Chasing the Truth

“Chasing the Truth” is the fourth mission in the Epsilon Program series in Grand Theft Auto V, where Michael De Santa’s Journey into the cult deepens. In this mission, Michael is given a task to retrieve a rare vehicle, which the Epsilon Program claims is key to discovering ultimate enlightenment. Michael must prove his dedication by delivering this car without damaging it.

In “Chasing the Truth,” Michael is summoned by the Epsilon Program to retrieve a hidden car, the Declasse Tornado, believed to hold significant meaning in the group’s teachings. Once Michael finds the car in the desert, he must deliver it to the Epsilon Program’s drop-off location without damaging it. The mission continues to test Michael’s loyalty to the cult by having him complete seemingly nonsensical tasks.

Objectives

• Receive the email from the Epsilon Program with instructions.
• Locate the Declasse Tornado hidden in the desert.
• Drive the car back to the drop-off point without damaging it.
• Deliver the vehicle to complete the mission.

Setting

This mission takes place across the sandy desert regions of Blaine County, emphasizing the isolation and mystery surrounding the Epsilon Program. Michael must navigate through the rough desert terrain while avoiding any damage to the car, making this mission a test of patience and control. The remote setting reflects the cult’s secretive and enigmatic nature.

Objective 1: Locate the Car

• Check Your Email: After completing the previous mission, Michael receives an email from the Epsilon Program with instructions to find the Declasse Tornado, a rare vehicle hidden in the desert. A marker appears on the map, guiding players to the vehicle’s location.
• Find the Declasse Tornado: Travel to the desert to locate the car, which is parked in an isolated area. Once Michael reaches the vehicle, he must carefully drive it to the drop-off point.

Objective 2: Deliver the Car

• Drive Carefully: After retrieving the Declasse Tornado, Michael must drive it to the designated drop-off point without causing any damage. The car is old and fragile, so players need to be cautious when driving over rough terrain and through traffic.
• Follow the GPS: Use the GPS to guide Michael to the drop-off location, which is a fair distance from where the car was found. The route will take players through various environments, including rough desert roads and busy city streets.

Objective 3: Deliver the Car

• Arrive at the Drop-Off: Once Michael successfully delivers the car without damaging it, the mission concludes. A cutscene plays where members of the Epsilon Program praise Michael for his service and dedication.
• Mission Complete: With the vehicle delivered, Michael earns the respect of the Epsilon Program and progresses further in his quest for enlightenment.

Mission Conclusion

• Cutscene: A brief cutscene follows the delivery of the vehicle, where Epsilon Program members express their approval of Michael’s efforts. They hint that Michael is getting closer to true enlightenment, although their words remain cryptic.
• Rewards: No immediate rewards are provided, but completing this mission unlocks the next stage of the Epsilon Program’s Missions. The storyline becomes increasingly strange as Michael continues to serve the cult.

• The Declasse Tornado is a vintage vehicle that fits the Epsilon Program’s emphasis on symbolic items and rituals.
• The mission’s name, “Chasing the Truth,” reflects the idea that the truth, according to the Epsilon Program, is always elusive and difficult to grasp.
• The car’s fragile nature makes the mission challenging, requiring careful driving to avoid failure.
• This mission continues to parody real-world cults, where followers are often given absurd tasks to prove their dedication.