How to Kill a Super Mutant Overlord in Fallout

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Stock up on mines.

   Frag mines work best.
   
   Get a good collection of at least 20 before entering an area that may contain Super Mutant Overlords.
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   Step 2: Bring along a precision gun.

   A rifle of any kind will suffice. , Save before entering. , Take aim with V.A.T.S.
   
   Lock onto the weapon the Overlord is carrying (generally a tri-beam laser rifle). , Get in two good shots, at least.
   
   This will break the gun in the Overlord's hands, rendering them defenseless. , The Overlord will not flee like regular Mutants, but instead attack with its bare hands. , Wait for it to plow into it, then perform the same maneuver again. ,
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   Step 3: Travel to the area boasting the Super Mutant Overlord.

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   Step 4: Locate the Super Mutant Overlord.

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   Step 5: Bring out your land mines.

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   Step 6: Sidestep its punches

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   Step 7: then throw out a mine.

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   Step 8: Keep laying mines until the Overlord is dead.

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