Branchtender Linden is one of the Treeminders, who in 2277 lives in the Oasis.
Background
Linden was born in 2252.[1] He is a former member of the Brotherhood Outcasts from the Brotherhood of Steel. Almost killed by deathclaws during a tech scavenging mission, he was rescued by Oasis dwellers. That near-death experience and being healed in Oasis changed his outlook on life, and so he joined the Treeminders.
He is now one of the main armed guardians of this sacred settlement. He is generally found wandering the woods of Oasis or on guard relief for Branchtender Maple. Unlike the other Treeminders, Linden does not think that Harold is a god, rather just something special. He professes his loyalty to Leaf Mother Laurel.
Interactions with the player character
Interactions overview
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This character is essential. Essential characters cannot be killed. | |
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This character is a permanent companion. | |
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This character is a temporary companion. | |
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This character starts quests. |
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This character is involved in quests. | |
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This character is a doctor. |
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This character is a merchant. |  -Sells: - |
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This character can repair items. | Max Repair condition: - |
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This character rents beds. | -.
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This character drops an ear upon death (Contract Killer). | |
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This character drops a finger upon death (Lawbringer). | |
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This character can be enslaved with the Mesmetron. | |
Quests
- Oasis: If you give Harold the enhancer which makes him grow, Linden will give you his unique Outcast power armor.
Inventory
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| Oasis villager robe Oasis druid hood |
R91 assault rifle Brass knuckles or combat knife or knife or lead pipe |
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Notable quotes
- "I've never known someone to show as much caring as you did towards us. It seems to be rare to run into anyone like that anymore."
- "Look around you, Outsider. This place wasn't built by man or made by a machine. This place is a miracle and only a god can perform a miracle."
- "In the name of His Frondescence, I call His wrath upon you, so that, wherever you may go, you bear it with you..."
Appearances
Branchtender Linden appears only in Fallout 3.
Behind the scenes
Linden is the common name in North America for genus Tilia, a type of tree. All of the human residents in Oasis have horticultural names.
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