The Lost

The **Lost** is a motorcycle club based out of Stab City in Sandy Shores.

# ***The Lost Motorcycle Club (M.C.)***

## ***Overview***

The Lost Motorcycle Club (M.C.) was founded in 1964 by eight U.S. Marines who served together in the Vietnam War. The collective experiences of war and a shared passion for motorcycles brought them together to form a group that encapsulated their feelings of brotherhood and disenfranchisement with society upon their return from the war. Named after the sense of aimlessness and disconnection they felt, the group became known as The Lost.

The Lost M.C is primarily a family of like-minded individuals, bonded by the harrowing experiences of war and rough upbringings and a shared love for the open road. They started off as a nomadic club, traveling across the United States, living off odd jobs, and gradually establishing a reputation as rugged bikers who didn't shy away from trouble.

Sometime after its beginning, The Lost evolved into a one-percenter outlaw motorcycle club, marking a shift from the original ideals of brotherhood and camaraderie to a more aggressive, criminal-centered organization. It was during this time that The Lost M.C. became involved in various illegal activities such as drug trafficking, extortion, and organized crime. This transition also marked the beginning of the club's ongoing rivalry with another motorcycle club, The Angels of Death, which would see the death of the San Andreas chapters until Danny Hanson and Paddy Giovanelli took it upon themselves to rebuild. After the bloody feud of 84' the Lost MC was only in San Andreas through nomadic members and rundown clubhouses.

Approached by the National President himself, Hanson, Paddy and Mickey originated the chapter with just the three of them. A few days into the new beginning, they found Jasper Woods and Mac Bones who had just arrived in the city, and took them in. Shortly after, one Frank McDonough would appear and they would establish the First Six, with each member taking a respective rank. The newfound chapter would grow quite quickly, and soon become one of the nations strongest groups of drug traffickers.

The Lost M.C. is headquartered in Stab City, where they have a clubhouse. The clubhouse is a central hub for club activities, meetings, and social events. It also serves as a safe haven for members who are on the run from the law or dealing with personal issues.

Despite its notoriety, The Lost M.C. remains an organization deeply rooted in family values. The harsh world of outlaw biker life has only served to strengthen the bonds between the members. These relationships often transcend their criminal activities, with many members considering the club to be their true family.

The Lost M.C. also maintains a strict code of honor and conduct, which all members are expected to abide by. This code includes loyalty to the club and its members, a commitment to the outlaw lifestyle, and a disdain for authority. The members also adhere to traditional biker customs, such as wearing their club colors with pride, respecting club hierarchy, and riding their bikes as a form of freedom and rebellion.

In terms of size, The Lost M.C. has the largest numbers throughout the entirety of San Andreas, and have deep connections to quite a large portion of the population.

## Structure and Organization

The Lost M.C. follows a hierarchical structure, similar to other outlaw motorcycle clubs. It has several chapters spread across the United States, each having a President, Vice-President, Sergeant-at-Arms, Road Captain, and other members.

The President of a chapter is the leader, making key decisions, and often representing the club in meetings with other organizations. The Vice-President assists the President, while the Sergeant-at-Arms is responsible for discipline within the club. The Road Captain organizes rides and routes.

## Activities and Interactions

The Lost M.C., being an outlaw motorcycle club, is deeply immersed in various illegal activities which act as primary sources of income and, at times, as an assertion of dominance over other criminal organizations.

### Drug Trafficking

A significant portion of the club's activities involves drug trafficking. They're known to deal in a variety of substances, including methamphetamine and cocaine. The drugs are often produced inside the club but are offloaded through connections to dealers outside the club. The Lost was the first to set up the manufacturing-to-offloading process which so many other gangs or organizations throughout the nation seem to try to replicate. Some club members take the liberty to also operate meth labs, producing their own supplies. The club's involvement in drug trafficking often leads to violent confrontations with rival gangs over control of drug markets.

### Organized Crime

The club's activities aren't limited to drug trafficking and arms dealing. They are also involved in other types of organized crime, including theft and extortion. They often target rival gangs and occasionally individuals who cross their path. The members of The Lost M.C. are known for their ruthlessness and their willingness to resort to violence to achieve their objectives.

## Internal Relations

The Lost M.C. fosters a strong sense of family and loyalty among its members. Despite the hierarchy within the club, from the President to the regular members, all are treated with respect and are expected to support one another. This unyielding camaraderie often extends beyond their criminal activities. Members frequently gather for social events at their clubhouses, showing solidarity during conflicts and standing by each other during personal crises. Despite their outlaw status and the constant threat of violence, The Lost M.C. provides a sense of family and belonging for its members, anchored in mutual respect and shared experiences.

## Trivia

*When both DrensWorld and DetectiveDoorag talked about their initial plans for IgniteRP, Dren pushed for a MC, while Doorag wished for a more organized crime/cartel avenue. Dren went along with Doorags wishes, up until Saint\_Nick sided with Dren*

*The only reason Dren took the mantle of The Lost MC, was because the clubs logo was readily available to wear on leather jackets since Day 1 of the server*