Fallout Test

The IDRLabs Fallout Test is inspired by psychometric methodology and based on research into the characters of the live-action series. The test provides feedback such as the following:

Thaddeus

Thaddeus is a Brotherhood of Steel initiate who masks deep-seated insecurities with aggressive posturing and petty bullying. He relies on the rigid hierarchy of his organization to assert dominance over those he perceives as weaker, using intimidation to hide his own lack of genuine confidence. When faced with the harsh realities of the wasteland, his bravado quickly crumbles into panic and desperate bargaining. His journey is defined by a frantic need for survival and a fear of being discarded by the authority figures he craves to please. Ultimately, Thaddeus represents the fragile nature of status when it is built on fear rather than internal strength.

Norm MacLean

Norm MacLean is a cautious, observant investigator who navigates the claustrophobic secrets of his vault with dry wit and growing moral resolve. Initially content to drift through life with a sarcastic, detached attitude, he is forced into a reluctant heroism when he realizes his community is built upon a foundation of institutional lies. He prefers to avoid direct confrontation, often using humor as a shield, yet he possesses a sharp, analytical mind that refuses to ignore uncomfortable truths. Driven by a deep-seated need for clarity, he evolves from an apathetic observer into a persistent seeker of justice, willing to challenge authority to protect those he loves.

The Ghoul / Cooper Howard

The Ghoul / Cooper Howard is a weary, cynical gunslinger who navigates the irradiated ruins of Los Angeles with ruthless pragmatism and a sharp, defensive wit. Once a celebrated Western actor and devoted family man, he now operates as a bounty hunter who has traded his idealism for the cold necessity of survival. He views the world through a lens of deep suspicion toward powerful institutions, having witnessed the systemic corruption that led to the Great War. While he often masks his vulnerability with transactional cruelty and sarcasm, he remains tethered to a buried, stubborn code of honor and a lingering, painful hope for his lost family.

Hank MacLean

Hank MacLean is the dedicated Overseer of Vault 33 who masks a rigid, technocratic agenda behind a facade of paternal warmth and institutional stability. He views the world through a binary lens, believing that Vault-Tec’s controlled experiments are the only path to a sustainable future for humanity. While he genuinely loves his children, his absolute loyalty to corporate ideology leads him to commit horrific acts, including the destruction of entire communities to protect vault secrets. Hank is a man of profound contradictions, balancing his role as a nurturing father with the cold, calculated pragmatism of a true believer who justifies any atrocity for the greater good.

Maximus

Maximus is a desperate Brotherhood of Steel soldier who views the world through the lens of power, status, and survival. Raised as an orphan in a brutal environment, he believes that joining a powerful institution is the only way to shield himself from weakness and insignificance. He is defined by a constant internal conflict between his opportunistic impulses and a developing moral conscience. While he often acts impulsively to secure his standing or protect his own life, he is frequently haunted by the consequences of his choices. He craves belonging and validation, yet his journey reveals a growing disillusionment with the rigid, hypocritical authority he once worshipped.

Lee Moldaver

Lee Moldaver is a revolutionary technologist and leader whose ethics are rooted in anti-corporate resistance and a fierce, unyielding loyalty to the people of the New California Republic. She operates as a visionary who views the world through a long-term lens, willing to sacrifice her own safety and employ ruthless tactics to dismantle the corrupt systems of Vault-Tec. Her core contradiction lies in her willingness to commit acts of violence and kidnapping to achieve a future of shared, clean energy for the wasteland. She is a figure of grim compassion, balancing a cold, strategic mind with a deep, persistent love for the lost civilization she fights to restore.

Lucy MacLean

Lucy MacLean is an optimistic and resilient vault dweller whose unwavering commitment to the golden rule serves as both her greatest strength and her most dangerous vulnerability. Raised in the sheltered environment of Vault 33, she possesses a rare blend of earnest kindness and surprising tactical competence. When forced into the unforgiving wasteland to rescue her father, her idealistic worldview faces a brutal collision with reality. She navigates betrayal and moral ambiguity by choosing empathy over cynicism, even when it puts her at direct risk. Lucy remains a seeker of genuine connection, constantly striving to maintain her personal integrity while uncovering the dark secrets of her own origins.