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The problem is, something such as killing a man becomes mundane in this work.
According to some of his quotes, he's on bad terms with his father, likely stemming from childhood abuse.[1]
He seems to genuinely hate his profession, with parts of his dialogue admitting that he dislikes shooting people, blames his father for pushing him to serve in law enforcement, often badmouths his superiors and colleagues, secretly longs for the day he can quit, appreciates that federal agents are doing his job for him, and often takes advantage of his position for free drinks and servicing by prostitutes.
Mel can be found working as a lawman in Armadillo (where he appears to be stationed), MacFarlane's Ranch, and Manzanita Post, where will often drink or sit at the campfire. He is also a frequent drinker at the saloon in Armadillo and likes to complain to anyone present, including Walton's gang. However, if Marston has a high enough bounty, Mel will join other lawmen in tracking him to multiple locations around New Austin and Tall Trees.
He can also be encountered during the "It Might Help If You Aim" random encounter, in which he is chasing a random criminal alongside Hank Bellamy or Victor Mansilla. Marston has the option of either helping the lawmen by shooting the felon dead or helping the felon by killing his pursuers. Either choice will affect the player's Honor.
Quotes[]
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The only reason to do this job is the free pokes you get down at the whorehouse.
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—Mel Thaxton
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Saved us doing our jobs and we thank you for it!
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—Mel Thaxton after the player helps him
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If my daddy had hurried up and died earlier, I might have been able to find a better pursuit.
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—Mel Thaxton
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The Marshal's an idiot, that's this place’s problem.
His character model is available for use in the Outfitter under the name RJ Peart.
Upon further inspection, the player may see that Mel has a small knife strapped to his left leg. He can be seen cleaning or inspecting his knife at a campsite in Manzanita Post, similar to Monroe Carver.
Occasionally, in the Armadillo saloon, he can be heard complaining about Marshal Johnson regardless if the player is in 1911 or 1914.
He wears the same outfit as Phillip Ross, only with different colors.
Mel is one of the only law officers, aside from Blackwater's police officers, who will engage in conversations with other NPCs.
In Undead Nightmare, an undead model of him appears on a loading screen in Tall Trees. Despite this, his undead model does not appear in the final game.
Mel Thaxton in an Undead Nightmare loading screen.
References[]
↑Mel Thaxton: "This is all my daddy's fault, I will get rid of the job soon, no I hope." - "If my daddy would hurry up and die earlier, I may find a better pursuit." - "Okay daddy, you win."
