In the classic game Grand Theft Auto 1 (GTA 1), players encounter a variety of notorious characters. Among them is Robert Michael Peter Luke Frances Darth Bruno Seragliano, commonly known as Bubby. As a main character, Bubby plays a significant role in the game’s storyline.
Background
Bubby is the suspected leader of the Vercotti Crime Family and is driven by a desire for revenge against the British secret service, who reportedly killed his father. Throughout the events of GTA 1, Bubby is under investigation for a slew of crimes, including:
- Armed robbery
- Murder
- Manslaughter
- Pimping
- Extortion
- Bribery
- Possession of illegal narcotics
- Unlawful carnal knowledge
- Smoking in a no-smoking zone
- Double parking
- Treason
- Adultery
- Covetousness
- Idolatry
- Willful Joe Pesci impersonations
Role in Grand Theft Auto
Bubby serves as the boss for the first two chapters of Grand Theft Auto 1, assigning jobs to the protagonist through an unnamed contact via payphones.
Key Events
Kidnapping of Sasha
Bubby first contacts the protagonist when his pet Sasha is kidnapped. He asks the protagonist to rescue her, leading to a series of events where the protagonist pays the kidnapper and retrieves Sasha from the trunk of a red Itali, returning her to Bubby at the Splendido Hotel in Island City.
District Attorney Kidnapping
In one of the Vercotti Crime Family’s secret vehicle missions, Bubby personally instructs the protagonist to kidnap a District Attorney and take him to a meat warehouse. It is during this mission that Bubby’s affair with the Liberty City mayoress is revealed, and it is also disclosed that his wife Skye is unfaithful, having an affair with her “personal trainer” named Brad.
Transition to San Andreas
After completing several jobs for the Vercotti Crime Family and helping them take down the rival Sonetti Crime Family, the protagonist draws too much attention from the police. To avoid further complications, Bubby arranges a flight for the protagonist to San Andreas.
Conclusion
Grand Theft Auto 1 offers players a gripping experience with a cast of complex characters like Bubby. His extensive criminal record and the intricate web of relationships and betrayals make him one of the most memorable characters in the game. GTA 1 remains a classic, setting the stage for future installments in the Grand Theft Auto series and solidifying its place in gaming history.
