Fair Game

“Fair Game” is a Strangers & Freaks mission in Grand Theft Auto V, where Trevor Philips assists Cletus Ewing in another round of hunting. This time, Trevor joins Cletus to hunt elk in the forests surrounding Mount Chiliad.

In “Fair Game,” Trevor meets up with Cletus for another hunting expedition, this time focusing on tracking and killing elk. Cletus teaches Trevor the basics of stealth hunting, including using scent masking techniques and keeping an eye on wind direction. This mission introduces the hunting mechanics in a more detailed fashion, as Trevor takes down multiple elk across the mountainous terrain.

Objectives

• Meet Cletus at the hunting lodge near Mount Chiliad.
• Track and kill the first elk using the provided Sniper Rifle.
• Use the scent masking spray and wind direction to locate the next elk.
• Hunt and kill two more elk to complete the mission.

Setting

This mission takes place in the wilderness surrounding Mount Chiliad. The dense forests and rugged terrain offer the perfect setting for hunting. Players are introduced to a slower, more methodical style of gameplay as they must use stealth and patience to track and hunt the elk. The mission emphasizes the use of realistic hunting techniques such as scent masking and wind monitoring.

Objective 1: Meet Cletus

• Travel to the Hunting Lodge: The mission begins when Trevor meets Cletus at the hunting lodge near Mount Chiliad. After a brief conversation, Cletus explains the goal of the hunting trip: to take down several elk in the area.
• Equip the Sniper Rifle: Cletus provides Trevor with a Sniper Rifle equipped with a scope, ideal for long-distance shots required for elk hunting.

Objective 2: Track and Hunt the Elk

• Follow Cletus’s Instructions: Cletus explains the importance of staying downwind from the elk to avoid detection. Players must use the scent masking spray to hide Trevor’s scent and follow the wind direction indicated on the minimap.
• Hunt the First Elk: After following Cletus’s lead, players will spot the first elk. Carefully aim the Sniper Rifle and take the shot to complete the first objective.

Objective 3: Hunt Additional Elk

• Locate More Elk: Cletus will direct Trevor to another area where two more elk can be found. Players must again use stealth, scent masking, and proper wind direction to approach the animals undetected.
• Complete the Hunt: After successfully killing two more elk, the mission concludes, with Cletus congratulating Trevor on his hunting skills.

Mission Conclusion

• Cutscene: A short cutscene plays where Cletus praises Trevor for his accuracy and offers him further hunting opportunities in the future. The mission ends with the two discussing their next potential outing.
• Rewards: Completing this mission unlocks further hunting Missions and introduces players to the more complex aspects of hunting mechanics in the game.

• This mission is the first to introduce scent masking spray, an important mechanic for avoiding detection while hunting.
• The hunting mechanic plays a significant role in Trevor’s side Missions and activities, offering players a unique way to experience the rural areas of Blaine County.
• Cletus continues to be an eccentric and humorous character, providing Trevor with lighthearted yet challenging tasks throughout his hunting Missions.