Duke Long
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Have we seen Johnny Sorrow since the fight on Themyscira? The last thing I remember was him teleporting away after getting shot.
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Have we seen Johnny Sorrow since the fight on Themyscira? The last thing I remember was him teleporting away after getting shot.
That's exactly what he did...I don't understand why John obsessed over managing the Helmet when it was tearing him apart. With the helmet in a different room, John was just a Lord of Chaos. Following Paul's advice, he tried to become a Lord of Balance as a Lord of Chaos wearing the Helmet. So… why didn't John just give up on the task? John gives up on other stuff (civilians, explaining magic…) all the time.
Ah, the joys of having the biggest technological advantage in the wastelands. But limited ability to maintain and expand on that advantage. And this way, he reduces the odds of one of his most valuable assets being wrecked when the protagonist's curse comes calling.17th September 2282
Midday
Vertibirds aren't the fastest thing in the 23rd century, but they've got excellent mechanical reliability and endurance. And a far higher flight ceiling than the handful of propeller-driven fighter planes in Caesar's service. I suppose that I could have taken a flying saucer back, but I'd much rather put them back into active service for the infiltration teams rather than acting as a taxi service for me.
So, crazy, but manageably so. And with any luck, she'll die before long of those injuries and they can work with someone with more brains.The Shi's fighters escorted us part of the way, but had to turn north into Ouroboros territory in order to recharge. She is willing to let us use her airbases in part due to her friendship with Diana and in part in exchange for joining the alliance against the Legion. I've also agreed to augment her at some point, both with psionics and -if we can get it to work- FEV. She's a hardcore eugenicist who's been proclaiming her own divinity to anyone who would listen ever since she left Twin Mothers, and after her second in command rebelled against her she's looking to put that on some sort of evidential basis. I'm a little concerned about what happens if what we do fixes whatever damage her brain took during the Legion's conquest of the Twisted Hairs, but she's an adult. And it's not going to make her more crazy.
Riding back seat in a flier probably isn't the most comfortable option, but it's fast. And reasonably private."We're a minute out."
I nod, though obviously the pilot can't see. "Thank you."
I wonder how many side-plots that would defuse. Probably ease a few tensions, at least.So I'm riding home with the Mojave Chapter of the Brotherhood of Steel, under Elder McNamara. After a long and borderline theological debate about the Codex, I was able to convince him that helping with security and maintaining the civilian electricity supply counted as acceptable aid to outsiders. And after a long and borderline theological debate with General Oliver, I was able to convince him that Brotherhood scribes stood a much better chance of getting pre-War technology working again than anyone he had under his command. So the Chapter is operating again, as a private corporation subject to NCR law and theatre command.
I have no idea who any of these people are, but I admire how carefully he's juggling all the balls, at least.That was basically the arrangement I've tried negotiating for the Maxson Chapter as well, though in their case their bunker was pretty much written off by Cerberus's tentacles. Most of their paladins died in the war with Lanius and Cerberus, but enough of their scribes and knights survived for them to remain a viable Chapter. They'll be sharing the Boulder Dome with the Baggers, under WARDEN's watchful eyes.
I've got no idea what we're going to do with Arizona.
A remarkable new era of peace and tranquillity for the Wasteland, it seems. For five minutes, at least.Diana got most of New Mexico, because she was best placed to actually make the place functional after the triple rampages of Paulus, Lanius and Cerberus. Texas wanted the part of Lanius's territory that was historically part of the State of Texas, which the Summer Federation didn't like because they used to live there. That resulted in them joining Texas with the two areas merging as a new Texan county. WARDEN got the newly liberated territory of Colorado and is planning to hold an election for governor just as soon as he can explain to his people what that is. Robot City got a copy of Doki Doki Shiteru 2, which should keep them entertained more or less indefinitely.
Don't kid yourself, Krono. There's always going to be work as long as you enjoy sticking your nose into other people's business.And we're all going to gang up on Caesar's Legion and its allies, and then… That's it. Apart from the Washington Brotherhood. And those weird insect-themed AIs in the Mid-West. And… Probably a bunch of other places that I haven't heard of, but…
Nothing critical. I'll be able to take a break. Maybe visit England, though that sounds like something that could turn into work. I don't know, it's-
And that's a good reason to go sticking your nose in.The rotors switch angle for vertical flight. "Coming in to land now, Krono."
-nice to be able to make a difference.
Still always more comfortable amongst the first people you chose to make yours, hmm?I stand, keeping hold of the wall-mounted straps to maintain balance. And there's Groom Lake, and I feel a little weight come off my shoulders.
"…where everybody knows your name…"
I wonder if the pre-war culture could ever have produced something like 'Cheers'. Given how far back the minor divergences go... Would their world have suffered the economic downturn the Eighties did in our world?"You say something?"
"Just singing a pre-War song to myself. It's good to be back. You?"
And speaking of timelines... This takes place before the whole Ohio road-trip, doesn't it? <Checks threadmarks> By about two months. So he really did push that bill through..."Doesn't make much difference. Helios ain't exactly homey. I've got a few days of debriefing to look forward to about the state of the other Chapters, then they'll probably send me to Lost Hills to update the High Elder in person."
President Lyons is grudgingly giving Lost Hills their secondary bunkers back, in exchange for technical assistance with civilian technology. He wanted power armour, but that was a hard 'no' from the High Elder. Too much like adding to their military power. It works out for me, too, as it encourages institutional cooperation more if the NCR doesn't have power armour and needs the Brotherhood for power armour operations. I'm not sure that it's going to last; Lyons is going to pass that Bill through the NCR's congress to pardon former Enclave prisoners eventually-.
No time wasted, eh? Smooth piloting.Maybe I could pre-empt it somehow?
We touch down in Groom Lake airport, and I step out of the vertibird with a wave to the pilot. She's back in the air almost at once, rotors turning to begin the flight southwards.
Oh, boy. Here comes the ribbing.I then give my full attention to my welcoming… Committee?
Goris is letting out a continuous snort, his equivalent of a barely suppressed giggle. Keanan is doing that falsely-gormless smile that I've had a few subordinates do when the boss has done something foolish and they don't want to draw attention to-.
Expect to never live that down, Krono. At least amongst those communities that saw it.
Well, so much for that good mood you had going, huh?And that's-.
Tears-In-The-Rain smiles demurely at me. "Husband."
Not even on the ground two minutes, and you're already feeling the shit tickling your chin.Ah-h-h-h-h-h.
"Tears-In-The-Rain. Delightful to see you again. What brings you all the way here from New Canaan?"
Now, I know an average man's first instinct might be to flee, Krono, but resist it!he's smiling in that emotionally honest way she does so that I know even without probing her mind that she's making gentle fun of me. Then she forms an expression of mock-seriousness.
"Where should a dutiful wife be but by her husband's side?"
So, does Daddy have the shovel or the shotgun today?"Did-? You need me to explain things to your parents? Did you get kicked out of the tribe because of what happened? Because-?"
"She did not, though it speaks well of you that your first concern was for her wellbeing."
Well, at least marrying his daughter wouldn't offend anyone.The man next to her is clearly a tribal of some sort, the crucifix around his neck with 'CTR' in place of the usual 'INRI' on the upright. Most of his body is covered in white or red paint, with a muscular body clearly visible underneath. Two ways of dealing with the heat in this part of the world: robes to keep the sun off or minimal clothing to let your sweat evaporate. I do perform a quick probe of his mind-.
"Chief Balm-Upon-Wounds." I perform a shallow bow. He's currently the ruler of most of Utah, and his rule appears to mostly be stable and non-evil. Getting him on-side would actually help quite noticeably with the strategic situation. "Welcome to Groom Lake. I trust that your stay so far has been pleasant?"
"And any recordings of the broadcast will bear that out..." Not that most people in the wastelands would have the ability to record it... More's the pity, as I bet it would become an urban legend before long.He nods. "I have learned much here. Keanan-Smith has been a good guide."
"And I-." I glance at Tears-In-The-Rain. "I wish to make clear that I had no idea what Doki Doki was planning, and I never did anything untoward to your daughter."
After all, some of these guys have funny ideas about the proper way to manage a slowly-redeveloping country. They're going to need someone to remind them about things like basic human rights..."So I have been told. And I have been told that you wish to step down as your tribe's chief to become the NCR's shaman."
"That's… One way to describe it."
And once they're aligned, the latter would fall in line as well, given a similar little greasing of the diplomatic wheels. I assume they're not crazy psychopaths or something..."I think that there is wisdom in your decision. I had intended to take control of the tribes of Utah by force, but you have made me see the wisdom of absorbing them peacefully. I have sent a message to the Eagle Rock tribe, offering their chief the position of Air Marshall amongst the Ammonites if his tribe joins with ours. They know flying and flying machines well where we do not, but they are weak in other ways. Sharing our knowledge will make us both stronger. I know that they are worried about having to fight both us and the Ouroboros tribe, so I think that he will accept my offer."
And what his little girl wants, she gets, huh? Such a nice father."I don't know the man, but that seems logical."
He regards me impassively for a moment. "My daughter wants you as her husband."
Ah, a good old-fashioned girl, huh? Sadly, Krono is about as dense as neutronium about these things..."She-? Oh. She didn't… Say that when we last spoke."
She looks at me with mild affront. "It is not my place to ask you to marry me."
Just imagine the stories you'll tell your kids about this day. Heck, with psychic powers, you'll even be able to share it with them..."It is if you want it to happen."
She draws herself up slightly. "Chief Krono of the Sky Walkers, I want to be your wife. Marry me."
I mean, it's not you had any plans for the next few weeks, right?Well…
"Tears-In-The-Rain, we don't know each other well enough to know whether we're a good match. But since you've come all this way… Perhaps we can do that now."
On #2, nah. Nope. Mr Zoat has our butts on the edge of pur seats, in perpetuity, until Paul's final adventure. Pitchforks and torches are taboo in this region!1. I love the fallout stuff. It's very interesting.
2. If you keep blue-balling us on Constantine there's going to be a riot in this thread.
Thank you, corrected.
Um.And once they're aligned, the latter would fall in line as well, given a similar little greasing of the diplomatic wheels. I assume they're not crazy psychopaths or something...
Ah well.So, crazy, but manageably so. And with any luck, she'll die before long of those injuries and they can work with someone with more brains.
So much pointless and cringe-worthy strife could be avoided if more people understood that.She looks at me with mild affront. "It is not my place to ask you to marry me."
"It is if you want it to happen."
People instinctively don't want things to happen.So much pointless and cringe-worthy strife could be avoided if more people understood that.
I'd be honestly happy to never see Fallout or Grayven again.
Everything else is great.
I've never played an actual Fallout game either. Though if Vegas ever gets remastered I might give it a go.
It's not as good as 3. I'd recommend a remastered Fallout 3, just because with that one you can do real exploration.I've never played an actual Fallout game either. Though if Vegas ever gets remastered I might give it a go.
It's not as good as 3. I'd recommend a remastered Fallout 3, just because with that one you can do real exploration.
Yeah, old school fallout fans say that, but they're looking through Rose tinted lenses.Sacrilege of the highest order, Fallout 3 is only held back from being the worst Fallout game by 76 (and 4, at least for main games, depending on personal opinion) existing. Its only saving grace is that you can go where ever you want and do all ten of its actually interesting quests as soon as you find them, if you find them. Which is about the exact opposite of what most old Fallout fans actually want.
Yeah, old school fallout fans say that, but they're looking through Rose tinted lenses.
Yeah, old school fallout fans say that, but they're looking through Rose tinted lenses.
This explains literally everything...I've never played an actual Fallout game either. Though if Vegas ever gets remastered I might give it a go.
Elder MacNamara isn't in this segment. That was a Brotherhood pilot from the Mojave Brotherhood. The 'under' bit is to confirm that he's in charge of them rather than Hardin or Elijah.as someone who has, Elder Mcnara would not say "ain't" as he does in this chapter, think New England bookworm/politician despite living on the west coast
I'll consider it if I can side with the Enclave, and don't get auto-kidnapped in The Pit.It's not as good as 3. I'd recommend a remastered Fallout 3, just because with that one you can do real exploration.
I'll consider it if I can side with the Enclave, and don't get auto-kidnapped in The Pit.
Azula became a spirit?These alt Paul parts are making me hope the Future Paul in Avatar: Legend of Korra that was teased earlier in the thread will be coming soon. I can't wait to see Tenzin's reaction when he realizes that Paul really isn't an Airbender but, from his perspective at least, a powerful spirit. One that interacted with a young Zuko and seemingly turned Azula into a spirit as well.