The merchant contract is a paper note in Fallout 3.
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It can be obtained from Uncle Roe in Canterbury Commons when starting the unmarked quest Merchant Empire.
Transcript[]
I, ______, heretofore recognized as "the investor" do agree to the following.
After negotiation with Ernest "Uncle" Roe of Canterbury Commons, an alliance has been struck with the caravan merchants of the Capital Wasteland.
As their manager, Roe will oversee their inventories and investments. The investor may dictate each merchant's specialties and invest in their wares for improved quality goods.
This contract is legally binding, in so much as it can be enforced by a hired mercenary with guns and no sense of humor.
Signed: ________________