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January 2nd, 2025 RECAP “Benji Ramos – Hades – NoPixel 4.0”

• Benji wakes up at the apartments and posts his usual tweet: “YA BOI BACK.” Energized, he runs south toward the Abyss while Perez calls to update him on the events that occurred earlier. The updates include:
  ADMC has a large number of members awake and meeting throughout the day, including discovering an ammo crate in the Billy.
  Hades countered the Saints’ cargo, securing four SMGs and four shotguns in a shootout near the hospital.
  Perez trading ammo with Hydra to ensure Hades has more functioning C2s available.
• As Benji continues running to the Armory in the Billy for a meeting with the members, Perez provides further details about the day’s events. Benji, in a great mood, listens and vibes along the way.
• During the meeting, Louis suggests introducing Johnny Lane to Benji. In his usual fashion, Benji makes a few comments about Johnny’s association with SOB, adding his disclaimer. Louis and H-Dog share some backstory, emphasizing that Johnny is a long-time friend. Mid-conversation, Lane calls Benji to tell him about a gift she has for him and asks him to meet her in Chumash. Benji agrees. Meanwhile, Marlo invites Raul from SOB for a discussion about the Erni and Connor misunderstanding from the previous night.
• Benji is visibly annoyed by Marlo’s casual attitude toward SOB, given that Benji had explicitly stated his disinterest in associating with them. To avoid an uncomfortable confrontation, Benji decides to meet Lane instead.
• Upon arriving in Chumash, Lane gets into Benji’s car and presents him with a plushie of herself. Benji, unimpressed, asks who made it. When Lane says it was "Duke," Benji throws the plushie out, exclaiming, “Fuck your doll!” A brief back-and-forth ensues before Benji drives off.

• On his way back to the city, Benji calls Louis to stir and clarify why he left before Raul arrived. He also expresses frustration at Marlo’s attitude toward SOB. As Benji passes ADMC’s block, he slows down, shouts “BANG BANG!” and speeds off, laughing.
• Later, Hades plans a Jewelry Store heist. Kit joins the six person team but appears uncomfortable working with Daphne, suggesting Winter take Kit’s place. Benji talks to Kit, aiming to resolve any tension, but Kit remains uneasy. So Benji benches Daphne. However, she rejoins the job, making things awkward. She rides in Benji’s car to the store, with Kit remaining silent. Benji and Kit eventually discuss the issue, concluding that Daphne simply "rubs Kit the wrong way."
• Hades spots a bank truck before reaching the Jewelry Store. Zee calls Benji, informing him they are heading to the Court Center. During the heist, Kit asks Benji for job instructions, and he guides her through the steps as she shoots down the guards. Hades successfully loots the truck and retreats to the Abyss.
• The group then attempts a Fleeca Bank heist. This time, the team includes Benji, Kit, Winter, Louis, Perez, and a surprise addition: Vance. Benji asks Vance to call so he can berate him for not informing him beforehand of his return. They initially target the Fleeca at Life Invader but find it already being hit, so they move to Hawick. Winter hacks the vault, and Benji uses thermite to access the back. They secure a Paleto Bank card.

• Back at the Abyss, Benji waits for a massive materials delivery organized by Marlo. While chatting with Jeff, the delivery guy, Claire wakes up, leading to a brief conversation about Lane.
  Later, Benji speaks with Daphne about her progress in joining Hades, baiting her into sharing any issues she might have with the gang. He reassures her to stay focused on her goals. They reminisce about the past, touching on relationships and personal growth.
• Benji bodyguards Perez during a materials exchange. During this, he and Daphne have a candid discussion about relationships, tensions, celibacy, and even topics like Mormons. Concerned their conversation might cause issues, Benji calls Tessa for HR reassurance. Tessa advises that as long as the other party initiates the topic, it shouldn’t be a problem.
• Hades attempts a second Jewelry Store heist. While Benji and Daphne wait outside, they spot another group hitting the store and prepare to intercept the bank truck. The team includes Benji, Perez, Louis, FatBoy, Daphne, and Claire. Hades encounters Manor at the Vinewood sign. After a shootout, Hades secures the truck, loots bags, and obtains a green card.
• Afterward, Benji debriefs with Louis and Perez at the Armory. Later, Benji, Kit, Daphne, Claire, and FatBoy meet on the Abyss roof, diving back into lighthearted discussions about Mormons and other offbeat topics.
• Benji then calls Fifi to try to get information about ADMC and whether they are going to attack Hades or not. Benji tries to bait her into getting information. As their conversation continues, Benji reassures her that Hades will not shoot her, and Hades will shoot ADMC’s relative but not her. Then Benji calls her 008 agent and ends the call with “Thank you 008 agent”.

• Before the night ends, Benji continues stirring Kit’s unease about Daphne again, making comments that upset her. Seeking advice, he calls Tessa, who counsels him on the importance of thinking before speaking. Reassured, Benji turns to Daphne for further validation, leaving the conversation feeling better despite Daphne saying nothing controversial.
• As Benji reads a text from Claire, he calls her to clear up any misunderstandings. Just before Benji sleeps, he hears on the radio that Vance had a child with Winter. Vance denies it, but Benji humorously threatens him before the tsunami hits, signaling the end of the night.

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