Dr. Zimmer is a scientist who is temporarily staying at Rivet City in 2277.
Background
Born in 2219,[1] not much is known about Dr. Zimmer except that he is a scientist from the Commonwealth; formerly the pre-War state of Massachusetts. He specializes in robotics; specifically androids.
Sometime in 2277, Dr. Zimmer left the Commonwealth and headed south to the Capital Wasteland in search of a missing android. He is accompanied by an older model android, Armitage, who serves as his personal bodyguard. After picking up the trail once he got to the Capital Wasteland, Zimmer eventually made his way to Rivet City in the hopes that fellow scientist Dr. Madison Li could assist him in his search for his missing android. On arrival to the Rivet City science lab, he was refused the right to speak with Li by Anna Holt, Li's assistant. Despite being refused assistance, he remains within the lab, refusing to leave and demanding to speak directly with Li. He will refuse to leave until Li, "Stops playing with her chemistry set and starts talking real science.".
Notes
Dr. Zimmer shows utter contempt and disgust for Rivet City and its residents.
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
- The Replicated Man: Zimmer wants you to hunt down a rogue android.
Inventory
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| Grimy pre-War businesswear Eyeglasses |
Shanxi type 17 pistol | Zimmer's key | Android component |
Appearances
Zimmer only appears in Fallout 3.
