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This is a transcript for dialogue with Clayton Holdren. |
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DialogueInstitute[]
| # | SCENE | DIALOGUE BEFORE | RESPONSE TEXT | DIALOGUE AFTER | ABXY |
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| 1 | DialogueInstituteClaytonFirstGreetingScene | {Charming} Welcome! So good to have you here. | ClaytonHoldren: Doctor Clayton Holdren, head of the BioScience division. | A | |
| 2 | Player Default: Great! I was hoping you'd say that. | {Friendly, courteous / Friendly} In any case, I imagine you'll want to continue looking around. Or, if you prefer, I'd be happy to answer any questions you might have. | Player Default: You mentioned medical care. I might need that from time to time. | A1a | |
| 3 | NPCMClaytonHoldren: Welcome! So good to have you here. | {Friendly / Friendly} Doctor Clayton Holdren, head of the BioScience division. | A1a | ||
| 4 | {Friendly, enthusiastic / Friendly} I can't wait for you to see the work we're doing. It's truly amazing. | Player Default: I look forward to learning more about it. | A1b | ||
| 5 | Player Default: I look forward to learning more about it. | {Enthusiastic, friendly / Friendly} In that case, let me give you a brief overview of what we do here. | ClaytonHoldren: As the name implies, the BioScience division specializes in fields of study such as botany, genetics and medicine. | A1a | |
| 6 | Player Default: I'm sure it's fascinating, but that's not why I'm here. | {Friendly, sympathetic / Neutral} Of course, I completely understand. | B1a | ||
| 7 | {Friendly} Before you go, at least let me give you a brief overview of what we do here. I promise I'll keep it short. | ClaytonHoldren: As the name implies, the BioScience division specializes in fields of study such as botany, genetics and medicine. | B1b | ||
| 8 | Player Default: Like what? | {Friendly} I was just about to explain that. | ClaytonHoldren: As the name implies, the BioScience division specializes in fields of study such as botany, genetics and medicine. | Y1a | |
| 9 | Player Default: With hard work and ingenuity, any challenge can be overcome. | {Friendly, hopeful / Question} I'm sure I've taken up enough of your time as it is, but I have to ask... have you decided whether you'll join us? | Player Default: I'm not sure how well I'll fit in, but I'd like to give it a try. | A1a | |
| 10 | Player Default: I'm not sure how well I'll fit in, but I'd like to give it a try. | {Friendly, enthusiastic} Great! I was hoping you'd say that. | ClaytonHoldren: In any case, I imagine you'll want to continue looking around. Or, if you prefer, I'd be happy to answer any questions you might have. | A1a | |
| 11 | Player Default: I doubt it. I just don't think I'd fit in. | It's a big decision, I know, but it's also a rare and important opportunity. No need to rush to judgement. | ClaytonHoldren: In any case, I imagine you'll want to continue looking around. Or, if you prefer, I'd be happy to answer any questions you might have. | B1a | |
| 12 | Player Default: I'm an outsider. Would there even be a place for me here? | Even if science isn't your passion, there are plenty of ways to contribute. | Y1a | ||
| 13 | Our projects sometimes requires an agent who can work on the surface to observe and gather information. | Y1b | |||
| 14 | From what I've heard, you're both fearless and resourceful. I think you'd be ideal for that kind of role. | ClaytonHoldren: In any case, I imagine you'll want to continue looking around. Or, if you prefer, I'd be happy to answer any questions you might have. | Y1c | ||
| 15 | Player Default: In that case, let me give you a brief overview of what we do here. | As the name implies, the BioScience division specializes in fields of study such as botany, genetics and medicine. | A1a | ||
| 16 | Our most important directive is to ensure the health and well-being of everyone in the Institute. | A1b | |||
| 17 | To that end, we cultivate highly specialized breeds of flora for use in food and medicine. | A1c | |||
| 18 | We've even started to explore the idea of synthetic animal life. | A1d | |||
| 19 | {Friendly, conversational} You probably saw the gorillas... they're really just a pet project at this point, but the potential is exciting nonetheless. | Player Default: Seems like there's nothing you guys can't do. | A1e | ||
| 20 | Player Default: Seems like there's nothing you guys can't do. | {Proud / Happy} With hard work and ingenuity, any challenge can be overcome. | ClaytonHoldren: I'm sure I've taken up enough of your time as it is, but I have to ask... have you decided whether you'll join us? | A1a | |
| 21 | Player Default: Sounds like a waste of time to me. You should create something more useful. | {Friendly, like a teacher with a student} It's just my opinion, of course, but I don't believe that every discovery needs to be useful. | B1a | ||
| 22 | {Confident, friendly / Confident} Sometimes, we innovate for no other reason than to learn what's possible. | ClaytonHoldren: I'm sure I've taken up enough of your time as it is, but I have to ask... have you decided whether you'll join us? | B1b | ||
| 23 | Player Default: Yeah, I can't imagine anything more exciting than fake gorillas. | {A chuckle at the end of this line, the player just made a joke. Emphasis no "might". / Amused} Speaking only for myself, I find them fascinating. Of course, I might be a little biased. | ClaytonHoldren: I'm sure I've taken up enough of your time as it is, but I have to ask... have you decided whether you'll join us? | X1a | |
| 24 | Player Default: The gorillas are synths, too? | {Pleased, satisfied. / Happy} They are indeed. Judging by your reaction, we've done a good job making them seem lifelike. | Y1a | ||
| 25 | {Enthusiastic} The initiative is still in its early stages, but the prospects are very exciting. | ClaytonHoldren: I'm sure I've taken up enough of your time as it is, but I have to ask... have you decided whether you'll join us? | Y1b | ||
| 26 | DialogueInstituteClaytonSubsequentScene | {Friendly / Friendly} Good to see you again. Did you need something? | Player Default: You mentioned medical care. I might need that from time to time. | A | |
| 27 | {Friendly / Friendly} Something I can do for you? | Player Default: You mentioned medical care. I might need that from time to time. | A | ||
| 28 | {Friendly / Friendly} Anything I can help you with? | Player Default: You mentioned medical care. I might need that from time to time. | A | ||
| 29 | Player Default: You mentioned medical care. I might need that from time to time. | In that case, you'll want to introduce yourself to Doctor Dean Volkert. | A1a | ||
| 30 | He's our top biologist, and also serves as the Institute's resident physician. | A1b | |||
| 31 | Doctor Volkert works in the infirmary. Just pay him a visit whenever you need to. | A1c | |||
| 32 | {Confident} You won't find better medical care anywhere else in the Commonwealth, I'll promise you that. | A1d | |||
| 33 | Player Default: I'm good for now, thanks. | {Polite} Take care, then. | B1a | ||
| 34 | Player Default: Tell me more about those synth gorillas. | {Friendly} On the whole, I'd say they were a success. Their behavior does generally match what our historical data says it should be. | X1a | ||
| 35 | {Friendly} Unfortunately, we had a few early setbacks. The creatures can become suddenly aggressive, and they're quite strong. | X1b | |||
| 36 | {Friendly} They destroyed two of their synth handlers, so now we keep them in an isolated habitat where they can be safely observed. | X1c | |||
| 37 | Player Default: Is there anything I can do to help out? | There might be. Tell you what. You get settled in, and check back with me later. I'll see what I can find. | Y1a | ||
| 38 | Player Default: Is there anything I can do to help out? | I think Doctor Karlin was looking for help with one of his experiments. You should talk to him. | Y2a | ||
| 39 | Player Default: Is there anything I can do to help out? | Not at the moment, but thanks for asking. | Y3a | ||
| 40 | - | {Wondering why the player has stopped talking. Filling in dead air.} It's alright, no hurry. | |||
| 41 | {Disappointed, lecturing / Somber} I won't try to hide my disappointment about what happened at Warwick Homestead. | ||||
| 42 | {Disappointed, lecturing / Somber} That Warwick situation was a real mess. You're not exactly off to a great start here. | ||||
| 43 | {Disappointed, lecturing / Somber} I hope you've learned something from what happened at Warwick. That was a costly mistake. | ||||
| 44 | {Proud} Humanity's future is taking root right here. | ||||
| 45 | {Warm, friendly} It's great to have you here. | ||||
| 46 | {Proud, almost boastful} Doctor Karlin's doing some amazing things with our genetically-engineered crops. | ||||
| 47 | {Proud, almost boastful} The latest synth generation is just amazing. Those guys in robotics are working miracles. |
DialogueInstituteHydroponics[]
| # | SCENE | DIALOGUE BEFORE | RESPONSE TEXT | DIALOGUE AFTER | ABXY |
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| 48 | DialogueInstituteClaytonIsaac1Scene | Isaac: Have you had time to examine my latest reports on batch two-seven-four? | Not yet. I've been reviewing Father's plans to expand our operations at Warwick. | A1a | |
| 49 | He's eager to get that going, so I've had to put everything else to one side. | Isaac: I wonder how the Warwick family is doing. Young Wally must be close to ten years old by now. | A1b | ||
| 50 | Isaac: It's remarkable that any child can survive for so long up there. | I... try not to think too much about it. We have more than enough to occupy ourselves here. | A1a | ||
| 51 | Those people are the last remnants of a dying past. It's best not to dwell on the subject. | Isaac: They're still people, and they're suffering. We can at least admit that it's regrettable. | A1b | ||
| 52 | Isaac: After all, how can we hope to redefine mankind if we can't even hold on to our own humanity? | Well, that's a question best left to our colleagues in the Robotics division. | Isaac: Yes, well... I suppose you're right. | A1a | |
| 53 | DialogueInstituteHydroponics2Scene | {Pleasant, but with an agenda. You're about to issue a mild reprimand.} Hi there, Dean. How's it going? | Dean: Well enough, I suppose. What's on your mind? | A1a | |
| 54 | {Pleasant, but with an agenda. You're about to issue a mild reprimand.} How are things with you, Dean? | Dean: Well enough, I suppose. What's on your mind? | A2a | ||
| 55 | Dean: Well enough, I suppose. What's on your mind? | {A mild rebuke.} You're past deadline on the report for batch three-seven-six-one. What's the hold-up? | Dean: I spent a few days restocking the meds. I have to do that from scratch, you know. It's time-consuming. | A1a | |
| 56 | Dean: Well enough, I suppose. What's on your mind? | {A mild rebuke.} I was expecting the growth rate metrics yesterday. Have you written that up yet? | Dean: I spent a few days restocking the meds. I have to do that from scratch, you know. It's time-consuming. | A2a | |
| 57 | Dean: I spent a few days restocking the meds. I have to do that from scratch, you know. It's time-consuming. | {Patronizing} Well, I'm sure you'll do your best to get back on schedule. | A1a | ||
| 58 | Dean: I spent a few days restocking the meds. I have to do that from scratch, you know. It's time-consuming. | {Condescending} I see. Well, our schedule is important so, I trust you'll make it a priority. | A2a | ||
| 59 | DialogueInstituteHydroponics4Scene | {A scientist at work. TRI-uh-CAN-thos where "TRI" is like tricycle and THOS is like floss.} Did you add those new strains of triacanthos we discovered to the database? | Isaac: Yes, Doctor Holdren, it's taken care of. | A1a | |
| 60 | Isaac, have you had a chance to run the alkalinity test on last week's soil sample from Warwick? | Isaac: Yes, Doctor Holdren, it's taken care of. | A2a | ||
| 61 | Isaac: Yes, Doctor Holdren, it's taken care of. | Good man, good man. | Isaac: The compliment is quite unnecessary, Doctor Holdren. | A1a | |
| 62 | Isaac: Yes, Doctor Holdren, it's taken care of. | {Generous, but also a bit mocking} We'd be lost without you, Isaac. | Isaac: The compliment is quite unnecessary, Doctor Holdren. | A2a | |
| 63 | DialogueInstituteHydroponicsScene6 | InstituteScientist: Doctor Holdren, I was told you were looking for me. | {Passionate, excited. / Happy} Yes, the retrieval team supposedly arrived with the surface sample. What state is it in? | InstituteScientist: Unfortunately there's been too much harmful exposure for it to be useful. From preliminary testing it appears the water radiation was lethal. | A1a |
| 64 | InstituteScientist: Unfortunately there's been too much harmful exposure for it to be useful. From preliminary testing it appears the water radiation was lethal. | {Upset, then optimistic / Confident} All the same, I'd like to see it. We could still learn something. | InstituteScientist: Of course. | A1a | |
| 65 | InstituteScientist: Doctor, I was thinking, if our modified subject deteriorated so quickly then how can anything else possibly survive up there? | {Comforting / Friendly} Frankly, they don't. The surface is still too dangerous for life to truly thrive. That's why what we do here is so important. | A1a |
Inst303[]
| # | SCENE | DIALOGUE BEFORE | RESPONSE TEXT | DIALOGUE AFTER | ABXY |
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| 66 | Inst303DirectorateFatherScene | I don't know that this is the time... | Shaun: Doctor Holdren, it is time. Please. | A1a | |
| 67 | Shaun: To that end, I am naming my father as my successor. | {uncomfortable} Oh, boy. | Justin: You can't be serious! | A1a | |
| 68 | Inst303DirectoratePreSceneLoop | Shaun: May I say, Doctor Holdren, I'm quite impressed with the latest harvest from your division. | {proud} Oh, thank you sir. Isaac and Dean did a great deal of work over the last few months. I'll let them know you're pleased with the result. | Allie: Doctor Ayo, did you still need modifications to the entryway for the SRB? | A1a |
| 69 | - | {Apologetic} Now's not really a good time. | A |
Inst303Post[]
| # | SCENE | DIALOGUE BEFORE | RESPONSE TEXT | DIALOGUE AFTER | ABXY |
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| 70 | - | {Friendly / Friendly} I have every confidence you'll make a fine director. | |||
| 71 | {Friendly / Friendly} I couldn't be more pleased with Father's choice for a new director. Congratulations. |
Inst305[]
| # | SCENE | DIALOGUE BEFORE | RESPONSE TEXT | DIALOGUE AFTER | ABXY |
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| 72 | Inst305Stage90DirectorateDecisionScene | Player Default: I think the last thing the Institute needs now is to make things worse. We should be trying to avoid conflict, not starting it. | I would love to see that big airship fly off over the horizon, but it's not going to happen. | X1a | |
| 73 | The conflict is already upon us; unless we end it now it's only going to get worse. | AllieFilmore: We really don't have a choice. If we're to emerge from this the victors, we need to move quickly. | X1b | ||
| 74 | Inst305Stage90DirectorateScene | Player Default: What kind of work will we be doing, exactly? | Well, normally the Directorate reviews and approves research tracks for the various divisions. Today, however, we're here for a different reason. | JustinAyo: Right now we're all here because it's time to decide to finally stand up for ourselves. | Y1a |
| 75 | AlanaSecord: It's the only way of looking at it, Allie. You know that as well as the rest of us. | {changing the subject, trying to calm tense situation} To bring you up to speed: Obviously there are groups in the Commonwealth that stand in opposition to the Institute's goals. | ClaytonHoldren: With the reactor now online, we have the ability to not only expand synth production, but to project power to a much greater degree. | A1a | |
| 76 | ClaytonHoldren: To bring you up to speed: Obviously there are groups in the Commonwealth that stand in opposition to the Institute's goals. | With the reactor now online, we have the ability to not only expand synth production, but to project power to a much greater degree. | Player Default: I'm sure the reactor will improve everyone's life. It's a great accomplishment. | A1a | |
| 77 | Player Default: I'm sure the reactor will improve everyone's life. It's a great accomplishment. | {Apologetic} Yes, but it's not just that. | ClaytonHoldren: The Directorate has... agreed that steps must be taken to ensure our safety in the long run... | A1a | |
| 78 | Player Default: So you're saying we can now wage war on the Commonwealth. | {polite disagreement, deferential / Apologetic} I don't think anyone really intended that as a course of action. | ClaytonHoldren: The Directorate has... agreed that steps must be taken to ensure our safety in the long run... | B1a | |
| 79 | Player Default: We'll be much better able to defend ourselves. It's a good position. | {Apologetic} True, but I don't think we should stop there. | ClaytonHoldren: The Directorate has... agreed that steps must be taken to ensure our safety in the long run... | X1a | |
| 80 | Player Default: Where are you going with this? What's the Institute's goal? | {slightly hesitant / Apologetic} Well... | ClaytonHoldren: The Directorate has... agreed that steps must be taken to ensure our safety in the long run... | Y1a | |
| 81 | Player Default: Yes, but it's not just that. | {hesitant} The Directorate has... agreed that steps must be taken to ensure our safety in the long run... | EvanWatson: Let's just spit it out, shall we? The Directorate has decided that the Brotherhood of Steel need to be eliminated. | A1a |
Inst305Post[]
| # | SCENE | DIALOGUE BEFORE | RESPONSE TEXT | DIALOGUE AFTER | ABXY |
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| 82 | - | {Friendly, enthusiastic / Friendly} We're making real progress, thanks to you. | |||
| 83 | {Thoughtful, almost rhetorical... upbeat, in a good mood / Friendly} Now that the reactor's online, perhaps it's time to think about expanding BioScience. |
Inst308Post[]
| # | SCENE | DIALOGUE BEFORE | RESPONSE TEXT | DIALOGUE AFTER | ABXY |
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| 84 | - | {Sympathetic / Sad} Father was a great man, and he will certainly be missed. | |||
| 85 | {Impressed, even momentous / Impressed} This feels like the dawn of a new era. | ||||
| 86 | {Sympathetic / Sad} Father was a great man, and he will certainly be missed. | ||||
| 87 | {Impressed, even momentous / Impressed} This feels like the dawn of a new era. | ||||
| 88 | {Sympathetic / Sad} Father was a great man, and he will certainly be missed. |
InstM01[]
| # | SCENE | DIALOGUE BEFORE | RESPONSE TEXT | DIALOGUE AFTER | ABXY |
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| 89 | - | Don't forget to speak to Doctor Karlin about that errand. | |||
| 90 | Doctor Karlin needs your help with something. You should speak to him. |
InstM01Post[]
| # | SCENE | DIALOGUE BEFORE | RESPONSE TEXT | DIALOGUE AFTER | ABXY |
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| 91 | - | {Grateful / Friendly} Thanks for running those seeds up to Warwick Homestead. | |||
| 92 | {Grateful / Friendly} Our synth at Warwick sent his first report. Thanks for taking care of that. |
InstR02[]
| # | SCENE | DIALOGUE BEFORE | RESPONSE TEXT | DIALOGUE AFTER | ABXY |
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| 93 | InstR02SceneClaytonEnd | PlayerVoiceFemale01: I've got that sample you wanted. | I'll take that from you. | A1a | |
| 94 | {Appreciative} Yes, this will do nicely. I hope those Super Mutants didn't give you too much trouble. | Player Default: No trouble at all. | A1b | ||
| 95 | Player Default: No trouble at all. | {A little patronizing, self-congratulatory / Confident} I knew you'd be the right man for the job. | QuestGiver: It might be necessary to gather more samples, so check back with me later if you can. | A1a | |
| 96 | Player Default: No trouble at all. | {A little patronizing, self-congratulatory / Confident} I knew you'd be the right woman for the job. | QuestGiver: It might be necessary to gather more samples, so check back with me later if you can. | A2a | |
| 97 | Player Default: Those things are monsters. I barely got out of there. | {Confident / Confident} Well, if this experiment bears fruit, the risk will have been worth it. | QuestGiver: It might be necessary to gather more samples, so check back with me later if you can. | B1a | |
| 98 | Player Default: If there's nothing else... | {Happy} Not at the moment, no. | X1a | ||
| 99 | {Grateful / Happy} Thank you again for this. | QuestGiver: It might be necessary to gather more samples, so check back with me later if you can. | X1b | ||
| 100 | Player Default: What, no reward for my efforts? | {Reluctant} I suppose that's a fair request. | Y1a | ||
| 101 | {Uncertain at first, but growing more certain} I was going to take these over to the SRB, but here, you take them. | Y1b | |||
| 102 | {Helpful} You face at least as much danger as any of our Coursers. | QuestGiver: It might be necessary to gather more samples, so check back with me later if you can. | Y1c | ||
| 103 | Player Default: What, no reward for my efforts? | {Part amused, part annoyed} You are persistent, aren't you? | Y2a | ||
| 104 | {A little reluctant, but also grateful} Here, take these. That's all I have for now. | QuestGiver: It might be necessary to gather more samples, so check back with me later if you can. | Y2b | ||
| 105 | Player Default: What, no reward for my efforts? | {Proud} If this experiment is a success, it could bolster our food supply by as much as three percent. | Y3a | ||
| 106 | {Proud, confident, even a bit smug} I'd call that pretty rewarding. | QuestGiver: It might be necessary to gather more samples, so check back with me later if you can. | Y3b | ||
| 107 | Player Default: I knew you'd be the right man for the job. | It might be necessary to gather more samples, so check back with me later if you can. | A1a | ||
| 108 | {Sincere gratitude / Grateful} Again, thanks for your help. I couldn't do this without you. | A1b | |||
| 109 | InstR02SceneClaytonIntro | {Friendly, asking for a favor / Friendly} Director! Good, I'm glad you're here. I'm hoping you can assist with me an experiment. | QuestGiver: I believe we can improve the growth rates of our crops by using mutated cells such as those found in Super Mutants. | A | |
| 110 | {Friendly, asking for a favor / Friendly} I'm glad you're here. I'd like to conduct an experiment, but I need some assistance with it. | QuestGiver: I believe we can improve the growth rates of our crops by using mutated cells such as those found in Super Mutants. | A | ||
| 111 | NPCMClaytonHoldren: Director! Good, I'm glad you're here. I'm hoping you can assist with me an experiment. | {Continuing a science lecture} I believe we can improve the growth rates of our crops by using mutated cells such as those found in Super Mutants. | A1a | ||
| 112 | {Continuing a science lecture} To test this theory, I'll need a tissue sample from a particularly strong Super Mutant. | A1b | |||
| 113 | {Concluding a science lecture} I expect I'll eventually need several such samples, but let's just start with one. | Player Default: I've got one right here. | A1c | ||
| 114 | Player Default: I've got one right here. | That's right. | QuestGiver: Now remember, only a particularly hardy Super Mutant will fit the bill for this experiment. | A1a | |
| 115 | Player Default: The hell with that. Do it yourself. | {Defensive} We're not fighters, we're scientists. We'd be no match for one of those creatures. | B1a | ||
| 116 | {Apologetic, then asking for a favor. } I know it's a lot to ask, but please at least consider it. You might well be the only one here who can do this job. | Player Default: I've got one right here. | B1b | ||
| 117 | Player Default: That sounds pretty dangerous. | {Dismissive} For someone as brave and skillful as yourself, I'm sure it will be a trifle. | Player Default: I've got one right here. | X1a | |
| 118 | Player Default: How do I obtain this tissue sample, exactly? | {Thinking aloud, almost rhetorical} Well, I suppose you'll just cut off some of its flesh, store it however you like and then bring it to me. | Y1a | ||
| 119 | {An afterthought, almost under your breath} Probably best if you kill it first. | Player Default: I've got one right here. | Y1b | ||
| 120 | Player Default: That's right. | Now remember, only a particularly hardy Super Mutant will fit the bill for this experiment. | A1a | ||
| 121 | {Asking a favor} I don't need it right away, but if you do come across such a specimen, I'd be grateful if you could bring back a sample. | A1b | |||
| 122 | InstR02SceneClaytonRepeat | {Friendly, asking for a favor} I could use some more tissue samples, if you have the time to collect them. | Player Default: I've got one right here. | A | |
| 123 | Player Default: I've got one right here. | {Enthusiastic} Excellent. I've made real progress thanks to your help. | QuestGiver: So, will you do it? | A1a | |
| 124 | Player Default: Another time maybe. | {Disappointed.} Just let me know when that other time is. | QuestGiver: So, will you do it? | B1a | |
| 125 | Player Default: I'll keep that in mind. | I'll be grateful if you do. | QuestGiver: So, will you do it? | X1a | |
| 126 | Player Default: Excellent. I've made real progress thanks to your help. | {Eager} So, will you do it? | Player Default: I've got one right here. | A1a | |
| 127 | - | {Friendly, but concerned... you're saying "be careful"} Super Mutants can be pretty dangerous, so take whatever precautions you need to. | |||
| 128 | {Friendly} Remember, you're looking for a Super Mutant that's tougher and stronger than the average one. | ||||
| 129 | {Friendly, genuinely concerned / Apologetic} I hate to send you into harm's way, but in this case, there's no way around it. |