The Red Code
The color red. Probably the most poignant color of the spectrum.
It is the most brilliant shade, scientifically the longest wave lengths, therefore the most prominent to the unprotected eye. When a spectrum arches across the vicious black sky, what color do you see first? The one and only. Red is the symbol for our most primal and passionate emotions as well--rage, love, triumph, power, intimidation...and then some. Lips are painted red to emphasize sensuality and mystique, advertisers use red in their graphics to promote hunger. Have you ever walked down the street and looked around at all the graphics and ads littering the pavement? I can guarentee the ones you're the most drawn to are blaring red.
Even politicians use red to illustrate just how impending a situation is. Anything that is urgent, or life threatening is considered a 'High level crisis' or, a code red. So If you hear the news scream out anything that has to do with red, you better run for the hills baby, your bloody behind is on the line. That color, when used politically, has only one purpose--not rage, or love, or any of the gentler manipulations of emotion that ads use--it's sole goal is to invoke primal fear. Terror if you may.
Look at history even, red has been a powerful symbol of fear. During the United States' separation from England, otherwise known as the Revolutionary War, the English wore red coats in hopes of obtaining dominance and fear over the statesmen. More recently, the 'Red scare' during the Cold War years of American history. Any Russian was assumed to be a Soviet spy, that was out to bludgeon the democratic fibers of the U.S into their 'insidious communistic ways.' Unfortunately, unlike the English, the Russian's have been stigmatized by the red facade, and continually feared beyond the Cold War scares. Seventy-five percent of American's picture a haze of impenetrable red when they hear the name Russia. Twenty-five percent of these, have expressed mild bouts of fear concealed in their eyes.
Is it any wonder why the Red Mafia is one of the most feared , and potent groups in the world? The word red is in their name!
Yes, that was an unecessary pun, however it is true. The Red Mafia, despite its young age, is one of the most powerful crime groups in existance. Sure, they're no Cosa Nostra--they lack the history and the respect that the Sicilians have earned. They're more savage and unruly if you may, where the Sicilians are very clean cut and structured, the Reds are loose, and almost constantly have internal fueds within their own families. A big no-no coming from the Cosa Nostra. Also unlike the Sicilians, the Red is known for it's secrecy. The first rule of the Red Mafia, is you don't talk about the Red Mafia unless you want your tongue cut out.
Of course, members talk about it anyways. How else would the rest of the world know about it, no? Just don't leave your name behind and make sure you're standing in the shadows mate.
The reason the Red is so formidable, is because it practically owns the country of Russia. Over 40% of the nations wealth is pumped out by illegal organizations. What other mafia has that much power within it's own country? Most of the time, the police get involved with the others (unless they're tainted cops, but, we'll avoid that topic.) but see, with the Russians, the police don't. Do you know why? If you said to yourself "tainted enforcements" then you're bloody correct. The Russian Mafia was practically built by police men. Ex-Soviet soldiers and KGB officers. Seven in total, meaning there are seven blood lines that have bred the group's sixty different strains. The founding fathers are referred to as the Redfathers, tremendously similar to the Sicilian's Godfather--who is (in so many ways) considered the leader of a particular division. He is the Don of the dons, and meant to be respected beyond absolute comprehension. Usually there is one Godfather to a family triad, however the Russian's have seven. Whoever founded the strain you're in, is your don's don's don's don's...however many "generations" you're down...don and by god you RESPECT him.
What makes these seven men so special though? People found things all the time, and are usually left to history. See, the Redfathers are so distinctly respectable because they created The Red Code. Sort of like the Ten Commandments, but if they are abused, the punishment is death. The Red Code (you guessed it) is meant to instill fear into the mafia's family members so that they're not tempted to break the conduct. Now, I could tell you what The Red Code entails but, I'll leave that for your imagination. That, and I simply can't tell you. Part of keeping the mafia's secrecy, is by keeping quiet.
Back to the founders though. As I said, there are seven of them. Their names are Boris Kinsel, Juha Yeltzinborgh, Ortega Kustrya, Vladimir Hleminen, Kruschev Vords, Karl Freische, and Marcus Burghen. Each are still alive and well, manging their own 'blood lines' and keeping networks open with one another; however just because the seven get along, does not mean that their 'children' play nice. It's a well known fact within the mafia, that the Yeltzinburgh family and the Kinsel family are at odds. They tolerate one another, but I don't see them sending Christmas cards to eachother during the Holidays. Yeltzinburgh and Kinsel have never had too many problems with one another, which is why it's befuddling why their bloodlines are so...hostile.
My personal thoughts are that they don't respect The Red Code, but, hey that's just me.
I bet you're wondering who I am, and how I know so much about the Red Mafia arn't you. My name is Jackson Weiss, Jack for short. Son of Peter Weiss, founder of LeGuna Inns in England; the countries leading hotel chain. I'm an heir, a businessman, a lawyer, an actor by night, and a mobster by secrecy.
I am a dignitary to Yeltzinburgh's mafia--first generation, meaning the one directly beneath him. The United Nations has ambassadors that smooth out problems with international relations, and that is no different than what I do for Yeltzinburgh. The Red mafia has outposts all over the world, and when there is a problem, I (amonst the other fourteen dignitaries of the founding fathers) am on the job. Most of the time, It is just me and one other person and we are to negotiate terms, or check up on bookmarks. I am the youngest, and only non Russian member of the Red Mafia.
I am a diplomat. I want what is best, even if violence gets involved. No one knows about my involvement with The Red, not even my family.
My name is Jack Weiss, remember that, it might come in handy in later days. I am loyal to the Red, even though my favorite color, is orange. Or so everyone thinks it is anyways.
More to come
Vital stats
Jack's too cool for a table. Nah he'll get one later
Name: Jackson Weiss
Nickname: Jack
Age: twenty-six
D.O.B: July 9th, 1980
P.O.B: Liverpool, England
Heritage: German and English
Height: 5'10
Weight:140 lbs
Physical appearence: Slight, willowy. Shaggy black hair, blue eyes. Pale skin/fur.
Faith: Jewish
Lineage: Peter Weiss, Karolyn Farmer
Occupation: Actor, business.
Organizations: London Stage Guild, RCSS (Red Code Secret Service.)
Stage performances: Dr. Frankenfurter - Rocky Horror Picture Show. Mark Cohen - RENT. Rooster - Annie. Sir Evelyn - Anything Goes.
Skills: Educated, problem solver, theorist, level headed
Weaknesses: Too uptight, too precise, close minded tendacies, tempermental
Likes: His singing voice, Russian literature, culture, travel, debate, conversation, his physical looks, America
Dislikes: Inbalance, cheaters, "fire starters", America, drug lords, excuses, people who arn't on time, body guards
Addictions: Tobaccco.
Markings: Star tattoo inbetween thumb and forefinger. Long, detailed chinese fish spanning his lower inner thigh to his hip
Marital Status: Single
Interest: A slyph
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