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Comprehensive Guide to Completing the 'Form Ranks' Quest in Fallout 4

Introduction

In Fallout 4, the 'Form Ranks' quest is a crucial mission within the Brotherhood of Steel storyline. It brings players closer to understanding the Brotherhood's hierarchy while providing essential insights into their operations and objectives. This guide will give you a thorough step-by-step walkthrough to help you efficiently navigate through this quest, ensuring you complete it successfully and make the most of your time in the Commonwealth.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

  1. Start the Quest

    • Ensure you have completed the previous Brotherhood of Steel quest, 'Call to Arms.'
    • Speak with Paladin Danse at the Cambridge Police Station. He will inform you of the need to recruit new members into the Brotherhood of Steel.

  2. Receive Instructions

    • After speaking with Danse, he will direct you to a Recruitment Center.
    • Fast Travel to the location indicated on your map. If you haven't discovered it yet, head southeast from the police station to locate it.

  3. Reach the Recruitment Center

    • Upon arrival, you'll find a building marked as the Recruitment Center.
    • Enter the building and explore the area. Look out for any hostile creatures as they may be present inside.

  4. Speak with the Recruiter

    • Inside the Recruitment Center, approach Knight Rhys, who is your point of contact.
    • Rhys will explain the recruitment process and provide you with a Recruitment Badge necessary for the quest.

  5. Locate Potential Recruits

    • Your primary objective is to find three potential recruits in the surrounding area. They are:
      • Arthur Maxson – He is located in the Speakeasy in the Museum of Freedom.
      • Merrill – You can find him at the Slog, located northeast of the Museum of Freedom.
      • Marcie – She is at the Greentech Genetics in Cambridge.

  6. Recruiting Arthur Maxson

    • Travel to the Museum of Freedom and locate Arthur Maxson.
    • Initiate a conversation; he will require convincing. Use dialogue options to express the Brotherhood's values.
      • "We need your skills."
      • "The Brotherhood is the best chance for survival."
        • If successful, he will agree to join and provide useful intel.

  7. Recruiting Merrill

    • Next, head to the Slog.
    • Speak with Merrill; he is hesitant about joining the Brotherhood. *
      • Use you charisma or previous dialogues to persuade him.
      • Present the benefits of joining the Brotherhood.
        • If successful, he will join your ranks.

  8. Recruiting Marcie

    • Finally, travel to Greentech Genetics.
    • Talk to Marcie; she will also express doubt about joining. *
      • Emphasize Brotherhood's commitment to protecting the Commonwealth.
      • Provide examples of the Brotherhood’s past achievements.
        • If you convince her, she will sign up.

  9. Return to Paladin Danse

    • After successfully recruiting all three individuals, return to Cambridge Police Station.
    • Speak with Paladin Danse again to inform him of your progress.

  10. Quest Completion

    • Danse will acknowledge your success, and you will receive a recruitment bonus.
    • This will conclude the 'Form Ranks' quest.

Conclusion

Completing the 'Form Ranks' quest in Fallout 4 not only advances your Brotherhood of Steel storyline but also enhances your reputation and influence in the game. By following this guide, you have successfully navigated the challenges of recruitment and have contributed to the Brotherhood's cause. Continue your adventure in the Commonwealth and seize the opportunity to explore more quests and challenges as you go!