CJ story
GTA San Andreas is set in 1992 and follows the story of Carl "CJ" Johnson, a former gang member who returns to his hometown of Los Santos, San Andreas after the death of his mother. The game's plot revolves around CJ getting pulled back into the world of crime and gang violence, as he tries to uncover the truth behind his mother's murder and reclaim control of his former gang, the Grove Street Families.
Along the way, CJ becomes embroiled in a complex web of corruption, betrayal, and power struggles between rival gangs, corrupt police officers, and various criminal organizations. He must navigate this dangerous landscape, taking on missions and jobs for various characters in order to build up his criminal empire and uncover the conspiracy behind his mother's death.
Los Santos Vagos
The Mexicanos
This Mexican-American gang is primarily involved in drug trafficking, extortion, and violent territorial disputes in the northern and eastern parts of Los Santos, particularly around the areas of Las Colinas and East Beach.
The gang is easily recognizable by their yellow clothing and aggressive behavior. Los Santos Vagos is known for its long-standing rivalry with several other gangs in the game, especially the Grove Street Families and the Varrios Los Aztecas . Their members are typically portrayed as ruthless and heavily involved in the narcotics trade.
Grove Street Families
The Real Gs
They are based in the Ganton neighborhood of Los Santos and are led by Sean "Sweet" Johnson, with their most notable member being Carl "CJ" Johnson, the game's protagonist. The gang is primarily involved in protecting their neighborhood and maintaining their influence against rival gangs, particularly the Ballas and Los Santos Vagos .
Grove Street Families are easily identified by their green attire and are deeply rooted in the community, focusing on loyalty, respect, and resistance to drug dealing, which is a major difference between them and their rivals. Over time, the gang struggles with internal conflicts and declining power, but with CJ's return, they attempt to reclaim their lost territory and influence.
Varrios Los Aztecas
The Fellas Mexicans
Known for their pride in Mexican culture and heritage, this gang operates primarily in the El Corona and Little Mexico neighborhoods of Los Santos. They are led by Cesar Vialpando, who is a close ally of Carl " CJ" Johnson, the game's protagonist.
Varrios Los Aztecas are fiercely independent and avoid involvement in drug trafficking, unlike many of the other gangs in Los Santos. They are also known for their expertise in lowrider car culture and are passionate about street racing. The gang’s main rival is the Los Santos Vagos , with whom they have a long-standing and violent feud over territory.
The Lost MC
Tough Harley Guys
The gang is deeply involved in criminal activities like drug trafficking, arms smuggling, and violent turf wars. In GTA V, they primarily operate in Blaine County and are known for their intense loyalty to biker culture.
Led by Johnny Klebitz in GTA IV, the gang faces internal struggles and external conflicts with rival organizations. In GTA V, the gang has weakened, and they clash with Trevor Philips , resulting in a brutal showdown. The Lost MC is easily recognizable by their leather jackets with skull-and-wings emblems.
