GTA 5 PC - Intro & Mission #1 - Franklin and Lamar [Gold Medal Guide]

*GTA V Mission: Franklin and Lamar | Full Walkthrough & Analysis* **Platform**: PS5/Xbox Series X/PC/PS4/Xbox One **Mission Type**: Story Mission (Mandatory) **Protagonist**: Franklin Clinton **Characters Introduced**: Lamar Davis, Michael De Santa, Simeon Yetarian, Jimmy De Santa --- #### *Mission Overview* "Franklin and Lamar" serves as Franklin’s introductory mission, setting the stage for his life as a repo man in Los Santos. The mission begins with a cinematic cutscene featuring Michael De Santa in therapy, grappling with his midlife crisis, before transitioning to Franklin and Lamar’s chaotic car repossession job for Simeon Yetarian. Key highlights: **Story Setup**: Franklin’s dissatisfaction with low-stakes criminal work and his dynamic with Lamar are established. **Michael’s Cameo**: Michael appears in the opening cutscene, directing Franklin and Lamar to their target location, foreshadowing their later collaboration . **Gameplay Mechanics**: Introduces driving mechanics, police evasion, and Franklin’s special ability (slow-motion driving). --- #### *Mission Objectives* 1. *Car Selection**: Choose between a red **Dewbauchee Rapid GT* or white *Obey 9F Cabrio* (no story impact, but dialogue varies). 2. **Chase Lamar**: Race through Los Santos neighborhoods (Del Perro, Rockford Hills, Vespucci) while avoiding collisions. 3. **Evade Police**: Lose a 2-star wanted level after attracting police attention at Union Depository. 4. **Return to Dealership**: Deliver the car to Simeon’s Premium Deluxe Motorsport. 5. **Safehouse Introduction**: Concludes at Franklin’s home, unlocking free roam and game features (Ammu-Nation, Los Santos Customs, etc.) . --- #### *Gold Medal Challenges* **Not a Scratch**: Deliver the car with minimal damage (use Franklin’s ability for tight turns). **Focused Driver**: Activate slow-motion driving for 7+ seconds. **Winner**: Beat Lamar in the race (hint: use the left tunnel near Union Depository). **We Come in Peace**: Avoid hitting alien-costumed actors in the movie studio. --- #### *Key Rewards & Unlocks* *$250 Cash* *"Welcome to Los Santos" Achievement/Trophy* **Unlocked Features**: Safehouse, Ammu-Nation, Los Santos Customs, stock market access, and optional activities (taxi fares, stunt jumps, etc.). **Post-Mission**: Simeon calls Franklin for follow-up repossession jobs, leading to the next mission involving Jimmy De Santa’s car . --- #### *Behind-the-Scenes & Trivia* *Radio Tracks**: Original version plays N.W.A’s *Appetite for Destruction*; enhanced editions feature Action Bronson’s *Bad News . **Easter Eggs**: The mission mirrors *GTA: San Andreas*’ "Test Drive" mission, where CJ and Cesar steal cars . **Scripted Race**: Lamar’s car is invulnerable, ensuring the chase progresses smoothly . --- #### *Video Structure Suggestions* 1. **Intro (0:00–1:00)**: Mission context and objectives. 2. **Gold Medal Tips (1:00–3:00)**: Breakdown of challenges. 3. **Full Walkthrough (3:00–10:00)**: Step-by-step gameplay with commentary. 4. **Post-Mission Analysis (10:00–12:00)**: Story implications and unlocks. For a full mission list and advanced strategies, refer to