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The video follows the narrator through a quest centered around the Ultra-Luxe casino on the Las Vegas Strip and the disputes between ranchers in the wasteland. The narrator meets Walter Phoebus and his wife Ethel, Bighorn ranchers who resent Heck Gunderson, a powerful Brahmin baron. Walter's initial obsession with avenging Heck leads the narrator into a complicated investigation and series of tasks.
Inside the Ultra-Luxe, a distinguished casino managed by the enigmatic White Glove Society, the narrator learns of Heck Gunderson's missing son, Ted. The search for Ted intertwines with a mysterious investigator's disappearance and hints of the White Glove Society’s dark past linked to cannibalism. Two key figures, Marjorie and Mortimer, present conflicting faces of the Society, with Mortimer being implicated in a plot to secretly reintroduce cannibalism through a high-profile banquet using Ted as an unwilling participant.
As the protagonist navigates dangers, including confrontations with Mortimer and hidden attacks, they uncover Mortimer's sinister intentions and explore possible strategies to thwart his plan. The video concludes with the death of an inside informant named Chauncey, leaving the narrator to consider various pathways to disrupt Mortimer’s plan and secure Ted's rescue.
The scenario underscores themes of revenge, ethical dilemmas, and a blend of investigative intricacies with political and social nuances within the post-apocalyptic setting of the Ultra-Luxe casino, reflecting broader struggles for power and survival in the wasteland.
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In this segment of the video, the narrator encounters Walter Phoebus, a man wearing a black cowboy hat, and his wife Ethel, sitting outside the Las Vegas Boulevard station. Walter reveals that they are Bighorn ranchers struggling in the wasteland and expresses his resentment towards the NCR and a powerful rancher named Heck Gunderson. Walter accuses Heck of stealing land and using unethical tactics to force small landowners to sell. Walter plans to confront Heck, who is currently in the Ultra-Lux casino. The narrator offers to help Walter by finding out more about Heck’s activities. The segment ends with the narrator planning to talk to Ethel for more insights.
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In this part of the video, the discussion starts with the hardships and dangers of life as a Bighorn rancher, highlighting issues with varmints like mole rats and more significantly, the political entanglements with figures such as “Brahmin baron” Heck Gunderson. The focus then shifts to Walter, who is fixated on getting revenge against Gunderson. Ethel, Walter’s wife, agrees with his views on Gunderson but doesn’t support his vengeful approaches, hinting at a more peaceful resolution. Subsequently, the narrator convinces Walter to abandon his revenge and return home, completing a quest titled “Feeble Will.” However, they also explore an alternative path by entering the Ultra-Luxe casino, a well-preserved location on the strip, looking for Heck Gunderson. Upon entering, they encounter NCR soldiers and face a challenge where they must relinquish their weapons as per the casino’s rules.
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In this segment of the video, the player is required to hand over their weapons to the Ultra-Luxe hotel’s White Glove greeter, though they can pass a sneak check to keep a holdout weapon. The ambiance of the Ultra-Luxe stands out, with everyone dressed in elegant attire and wearing masks, suggesting a unique atmosphere compared to other casinos. The main gambling hall features blackjack and roulette, with a bar called Top-Shelf. The player encounters patrons, including a man named Heck Gunderson, who is looking for his missing son, Ted. Gunderson shares his background as a successful rancher and explains that his son disappeared shortly after their arrival. Despite his bodyguard’s presence, Gunderson is visibly upset and worried. He hints at business dealings with the White Glove Society and mentions their control over the food supply. The player offers to help find his son, and Gunderson expresses willingness to reward anyone who assists in locating Ted.
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In this part of the video, the quest “Beyond the Beef” progresses as the protagonist engages with Walter regarding Heck’s search for his missing son. Walter expresses his strong disdain for Heck and devises a scheme to leverage the son’s disappearance. The player can pass barter checks to negotiate terms that involve killing Heck or his son, Ted, for various rewards. Continuing their mission, they head inside the Ultra-Luxe Casino, surrender their weapons, and navigate through different rooms, ultimately encountering Mortimer of the White Glove Society. Mortimer dismisses the protagonist rudely, boasting about his society’s exclusivity and refinement.
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In this part of the video, the narrator explores a small supply closet finding a container of chlorine, an important plot item. The elevator in the area leads to the ultra-luxe penthouse, but it requires bypassing a hard lock. Moving through the hotel, the narrator finds various locked and unlocked rooms, including guest rooms and an exclusive suite called the bon vivant suite, which can be won by gambling at the casino. The ultra-luxe bathhouse is also explored, showcasing its luxurious pool and sauna facilities. Concluding the tour, the narrator reaches the ultra-luxe casino and the Gourmand restaurant, meeting Marjorie, the founder of the White Glove Society. Marjorie denies allegations of cannibalism, stressing that the White Glove Society does not consume human flesh.
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In this part of the video, the narrator discusses the history of a group known as the White Glove Society, highlighting that they used to engage in cannibalism but have since evolved past such activities. Suspicion arises due to the recent disappearances of guests, and the narrator considers testing this by lying about cannibalism, which leads to gaining White Glove Society infamy if done. Reloading a save, the narrator inquires further and learns about an investigator hired to find a missing bride-to-be, with Marjorie suggesting the woman may have run off. Another recent disappearance of a man prompts concerns about hotel security. The narrator seeks to speak with the investigator, who was given a complimentary room. Additionally, a conversation with Marjorie reveals that they are also discussing business with Heck Gunderson regarding Brahmin steak, and how maintaining its exclusivity is important for their elite image. The segment concludes with a detailed look at the dining arrangements and deciding to check in with Mortimer for more information.
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In this part of the video, the protagonist explores two possible ways to uncover or participate in a hidden plot by following Marjorie’s advice to speak with Mortimer about a room given to a private investigator. Mortimer recalls a gentleman investigating a missing bride and provides a key to the investigator’s room. Upon entering the room, the protagonist finds a corpse and gets attacked by members of the White Glove Society, leading to the conclusion that Mortimer is behind the attack. The investigator’s belongings reveal a matchbook indicating a meeting in the steam room at 4 p.m. When the protagonist waits at the steam room, a man named Chauncey arrives and reveals he was supposed to meet the investigator to discuss a missing girl. The protagonist learns that the investigator was killed because he knew too much about the disappearance.
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In this part of the video, it is revealed that Mortimer and some members of the White Glove Society have reverted to cannibalism, kidnapping individuals from secluded areas and tourists on the strip. Mortimer plans to secretly serve human flesh at a Society banquet and reveal it afterward, hoping this will foster an acceptance of cannibalism. Ted Gunderson is being kept alive for this purpose. The video suggests multiple strategies to disrupt Mortimer’s plan, such as drugging the wine or replacing the dish with a substitute. It concludes with Chauncey, who provides inside information, being assassinated before he can help further.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses retrieving a silenced .22 pistol from a deceased assassin’s body, which will be useful for infiltrating a kitchen in the next episode. The speaker then asks for the viewers’ thoughts on the plot involving the Ultra-Luxe casino and the White Glove Society, specifically questioning if Mortimer kidnapped someone to restore cannibalism or for another reason. The speaker promises to explore every possible outcome in future episodes. The video ends with a call to action encouraging viewers to subscribe, visit the merchandise shop, and consider supporting via Patreon. The next episode will be released on Saturday morning.