Eleanor Finch
In the Fallout 4 side quest Last Voyage of the U.S.S. Constitution, the player must help Captain Ironsides repair the USS Constitution and return it to the ocean. After completing the quest, the player can choose to ride the ship to its destination and survive by using a companion to activate the auxiliary generator in the last step and then sprinting to the dinghy elevator at the back of the ship. The player must reach the dinghy before the companion activates the switch. The auxiliary power can be found on the roof of the building that the player activates before taking off, and in the game, it is located on top of the Royal Arms Apartments.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Location of auxiliary power | On top of the Royal Arms Apartments building |
| How to activate | Head upstairs in the building and power the generator |
| Outcome | The ship will take off and get stuck on another building |
| Alternative outcome | The player can ride the ship to its destination by using a companion to activate the auxiliary generator and then sprinting to the dinghy elevator at the back of the ship |
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What You'll Learn
The USS Constitution quest
The USS Constitution is a side quest in Fallout 4. The player, referred to as the Sole Survivor, is tasked with helping Captain Ironsides and his robot crew to return the USS Constitution to the ocean.
Upon approaching the ship, the Sole Survivor is greeted by Lookout, who tells them to meet with Captain Ironsides on the ship's main deck. After this conversation, the quest begins. The player must enter the bank building, turn north, and head up to the second floor. They will then need to find Mr. Navigator and repair the ship's power cables with their technical knowledge or by finding wires. After repairing the power, the player must talk to Mr. Navigator again, who will ask them to find the Guidance Chip stolen by nearby scavengers.
The player can choose to side with the scavengers or Captain Ironsides. If they side with the scavengers, Davies will sabotage the turbopump bearings, and the player must install them in the captain's room. They must then return to Captain Ironsides and power the auxiliary generator on top of the Royal Arms Apartments building. This will cause an explosion on the ship, and the robots will become hostile. The player must kill the robots and then talk to Mandy downstairs. However, Mandy will double-cross the player, and they will have to kill all the scavengers, including Mandy and Davies, to complete the quest.
Alternatively, if the player sides with Captain Ironsides, they must install the non-sabotaged turbopump bearings. After powering the auxiliary generator, the ship will take off and get stuck on another building. The player can ride the ship to its destination and survive by using a companion to activate the auxiliary generator in the final step and then sprinting to the dinghy elevator at the back of the ship. However, the player will likely die if they attempt to jump onto the ship's deck during takeoff.
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Activating the auxiliary generator
Firstly, you need to decide whether to side with Captain Ironsides or the Scavengers. If you choose to side with the Scavengers, Davies will provide you with sabotaged turbopump bearings. Install these in the captain's quarters on the second deck of the USS Constitution. Exit the ship and make your way to the Royal Arms Apartments building, where you will find Mandy. She will instruct you to head upstairs and power the auxiliary generator. Activating the generator will cause an explosion on the ship, and the robots will become hostile. You will need to defeat the robots and then confront Mandy, who will double-cross you, leading to an attack by all the scavengers.
Alternatively, if you side with Captain Ironsides, you will need to install the non-sabotaged turbopump bearings. After dealing with the Scavengers, Ironsides will reward you with a unique cannon weapon, the Broadsider. He will then instruct you to power the nearby auxiliary generator.
To successfully activate the auxiliary generator and survive, it is crucial to use a companion or a follower. Instruct your companion to investigate the switch and delay them from activating it. Meanwhile, sprint to the dinghy elevator at the back of the ship. You must reach the dinghy before the companion activates the switch. Try sending them to a spot a few floors down and then commanding them to activate the switch. The hatch into the USS Constitution remains accessible until the countdown ends and the ship begins moving.
Note that talking to Ironsides while the ship is in motion may cause the game to crash. Additionally, standing at the very back of the ship near the dinghy elevator before takeoff is your best chance for survival, as the player character will likely die when the ship hits the building. With careful timing and coordination, you can successfully activate the auxiliary generator and experience the thrilling conclusion of the USS Constitution questline in Fallout 4.
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Repairing power cables
In the context of the video game Fallout 4, the USS Constitution is a ship that the player can assist in taking to the ocean. The auxiliary power can be activated by heading to the attic of the second building on the southern side of the road and flipping the circuit breaker.
Now, to repair power cables, here is a step-by-step guide:
Firstly, it is important to note that if there is extensive damage to the power cable, it may be safer to purchase a new one. For minor repairs, you can use electrical tape to wrap around the damaged area. Ensure that the tape is well-sealed and that there are no exposed metal wires, as electrical tape resists electricity.
If you are repairing a plug, inspect the replacement cord cap for labels that indicate where each wire fits. The slots may be labelled with colours like "black" and "white", which correspond to the wires inside the electrical cord. Match these colours to the insulation on each wire. If there are no labels, the black power wire connects to the orange brass screw, the white neutral wire connects to the silver screw, and the green ground wire connects to the green screw.
For repairing a cord, start by cutting off the damaged portion. You can then apply metal solder with a soldering iron for a stronger fix. Be careful, as soldering irons get extremely hot. After soldering, cover the repaired area with a PVC or heat shrink tube and use a heat gun to shrink it. Lastly, plug in your repaired cord to test if it works.
If you are repairing a power cable with a plug, simply cut off the damaged cable and add a new plug to the end. You can open the plug, place the wires inside, and screw it closed.
Always test your repaired cord in a safe manner. Shut off the power to the outlet before plugging in the repaired cord, and stay away from the repaired portion. If you notice any unusual behaviour, such as hissing sounds or smoke, immediately shut off the power.
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The role of Captain Ironsides
Captain "Old Ironsides" is a nickname given to the USS Constitution after its defeat of HMS Guerriere in 1812. The nickname was earned when 18-pound iron cannonballs launched by the Guerriere bounced off the Constitution's hull, leading one British sailor to exclaim, "Huzza! Her sides are made of iron!".
In the video game Fallout 4, there is a character named Captain Ironsides who is the captain of the USS Constitution. In the game, the Sole Survivor is drafted by Captain Ironsides to assist him and his robot crew in their quest to return the USS Constitution to the ocean. The player must meet with Captain Ironsides on the ship's main deck to begin the quest.
Throughout the quest, the player interacts with Captain Ironsides multiple times. At one point, the player retrieves FLL3 turbopump bearings and installs them in the captain's quarters on the second deck. Later, the player agrees to turn on the auxiliary power by entering a building, heading to the attic, and flipping a circuit breaker.
It is worth noting that the USS Constitution in Fallout 4 is a fictional representation of the real-world USS Constitution, and the character of Captain Ironsides is unique to the game.
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The ship's explosion
The USS Constitution, also known as Old Ironsides, is a three-masted wooden-hulled heavy frigate of the United States Navy and the world's oldest commissioned naval warship still afloat, having been launched in 1797.
In the Fallout 4 side quest "Last Voyage of the U.S.S. Constitution", the player can cause the ship to explode. The player must first retrieve the FLL3 turbopump bearings and give them to Mandy, who will sabotage them. The player must then install the sabotaged bearings in the captain's quarters on the ship's second deck. After agreeing to turn on the auxiliary power, the player must head to the attic of the second building on the southern side of the road and flip the circuit breaker, causing the ship's rockets to fail and the ship to explode.
It is possible to survive the explosion by using a companion to activate the auxiliary generator in the last step of the quest and then sprinting to the dinghy elevator at the back of the ship. The player must reach the dinghy before the companion activates the switch. Talking to Ironsides while the ship is in motion may cause the game to crash. If the player does not manage to escape, they will likely die when the ship hits a building.
In real life, the USS Constitution did not explode, but it was involved in several notable incidents, including a battle with the British ship HMS Java during the War of 1812, in which Constitution earned the nickname "Old Ironsides". The ship also transported Andersonville prisoners to "Camp Parole" in Annapolis, Maryland, in 1865. Later that year, the Constitution was destroyed by fire while docked in Annapolis.
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Frequently asked questions
The auxiliary power on the USS Constitution can be activated in the building where the ship crashed, adjacent to Faneuil Hall.
To get to the auxiliary power, enter the building and take one of the two elevators on the ground floor to reach the ship.
Once you reach the auxiliary power, head to the attic, open the lid, and flip the circuit breaker.
