New Vegas One For My Baby Quest Steps And Character Choices

One For My Baby is one of the most memorable side quests in Fallout: New Vegas, tasking players with discovering who sold Craig Boone's pregnant wife into slavery. Taking place in the settlement of Novac, this narrative-driven quest relies heavily on deduction, exploration, and ethical choices. Navigating the investigation correctly ensures that justice is served while securing a powerful sniper companion for your journey across the Mojave Wasteland.

Initiating the Investigation in Novac

To begin the quest, players must head to the town of Novac and speak with Craig Boone during his night shift inside the giant dinosaur mouth. Boone reveals his tragic backstory and asks you to find out who lured his wife, Carla, into the hands of Caesar's Legion. He gives you his beret and instructs you to lead the guilty party in front of the dinosaur statue at night as a signal for him to take the shot.

Uncovering the Evidence in the Novac Safe

While you can technically trick any resident into walking out in front of the dinosaur, finding the actual proof guarantees a moral and successful outcome. Players should head to the Dino Bite Gift Shop lobby and investigate the floor safe hidden behind the front counter. Unlocking this safe reveals a bill of sale proving that Jeanie May Crawford, the motel manager, sold Carla Boone to Legion slavers for caps.

Executing the Signal and Reporting Back

Once you have acquired the bill of sale, wait until nighttime and talk to Jeanie May Crawford inside her residence or the lobby. Ask her to follow you outside to the front of the dinosaur statue, then equip Boone's beret to signal him. Boone will fire a fatal sniper shot, after which you must return to the dinosaur mouth to show him the proof and finalize his recruitment as a companion.

Alternative Outcomes and Moral Choices

Players also have the choice to bring innocent townspeople to the spot, such as Manny Vargas or Cliff Briscoe. However, presenting an innocent suspect without proper evidence will anger Boone once he realizes the mistake, potentially turning him hostile toward you. Securing the legitimate bill of sale remains the best choice for players looking to gain Boone's trust and unlock his companion perk.