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[[Category:Notable Groups]]
[[file:vatos1.png|thumb|''“Vatos For Life Fool!”'']]


==Overview==

'''Year Founded:''' 2020

'''Status:''' Inactive

'''The Vatos''' are a notorious group of thugs consisting of three cousins; Chuckie Martinez, Marcos ''“Babushka”'' Morales, and Carlos Hernandez. They were sent to Chernarus on illicit international drug business. Nothing is more important to the Vatos than ensuring their own survival. They gained their notoriety by running the pockets of everyone they came across. If you have the misfortune of running into them, you are sure to leave with a much lighter load. Although they are notorious bandits, they do not have a history of senseless murder, as they believe that you are most useful if you are still breathing. After all, you can’t rob a dead man twice.

==Alignment==


The Vatos do what they please. They do not care about your politics, your borders, or your bullshit. They do not tolerate disrespect, but will be quick to disrespect others. They are what many see as the “Classic” bandit, specializing in holdups and robberies.

==Appearance==


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The Vatos can be spotted easily by their notoriously good looking outfits. A crispy flannel shirt, with dual bandanas to match. Light blue jeans, and matching Converse sneakers. The Vatos are rarely caught looking terrible. Fashion is of the utmost importance to the group.

==Origins==


The Vatos had a bit of an unorthodox start on DUG. The three players had just disbanded from another group, and were lost with what to do next. Carlos’ and Babushka were just running around robbing people with a Mexican accent. It was actually another member of the community, Sauly, who named the group. He had such a good time getting robbed that he asked the community if they knew who “The Vato Guys” were that robbed him. They then brought on Chuckie and the rest is history.


==Territory==


	The Vatos have never made a claim on the map, and they spit on everyone else's borders. They un-officially claim everything north of Devils Castle, regardless of who else lives there. They like to remind everyone that they come across that The Vatos [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cg_S-MjWpAU run the north], and you either get with it or [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N72-YvkhAgE get the fuck away from it].

==Goals==


The Goal for The Vatos has always been simply to survive in a land run by groups much larger than they are, rob as many people as they can, and look good while doing it. Everything is about securing more gear and food for their survival. They barely loot the villages and towns of Chernarus, and would much rather that you loot it for them.


==Values==


'''Honesty:''' The Vatos will never shy away from consequences, they will be sure to tell you exactly what they’ve done. In their minds, there is no need to lie about it.

'''Loyalty:''' The trio prides themselves on loyalty to the family, no matter what.

'''Greed:''' As a group of bandits, greed drives the Vatos to rob and kill, although they usually only take what they can carry.

'''Pride:''' The Vatos are loud, and proud. They will take severe action on anyone who tries to hurt their pride.

'''Independence:''' The Vatos do not need anybody but themselves. In a land full of giant factions, they pride themselves on being beholden to no-one.

==History==

The Vatos began terrorizing the north in late 2019. They had many spats with the groups who inhabited the region, oftentimes started due to their members getting held up and robbed by The Vatos. 

Severograd Citizenship
The Vatos have a long history with the northern city of Severograd. The territory, officially controlled by The [[Black Cross]], has always been where The Vatos have considered home. However, there has long been an underlying tension due to conflicting ideals with the medical group that controlled the city. The Vatos were evicted by The [[Black Cross]] on multiple occasions.


'''Notable Evictions:'''

- Babushka threw a grenade into the aid station when a known enemy was inside, killing and injuring many.

- Babushka shot Shirley from [[Torchwood]] inside of a packed aid station, and casually walked out.

- The Vatos were demanding rent from The Dugout, who used their political pull to get The Vatos evicted.

- The evictions led to multiple attacks on many northern settlements.


[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HjW0DOZ3ai8 "Gang Initiation In DayZ" - A Video by AquaFPS]

==Notable Members==


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'''Marcos “Babushka” Morales''' - Babushka got his name because he is considered the “Wisest” member of the group. He makes sure every move the group makes is calculated, and is usually cool and calm, and a voice of reason amongst the group

'''Carlos Hernandez''' - Carlos is widely considered as a loose cannon. He tends to roast everyone he sees without fear of repercussions. He tends to care a little too much about other people's fashion choices, and will kill you if you talk about his Abuela. A true Wild Card that you would want by your side in any situation.

'''Chuckie Martinez''' - Chuckie Is usually the vato with the plan. He might not be at the forefront of every situation but he's the one that gets it into action. He keeps The Vatos pushing forward, always scheming for the next lick to hit or the next deal to be made.

==Relationships==


'''The [[Black Cross]]''' - The Vatos have had a back and forth relationship with Black Cross. They have helped the medics defend many attacks on the aid station, but have also been banned from their borders on many occasions.

'''The Dugout''' - The Vatos have had a checkered past with the Dugout. After feeling disrespected by Dugout staff, The Vatos demanded rent from the Dugout, after declining to pay, the vatos led a series of attacks on the group. Eventually, peace was made.

'''[[Dark as Midnight]]''' - The Vatos would fence their stolen goods to Dark as Midnight. The groups have always had a solid business relationship.

'''The [[Black Sheep]]''' - Due to frequent robberies done by The Vatos in Guglovo, there has always been a beef between Black Sheep and The Vatos.

'''[[Pavlovo Trade Union]]''' - The Vatos accused the PTU of stealing a poem that Chuckie had written. Eventually leading up to attacks and bombings of the PTU Compound. The groups never made peace.

'''[[The Overlook]]''' - The Vatos have always been on friendly terms with the folks at the overlook. They would seek refuge for food and water when needed, and were always greeted with open arms.