How to Grant Curie’s Wish: Getting Her a Synth Body in Fallout 4
So, you want to give Curie a body in Fallout 4? The process, while requiring a few steps, is ultimately straightforward and immensely rewarding. You’ll need to locate Curie, build a strong relationship with her, and then undertake a specific quest line. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to make Curie’s dream of inhabiting a synth body a reality.
The Steps to Giving Curie a Synth Body
- Locate Curie: Your journey begins in Vault 81. This vault is located southwest of Diamond City. Once inside, you’ll need to complete a couple of short quests to gain access to the secret area where Curie is located.
- Complete Vault 81 Quests: First, speak to Austin and agree to take the tour of the vault. Then, find Erin’s lost cat, Ashes. After that, you’ll need to address the mole rat bite situation. It’s during the “Hole in the Wall” quest that you’ll finally be able to access the hidden area where Curie resides.
- Befriend Curie: Once you’ve located Curie, she’ll agree to join you as a companion. Now, you need to build a strong relationship with her by performing actions she approves of.
- Increase Affinity: Curie likes acts of kindness, generosity, and non-violence. Support other characters in need, avoid selfish decisions, and try to resolve situations peacefully. Completing the experiment at the Cambridge Polymer Labs is a significant boost to her affinity.
- Reach Maximum Affinity: Once you reach max affinity (1000 points) with Curie, she will confide in you about her desire to become more human. This will trigger the dialogue that begins her personal quest.
- Begin the “Emergent Behavior” Quest: After reaching high affinity with Curie, she’ll express her wish to become more human. This will activate the “Emergent Behavior” quest.
- Visit Doctor Amari at the Memory Den: Travel to Goodneighbor and enter the Memory Den. Speak with Doctor Amari. Explain Curie’s desire to inhabit a synth body.
- Undergo the Procedure: Doctor Amari will agree to transfer Curie’s consciousness into a synth body. The operation will begin immediately.
- Wait and Return: Doctor Amari requests you leave and return after 24 in-game hours to allow the transfer process to complete.
- Meet the New Curie: When you return, you’ll find Curie in her new synth body. She’ll be with the Synth’s previous caretaker. This is the culmination of the quest, and Curie will remain your companion, now in a brand-new form!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Curie and Her Body
Can Curie be modified after getting a synth body?
Yes, absolutely! Once Curie has her synth body, you can modify her armor and equip her with various items, just like any other humanoid companion. This allows you to customize her appearance and stats to suit your playstyle. Ada and Curie can both be modified to increase their protection, armament, and other capabilities.
Is Curie a good companion to have?
Curie is an excellent companion! She’s not only a skilled medic, with her “Combat Medic” Affinity Perk that heals you once every 24 hours when you’re in trouble, but she also has a positive attitude and a genuine desire to help others. This makes her a valuable asset to any team. She reacts well to good behavior and kind deeds, which makes her generally more agreeable to travel with.
What kind of actions does Curie approve of?
Curie is drawn to acts of kindness, generosity, and peaceful resolutions. She enjoys seeing you help others, avoid unnecessary violence, and make selfless choices. Showing compassion and supporting those in need will quickly earn her favor. Curie likes when the player character is not selfish. Curie likes when the player character is supporting of other characters. Curie likes when the player character tries to prevent violence in dialogue. Curie loves when the player character completes the experiment at the Cambridge polymer labs.
How do I quickly raise Curie’s affinity?
While there’s no single “fast track,” consistent acts of kindness, generosity, and pacifism work best. Focus on helping settlements in need, donating items, and choosing peaceful dialogue options whenever possible. Completing the experiment at Cambridge Polymer Labs is a significant boost. A popular (but cheesy) method involves Dogmeat and Stimpacks as described in the article. But doing nice things consistently works better.
What happens if I dislike Curie’s personality in her robot form?
You might still appreciate Curie’s practicality as a medic in her robot form. However, keep in mind that her personality will remain largely the same even after she receives her synth body. Her core values and moral compass will stay consistent, regardless of her physical form.
Does Curie have any special abilities or perks?
Yes! As mentioned earlier, her “Combat Medic” Affinity Perk heals you automatically when your health is low. This can be a lifesaver in tough situations. Additionally, she’s proficient with energy weapons and makes a formidable combatant.
Can I romance Curie after she gets a synth body?
Yes, you can! Once Curie is in her synth body and you’ve reached maximum affinity, you’ll have the option to romance her. This opens up new dialogue options and allows you to experience a deeper connection with her.
What are the moral implications of transferring Curie to a synth body?
The moral implications are definitely worth considering. You are essentially transferring a consciousness from one form to another, raising questions about identity, sentience, and the rights of artificial beings. Ultimately, the decision rests with you and your character’s beliefs.
Does Curie disapprove of any factions in Fallout 4?
Curie is generally opposed to factions that exploit or harm others. She detests the Institute for their unethical experiments and their treatment of synths as disposable tools. She dislikes the Brotherhood of Steel later on in the game.
Does the Railroad help Curie?
The Railroad helped with giving her a new life in the body of a synth that they rescued, and was the only faction involved in her personal quest.
Can Curie stay a robot?
Yes! You can tell her about the Doctor Amari and then do not have to turn her into a synth. Curie will then no longer bug you about going. She is still useful as a healer in this form.
Can I change Curie’s appearance after she’s a synth?
Yes, you can. She wears armor so you can change that armor, just like you can change armor for any of your companions.
Is Curie based on Marie Curie?
Yes! Curie is a Mrs. Handy Robot Medic who wants to experience life as a human. Marie Curie was a famous scientist.
What are some things to do with Curie that she would approve of?
Supporting settlements, helping the weak, and being generous.
What kind of science did Marie Curie study?
Marie Curie did her research in “radiation phenomena”.
Granting Curie her wish for a body is more than just completing a quest; it’s about giving a unique character a chance to experience the world in a whole new way. It allows players to explore complex themes of identity, artificial intelligence, and the meaning of being human (or, well, synth). It reflects a deep understanding of narrative design in games, a topic explored in depth by the Games Learning Society and at GamesLearningSociety.org. So go out there, explore Vault 81, befriend Curie, and help her achieve her dream!