Lullaby of Broadway

**Lullaby of Broadway** is a side quest in Empire Wastes.

## Summary

Juilliard, the settlement known for its rich history in the performing arts, is under attack by raiders. The player is tasked with defending Juilliard's borders and ensuring the safety of its residents. The raiders, consisting of both independent troublemakers from Hell's Kitchen and organized attacks from Lennon, pose a constant threat to Juilliard's stability. It's up to the player to repel the raiders and safeguard the settlement.

The quest "Lullaby of Broadway" provides branching paths and multiple outcomes based on the player's choices, combat skills, diplomatic actions, and willingness to assist the settlement's residents.

## Walkthrough

1. Start the quest by talking to Ezekiel Walton, a dedicated guard at Juilliard. He provides information about the ongoing raider attacks and expresses his personal grudge against Lennon, the raider stronghold responsible for the death of his wife and daughter.
2. The player must patrol the perimeter of Juilliard and eliminate raiders attempting to breach its defenses. This involves engaging in combat encounters, using tactical strategies, and protecting vulnerable areas of the settlement.
3. While defending Juilliard, the player discovers that some raiders originate from Hell's Kitchen. They must investigate the source of the trouble and confront the individuals causing disruptions. This may involve negotiating, gathering information, or engaging in combat.
4. As the player continues defending Juilliard, Lennon launches organized attacks, testing the settlement's defenses. The player must lead the defense efforts, coordinating with Juilliard's guards and utilizing the settlement's resources effectively to repel the raiders.
5. During the chaos of the attacks, the player encounters Feather, a woman with a penchant for the finer things in the post-apocalyptic world. She is jealous of someone or something and seeks the player's help in resolving the issue. The player can choose to assist Feather, potentially earning her favor and valuable information, or focus solely on the defense of Juilliard.
6. The player learns about Abramovitz Max, a resident of Robertson Plaza, who possesses valuable knowledge or strategies for dealing with the ongoing raider attacks. They can seek guidance from him, which may provide insights or alternative approaches to defending Juilliard.
7. As a reward for the player's efforts, Tony Stradivari, the curator of the L-PAC's instrument collection, offers access to his extensive collection of instruments, sheet music, and playbills. The player can choose to spend time curating the collection, earning unique rewards related to music and performance.

Quest Outcomes:

* **Successful Defense:** If the player successfully defends Juilliard, the settlement remains secure, and the residents express their gratitude. The player may receive rewards, improved relations with the NPCs, and access to unique resources within Juilliard.
* **Partial Defense:** If the player partially defends Juilliard but fails to repel all raiders, the settlement suffers losses and residents express disappointment. The player may face consequences such as strained relations or decreased access to certain resources.
* **Failed Defense:** If the player fails to defend Juilliard, the settlement falls to the raiders, resulting in significant casualties and potentially leading to the abandonment or hostile takeover of the settlement. The player may face negative consequences such as increased hostility from raiders or loss of potential benefits associated with Juilliard.

## Notes

* *****Lullaby of Broadway***** is from the Broadway Musical "*42nd Street*"