..And so begins the story of Vault 100..
Vault-Tec Headquarters
"Did you receive the notification?"
"Yes Sir, I did."
"Good. Then, you know that as soon as the bombs drop you need to get the hell out of here and into that Vault."
"You say it like it's going to happen tomorrow."
"Well, let's say I have my sources."
"You've been listening to too much GNR, Sir."
"That I have."
"May I ask you one question, Sir?"
"You already did, but why the hell not. Ask another one!"
"Hehheh, yes, of course, Sir. I was curious as to the experiment of Vault 100."
"As of right now, that has not been determined, but you will be informed in the future."
"And if the bombs do drop tomorrow? ..."
"Then you will be given the necessary information upon your evacuation and arrival. Any more questions, Mr. Kingsley?"
"No, Sir."
"Then have a nice day. And remember: Here at Vault-Tec, we're prepared!"
"Yes. Thank you, Sir."
Four months later. Washington, D.C.
"Oh my god, it's really happening. Whithers, get my things ready, will you?"
"Yes Sir. Right away, Sir."
"My, it's so far away, but I can feel the heat. Why am I so calm…why am I talking to myself? I suppose it's better than conversating with a robot."
"Sir, your things are ready and your Chryslus is idling in the driveway, Sir."
"Thank you, Whithers, it's been a pleasure. Maybe you'll still be functional after all of this."
"Farewell, Sir. Enjoy the length of your stay away."
Thirty minutes later. Entrance of Vault 100
"Oh my, look at all these people; I wonder who is getting in."
"Wilhelm Kingsley?"
"Yes, that's me."
"I am Angelo Raia, your personal assistant and escort, Sir. I have all the necessary documents for your induction as Overseer and future responsibilities as such."
"Thank you, Mr. Raia. But please, enough with the official tone. Can't you see the bombs have dropped?"
"In Pennsylvania, Sir. We are at a very safe distance."
"Nonetheless. May I have the documents, please. Thank you. Let me see…"
Dear Mr. Wilhelm,
I would like to begin by congratulating you on your promotion to Vault Overseer. As Overseer it is your responsibility to supervise, manage, and direct the 1000 individuals selected to reside inside Vault 100 for the length of its operation. In other words, you are the shepherd of what may be the last hope for humanity. The Vault will protect their bodies, but you will be their guiding hand.
Of course, as expected, there will be those who will desperately by any means necessary attempt to access the Vault without the proper credentials. We have provided you with a speech to give to ensure that their needs will be met after the chosen individuals are in the Vault. Should they become violent or riotous, Vault security personnel are on standby.
We, here at Vault-Tec and I, myself, would like to personally thank you for your involvement with the experimental goals of Vault-Tec Corporation, Vault-Tec Industries, and Future-Tec.
Michael Freeman
President & CEO
District 84
"Congratulations, Sir."
"Thank you. Do you think I should make that speech?"
"Well, I think it's best if you ensure all one thousand selections are inside the common area of the Vault."
"Yes, you're right. Umm, go find out how many selections have yet to get inside."
"Yes, Sir."
"Well, that makes one."
One hour later. Vault 100 Common Area
"Hello, fellow Vault dwellers…well soon-to-be. I'd like to thank you on behalf of Vault-Tec for your individual contributions that helped complete this and all other Vaults nationwide. I would like you to take this time to read terms and conditions of your stay here at Vault 100. I believe they are pages eight through two hundred and four in your Vault Dweller Manual. Please read any other information you might inquire and feel free to ask any of the Vault associates questions…Well then, to wrap things up: Welcome to Vault 100! Please relinquish your clothes to the Vault associates in exchange for your personal Vault 100 jumpsuits. You will also be receiving Pip-Boy 3000s with notes on what job you will have inside the Vault. Again; welcome to Vault 100."
Four hours later. Vault 100 Overseer's Office
"Mr. Raia, do you have the information regarding my responsibilities?"
"It's safeguarded in your terminal, Sir."
"Thank you, Mr. Raia. That is all. You may leave."
"Yes, Sir."
"Okay, let's see…"
Welcome to Vault 100! Please enter password.
"Okay…'thefatmanwasreallychinese'"
[TERMINAL]
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Welcome, Overseer!
: View experimentation dossier
: Personal Log files
: Contact Network
"View experimentation…"
!WARNING!
THIS PAGE IS A TEMPORARY READ-ONLY FILE
DELETION OF THIS FILE WILL OCCUR UPON CLOSING OF PAGE
'Overseer of Vault 100
The following experiments will be conducted:
-Biogenetic modifications
-Artificial modifications
If there are any inquiries regarding experimentation, please speak with Head of Science Labs and Head of Medicine'
"Hmm, interesting. Okay then…back…conact…"
[TERMINAL]
Who do you wish to contact?
: Science Labs
: Head of Science Labs
: Medicine
: Head of Medicine
: Security
: Head of Security
: Sanitation
: Head of Sanitation
: Living Quarters
: 1000 Contacts
MORE..
"Head of Science Labs and…Medicine."
End of Prologue