Fallout 4:Flare Gun
| Flare Gun | |
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| Damage | 10 |
| Fire Rate | 3 |
| DPS | 3 |
| Range | 146 |
| Accuracy | 74 |
| Weight | 2 |
| Value | 50 |
| Legendary Effect | None |
| Ammo Type | Flare |
| Magazine Capacity | 1 |
| Item ID | 001025AC |
| Type | Pistol |
| DLC | Fallout 4 |
The flare gun in Fallout 4 is a special weapon that functions differently from conventional firearms. It is a break-action, single-shot device that doesn't focus on inflicting damage. Instead, its primary purpose is to signal for help; when used, it summons the Minutemen, a group of volunteer citizens, to the player's location for assistance. Additionally, the flare gun can be used to attract the attention of Brotherhood of Steel vertibirds, providing further support options.
While it is technically possible to shoot a flare directly at an enemy for a minimal amount of damage, the flare gun is significantly less effective as a combat weapon compared to other options available to the player. It cannot be modified, underscoring its role as a signalling tool rather than a weapon of offense. Its usefulness is also limited in illuminating dark areas, as the launched flares don’t stick to surfaces and take a moment before igniting, making it an impractical choice for lighting.
Flare Gun Gameplay Tips and Tricks
- You can use the Flair Gun once every 24 hours to summon 3-6 Minutemen (and somtimes a dog) to your position. The Minutemen will only spawn if you are within 3-4 map tiles of an owned settlement. Aim the Flare Gun 45 degrees towards the closest settlement for optimal results.
- After completing the main story with the Minutemen, the flare gun is much more useful and can be used in many more locations. It then must be fired within range of a settlement or one of the many Minutemen-occupied checkpoints.
- You cannot use the flare gun to summon the Minutemen onto the Island in the Far Harbour DLC.
- The flair can be used to attract nearby BOS Vertibirds on patrol, if fired in their direction.
How to get the Flare Gun
The player will receive the flare gun from Preston Garvey after completing the quest The First Step for Minutemen Faction. This quest can be started straight after the player first meets Preston Garvey in Concord during the quest [[Fallout 4: When Freedom Calls| When Freedom Calls]].
Weapon Perks
| • Gunslinger • Bloody Mess • Basher • Astoundingly Awesome 2 (with scope) • Ace Operator (with suppressor) |
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