Barry

“The revolution’s coming, brother. The revolution!” – Barry

Barry is a passionate yet eccentric marijuana activist in Grand Theft Auto V. He appears in several Strangers and Freaks Missions, where he attempts to recruit Franklin Clinton and Michael De Santa to help him spread awareness about marijuana legalization in Los Santos.

Background

Barry is a committed activist who fervently believes in the legalization of marijuana. He is often found raving about the plant’s benefits and the corrupt nature of the government that opposes it. Despite his noble cause, Barry’s methods are chaotic and ineffective, often leading to humorous situations. He enlists Franklin and Michael to help with his campaign, but his enthusiasm is rarely met with actual progress.

Role in the Story

Barry’s involvement in the game is largely tied to his activism. Throughout his Missions, he gives Michael and Franklin tasks that range from finding marijuana stashes to causing distractions to support his cause. His commitment to his movement borders on delusional at times, with Barry often misjudging the impact of his efforts.

Barry is a highly idealistic and eccentric character. His obsession with marijuana legalization blinds him to the fact that his methods are largely unproductive. He is overly enthusiastic and tends to preach about the benefits of cannabis in a way that often comes across as comical. Despite his intense passion, Barry is ultimately harmless, and his idealism adds a layer of humor to his character.

• Barry’s Missions introduce a more lighthearted and comical aspect to GTA V, contrasting with the game’s darker themes.
• His obsession with marijuana often results in him being disconnected from reality, leading to humorous situations where his plans fall apart.
• Barry mistakenly believes that his actions are revolutionary, even though his efforts do little to further his cause.
• Despite his failures, Barry remains hopeful and continues to fight for his cause throughout the game.

• Grand Theft Auto V (2013)