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Fallout 3 Hints

(Optional) Rescue Fawkes from the Observation Cells.

  • 1 of 4: After talking to Fawkes, go north down the corridor that's just to the right of his room.
  • 2 of 4: Kill the two super mutants in the room at the end of the corridor, then use the big fire control console to activate the fire alarm. This will cause all of the isolation room doors to open.
  • 3 of 4: Go back the way you came cautiously, killing any enemies you encounter along the way, including some dork named Sid.
  • 4 of 4: When you return to Fawkes' room, he'll come out the door and talk to you, then start leading the way to the G.E.C.K.