Fallout New Vegas: The New Mojave Wasteland IC

[Alouite]

Elder Lyons would later send a message via-satellite to the President of the FRoM, Sam...

Dear Grand and Noble President of the FRoM,
I am Elder Owyn Lyons of the Brotherhood of Steel in the East. My Sentinel, and dear son-in-law, was recently arrested due to the below charges:

-Mass Killing of Enclave Remnants on Hoover Dam
-Instigating riots in "Westside"
-Plotting against the Government

Sir, as the father of his wife, I must insist that these charged be dropped. While not the ideal decision, the killing on the Hoover Dam were brought onto Enclave Remnants, who according to Sentinel Shepard, admitted to the murder of innocent people in the past. In addition, Sentinel Shepard was ON-DUTY for the Brotherhood of Steel at the time, therefor, being an active member, is not subject to punishments from an ally of the conflict. Secondly, my forces were not "instigating" riots. Matter of fact, that was the last thing we wanted to do. We were near a state of war, and we wanted to ensure that at least some of the population was in support of the Brotherhood of Steel. This is basic war, not terrorism. Third, there was no plotting against the Government. The only time Sentinel Shepard was working against your government was while there were Brotherhood Forces in your land. When he ordered them back East, he personally renounced his position as an active member of the Brotherhood of Steel. His many letters sent to myself and my daughter have made it clear that his intentions were to further YOUR nation. Lastly, I must say that his arresting was unlawful. There was absolutley NO evidence to support the idea that he was a spy, and as stated earlier, he was under MY juristiction at the time of the Battle. Even if he wasn't, the FVA had no code of conduct. However, while we speak of the past, I must apologize for our actions against your people. It was wrong for us to think we could take your people. If there is a way to apologize, and to make up for it, do not hesitate to return with a letter.

Please, do the right thing, Mr. President. God Bless the FRoM,

For the East and West,
Elder Owyn Lyons

Sam carefully read the letter. He thought about it and made several drafts for two hours, and then sent a final draft back.

To, Elder Lyons of the Capital Brotherhood Chapter,

I may be willing under extreme circumstances to allow Shepard back to the Capital. But it will mean the reduction of Brotherhood FRoM relations. I will be closing the Embassy until your nation admits to the clear attempted overthrow of our government and after that failed attempt, the attempt to start a riot against the Free Republic in Westside, New Vegas. Quite honestly, my trust for the Brotherhood is waning fast. Your people helped start our nation, to which I thank you, but have since then trampled us every step of the way towards Mojave soviergnity. Due to this I will be declaring a state of Armed Neutrality between our nations. Any Brotherhood personnell in FRoM territory or Airspace will be attacked with lethal force until your nation issues a repayment for the damages done toward our nation. Further, it will renounce all claims on the Mojave and remain East of the Mississippi. Finally, if any of these agreements are broken, war will be inevitable and Shepard won't be returned. You don't have to make any concessions to our nation. But again, if you don't expect a policy of armed neutrality. I am sorry that our nations relations can't be better, but I will allow Shepard leave since he is not a Mojave citizen due to his lack of birth in the Mojave or falling under the special statuses I will publish by the end of this week. Once again, I wish our relations could be better, but fate has deemed it impossible. I thank you for your time and understanding,

Signed,

Samuel W. Hughes, President of the Free Republic of the Mojave, Supreme Commanding General of the Mojave Armed Forces and Daybreak Party chairman.

[The NAR]

When Elder Lyons received the letter, he instantly knew this was not going to settle anything. He needed to speak face-to-face with this man.

Dear President Hughes of the Free Republic of the Mojave,

As you are, I am disappointing in the relationship between our two nations is not better. You are the beacon of hope in the West, as we are in the East. However, I feel to really, truly understand each other, we must meet in person. I'd like you to come see the East, and I will visit the West. Therefor, we can work out terms in all fields. Please give this thought.

For Steel and Honor,

Elder Owyn Lyons,
Elder of the Brotherhood of Steel

[Alouite]

When Elder Lyons received the letter, he instantly knew this was not going to settle anything. He needed to speak face-to-face with this man.

Dear President Hughes of the Free Republic of the Mojave,

As you are, I am disappointing in the relationship between our two nations is not better. You are the beacon of hope in the West, as we are in the East. However, I feel to really, truly understand each other, we must meet in person. I'd like you to come see the East, and I will visit the West. Therefor, we can work out terms in all fields. Please give this thought.

For Steel and Honor,

Elder Owyn Lyons,
Elder of the Brotherhood of Steel

Sam read the reply and was a bit bothered, he had a war to fight. He'd invite Elder Lyons and visit after the victory. He wrote back:

To Elder Lyons of the Capital Chapter of the Brotherhood of Steel,

I am currently unable to leave my position here due to an impending war with Caligula's Legion, but you are welcome to come visit me. I will be at the Lucky 38 where we can speak and perhaps discuss the situation at hand. The Mojave is in a fragile state and I don't want another foriegn issue. So due to the predicament I am in, I feel an obligation to avoid another conflict to avoid multiple conflicts at once. Send back a date to meet and I will clear the Nellis Airbase landing strip for you. Security will be raised during your visit. I thank you for your time and understanding,

Signed,

Samuel W. Hughes, President of the Free Republic of the Mojave, Head of the Mojave Armed Forces and Chairmen of the Daybreak Movement

[The NAR]

When Elder Lyons received the letter, he instantly knew this was not going to settle anything. He needed to speak face-to-face with this man.

Dear President Hughes of the Free Republic of the Mojave,

As you are, I am disappointing in the relationship between our two nations is not better. You are the beacon of hope in the West, as we are in the East. However, I feel to really, truly understand each other, we must meet in person. I'd like you to come see the East, and I will visit the West. Therefor, we can work out terms in all fields. Please give this thought.

For Steel and Honor,

Elder Owyn Lyons,
Elder of the Brotherhood of Steel

Sam read the reply and was a bit bothered, he had a war to fight. He'd invite Elder Lyons and visit after the victory. He wrote back:

To Elder Lyons of the Capital Chapter of the Brotherhood of Steel,

I am currently unable to leave my position here due to an impending war with Caligula's Legion, but you are welcome to come visit me. I will be at the Lucky 38 where we can speak and perhaps discuss the situation at hand. The Mojave is in a fragile state and I don't want another foriegn issue. So due to the predicament I am in, I feel an obligation to avoid another conflict to avoid multiple conflicts at once. Send back a date to meet and I will clear the Nellis Airbase landing strip for you. Security will be raised during your visit. I thank you for your time and understanding,

Signed,

Samuel W. Hughes, President of the Free Republic of the Mojave, Head of the Mojave Armed Forces and Chairmen of the Daybreak Movement

Though disappointed, the Elder wrote back.

Dear Samuel W. Hughes, President of the Free Republic of the Mojave, Head of the Mojave Armed Forces and Chairmen of the Daybreak Movement,

I fully understand the dangers of leaving your people during war-times. The Brotherhood recently ended a conflict in the pre-war city of Philadelphia, and our fight with Raiders, Slavers, and Enclave Remnants to protect the people of the East is, sadly, a never-ending process. However, it has been relatively peaceful here, which gives me the ability to visit New Vegas. Might I say, soldiers say it is a beautiful place. I will be bringing my daughter, Sarah, so she may see her husband, Sentinel Shepard once again. If that is fair. I request to meet one week from today. It will give us time to get both of our affairs in order.

For Steel and Honor,

Elder Owyn Lyons,
Brotherhood of Steel High Command

[The NAR]

Thank you Shepard, I'll take that as a compliment. Shepard, I'm curious. Can you please tell me of the commonwealth?

"Even WE don't know too much about it. It is home to a place called the University, where all these braniacs do science stuff. Like I said, it's a mystery..."

[Kernan]

Germanius pushed it away "No. Cola irritates the stomach, something to do with radiation burns. Thanks for asking though." Germanius stopped when he said that. He hadn't thanked anybody sincerely for almost 200 years, he hadn't done a lot of things for almost 200 years. "So....Jack is it? What's your story."

"Name is Jack Moyer. Born in the Boneyard, pretty shitty place. Joined the NCR Army, fought the Legion, yadayada. Long story short, I smuggled some ammo to Westside to help with the Fiends, and I was thrown in prison. Became a Powder Ganger a little while after"

"What the fuck is a Powder Ganger?" Germanius asked. Germanius heard rumors of them in the Legion but they spun obvious tales about them being able to blow the ground up just by looking at it. He knew they were fake and wanted to get the facts.

[Alouite]

Sam read the reply and was a bit bothered, he had a war to fight. He'd invite Elder Lyons and visit after the victory. He wrote back:

To Elder Lyons of the Capital Chapter of the Brotherhood of Steel,

I am currently unable to leave my position here due to an impending war with Caligula's Legion, but you are welcome to come visit me. I will be at the Lucky 38 where we can speak and perhaps discuss the situation at hand. The Mojave is in a fragile state and I don't want another foriegn issue. So due to the predicament I am in, I feel an obligation to avoid another conflict to avoid multiple conflicts at once. Send back a date to meet and I will clear the Nellis Airbase landing strip for you. Security will be raised during your visit. I thank you for your time and understanding,

Signed,

Samuel W. Hughes, President of the Free Republic of the Mojave, Head of the Mojave Armed Forces and Chairmen of the Daybreak Movement

Though disappointed, the Elder wrote back.

Dear Samuel W. Hughes, President of the Free Republic of the Mojave, Head of the Mojave Armed Forces and Chairmen of the Daybreak Movement,

I fully understand the dangers of leaving your people during war-times. The Brotherhood recently ended a conflict in the pre-war city of Philadelphia, and our fight with Raiders, Slavers, and Enclave Remnants to protect the people of the East is, sadly, a never-ending process. However, it has been relatively peaceful here, which gives me the ability to visit New Vegas. Might I say, soldiers say it is a beautiful place. I will be bringing my daughter, Sarah, so she may see her husband, Sentinel Shepard once again. If that is fair. I request to meet one week from today. It will give us time to get both of our affairs in order.

For Steel and Honor,

Elder Owyn Lyons,
Brotherhood of Steel High Command

To Elder Lyons, leader of the Brotherhood of Steel Capital Chapter,[

I suppose such an arrangement could work. The fragile balance of our relations depends on this upcoming meeting, and though we cannot be allies, whether we oppose you or not could well be directly influenced by this meet. Keep in mind that the Republic does not condone non democratic systems of government, Aristocratic Elective Monarchies being included in the list of non democratic nations. Until a republic is established of and for the people. I cannot open dill act between our nations very far. Thanks for your time and understanding,

Signed,

Samuel W. Hughes, President of the Free Republic of the Mojave, Supreme Commanding General of the Mojave Armed Forces and Chairman of the Daybreak movement

[The NAR]

"Name is Jack Moyer. Born in the Boneyard, pretty shitty place. Joined the NCR Army, fought the Legion, yadayada. Long story short, I smuggled some ammo to Westside to help with the Fiends, and I was thrown in prison. Became a Powder Ganger a little while after"

"What the fuck is a Powder Ganger?" Germanius asked. Germanius heard rumors of them in the Legion but they spun obvious tales about them being able to blow the ground up just by looking at it. He knew they were fake and wanted to get the facts.

"Eh... just a gang. Broke outta prison and had a shitload of TNT. Not the peak of my life, but it's over"

[Cainesland]

"Even WE don't know too much about it. It is home to a place called the University, where all these braniacs do science stuff. Like I said, it's a mystery..."

I see, how unfortunate. Well, Shepard, if you don't my asking, when and where did you say this trial was again?

[The NAR]

I see, how unfortunate. Well, Shepard, if you don't my asking, when and where did you say this trial was again?

"A few days or so. It hasn't been worked out. By now, the Citadel should've learned about it and protested"

[Cainesland]

I see, how unfortunate. Well, Shepard, if you don't my asking, when and where did you say this trial was again?

"A few days or so. It hasn't been worked out. By now, the Citadel should've learned about it and protested"

Citadel? Are you talking about the capital wasteland now? That 5 sided government building with all the knights inside?

[The NAR]

"A few days or so. It hasn't been worked out. By now, the Citadel should've learned about it and protested"

Citadel? Are you talking about the capital wasteland now? That 5 sided government building with all the knights inside?

"Formally known as the Pentagon, but yes. Capital of the Brotherhood, Icon of the East"

[Alouite]

Citadel? Are you talking about the capital wasteland now? That 5 sided government building with all the knights inside?

"Formally known as the Pentagon, but yes. Capital of the Brotherhood, Icon of the East"

Clovis said in response, "A former intelligence building? Interesting, we have a real intelligence building in the Mojave, and a seperate capital, to combine them would allow for a single strike to eliminate the government and internal security. How do you guys manage with that?"

[The NAR]

"Formally known as the Pentagon, but yes. Capital of the Brotherhood, Icon of the East"

Clovis said in response, "A former intelligence building? Interesting, we have a real intelligence building in the Mojave, and a seperate capital, to combine them would allow for a single strike to eliminate the government and internal security. How do you guys manage with that?"

"The Brotherhood is the most powerful force in the East. The Capital Wasteland is the most civilized place in the East. Nobody has the power nor guts to attack us"

[Cainesland]

Citadel? Are you talking about the capital wasteland now? That 5 sided government building with all the knights inside?

"Formally known as the Pentagon, but yes. Capital of the Brotherhood, Icon of the East"

"I see. Also the place where lunatic stories of the giant robot originated right? I think that report was quite messed up to be honest, who has a giant robot just sitting around ready to destroy everything? Of course something destroyed that base,.. I'd laugh if it was ol'prime, show that colonel what's what for asking me to go kill civilian scientists that's for sure." Thinks about the eastern colonel "Anyhow if that's all I'll be going back to the strip, I have to get some work done."

[The NAR]

"Formally known as the Pentagon, but yes. Capital of the Brotherhood, Icon of the East"

"I see. Also the place where lunatic stories of the giant robot originated right? I think that report was quite messed up to be honest, who has a giant robot just sitting around ready to destroy everything? Of course something destroyed that base,.. I'd laugh if it was ol'prime, show that colonel what's what for asking me to go kill civilian scientists that's for sure." Thinks about the eastern colonel "Anyhow if that's all I'll be going back to the strip, I have to get some work done."

"Liberty Prime?" Shepard laughed. "No myth there. He's the real deal. He's really the only thing that let us beat the Enclave"

[Cainesland]

"I see. Also the place where lunatic stories of the giant robot originated right? I think that report was quite messed up to be honest, who has a giant robot just sitting around ready to destroy everything? Of course something destroyed that base,.. I'd laugh if it was ol'prime, show that colonel what's what for asking me to go kill civilian scientists that's for sure." Thinks about the eastern colonel "Anyhow if that's all I'll be going back to the strip, I have to get some work done."

"Liberty Prime?" Shepard laughed. "No myth there. He's the real deal. He's really the only thing that let us beat the Enclave"

Now that I believe, I bet the only thing that could take him down now a days would be that crawlers satellite gun. Now that would be a light show I wouldn't miss for the world." He laughed "it's great to hear stories of the east again, probably won't for a long time. I know he's dead now but what happened to the colonel?"

[The NAR]

"Liberty Prime?" Shepard laughed. "No myth there. He's the real deal. He's really the only thing that let us beat the Enclave"

Now that I believe, I bet the only thing that could take him down now a days would be that crawlers satellite gun. Now that would be a light show I wouldn't miss for the world." He laughed "it's great to hear stories of the east again, probably won't for a long time. I know he's dead now but what happened to the colonel?"

Shepard looked over with a smile. "I let him go".

[Cainesland]

Now that I believe, I bet the only thing that could take him down now a days would be that crawlers satellite gun. Now that would be a light show I wouldn't miss for the world." He laughed "it's great to hear stories of the east again, probably won't for a long time. I know he's dead now but what happened to the colonel?"

Shepard looked over with a smile. "I let him go".

I'm sorry? You, let him go? Are you trying to say that you let him die peacefully?

[Kernan]

"What the fuck is a Powder Ganger?" Germanius asked. Germanius heard rumors of them in the Legion but they spun obvious tales about them being able to blow the ground up just by looking at it. He knew they were fake and wanted to get the facts.

"Eh... just a gang. Broke outta prison and had a shitload of TNT. Not the peak of my life, but it's over"

"Soooooo you blew shit up?" Germanius asked

[The NAR]

Shepard looked over with a smile. "I let him go".

I'm sorry? You, let him go? Are you trying to say that you let him die peacefully?

Shepard shook his head. "The Enclave was in shambles, yet he insisted he could win. I used my words, talked him down. I allowed him to walk away and start again, without his past chasing him"

[Cainesland]

I'm sorry? You, let him go? Are you trying to say that you let him die peacefully?

Shepard shook his head. "The Enclave was in shambles, yet he insisted he could win. I used my words, talked him down. I allowed him to walk away and start again, without his past chasing him"

"Hmm, how good of you Shepard. That man is tough as nails if I remember correctly, he'll live. He once made me do everything double time one day, I'd like to give him something for that, something verbal, and something physical. Sounds like you would've got along famously with his father, those 2 were like night and day. But he's been claimed by father time as well, so... That's that. Tell me Shepard how did the Bos learn of your trial from the other end of the continent?"

[The NAR]

Shepard shook his head. "The Enclave was in shambles, yet he insisted he could win. I used my words, talked him down. I allowed him to walk away and start again, without his past chasing him"

"Hmm, how good of you Shepard. That man is tough as nails if I remember correctly, he'll live. He once made me do everything double time one day, I'd like to give him something for that, something verbal, and something physical. Sounds like you would've got along famously with his father, those 2 were like night and day. But he's been claimed by father time as well, so... That's that. Tell me Shepard how did the Bos learn of your trial from the other end of the continent?"

"The Brotherhood Embassy keeps Command Updated" Shepard answered.

[Cainesland]

"Hmm, how good of you Shepard. That man is tough as nails if I remember correctly, he'll live. He once made me do everything double time one day, I'd like to give him something for that, something verbal, and something physical. Sounds like you would've got along famously with his father, those 2 were like night and day. But he's been claimed by father time as well, so... That's that. Tell me Shepard how did the Bos learn of your trial from the other end of the continent?"

"The Brotherhood Embassy keeps Command Updated" Shepard answered.

I see. Well that's good to know, I'll try and keep that in mind next time I'm at the embassy. Do you think if they manage to send a diplomat to observe your trial if they could bring both my and my friends specific armour and equipment back?
I

[The NAR]

"The Brotherhood Embassy keeps Command Updated" Shepard answered.

I see. Well that's good to know, I'll try and keep that in mind next time I'm at the embassy. Do you think if they manage to send a diplomat to observe your trial if they could bring both my and my friends specific armour and equipment back?
I

"There is no doubt there will be a Brotherhood Diplomat. And I'll pull some strings to get your things back"