Dharma (person)

Dharma was the overseer of Vault 15 and the founder of the Dharma faith.

Followers of Dharma believe that he was a prophet sent by Allah to spread his faith.

He was the founder of Shady Sands.

Early Life
Dharma was born in Vault 15 to an overseer who is currently unnamed.

After his father died of unknown reasons, he took over as overseer of Vault 15, and began making changes to the Vault, which many people disagreed with. It is unknown exactly what these changes were.

Revelation
According to Dharmic belief, Dharma was visited by Allah himself, who told him that he was sent down to the Wasteland in order to spread awareness and faith.

He told Dharma the rules that all must follow, and told him to go forth and gather followers.

Dharma gathered a small following, who he would preach to, teach about Allah, and rules on how to live a happy life.

He made many inspirational quotes and had many intellectual ideas and thoughts.

The Split
Dharma's teachings and changes to the Vault lead to a major split, which split the Vault into 4 groups, the Jackals, the Vipers, the Khans and the Followers of Dharma.

The Jackals, Vipers and Khans left the Vault, taking a G.E.C.K with them, while the Followers of Dharma stayed in the Vault, waiting for guidance from Allah.

Exodus
Eventually, the guidance from Allah came, as the second G.E.C.K was found.

With the G.E.C.K, the followers of Dharma left Vault 15, and trekked across the Sierra Nevada Mountains, eventually establishing a small community named Shady Sands on a basin.

He continued to lead the peaceful town, worshiping Allah and tending the farms.

Although life in Shady Sands was difficult, it was peaceful, and very spiritually.

Dharma would often trek back to Vault 15, praying atop the mountain.

Death
In 2153, Dharma died peacefully in his sleep, and Aradesh took his place as leader of Shady Sands.

Although Dharma died relatively early, his legacy still lives on throughout South California, particularly in Vault 15, Shady Sands and other small communities.

Followers of Dharma believe that he ascended to Godhood after his death, and continues to watch over them and spiritually guide them today.

Appearances
Dharma appears only in Project Peru, but is mentioned in Fallout.

Quotes
"Caution is life in troubled times." - Dharma

"Many sticks can be broken, a bundle cannot." - Dharma

"A man and his wayward tongue are soon parted." - Dharma

"Tough times tan the human hide." - Dharma