Type: Violent Street Gang
Headquarters: Decentralized
Description
The Skulls are a violent and notorious street gang in San Francisco, easily identifiable by their skull and death imagery, as well as distinctive face makeup and tattoos. Their primary focus is controlling territory in the Tenderloin and Bayview neighborhoods, where they engage in a wide range of criminal activities. Despite their chaotic and factionalized nature, with smaller gangs often vying for power, they can occasionally unite to defend their collective territory or collaborate with other powerful organizations in the city.
The Skulls are major distributors of illicit drugs, including Titan, Dash, and Bliss, making them a significant player in the city’s drug trade. Their brutal tactics and fearsome reputation ensure that they maintain a tight grip on their neighborhoods, but their lack of centralized organization also makes them unpredictable and volatile.
Ambition
To expand their control over additional territories in San Francisco, increase their profits from drug distribution, and maintain their fearsome reputation. They aim to solidify their power base and fend off any challenges from rival gangs or law enforcement.
Key Figures
- Reaper (El Presidente)
- Nightshade
Key Characteristics
- Distinctive Appearance: Members are known for their skull-themed tattoos and face makeup, making them easily recognizable.
- Territorial Control: Focused on dominating the Tenderloin and Bayview neighborhoods, where they enforce their rule through violence and intimidation.
- Fragmented Structure: Less organized than larger crime syndicates, with multiple smaller factions that sometimes cooperate but often compete with each other.
- Drug Trade: Major distributors of the illicit drugs Titan, Dash, and Bliss, contributing significantly to the city’s drug problems.
- Brutal Tactics: Known for their extreme violence and ruthless methods, both against rivals and within their own ranks.
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