Cryolator (Fallout 4)

The Cryolator is a unique weapon in Fallout 4.
==Background==
The Cryolator was developed by the overseer of Vault 111 as a way to occupy time, waiting for the All-Clear signal from Vault-Tec that never came. Using chemicals and components readily available within the Vault, the prototype was able to be completed, making cryogenic freezing available in a portable, on-demand form.Vault 111 terminal entries; overseer's terminal, Cryolator Conceptually, it is a flamer that shoots ice.
==Characteristics==
The weapon creates a cryogenic spray when fired that fades away at mid-range. Firing continuously at an enemy may freeze it solid and render it unable to move or attack for a period of time. More durable enemies will require a longer exposure to the cryogenic spray, and some cannot be frozen at all. The Cryolator can quickly use up large amounts of ammunition.
The crystallizing barrel mod will convert the weapon into an automatic crystal shooter. This makes the weapon far more ammo-efficient, as well as granting additional benefits, such as increased range, increased damage (crystals do ballistic as well as energy damage) and a very small area of affect. However, the projectiles do not travel particularly quickly and suffer from a noticeable flight trajectory.
===Weapon modifications===
Slot 	Mod 	Description 	Weapon prefix 	 	 	Range change	 	 	 	Components 	Form ID
Barrel	Standard barrel 	Standard. 	– 	–	–	– 	–	–	–	Circuitry x2Glass x3Plastic x3Screw x3Steel x4 	
Barrel	Crystalizing barrel 	Shoots cryogenic capsules. Superior range. 	Crystallized 	+20 	–	+61 	+4 	+5 	+40 	Adhesive x4Circuitry x4Fiber optics x3Glass x3Plastic x7Screw x6Steel x7	
Stock 	Standard stock 	Better recoil. 	– 	–	–	– 	–	–	–	Adhesive x6Plastic x2Screw x8Steel x13 	
Stock 	Recoil compensating stock	Exceptional recoil. 	Recoil compensated	–	–	– 	+6 	+1.5 	+45 	Adhesive x6Aluminum x11Fiberglass x11Rubber x1Screw x8Spring x6 	
Sights	Standard sights 	Standard. 	– 	–	–	– 	–	–	–	Adhesive x1Plastic x2Steel x2 	
Sights	Glow sights 	Improved focus and better sighted accuracy.	Glow-sighted 	–	–	– 	+1 	–	+17 	Adhesive x3Nuclear material x2Plastic x3Steel x3 	
==Location==
Inside Vault 111, in a display case in the overseer's room behind a Master level lock. It cannot be picked up at the beginning of the game due to the inability to pick Master level locks before exiting the Vault. Interaction with the case prompts a line from the Sole Survivor, saying that they will return for it later. An entry on the overseer's terminal in the same room can be found detailing the weapon and why it was built.
==Notes==
* A version of the Cryolator was supposed to appear in the final version of Fallout 3 but was ultimately cut. The two versions have significant differences, such as the longer base stock in the Fallout 3 version and a smaller sized ammunition source in Fallout 4's version.
* Cait may be able to unlock the case far earlier than the Sole Survivor can, granting early access to the weapon.
* The Cryolator's weapon modifications do not require any levels in the Gun Nut or the Science! perks, making it easy to upgrade, even if it is obtained early in the game.
* If a Cryolator is given the Freezing legendary effect, it will increase the weapon's energy damage by 19 points instead of 15 which the description states.
* The Cryolator's model appears to be missing a trigger.
*The Cryolator incorrectly uses fusion cell textures for the cryo cell loaded into it, as well as the cell itself being backwards, with the contact point facing outwards.
* The Cryolator deals energy damage like a Freezing weapon does, despite cryogenic grenades and cryo mines dealing ballistic damage.
==Bugs==
* After a cleared area resets, enemies killed with the Cryolator may respawn lying on the ground, completely unable to move or attack. These enemies will be in this immobile state every time they respawn. 
* Even though it is classed as a heavy weapon, it cannot be placed onto the Contraptions Workshop heavy weapons stand, nor any other weapon rack included in the add-on. 
* In Fallout 4 VR, the player character can simply reach through the case and pick up the Cryolator at the beginning of the game. 
* Dogmeat can no longer be ordered to get the weapon after the 1.34 update. Doing so will glitch the game and Dogmeat will either grab a pipe gun or a combat shotgun and sometimes nothing and the Cryolator will disappear. (The Cryolator still cannot be taken by Dogmeat as of 5/15/2024.)
==Sounds==
			
			
==Gallery==
Fo4 V111 TV 6.png|Central room containing the display case
Vault_111_cryolator.jpg|Cryolator in the display case
Vault_111_cryolator_open_display_case.jpg|Opened display case
Cryolator concept art.png|Concept art
FO4 Cryolator Loading Screen.png|Loading screen slide
Fallout Magic Unexpected Windfall.png|Magic: The Gathering card (Unexpected Windfall)
File:Fallout Magic Unexpected Windfall art.jpg|Card art
File:Fallout Magic Unexpected Windfall art Behind the scenes.jpg|Behind the scenes
==References==
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