Non-Lethal Framework

Non-Lethal Framework adds the ability to restrain hostile humanoid NPCs non-lethally using a newly added, thoughtfully integrated item - handcuffs.

How It Works

Restraining NPCs

You can use the new Restrain interaction option on NPCs who have been knocked out using EM weapons or pacified through the Diplomacy or Manipulation social skill perks. Restrained NPCs will be disarmed and will remain restrained until you attempt to restrain another NPC elsewhere.

NPCs pacified by the Diplomacy social skill perk will act as if surrendering by raising their hands, rather than returning to normal behavior.

Follow and Release

Restrained NPCs can be ordered to follow you using the Follow interaction option. While following, the Release option will not be available. Order them to stay and once seated they can be released using the Release interaction option.

Releasing an NPC returns your handcuffs and removes their hostility. Released NPCs will return to their normal behaviors after leaving the area. After killing a restrained NPC, you may also pick your handcuffs back up.

Handcuffs

Handcuffs can be crafted at the industrial workbench and have been added to the following leveled lists via script for compatibility and immersion:

Trade Authority (global list)
UC Distribution
UC Surplus
Security Guards (global list and one quest-related dead guard list)

Note: Due to changes in recent game updates, you must bash or damage KO'd NPCs to get interaction options to appear. A workaround is available - install Simple Immersive Looting or Shades Immersive Looting, which adds a default activation option that allows Non-Lethal Framework's interaction options to display on KO'd NPCs.