Origin

Triad, Chinese based criminal organization, secret association or club, was a branch from one of the Chinese formal secret societies called Hung Society. For some reasons, the Hung society was separated to many smaller divisions and one of them called Triads and Ching Gang were also regressed to a criminal organization. Following the foundation of the People's Republic of China in 1949, Chinese secret societies in mainland China were completely suppressed through campaigns ordered by Mao Zedong. So most Chinese Secret Societies, including Triads and some of the remaining parts of Ching Gang, relocated to British controlled Hong Kong, Taiwan, Southeast Asia and other overseas countries, especially the US. They competed with Tongs and other Chinese Secret Societies born out of China. Gradually, Chinese Secret Societies became rebels without a cause or an income and they turned to drugs and extortion to fill their coffers.
Black Dragons

Black Dragons is composed of Chinese/American Triad organized group and a street gang in which was formed during 80's by Chinese immigrants operating at San Fierro, Chinatown. The group is said to be unique as they were involved in both "Organized Crime Group" and "Street Level Crime". They are known for their clothing which are seen to be using the colors of black and grey. Black Dragon gang is known for it's history on violence which was identified as a top threat by various law enforcement agencies.
The Organized Crime gathers their revenue mainly from money laundering, prostitution, distribution of narcotics, extortion and distribution of illegal firearms. While the Street-Level was involve in a wide range of crimes such as robbery, theft, car theft and murder.
Triad Hierarchy

Mountain Master
The Main Leader of the Triad
Deputy Mountain Master
The Underboss of the Triad
White Paper Fan
The Triad advisor
Incense Master
Performs the initiation
Vanguard
Triad operation officer, assists the Incense Master.
Straw Sandal
Maintains the communication
Red Pole
Enforcer / Captain oversees defensive and offensive operation
49'er
Member of the triad
Blue Lantern
Uninitiated Member / Associate
Initiation
Similar to the Italian Mafia or the Japanese Yakuza, Triad members tend to be subject to initiation ceremonies.
How to join
Anyone can join the Black Dragons. A prospective triad is tested for its ruthlessness, courage, discretion and obedience. Only Chinese-American or Full Chinese descent can be initiated.
Recruitment
hit me up on PM's if you're interested on roleplaying with us, any character race is available but only Chinese-American or full Chinese descent can be initiated.
OOC Information
* Upon joining we have the rights to CK you if deemed neccessary.
* The faction is created for roleplay developments and aswell for character development.
* Feel free to correct me if you found something wrong within this thread
Rules
* Always follow the server's rule, we wont hesitate to kick you if you're caught breaking server rule.
* No trolling, you'll have your warning once we caught you and kick you for second offense of trolling.
* Always keep everything IC'ly when roleplaying.
* Respect is a must, respect everyone in the faction.
* You must be active. Inactivity of within 2 weeks will result of termination in the faction.
* Anyone can join the faction but only Chinese or Chinese/American can be inducted as initiated.
* No flaming, derailing or insulting on this thread.
