Grounded | Fallout 76 Wiki

Grounded
Bonus	Energy Resistance +100
Side-Effect	Energy Damage -20%

Grounded is one of the Mutations of Fallout 76 (FO76). Mutations work the same way as Traits did in the previous Fallout games, in that they apply both buffs and debuffs to the player's character.

Grounded Information

This mutation is beneficial to players who are looking to make themselves more "tanky", at the expense of Energy Damage.

• The player gain an immerse +100 energy resistance, buffing defenses.
• But the side effect reduces your Energy Damage by -20%.
  

How to Get Grounded

• Obtain mutations by idling near hazardous waste or within radiated or gas areas, eating radiated food, swimming in or drinking wasteland water. You can also contract mutations from certain enemies such as Feral Ghouls.
• Upgrading the Starched Genes Perk to Rank 2 ensures that Radaway will not cure mutations.
• Upgrading the Starched Genes Perk to Rank 2 ensures that no new mutations can be acquired, guaranteeing you can keep the one you like.

How to Cure Grounded

• Mutations can only be removed by taking Radaway.
• Mutations can be completely prevented by Upgrading and equipping the Starched Genes perk.
• You can change your Mutation by exposing yourself to more hazards and radiation, as mutations can override each other.
• Death does not remove mutations.