The East Side Ballas (ESB) or simply the Ballas, are a South Side street gang primarily operating out of Davis, particularly Grove Street. They are one of the strongest South Side gangs and mainly deal in drugs, weapons trafficking, and other criminal activities.
As the Los Santos government crumbled, the Ballas stayed on Grove Street for as long as possible. It got to the point where they had a bonfire in the middle of the Cul-de-sac for warmth. A rival gang of survivors left in Los Santos attempted a supplies raid on the culdesac in the night. OG Harry Holmes was killed in a hard fought battle defending his roots on the Sac, helping the Ballas come out victorious in battle one final time. The Cul-de-Sac, once a thriving hub of Balla activity, fell silent. The Ballas stuck it out and remained on the cul-de-sac. In the chaos faces left, good people died, but the world stayed purple. Over the 5 years the Ballas grew closer together and more rugged and determined to survive than ever. Now, having recently heard of a resurgence of activity in Los Santos, knowing that the city the government left behind has transformed, new faces, old faces, new rivals, and new challenges await the Balla gang as they emerge from the shadows. Los Santos will now move on, and it's time for the Ballas to reclaim their throne – or forge a new legacy.
Gang Hierarchy[]
OG[]
OGs are the highest-ranking members. They act as the leaders of the set and exercise authority to make decisions for the gang, either in business or in relationships with other groups. They have the right to overrule any decisions or ideas made or suggested by those of a lower rank.
Shotcaller[]
Shotcallers are in direct contact with the leaders and relay information to lower-ranked members. They are in charge of the set if an OG is not present.
Enforcer[]
Enforcers are responsible for internally instilling gang code and disciplining those of a lower rank, easing the workload for higher-ups.
G[]
Gs are blooded members who have proven themselves capable of taking on more responsibility within the set. Blooded members, prospects and hangarounds answer to Gs when no OGs, Shotcallers or Enforcers are present.
Blooded[]
Blooded Members are officially into the gang after proving their loyalty by putting in tons of work for the set. This is the first step towards proving their skills and moving up the hierarchy.
Prospect[]
Prospects are officially part of the gang after being willing to work for the set. They are allowed to wear one purple item of clothing. As Prospect continues to show consistency in their efforts, they will be told to put on more items of purple clothing to show that they have been around for a while.
Hangaround[]
Hangarounds are people who have approached the gang, offering to put in work. They are usually seen helping out members of the set, completing tasks, getting to know members of the gang and laying the groundwork required to eventually become a Prospect.
Territory[]
The Ballas control almost the entire community of Davis. The cul-de-sac of Grove Street is a particular hot spot for activity as well as Davis Avenue and Covenant Avenue in the neighborhood.