Karl Johnny Black

Karl “KJ” Johnny Black is a character role-played by Kongfue.

Description
Karl Johnny Black, known as “KJ”, is a businessman, notorious criminal, second in command of Seaside and the former el Capitán for the Vagos. He is Norwegian-American and got the name Karl from his mother's side. His father's hometown is Texas. Often seen with his cowboy hat, KJ can been seen wearing dark clothes, several tattoos and his famous mutton chops. He is known for his "eagle-like" eyesight, razor-sharp honesty, and his infamous "KJ speech". He is a cunning businessman and is known to be very good with handling money. He is his friends' personal "financier" when they needed money for their other loans, businesses, or assets.

KJ is heavily involved in the materials business through Seacycle and Sionis. KJ's main focus, however, is working with his best-friend Benji Ramos in the gun business, Hades. He is the other half of the Hades duo "Shadow and Squeaky" using the alias "Squeaky" in fronting with business connects to keep his identity safe. KJ can be also be found doing inventory refills with his wife Mari for her business, Hoe Depot, and their shared business Achievement Unlocked. Recently he is also an investor of XTC Entertainment, a record company where Molly Rollins is the CEO.

KJ is extremely loyal to his chosen family and to people who were there for him at his lowest. He is very principled even as a criminal, keeping his promises and his business connections intact despite conflict. He is fair to his subordinates and treats them equally. He always prioritizes his family, putting them first above himself and his needs.

Present
After his relationship with Mina ended, KJ chose to stay single and focus of helping his family (first the Vagos and then Seaside). With his occasional GIGACHAD-ing and smooth talking, one could find KJ flirting with several women. That was until Mari Mckay entered his life. They started off as acquaintances and eventually became really close friends, with KJ playfully yet respectfully flirting (as she was in a relationship/marriage at the time). This went on for 10-ish months. After Mari left her ex husband due to separate reasons, KJ and Mari both eventually admitted feelings for each other and continued to hangout and give each other space to sort out their feelings.

On Sep 19 2022 (Sep 20 Australian time), Mari asked KJ on a date that went from a nice boat ride and food to a Seaside family race (gone wrong) and eventually prison. As tsunami crept closer, KJ's accidentally addressed Mari as his "friend" which led to a classic Mari confrontation which ended up with Kari officially being in a relationship.

KJ and Mari are publicly in a relationship and have admitted to being in love with each other.

Mari proposed to KJ on May 24 2023 at the Galileo Observatory, gifting him a custom ring and pet dog. KJ accepted before rushing to collect his own engagement ring, purchased for Mari ahead of his own planned proposal.

They got married in June 30, 2023 by the beach, in front of friends and family. Notable guests are Seaside, HOA, Rust, and Flop. Their reception was held at the Liquid Library. KJ gave Mari a Katana as a wedding gift.

Past

 * Kendra Davis - dated for eight months (in 2.0)
 * Mina Rocket - dated for three months (May 22nd - August 18th, 2021)

Interests
KJ is an avid collector of toys from different food establishments around Los Santos. When he's not hanging out with his family or Mari, he is usually seen racing with his BMW or Double T or doing some petty crime.

In the present, KJ loves to gamba by spinning the wheel, and betting on Big 21 (roulette)

Notable Quotes

 * "It's KJ time"
 * "Waz Gucci"
 * "Orale cabron, welcome to Attack-A-Taco how may I take your order?"
 * ".....KINDA."
 * ”...you know?”
 * ”You see what I mean?”
 * "I'm gonna be honest..."
 * "Play stupid games...win stupid prizes."
 * "But at the same time...."
 * " I can sell you sand in Sahara "
 * "but why?"
 * "How is that my problem?"
 * "you're not wrong"

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