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When venturing into the Sierra Madre in Fallout New Vegas, it’s essential to know that you can’t bring much gear or companions with you, except for quest items and perks, which play a crucial role in your survival and success. The only companion that can be brought for a unique experience and closure is Veronica, but she can’t enter the Dead Money DLC with you, so it’s recommended to talk to her before leaving to get special dialogue options.

Introduction to Sierra Madre

The Sierra Madre is a unique location in Fallout New Vegas, with its own set of rules and challenges, and understanding what you can and can’t bring with you is vital to navigating its toxic clouds, traps, and enemies.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Information

Q: Can you take all the gold bars in Sierra Madre? A: Yes, it is possible to escape the Sierra Madre Casino Vault with all 37 gold bars and trap Elijah in the vault for the Safety Deposit Box achievement.
Q: Can you bring Veronica to Sierra Madre? A: Veronica is the only follower you should consider for a unique experience, but she can’t be brought into the Dead Money DLC.
Q: What items are missable in Dead Money? A: Anything you don’t take out of the Sierra Madre is missable, except for the Holorifle, which the game gives to you.

Gameplay and Strategies

Q: How to DAB on Father Elijah and escape Sierra Madre with ALL 37 GOLD BARS! A: To DAB on Father Elijah and escape with all 37 gold bars, hide behind the cylinder until he makes his way around to the main vault door, then make a dash for the exit.
Q: What is the best gear in Dead Money? A: The best weapons early in Dead Money are cosmic knives and their variants and bear trap fists, as they don’t have a skill requirement.
Q: Can you sneak out the Sierra Madre vault undetected? A: Yes, immediately after exiting the vault, leave the vault door ajar and sneak to the far right of the door area, into shadow, and Elijah will not notice you.

Companions and Characters

Q: Can you find Christine after killing Elijah? A: No, after you kill Elijah, the DLC ends, and you are supposed to be teleported back to the fountain, and you will never see Christine again.
Q: Can you romance Christine in Fallout New Vegas? A: If the player character has at least 75 Medicine and initiates a specific dialogue option, there is an additional dialogue option when discussing Christine’s love interest.
Q: How to avoid killing Christine? A: To avoid killing Christine, do not attack her, instead, run towards the elevator you first entered, and make sure she is following you, and she will eventually become civil again and let you talk to her.

Exploration and Achievements

Q: Can you go back to the Sierra Madre after beating Dead Money? A: Sadly, you cannot return to the Sierra Madre after beating Dead Money, so make sure to take all 37 gold bars before leaving.
Q: How do you get Father Elijah in the vault? A: Hide behind the cylinder until he makes his way around to the main vault door, then make a dash for the exit, and he will engage the defenses in the vault, trapping himself.
Q: Can you get banned from the Sierra Madre FNV? A: Yes, after winning 10,000+ chips, the Courier will be banned from playing games in the Sierra Madre casino, but can still use its other functions.

Miscellaneous

Q: Is Fallout Dead money worth it? A: Yes, Dead Money is worth playing, as it offers a unique narrative and gameplay experience, despite being challenging.
Q: Why is it called Dead Money? A: Dead Money is a slang term for any investment that has shown little or no growth over a protracted period, and in the context of the DLC, it refers to the gold bars and the Sierra Madre itself.
Q: What level should I play Dead Money? A: You should start Dead Money at a minimum of level 20, and the recommended order for the DLCs is Dead Money, Honest Hearts, Old World Blues, and Lonesome Road.