By The Book
Story Mission in Grand Theft Auto V
Interrogation and Assassination
You get kicks out of killing innocent women now? The report I'm gonna have to write. — Steve Haines
Overview
In the mission 'By The Book', Michael De Santa and Trevor Philips are tasked by the FIB to extract information from a suspect, Mr. K, through interrogation. The goal is to identify and eliminate a target believed to be a threat to national security. The mission involves both the interrogation process and the subsequent assassination of the identified target.
Mission Objectives
- Interrogate Mr. K for information.
- Identify the target from the description.
- Travel to the target's location.
- Eliminate the identified target.
- Return to the FIB safehouse.
Walkthrough
1 Interrogate Mr. K
- Use interrogation tools. Select and use various tools to extract information from Mr. K.
- Listen to Mr. K's responses. Pay attention to the details Mr. K provides about the target.
2 Identify the Target
- Analyze Mr. K's description. Use the information given to identify the target's features.
3 Travel to the Target's Location
- Drive to the target's location. Follow the map to reach the designated area in Los Santos.
4 Eliminate the Target
- Locate and assassinate the target. Use a sniper rifle to eliminate the target from a distance.
5 Return to the FIB Safehouse
- Drive back to the FIB safehouse. After completing the assassination, return to the safehouse to report.
Gold Medal Objectives
- Mission Time — Complete the mission within 10 minutes.
- Electrocutioner — Use the electric tool during the interrogation.
- The Tooth Hurts — Use the pliers during the interrogation.
- It's Legal! — Use all interrogation methods on Mr. K.
Focus on using all interrogation tools to achieve the gold medal objectives. Time management is crucial to complete the mission within the time limit.
Aftermath
After completing the mission, Michael and Trevor have successfully extracted the necessary information for the FIB, and the target is eliminated. This mission leads to further tasks for the FIB, as it unlocks 'Scouting the Port'.
The mission highlights the moral complexities faced by the protagonists, especially in their dealings with government agencies.
Trivia
- This mission is known for its controversial depiction of torture.
- The player can switch between Michael and Trevor during the mission.
- The mission is one of the few where the player must use specific tools to progress.
- 'By The Book' is a critical turning point in the relationship between Michael, Trevor, and the FIB.
- The mission can be failed if the player kills Mr. K.
Featured
- Michael De SantaPlayable protagonist
- Trevor PhilipsPlayable protagonist
- Steve HainesFIB agent
- Mr. KInterrogation subject
- Los SantosMission location
