Maria "Mary" Summerset[1] is a resident of Vault 81 in the Commonwealth in 2287.
Background[]
At 62 years old,[2] Maria is a pleasant, elderly resident of Vault 81. She was born and raised in the Vault,[3] and has been married to her husband Mark for over 40 years.[4] Together, they run the Sunshine Diner,[5] and Maria performs quite a bit of upkeep to make it stay tidy, working around the clock to do so.[6] Although her age has affected her hearing,[7] Maria maintains a positive, optimistic attitude, and hopes Austin Engill will one day take the reigns of maintaining the diner.[8] However, she is saddened that the supplies in the Vault have become less varied over time, especially since the Vault began trading with the outside world. Maria learned many of the recipes she cooks from her mother,[9] and she is well-known in the vault for her delicious pies, making both brahmin and mutfruit desserts.[1][10][11] Like her husband, Maria sympathizes with Overseer Gwen McNamara, as she is often blamed for the problems in the Vault. With the amount of repairs that the Vault needs, Maria believes that those who are working hard need a good meal every once in a while, to keep them going.[6]
Interactions with the player character[]
Interactions overview[]
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This character is involved in quests. | |
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This character is a merchant. | Sells: food, chems |
Effects of player's actions[]
If Mark is killed, Maria's dialogue will change to reflect the fact that she now runs the diner alone.[12]
Quests[]
Vault 81 Tour: During Austin's tour of Vault 81, he will stop by the Sunshine Diner and interact with Mark and Maria Summerset.
Inventory[]
| Apparel | Weapon | Other items |
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| Vault 81 jumpsuit |
Appearances[]
Maria Summerset appears only in Fallout 4.
References[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Mark Summerset: "Quickest way to boost morale around here? Have my Mary whip up a bunch of her famous Mutfruit pies."
(Mark Summerset's dialogue) - ↑ Mark Summerset: "Well, I best be getting' back to it. Don't want the old lady on me again. 62 years old and still fiery as ever."
(Mark Summerset's dialogue) - ↑ The Sole Survivor: "Have you ever thought about leaving the Vault?"
Maria Summerset: "Never... Can you imagine? Born and raised right here in Vault 81. It was easier back then, you know. Supplies were high and the dangers outside were both severe and unknown. Poor Gwen didn't know what she was getting into when she accepted the role of Overseer."
(Maria Summerset's dialogue) - ↑ Mark Summerset: "You whippin' up a new batch of pies today? I heard Alexis promise one to Erin, and I know how you hate to disappoint the little ones."
Maria Summerset: "Markus William Summerset. Don't you go on thinking you're so clever. Those pies are going to be for Calvin and his crew. Lord knows they could use a treat right now."
Mark Summerset: "Hey, you try telling that to Erin and breaking a little girl's heart. I didn't realize my wife was so cold blooded."
Maria Summerset: "Mark, I swear. Over forty years of marriage, you need to count your blessings you're still alive."
(Maria and Mark Summerset's dialogue) - ↑ The Sole Survivor: "Nice place you have here."
Maria Summerset: "Why thank you. Mark and I try to keep her tidy. The Sunshine Diner, we call her. If you need any food for the road, or just feeling hungry, you let me know."
(Maria Summerset's dialogue) - ↑ 6.0 6.1 The Sole Survivor: "How is Gwen doing as the Overseer?"
Maria Summerset: "It weighs on her, I can tell. We need help from the Commonwealth, but a few people... They don't care for it. Not to mention the state of the Vault. Upkeep's got people working round the clock these days. Even me! If people are going to be up all night working, they'll need a good meal to keep them going."
(Maria Summerset's dialogue) - ↑ Maria Summerset: "Did you say something? My hearing's not the best."
(Maria Summerset's dialogue) - ↑ Mark Summerset: "I'm getting too old for this job."
Maria Summerset: "Mark, you were too old for it a decade ago. I keep telling you we need to get some help. Younger help."
Mark Summerset: "They don't just grow on trees you know. Nobody in the Vault wants to help run this place."
Maria Summerset: "Patience, old man. We'll find someone. I still think Austin might want it when he grows up. The boy certainly eats enough."
(Maria and Mark Summerset's dialogue) - ↑ The Sole Survivor: "Is it hard work feeding everyone here?"
Maria Summerset: "It used to be easier. Back when I was young we had more supplies than we could count. Why, my mother taught me some recipes that had ingredients that... Well, I doubt you could find them anywhere anymore. Since we started trading, we manage well enough, but the variety... Let's just say it's more than a bit lacking."
(Maria Summerset's dialogue) - ↑ Vault 81 terminal entries; overseer's terminal, Food, Glorious Food
- ↑ Vault 81 terminal entries; overseer's terminal, Supply Requests
- ↑ The Sole Survivor: "Do you run this place by yourself?"
Maria Summerset: "Sadly, yes. My husband, Mark... he used to help me, but he's... no longer with us."
(Maria Summerset's dialogue)
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