So. I have wanted to start a clan since 2013 but some plans have changed and today since 2014 have decided to build my new computer. So anyway. What should I do for anyone with GTA IV and a working PC? Which would most likely be successful? The reason I ask is because I am not sure if I should start a clan...the reason for the clan is because I see the RCMP is doing well for themselves so, I don't know which would be best to go with. Any suggestions?

Edited February 21, 201511 yr by OfficerWallace

just starting a clan on your own is not a good idea, you should at least start with some friends. oh and I prefer a gaming group because you dont really have rules in there and stuff, you can just play with friends.

With the amount of clans already out there, you're probably better off joining an existing one. However, I would personally recommend you to just play with friends. That way, you can play with the mods you want, the rules you want and the amount of realism you want.

Clans are a magnet for pointless drama, I'd avoid them at all costs. 

it depends on the members and how big they are honestly.

 

each clan and gaming group are different, no clan or gaming group is ever professional to the point of ultimate realism.

 

Yes both have fun but in different ways

For me I like the fact with a clan there is guaranteed time you will be playing. On the same hand they always have to many rules and run way to many mods. So for me it's a gaming group that is still pretty serious and by that I mean we have fun but we don't go around blowing all the lights and killing suspects for no reason.

For me I like the fact with a clan there is guaranteed time you will be playing. On the same hand they always have to many rules and run way to many mods. So for me it's a gaming group that is still pretty serious and by that I mean we have fun but we don't go around blowing all the lights and killing suspects for no reason.

 

That sounds about right. Although certain clans only use the necessary and some only use vehicles and peds. It really depends on the leader for stuff like that lawenforcementjoker

With the amount of clans already out there, you're probably better off joining an existing one. However, I would personally recommend you to just play with friends. That way, you can play with the mods you want, the rules you want and the amount of realism you want.

And most importantly, minimal drama (if your playing with them is a minor part of your friendship, you're unlikely to run into the sort of issues that clans can produce so easily).

A looonggg time ago I tried to join a clan.  I was unable to make demanding time hacks, unable to complete my 'training', and was even told I needed to be a prisoner transport for "full members".

 

Not only did I not feel like I was playing LCPDFR... I felt like I was being used.  Needless to say, I only conducted a few gaming sessions with them, and went ghost status.  I just don't have the regular schedule to do that kind of thing.  Left such a sour taste in my mouth that I never attempted another clan.

 

 

I also don't have any 'friends' that play LCPDFR, or GTA IV any more that is.  I'm a loner - always keeping a sharp eye for EMS - because they come in like a wrecking ball! 

Edited February 22, 201511 yr by FinKone

Wow! Thanks for such fast replies, I thought I would have to sleep three days and nights until a response! Well I am really just "Testing the waters" to see if I want one over another.

How do you join clans?

How do you join clans?

you go to their website and fill in an application...

you go to their website and fill in an application...

 

thats right kirigaya

Clans usually will have some kind of rhyme or reason, being that it is typically focused on lcpdfr, they patrol more than a gaming group. And depending on the members and activity levels of said members it can be a real fun experience being in a clan. I've been in my clan for almost three years, and the guy in the clan are family to me. Its to the point that we are closer than my friends IRL. If you get into a good clan with a good bunch of guys, it is completely worth it. whereas if you get in the ones with 10 year olds and squeakers and immaturity, it will ruin the experience. 

Clans usually will have some kind of rhyme or reason, being that it is typically focused on lcpdfr, they patrol more than a gaming group. And depending on the members and activity levels of said members it can be a real fun experience being in a clan. I've been in my clan for almost three years, and the guy in the clan are family to me. Its to the point that we are closer than my friends IRL. If you get into a good clan with a good bunch of guys, it is completely worth it. whereas if you get in the ones with 10 year olds and squeakers and immaturity, it will ruin the experience. 

 

Yea I saw some of your videos - I really like the plugin you guys are using for coms (how it applied a radio filter to the voices).  That kind of stuff makes me all poopy pear faced to be playing alone.  I'll deal with it though.

Yea I saw some of your videos - I really like the plugin you guys are using for coms (how it applied a radio filter to the voices).  That kind of stuff makes me all poopy pear faced to be playing alone.  I'll deal with it though.

The thing I like is having the "real life" backup, I do alot of solo patrols, (just finished recording one) and the AI are terrible police officers lol which get me killed more than if i was alone. At least with friends or other people  there is that level of trust and communication between you and your cover officer.

You best chances would honestly be doing some LA related because it would be an easy merge with GTA V

I was in the RCMP for about a year and it is in my experience that clans can be great if you block out the childish focus on unimportant things like ranks.  I have made a lot of friends in that community and a few whom I almost consider family now.  Along with Gunner 9213, I would agree that having real-life backup instead of AI is the coolest thing ever and you can get into some great roleplay when you have twenty some members in a game.  It's definitely something you need to try but it's not for everybody.  Do make sure that you research the priorities (i.e. member activity, realism, professionalism, relaxation) of each community you are considering to see if they coincide with what you want and give it a solid effort before deciding to stay or leave (I suggest 3 months).

 

That being said I am no longer in the RCMP and my fellow ex-RCMP friends and I are wanting to create a small group to play.  So if the clan doesn't work out for you feel free to pm me.

 

One last thing,  unless you are willing to dedicate 40+ hours a week to developing and managing a community in addition to recruiting about 20 people to start it with you, the chances will be significantly low you will reach any kind of success especially at this point in GTA IV's life. 

Edited March 12, 201511 yr by OfficerShaski

Clans are great, and I am into them and are a huge fan as I want the maximized realistic experience. But a clan leader is someone that needs to have been around for a while, knows the in's and out's of not only the LCPD:FR/GTA IV world but also have great life experience and management skills. It's harder than you think and not all fun and games and as glamorous as you might think. But, prove me wrong please and if you do decide to best of luck. My piece of advice would be to stay at it and keep working at it even when you might feel there's no hope.

 

All that advice has come from personal experience in starting up a clan.

Edited March 13, 201511 yr by InnermostZero

So. I have wanted to start a clan since 2013 but some plans have changed and today since 2014 have decided to build my new computer. So anyway. What should I do for anyone with GTA IV and a working PC? Which would most likely be successful? The reason I ask is because I am not sure if I should start a clan...the reason for the clan is because I see the RCMP is doing well for themselves so, I don't know which would be best to go with. Any suggestions?

 

I've been in a "Clan" for awhile now, I've noticed even tho we call our self a clan an we do mainly play LCPD:FR and GTA. our clan is also a gaming clan/ group. We play other games together like BF4, ETS2, Dying Light, The Crew. ETC... What im getting at is whatever you decide to do it all falls back on the people you have with you when you do it. Having the guys I have in my clan is something i wouldn't change for the better. The guys I've come to know while being in my clan I can count on for pretty much anything. An i don't think the game play would be as enjoyable without them.