Old Lady Gibson

Old Lady Gibson runs a scrap yard north of Novac in the year 2281.
==Background==
A lifelong scavenger, Gibson has made her life as a trader and repairwoman.Gibson: "Hi there. I'm Old Lady Gibson, or so they tell me. I've got odds and ends for sale, and I'm pretty good at fixing things, too. You might have noticed the very large building just north of here. That's HELIOS One. The NCR runs the place, so it's off-limits to prospectors."(Old Lady Gibson's dialogue) In her youth, she traveled with caravans, meeting and getting to know Doctor Henry during these travels.The Courier: "How did you meet Doctor Henry?"Gibson: "He and I had joined up with the same caravan. Add in a lot of whiskey, and, well, let's just say we got to know each other."(Old Lady Gibson's dialogue) She subsequently settled with her husband in the Novac area. Together they scavenged the REPCONN test site for the better part of their lives, scrapping and selling everything they could from the location.Courier: "What can you tell me about REPCONN?"Gibson: "Sometimes it seems like I spent the better portion of my youth in that old wreck of a building. Me and my hubby, may the man rest in peace, used to scavenge there. If it weren't bolted down, you can bet we took it and sold it. A lot of the scrap you see around here is from REPCONN, even my favorite chair."(Old Lady Gibson's dialogue)The Courier: "Did you ever salvage containers of radioactive material from REPCONN?"Gibson: "Certainly did. Hubby and me had an old rad meter to help us tell the difference between what you could salvage and what'd kill you. I kept a glowing container from REPCONN around here for years serving no better purpose than a nightlight. Damn thing wouldn't sell. Then along comes the most peculiar-looking fellow, all decked out in a yellow radiation suit, of which he was proud all out of proportion. The man outright asked if I had anything radioactive for sale - imagine that! But he paid handsome for that jar of goop. Only saw him that once. He said something about heading over to Clark Field to put his suit through its paces. A strange one, he was..."(Old Lady Gibson's dialogue)Fallout: New Vegas Official Game Guide Collector's Edition p. 406: "[5.14] Gibson Scrap YardOld Lady Gibson has been running this modest scrapyard for the last few years since the passing of her husband. All she has now are memories, and a collection of hounds that she dotes on. Inside the garage is where Reina and Rey stay, and Old Lady Gibson rests. There's a metal box [Average] to open, either via Bobby Pins and talent, or by acquiring Gibson's through Pickpocketing or killing her. The box contains the Thrust Control Modules; vital for a Side Quest if its active. Unless you're heartless, there's no reason to get on the bad side of Gibson. Speak to her, and she can tell you about HELIOS One, as well as Repairing your items or Trading with you; she's one of the best in the Mojave! Finally, kill Gibson to take her Unique Sawed-Off Shotgun; Big Boomer."(Fallout: New Vegas Official Game Guide Collector's Edition Tour of the Mojave Wasteland) She mentions that her chair, the "O" from the REPCONN sign, is her favorite.
Continuing to operate the scrapyard after her husband's death, she offers repair services and sells a variety of items.Courier: "Something's wrong with my cyber-dog. I was told to come to you."Henry: "It's neural degradation. Bio med gel can only preserve a living brain for so long, so you'll need to find a replacement. I haven't left Jacobstown in years, but there was one woman in Novac... Gibson? I remember her living with a pack of hounds. Aside from her, I know that the Fiends and Caesar's Legion fight alongside dogs. There could be viable specimens among them, if you can get to them."(Henry's dialogue)Courier: "Doctor Henry sent me. I need a new brain for my cyber-dog."Gibson: "Doctor Henry? Now there's a name I haven't heard in years. Hard to believe he's still alive. As for your request, it's, uh, a bit ghoulish if you ask me, but Rey is pretty old and I'll probably have to put him down soon enough. As for the price for this favor, 700 caps sounds about right. Rey's like family, and I've got other dogs to take care of."(Old Lady Gibson's dialogue) If asked about her nickname, she shares that it does not bother her, as she believes living long is an accomplishment.Courier: "Why do they call you Old Lady Gibson?"Gibson: "Well, I'll give you a hint - they used to just call me Gibson. I hope you can figure out the rest. I don't mind, to be honest. Living long is a real accomplishment these days. Remains to be seen if I end up dying peaceful in my bed."(Old Lady Gibson's dialogue) Living with her at the scrapyard are several pet dogs, including Basura, Rey, Reina, Colmillo, Fiel, and Audaz.
==Interactions with the player character==
===Interactions overview===
===Quests===
* Come Fly With Me: Old Lady Gibson will sell the Courier the thrust control modules.
* Nothin' But a Hound Dog: Old Lady Gibson may be approached about using Rey's brain to cure Rex. She will ask for 700 caps or will agree for free with a Barter check of 70.
* ED-E My Love: Talking to Gibson will activate ED-E's first audio log.
==Inventory==
==Notes==
* She carries the unique sawed-off shotgun Big Boomer and stocks the components for the weapon repair kit.
* To the west of the scrapyard place is Gibson's shack, which serves as a part of the quest I Could Make You Care.
* If the Courier attacks one of Old Lady Gibson's dogs while she is inside the scrapyard building, she will not become hostile.
==Appearances==
Old Lady Gibson appears .
==Bugs==
==Gallery==
Gibson O Chair.jpg|Old Lady Gibson sitting on her REPCONN chair
==References==
Category:Fallout: New Vegas human characters
Category:Fallout: New Vegas merchants
Category:Gibson scrap yard characters
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