Fallout 76: Inside the Vault – Pioneer Scouts and Backpacks – April 25, 2019

April 25, 2019

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Please Note: This article previously stated that Backpacks will remain function while wearing Power Armor.

This was incorrect. Backpacks are unequipped and do not offer any benefits while you are in Power Armor. We apologize for the miscommunication and have made this correction below, as well.

This week, we’re sharing a preview of our “Ever Upwards!” Wild Appalachia update that’s currently slated to arrive with Patch 9 on May 7. Read on to learn how you can join the Pioneer Scouts and unlock your first Backpack. We’ve also included reminders about this weekend’s double XP event and our ongoing Fallout 76 community streams.

Double XP Event This Weekend!

You can earn twice the normal amount of XP all weekend long, starting today at 12:00 p.m. EDT. This is our second of two Double XP events, but this time the bonus is available in both Adventure and Survival Modes. Catch the details below and then log in to start leveling-up faster than ever before.

Modes: Adventure and Survival Beta
Start: 12:00 p.m. EDT (16:00 UTC) on Thursday, April 25
End: 6:00 a.m. EDT (10:00 UTC) on Monday, April 29

Upcoming Fallout 76 Streams

Can’t get enough Fallout 76? Neither can we! We’ve recently begun streaming our adventures in the Wasteland every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. EDT. Join members of the Bethesda Community Team as they take a look at the latest Fallout 76 content and explore Appalachia. Be sure to tune in next Wednesday, May 1 on the following platforms:

Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/bethesda
Mixer: https://mixer.com/Bethesda

The Pioneer Scouts Want YOU!

The intrepid Pioneer Scouts have a long history of inspiring the children of Appalachia to strive “ever upwards” on missions of self-improvement and the betterment of their communities. However, a lack of interested children in the wake of the Great War has caused active scout numbers to dwindle. So, the Pioneer Scouts are taking their philosophy of inclusivity to a whole new level by accepting recruits of all ages.

If you think the Pioneer Scouts are right for you, check out the posters at Train Stations around Appalachia, or unlock one for your C.A.M.P. for free in the Atomic Shop through June 9.

Have You Got What It takes?

As a novice Tadpole, you will need to prove you’ve embraced the Pioneering lifestyle by completing activities that demonstrate their core values: kindness, helpfulness, bravery, and growth. You can also earn badges that show your mastery over traditional activities, like swimming, archery, cooking, athletics, and more. In addition to measuring individual growth, badges will come in handy at Pioneer Scout vending machines. Trade your badges in for themed loot that you can use to enhance your C.A.M.P. and show off your Pioneering spirit.

Once you’ve been promoted to the rank of the mighty Possum, you will be able to pursue tougher badges and will be rewarded with your first backpack (more on that in a moment).

Are You Afraid of the Dark?

Listening to spooky stories around the glow of a campfire is time-honored Pioneer Scout tradition. Head to Camp Adams after nightfall to hear about the Terrors of the Dark. Listen closely, but be sure to look over your shoulder for any real creepy creatures that may be lurking in the shadows. Don’t worry too much, this story was originally told to more age-appropriate Tadpoles and Possums, so it won’t be too scary for most veterans of the Wasteland.

New Feature - Backpacks

Backpacks are new functional items being introduced with Ever Upwards that you can equip to increase your carry weight, so that you have room for more supplies when you head into the great outdoors. They are also customizable and can be modded to fit your fashion sense and personal tastes.

Check out these concepts the Fallout 76 Art Team put together while designing Backpacks! Not all of these made it into the game, but we thought it would be fun to share a look at the creative process.

You can also apply one of several functional mods to your backpack so that it’s better suited to the needs of your next big excursion. A few of the mods you that you can learn to craft include: increased carry capacity (it is a backpack, after all), armor plating for more damage resistance, and even a refrigeration unit, which will give any food within some added shelf-life. However, many of these utility mods will take up some space once installed, and will reduce some of the bonus storage your backpack provides.

Your backpack will remain visible over your outfits and armor~~, and while you won’t be able to see it while wearing Power Armor, you will still benefit from its carry weight bonus and the current utility mod you’ve applied~~. Additionally, whenever you learn a new backpack mod it will apply to all types of backpacks you can craft, so you won’t need to re-learn mods every time you try out a different pack.

Correction: Backpacks are unequipped when entering a set of Power Armor.

We can’t wait to get backpacks into your hands with our Ever Upwards update, and we hope you will take them with you wherever your travels may lead.

Join us again next week for another Inside the Vault, where we will be sharing a look at additional Patch 9 features and content, like Player Vending, C.A.M.P. décor, and more!

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