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TOPIC TEXT / PROMPT
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EMOTION
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RESPONSE TEXT
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| GREETING
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GREETING
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Neutral 50
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Look, Rexie, someone new's come to see us. {Sighs} Poor boy. He hasn't been feeling well lately. I'm the King. What can I do for you?
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1
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| GREETING
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Neutral 50
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That's strange, I don't see ol' Rexie with you. He usually comes back here whenever he's not with you. Where'd he get to?
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2
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| GREETING
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Neutral 50
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Why Rexie, you look all better, boy! Good as new! {talks in dog-owner-schmoopy voice} Did my Rexie get a new brain?
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3
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| GREETING
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Neutral 50
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I sure appreciate you coming back. You think a little more about my offer?
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4
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| GREETING
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Neutral 50
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I... I can't believe Pace is gone... He was always right here, you know? Always cracking me up with some story or another.
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5
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| Neutral 50
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Anyway, what did you want?
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6
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| GREETING
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Neutral 50
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I heard someone got to my friends who were injured. Looks like we'll never find out who did it now.
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7
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| Neutral 50
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Did you want something? I'm all kinda shook up right now.
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8
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| GREETING
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Neutral 50
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My eyes on the street tell me you haven't paid our mutual friend Orris a visit yet. Until you do, we got nothing to talk about.
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9
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| GREETING
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Neutral 50
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What do you have for me?
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10
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| GREETING
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Neutral 50
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{ Top level topics for The King }
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11
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| GREETING
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Neutral 50
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Have you found anything out? Or were you just here to chat?
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12
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| GREETING
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Neutral 50
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You find out somethin' about them soldier boys yet?
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13
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| GREETING
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Neutral 50
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I've already heard all about what happened, and all I can say is that I, and all of Freeside, thank you. Thank you very much.
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14
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| GREETING
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Neutral 50
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I heard all about what happened. Maybe it's time for a little more talkin' and a little less fightin'.
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15
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| GREETING
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Neutral 50
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Things have been lots better since you helped with with those soldier boys. Thanks again. So what can I do for you?
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16
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| GREETING
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Neutral 50
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What can the King do for you?
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17
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| VEndingKings
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VEndingKings
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Neutral 50
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{Narrating} With the King dead and most of their gang slain by the Courier, the remaining Kings fled the area, never to be heard from again.
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18
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| VEndingKings
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Neutral 50
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{Narrating} After the NCR victory at Hoover Dam, the temporary truce between them and the Kings blossomed into a full-scale relief effort for the people.
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19
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| Neutral 50
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While the NCR made repeated entreaties that Freeside join the Republic, the Kings steadfastly maintained their independence.
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20
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| VEndingKings
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Neutral 50
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{Narrating} Accusing the Kings of lying with a foreign invader for their newfound ties to the NCR, Mr. House punished them by ordering their forced removal.
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21
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| Neutral 50
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The Kings, defiant to the end, were destroyed to the last man by House's Securitrons.
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| VEndingKings
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Neutral 50
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{Narrating} Following the Second Battle of Hoover Dam, Freeside came to be known as one of the more stable areas in the region.
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| Neutral 50
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Ironically, NCR refugees found Freeside safer than most of the rest of New Vegas, where resentment still lingers.
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| VEndingKings
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Neutral 50
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{Narrating} After their victory at Hoover Dam, the Legion quickly set about destroying all remaining resistance, including any groups with ties to the NCR.
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25
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| Neutral 50
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Upon discovering the Kings' newfound relationship with the NCR, Legionaires flooded the streets of Freeside, and the Kings were quickly destroyed.
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| VEndingKings
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Neutral 50
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{Narrating} While the NCR was busy fighting the Legion at Hoover Dam, some Kings took it upon themselves to attack NCR citizens and soldiers around Freeside.
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| Neutral 50
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When the NCR moved to secure the region, they cracked down the hardest on Freeside, sending a full platoon to sweep the neighborhood.
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28
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| Neutral 50
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Most of the Kings were killed, with the few survivors driven out into the wastes.
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29
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| VEndingKings
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Neutral 50
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{Narrating} During the Second Battle of Hoover Dam, some Kings took it upon themselves to launch several attacks on NCR citizens and soldiers around Freeside.
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30
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| Neutral 50
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Mr. House looked on these actions favorably, seeing them as proof of the Kings' loyalty to New Vegas, and decided to leave them alone.
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| VEndingKings
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Neutral 50
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{Narrating} In the aftermath of the Second Battle of Hoover Dam, the Kings took the opportunity to viciously force all NCR citizens out of Freeside.
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32
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| Neutral 50
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Travelers from the Republic quickly learned to avoid Freeside if they valued their safety.
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33
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| VEndingKings
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Neutral 50
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{Narrating} Impressed with the Kings' continued attacks upon NCR citizens and soldiers, the Legion offered them the option of being assimilated into the Legion.
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34
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| Neutral 50
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The Kings refused, and briefly became slaves in the Legion, but after failed escape attempt, they were all put to death.
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| VEndingKings
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Neutral 50
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{Narrating} As the NCR moved to secure the region, the occupation of Freeside proved especially problematic.
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| Neutral 50
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Things remained tense due to numerous incidents, though the Kings were still in nominal control of the area.
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37
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| VEndingKings
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Neutral 50
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{Narrating} Flush with his victory, Mr. House sent Securitrons into Freeside, thinking to increase his control over the area.
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38
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| Neutral 50
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When fighting broke out, the Kings fought valiantly, but were no match for the armored killing machines, and were wiped out to the last man.
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39
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| VEndingKings
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Neutral 50
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{Narrating} The Kings retained their control of Freeside, and while they continued to favor the needs of locals, they tolerated the citizens of the defeated NCR.
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40
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| VEndingKings
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Neutral 50
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{Narrating} After their victory at Hoover Dam, Legion troops rolled through Freeside.
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41
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| Neutral 50
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The Kings tried to fight back, but most were killed, and the rest fled into the wasteland.
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| VFSKingHsuOfferStart
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VFSKingHsuOfferStart
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Neutral 50
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Let me guess. The NCR couldn't get me to dance to their tune so now they're asking again a little less nicely, right?
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| VFSKingSendsPlayerAfterPacer
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VFSKingSendsPlayerAfterPacer
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Neutral 50
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I want you to back him up. See this through, and there'll be something good waiting for you when you get back.
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44
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| VFSKingSendsPlayerToNegotiate
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VFSKingSendsPlayerToNegotiate
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Neutral 50
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What is that fool doing? I need you to head out there and try to defuse the situation. Tell them I'm willing to cooperate.
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| VFSKingUltimatumStart
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VFSKingUltimatumStart
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Neutral 50
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Let me guess. The NCR couldn't get me to dance to their tune so now they're asking again a little less nicely, right?
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| VFreeformFreesideFSTheKingTopic000
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50 caps.
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Neutral 50
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That's Pace for you. He means well, but he doesn't like strangers. Here, to make amends.
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47
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| 50 caps.
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Neutral 50
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Now, what can I do for you?
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48
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic000
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500 caps.
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Neutral 50
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You're kidding me, right? No, from the look in your eye I can tell you're not kidding. Wow, you should really be more careful with your money.
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49
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| Neutral 50
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Here, this should cover it. So there's no hard feelings.
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50
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| 500 caps.
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Neutral 50
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Now, I'm guessing you really wanted to talk business if you were willing to drop that much cash to see me.
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51
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| Neutral 50
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Now, what can I do for you?
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52
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic001
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It's not worth mentioning.
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Neutral 50
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You're modest. I respect that. So what can I do for you?
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53
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic002
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Nothing, I talked my way in.
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Neutral 50
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Pace must be losing his touch. Either that or you're a smooth one. So what can I do for you?
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54
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic003
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I'm looking for a way into the Strip.
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Neutral 50
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I might just be able to help you with that. But it's not something I do easily, or often. You'd have to earn it. You willing to do that?
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic006
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Sure. What do I have to do?
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Neutral 50
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I'll start you off with something easy. Did you notice the bodyguards for hire near the gates when you entered Freeside?
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56
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic007
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Not really. I guess I'll go find another way.
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Neutral 50
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Then I wish you luck. But know that there are only two ways in there, me or those robots. Good luck working things out with the tin cans.
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic008
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Yes.
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Neutral 50
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It's good money if you can stay alive long enough. Freeside's not as safe as it used to be, so the money is well earned.
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58
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| Neutral 50
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Usually well earned, that is. Recently my men tell me that one of those bodyguards, fella named Orris, is making a little too much money.
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59
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| Neutral 50
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He's making a killing in repeat business. Once someone hires him they never want anyone else. I want you to find out why.
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60
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| Neutral 50
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Specifically, I want you to hire him. Play the part of an innocent tourist and follow his lead.
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61
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| Neutral 50
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If nothing happens, so be it. But I'm guessing things won't go so smoothly. Call it a hunch. So what do you say?
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic009
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Sure, I've got one waiting outside for me.
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Neutral 50
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It's good money if you can stay alive long enough. Freeside's not as safe as it used to be, so the money is well earned.
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63
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| Neutral 50
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Usually well earned, that is. Recently my men tell me that one of those bodyguards is getting a suspiciously large amount of business.
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64
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| Neutral 50
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The man's name is Orris, and everyone who hires him specifically requests him when they return. I want you to find out why.
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65
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| Neutral 50
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Specifically, I want you to hire him. He's usually covering the northern gate. Then I want you to head for the southern gate.
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66
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| Neutral 50
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If nothing happens, so be it. But I'm guessing things won't go so smoothly. Call it a hunch. So what do you say?
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic011
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Sure.
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Neutral 50
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Okay, then. Once you part ways, return here. I'll look forward to hearing your report. Oh, and take this to cover the hiring cost.
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic012
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Why are you so interested in this?
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Neutral 50
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You may have noticed that some of those guards out there are Kings, too. I'm just looking out for my men.
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69
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| Neutral 50
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I'm not trying to get some kind of unfair advantage. I just want a level playing field for my boys. So what do you say?
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70
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic013
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Why can't your men look into this?
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Neutral 50
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I've tried, but he can smell a King a mile away. Probably knows all our faces by now. He's not a stupid man, I'll give him that.
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71
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| Neutral 50
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What I need is someone he won't recognize, which makes you perfect.
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72
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| Neutral 50
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So are you going to take the job or what?
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73
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic014
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I have better things to do.
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Neutral 50
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That's too bad. We could have helped each other out. If you change your mind, stop back. The job might still be waiting for you.
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic015
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Orris is a fraud. He fakes attacks on his clients and then plays hero.
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Neutral 50
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So that's how it happens... Okay, then. I'll have some guys pull him off the street when no one's looking.
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| Neutral 50
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You've shown me something, so maybe you can help me with a matter that's a little more important.
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| Orris is a fraud. He fakes attacks on his clients and then plays hero.
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Neutral 50
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A lot of folks round these parts who've been here a while resent the sheer number of people that have come into the area since the Strip was built.
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77
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| Neutral 50
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In turn the newcomers, most of whom come from the NCR, have gotten ornery from being resented. Sometimes things get violent.
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78
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| Neutral 50
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This is one of those occasions. Recently, a few friends of mine were attacked, and I want you to find out who did it.
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79
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| Neutral 50
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Word's come that they just woke up over at the Old Mormon Fort just north of here. Head on over and see if they remember anything.
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80
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic016
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Not much. He seemed legit to me.
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Neutral 50
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Oh he did, did he? Well that just ain't good enough. Get back out there and hire him again. Hire him a hundred times if that's what it takes.
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81
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| Neutral 50
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And before you ask, I'm not gonna cover the cost this time. It's bad enough I'm giving the man *more* business.
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic017
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Orris shouldn't be a problem any longer.
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Neutral 50
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Ah, so it went down like that, huh? I guess it can't be helped now.
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83
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| Neutral 50
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You're not subtle, but you get the job done. That's good enough for me. Maybe you can help me with something more important.
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84
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic018
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About that favor you owe me...
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Neutral 50
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Ask away.
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85
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic019
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I need you to stop the violence against NCR citizens in Freeside.
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Neutral 50
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So I'm supposed to just start giving in to the demands of random strangers that come in here, huh? I don't think so.
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86
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| Neutral 50
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You want something from me, you're gonna have to earn it. And it just so happens that I've got a few things I need taken care of. So what do you say?
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87
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| I need you to stop the violence against NCR citizens in Freeside.
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Neutral 50
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I'd love to help you, but it seems I can't even prevent my own friends from getting killed. I'm sorry as can be, but I can't help you.
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88
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic020
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The NCR is distributing supplies in a building down by the old train station.
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Neutral 50
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Handing out supplies? Like food and stuff? That ain't nothing to get ruffled over. You find anything else?
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic021
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Where did you get the robot dog?
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Neutral 50
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I got Rex here from a salvager a few years ago. He was a little dinged up when I got him, but one of the Followers fixed him right up.
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90
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic022
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Is there something wrong with him?
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Neutral 50
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He's been acting peculiar for some time now. I took him to the Followers and had him checked out, and they said his brain is bad or something.
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91
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic023
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He doesn't seem very happy.
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Neutral 50
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He goes through spells like this from time to time. The Followers said his brain is going bad or something.
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92
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic024
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Let's talk about something else.
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Neutral 50
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Sure, what's on your mind?
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93
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic025
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What can you tell me about Freeside?
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Neutral 50
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To understand Freeside, you have to look back a few years. Originally, we were all just tribes making a living in this area.
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94
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| Neutral 50
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That all changed when Mr. House came around. He made an offer to the three biggest tribes that were willing to listen to him.
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95
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| Neutral 50
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Today, everyone calls those tribes the Three Families, and they live in luxury and run their own casinos in the Strip.
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96
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| Neutral 50
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The rest of us were left to fight over the crumbs, living in the shadow of those more fortunate. Things got pretty nasty for a while.
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97
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| Neutral 50
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But we wanted more. A place of our own. A place where no one could tell us what to do. And we didn't want to go elsewhere to find it.
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98
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| Neutral 50
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So we took control of this place, and made it our own. And that's really all Freeside is, the best of a bad situation.
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99
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic027
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Tell me about the Kings.
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Neutral 50
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We're different than other gangs, and not just because we dress better. We're not just a group of thugs looking for our next fight.
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100
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| Neutral 50
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The Kings are about an idea, you see? Where every man is free to follow his own path, do his own thing. Where every man is a king in his own right.
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101
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic028
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I have other things to do.
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Neutral 50
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That's all right. My friends got beat so bad they'll be recuperating for quite some time, so head over there when you can.
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102
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic029
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Do you always charge people to come talk to you?
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Neutral 50
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Charge? Ha ha. Pace must be at it again. What did he take you for?
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103
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic030
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This building is... interesting. What do you know about it?
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Neutral 50
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Near as I can tell, it was some sort of religious institution.
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104
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| Neutral 50
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Oh, I know it says "school" out front, but everything in here seems to be related to the worship of some guy from back in the day.
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105
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| Neutral 50
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People used to come here to learn about him, to dress like him, move like him. To {stressed} be him. If that's not worship, I don't know what is.
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106
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic031
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Can they do anything?
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Neutral 50
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No, they said they don't have the tools to help him.
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107
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic032
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Is he going to be okay?
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Neutral 50
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For now, but they said eventually he's going to get worse. I don't know what to do.
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108
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic033
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Can I help somehow?
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Neutral 50
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I don't know. Maybe. If you found a way to help my poor Rex here, I'd be much obliged.
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109
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| Neutral 50
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Your best bet would be to talk to Julie Farkas over at the Old Mormon Fort north of here. Maybe you'll have better luck than I did.
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110
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic034
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Absolutely. I'll see that he gets better.
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Neutral 50
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I can't thank you enough. Now, there's a few things you should know about ol' Rex here if you're going to be traveling together.
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111
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| Neutral 50
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First, he hates rats. Can't stand the things. Giant rats, molerats, doesn't matter. He catches a whiff of one and he's off like a shot after them.
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112
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| Neutral 50
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He's normally pretty obedient, but you might have to chase him some if he goes after one of the little varmints.
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113
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| Neutral 50
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Second, he doesn't like hats, or the people wearing them. Don't ask. I have no idea why. Maybe because it rhymes with "rats".
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114
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| Neutral 50
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That should be it, though. Other than the occasional bad spot when his brain starts hurting him, that is, but I'm hoping you'll see to that.
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115
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| Neutral 50
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I wish you both luck. Take care of my Rex now, y'hear?
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116
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic035
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I'll pass.
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Neutral 50
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I completely understand. No reason you should take on someone else's problems. Let me know if you change your mind, though.
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117
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| Neutral 50
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Now, was there anything else you wanted to talk about?
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118
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic036
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About Rex here...
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Neutral 50
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What about him?
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119
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic037
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Let's talk about something else.
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Neutral 50
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Like what?
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120
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic038
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I think I already killed him...
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Neutral 50
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So it went down like that, huh? I guess it can't be helped now.
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121
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| Neutral 50
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Even though you lack subtlety, you've shown me you can get the job done, so maybe you can help me with something more important.
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122
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic039
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I was hoping you might have some work for me.
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Neutral 50
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Maybe so. Maybe so. You look like you might be able to handle yourself. Tell you what.
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123
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| Neutral 50
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You do me a favor, and I'll have some more work for you when it's done. Sound good?
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124
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| I was hoping you might have some work for me.
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Neutral 50
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I did have something, but some friends of mine got whacked and now I got nothing for ya. Sorry about that.
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125
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| I was hoping you might have some work for me.
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Neutral 50
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I did have something, but a close friend of mine got whacked and now I got nothing for ya. Sorry about that.
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126
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic041
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Orris left town after I had a little talk with him.
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Neutral 50
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Convinced him, huh? I could use more men with your powers of persuasion.
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127
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| Neutral 50
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You've shown me you can get the job done, so maybe you can help me with something more important.
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128
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic042
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Will it be dangerous? I like dangerous.
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Neutral 50
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In that case, some of the things I need handled will be right up your alley.
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129
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic045
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I'm a little busy right now.
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Neutral 50
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I beg your pardon, then. I'll let you get about your business.
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130
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VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic046
{Learned about Doc Henry and tell the King}
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Julie Farkas said a man in Jacobstown can treat Rex.
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Neutral 50
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She said what? Why didn't she just say so when I was there? Actually, come to think of it, I was pretty angry when I went down there.
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131
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| Happy 50
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I vaguely recall something about upending a few tables, maybe knocking out one of her doctors. Anyway, that's incredible news!
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132
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| Sad 50
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Only thing is, there's too much going on around here for me to make a trip like that, and I need all of my guys just to keep things settled here.
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133
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| Neutral 50
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You seem to be awfully interested in my boy Rex here. And you've done some good work for me already. I'll tell you what.
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134
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| Neutral 50
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You promise to get Rexie here to that doctor, and I'll lend him to you. What do you say?
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135
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| About Rex...
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Neutral 50
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Yes? Did you reconsider?
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136
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic047
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I'm afraid so.
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Neutral 50
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Then I must refuse. The people here have the right to do what they want and are beholden to none. I won't take that away from them.
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137
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic048
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The violence needs to stop.
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Neutral 50
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And whose job is it to stop it? Yours? Mine? Who are we to tell people what to do? No man has that right.
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138
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic049
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There's still time to solve this peacefully.
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Says the one with a squad of armed soldiers behind them. No, I don't think a peaceful solution is possible. Not anymore.
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These men have orders to kill you all if you refuse. Are you sure?
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That I don't want to sign away my freedom and that of all the people I'm responsible for at gunpoint? Yeah, I'm sure.
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And when you're dead? What will happen to their freedom then?
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[SUCCEEDED] Honestly, I hadn't thought it through that far. I'd guess someone would come and take over this place.
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And you can be damn sure they won't run it like the King, baby. They might run everyone out, or enslave them, or worse.
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I guess I have no choice. Tell your NCR masters that I accept their terms. I'll see that violence against their people is dealt with.
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Now take these fools and get out of here before they start a riot.
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[FAILED] My momma didn't raise no quitter, and I stand by my beliefs. The answer is no.
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The NCR is just trying to protect its people.
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And I'm trying to protect mine. If the NCR wants peace so much, the first step would be to get these soldiers out of here.
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic053
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Actually, they want to make you an offer.
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An offer, huh? All right, let's hear it.
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You've got them all wrong.
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Wrong, huh? And I suppose they sent all of these soldiers just to make nice. Lucky me.
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What if they are?
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Then I'm afraid we're going to have ourselves a tussle. Now say what you came to say or get out.
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Freeside gets more food, water, and electricity.
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That doesn't sound half bad... what's the catch?
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The Kings have to stop the violence against people from the NCR.
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Hmmm, people around here *would* be a lot less ornery if there were more supplies to go around. It'd be rough at first, but I think we could manage.
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Tell you what. I'll agree to those terms. But the Kings won't lift a finger until we see the first of those supplies.
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No catch. You just make sure no King attack an NCR citizen from now on.
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That's not so bad. I might have to make an example of a few of the more hotheaded guys, but otherwise, that sounds fair.
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Tell you what. I'll agree to those terms. But the Kings won't lift a finger until we see the first of those supplies.
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So why isn't every man in Freeside in your gang?
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We've tried to pass our philosophy on to the people of Freeside, but not everyone is ready to be a King.
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The kids love us, but the old-timers tend to shy away and keep to themselves. They probably couldn't pull off the look, anyway.
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As for the others, some people just plain don't respect others, and that's a no-no. If there's one thing I won't tolerate, it's lack of respect.
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I want to join the Kings.
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Normally, we don't let outsiders join, but I think I can make an exception in your case. I'll have one of the guys spread the word.
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From this day forward, you're one of us, and no one in Freeside will mess with you if they know what's good for them.
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In addition, if you want to do something about that hair of yours, talk to Sergio. I'll let him know you're coming.
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Perhaps more importantly, you've earned the right to wear something a little more stylish. Here, wear it proudly.
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Normally, we don't let outsiders join, and you'd be the first female King ever, but I think I can make an exception in your case.
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From this day forward, you're one of us, and no one in Freeside will mess with you if they know what's good for them.
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In addition, if you want to do something about that hair of yours, talk to Sergio. I'll let him know you're coming.
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Perhaps more importantly, you've earned the right to wear something a little more stylish. Here, wear it proudly.
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Can you get me into the Strip?
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Sure can. I have a friend who has just what you're looking for, has a shop over yonder by the east gate, named Mick & Ralph's.
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Just tell Ralph that I sent you and he'll get you squared away.
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I could really use some money...
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Caps are a little tight these days, but with our guards making more and those supplies comin' in I reckon I can spare some.
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I'd like to think about it.
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That's a good idea. I don't give out favors everyday, so you probably shouldn't rush to pick something.
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Tumble it around in your mind and come back when you know what you want. I'll be here.
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Tell me more about him.
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Not a whole lot to tell. There were only a few books left in here when we found it, and those were rotted away.
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There were some posters left that were pretty well preserved, which is how we know all this stuff was based on the same guy.
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The thing of it is, we don't even know what his name was. All the posters just referred to him as "The King".
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I wanted to talk about something else.
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Fine by me, just remember I owe you one. Now what did you want to talk about?
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic072
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I need you to stop the violence against NCR citizens in Freeside.
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Whoa... that's a doozy. Truth be told, I don't even know if I can pull something like that off.
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All I'm asking is that you try.
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I'll give it my best. You've earned that much. But this makes us even, you hear?
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The Kings will follow your leadership.
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Damn straight they will. It's some of the other locals that I'm worried about.
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On second thought, if I can whip this band of hooligans into obedience, a stray tough guy or two shouldn't be a problem.
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Okay, you've got a deal. No more violence against the NCR on my watch. But this makes us even, you hear?
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Well, if you can't do it...
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Hold on now, I didn't say I couldn't do it, just that I couldn't guarantee it, and even that's probably stretching the truth a little.
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Just leave everything to me. I'll see that the violence stops. But this makes us even, you hear?
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I need you to stop the violence against NCR citizens.
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Is that so? That's a mighty tall order for someone I barely know. Now, if you were to help me out some, that might change my mind.
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Can I help you with anything else?
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I'd like to help you out, especially considering all you've done, but that's a pretty big favor you're asking for, and you've already used yours.
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Was there anything else you wanted?
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Can I join the Kings?
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Whoa, there. Not just anyone can be a King. First of all, we usually only accept people native to the area.
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Second, I have to approve. And I don't. You haven't shown me you've got what it takes to be a King yet.
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But if you're fixin' to join something fierce, stick around, and if you play your cards right, things might change.
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I'll head over right away.
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Good. I like that enthusiasm. Return when you have some information we can use.
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I'll look into it when I can.
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Good. Return here when you've found something.
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic080
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The Local men were attacked by soldiers. One of the men was identified by rank.
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Bunch of soldier boys, huh? They usually don't come around these parts since their big base is on the other side of the Strip.
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If they're comin' over here now, it's got to be for a reason. I didn't want to believe the rumors that they're looking to take over Vegas, but now...
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If something big is going down, I'm sure rumors of it will have spread. Ask around, particularly in the squatter areas where the NCR folk hang.
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You might also mosey on over to the Mormon Fort and chat Julie Farkas up. The Followers tend to be in the know about these things.
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Just don't ask her what to do about it. She'll probably ask you to hug someone or somethin'.
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic081
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If this was a school, what was taught here?
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As far as we can tell, the guy that built this place was considered the coolest of the cool, and taught other people how to be more like him.
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People would come from all around to learn how to sing, dance, dress, and even speak the way he did.
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic083
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I'm still looking into the matter.
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Then there's no sense in us talkin' about it.
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic084
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I wanted to ask you some questions.
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Go ahead. Throw some questions at me.
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic085
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They refuse to serve Locals.
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Ah, that would explain the goons. They're here to keep people like my friends away from the food. That ain't something I support. No sir.
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic086
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I still haven't found anything.
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Keep at it. Those boys are here for a reason.
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic087
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Can I ask you a few questions?
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Sure can. What did you want to know?
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic088
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It seemed fairly innocent.
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Nothing's innocent in Freeside. You should know that by now.
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No, I'm guessing they're doing something they know will cause a row, like keep the food all to themselves.
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Ah, that would explain the goons. They're here to keep people like my friends away from the food. That ain't something I support. No sir.
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic090
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Let's talk about something else.
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Sure thing. What'd you have in mind?
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic091
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And that's where you got the name from.
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Well, that and the giant sign outside. This place could have been "The King's House of Dog Chow" and I still would have taken the name.
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But I like to think I keep the memory alive.
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic092
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Is that what you guys do, pretend to be this guy?
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Somethin' like that, yeah. There were some working tapes here when we first got here, so we know what he sounded like.
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Sadly, they stopped working a few years back, so I sold them to a junk merchant who was passing through, otherwise I'd play some for you.
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All the outfits you see my guy wearing around were originally found in here, too. Along with more hair gel than you can shake a stick at.
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic094
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What are you going to do?
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I'm gonna see that those supplies are distributed a little m{ore} - what the hell?
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic095
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They said someone was sent to discuss the issue with you.
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Wait a minute, wait a minute. They said what?
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic096
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Let's not act rashly here.
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Don't worry, I'm not gonna do anything uncalled for.
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic097
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They said the man was severely beaten and barely survived.
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Huh, that would explain why they're all riled at us. Seems like we have a big misunderst{anding} - what the hell?
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic099
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What can you tell me about Pacer?
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Pace? He and I grew up together around here. We've been through a lot together, and there's no man I'd rather have at my side in a pinch.
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Don't judge him too harshly for trying to get some caps out of you. He probably took you for a squatter, looking for a place to settle down.
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There've been a lot of people moving into the area lately, and it's got some people riled. Can't blame 'em myself. There's only so much to go around.
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic100
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Who are the important people in Freeside?
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There's me, but I don't really like talking about myself. There's Julie Farkas and the other Followers down at the ol' Mormon Fort.
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The Garret Twins up at the Wrangler deserve mention. Wouldn't be right not mentioning the Van Graffs, I suppose.
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And while they're not important in the overall scheme of things, there's Mick and Ralph, too. Just don't tell them I said that. {The last sentence is spoken slightly lower, in a conspiratorial tone.}
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Who all did you want to know about?
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic101
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Tell me about Julie Farkas.
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Julie represents the Followers of the Apocalypse. They're a group that tries to help people out whenever they can, so we get along just fine.
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If you ever need to get patched up, one of their docs'll have you right as rain in no time flat. They sell supplies, too. Or used to.
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Heard they were having trouble bringing stuff in, or keeping up with the demand, or something, lately.
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Did you want to know about anyone else?
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic102
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I'd like to hear about the Garret Twins.
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Them twins run the Atomic Wrangler, the only working casino here in Freeside. It's become pretty much {thee} the place to go around these parts.
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Give it a whirl when you've got some time. Now, was there anyone else you wanted to know about?
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic103
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Who are the Van Graffs?
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They're a family-run business from out west that deal in weapons mostly. A word of caution, though. They're not a friendly bunch. Not at all.
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Their store is just past the Wrangler, and sells all kinds of fancy weapons that most people around here can't afford.
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Anyone else you wanted to know about?
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic104
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What's the skinny on Mick and Ralph?
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Mick and Ralph sell all sorts of things at a small store over by the east gate. They've done all right by us, and they'll do all right by you.
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You want to know about anyone else?
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic105
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They were distributing supplies down by the old train station, but I dealt with them.
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I'll send some guys to check out your story, but that's some good news for a change.
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Word will probably spread about this, and quickly. The NCR'll know not to come around these parts if they know what's good for 'em.
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| They were distributing supplies down by the old train station, but I dealt with them.
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You've helped us plenty, so I'll tell you what. Just this once, name whatever you want, and if I can make it happen, it's done.
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Don't rush it, though. Toss it around in your head a little. You only get one favor from The King.
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic107
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I hate to tell you this, but Rex is dead.
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{Overwhelmed by emotion} That's... that's terrible. I hope the poor little guy gave as good as he got. {Sad, but proud} He always was a fighter.
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{Breaking down a little} Why I remember one time when he... {Tries to switch topics to cover} do you mind if we talk about something else?
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic109
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You know, I really don't pay attention to him, so your guess is as good as mine.
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I expect you to treat my Rexie with a little more care. I'm expecting him back now, you hear?
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Now, was there something you wanted to talk about?
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic110
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He sure did.
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You're a man of your word, no doubt about it. I can't thank you enough.
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If you want, hold onto Rex for a little while longer. I'm sure he'd enjoy that. Was there anything else you wanted?
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic111
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I don't have to give him back just yet, do I?
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No no, you can hold onto him for a little while longer, I think. You deserve that much at least, for what you've done.
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But aside from the good news about my Rex, was there something you wanted?
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| VFreeformFreesideVFSTheKingTopic112
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Should I leave you two alone?
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Naw, I'm just happy to see my pup back on his feet and happy. I can't thank you enough for this.
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Hopefully, he's been making himself useful as a way of paying you back. But where are my manners, did you need something?
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VMS29KingOfferStart
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Neutral 50
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Okay, I need some answers, now. These guys just barged in here and said they were under orders to keep me here until you arrived.
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I'm about five seconds away from telling my men to take them down, so speak fast.
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VMS29KingUltimatumStart
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Maybe you can tell me what the hell is going on here. These stony face bastards haven't said a word other than to say they're here under orders.
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| VMS29VFSTheKingTopic000
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I'm here to deliver an ultimatum from the NCR. Cease hostilities against the NCR or perish.
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An ultimatum? Do you even know who you're talking to? We're the Kings, and no King will ever accept an ultimatum.
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Go back to your general or commodore or whatever-the-fuck and tell them to shove their ultimatum where the sun don't shine.
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| VMS29VFSTheKingTopic001
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The NCR wants you to curb the violence in Freeside. Or else.
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You know, it's that "or else" part that gets stuck in my craw. It just sounds a little too much like you're trying to tell us what to do.
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And nobody tells the Kings what to do. So why don't you and all of your little friends get the hell out of here. Or else.
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| VMS29VFSTheKingTopic002
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NCR citizens are dying in Freeside and the NCR wants you to stop it.
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Well, Freeside citizens are also being attacked and I'd like you all to stop it, but I'm guessing that's not going to happen, is it?
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This little show of force accomplishes nothing. So take your toy soldiers and go home. Show's over.
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| VMS29VFSTheKingTopic003
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I've been instructed to offer you more resources in exchange for your word that the violence stops.
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That sounds fair. And all I have to do is try to tone down the attacks on the Squatters, you say?
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| VMS29VFSTheKingTopic004
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I apologize for their rudeness. The NCR wants peace in Freeside, and offers additional supplies.
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And I suppose they want me to help see that happen? That seems pretty reasonable.
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| VMS29VFSTheKingTopic005
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Don't take that tone with me. These soldiers would wipe the floor with your men.
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Sounds like a challenge. Boys, let's do this!
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