Sixth Street Rats | New Dublin

The Sixth Street Rats (or the SSR) are the oldest gang in New Dublin. Started by Johnny J. Johnson, or Trip-J, it started out small with a few car robberies and turned into one of the larger of the gangs. They’re known for their flashy cars and while not as violent as the Cybermen, they’re known to not hesitate to kill when needed.

Leaders: Alan Murphy Jr.
Headquarters: Murphy’s Garage
Territory: Green Zone

Members

The SSR is run by Alan Murphy Jr., his word is law. Run like a well oiled Organization, Murphy owns the auto shop that fixes up and tricks out most of the street and race cars in the city. All the illegal activity is run through his lieutenants and their men, but they all go to Murphy for Guidance.

Sixth Street Rats are best known for car theft, and have two chop shops in the city. They’ve also been known to do some minor b&e’s as well as pick-pocketing. All members get a 30% take of anything they bring in- the rest goes back into the gang.

SSR street races are one of the most popular events in the city. They’re never in the same place and never have the same cars (or at least it -looks- like different cars). They bring out all sorts of people, both gang members and not. There are frequent times that members of other gangs will attend the races as well.

SSR are gun and knife fighters. They are the best of all the groups when it comes to guns and are actually also known for their torture techniques. Best not be a real rat against the Sixth Street Rats.

Trust is big with the SSR, you have to earn your trust. A guy can go months, even a few years doing petty stuff before getting in on the bigger crimes because their trust is being tested. Not just anyone can get in, you have to know a guy who knows a guy kinda thing- but if you can get someone to vouch for you, then at least you have an in.

Most members end up being men, there are a few female members but most of them have had to prove themselves better than most of the guys to join. There are more unofficial female members who Old Lady’s to their men, or those who want to become old ladies called Rat Traps.

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While no uniform per se, most members of the SSR tend to wear various shades of green, many even wearing green bandannas when doing club business. All businesses owned by the SSR, members of the SSR or non-members who pledge loyalty to the SSR have a green checkered flag in their windows like this example:

Member Rules

Pledge

My word is my bond.

Initiate is asked and answers:
You promise to not break the trust you’ve earned?
You promise to always be loyal to your fellow Rats?
You understand you break this promise you’ll pay for it?
Then congrats, you’re a Rat.

Initiate: I pledge my word is my bond.

Are responsible for overseeing the different aspects of the organizations.
Must wear their cut at all times except where legally unable, or in a situation where they are not to be associated with the SSR
Are responsible for all their own equipment for jobs (whether a racer, booster or B&E).
Must not abuse position.
Must follow orders of Murphy.
Only those chosen by Murphy gets promoted to Captain after proving their loyalty to the Rats and their worth to Murphy.
Responsible for ensuring those under them follow the oath.
Responsible for ensuring cash is handled securely and also the point of contact for contacts when selling stolen goods/parts/etc.
Get paid a stipend of 1% of each race, B&E or boost their subordinates do.
Get 50% of all activity they personally do.
Must attend all club related functions.

Are responsible for running the different aspects of the organizations.
Must wear their cut at all times except where legally unable, or in a situation where they are not to be associated with the SSR
Are responsible for all their own equipment for jobs (whether a racer, booster or B&E).
Must not abuse position.
Must follow orders of Captains and Murphy.
Typically only those who are second gen+ get promoted to Lt. unless they prove themselves worthy another way.
Responsible for dealing out punishments to members who break their Oath.
Get paid a stipend of 5% of each race, B&E or boost their subordinates do.
Get 40% of all activity they personally do.
Must attend all club related functions.

Must follow orders of all those above them.
Must wear their cut at all times except where legally unable, or in a situation where they are not to be associated with the SSR
Are responsible for completing jobs assigned to them.
Are responsible for all their own equipment for jobs (whether a racer, booster or B&E).
Get to retain 60% of all winnings from races, 55% from all sales from boosts and 50% from all B&E sales.
Must attend all club related functions.

Must follow orders of all those above them.
Must wear their cut w/Probie patch, at all times except where legally unable, or in a situation where they are not to be associated with the SSR
Are responsible for completing jobs assigned to them.
Are responsible for all their own equipment for jobs (whether a racer, booster or B&E).
Get to retain 10% of all winnings from races, 5% from all sales from boosts and 5% from all B&E sales.
Most jobs they get assigned are not paying jobs however, most are scut work like cleaning the garage.
Must attend all club related functions.
Most Rats are Probies for about six month to a year before they are made official.

Old Ladies must be loyal to their man.
Old Ladies are expected to help organize and host functions/parties/etc. for the SSR.
Old Ladies are expected to help each other and teach new Old Ladies how the SSR works.
Rat Traps are expected to not interfere in SSR business.
Rat Traps are expected to follow orders from Old Ladies.
A Rat Trap becomes an Old Lady at marriage or commitment to a Rat.

Businesses must fly a loyalty flag or symbol in their window.
Homes and Businesses must welcome members who seek shelter (within reason).
Expected to report non-SSR gang activities to the club.
Can call upon the SSR for assistance when needed.
Business owners must pay 5% of all earnings to the club.