In the vast, dangerous wasteland of Fallout 4, finding ways to increase your survivability is essential. One of the most sought-after collectibles is the Medicine Bobblehead. Once collected, it provides a permanent bonus: Stimpaks heal 10% more damage. Here is your comprehensive guide to tracking it down.
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Location: Vault 81
The Medicine Bobblehead is hidden within Vault 81, located west of Diamond City. Unlike many other bobbleheads found in open areas, this one is tucked away in a restricted, secret section of the vault that you cannot access during your first visit.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Gain Entry: Travel to Vault 81 and complete the entry requirements. You will need to donate three Fusion Cores to the Overseer or pass a high Charisma check to gain access.
- Start the Quest: To reach the bobblehead, you must trigger the quest “Hole in the Wall.” This quest becomes available after you have completed a few other side quests in the vault (such as helping Dr. Penske or playing with the kids) and have rested for 24 hours.
- Enter the Secret Vault: During the “Hole in the Wall” mission, you will discover a hidden area of the vault that has been sealed off. Proceed through the secret laboratory section.
- Locate Curie’s Office: Navigate through the dangerous, radioactive corridors of the secret facility. You are looking for Curie’s Laboratory.
- Claim the Prize: Inside the laboratory, look for a desk near the elevator or terminal area. The Medicine Bobblehead will be sitting right there on the desk, waiting to be picked up.
Why It Matters
The Medicine Bobblehead is invaluable for players on Survival Difficulty or those who rely heavily on Stimpaks to stay alive in combat. Since the bonus is passive and permanent, you never have to worry about equipping it; simply picking it up grants the buff instantly.
Pro-Tip: Make sure to bring plenty of Rad-X and RadAway, as the secret section of Vault 81 is heavily irradiated. Good luck, Vault Dweller!
