Vera Weatherly

Vera Weatherly is the founder and proprietor of the Weatherly Hotel of Rivet City .
==Background==
While Vera projects a quiet and demure attitude, this conceals a spirit of unshakeable determination. Vera is very proud of of all she has achieved, including founding and even helping build her namesake hotel, which she named after a real location she read about in a book.Fallout 3 Official Game Guide Game of the Year Edition p.102: "Vera WeatherlyVera Weatherly, 27, is young, attractive, ambitious, and very proud of all she's achieved. She opened the hotel on her own—she even helped construct it—and decided on the name after reading about the real location in a book. She is quiet and demure on the outside, but with an inner determination that cannot be shaken. Vera likes Seagrave, but only as a friend. She prefers the company of Mister Buckingham, her Mr. Handy robot, to that of her suitors. She is the cousin of Bryan Wilks."(Fallout 3 Official Game Guide Game of the Year Edition Wasteland Census) Vera describes life in Rivet City as "noisy, dark, and smelly," but also understands that it is the safest settlement in the Capital Wasteland. Furthermore, she has faith in Doctor Li and her projects which could even provide more clean water for the settlement.The Lone Wanderer: "What's it like living on a giant ship?"Vera Weatherly: "It's noisy, dark, and smelly. But we're safe here. No Super Mutants or Raiders. And maybe Doctor Li will find a way to get clean water for us."(Vera Weatherly's dialogue)
Although running the Weatherly Hotel is a full-time job for Vera, she actually has a relatively light schedule. This is thanks her Mister Handy assistant, Mister Buckingham, who is more than capable of watching the hotel in her place for hours on end.Gary Staley: "Taking a break, Vera?"Vera Weatherly: "Mister Buckingham can handle the Weatherly for a couple of hours."(Rivet City conversations; Gary Staley's and Vera Weatherly's dialogue) This allows her to spend two extra hours every day browsing the Rivet City market (see Vera's daily schedule below). The only annoyance she has with Mister Buckingham is how robotically it follows her orders.Vera Weatherly: "Well, my metal friend. How are we doing today?"Mister Buckingham: "I am doing the tasks I have been programmed for. Currently I am waiting for new orders."Vera Weatherly: "<sigh> Sometimes I hate working with robots."(Rivet City conversations; Vera Weatherly's and Mister Buckingham's dialogue)Mister Buckingham: "Do you have any instructions, Miss Vera?"Vera Weatherly: "No, not right now. Carry on Mister Buckingham."(Rivet City conversations; Mister Buckingham's and Vera Weatherly's dialogue)
Vera's relatives include Fred and Bryan Wilks, who recently settled in Grayditch. Unbeknownst to her, tragedy struck when new mutants, fire ants, invaded the settlement, leaving it devoid of life apart from Bryan and Dr. Weston Lesko, who has no desire to care for the child. Vera would be more than happy to take in Bryan if she knew of his situation. Though she would certainly give him chores to do at the hotel, she would do her best to care for him and make him feel at home in Rivet City.The Lone Wanderer: "I think Bryan will love his new home. I'll send him along shortly."Vera Weatherly: "Oh, that's wonderful! If you ever wander back into Rivet City, why don't you check up on us. You're always welcome."(Vera Weatherly's dialogue)The Lone Wanderer: "So, how are you getting along now that you've left Grayditch behind?"Bryan Wilks: "Oh, Vera is the nicest lady ever! It's so cool that you brought me here! I mean, she makes me do stuff... like clean up her hotel and all that, but she really cares about me. Plus, I found some friends here in Rivet City too. All thanks to you!"(Bryan Wilks' dialogue)
==Relationships==
Vera is a prolific gossiper, constantly sharing grievances, advice, and banter with Cindy Cantelli (proprietor of A Quick Fix) and Angela Staley (server at Gary's Galley). Vera encourages Cindy to divorce her deadbeat chem addict husband Paulie, but also to give up her pursuit of Bannon, who barely even acknowledges her existence.Vera Weatherly: "Hello Cindy. Is Paulie off getting high again? You really should kick him out."Cindy Cantelli: "Don't know where he is, and I'm not sure I care. I saw you talking to Bannon the other day. Did he mention me?"Vera Weatherly: "No. He's never going to notice you, Cindy. Especially if you're still with Paulie. Just forget about Bannon."(Rivet City conversations; Vera Weatherly's and Cindy Cantelli's dialogue) (If Paulie winds up dead, Vera will also console Cindy over her loss).Vera Weatherly: "Hello Cindy. I know we haven't been the best of friends, but I am sorry he's dead. I know he meant something to you."Cindy Cantelli: "I really miss him. I didn't think it would hurt this much."(Rivet City conversations; Vera Weatherly's and Cindy Cantelli's dialogue) Meanwhile, Vera compliments Angela on how quickly she has grown up and gently urges her not to pursue her love interest Diego (since he, as acolyte of Saint Monica's Church, adheres to a vow of celibacy).Vera Weatherly: "Angela, you are growing up so fast! Your father must be proud."Angela Staley: "I guess. We don't get to talk much. I just wish Diego would notice that I'm not a child anymore."Vera Weatherly: "Oh, he notices all right. You should forget about him. Priests are married to God and take vows of celibacy."(Rivet City conversations; Vera Weatherly's and Angela Staley's dialogue) Even so, if Angela and Diego manage to proceed with their wedding, Vera will be very happy for her and will attend their wedding.Vera Weatherly: "So you finally got Diego to ask you to marry him. Well, I couldn't be happier for the both of you."Angela Staley: ""(Rivet City conversations; Vera Weatherly's and Angela Staley's dialogue) 
In turn, Cindy points out that Vera is constantly dodging romantic advances from Seagrave Holmes, which is true: Seagrave is deeply in love with Vera,The Lone Wanderer: "Vera spoke very highly of you. She says you know all about this place."Seagrave Holmes: "She did? Well, I suppose I have picked up a lot over the years. I mean, no one's spent more time tinkering on this old girl than I have! Oh, Rivet City, I mean. Not Vera. I mean, Vera's not old. And I haven't tinkered on her, obviously. Not that I wouldn't... I mean, umm... No. Anyway, you might find some clues in Pinkerton's place, in the broken-off bow. He was around before me, and used to store stuff there before he left."(Seagrave Holmes' dialogue) and although Vera is fond of Seagrave as a friend, she does not reciprocate his feelings, as she feels he is not her type and also does not believe she needs a man to take care of her.Cindy Cantelli: "Hey, Vera. Still dodging old Seagrave? He's got eyes for you."Vera Weatherly: "I know, I know. He's nice enough, but just not my type. Take care, and don't spread too much gossip."(Rivet City conversations; Cindy Cantelli's and Vera Weatherly's dialogue)Seagrave Holmes: "Vera, I know I'm not a sophisticated man, but I am a man, and I can take care of you."Vera Weatherly: "I don't need anyone to take care of me, Seagrave. But I do like being your friend. Just your friend."Seagrave Holmes: "If you ever change your mind, Vera. I'll be here, waiting."(Rivet City conversations; Seagrave Holmes' and Vera Weatherly's dialogue) Vera has explicitly told Seagrave many times that she only sees him as a friend, but he remains undaunted, saying he is willing to wait for her to come around. This is not all unwelcome for Vera: Seagrave gives her much-appreciated company when she walks on the Rivet City flight deck at night,Vera Weatherly: "Lovely night for a walk on the deck. Thank you for keeping me company."Seagrave Holmes: "You know I'd do anything for you, Vera."Vera Weatherly: "I've told you before. I don't feel that way about you. I'm sorry."(Rivet City conversations; Vera Weatherly's and Seagrave Holmes' dialogue) as well as special discounts on appliances at his shop (though she has told him before not to do so).Seagrave Holmes: "Hello, Vera. I just got in a new hot plate. I can sell it to you at a discount."Vera Weatherly: "You need to stop giving me special discounts, Seagrave. A new toaster oven would sure be handy though. I'll pick it up later."(Rivet City conversations; Seagrave Holmes' and Vera Weatherly's dialogue) Even so, the truth is that Vera actually prefers Mister Buckingham's company over Seagrave's.
Apart from Cindy, Angela, and Seagrave, Vera is also friendly with the other vendors aboard Rivet City. She makes conversation with both Flak and Shrapnel at their shop,Flak: "Business or pleasure, Vera?"Vera Weatherly: "I just stopped by to say hello. And to see if you have anything new for sale."(Rivet City conversations; Flak and Vera Weatherly's dialogue) though she does not like to watch him when he shoots the mirelurks outside the city for target practice.Flak: "Hello Vera. I think I heard a Mirelurk off the starboard side. Think I'll get in some target practice."Vera Weatherly: "You go do what you have to. I don't want to watch that."(Rivet City conversations; Flak and Vera Weatherly's dialogue) Her interactions with Shrapnel are more business-related, justifying her belief in defending herself and ordering ammo which he delivers to her.Shrapnel: "Vera. Don't see you in here often. Looking for something in particular?"Vera Weatherly: "A girl has to be able to protect herself, even if that means buying a gun."(Rivet City conversations; Shrapnel's and Vera Weatherly's dialogue) (who delivers her purchased ammunition)Vera Weatherly: "Mister Shrapnel. I need some 10mm ammo. Two clips should do."Shrapnel: "Sure thing. I'll bring them by later for you."(Rivet City conversations; Vera Weatherly's and Shrapnel's dialogue) She browses Bannon's wares, but often complains about his lack of new inventory.Vera Weatherly: "When are you going to get some new dresses, Bannon? I'm tired of these worn out styles."Bannon: "Dresses don't grow on trees, Vera. I can only sell what the outlanders bring me."(Rivet City conversations; Bannon's and Vera Weatherly's dialogue) Finally, she chats with Gary Staley about his daughter Angela's relationship status.Vera Weatherly: "Hello Gary. How's Angela doing? I saw her with Diego the other day."Gary Staley: "I don't see her much these days. I'd much rather she spend her time with Diego than with someone like that Ted Strayer."(Rivet City conversations; Vera Weatherly's and Gary Staley's dialogue) Vera Weatherly: "I'm so happy for Angela. She and Diego will be so happy together."Gary Staley: "My little girl is all grown up. I hope I don't cry at the wedding."(Rivet City conversations; Vera Weatherly's and Gary Staley's dialogue) She is also friendly with Chief Harkness, who compliments her on her looks,Harkness: "Vera, you look lovely as always."Vera Weatherly: "Thank you, Chief Harkness."(Rivet City conversations; Harkness' and Vera Weatherly's dialogue) but the same is not true for Commander Lana Danvers. Danvers is known to treat Upper Deck residents with disdain, and Vera is no exception; Vera assumes this is because Danvers is jealous of her wealth and/or looks and will accuse Danvers of such.Commander Danvers: "Hello Miss Weatherly. Still letting that bucket of bolts do all your work for you?"Vera Weatherly: "Don't be jealous of my wealth. Be jealous of my looks instead."Commander Danvers: "Bitch."(Rivet City conversations; Lana Danvers' and Vera Weatherly's dialogue) Danvers also tells Seagrave to give up on Vera, saying that he can "do better."Commander Danvers: "Hello, Seagrave. You shouldn't waste your time with Vera. You can do better than her."Seagrave Holmes: "A man can hope, Danvers. Besides, I don't have a problem with the Upper Deck like you do."(Rivet City conversations; Lana Danvers' and Seagrave Holmes' dialogue) 
Though Vera spends a fair amount of time away from her hotel, she still takes time to interact with her customers. She makes conversation to Janice Kaplinski and Dr. Zimmer during their mealtimes, asking the former about her hydroponics work Vera Weatherly: "It's good to see you eat, Janice. How are the hydroponic gardens?"Janice Kaplinski: "I've got a new strain of lima bean I'm developing. I'll bring a sample sometime."(Rivet City conversations; Vera Weatherly's and Janice Kaplinski's dialogue) and the latter about his satisfaction.Vera Weatherly: "Is everything to your satisfaction, Mister Zimmer?"Zimmer: "Your food is very nourshing, Vera."(Rivet City conversations; Vera Weatherly's and Zimmer's dialogue) She also checks on her guest, Sister, who makes rude and suggestive comments towards her in response.Vera Weatherly: "Is your room comfortable, Mis...uh...Sister?"Sister: "Yeah, it's just fine. Unless of course you want to warm my bed for me? Nah? Then stop botherin' me."(Rivet City conversations; Vera Weatherly's and Sister's dialogue) 
Finally, Vera is religious and regularly attends Father Clifford's Sunday services at Saint Monica's Church. She finds comfort and inspiration in Father Clifford's sermons, which she always thanks him and Diego for.Vera Weatherly: "Father Clifford's sermon was very inspirational."Diego: "Yes, it was. <yawn> Excuse me. See you next week Vera."(Rivet City conversations; Vera Weatherly's and Diego's dialogue) She has also tried to convince Seagrave to attend church, but he refuses.Father Clifford: "Saint Monica bless you, Vera. You have truly found peace through the Lord."Vera Weatherly: "Thank you, Father. I've been trying to get Seagrave to come to church too, but he's stubborn."Vera Weatherly: "Thank you, Father. I always feel the presence of the Lord when I pray here."(Rivet City conversations; Clifford's and Vera Weatherly's dialogue) Out of gratitude for their services, Vera makes sure that Father Clifford and Diego always eat for free at the Weatherly Hotel.Vera Weatherly: "Eat what you want, Diego. I never charge you or Father Clifford for you meals."Diego: "God Bless you, Vera. You are too kind to us."(Rivet City conversations; Vera Weatherly's and Diego's dialogue)
==Daily schedule==
Vera's regular daily schedule starts at 8 a.m., when she wakes up in her room in the Weatherly Hotel and then has breakfast in the hotel lobby until 10 a.m, when she begins working in the hotel until 6 p.m. At 6, she has dinner in her hotel, after which her specific schedule depends on the day, but ends with her heading back to her room at 8 p.m. and going to bed at 12 a.m. Her merchant services are generally available from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Vera's day-specific activities are as follows:
* On weekdays, Vera leaves the hotel and browses the Rivet City market from 12 to 2 p.m. before resuming her merchant services.
* On Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, Vera visits Saint Monica's Church from 8 to 10 p.m. before heading home.
* On Tuesdays and Thursdays, Vera stays in the Weatherly Hotel from 8 to 10 p.m., keeping her merchant services open for those additional hours.
* On weekends, Vera takes a walk around the Rivet City flight deck from 8 to 10 p.m. before heading home. Seagrave will follow her around if he is alive.
* On Sundays, Vera wakes up at 7 a.m. and goes straight to church services in Saint Monica's Church until 11 a.m., after which her service schedule continues as normal. Like all other churchgoers, this will stop happening if both Father Clifford and Diego are dead.
If Mister Buckingham is destroyed, Vera will stay in the Weatherly Hotel directly greeting and serving any seated customers; this generally will not affect her specific schedules. However, under these circumstances, if the player sits in the hotel between 8 to 10 p.m. on weekdays, Vera will end her current activities to come serve them.
==Interactions with the player character==
===Interactions overview===
===Quests===
* Those!: Vera can be asked if she would like to take in Bryan Wilks after his father, along with most of the residents of Grayditch, were killed by fire ants.
* Wasteland Survival Guide: Vera can be asked about Rivet City's history.The Lone Wanderer: "Do you know anything about Rivet City's history?"Vera Weatherly: "Well, I could tell you all about my hotel, but I'm sure I don't know anything about how Rivet City itself got started. I mean, you hear rumors, and you make guesses, but I really couldn't say I know for sure. And I'd hate to lead you down the wrong path."(Vera Weatherly's dialogue) Specifically, she will point the player to Seagrave Holmes,The Lone Wanderer: "Well, is there anyone who knows more?"Vera Weatherly: "Actually, now that you mention it, Seagrave may know more about it. He's been here since he was just a boy, and I can't imagine anyone knows this ship better than he does."(Vera Weatherly's dialogue) no matter whether he is alive or dead.The Lone Wanderer: "Well, is there anyone who knows more?"Vera Weatherly: "Well, Seagrave may have known more, but that's all in the past, now."(Vera Weatherly's dialogue) She can also give a story about, although not the story of,The Lone Wanderer: "Could you at least tell me what you've heard?"Vera Weatherly: "Well, if it'll help. I once heard that this place was covered in Mirelurks fifty years ago, raiding all around the city. Eventually, some poor soul they thought would be lunch fought back, and cleared out the whole ship. He set up the city in their place. They say he was the first councilor for the upper deck and lived here to his death. Can't say I believe it a bit, but it's a nice tale to tell."(Vera Weatherly's dialogue) the history of Rivet City.
* A Nice Day for a Right Wedding: With a successful Speech check, she can be asked about rumors about the denizens of Rivet City, one of which concerns Angela's relationship with Diego.The Lone Wanderer: ""Vera Weatherly: "You haven't heard? Angela has the hots for Diego. But since he's a priest, he's been putting her off. One of these days she's just going to jump his bones."(Vera Weatherly's dialogue) If the player is already aware of the couple's predicament (as a result of other characters' dialogue or conversations), there will be no Speech check.The Lone Wanderer: "I heard Angela Staley has a crush on Diego."Vera Weatherly: "Oh, yes. She's crazy about him. He keeps telling her no, but he also spends a lot of time with her. It's really not fair to her."(Vera Weatherly's dialogue) Should Angela Staley and Diego get married she will be invited to the wedding ceremony.The Lone Wanderer: "When are Angela and Diego getting married?"Vera Weatherly: "At 3 o'clock, tomorrow. I can hardly wait. I'm so happy for Angela."(Vera Weatherly's dialogue)
* Overdose: She can be overheard talking about, and specifically asked about, with a successful Speech check, Paulie Cantelli's addiction.The Lone Wanderer: ""Vera Weatherly: "Well, I really shouldn't tell you, but have you heard about Paulie Cantelli? He's addicted to chems. His poor wife, Cindy, is at her wits end."(Vera Weatherly's dialogue) Should he die for whatever reason, she will console Cindy Cantelli on her loss.
* The Runaways: She can be asked about James Hargrave's story.The Lone Wanderer: "What's the deal with that little punk, James Hargrave?"Vera Weatherly: "Poor James. His mother drinks too much. When she does, she doesn't treat him very well. Personally, I think she blames him for his father leaving her, which is ridiculous."(Vera Weatherly's dialogue)
* Suicide Watch: With a successful Speech check, she can be asked about rumors about the denizens of Rivet City, one of which concerns Mister Lopez's suicidal behavior.The Lone Wanderer: ""Vera Weatherly: "They say Mister Lopez is losing it. He stands on the top of the bridge tower for hours at a time, just staring out over the city."(Vera Weatherly's dialogue)
==Inventory==
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==Notes==
* She believes in the right to self defense.
* Mister Buckingham always calls Father Clifford "Mister Father Clifford." This sometimes makes him think that Vera programmed it like that specifically to annoy him.Mister Buckingham: "Are you ready to order, Mister Father Clifford?"Father Clifford: "No, no. Just call me Father, not Mister. Sometimes I think Vera programmed you that way just to annoy me. I'll just have water."(Rivet City conversations; Mister Buckingham's and Father Clifford's dialogue)
* Vera and Mister Buckingham have a shared inventory, with the exception being that only Mister Buckingham sells alcoholic beverages.
* There is conflicting information as to whether she is the aunt or cousin of Bryan Wilks.
* She can be asked about Dr. Madison Li's story, though she doesn't know anything beyond that Doctor Li is very smart, not very social, and mostly stays in her laboratory.The Lone Wanderer: "So what's the story with Doctor Li?"Vera Weatherly: "She's not very social. Stays in her lab in the stern. She's smart though. Real smart."(Vera Weatherly's dialogue)
==Notable quotes==
==Appearances==
Vera Weatherly appears only .
==Bugs==
 Sometimes Vera will disappear from the ship, and cannot be found. 
* Due to this bug both Vera and Seagrave Holmes somehow end up inside an inaccessible building near a super mutant bonfire, northwest of Project Purity, engaging in endless looped conversation. Teleporting them back to the ship using console commands on PC seems to fix their behavior.
==Gallery==
FO3 Vera Weatherly with Big Spoon.jpg|Vera making a meal
FO3 Vera Weatherly and Shrapnel.jpg|Vera with Shrapnel
FO3 Vera Weatherly during the wedding.jpg|Vera during the wedding of Angela Staley and Diego
FO3 Vera Weatherly and Mr Buckingham.jpg|Vera with Mister Buckingham
FO3 Vera Weatherly and Gary.jpg|Vera with Gary Staley
FO3 Vera Weatherly and Seagrave.jpg|Vera with Seagrave Holmes
FO3 Vera Weatherly and Flak.jpg|Vera with Flak
FO3 Vera Weatherly and Bryan Flight deck.jpg|Vera with either her nephew or cousin Bryan Wilks on the flight deck
==References==
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