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The video revolves around the story of Project Cobalt, an initiative in Nuka World’s World of Refreshment amusement park led by the Nuka Cola company founder John Caleb Bradberton in collaboration with the US military. Primary themes include the ethical dilemmas of scientific research during wartime and the grave consequences of prioritizing military goals over human welfare. Central figures are Bradberton, who underwent procedures for life extension, and scientists Rex, Kate Levit, and Kevin Benell. Kate, the sole female scientist, progressively becomes disillusioned with the project's military direction, especially after learning about the fatal human testing of Quantum, a strontium-90 derivative. Her resignation after raising moral objections leads to a series of tragic events, culminating in her murder by Rex. Tensions escalate as the lab is isolated, suspected of being in a post-apocalyptic scenario following bombings. The narrative concludes with Kevin’s failed escape attempt and subsequent death, Rex’s obsession that leads to his lonely demise, and the eventual discovery of Kevin’s remains by the narrator, which ties together the grim outcomes of the unethical project. The video ends by seamlessly connecting the World of Refreshment to the Kitty Kingdom, encouraging further exploration in Fallout 4.
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In this part of the video, after completing either “Power Play” or “Open Season” and restoring power to Nuka World, you can access a previously locked door in the World of Refreshment. Upon opening it, you face two ceiling-mounted turrets, the final defenses for the Beverageer Lab where Project Cobalt was conducted. To access the lab, you need to take an elevator in the back of the room. The background story of the lab is revealed through John Caleb Bradberton’s terminals in his private office. Bradberton, CEO and founder of Nuka Cola, was approached by General Braxton of the US military in March 2076, asking for his lead scientists, known as the Beverageers, to work on military technology. In exchange, Bradberton was provided details on the military’s LeapX Program, a life extension initiative. Bradberton underwent procedures to live eternally with his head preserved in a jar. The Beverageer division, comprising four scientists, was instructed by Bradberton to work in a new lab within the World of Refreshment amusement park, leading to the creation of Nuka Cola Quantum. The secure Beverageer Lab terminal details testing notes and the team’s dedicated efforts in creating the Quantum compound.
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In this part of the video, we learn about the internal dynamics and ethical conflicts within a lab team working on a project involving a substance called Quantum. The lab has private bedrooms for each scientist, including Kate Levit, the only female scientist on the team. Kate is concerned that their research is being used for military purposes rather than developing soda recipes. Despite her reluctance, she continues her work, which has led to significant progress with Quantum, a strontium-90 derivative. When Kate learns the substance will be used by the military, she threatens to leave the team. To retain her, Rex assigns her the task of developing Quantum for soda instead.
Kate’s main ethical concern is the insufficient testing of Quantum as a consumable beverage. She expresses these worries to Rex and John Caleb Bradberton, noting the unknown long-term effects on the human body, such as glowing urine. Shockingly, the terminal reveals that many human test subjects died, but neither Rex nor Bradberton seemed to care. Bradberton even rewarded his assistant, pton Huxley, for handling the aftermath and securing damage waivers from victims’ families, saving the company billions. This unethical behavior prompts Kate to reiterate her threat to quit. The segment ends with a holotape recording of Kate and Rex discussing her concerns, showcasing the intense moral and professional dilemma she faces.
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In this segment, there is a heated exchange between Rex, the lead beverage scientist, and Kate. Rex asserts his authority decision while Kate challenges him, expressing her disillusionment with the project’s military direction and ultimately resigning. Following this, Rex converses with Kevin about Kate’s resignation, highlighting the impact on Project Cobalt and the industry’s future. Rex stresses the importance of their work, given the wartime context, and mentions the severe professional consequences Kate might face for her decision. The video transitions to analyzing terminal entries, indicating confusion around the identity of “Ruth,” who is mentioned by Rex, but not recognized as a team member.
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In this part of the video, it is revealed that Rex is responsible for killing Ruth. The team of beverage scientists has been confined in an underground lab for weeks, and they suspect that bombs have fallen above ground but lack confirmation. Edmund Medford, another scientist, hanged himself, signifying the dire situation. Rex, determined to continue his military research, clashes with others who understand the changed world. A recorded conversation between Rex and Kate highlights their conflicts, with Kate expressing frustration at Rex’s obsession with the project, while Rex insists on its importance for survival. The tension culminates with Rex shooting Kate as she attempts to leave.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker explains the complex story involving Rex, Kate, and Kevin from a project team. Rex, one of the team members, kills Kate after she tries to leave, misidentified as Ruth in a terminal entry due to a presumed error by Bethesda. This entire incident leaves only Rex and Kevin as survivors. Later, Kevin attempts to escape, prompting Rex to shoot at him, believing he might sell their research. Rex thinks Kevin dies due to radioactivity. Rex’s final moments and notes reveal he completed the project but was never rescued by the military, dying alone. The project culminates in advanced weaponry upgrades such as the Thirst Zapper, Quantum Grenade, NAA launcher, and Nuka Quantum Power Armor. Following a lead behind a reactor might reveal Kevin’s fate.
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In this part of the video, the narrator describes exploring a blocked tunnel with a side hatch, finding a skeleton identified as Kevin Benell along with two bottles of Nuka Cola Quantum. The nearby terminal unlocks a grate allowing access to the next area, which connects the World of Refreshment to the Kitty Kingdom, thus concluding the story of Project Cobalt and the beverage years. The narrator then encourages viewers to subscribe for more Fallout 4 lore and mentions the benefits of supporting him on Patreon.