Caesar's Legion

Lore & Background

The Legion functions as a primary antagonist in the conflict over the Mojave Desert, specifically targeting the Hoover Dam. Their ideology is rooted in the history of ancient Rome, adopting the structure and aesthetics of a Roman legion to govern their society. Unlike the New California Republic, which attempts to restore representative government, the Legion operates under a totalitarian system where power is absolute. They are defined by their practice of slavery, utilizing enslaved populations as part of their military and societal structure. The faction's presence creates a tense standoff in 2281, with the NCR holding the dam while both Caesar's Legion and Mr. House seek to seize it for themselves.

In Their Own Story

By 2281, the conflict between governing factions has reached a fever pitch around the Hoover Dam. The player character, a courier who survived an assassination attempt by Benny, becomes central to this struggle. The three major groups—the NCR, Caesar's Legion, and Mr. House—all attempt to recruit the courier to aid their specific efforts. While the NCR maintains control of the dam to provide electricity to the surrounding area, the Legion pushes eastward from their territories along the Colorado River basin. Their goal is to capture the dam to advance their own plans for the region, directly challenging the democratic expansion of the Republic.

Reader's Guide

The Legion's primary objective in the game's narrative is to seize control of the Hoover Dam. This location serves as the focal point for the war between the NCR and Caesar's Legion. The player can choose which faction to support during this conflict, a decision that leads to one of four distinct endings. Engaging with the Legion involves navigating their rigid hierarchy and understanding their role in the broader struggle for the Mojave Wasteland. Their expansionist nature puts them on a collision course with the NCR's attempt to maintain law and order in the region.

Did You Know?

• Caesar's Legion is described specifically as a violent totalitarian army of tribal slavers.
• The faction is inspired by the Roman legion and uses that imagery for their society.
• They are one of three major factions vying for control of the Hoover Dam in 2281.
• The conflict between the Legion and the NCR culminates in a war over the dam.
• Supporting the Legion leads to one of four possible endings in the game.