Due to her roles within Elder Lyons' chapter of the Brotherhood of Steel, Scribe Jameson is tasked with overseeing the archives and library of the Citadel, alongside ensuring the upkeep of the chapter's scrolls.[1][3][Non-game 1] Her order is dedicated to conserving both pre-War and Brotherhood history, which includes the procurement of pre-war books and holotapes, as well as the recovery of Brotherhood holotags.[4][1][5] While Scribe Yearling is the order's only field associate tasked with obtaining books from Arlington Library, Jameson lacks the necessary manpower to send messengers and detachments to recover holotags;[1][5] as she takes the Brotherhood tradition of recording the deaths of its fallen soldiers in the scrolls very seriously, she has taken it upon herself to contract outsiders for the purpose of retrieving these.[2][6] However, the situation has been made worse by the shortage of communication equipment, necessary for contacting the Brotherhood operatives scattered around the DC ruins, making Jameson unaware of the locations of possible casualties.[7][8]
Although she abhors the notion of assigning the holotags recovery task to an outsider, she finds the alternative of Brotherhood deeds and deaths going unreported as "unthinkable," particularly as the Brotherhood lacks the resources to make proper funeral arrangements, and her need to abide by her duty as a keeper of the scrolls.[9][2] As she is acutely aware of the lack of manpower, with soldiers spread thin either defending the Citadel or out in the field combatting increased super mutant activity, she abides by Elder Lyons' orders to the extent of not further straining Brotherhood numbers for holotags recovery.[9][2] Similarly, Jameson is focused on not further exacerbating the scarcity of resources as she does not wish to detract from Lyons' mission, and as such, has informed him that the payment of contractors will come from her own personal funds.[2] The personnel shortage is far more of a problem than let on, as she can indicate to the Lone Wanderer, a possible contractor, that she is capable of occasionally providing the products of recovered Brotherhood technology as payment for such records—a contradiction of the Brotherhood's original mission.[10]
Despite such a discrepancy, her priority lies with the Brotherhood, and considers sharing knowledge regarding the holotags as a part of her duty to benefit them.[11] As she is tasked with safeguarding the entirety of the Brotherhood's knowledge, she is adept at explaining its workings and is a student of their own history, enthusiastically exclaiming that her organization is one of her favorite topics to discuss if asked about them.[12] If asked about the Brotherhood's beliefs, she notes technology and trust in it as an integral part of their core beliefs, imperative for success.[13] She sees service with the Brotherhood as a noble pursuit, with the incorporation of members' names into the scrolls as a great honor and a method of commemorating the dead, considering it as an "ascension" into Brotherhood history.[3][9] As such, Jameson has plans to include into the scrolls the details of a fallen brother's deeds (ranging from battles and promotions to technology recovered) all the way to their deaths, firmly believing that the "way a man dies is just as important as the manner in which he lives."[3][Non-game 1] Being brought news of deceased Brotherhood members via their holotags will cause her to express sadness over her "fallen brethren," but she soon recovers as she acknowledges she will write them into the scrolls to be remembered for eternity.[6][14][15] Similarly, she will express remorse to the Lone Wanderer over the loss of their father upon first greeting them, offering her assistance to them where she can.[16] She is fascinated by Project Purity and astonished by James and his team's work, but regrets that the Brotherhood had to stop protecting them due to limited manpower, lamenting the course of events as she believes this to be the reason James left.[17] Disrespecting Elder Lyons by questioning who is in charge of the Brotherhood, as they are incapable of tracking their members, causes Jameson to caution the Lone Wanderer to treat Lyons with the same level of respect they would their own father; in doing so, she echoes the Brotherhood belief of placing trust in the elders.[18][13]
She is eager to share her knowledge, but being told by the Lone Wanderer that they do not care or asking her to get to the point in her holotags explanations sees her become curt in her responses; she will resort to commenting that she expected no different from an outsider, or providing them minimal details and saying this is all they need to know.[19][20] She has limited information to share about super mutants, though is concerned about the physical and mental differences between them and the ones the Brotherhood had previously came across in the West Coast and Chicago.[21] When it comes to the Enclave, she restrains herself from commenting extensively on the basis that they are both unworthy of discussion and because her thoughts are far too "unladylike," though acknowledges the Enclave to be as nefarious as they were in previous encounters.[22] If asked again about the Enclave she asserts she does not have time for speculation as she would rather focus on ensuring the Brotherhood's members survive, particularly as manpower has thinned, instead hoping soon "we won't have to think about them at all."[23][24] Rather than show despair over the situation, Jameson aligns herself with the Brotherhood's core beliefs, that in spite of diminished numbers, "surrender is not an option"—whether the foe is super mutant or Enclave.[13]
Jameson attempts to conduct herself in as amicable a manner as she can, asking the Lone Wanderer to use the rewards she offers for the holotags in "good health," or upon concluding a conversation wish they "go with peace and knowledge."[15][25] On approach, she can articulate a variety of quotes, all related to knowledge, including a quote by Adlai Stevenson II, a United States politician who she considers one of the greatest pre-War men, and one by Anaïs Nin, a French-born American diarist and essayist.[26][27] A third quote of which the author is unknown remains one of Jameson's favorites, being: "knowledge is the beginning of wisdom, not the end of it."[28] In spite of Jameson's polite mannerisms, according to Scribe Bigsley, Yearling was sent on the field operation to the library on account of having antagonized Jameson by being a "contradictory" personality; similarly, Bigsley was sent to oversee Project Purity after conflicting with Jameson's "rose colored optimistic views."[29]
Daily schedule[]
Scribe Jameson can be found working in the archives area of the A ring in the Citadel when she is not sleeping.
"If we value the pursuit of knowledge, we must be free to follow wherever that search may lead us. I found that in an ancient book. The words of wisdom of one of the greatest men of the former civilzation."
"Which is why I must now ask you for your help. Each Brother wears a Holotag like the one you found. Should you find any of the fallen Brethren in the field, I ask that you return their tags to me, so that I might record their deeds in the scrolls."
"Knowledge is the beginning of wisdom, not the end of it. One of my favorite quotes. Its author has been lost to us. How can I help you, outsider?"
"I came across something interesting: "The possession of knowledge does not kill the sense of wonder and mystery. There is always more mystery." Quite true, don't you think?"
Notes[]
Jameson goes into significant detail on the inner workings of the Brotherhood, explaining the different orders, how the chain of command works, etc.
Scribe Jameson will sometimes quote "If we value the pursuit of knowledge, we must be free to follow wherever that search may lead us." This quote was spoken by Adlai Stevenson II, a U.S diplomat and Democratic politician, in 1952.[30]
Jameson has a setting enabling her to teach Barter, indicating the skills were at one point supposed to be trainable, as in Oblivion and Morrowind.
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↑ 1.01.11.21.31.4The Lone Wanderer: "What Order are you a part of?" Scribe Jameson: "Actually, I am proctor of the Order of the Quill. I oversee the Archives and Library here in the Citadel. We are dedicated to preserving the history of the Brotherhood as well as unearthing the secrets of the pre-war civilizations. We have a single field associate: Scribe Yearling. She operates out of the former Library of Congress to the northeast." (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑ 3.03.13.2The Lone Wanderer: "What are the Scrolls that you mentioned?" Scribe Jameson: "Scrolls are kept by the Head Librarian of each Brotherhood bunker. The Scrolls are a record of the Brotherhood itself. Into each Scroll is written the name and deeds of each of our Brothers. Battles, what technology he has recovered, when he was promoted. Everything. The last entry for each Brother is that Brother's death. It is important, as the way a man dies is just as important as the manner in which he lives. And so each man who nobly serves the Brotherhood ascends into our history, to be remembered by those who come after him." (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑The Lone Wanderer: "What are the Orders?" Scribe Jameson: "The Order of the Sword is responsible for weapons research and development. Guns, ammunition anything of an offensive nature. Defensive research is done by the Order of the Shield. Power Armor, defensive structures anything that is intended to protect us. The Order of the Quill preserves the written knowledge of the ancients, seeking out all manner of books and holotapes." (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑ 5.05.1The Lone Wanderer: "And without radio equipment, you can't keep track of them?" Scribe Jameson: "Exactly. A Brother fallen in the field may have no one to carry word of his death back to me. In calmer times, we could send detachments and messengers to learn their fates, but with our manpower stretched thin, we have no such luxury. Which is why I must now ask you for your help. Each Brother wears a Holotag like the one you found. Should you find any of the fallen Brethren in the field, I ask that you return their tags to me, so that I might record their deeds in the scrolls." (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑ 6.06.1The Lone Wanderer: "I found a Brotherhood Holotag. What should I do with it?" Scribe Jameson: "You have? Oh my. This brings to light a sad affair for the Brotherhood. But perhaps it is something that you can assist us with. If you have the time, I have an offer for you." (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑The Lone Wanderer: "Sure, I've got all the time in the world." Scribe Jameson: "Good. As I'm sure you've noticed, the Brotherhood operates all over the DC ruins, often detached from the main base here at the Citadel. We're short on communication equipment, so many of the groups in the field operate as independent cells without standing orders. Sometimes... I'm afraid that their missions end in their deaths. As keeper of the Scrolls, it's my charge to write of each fallen Brother's deeds." (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑The Lone Wanderer: "Where can I find Holotags?" Scribe Jameson: "They are on our fallen Brothers throughout the DC Ruins. However, I can't give you a full report on the locations of all of our operations. As I said, many of the units in the field operate independently, sometimes not reporting into the Citadel for weeks or months." (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑ 9.09.19.2The Lone Wanderer: "Why can't you send your own people to find the Holotags?" Scribe Jameson: "As I told you, with the increase in Super Mutant activity and Elder Lyons' edicts regarding our goals, we are critically short on manpower. Any soldier that I would ask to do this task is one less soldier fighting in the field or defending the Citadel. As much as I hate to involve outsiders, it is necessary if I am to properly maintain the scrolls to honor the dead." (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑The Lone Wanderer: "What's my reward if I bring you these Holotags?" Scribe Jameson: "We have access to a great deal of technology, and because of that, there are a number of things that we can continue to produce. I will be able to offer you caps for the tags you bring me, but from time to time, I will be able to give you something a bit more interesting." (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑The Lone Wanderer: "I had a few questions about them." Scribe Jameson: "It is my duty to provide knowledge that benefits the Brotherhood." (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑The Lone Wanderer: "I have some questions about the Brotherhood." Scribe Jameson: "Ah, one of my favorite subjects, of course! What would you like to know?" (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑ 13.013.113.2The Lone Wanderer: "What does the Brotherhood believe?" Scribe Jameson: "We believe in technology, in the triumph of the creations of the ancients over the horrors and evils of the Wasteland. We believe in trust. Trust in technology. Trust in our fellow Brothers. Trust in our Elders. Ah, and we believe in victory. Our forces have dwindled, but still we fight on. Super Mutant, Enclave, it matters not. Surrender is not an option." (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑The Lone Wanderer: "I've found some Holotags." Scribe Jameson: "Have you? It saddens me to hear of my fallen brethren, but their names and deeds shall be records. Tell me, how many have you found?" (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑ 15.015.1The Lone Wanderer: "Take all the Holotags I have." Scribe Jameson: "Their names shall be written into the Scrolls to be remembered forever. As for you, here is your reward. Use it well, and in good health." (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑Scibe Jameson: "Hail, outsider. I am Scribe Jameson. Word of your ordeal has spread. I am truly sorry for the loss of your father. But if I can help you in any way, please let me know." (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑The Lone Wanderer: "What about the Brotherhood's history in this area?" Scribe Jameson: "We first arrived in the Capital Wasteland in 2255. In those first couple of years, we discovered the Citadel, Super Mutants, and Project Purity! Ah, the purifier. What an undertaking. The work your father and his team did was... amazing. The Brotherhood helped protect them, you know. At least for a little while. But we were stretched thin as it was, even back then. We had to pull our forces out. When we did, the place was overrun. I imagine that's when your father left. I... I'm sorry, I wish things had turned out differently." (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑The Lone Wanderer: "You can't keep track of your own damn soldiers? Who runs this place?" Scribe Jameson: "I would ask that you respect the Elder as you would your own father. And rude as you may be, you are correct. We can't keep track of them. And worse than that problem, a Brother fallen in the field would have no one to carry word of his death back to me. In calmer times, we could send detachments and messengers to learn their fates, but with our manpower stretched thin, we have no such luxury. Which is why I must now ask you for your help. Each Brother wears a Holotag like the one you found. Should you find any of the fallen Brethren in the field, I ask that you return their tags to me, so that I might record their deeds in the scrolls." (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑The Lone Wanderer: "How about we skip the story and you just tell me what you want." Scribe Jameson: "Very well. It's as simple as this. I need someone to collect Holotags from our fallen brethren in the field. Bring them to me so that I can record the fallen Brothers in the Scrolls, and I will reward you. And that's all that you need to know." (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑ 21.021.1The Lone Wanderer: "Care to share anything about the Super Mutants?" Scribe Jameson: "The Brotherhood has been battling Super Mutants for decades. First out West, then in Chicago. Now here. But this group of Super Mutants is different, somehow. Physically, yes, but mentally as well. If we knew where they came from, we'd know why." (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑The Lone Wanderer: "So... Any thoughts on the Enclave?" Scribe Jameson: "Quite a few, but most are distinctly unladylike, and unworthy of discussion. I will tell you that the Brotherhood has encountered the Enclave before, and their motives were just as sinister then as they are now." (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑The Lone Wanderer: "So... Any thoughts on the Enclave?" Scribe Jameson: "Right now I need to focus on how to keep our men alive. I don't have time for speculation." (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑The Lone Wanderer: "So... Any thoughts on the Enclave?" Scribe Jameson: "My thoughts haven't changed. They're still not worthy of discussion. Hopefully before long we won't have to think about them at all." (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑Scribe Jameson: ""If we value the pursuit of knowledge, we must be free to follow wherever that search may lead us." I found that in an ancient book. The words of wisdom of one of the greatest men of the former civilzation." (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑Scribe Jameson: "I came across something interesting: "The possession of knowledge does not kill the sense of wonder and mystery. There is always more mystery." Quite true, don't you think?" (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑Scribe Jameson: ""Knowledge is the beginning of wisdom, not the end of it." One of my favorite quotes. Its author has been lost to us. How can I help you, outsider?" (Scribe Jameson's dialogue)
↑The Lone Wanderer: "I'm interested. Continue..." Scribe Bigsley: "I started out in the Swords. I upped the output of a few Laser Rifles. Apparently some initiates couldn't handle the extra power. A few got hurt. Then I joined the Shields. Bowditch wasn't all that pleased with me proving him and his theories on forcefield resonance were a bit "antiquated." Then I found myself among the Quills. Jameson refuses to accept any fact that conflicts with her rose colored optimistic views. She likes to assign "contradictory" personalities to "field operations." Take for example myself here, or Yearling, exiled to that accursed library. I used to think Rothchild and I were on the same page. Turns out he's happy to blindly follow the old man's orders like the rest of them." (Scribe Bigsley's dialogue)
↑ 1.01.11.2Fallout 3 Official Game Guide Game of the Year Edition p.95: "Scribe Elizabeth Jameson: Scribe Jameson oversees the archives in the Citadel and is charged with protecting the whole of the Brotherhood's knowledge. More importantly, she keeps the scrolls that record the deeds of all Brotherhood members."
