Clowncil

The Clowncil is an organization that operates within Los Santos. The group is often referred to as the "Clown Gang", but this name is less encouraged because of its association with gang bangers, the proclaimed enemies of the clowns. Rather, the Clowncil considers itself a family which does favors for each other and works on projects together. The group was formerly known as the "Clown Cartel" early in 2022 when they were heavy into crimes such as heists, meth trafficking, and meth running.

Background / Formation
The clowns had always had a camaraderie with each other, some preferring to lay low and some wreaking chaos throughout Los Santos, but all respecting the traditions of the clown. Many clowns had been independent for quite a long time, while other clowns had grouped together on occasion for activities. Some clowns, such as Chatterbox, come from a lineage of clown blood and grew up surrounded by fellow clowns.

On January 29th, 2022, Chatterbox gathered together many clowns including Cupcake, Mirth, Scruffy, Bozo, Happy, and Giblets. The group got together at the Fun Factory and finally decided that they wanted to formally organize, something that Chatterbox and a few others had wanted for a very long time. One of the primary motivations for organizing was the mutual feelings that clowns were disrespected around Los Santos, or played second fiddle to others.

Other plans included purchasing customized vehicles for all Clowncil members and possibly taking over and managing new properties. Methods for streaming income into the family were also discussed. Mirth was identified as a possible clean face for the organization. (However, she has since left the Clowncil and joined the Royal Mafia.) Details of what constitutes the Clown Code were solidified as well as leadership and member ranking topics.

Each meeting of the clowns is sometimes referred to as a Council of Clowns (CoC).

Clown Code
The Clown Code is a creed and generally considered a way of life rather than a set of rules. The way of the clowns is never to be abandoned. Below are some tenets.


 * Unless operating covertly or with a different alias, never willingly remove your makeup or mask.
 * Secrets between clowns are secrets.
 * Never ruin another clown's joke.
 * Clowns do not make fun of other clowns for being clowns.
 * Promises made between clowns are to always be kept.
 * Do not steal another clown's girl or boyfriend.
 * Never betray a fellow clown.
 * Yuck mimes.
 * No swearing in the Funhouse.
 * No dirty shoes in the Funhouse.

Punishment for going against the Clown Code is that you are no longer offered the privilege of being a clown.

Note : Although Chatterbox would strongly prefer to add a blanket no swearing rule, this remains his own pet peeve. It would also seem that Chatterbox is more lenient about swearing with members of the Council, but not with anyone else. Most clowns and associates are given a rare "Swear Pass" issued by Chatterbox.

Leadership
Although the Clowncil has no formal leadership, Jagger "Chatterbox" Gerardy is the leader in their gang app and controls the group's membership. The more veteran clowns are looked up to for direction on activities on a daily basis. In late 2022, the clowns began referring to Happy as "The Elder" and have taken direction from him on a variety of activities, making him a form of de facto leader with Chatterbox's acquiescence. In addition to this, some clowns including Janky and sometimes Chatterbox have casually referred to BoomBoom as "the leader of the clowns", although it isn't clear yet whether this is meant to be a jest or a factual identification.

As of May 2023, BoomBoom has been selected as the Acclowntant (Treasurer) of the group, and is the primary gatekeeper for the Clown Account which holds the organization's funds.

Formerly, the Clowncil had tested a leadership style involving a Ringmaster who led the Council of Clowns for a term of 1-2 months. The Council also had a second in command under the Ringmaster named the Jester. Elections were synchronized with Los Santos mayoral elections for simplicity.

Members

 * Chatterbox (Jagger Gerardy)
 * Happy D'Klown ("The Elder")
 * Janky (Kirk Jerkems)
 * Scruffy Doodle
 * Cupcake (Meg Orion)
 * Bozo (Angus Oblong II)
 * Stumbles Fumbles
 * Bon Bon (Bobby Beldrum)
 * BoomBoom (Sooty Gamwich) - Acclowntant
 * Tip-Top (Phillip McGroin)
 * Delver Lee
 * Fat-so (Pete Griffin)
 * Moose Knuckles

Clowntern (Clowns in Training)

 * Miniphone (Rick Tames Jr. III)
 * Pockets (Linton Ridley)
 * Lily Night-Sky
 * Keith Herman

Clownarounds

 * Mr. Ratchet

Clown Associates

 * Dolly (Cindy Tipton)
 * Seven Fulmen
 * Damien Tinkerman
 * Dee Mented
 * Cotton Candy
 * Snot Father (Thomas Dwayne)
 * Cosmo (Peter Pippen)
 * Mirth (Ursula Leichenberg) - Once asked to leave the Clowncil, but was accepted back in Spring 2023 as an associate.
 * Rosa Swire

Former Members

 * Giblets (Donny Rashguard) - Deceased, killed by the BBMC 2023-01-23
 * Giggles (Malla Pietro) - Deceased, killed by Chatterbox 2022-02-14
 * Bongo (Joe Jemini) - Left
 * Rosebud Klown - Former Clowntern
 * Flops Rainman - Former Clowntern
 * Duncan Crosby - "Head Clowntern" - Left the City

Former Associates

 * Crackerjack (Barry Benson) - No longer a friend due to tensions with the BBMC
 * Tighty Whitey (Wolfe McCreedy) - Left the City
 * Spooky Sam (Samuel Hanes) - Deceased

Early Clown Meetings
On February 11th, 2022, many clowns met including Chatterbox, Scruffy, Bozo, Happy, Mirth, Janky, Tip-Top, Bongo, and Scruffy's roommate and self-titled "ex-clown" Easton. Despite the fact that the latter three clowns were relative newcomers, the group talked freely about successes and plans. Congratulations were sent around the room for the recent successful meth run. The group also discussed business accounting, criminal activity planning, money laundering, their businesses, properties (including warehouses and possible upcoming purchases), clown cars, and maintaining privacy and security inside and outside the Council. In particular, the clowns extensively discussed meth territory and making weekly meth runs a regular habit. The clowns also discussed dealing with a few of its enemies. Operations in Grapeseed were discussed further. The clowns also elected their first Ringmaster, the leader of the clowns. Chatterbox and Scruffy both wanted the position, and each of them gave a speech. Afterward, the clowns deliberated and subsequently elected Chatterbox as Ringmaster with Scruffy as Jester, the second in command. On February 21, 2022, the clowns had a meeting on the roof of the Fun Factory. Scruffy, Janky, Mirth, Happy, Tip-Top, and Bongo (who was tardy) were in attendance. Windsong tagged along with the permission of the clowns with the promise of being discrete. Janky reviewed meth operation territory and several other aspects of defending their meth game, including the possibility of violence if a turf war emerged. Supply and distribution of firearms was reviewed. Scruffy also brought up plans for Clown College, and the status of the warehouse investigation was discussed. Mirth stressed the importance of being careful cleaning money by making deposits at the casino in a certain way. Chatterbox was not present at this meeting as he was serving time in Bolingbroke for second degree murder, but the entire group of clowns did visit and consult with him just prior.

The Funhouse
This is the home where Chatterbox grew up. It is a key location for Chatterbox's games. Since the clowns generally consider Grapeseed their town or turf, the Funhouse is the standard location for visible clown activity. Some people refer to the Funhouse incorrectly as "Grandma's House", and Council members are happy to correct their mistake.

Chatterbox's Funhouse rules: 1. Wipe Your Feet 2. No Swearing!!! 3. No Gangbanger Business

The Fun Factory
The fun factory at Rogers Salvage & Scrap was a general location for clown meetings as well as a strategic location for ditching police or gang bangers. The Council of Clowns gave up the factory to R.U.S.T to avoid a pointless war with them.

Funhouse Expansion
Chatterbox originally planned to expand his Funhouse operation to another location once he learned that he could not purchase the actual Funhouse outright. The Wonderama in Grapeseed was being eyed as a potential target for the Chatterbox Funhouse expansion, but got taken over by The Wastelanders.

Warehouse
The Clowns purchased a warehouse to amplify their meth creation and distribution business. After sharing the storage with the Royal Mafia, the Clown Cartel ended up losing the entire warehouse because of Pandora. Janky had to sell his beloved one-year-old "Bandito Bunker" because R.U.S.T. had burned the warehouse location and owner. Then the police raided the Clowncil clean face's warehouse and seized weed and a meth table.

Clown Manor
The Clowns used to have regular access to a mansion, owned by BoomBoom, in the North Rockford Hills of Los Santos. They used to hold meetings, make plans, and yuck around. BoomBoom eventually sold Clown Manor.

Clownseed
Once available, the clowns purchased four houses along a strip in Grapeseed. This was in an attempt to run other gangs out of Grapeseed and stake their claim as an anti-gang territory.

Vehicles
Obviously, the clowns first choice of transportation are clown vans or anything colorful or big which grabs a lot of attention. When acting more stealthy, though, they will utilize random vehicles found around town to facilitate their fun.

Clown Vans
Obviously, one of the main modes of transportation preferred by clowns is the clown van. The Clowns travel in style bringing fun and thrills to all Los Santos residents in these vehicles of joy.

Yuck Truck
The Yuck Truck is a large smasher vehicle which is nearly indestructible. It can hold many clowns and allows the family to escape many hairy situations.

Clown Co.
This company is a clown-based venture and has a business account maintained by Chatterbox. All members of Council may have access to the account. Clown Co. is looking into real estate investments at the moment and is also saving up money for the upgraded Chatterbox Funhouse entertainment business coming in the future.

Smoke on the Water
Smoke on the Water is a weed channeling business and is also associated with the Council of Clowns. It is generally worked by Bozo, Scruffy, and Happy.

Crimes
The Clowncil has successfully performed oxy runs, banks, Bobcat, and weed distribution so far. Proceeds are to be used for business functions and crime support. The clowns often gather volunteers from around Los Santos who wish to come to the Funhouse to play games and win prizes, sometimes with violent results. They also nab cop cars and patrol around the city as clown rule enforcers, such as when acting as swear patrol.

The clowns have also been known to act violently against individuals who disrespect the Council or clowns in general.