illegal Configuration
High risk, high reward underground delivery system.
What Are Illegal Runs?
Illegal runs are an alternative mission system for players who want more danger and bigger payouts. Transport contraband for criminal organizations while avoiding police attention.
Key Differences from Legal Jobs
Base Pay
$50-$150
$2,500-$20,000
Risk Level
Low
Low to Extreme
Police
None
Active threat
Heat
None
Accumulates
Checkpoints
None
Random spawns
Factions
Courier factions
Criminal organizations
Requirements
Minimum Rank
IllegalConfig.RequireMinimumRank = 5You must be at least Rank 5 to access illegal runs.
Police Requirement (Optional)
IllegalConfig.RequireMinimumCops = 0Server admins can require minimum police online.
Cooldown
IllegalConfig.CooldownBetweenRuns = 300 -- 5 minutesMust wait between runs to prevent spam.
The Black Market Hub
Location
The hub is located in Vespucci:
Coordinates:
1383.99, -2079.58, 52.0Blip: Skull icon (hidden until close)
NPC: Gang member
Finding the Hub
Core Systems
Heat System
Track your notoriety with law enforcement
Risk Tiers
Low, Medium, High, and Extreme difficulties
Criminal Factions
Build reputation with 4 criminal organizations
Checkpoints
Random police checkpoints to avoid
Job Types
6 unique illegal delivery types
Risk vs Reward
Low Risk
Payment: $2,500 base
Police Chance: 5%
Example: Stolen goods fencing
Medium Risk
Payment: $5,000 base
Police Chance: 15%
Example: Drug smuggling
High Risk
Payment: $10,000 base
Police Chance: 30%
Example: Weapon trafficking
Extreme Risk
Payment: $20,000 base
Police Chance: 50%
Example: Human smuggling
Distance Bonuses (Illegal)
Illegal runs have higher distance bonuses:
IllegalConfig.DistanceBonus = {
bonusPerKM = 15, -- $15/km (vs $5 legal)
xpBonusPerKM = 5, -- 5 XP/km (vs 2 legal)
maxMultiplier = 2.5, -- Higher cap
longHaulThreshold = 5.0 -- 5km for long haul
}Job Multipliers
Drug Smuggling
1.5x
Weapon Trafficking
2.0x
Stolen Goods
1.2x
Money Laundering
1.8x
Human Smuggling
2.5x
Exotic Cars
2.2x
Encrypted Phone
During illegal runs, you receive encrypted messages:
Start Messages
"Package is ready at the spot. Move quickly." "Cargo secured. Pickup location sent to your GPS."
Delivery Messages
"Buyer is waiting at the drop. No delays." "Drop zone confirmed. Complete the transaction."
Warning Messages
"Heat is rising. Lay low after this run." "Checkpoint reported nearby. Find another route."
Success Messages
"Clean delivery. Payment transferred." "Smooth operation. Reputation improved."
Item Rewards
Beyond cash, illegal runs can reward items:
Low Risk Rewards
Weed brick (1-3, 60% chance)
Lockpick (1-2, 40% chance)
Medium Risk Rewards
Coke brick (1-2, 50% chance)
Pistol (1, 30% chance)
Advanced lockpick (1-2, 40% chance)
High Risk Rewards
Meth brick (2-4, 60% chance)
SMG (1, 40% chance)
Electronic kit (1-2, 50% chance)
Extreme Risk Rewards
Heroin brick (3-6, 70% chance)
Assault rifle (1, 50% chance)
Trojan USB (1, 30% chance)
Tips for Success
Watch Your Heat
High heat = high police chance. Let it cool down between runs.
Plan Your Route
Checkpoints spawn on major roads. Know alternative routes.
Build Criminal Rep
Higher faction rep = better payouts and reduced heat.