For an overview of mutated scorpions in the Fallout series of games, see radscorpion.

	Fallout: New Vegas creature Bark scorpion
	Normal bark scorpion variant
	variants Bark scorpion Bark scorpion hunter location Mojave Wasteland

 

Bark scorpions are creatures found in the Mojave Wasteland in 2281.

BackgroundEdit

Bark scorpions are a genus of radscorpion native to the Mojave Wasteland, which, as their name implies, are mutated from North American Arizona bark scorpions. They are easily identifiable from other species of radscorpion by their light, yellow-brown carapace and that they are much smaller than the common radscorpion.

Despite being a type of radscorpion, they do not get along with their larger cousins, and are frequently preyed upon by them.

CharacteristicsEdit

BiologyEdit

Bark scorpions differ from radscorpions not only in size and coloration, but in attack methodology. Where radscorpions tend to engage a target the second they see it, bark scorpions tend to hang back and try to flank the player if at all possible. This is made worse by their tendency to jump short distances if they detect prey that has gotten too close in a hurry. They tend to appear in groups of 3-4. If encountered in numbers, they frequently try to surround their intended target. Bark scorpions blend in perfectly during the day in the Mojave, and can sometimes be mistaken for desert flora.

Gameplay attributesEdit

The scorpions themselves don't present a very big challenge, usually taking just a few hits to kill. However, they make up for it with their venom, which causes more damage over time, as well as blurred vision. Antivenom will negate the venom's effects. When the player is stung by a bark scorpion, the game will alert them with a message that they are feeling "a little woozy".

Although their low hit points may indicate otherwise, bark scorpions can potentially be dangerous, even for mid-level players if encountered in groups. This is because the effects of the venom stack and can lead to a rapid demise for the player if they are not carrying any antivenom. However, groups of the scorpions are very rare (especially at low levels), and higher level players should be well-equipped to kill them and will most likely not be met with a large challenge in any case.

VariantsEdit

Bark scorpionEdit

The standard bark scorpion with all the characteristics mentioned above. They are about the same size as normal radscorpions, and do a similar amount of damage.

Name (Base ID)	Statistics	Behavior	Abilities	Items
Bark scorpion 0014f475 0016aefa 0015c643 0015c644 0015c645	Level 5 Experience points 50 Perception 3 Hit points 20 Damage Threshold 2 Damage Resistance 0%	Gamebryo AI attributes#Aggression Very aggressive: Will attack enemies and neutrals on sight. Gamebryo AI attributes#Confidence Foolhardy: Will never flee or avoid anyone. Gamebryo AI attributes#Assistance Helps allies: Will help allies.	attack Melee (25 damage) attack Bark scorpion poison (5 poison/sec, -2 PER for 30 seconds)	dead Bark scorpion poison gland

Bark scorpion hunterEdit

Among bark scorpions, these are the largest and most aggressive. They are generally found in the same areas as their smaller counterparts, and can be difficult to distinguish from regular bark scorpions, especially in the heat of combat.

Name (Base ID)	Statistics	Behavior	Abilities	Items
Bark scorpion hunter 0015e910 00164a25 00167e31 0015e90c 0015e90e	Level 5 Experience points 50 Perception 3 Hit points 20 Damage Threshold 2 Damage Resistance 0%	Gamebryo AI attributes#Aggression Very aggressive: Will attack enemies and neutrals on sight. Gamebryo AI attributes#Confidence Foolhardy: Will never flee or avoid anyone. Gamebryo AI attributes#Assistance Helps allies: Will help allies.	attack Melee (30 damage) attack Bark scorpion poison (5 poison/sec, -2 PER for 30 seconds)	dead Bark scorpion poison gland

LocationsEdit

Bark scorpions are primarily found in the desert of the Mojave Wasteland outside of buildings and off of main roads and on rare occasions in abandoned buildings, such as a house in Nipton and a room in the El Rey Motel. They are also found scattered around Zion Canyon, often inside and around buildings.

They can be infuriatingly hard to see due to their brown coloration and lower profile, but are particularly common in and around Hidden Valley, Scorpion Gulch, and around Nipton. There are many that spawn between Wolfhorn Ranch and the Hidden supply cave, near the unmarked Vipers hideout. This is where you will run across many bark scorpion hunters. The first bark scorpion that is normally encountered will most likely be on the road to Goodsprings Cemetery during the quest By a Campfire on the Trail. One may also spawn outside the Prospector Saloon when fast traveling to Goodsprings.

NotesEdit

• Bark scorpion poison glands can be sold for a considerably higher amount of caps than radscorpion poison glands.
• Bark scorpion poison glands are required to make the poisons bleak venom, Mother Darkness, and silver sting.
• Bark scorpions are used in a trap by the owner of the "Declaration of Vital Essence" house in Nipton, activated by a pressure plate in one of the bedrooms. The cage is initially locked and unwary players may be caught by surprise later.
• When the player fast-travels to Hidden Valley, some bark scorpions may spawn beside them.

AppearancesEdit

Bark scorpions only appear in Fallout: New Vegas.

SoundsEdit

• Barkscorpion pincer attack

• Barkscorpion tail attack

• Aware barkscorpion

GalleryEdit

Bark scorpion poison gland

Four bark scorpions in the El Rey Motel

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