The Rooks

[atw3ll]

They say every war starts with pride, but ours started with betrayal.

Name’s Cleetus Johnson, born and bred in the dirty alleys of Vespucci, raised around the kind of men who had nothin’ but loyalty and a dream. The Rooks — that’s my family. We weren’t the biggest, we weren’t the richest, but we damn sure stood on our own.

Then came ESM — loud, reckless, and hungry for power. It started small: words, disrespect, a few shots fired in the dark. Before long, it turned into a full-blown street war. Blocks burned, brothers bled, and the city turned its back while we fought for a place to stand.

At least… that’s what we thought was happening.

Thing is, after my third time in cuffs, sitting in that cold cell while ESM boys walked out scot-free, I started puttin’ pieces together. The Narcotics Division, the same ones raiding our stash houses, were the same ones “losing” evidence when it came to ESM. The Gang Task Force kept hitting our blocks, but never theirs. And when a Rook fell, it was a press headline. When ESM did worse, it was “under investigation” — which always meant nothing.

Turns out we weren’t at war with ESM.
We were at war with the system that built us just to break us.

Every time those cuffs hit my wrists, I saw the same smirk on those officers’ faces — the look of men who knew the game was rigged. They wanted us fighting each other, keeping the streets bloody so no one looked too close at their dirty hands.

But the Rooks? We ain’t blind anymore.

Maybe we started this war with ESM, but it’s the corruption in uniform that’s gonna end up paying the price.

Edited October 14, 2025 by atw3ll

[Tharindu Chamara]

The Sweep
It started as a simple grab.
boost one clean ride, make a little cash.
But once the crew linked up, the energy changed.
We split into two teams and swept the city like vultures.
Vinewood garages, Mirror Park driveways, even snatched a rich guy’s Super right outside burgershot.
By midnight, we weren’t just boosting cars we were collecting trophies.
Eight hot rides sat lined up outside the chop shop, engines ticking, alarms still echoing in the distance.

The Chop
The place turned into a warzone of sparks and metal.
Doors came off, rims stacked up, engines yanked.
 all in perfect rhythm.
No breaks, no mistakes  just pure money making.
Halfway through, we got greedy and grabbed two more cars, bringing the total to ten in one night.

The Payday
By sunrise, the shop floor was empty except for stripped frames.
We sold every last part to our 
dealers, and they couldn’t stop smiling. business was booming thanks to us.
We walked out with bags heavy, pockets full, and grins on our faces.
The next day, the whole city was talking about missing cars
but the Rooks?
We were already planning the next sweep..

[H4RrY4]

 

Route Planning
On the first day, Rooks and Milestone Rogues met to discuss the bank truck and how the operation would be done. The meeting took place quietly, with everyone gathered around a map, studying the truck’s route in detail. We discussed which roads it would take, where it might slow down, and the exact turns it would make before entering the tunnel. Timing was everything. We also talked about possible police routes, how to avoid attention, and where scouts could stay hidden. Every member needed to understand the plan clearly so there would be no confusion or panic during the run.

Final Checks 
The second day was all about final preparation and double checking every part of the plan. Radios were tested to make sure communication was clear, vehicles were fueled and ready, and everyone had their gear on hand. Joshua was confirmed to lead the south pinch team, while Chase was in charge of the north side. Cale was chosen to drive the truck once it was secured. Scouts were placed outside the tunnel to watch the surroundings, and Frank brought extra zip ties in case we needed them. Nellie stayed ready to assist from a distance. Everyone knew their roles perfectly and waited for the signal.

Moving In
When the day of the operation arrived, every member showed up on time, fully focused. The area was silent except for the sound of idling engines. Phones were off, radios were kept low, and everyone waited for the signal. Then the call came through the radio: “Suken truck is coming, passing Stab City.” That was the cue. Joshua gave the order, and both teams started moving into position. The south team began creeping forward with the heavy vehicles while the north team took their positions to block the exits. Scouts kept eyes on the road, making sure no one was following or watching the scene.

Truck Secured
Moments later, the armored truck entered the Chiliad Tunnel. Both the south and north teams moved fast to block it from both sides, trapping it completely. Bongo jumped out first, pointing his gun at the driver while the others took position. The driver tried to resist and opened fire, forcing us to return shots. It was quick and controlled just as planned. After a short but intense moment, the driver was subdued and the truck was ours. The scout car went ahead to check the road for safety. Once the route was clear, we moved the truck out of the tunnel toward Elysian Island.

Clean Delivery
The convoy stayed tight as we followed the scout’s directions through back roads to avoid attention. Every turn and stop was done carefully to keep the truck safe and unnoticed. The drive to Elysian Island went smoothly no cops, no interruptions. Once there, the Cartel contact was already waiting in the shadows. The truck was parked and handed over without any issues. Everyone stayed alert until the deal was done. With the handoff complete, we quietly left the scene, confident in our success.

Edited November 11, 2025 by H4RrY4

[Tharindu_Eranga]

[H4RrY4]

 

DEALER PREPARATION
This week I focused on making all dealers happy. I worked with money, drug, and mechanic dealers. For money dealers, I needed packed money, so I planned a house robbery using my experience. For mechanic dealers, I needed car parts, so I chopped cars and delivered the parts. For drug dealers, I cooked drugs and sold them to keep business going. Everything was done step by step, and by the end, all dealers were happy and active.

HOUSE ROB
For this house robbery, I started by contacting the real estate dealer and buying a contract. After getting the location, I moved there carefully and checked the area first. I lockpicked the door and entered the house without making noise. Inside, I searched every room and collected packed moneys and furnitures. I filled two crates with valuables. To carry everything safely, I used a small vehicle with a big trunk. I chose my Verus because it is easy to drive and has enough space. The robbery went smoothly with no problems, and I left the area clean after finishing the job.

MECHANIC DEALERS
For the mechanic dealers, I had to chop vehicles, and this was not easy for me. First, I needed to find a good vehicle and lockpick it without attracting attention. After that, I hotwired the car and carefully drove it to the lab. The hardest part started there, removing the vehicle parts took time and focus. I had to be careful and patient while taking everything apart. Once all parts were collected, I moved them safely and delivered them. After all the hard work, the mechanic dealers were happy and satisfied with the results.

DRUG DEALERS
Making the drug dealers happy was not easy at all. First, I had to collect all the needed ingredients before I could start cooking. After that, I went to the lab and began the process. This part was risky because sometimes other gangs came and tried to attack us and steal the drugs. I had to stay alert the whole time. To protect the lab, we held the area with heavy guns and strong armor, ready for any trouble. Even with the danger, I stayed focused and finished the cooking. In the end, the drugs were secured and the dealers were happy.

After all operations, I supplied every dealer. 
Money, mechanic, and drug dealers were 
active, satisfied, and everything was completed smoothly.

Edited December 28, 2025 by H4RrY4

[H4RrY4]

Weekly Gang Recap

We started this week with our usual gang meeting to get everyone organized. Since it is the start of 2026, we spent a lot of time talking about our future goals. We made some solid plans for the year and shared creative ideas with all our gang members to make us stronger. While we were talking, we heard about a huge New Year event happening down at the pier. We realized this was a perfect opportunity. With the police busy watching the party people, we decided it was the right time to hit the bank and make some serious cash while they were completely distracted.

Bank Score
Before we made our move, we had to play it smart. We used a GPS encryption tool to track where the police and government units were hiding. Just like we guessed, every single officer was chilling at the pier event. We rolled up to the bank confident and ready. We rushed inside and pointed our guns to take control of the bank. We saw two cashiers standing there, so we knocked both of them out cold to stop them from calling for help. Then we started cutting through the heavy security doors and began drilling the boxes to grab every single dollar we could find.

Clean Getaway
We kept watching the GPS encryption and saw that the police finally got the robbery alert. We grabbed the heavy bags of money and ran for the exit just as they started moving our way. Most of the cops were too far away, but one single police unit managed to drive over very fast. He started shooting at us as we ran to our car, but he was alone and could not stop us. We jumped into our fast vehicle and hit the gas hard. We managed to lose him quickly and escaped very easily with all the loot secured safely.

[H4RrY4]

Emergency Call

We were relaxing and doing our normal activities when suddenly the radio turned on and we heard Luna’s voice. She sounded serious and said, “Guys, we have an emergency meeting, come to H2 right now.” Everyone knew it was important and moved fast. While heading there, we heard another radio message from Meridian. They said every gang in the city was needed to protect their Cayo lab. It was a major situation, so no one refused. All gangs agreed to help immediately, grouped up without delay, and started moving together toward the lab to defend it.

Lab Defense

When we arrived near the lab, Meridian supplied us with ammo and guns so we could prepare properly. Shortly after, we noticed several guys wearing blue clothes moving toward the area. Without any warning, they started shooting at us. Every gang reacted together and returned fire while holding positions around the lab. The fight was intense, but teamwork kept us strong. During the battle, we managed to take some heavy weapons from the attackers. One by one, we stopped everyone trying to enter the lab. After a long fight, the area was cleared and the Cayo lab was protected.

Mutual Respect

About five minutes after the fight ended, Meridian arrived and spoke with every gang present. They thanked us for responding quickly and working together as one unit. They said they were happy with our effort and how we handled the situation. Meridian made it clear they trust us now and know we can handle any job when needed. Hearing that meant a lot to everyone involved. All gangs stood together with pride, knowing we earned respect through action. The lab remained safe, the city stayed calm, and we were ready for whatever comes next.

 

[H4RrY4]

 

Team News
We had a meeting this week and our group now has about thirty people. We talked about the new members and how to welcome them and teach them simple tasks. Harry and Jose were promoted to Soldier and everyone cheered for them. We spoke about making our dealers feel happier and safer so they stay with us. Many small plans came up for events, for extra help, and for more work to share. People said they will help more and bring good ideas. We made a clear list of tasks for next week and who will take each task. The mood was warm and full of hope. I feel proud of how we stand together and how we want to do better.

Bank Job
This week many members joined to do a bank job and we got a lot of cash. After the job everyone felt a strong lift and people thanked one another with smiles and claps. Our money dealers were happy and felt sure about their pay. The money will help pay for our shipments, supplies, and other needs that support our operations. We talked about saving some money and using some to fix things we need. We set a simple plan to keep the cash safe and to use it for work that helps the whole group. The job made our team feel close and gave us more trust.

Vehicles &Robbery
Me and Frankie did some car chops this week. We removed car parts and sold them to our mechanic dealers. This helped keep our mechanic dealers happy and busy. We did the chops at Chili Lab because it is easy for us to work there and move fast. We always stayed alert and watched the area while working. Everything went smooth and no big problems happened. After that, we did a small shop robbery just for fun and to make extra money. We sold pack money to our business dealer. The money helped support our work and future plans. Everyone was happy with the results and teamwork felt strong.

Edited January 20 by H4RrY4

[Eden_28]

 

Spoiler

After many days of watching over the new prospects, Eden had decided, along with the others, that it was time for their final test. She had seen enough weakness disguised as confidence, entitlement mistaken for worth, and the kind of ego that grew louder every time someone else was chosen first.
She enjoyed this part. Watching people fail when reality finally set in always brought a quiet sense of satisfaction.

Eden made sure she got the pleasure of taking them out when needed, fully equipped with enough guns and ammunition to kill an army. The weight of the weapons felt familiar, reassuring. This was where she felt most in control.

These two would never make it in her eyes, but the choice was not hers alone.

Everyone had decided. Their fall would be fatal, and anyone foolish enough to follow could join them too.

They met their fate, and now they swim with the sharks, never to be seen again, a final reminder of what happens when entitlement replaces respect.

 

[Cup]

It was no secret that there had been a great shift in the Rooks. . Many had left but in their place others had stepped up. Seizing the opportunity that this upheaval presented to them

 

 

Those who were lost, while not forgotten, could be replaced by new recruits with cold hands and sharper eyes, hungry for a place at the table.

 

 

They know this is the time to reshape themselves. New faces, steady hands, and an ambition to reach out and grab what is rightfully theirs.

It was no secret that there had been a great shift in the Rooks. . Many had left but in their place others had stepped up. Seizing the opportunity that this upheaval presented to them

 

 

Those who were lost, while not forgotten, could be replaced by new recruits with cold hands and sharper eyes, hungry for a place at the table.

 

 

They know this is the time to reshape themselves. New faces, steady hands, and an ambition to reach out and grab what is rightfully theirs.

[jdotmo]

Rooks X KUDO Kai
Kudo Kai and the Rooks continue to strengthen their alliance and move together across the city. The Rooks have found their Alliance to be mutally benefical as both groups have benefitted greatly.

A mass amount of money has been claimed and is being reinvested back into both organizations. Every move made together has paid off and it seems that trend is not stopping anytime soon.

BANKS
The Rooks and Kudo Kai have maintained a continued success streak hitting banks across the city. The success has not gone unnoticed. Law enforcement has taken notice and increased their presence and response across the city as a direct result of our activity.

[Smoke1]

 

Spoiler

I woke up pondering what my day would look like, Checked my phone to see who was live. Checked on freq an heard the gang was cooking getting ready to drop on our turfs. Picked my car an headed to the lab. Found the gang with a 300 cook going. No resistance the city was ours for the taking.