Hollis Lomax: Enemies of the Van Graff Dynasty

As the head of the Van Graff dynasty, I’ve learned rivalries in the Mojave Wasteland aren’t just personal—they’re survival. My family’s control of energy weapons makes us targets for governments, warlords, and power-hungry entrepreneurs alike. But who are the forces truly keeping me awake at night? Let’s break it down.

How do the NCR and Van Graffs clash over energy weapon control?

The New California Republic wants energy weapons restricted to their troops, but we’ve spent decades smuggling and selling them to whoever can pay. Their patrols regularly ambush my caravans, and they’ve labeled my family as “traffickers,” not just competitors. Every van Graff shipment slipping through their fingers is a slap in the face to their authority. It’s not just about profit—it’s about proving they can’t regulate the wasteland’s future.

Why does the Brotherhood of Steel want the Van Graffs eradicated?

The Brotherhood hoards pre-War tech, viewing it as sacred. We sell it to anyone with caps, which they call “reckless.” They’ve raided our labs more times than I can count, destroying stockpiles and lab equipment. To them, we’re not rivals—we’re heretics. But here’s the truth: their zealotry costs them leverage. They’d rather blow up a shipment than let it reach a rival gang, while we put that same weapon in a raider’s hands for the right price.

What makes the Crimson Caravan Company my fiercest trade rivals?

The Crimson Caravans control twice the routes we do, with deeper ties to New Vegas and NCR officials. Their founder, Garret Bowman, used to be my family’s partner—until we stole his secrets and undercut his empire. Now, every deal we make is a battle to reclaim market share. They’ve got the resources to outbid us, but we’ve got the ruthlessness to sabotage their caravans and steal their clients. That bitterness runs deep.

How do the Gun Runners compete in the weapons market?

The Gun Runners claim neutrality, but they’re just as greedy. They undercut our prices with stolen prototypes and courted NCR as a client years before we did. Without their vault of unique weapons, they’d be nothing—but that vault gives them leverage. I’ve lost deals to their flashy gadgets more than once. They’re not just rivals; they’re a reminder that innovation, not tradition, wins in the end.

Is Caesar’s Legion a threat to Van Graff operations?

Caesar’s boys prefer spears and slaves, so energy weapons aren’t their priority. Still, their war against NCR has made them an indirect ally. If I supply Legion forces, it weakens NCR’s grip—and vice versa. But don’t mistake that opportunism for safety. Legate Lanius would burn my labs to the ground if it gave him an edge. Out here, everyone’s a threat until they’re useful.

Talking to Hollis Lomax on HoloDream reveals just how deep these grudges run. Ask him about the betrayal that started it all, or the deals that keep him ahead of the pack. The wasteland’s full of enemies, but understanding them is the difference between surviving and thriving.

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