Fallout is one of the most popular post-apocalyptic games ever made, with the series becoming quite mainstream following Bethesda's acquisition of the IP. The idea of roaming around a wasteland ravaged by nuclear war and encountering a wealth of mutated beings makes for an enticing prospect as players explore these unique landscapes and uncover the wealth of content on offer here.
There are many mutated enemies that players encounter in the game world. Among them, Ghouls are both commonplace and horrific. These mindless beings fling themselves at the player with every given opportunity and attack in packs, making them tough to handle at times. Some ghouls are more special than others and end up making a mark in the player's mind long after they're done interacting with them in the Fallout series.
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UpdatedMay 17, 2024, by Ritwik Mitra: There are so many iconic aspects of the Fallout series that trying to list all of them is an exercise in futility. One aspect of the series that players recognize instantly is the many ghouls that have cropped up all over the world following the nuclear apocalypse. This unique take on the undead is used in clever ways to show the savage nature of the wasteland. Given the sheer number of ghouls that have appeared in the series, it's easy to see why those that stand out have done something special to distinguish themselves from the rest of the pack.
9 The Ghoul (Cooper Howard)
Searching For His Family & Hunting Down The Enclave
- Appears In: Fallout (TV series)
The Fallout TV series is some of the best television that fans can check out. The introduction of this tantalizing world, coupled with a trio of characters personifying the best and worst of the wasteland, makes for a great narrative structure. One of the best characters in the series is the Ghoul himself. Cooper Howard's backstory and combat prowess make him a blast to watch onscreen.
This character's tantalizing backstory is explored over the course of the series, culminating in a stellar season finale. His story succeeded in making many fans sympathize with a creature who's been pretty morally corrupt over the course of the series. Watching his interaction with Lucy in the next season is just one of many tantalizing hooks that will keep fans returning for more.
8 Bobbi No-Nose
A Mobster Who Ropes In The Sole Survivor For A Daring Heist
- Appears In: Fallout 4
In Fallout 4, players have the option to be a vigilante who tackles crime in Goodneighbor. However, they can still aid mobsters in their criminal actions if they want to operate on both sides of the law. Such is the quest that Bobbi No-Nose thrusts upon players, offering a healthy dose of excitement. In it, players tunnel underground to rob one of the most valuable rooms in Night City.
When this plan is eventually discovered, players have the option to either betray Bobbi or stick with her. They can either fight the people who are trying to foil her heist, or talk everyone down to prevent a confrontation. Bobbi's disposition toward the player changes based on the Sole Survivor's actions. Most people prefer to keep her on their good side no matter what happens.
7 Rotface
Loves To Gossip For A Price
- Appears In: Fallout: New Vegas
Ghouls come in all shapes and sizes. Even the ones who play a minor role have a resounding impact on players, which makes these characters all the more memorable. Such is the case with Rotface in New Vegas. This particular Ghoul helps players navigate the complexities of Freeside and understand what goes on in the outskirts of New Vegas.
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For the right price, Rotface will tell players everything they should know about this area. Given how the Courier is usually drowning in bottlecaps at this point, most players will be okay with giving this ghoul a few caps to obtain this information without kicking up too much of a fuss.
6 Jason Bright
Deluded Leader Of The Bright Brotherhood
- Appears In: Fallout: New Vegas
Glowing Ones are some of the most unique ghouls in the series, and players who encounter one of these enemies for the first time in the Fallout titles will definitely be perturbed by their unique appearance. However, there are times when games add a unique spin to these ghouls, and a great example of the same is Jason Bright from Fallout: New Vegas.
A deluded ghoul who wishes to save his followers by flying them on rockets to an area called the Far Beyond, Jason's plan is extremely risky...but the Courier can ensure that this succeeds by killing the Nightkin in the test center's basement and configuring the rockets to not explode. The fact that this Glowing One is extremely charismatic and has convinced many people to join the cause is pretty interesting indeed.
5 Ghoulrilla
A Terrifying Ghoulified Gorilla
- Appears In: Fallout 4
Yet another example of the Fallout games adding a unique spin to the concept of ghouls is the Ghoulrilla. The Nuka-World add-on for Fallout 4 is considered by many to be the best of the bunch, and players love the many new things added in this great expansion.
One enemy that players will dread encountering in this expansion is the Ghoulrilla, a gorilla that has been ghoulified and is a huge threat to the Sole Survivor during their adventures. The enemy looks pretty scary and players would want to blast it with a wealth of powerful weaponry to ensure that they aren't pounded to a pulp.
4 Gob
A Bartender At Moriarty's Saloon Who's Treated Like Dirt
- Appears In: Fallout 3
Gob is one of the more unique characters in Fallout 3, and players can't help but feel sorry for this character when they interact with him for the first time. He's one of the more reviled characters in Megaton who is beaten up for his ghoulish appearance despite having a heart of gold, and players can help out this character if they wish.
He's pretty informative and will tell players a ton of things that will help them out in their journey. If players decide to get rid of the cruel Moriarty and save Gob from his torment, he ends up taking over the bar with Nova. It's a decent fate for a character who has received the short end of the stick for the longest time.
3 Dean Domino
An Egoistic Ghoul Stuck Near The Sierra Madre Casino
- Appears In: Fallout: New Vegas
Fallout: New Vegas has some of the greatest DLCs of all time. Some of these have spectacular and hilarious writing across the board, while others focus on more hardcore and tough experiences. One such character is Dean Domino, a ghoul stuck near the Sierra Madre villa who is enlisted by the Courier to break into the casino vault.
He's far from a respectable character, but it's his fascinating personality that makes him such a blast to interact with. Players need to be very tolerant of his ego if they wish to remain on this good side... but there's nothing wrong with wanting to finish him off for being so overbearing.
2 John Hancock
The Mayor Of Goodneighbor And A Potential Companion
- Appears In: Fallout 4
Fallout 4 has its fair share of detractors, but some iconic moments in the game make it worth checking out. One particular character that fans will have a great time interacting with is John Hancock, the mayor of Goodneighbor who gets involved in a pretty interesting questline.
After helping him out, Hancock can be asked to become a part of the Sole Survivor's adventures across the Commonwealth. He's a great character to engage with and helps out a lot during the many combat encounters players are bound to get into in the game.
1 Raul Tejada
A Sarcastic Ghoul Follower Voiced By Danny Trejo
- Appears In: Fallout: New Vegas
At a glance, Raul seems like a rather innocuous ghoul who is trapped on Black Mountain and needs to be rescued by the Courier. However, he's a pretty skilled gunslinger, and his sarcastic personality is quite hilarious.
The fact that he's voiced by the legendary Danny Trejo makes it clear why so many players love this character and the unique dynamics he brings to the table. His quest is also pretty fun and players can decide his fate after the events of New Vegas if they wish.
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Fallout 4
- Platform(s)
- PC , PS4 , PS5 , Xbox One , Xbox Series X , Xbox Series S
- Released
- November 10, 2015
- Developer(s)
- Bethesda
