New Player Guide

Welcome to Blunt Trauma RP! | Last Updated: December 2025

1. Getting Started

1.1 Requirements

Before joining, make sure you have:

• FiveM installed (https://fivem.net)
• GTA V (legitimate copy)
• Stable internet connection
• Working microphone

1.2 First Time Setup

• Set your FiveM voice to "Voice Activation" or "Push-to-Talk"
• Configure your keybinds in FiveM settings
• Ensure your microphone is working

2. Server Connection

2.1 Direct Connect

Open FiveM and use the F8 console:

2.2 Through Server Browser

1. Open FiveM
2. Click "Play"
3. Search for "Blunt Trauma RP"
4. Click "Connect"

3. Character Creation

3.1 Creating Your Character

1. Enter the character selection screen
2. Click "Create New Character"
3. Enter your character details: First Name, Last Name, Date of Birth, Gender
4. Customize your appearance

3.2 Character Guidelines

• Use realistic names (no celebrities, memes, etc.)
• Create a backstory for immersion
• Characters must be 18+ years old
• Consider your character's personality and goals

4. Basic Controls

4.1 Essential Keybinds

4.2 Vehicle Controls

5. Making Money

5.1 Starting Out

New players receive starter items:

• Phone
• ID Card
• Driver's License
• Small amount of cash

5.2 Legal Ways to Earn

6. Jobs Overview

6.1 Civilian Jobs

• Taxi Driver - Pick up passengers using phone app
• Truck Driver - Pick up and deliver cargo
• Mechanic - Repair and upgrade vehicles
• Garbage Collector - Drive garbage truck routes
• Fisherman - Catch fish and sell at market
• Hunter - Track animals and sell pelts

6.2 Emergency Services

• Police Officer - Requires application, enforce laws
• EMS/Paramedic - Requires application, medical response
• Firefighter - Requires application, fire/rescue

7. Housing & Vehicles

7.1 Buying Property

1. Find property for sale (map markers)
2. View property
3. Purchase with cash or bank funds
4. Receive keys

7.2 Buying Vehicles

Dealerships:

• PDM (Premium Deluxe Motorsport) - Regular vehicles
• Luxury Auto - High-end vehicles
• Motorcycle shop - Bikes

8. Phone & Communication

8.1 Phone Features

• Contacts & Messages
• Twitter (social media)
• Banking app
• Maps/GPS
• Yellow Pages (businesses)
• Taxi app

8.2 Banking

Using ATMs you can:

• Deposit/Withdraw cash
• Check balance
• Transfer money

9. Criminal Activities

9.1 Types of Crime

• Drug Operations (growing, processing, distribution)
• Robberies (stores, houses, banks)
• Vehicle theft and chopping
• Illegal racing

9.2 Risk vs. Reward

10. Emergency Services

10.1 Calling for Help

• Police/EMS: 911 (emergency)
• Non-Emergency: 311
• Mechanic: Phone yellow pages

10.2 When Injured

1. Call 911 or have someone call for you
2. Wait for EMS response
3. Roleplay your injuries
4. Don't respawn unless EMS unavailable (15+ minutes)

11. Useful Commands

11.1 General Commands

11.2 Emote Commands

11.3 Vehicle Commands

12. Tips & Tricks

12.1 Roleplay Tips

• Stay in character - Don't break immersion
• Use /me and /do - Enhance your roleplay
• Create backstory - Know your character's history
• React realistically - Fear for your life when appropriate
• Engage others - Roleplay creates stories together

12.2 Making Friends

• Visit popular hangouts (bars, clubs)
• Join a job with others
• Participate in events
• Be friendly and approachable

12.3 Getting Help

• Use /report for staff assistance
• Ask experienced players (IC)
• Check the rules page