FNV Jump 1 Summary

And so the Jumper, who sprang up- seemingly out of nowhere- faded once more into obscurity, leaving the Mojave Wasteland forever changed. Although he had left a huge mark on the Mojave in his quest to bring about a golden age for the region and all humanity, as the years passed he became little more than a footnote in the legends that sprang up about the Courier- a taller tale about a Ranger turned boogeyman, who could tame Deathclaws and left a trail of blood and bodies in his wake- that made the Courier's own exploits more believable, in spite of the many accounts of his actions.

Mr. House's Securitron army took control of Hoover Dam and the Strip, pushing both the Legion and the NCR out of New Vegas. Mr. House continued to run New Vegas his way, a despotic vision of Pre-War glory. But, over the coming years the ruler of New Vegas softened up some- perhaps due to the council of his two trusted advisers. Mr. House's vision for humanity would come to pass a little earlier than he expected, and on his deathbed when even he could no longer sustain his life he would describe this miracle as "a gift from a close friend." But how that came to pass, is a story for another time.

With Caesar and Lanius both slain before their planned attack on Hoover Dam, the Legion had little hope for victory. The various tribes and factions that formed after the Legion's disintegration took to fighting each other- if they weren't wiped out by NCR soldiers or bounty hunters- in the hopes of reclaiming the glory of their past.

The New California Republic had been ousted from the Mojave- its leaders shamed. However, the NCR- having learned their lesson about spreading themselves too far, and too thin- would later prosper. Electricity from Hoover Dam was sold to them at a fair rate, and they no longer had to defend and maintain Hoover Dam- gaining a buffer zone between them and the remnants of the Legion in the process. New Vegas remained a popular vacation destination for NCR citizens.

The Courier, fair and kind-hearted to those in the Wasteland, ensured that Mr. House would keep New Vegas stable and secure for future generations. Mr. House afforded her every luxury- even wedding her to her chosen husband in a ceremony held in font of the Lucky 38, in one of his rare public appearances (via Securitron)- out of gratitude, and a quiet sense of pride in his choice of lieutenants.

Tabitha and Rhonda, along with the other mutants of Black Mountain, journeyed to Jacobstown where they joined the thriving community of outcasts, mutants, and other lost souls who were weary of the Wasteland. There she continued to provide her own, unique brand of entertainment to the people of the Mojave Wasteland- although the worst of her peculiarities were reigned in thanks to the work of Dr. Henry, as well as the watchful eyes of Marcus, their mayor.

Convinced that his time as a gunslinger was past, Raul made peace with the idea of growing old. Eventually, he retired and settled down in New Vegas, where he would spend his days helping to repair some of the city's infrastructure that had not gone unscathed by time. Although- on occasion- tales could be heard of a ghoul vigilante who would enact vengeance on those who still dared to prey on the weak out on the limits of the city, away from the watchful sensors of Mr. House's Securitrons.

Mr. House showed little interest in the Boomers, who eventually began to venture outside of Nellis to meet and trade with travelers.

The Brotherhood of Steel- under the threat of imminent destruction- fled East, eventually rejoining their brothers who had flourished away from their strict doctrine. After a period of confusion and unrest, the Brotherhood of Steel became a force of good in the Wasteland thanks to the actions of notable individuals in the region where they settled.

The peace that followed served to ease Veronica's worries about the Brotherhood's immediate future. Eventually- though her voice was no longer recognizable to the Scribe- someone that she had thought she had lost reentered her life; and with the Brotherhood's new leadership, they were able to spend the rest of their days together.

With their leaders butchered by the Courier and her companions, the Fiends scattered- becoming easy prey for the Wasteland.

The Followers of the Apocalypse helped provide aid to NCR troopers in the aftermath of the assault on the Legion. Mr. House- at the request of the Courier- allowed the Followers to continue to operate in Freeside. Once their numbers had grown large enough, the group splintered- spreading their message far and wide throughout the Wasteland, and bringing aid to many.

Arcade, having helped route the Legion with the other members of the Remnants, found a place in New Vegas alongside the Courier and her other companions- helping advise her on matters of technology, medicine, and society. Eventually he rejoined the Followers, accompanying a group of them East.

After Mr. House gained control of New Vegas, he sent a Securitron to Goodsprings as a token of appreciation for helping the Courier. Although Victor continually monitored the town, it also received some attention and trade as the place where the Courier- and, if you believed in that type of stuff, the Jumper- had started their journey.

In the years following the destruction of Cassidy Caravans, NCR used evidence of the plot to blackmail the Crimson Caravan, enacting strict trade laws with little resistance. The Van Graffs- their business taken over by Mr. House- were exiled from New Vegas, where they joined a group of surviving Fiends. Briefly, as their band was wiped out soon after.

Cass lived to see Hoover Dam in its Old World Glory, humming with power the likes of which the Mojave had never seen. Vegas burned brighter than ever, Securitrons filled the streets, and Cass's heart skipped... just a little. Although she never settled down in New Vegas, she made frequent excuses to visit the city with her new caravan- trips which often ended with her leaving the Lucky 38, a bottle of whisky in hand and a smile on her face.

The Great Kahns broke their alliance with Caesar's Legion, but without a battle to fight- and with the retreat of the NCR and the establishment of Mr. House as the ruler of New Vegas, they were left without their revenge or a purpose. The tribe eventually branched out into the surrounding area, and with help from the Followers of the Apocalypse established a thriving settlement in Bonnie Springs. A large group of Kahns, disillusioned by this, left the Mojave to strike back at the NCR and were swiftly eradicated, leaving their tribe to grieve their loss- and, eventually, move on.

Thanks to the Courier and Lily, a cure for the nightkin's schizophrenia was found. Jacobstown, which was largely ignored by Mr. House, became a haven for mutants.

Encouraged to take her medication regularly, Lily's mind eventually attained a semblance of clarity. Her memories dulled by the pills, she cast aside the recording of her grandchildren, no longer remembering its significance. The holotape was kept, safe, in the Presidential Suite of the Lucky 38. Perhaps, someday, it would be played again.

Although tensions had been eased between the NCR and the Kings, Mr. House left them alone for their assistance in enacting his brand of justice on the Omeratas. The Gomorrah was gifted to the King, who renovated it from the top down. The King's Academy/Casino of Impersonation opened several years later, and quickly entered a competitive rivalry with The Tops.

After Rey's brain was transplanted into Rex's cybernetic body, it took Rex some time to adjust to the old scrapyard dog's memories. Eventually, Rex's mind settled peacefully, and he remained a faithful companion to the King in Freeside.

Shaped by the advice of one of the Courier's travelling companions, the Misfits distinguished themselves during the attack on the Legion's Camp. Mags was finally promoted to Seargent, and the rest of the Misfits received an official commendation. They continued to serve with distinction for many years.

Novac, already a low priority target for the Legion, went unnoticed as their forces were routed. In the weeks that followed several Bright Followers returned to Novac, their pilgrimage missed, and helped to defend the town from the scattered groups of Legionaries that occasionally targeted the town. Eventually, the town flourished as the REPCONN facility became open to scavengers once more.

Craig Boone had finally done it. With the help of the Courier, he personally ended Caesar's life- getting revenge for himself, and the lives of his wife and unborn child. Although he was badly wounded by the Monster of the East and would never fire a rifle again, he was able to find peace with himself- both for the death of his wife, and the massacre at Bitter Springs. He stayed in New Vegas for the rest of his days, and worked alongside Mr. House's advisers as an expert on security and matters relating to the NCR.

The Powder Gangers at the NCRCF were wiped out, leaving the prison empty. The Correctional Facility became another abandoned ruin in the Wasteland, occasionally picked over by enterprising prospectors. With the Powder Gangers of Vault 19 not far behind, the gang quickly became nothing more than a footnote in the history of the Mojave.

Primm Slimm continued to be an able-minded, if not able-bodied, sheriff for Primm. Eventually, a New Vegas mechanic was commisioned to give him a new pair of legs, and criminals soon learned to behave in Primm lest they be chased down by an angry, sprinting robot.

Due to the Courier's intervention, Chief Hanlon abandoned his plan to sabotage the defense of Hoover Dam. The Rangers assisted the troopers admirably on their attack on the Legion's camp, and although the NCR didn't get to claim the Dam Hanlon took heart in the new direction the republic was taking. Spared from most of the criticism of the NCR's leadership but exhausted after a lifetime of service, Hanlon stepped down from his position in the Rangers and retired to his ranch in Redding.

After their bold arrival at Hoover Dam, the Remnants disappeared as quickly as they came. Legends of their power spread throughout the southwest, a reminder of why people once feared the sight of Vertibirds in the sky.

ED-E, the Securitron known as "Yes-Man", and Cuddles the Deathclaw disappeared from the Mojave Wasteland at the same time the Courier did. Where they had gone, nobody knew- like the Jumper, they became footnotes in the Courier's tale.

And so the Courier's road continued. In the worlds that followed she never forgot the Mojave Wasteland. Fighting continued, blood was spilled, and many lived and died- just as they had in her old world. Because war... war never changes.

-Elijah was trapped in the Sierra Madre. Dean Domino was killed by the Courier. Dog and God became one being. Christine eventually left the Sierra Madre after a few years to reunite with Veronica.

-Crushed the White-Legs, Courier killed Salt-Upon-Wounds.

-100% Exploration of the Crater, Dr. Mobius and the Think Tank are alive, good karma, all personalities installed.

-ED-E sacrificed itself to stop the missiles. Ulysses is alive.