The Rooks

[Harley]

ROOKS
LEGACY
EST. 2019

Rook
The Rooks have a distinct profile in the city of Los Santos and operate synonymously with their namesake. A Rook is an ominous predatory bird that hunts prey from afar with a beak that has the likeness to that of a plague mask. Rooks are generally associated with misfortune in mythology. A group of them circling symbolises an oncoming scene of misery and demise. Socially, they maintain a strict adherence to their core beliefs and form parliaments of Rooks to collectively judge individuals in situations of potential wrongdoing. Being a Rook is about being a collective family and making something greater than any individual could be by themselves.

INCEPTION
Established in 2019, The Rooks were born from the ashes of the dying Los Santos Irish Mob. After the downfall of the Irish, those who were still alive either split up or followed Dwayne Donovan into his new group. The numbers quickly grew, and so did the name. Eventually, one name in particular stuck out and represented the organisation more than the rest. From that point onward, The Rooks worked to solidify themselves as a well-known force in Los Santos expanding fast. Despite the expansion, The Rooks leadership was passed on from Dwayne Donovan to Dmitri Leroy.

After 4 long years, Dmitri had led the Rooks through thick and thin, from the dark days of the council to some of the organisation's most prosperous moments. The Rooks expanded their business dealings into weapons & drug smuggling and managed to establish 3 businesses registered under San Andreas to launder their dirty money

TODAY
Without Dmitri, The Rooks would not still be operating in the streets of Los Santos today - and their legacy would be an afterthought for the vast majority of the criminal underworld. As his elder years crept up on him, Dmitri decided that it was time for him to step away as the leader of the family. 
Thus, he informed his most trusted advisors about his decision. There, a vote was held to determine which of the four consiglieres would become the new Boss of the family. Shawn Morningstar would be voted in as Boss, before handing the position down to Harley Pavlovich, who leads The Rooks today.

CORE VALUES

We Celebrate Creativity & Contribution As a faction we will recognise and celebrate success. Contribution to the Faction, such as Faction Thread posts will be celebrated and recognised more. Those who contribute to the faction as a whole, and the factions lore will also be recognised and celebrated for their dedication to The Rooks.

We Win Together As a faction we will celebrate unity. We are one big family. Each and every member is a valued member of the Faction and we will become even more focussed on being that collective.

We Own It As a faction we will be proud of who we are and how far we have come. Our decisions we have made over the four years are what brought us to where we are today, and we should be proud of ourselves for this. We will continue to make decisions we believe are best for the Faction, our members, and ECRP as a whole.

We Play With Integrity As a faction we uphold an extremely high standard for our Faction Members. We expect each and every Rook to understand and enforce the ECRP Rulebook. We uphold this standard not only for our fellow Faction Members, but also our fellow ECRP Players. We are happy to help those who are new or are struggling, and we seek to make ECRP a better place for all.

HIGH COMMAND
Boss | Underboss | Consigliere | Duke

BUSINESS
At the Von Crastenburg Hotel, we pride ourselves on offering an exceptional and lavish experience that transcends your expectations. Nestled in the heart of our city, our establishment combines opulence with comfort, providing a haven for travellers and connoisseurs of the finest things in life.
THE VON CRASTENBURG - Where luxury meets leisure

BUSINESS
At Pearls Seafood Restaurant, we deliver an unparalleled dining experience in the heart of Vespucci. Our expansive venue caters to every occasion, from intimate candlelit dinners and lively hibachi grill nights to sophisticated cocktail hours and and exclusive business dinners. Immerse yourself in luxury and diverse culinary delights in an atmosphere designed to exceed every expectation.
PEARLS - Los Santos Luxury Dining

WEAPONS
The Rooks' arsenal is a well-thought-out collection of firearms, reflecting their high-class status and tactical expertise. They ensure they’re prepared for any situation, striking a balance between power and subtlety to keep their elite image intact.

As leaders in the illegal gun trade, the Rooks not only use these weapons to assert their dominance but also to supply the streets. This blend of exclusive and widely sought-after firearms helps them stay ahead in the underworld, driving both their operations and their covert business dealings.
Bullpup Rifle | Carbine Rifle Mk 2 | Combat MG Mk 2 | AP Pistol | Assault SMG | Pump Shotgun | Pistol .50

VEHICLES
The Rooks' fleet screams sophistication and power. Supercars such as the XA-21 and sports cars such as the Paragon and Comet S2 aren't just flashy—they're fast and agile, perfect for quick getaways. The presence of sports bikes like the Shinobi and Hakuchou Drag adds to their versatility, providing rapid, nimble options for both pursuit and evasion. When operations demand more than speed, the Rooks turn to their specialized vehicles. For rugged terrains and off-road operations, they rely on the reliable Kamacho, Terminus and BF400.

The Rooks strategize their presence to stay out of the spotlight. Their vehicles predominantly have a Black or Dark Grey design. This colour scheme not only gives off a sense of mystery and power, but also helps blending into the night and avoiding unwanted attention from the law. The sleek, understated appearance of their vehicles ensures they remain anonymouse, allowing the lower class gangs of Los Santos to occupy the law's focus.

DRESS CODE
The Rooks pride themselves in their presentation, reflecting their high-class status with a dress code that balances formality and practicality. Members are expected to adhere to a black colour theme, with options ranging from tailored suits to sleek jackets and well-fitted jeans. The priority is on maintaining a polished and presentable appearance, ensuring that every outfit reflects the organization's elite status.

This approach allows for a degree of flexibility, permitting stylish, presentable attire that complements the formal yet practical nature of the dress code. By sticking to a sleek, black palette and a polished look, the Rooks maintain their high standards and strong reputation.

GOALS
Establish & Uphold a well-respected position in the criminal underworld of Los Santos.
Establish & Maintain a close partnership with The Cartel.
Acquire influential businesses within our territory to host events and launder ill-gotten gains.
Establish an exclusive leading position in the weapons trade.
Maintain dominance over Del Perro, Rockford & Vinewood
Broaden operations to tackle larger and more complex business.
Secure a dominant position in the counterfeit cash market.
Execute ‘The Grand Score’ - A high-stakes operation targeting Maze Bank’s primary gold deposits for export.

LEGACY
THE ROOKS
EST. 2019

Design Credit to @britbritxo

[Harley]

ROOKS

DIPLOMACY

EST. 2019

OPPORTUNITY

 

Diplomacy is one third compromise, one third convenience, and one third opportunity. Knowing the differences between each of these tenets moulds and hardens each member of The Rooks into an individual who can come out on top even in the face of unfavourable diplomatic resolutions.

Mingling with others who may think that you’re untrustworthy in order to build rapport and trust all the while your concern is getting the best you can out of the interaction. That’s going to be your way into the deal you’re really interested in making.

CONVENIENCE

Convenience speaks to having something readily available.

Actionable, Ready and Fast. Those are your three keywords when dealing in Convenience. Being unprepared for any kind of business dealing or resolution will make you seem disorganized, and by extension untrustworthy. Being able to offer what you commit quickly and without added issue allows you to be seen as somebody who can get the job done.

It’s even better if you’re willingly providing a helping hand where it wasn’t explicitly requested. But have respect for yourself. You don’t want to become somebody who’s known as a yes-man or a pleaser.

COMPROMISE

 

Compromise is the backbone of every deal you will ever make.

The way you make compromise work best for you, is being able to see further down the line than the person across from you.

 

An example: Somebody comes to you wanting to buy a house from you. You want $250,000 Up front in cash. The buyer can’t afford that. You introduce a compromise where in this case, you’ll hook them up: $35,000 Weekly for 10 weeks. They agree because they don’t know how to do math. Assuming you pay your taxes, because the IRS is scary enough as is, You’re making a $82500 increased profit, and the guy gets to enjoy his comfortable new home.

 

You saw the bigger picture, you saw that there was room for exploitation and gain on your end, and you took it. That’s perhaps the most basic form of compromise you can have.

LEGACY

THE ROOKS

EST. 2019

Forum Design By: @britbritxo

 

 

[Harley]

ROOKS

VON CRASTENBURG HOTEL

EST. 2019

THE HOTEL

 

To the Rooks, it is imperative to maintain a polished and respectable public image in order to sustain their illicit operations behind closed doors and draw away the attention from law enforcement. Over time, the Rooks have sought several avenues of legal business fronts to help them blend seamlessly into the upper echelons of society. The Von Crastenburg Hotel is designed to offer luxurious amenities that provide comfort, service, and sophistication. Those that step into the Von Crastenburg can expect to be greeted by a grand lobby and will have access to suites, fine catering, wellness facilities, and entertainment centre.

 

The Von Crastenburg has served as a location for high-profile clients and partners to meet and discuss discrete business dealings, as well as to allow the organisation to launder money through what looks like legitimate channels.

THE GALA

 

Once appointed as the Rooks’ business manager, Rafaela Sin was eager to map out the first event, deciding on the Von Crastenburg Hotel Gala. While consulting with other members of the Rooks, a vision was formed, with details on what was needed to both market the run-up to the event, as well as how the event would run.

 

Lola DeValera and Ben Chippendale listened intently to Ela’s ideas, bouncing back some of their own, before deciding on the the theme of the event; 007 Bond. With Rafaela overseeing the event, the concept started to take fruition - from the raffle vehicles, to the marketing materials - the videos, posters, and social media posts, much was to still be done...

LEGACY

THE ROOKS

EST. 2019

Forum Design By: @britbritxo

Written By: @skeletee

[Harley]

ROOKS

LEGACY

EST. 2019

LEGACY

 

Legacy - An important word to The Rooks. As the longest surviving criminal organisation in the underworld of Los Santos, and history surrounding their leadership, The Rooks are no stranger to a challenge.

The Rooks are a product of over 5 years of survival. Their legacy has grown from the ashes of a nostalgic Irish Mob to what it is today, but it was never smooth sailing.

The Rooks faced challenge after challenge throughout their years, with their biggest challenge threatening their legacy and the existence of the organisation as a whole.

The Council.

THE COUNCIL

 

2019 was a distinct era in the criminal underworld. A collection of powerful gangs as The Los Zetas, Los Santos Triads, and the Aztecas dominated the streets. In their pursuit of total control and power they soon established themselves as the government of the Los Santos criminal scene.

This coalition, known as The Council, instilled fear into anyone who crossed their path, extorting smaller organizations with threats of violence. The Rooks, however, rejected this reign of terror. They believed that fear should not dictate the operations of criminal enterprises and made their distaste clear.

For years, The Rooks opposed The Council, fighting for the integrity of the criminal trade. This resistance only provoked The Council, who turned their focus onto The Rooks in early 2020, forcing The Rooks to retreat into the shadows for survival, operating under an alias The Void until their eventual return to the streets as The Rooks late 2020.

LEGACY

THE ROOKS

EST. 2019

Forum Design By: @britbritxo

[skeletee]

 

THE BAR

It felt like an eternity since Lola DeValera worked behind the bar. More than a year ago, she was stood behind the bar of the Irish pub, Steamboat Beers, skilfully mixing cocktails and pouring pale ales, but today, she was stood in the early hours of the morning, behind a sleek, high-end bar in the Von Crastenburg Hotel.

Lola_DeValera grabs a notepad from under the countertop, unclipping a pen from one of the belthoops of her skirt.
Lola_DeValera flicks through a few pages, skimming over the drinks previously listed for Steamboat Beers.
Lola_DeValera lays the notebook flat on the countertop, placing one of the salt shakers atop a corner of the page to prevent it from inadvertently turning over.
Lola_DeValera leans down to pull out a cocktail shaker and jigger, setting aside the ingredients for the first drink; gin, vodka, and Lillet blanc.

Using the jigger, she measures out the ingredients, poruing this into the cocktail shaker, along with a scoop of ice. (( Lola_DeValera ))
Lola_DeValera says (radio): Anyone near the hotel want to try this drink?
Frank_Haswell says (radio): I will pass myself.
Ben_Chippendale (radio): I'll be free in like 5 minutes if you can pick me up.
Lola_DeValera feels her phone vibrate with a location from Ben.

Lola_DeValera picks him up shortly after, bringing him back to the hotel.
Lola_DeValera says: The drink's gonna be slightly diluted, but should be OK.
When Ben moves by the bar, he would see an open notebook on the countertop. She slides the martini glass over towards him. (( Lola_DeValera ))
Ben_Chippendale looks at the notebook.
The book would messily list a series of drinks, including the Vesper Martini, Goldeneye Negroni, "???" Spritz, and "?????" Whiskey.
Lola_DeValera notes his wandering gaze towards the book.
Lola_DeValera says: I'm not sure what to call the other drinks, yet.
Ben_Chippendale says: Spectre Spritz?
Lola_DeValera nods, tilting her head to the side as she writes Spectre Sprintz in place of the question marks.
Ben_Chippendale raises the glass to his eyeball, before taking a sip.
Ben_Chippendale says: That's good, good start - I'd say a 4 out of.. 6.

Lola_DeValera begins to prepare the second drink, the Goldeneye Negroni with precise measures of Ginl, Sweet Vermouth, and Campari.
Lola_DeValera takes the glass and places the strainer over an old-fashioned glass, pouring the drink before offering it to Ben.
Ben_Chippendale brings the glass to his lips, taking a sip.
Lola_DeValera notices a slight wince, narrowing her eyes.
Ben_Chippendale says: Aaahhh.. This might be a 2.. out of 6.
Lola_DeValera sighs, taking the pen and bringing it to her notebook.
Lola_DeValera says: Any notes?
Ben_Chippendale says: It's a bit strong, maybe less alcohol?
Lola_DeValera gives him a knowing look, writing "LESS ALCOHOL?" along the Goldeneye Negroni.
Lola_DeValera says: Right, this next one is the Spritz, so should be lighter.

Lola_DeValera gathers the ingredients, handing him a closer prosecco bottle.
Lola_DeValera says: Open this one, please!
Ben_Chippendale grabs the top of the bottle, ripping the foil and then pulling out the cork - the top pops off and goes flying. He hands the bottle over.
Lola_DeValera uses the jigger to measure out the elderflower liquer, pouring this directly into the wine glass, followed up with two ounces of Prosecco.
Lola_DeValera measures out the soda water, adding this to the glass along with a splash of lime - using tongs to add a few ice cubes.
With her free hand, she grabs the bar spoon and quickly rinses this under the water, before gently stirring to combine. (( Lola_DeValera ))
The drink would be airy, light, and refreshing, with a hint of floral sweetness. (( Lola_DeValera ))
Lola_DeValera offers the drink to him, placing her hands flat on the countertop as she watches him intently for his reaction.
Ben_Chippendale takes a sip, sliding the glass back slowly as he says nothing.
Ben_Chippendale says: I mean.. It was alright, but I wouldn't order it again. Had a sour twang to it.
Lola_DeValera picks up the pen from the counter, giving him a knowing look as she writes "ROTTEN LIME JUICE" beside the drink.
Lola_DeValera writes "Or just less lime.." in smaller print.
Ben_Chippendale says: You could also garnish it with actual elderflower.
Lola_DeValera doodles a wine glass, as well as what looks like a tiny flower perched on the brim of the glass.

Ben_Chippendale says: Nice drawing, explains for the drinks.
Lola_DeValera leans over the bar, staring at the last set of instructions for the whiskey.
Ben_Chippendale flinches, expecting to get hit.
Lola_DeValera says: I should poison you.
Lola_DeValera begins to prepare the final drink, though the radio transmitting haflway as Ben announces that his car is being picklocked.
Lola_DeValera sets aside the drink, wiping her hands together.
Lola_DeValera says: Shit, should we go?
Ben_Chippendale says: Yeah, let's go.
Lola_DeValera moves over the counter, Ben trailing not far behind her as he quickly downs the unfinished drink.

Lola_DeValera and Ben_Chippendale fastens themselves in the Rebla as they reverse out of the hotel parking lot.
Ben_Chippendale says: Ah, shit - that wasn't finished, was it?
Lola_DeValera says: Not at all.. What are your notes on it?
Ben_Chippendale pauses for a moment, as if to contemplate the flavour profile, before nodding.
Ben_Chippendale says: Honestly, that's great. You should leave that one as it is.

Later, Lola returned to the hotel and began to draft the first design of the event’s drinks menu, carefully re-assessing the ingredients and crafting a set of three drinks; The Midnight Mule, Spectre Spritz, and Vesper Martini.

Edited August 5, 2024 by skeletee

[David_Levine]

 

 

Night Crew

Money

With years of criminal work, David has become no stranger to making a living by any means necessary. As it turns to nightfall, David and other Rooks travel north in search of information, stragglers in labs, and enemies of the family.

Hitting lab by lab, David and other Rooks Owen and Kevin come into contact with several stragglers picking plants and chopping vehicles. Those that were stragglers... well they were either robbed and shaved cut clean by the “Front Back and Center Boys” or simply killed.

For those chopping vehicles, however, a business decision would be made with each group to sell their vehicle parts on behalf of the Rooks, allowing the groups to keep the profits. In return, each group would continue finding vehicles and dismantling them for sale on behalf of the Rooks.

Drugs

Drugs have always been second nature to David, maybe as a result of his parent's passing, he saw it as a way to numb the feelings of his parent’s death. Producing narcotics, David’s expertise is heavy.

In concluding the night, when no more people are to be found in labs, they cook. Each individual takes their turn cooking while guarding Right Lake lab. As time passes, it feels as if they emptied labs as they stand there alert with only the sounds of the wind being apparent.

The last set had been completed and it was time to move out. Each Rook moved out of the lab in return to the city as the sun awoke. Night crew was successful.

“Financially I’m free until I die, but I still want more.”

 -David Levine

 

 

Edited August 12, 2024 by David_Levine

[Kevin Biker]

ROOKS

LEGACY

EST. 2019

Drugs

Late at night, Kevin and his family, the Rooks, gear up heavily with guns, armor, and ingredients, ready for a mission. They head to the labs, making sure no enemies are holding the area.

Once the coast is clear, they secure the lab and hold it down until sunrise. The Rooks start cooking, producing large quantities of drugs. While working, they chat and make money, always alert for potential ambushes. Scouts keep watch, ensuring the legendary Rooks are never caught off guard.

As the night fades and the sun rises, they pack up their drugs and leave, having made a significant profit.

Chops

In the early morning, Kevin and Ben quietly search the city for cars left out by owners who forgot to park them in their garages. Moving stealthily, they pick the locks, hotwire the vehicles, and make their getaway. 

They bring the stolen cars to a secret location where they’ve set up a personal chop shop, ready to dismantle any vehicle they acquire. Piece by piece, they strip the car down—the doors, the engine, until nothing is left. The parts are sold off, earning them a hefty profit. 

During this risky operation, they stay heavily armed, ready to deal with anyone who dares to breach their hidden chop shop. As the morning light breaks, they dismantle their setup and return to their regular day.

Family

The Rooks operate by a strict code of honor. Loyalty is paramount, and betrayal is met with swift justice. They’re more than just a family; they’re a brotherhood with deep-rooted traditions. New members must prove themselves through trials that test their loyalty, courage, and resourcefulness.
Beyond drugs and cars, the Rooks also run a lucrative black market trade, dealing in rare and illegal items— everything from stolen art to military-grade weapons. They’ve got a reputation for being able to get their hands on anything, for the right price.

In general, the Rooks family prefers to stay low-key, running various businesses and making money quietly. They’re always there for each other, ready to help with anything. They ride through the city day and night, united as one.

LEGACY

THE ROOKS

EST. 2019

Forum Design By: @britbritxo

[skeletee]

 

Sonny Fanucci and Lola DeValera were whizzing down towards the freeway, shortly after ripping an ATM from the wall in Mirror Park
Lola DeValera looks over her shoulder towards the ATm and for law enforcement, finding no one chasing.
Lola DeValera says: Oh my god, the ATM is fucking flying -- get to the Palamino drop spot, we'll have to break it open there.
They arrive at the Palamino beach, Sonny aproaches teh ATM, realising that it is being tracked.
Sonny Fanucci says: The ATM is being tracked, it's being tracked -- We need to keep it moving!
They both get back in the car, and once they are back on the road, cruisers begin to pull up, quickly ensuing in a chase.
They slow top a stop, seeing Lola's Bifta pull infront of them by the road. As they get boxed in by cruisers, Sonny has no choice but to make a quick call.
Sonny Fanucci says: We need to get into the Bifta.
He steps on the gas, halting the care to a stop beside the Bifta as Lola takes the passenger seat beside him.
Lola DeValera says: They've got a fucking heli out --
As Sonny drives down the railway tracks, they suddenly hear the sound of popped tyres as Sonny begins to lose control of the wheel. It quickly dawns on the both of them that they were utterly fucked.
As the Bifta spins out, Lola hops out, sprinting for the water. It was not long until she feels a sharp sting up her spine -- then she was on the floor, tazed.
Only a few minutes later, Sonny is seeing spiraling the Bifta down the hill - also tased out the vehicle.
They're transported to the Department of Corrections, and mugshots were taken...
Lola DeValera says: Just make sure you get my good angles.
Sonny arrives to DOC shortly after, with a last-minute suspended license.
Sonny Fanucci says: Man, they almost forgot. Almost.
They meet some familar faces - both inmates and correctional officers - and come to realise that they were not the only ones who attempted to steal the ATMs that evening by car.
It could have been worse, supposedly.

 

Edited August 19, 2024 by skeletee

[skeletee]

 

Rooks, Kyrie Wynn, Lola DeValera, Mylah Howard, Tyrone Homes, and Rafaela Sin, pictured together before the wedding - dressed to the nines.

Members of the Rooks attended a wedding to celebrate the union between good friends, Ceri and Buttzy. When their ‘I dos’ were professed to one another, people whooped and cheered to celebrate the newly-wed. The celebrations were then moved down to the Irish pub, Steamboat Beers, where people drunk and danced. Soon into the meeting, the Rooks packed up and met up with the Rooks at the hotel for a meeting.

Edited August 20, 2024 by skeletee

[skeletee]

[Skiperz]

[skeletee]

[PrexDal]

[sakkama]

Edited August 31, 2024 by sakkama

[skeletee]

Lola DeValera has always been the passive type and only reacted when she was prompted to do so, so responding to gang conflict was no exception.

She had just finished her hair appointment when she was pulled up by a member of Eastside Mob, who pulled in infront of her in a Kamacho. “Rooks?” he simply asked. “Yeah.” Lola responded. With just these two words exchanged, he pulled infront of Lola’s car and held her up -- demanding for her to step into the trunk, to which she complied. However, after a few exchanges into his radio with other ESM, he shortly circled back around to her car and let her be. Lola was on the look-out for the same person days later, and when she found him in Legion Square, she called it over the radio and confronted him. Other members of the Rooks were quick to respond, swiftly trunked him, and bought him to a secluded location. Lola stood before him and deprecated him for his decisions. She shaved him, and decided to let him go to tell the tale to the rest of his organisation. He was ziptied and ordered to swim away.

 

However, it was never Lola’s intention to have to react with force. She really had no choice. So, a few weeks later, Lola and other members of the Rooks had been cooking drugs in a basement, when another member of the same organisation stepped in, unbeknownst to him that Rooks were inside and armed.

Ash Volkov immediately held him up and questioned him, but it truly seemed as though the ESM member had no idea that they were inside. It was then decided that he was not to leave, as it could compromise too much of where they were and how many there was of them. Ash Volkov tied his wrists to the pipe and ordered Lola to watch over him, so she did...

 

Lola walked towards him, holstering her shotgun. Her attitude towards him shifted to one that was more light-hearted - She was masked, but he would be able to tell that she was smiling. “Now, what are you doing here?” She asked him. “I just wanted to see where this lab was.” He responded. She nodded and pulled a crate beside him, inviting him to also sit down. He thanked her, and they shared a conversation - getting to know each other’s story.

After a while, she was alerted of a compromised drop, so she quickly gathered her items. “Sorry that we couldn’t meet in better circumstances.” She apolgoise to him with sincerity. They shared a final joke and she was soon out the door. To Lola, it was clear; the punishment must fit the crime, but there were no due punishments for curiousity.

Edited September 2, 2024 by skeletee

[Gankis]

 

Anton arrived at a lab hoping to get some marijuana plants for his cook when he saw a man picking plants. As soon as the man saw Anton, he got into his vehicle and began driving away from the lab. Anton, who came to pick up the plants, wanted the ones that the man was taking. He stopped in front of the man's vehicle and made demands, but the man ran Anton over and got away. A few minutes later, Anton spotted the same man at Paleto Public Parking. He blocked the man's vehicle again, gave demands, and forced the man into Anton's trunk before driving off to the mountains. Once they arrived at a remote location, Anton made the man kneel, shaved him, and then released him, hoping he would learn his lesson.

Edited September 3, 2024 by Gankis

[Gankis]

 

REDACTED saw a man from The Empire carrying what looked like an assault rifle near Eclipse Towers. She watched as the guy entered the building and took the elevator, stopping at floor REDACTED. After spotting this, REDACTED quickly informed the rest of the group. What started with just one Rook soon escalated - within seconds, nearly twenty of them had converged on the building like a sudden storm.
Not long after, they spotted the Empire member stepping out of the elevator in the lobby. Without missing a beat, The Rooks held him at gunpoint and took him back to the floor where he had been earlier. After searching him, they found the keys to an apartment, which they used to open the door. Inside, The Rooks quickly began searching through the apartment - safes, cabinets, anything that could hide valuables. When they found the safes, they forced the Empire member to open them. To their surprise, the safes were packed with a range of weapons, including heavy arms, pistols, and melee weapons.

 

Edited September 26, 2024 by Gankis

[Eden_28]

ROOKS
NEW BEGINNINGS
EST. 2019
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Work Hard, Play Hard
That's how Eden was always raised, her greed however soon took over causing her to falter in the real world. Once part of a loving family, she now felt isolated and lost. Her world shifted when she met Harley, a friend of her estranged husband and more recently the leader of the Rooks. Harley brought a promise of change, a chance for Eden to rediscover herself.
At a loss Eden turned to Harley, her voice filled with uncertainty. Harley’s support transformed from simple kindness to a deep, unspoken bond. Eden was granted protection in an old friend but that protection soon escalated to more.
As Harley navigated her new role in the Rooks, she found herself overwhelmed and vulnerable. Collapsed on the cold hard bathroom floor Harley confided in Eden for motivation, for a reason to keep going. Eden guided Harley into making Rooks the family it had always deserved to be, Harley and Eden soon became family all over again.
A new chapter
Just as much as Harley needed a fresh start, Eden needed one too. Burdened by her past, Eden hoped for a future with Harley and the Rooks, eager to move on from what had come before. Harley saw how much this new beginning meant to Eden and realized that a significant step towards their future could be something as simple as a name change. By proposing to Eden and suggesting that she take the name Pavlovich, Harley understood she could help Eden shed the weight of her old identity. This gesture wasn’t just about a new name—it was about creating a fresh start for both of them, leaving the past behind and embracing a new chapter together.
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LEGACY
THE ROOKS
EST. 2019

[Eden_28]

 

 

ROOKS
NEW BEGINNINGS
EST. 2019
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After a long and hard night of fighting, the Rooks grew tired but we had no time to rest.

 

The night began on a small shootout and quickly escalated to fully fledged chase, PD and SD chasing Harley, Eden and Evan in their jugular. Whilst PD never fail to medle in Rooks business, Rooks never fail to handle them.

 

The car was full of guns and ammo prepared for the next fight but PD wouldn’t back down, stressed and tired the Rooks started setting up drop-off points for people to collect their guns. Through much tiresome ramming and longwinded, eratic driving the Rooks finally managed to escape the ground units however the air unit did not fail to follow them.

 

After a long chase the trio decided to evacuate the car and swim all the way from the Airport to Elysian Island. Once things settled we realised we had lost a few members of our family in the fight, caught by PD.

 

With being wanted, Eden and Harley went to the mall and selected a new outfit.
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LEGACY
THE ROOKS
EST. 2019

 

[m38z]

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ROOKS
NEW BEGINNINGS
EST. 2019
curiosity 
It started as a casual day when Malcolm got hungry, so he went to Burger Shot to grab something to eat. When he arrived, he saw some guys around the back of Burger Shot, and his curiosity got the best of him. He snuck around to get a better view and saw a member of Empire flashing his AK. They say curiosity kills the cat, but for Malcolm, it was an opportunity to get a heavy for free. He followed the Empire member and demanded that he hand over the weapon. Malcolm thought it would be as easy as taking candy from a baby, but he was far from right. Empire pulled up with three cars and started chasing him. Although he managed to get away, they found him again, shot at him, and took out his tires. Fortunately, Malcolm escaped, knowing he would eventually get his revenge.
sweet revenge
This left Malcolm outraged and hungry for revenge. They knew Empire would outnumber them, but this still wouldn’t stop them. He and his brother geared up, ready for war. They got into the Kamacho and went searching for the culprits. Carter spotted the cars that had chased his brother; they were all hanging out at their HQ. So they rolled up and started shooting like there was no tomorrow. Empire tried to shoot back, but Malcolm and Carter had the upper hand and wiped out all the Empire members before they could even blink.

 

LEGACY
THE ROOKS
EST. 2019

 

 

Edited September 21, 2024 by m38z

[Alannn]

 

Alan woke up feeling restless, the weight of boredom pressing down on him. He needed to do something, anything, to shake off the monotony. In a moment of reckless inspiration, he decided to cook up some drugs. It wasn’t exactly the safest option, but it promised a thrill and a quick payday. Plus, making the dealer happy had its perks.

As he mixed and measured, the hours slipped away. Just as he was wrapping up, a group name 236 pushed into his space, their aggressive energy crackling in the air. Tensions flared, but Alan held his ground. A fight broke out, fists flying and adrenaline pumping. To his surprise, he and his friends managed to push back, emerging victorious and riding high on the rush of adrenaline.

Later that night, buoyed by their earlier success, they turned their sights on something bigger: a bank heist. Alan was assigned to scout the bank,a task he approached with a mix of excitement and nerves. He slipped into the shadows, watching the security patterns, noting the guards and the timing of their shifts. The thrill of the game coursed through him as he mentally plotted their next move. This was it—the chance to break free from the mundane and dive headfirst into something wild.

 

Edited September 25, 2024 by Alannn

[David_Levine]

 

The night sky began to approach as David and the Rooks began night crew. First, David and Owen [REDACTED] would attempt to produce a large sum of narcotics at Sewers Lab, while other Rooks would hold other nearby labs producing marijuana, coke and other narcotics.

Having had previous run-ins with OTF during the night crew, David and Owen would stay extra cautious throughout the course of the cook. Upon completing the cook, it was quiet and successful for David and Owen, allowing both David and Owen to produce 110 narcotics each.

Leaving the lab, David and Owen stashed their drugs and headed north in search of marijuana. Entering into Sea Lab, David and Owen noticed a SUV idle on a plantation plot.

“There’s people picking plants! Get ready!”, Owen stated to David as he pulled in towards the SUV on the plantation plot.

As David and Owen pulled closer, they noticed two individuals inside the SUV.

“Hey, what’s going on boys? What ya’ll up to?”, David asked the two individuals, as Owen similarly would ask.

Responding back towards David and Owen, they would begin to become hostile, stating how they would “clap” David and Owen.

David and Owen responded by blocking the entrance bridge. As the bridge was blocked, the individual in the passenger seat of the SUV stepped out with a .50 in his hand. Having been prepared for a fight, David stepped out of the passenger door with an SMG and shot the individual down.

The driver of the SUV would exit as well, responding with shots towards both Owen and David. Retaliating, David and Owen pushed close to the driver who had a Pump MKII, shooting him dead in the process.

 

Concluding the fight, David and Owen left in search of more marijuana, after having extracted one of the individual’s license from his pocket, to retrieve his name.

Rolling through different labs, David and Owen collect more marijuana plants as others cook southwards of the city at docks.

“OTF, they are here, they are going to push!”, David and Owen hear come through the radio. David and Owen immediately drove south towards the lab, hoping to make it before OTF push inside.

Upon approaching the lab, OTF began to push the Rooks cooking narcotics inside of the lab. Loud sounds of heavy fire began to sound off as Owen and David quickly stepped out of the SUV to flank from behind.

Flanking from behind, David and Owen surprise OTF, taking multiple lives in the process. The Rooks ultimately won the fight and made it out with profit and weapons gained, concluding a successful night for the Rooks.

Edited September 29, 2024 by David_Levine

[David_Levine]

 

Following the removal of REDACTED, the Rooks were left to maintain all aspects of the family, while having just lost more than half the roster that had left with him.

 

Knowing this, David and those part of the night crew began working to help supply the family dealers and maintain turfs that would ultimately be affected.

 

As they do most nights, David and those in the night crew would roll north in search of marijuana to produce narcotics and enemies of the family to capture.

 

Rolling north, David, Owen, and Kevin enter into Braddocks farm. As they enter, they notice a man dressed in blue picking plants with a pistol .50.

 

“Let’s see some hands”, David, Owen, and Kevin yelled to the man with heavy weapons pointed close proximity to his head. As the man dropped to his knees, he confessed his affiliation. It would be “Horizon”, REDACTED'S crew.

 

Patting the individual down, he is fully stripped of all his belongings and his head shaven clean with a message to be sent back to REDACTED and his crew.

 

“Fuck around with the Rooks and find out.”

 

Afterward, David, Owen, and Kevin leave the man and continue their search north. No one was found afterward in labs, concluding a successful night of profit and revenge for the Rooks.

“If you have no loyalty, you have no purpose.”

-David Levine

 

[David_Levine]

The night sky approached as David and the Rooks began the night crew. David and the Rooks had been rolling labs in search of marijuana and enemies of the family when suddenly the following words came through the Rooks’ radio frequency by Kevin REDACTED –

"I THINK I FOUND SOMEONE CONNECTED TO THEIR PRIVATE CHOP SHOP AT SANDY SHORES"

As David heard what had come through frequency, he set course to the chop shop location. As David arrived at the location, so did other Rooks. As David exited his truck, he placed a Kevlar vest with 100 plates of armor onto his body and grabbed a bull-pump rifle from the compartment of his truck he had placed in before.

Walking closely to the garage built outside of a trailer home, David and a few others were unsure that it was indeed a chop shop. This was until David took a closer look through a long vertical crack that had been exposed through the entrance of the garage.

“I see people moving! They are chopping, I see them doing it,” David stated through frequency.

It was now certain that there was indeed a chop shop located inside. The Rooks were still preparing to enter the garage when a green and purple paragon began to approach, making a complete stop in close proximity to David.

“Step out and show us your hands, now!” David shouted to the driver of the vehicle, with his bull-pump rifle pointed in close proximity to the driver’s side window.

The man stepped outside of his vehicle and raised both arms in response. He stated that he is the leader of REDACTED and that those on the inside of the garage are his people, that he came to speak with us.

David knowing the Rooke have no business with REDACTED began to pat the individual down intensively, finding a .50 pistol and stripping it from him.

Concluding with David’s search of the man’s belongings and identification, Chese REDACTED spoke with the individual before he was moved to the entrance gate of the garage to plead to those inside.

"WHAT DO YOU CARE MORE ABOUT, THAT CHOP SHOP OR YOUR OWN LEADER?"

Reasoning would be said to those inside and eventually, those inside of the chop shop surrendered. They unlocked the gate and placed their hands up allowing the Rooks to enter inside. Entering inside, David and the Rooks frisked the individuals and stripped the place of everything they could get their hands on.

The Rooks left afterward in a successful raid with profit gained and vehicle parts that were brought back to supply Rooks dealers.

Edited October 13, 2024 by David_Levine

[HeyRavyn]

Look at you all, all grown up! ♥ MamaRook