Editing Edward McHaggis (section)

== Background/History ==
{{Infobox Character
|name=Edward I
|image=Edward_Portrait.png
|fullname=Edward McBane
|alias=The Butcher
|gender=Male
|nationality=Scottish
|birth=1990s (exact date unknown)
|birthplace=Durness, Scotland
|status=Alive
|related=Billy McBardigael (cousin), Luciana McHaggis (wife, deceased)

|associated=<ul>
<li>[[Billy McBardigael]]</li>
<li>[[Alexa Morrison]]</li>
<li>[[Jim]]</li>
<li>[[Haruto]]</li>
<li>[[Giuseppe Marcano]]</li>
</ul>
|factions=<ul>
<li>Independent Kingdom of Scotland</li>
<li>[[Claymore MC]] (until dissolution)</li>
<li>[[The Big Four]] (until dissolution)</li>
</ul>
|rank=<ul>
<li>King of Scotland</li>
<li>President (Claymore MC)</li>
<li>Syndicate Leader</li>
</ul>
|factionstatus=<ul>
<li>King of Scotland (disputed)</li>
<li>[[Claymore MC]]</li>
</ul>

|first=Rise of the Syndicates
|last=N/A
|arcs=Rise of Claymore MC, The Yakuza Crisis, First and Second Paleto Crises, The Great Breakup

|writer=The Animation Elf
}}
Edward, formally known as '''Edward I''', often known as "The Butcher," is a bold and ruthless figure in the Los Santos underworld, known for his temper, calculated ruthlessness, strategy, and a reputation for breaking even the most resilient opponents. He was born Edward McBane in the small fisher village of Durness in Scotland, but to shield his family from his criminal reputation, he adopted the surname McHaggis. From an early age, Edward was drawn to crime, engaging in petty theft, extortion, and robberies, all of which quickly caught the attention of local gangs.

By 22 years old, his rising notoriety attracted the interest of the [[Cosa Nostra]], including the [[Corleonesi]], who invited him to Italy, where he began his formal career in organized crime. It was here he met [[Giuseppe Marcano]], a member of the Corleonesi who became both his mentor and partner, guiding Edward in the art of organized crime and afterwords becoming good friends. Edward did many jobs with Giuseppe including extortion, torture and contract killing. In Italy, Edward also met [[Luciana McHaggis|Luciana]], an Italian woman who would later become his wife.

After several successful years, Edward left the Cosa Nostra with honour and ventured to Asia to find new work, where he secured an position within the [[Yakuza]]—a rare feat for an outsider. At the Yakuza, Edward met [[Haruto]] and Takahashi. They all were the rank of Kyodai. While Edward earned respect from the Yakuza, it was Haruto who ultimately got promoted to Sateigashria. 

Haruto, being the bully that he was, started picking on Edward because he got the promotion before Edward. Later Edward got the call from [[Billy McBardigael|Billy]] to reconnect with his cousin in the city of Los Santos. Edward never announced to the Yakuza that he was leaving, so he never submitted to the traditional Yubitsume (finger-cutting ritual) upon his departure, this angered the Yakuza, a decision that would haunt him later.

Eventually, Edward made his way to Los Santos, reconnecting with his cousin, [[Billy McBardigael]]. Together, they built up a formidable syndicate in the [[Rancho|southern districts of the city]], though Edward soon took the lead as Billy’s interest turned toward construction and project work rather than the gritty world of crime. Edward’s years of experience and his unyielding leadership style made him a natural figurehead, and he ruled his territories with an iron fist. As he grew more powerful, Edward remained a calculating force, applying the brutal lessons he learned from both the Cosa Nosta and the Yakuza to cement his position in the San Andreas criminal hierarchy.

Edward not only forged alliances within the city's criminal elite but also established his own loyal force through the creation of the '''[[Claymore MC]]''', formerly known as '''Aye or Die MC'''. This motorcycle club was composed primarily of American army veterans, men who shared Edward's rough, disciplined approach to life. These veterans, many of whom struggled to adjust to civilian life, found a sense of brotherhood and purpose within the club, aligning with Edward’s ambitions and tactics.

The Claymore MC quickly became integral to Edward's operations. Hardened by their military training and united by loyalty, these men provided Edward with an elite force capable of handling dangerous and delicate missions alike. With their help, he executed his plans with precision, using the club as a shield and a weapon. Their skills in combat, logistics, and coordination made them perfect for a variety of tasks, from enforcing territory to handling high-stakes heists and smuggling operations.

Under Edward's ruthless but strategic leadership, the Claymore MC emerged as a respected and feared faction in Los Santos. This motor club became the backbone of his rise to power, giving him a distinct edge over rivals and ensuring he always had a crew he could trust in times of both war and diplomacy. In the end of 2024, Edward announced that he was going to leave his criminal life in Los Santos behind and move back to Durness in Scotland.