor Momma, Timothy Lawrence (Handsome Jack’s doppelganger), and Handsome Jack himself.
15. How many ex-husbands does Moxxi have?
Moxxi has been married at least three times to different husbands, including Jimbo Hodunk (Scooter’s father) and Mr. Shank from The Secret Armory of General Knoxx, who is officially her second husband.