Old Swindler Blues

 is a mission in Red Dead Redemption.

Story
John finds Nigel West Dickens wounded in the desert near his stagecoach. Marston helps him get on his feet and on the stagecoach. Because Nigel is too wounded John has to drive the stagecoach to Armadillo for a doctor. On the way, Marston has to shoot some unhappy customers of West Dickens who are trying to kill him. When arriving at Armadillo, he says he needs some time to recover.

Mission Prerequisites
Before this mission becomes available, the player must complete:
 * Leigh Johnson mission: "Justice in Pike's Basin"

Mission Objectives
To complete this mission, the player must:
 * Drive Nigel's wagon to Armadillo.
 * Protect Nigel from the bandits encountered en route.

Mission Details
Take Nigel West Dickens on a stagecoach ride to Armadillo. However, be careful as you will be attacked by outlaws. Two outlaws will show up and very soon after another two will appear. Nigel has a certain time limit before he dies, which will lower even faster if you drive off the road. Make sure to save your Dead-Eye and use it carefully and make every shot count. If you have a hard time shooting the enemies, shooting at their horses is the next best thing. Also, driving off road will significantly lower his health, so make sure to stay on the road. After taking him to Armadillo, the quest is over and the next quest will begin the next day.

Mission Failure
The mission will fail if the player:
 * Assaults, kills or abandons Nigel West Dickens.
 * Kills the horses pulling the wagon.
 * Fails to reach Armadillo before Nigel expires.
 * Breaks the law.
 * Commits vandalism.
 * Kills townsfolk.
 * Dies.

New Game Elements Introduced

 * Shooting while driving a wagon.

Mission Complete Unlockables

 * Liar's Dice