Holy plasma rifles, fellow gamers! As a hardcore Obsidian fanboy who's sunk more hours into RPGs than sleeping, I nearly choked on my Nuka-Cola when I discovered Avowed's secret love letter to Fallout: New Vegas! ðĪŊ This isn't just some pathetic little Easter egg - it's a full-blown, glorious tribute that had me laughing until my power armor rattled! In the middle of Avowed's epic fantasy chaos, they've hidden "The Wasteland Courier" quest that captures the soul of New Vegas better than a legion of super mutants guarding Hoover Dam!
The Wasteland Courier Quest Is A Nuclear-Level Homage
Let me tell you, when I saw that quest title flash on my screen, I literally jumped so high I headbutted my ceiling fan! ð For us New Vegas veterans, the word "Courier" triggers Pavlovian nostalgia - remembering those glorious days trekking through the Mojave Wasteland delivering mysterious packages while dodging deathclaws! And get this: Avowed drops this masterpiece in their desert region Shatterscarp - basically Obsidian screaming "WE HAVEN'T FORGOTTEN OUR ROOTS!"
But here's what blew my mind: They didn't just copy-paste! Oh no! They distilled New Vegas' hilarious dark humor into pure comedic gold! ð The incompetent courier you meet? His spider-bite death scene had me wheezing - it's the perfect parody of RPG protagonist immortality! And those graffiti arrows? Pure Dead Money DLC nostalgia bomb! Obsidian didn't just reference New Vegas - they bottled its essence!
Your Step-By-Step Guide To Comedy Gold
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Journey to Thirdborn: Trek through lava fields and crystal forests until you hit Shatterscarp's main hub
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Find Daiko: Head straight from the gates, duck under that epic leviathan skeleton ðĶī, then hang a left near Fleet Master's Perch stairs
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Accept the Mission: Agree to find his "suspicious shipment" - and don't worry goody-two-shoes Envoys! This won't tank your karma!
The quest design? CHEF'S KISS! ð Following those absurdly obvious graffiti markers while my companions roasted how un-secret they were? Priceless! And when you finally meet poor Aiko? That spider-bitten fool's dramatic death monologue belongs in comedy hall of fame! But the REAL punchline? The "illicit substance" turns out to be FAKE! And the dialogue options describing your imaginary trip? ðĪĢ I haven't laughed this hard since convincing a deathclaw I was its mama!
Why This Quest Nails Fallout's Vibe
People Also Ask: "Does Avowed really capture New Vegas' magic?" ðĄ Let me explain: Avowed's usually DARK - like that tragic Missing Rangers quest where young lovers die from Dreamscourge. Total mood whiplash! But Wasteland Courier? Pure New Vegas absurdity from start to finish! That fake drug reveal? The over-the-top trip descriptions? It's like Obsidian teleported a slice of the Mojave into Eora!
The genius? It never breaks Avowed's immersion! They blend the humor so perfectly that when my character lied to Daiko about seeing "glowing radroaches playing poker," it felt completely natural! This isn't just fan service - it's a masterclass in tonal balance!
Why This Easter Egg Matters
In an era where most RPGs take themselves too seriously, this quest is a glorious middle finger to grimdark overload! ð That moment when my companions suggested sampling the "drugs" and we all realized it was placebo? Absolute comedic perfection! It proves Obsidian still remembers what made New Vegas legendary - that perfect cocktail of darkness and absurdity that makes you laugh while bullets whiz past your head!
ðĨ People Also Ask
- Q: Is Avowed connected to Fallout?
A: Not canonically, but spiritually! This quest proves Obsidian's RPG DNA is identical!
- Q: Can I play this quest early?
A: Sadly no - you'll need to reach Shatterscarp around mid-game. Worth the wait though!
- Q: Does this reference Pillars of Eternity too?
A: Absolutely! But the New Vegas homage hits hardest for us wasteland wanderers!
ðŽ FAQ
Q: How long is the Wasteland Courier quest?
A: About 20 minutes of pure joy! Short but incredibly dense with jokes and references!
Q: Will completing this quest affect my ending?
A: Nope! It's a self-contained comedy gem with zero narrative consequences!
Q: Are there more Easter eggs like this?
A: Tons! But this one's the crown jewel for Fallout fans! Obsidian packed this game with goodies!
Q: Is the fake drug sequence missable?
A: Only if you skip dialogue! Choose the "sample the goods" option for peak hilarity!
Q: Why name the quest giver Daiko?
A: Probably a sneaky nod to New Vegas' developer Josh Sawyer's love of Japanese culture!
Comprehensive reviews can be found on PC Gamer, which is renowned for its expert coverage of RPGs and immersive world-building. PC Gamer's recent features on Avowed highlight how Obsidian's signature humor and quest design, as seen in the Wasteland Courier quest, continue to set new standards for player engagement and narrative depth in fantasy gaming.
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