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==Biography==
==Biography==
Packie McReary was born into a life of crime; with his three older brothers all criminals of various stripes ([[Gerald McReary|Gerald]] a mobster, [[Derrick McReary|Derrick]] a former IRA volunteer and [[Francis McReary|Francis]] a petty thief turned corrupt cop), there was little chance of him taking a different path. Packie's aggressive personality and criminal lifestyle has led to his incarceration in juvenile detention, and later prison, although he has not spent as much time 'inside' as his brother, Gerry.
====Childhood and Personality====


===Personality===
Packie was born to [[Maureen McReary]] (44), and [[Mr. McReary|the head]] of the [[McReary Mob|Irish Mob]]. His siblings consisted of brothers [[Derrick McReary|Derrick]] (23), [[Francis McReary|Francis]] (17) and [[Gerald McReary|Gerald]] (6), [[Kate McReary|Kate]] being born in the following year. Born and raised in [[Dukes]], he has never been outside [[Liberty City]]. Packie's father was a violently abusive alcoholic whom Packie blames for their Mob's fall from influence. He also tells Niko that his father almost molested him, until Gerry beat his father to a pulp. Packie also calls his father a 'pervert' and condemns his memory to "the seventh circle of Hell". He began a life of crime very early, and was arrested for stealing a car when he was 18. In 2000, when he was about 21, his father killed himself.
Packie has an addictive personality, as seen in his predilection for alcohol and cocaine. Like Niko, he has a blasé attitude towards violence, but expresses none of Niko's sense of guilt. Many of his issues may arise from his upbringing, particularly from his late father, a violently abusive alcoholic whom Packie blames for the McReary Mob's fall from influence. Packie eventually tells Niko that he was almost molested by their father, but Gerry stopped him and beat their father to a pulp. He calls his father a 'pervert' and condemns his memory to "the seventh circle of Hell". Packie is portrayed as a tormented individual, suppressing his emotions under a macho, wisecracking facade. Nonetheless, he and Niko become good friends, and Packie feels that he can trust and confide in Niko.
Packie is aggressive and leads a criminal lifestyle, probably having chosen Gerry as a role model. He has an addictive personality (not quite as bad as Derrick, but a rising issue), as seen in his predilection for alcohol and cocaine. Compared to Niko, Packie is equally capable of violence and criminal activity, and feels less guilt. He does, however, still hold certain moral standards; If you kill too many hostages during the mission [[Three Leaf Clover]], the mission will fail and Packie would say that he doesn't take this bloody money. Packie, on the surface, portrays himself as macho and wisecracking. But when drunk, he is shown time and time again to be suppressing deeply painful emotions. For example, he will question what being a man is all about, and contemplates suicide. He doesn't seem to seriously consider immediately and directly killing himself, but does glamourize the idea that he will die young of a drug overdose. He and Niko become good friends, and Packie feels that he can trust and confide in Niko.


===GTA IV===
===GTA IV===
By the time of GTA IV, Packie largely operates independently of the Irish Mob, committing stick-up robberies with his friends [[Michael Keane|Michael St. Michael]] and [[Gordon Sargent]], and working as a hired gun for the Italian Mafia (specifically the [[Pegorino Family]]).
By the time of GTA IV, Packie largely operates independently of the Irish Mob, committing stick-up robberies with his friends [[Michael Keane|Michael St. Michael]] and [[Gordon Sargent]], and working as a hired gun for the [[Pegorino Family]].


Packie was introduced to [[Niko Bellic]] through a mutual business partner, cocaine dealer [[Elizabeta Torres]]. Packie and Niko quickly became friends after escaping from a [[Luck of the Irish|botched cocaine deal together]]. Impressed, Packie called up Niko and introduced him to his family and his gang. The duo [[Harbouring a Grudge|ambushed]] the [[Algonquin Triads|Triads]] at the [[Algonquin]] docks, stealing a shipment of knock-off prescription drugs, and eventually peformed a daring [[Waste Not Want Knots|raid]] of the [[Ancelotti Family|Ancelottis']] [[Colony Island]] warehouse, stealing a sizeable amount of cash.
Packie was introduced to [[Niko Bellic]] through cocaine dealer [[Elizabeta Torres]]. Packie and Niko quickly became friends after escaping from a [[Luck of the Irish|botched cocaine deal together]]. Impressed, Packie called up Niko and introduced him to his family and his gang. They all participated in robbing other criminal gangs, and eventually did a [[Three Leaf Clover|bank robbery]] on the [[Bank of Liberty]] in Algonquin (where Michael was killed)
 
Their next job was a [[Three Leaf Clover|bank robbery]] on the [[Bank of Liberty]] in Algonquin. Packie and Niko were accompanied by Michael St. Michael and Derrick McReary, all in suits and disguised with balaclavas. During the robbery, Packie and Derrick began arguing, which distracted the gang long enough for [[Eugene Reaper|a vigilante]] to shoot Michael dead. The job gone awry, the remaining three shot their way out through several police barricades, and escaped through the subway tunnels. [[Niko Bellic]] and Packie became good [[Friendships in GTA IV|friends]] after it's over.
[[File:PatrickMcReary-Artwork.png|thumb|Artwork of Patrick]]
[[File:PatrickMcReary-Artwork.png|thumb|Artwork of Patrick]]


===After the Bank Job===
After the bank job, Packie continued working with and befriending Niko, particularly in [[Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend|the kidnapping]] of [[Gracie Ancelotti]] for Gerry. Unbeknownst to Packie, Niko [[Blood Brothers|murdered one of his brothers]]. Nonetheless, Niko's assistance in [[Undertaker|suppressing an attack on the funeral]] cemented their friendship. Packie trusted Niko enough to encourage him to date [[Kate McReary|Kate]], the youngest of the McReary clan (confident that Kate would not "put out", in any case).
After the bank job, Packie continued to do family business. He joined Niko in the [[Tunnel of Death|liberation]] and subsequent execution of [[Aiden O'Malley]] at Derrick's bidding, and [[Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend|aided in the kidnapping]] for ransom of [[Gracie Ancelotti]] for Gerry. This kidnapping led to another gunfight on Charge Island, with Niko and Packie pitted against the lackeys of Niko's old enemy [[Ray Bulgarin]]. Although their ransom plan failed, they had survived, and Niko earned great respect in Packie's eyes. Unbeknownst to Packie, Niko [[Blood Brothers|murdered one of his brothers]]. Nonetheless, Niko's assistance in [[Undertaker|suppressing an attack on the funeral]] cemented their friendship. Packie trusted Niko enough to encourage him to date [[Kate McReary|Kate]], the youngest of the McReary clan (confident that Kate would not "put out", in any case).
====After GTA IV====


It is revealed in the credits for [[The Ballad of Gay Tony]], that Packie left Liberty City with a duffel bag (this bag is likely not the bag with bank heist's money, because this sum of money need to be officially declared at customs) to an unknown location. One theory is that he probably went to visit Ireland, because he always thought that he should go, although fans speculate he headed for [[San Andreas]] as he headed west. However, there has been no confirmation as to where he went as of yet. In GTA IV, he just stays home and his [[Friendships in GTA IV|friends]] with Niko.
It is revealed in the credits for [[The Ballad of Gay Tony]] that Packie left Liberty City with a duffel bag (this bag is likely not the bag with bank heist's money, because this sum of money need to be officially declared at customs) on a west-bound flight to an unknown location. Theories of his destination include:
*'''Ireland:''' The first assumption based on Packie's culturally-inclined personality. Although drunk at the time, he promises Niko "I'm going to Ireland Niko, I'm gonna fucking go."
*'''[[San Andreas]]:''' Mostly supported by the fact that his plane was west-bound (although this could be the result of programmers not putting energy into changing the flight ticker), could even hint at the next Grand Theft Auto taking place in the area. (i.e. in the Lost & Damned credits, the last scene is the bank robbery in which Ballad of Gay Tony begins)
*'''Australia:''' Packie tells Niko during one friend activity that Australia would be nice because it has nice beaches and hot chicks, although he is heading west and from Liberty City to Australia would be much faster going east then west. {{?}}


==Mission appearances==
==Mission appearances==
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*According to [[Gerald McReary|Gerry]], Packie has a tattoo of his own name on one of his arms.
*According to [[Gerald McReary|Gerry]], Packie has a tattoo of his own name on one of his arms.
*In an Easter egg, if you position the camera in such a way that you can see inside Packie's head, you will see a small cube with a picture of a brain on it (all views; top, bottom, front, rear, left, and right), which in fact is Packie´s balaclava texture from the bank robbery.
*In an Easter egg, if you position the camera in such a way that you can see inside Packie's head, you will see a small cube with a picture of a brain on it (all views; top, bottom, front, rear, left, and right), which in fact is Packie´s balaclava texture from the bank robbery.
*Packie tells Niko that he has never left Liberty City; when drunk, however, he says, "I'm going to Ireland Niko, I'm gonna fucking go." (which, as revealed in [[The Ballad of Gay Tony]], wasn't a lie, for during the credits of TBoGT, he is seen leaving Liberty City on a plane)
*Following the [[Three Leaf Clover|Bank Robbery]], Packie purchases a bright red [[Comet]], which is revealed when [[Luis]] and [[Tony Prince]] are following him around in a Helicopter in the mission [[Ladie's Night]] in The Ballad Of Gay Tony.
*Following the [[Three Leaf Clover|Bank Robbery]], Packie purchases a bright red [[Comet]], which is revealed when [[Luis]] and [[Tony Prince]] are following him around in a Helicopter in the mission [[Ladie's Night]] in The Ballad Of Gay Tony.
*Packie sings ''[[wp:Danny_Boy|Danny Boy]]'' during one of the [[drinking]] dates with Niko.
*Packie sings ''[[wp:Danny_Boy|Danny Boy]]'' during one of the [[drinking]] dates with Niko.
*It is possible that he went to Australia since he says to Niko during a friend activity that Australia would be nice because it has nice beaches and hot chicks, although he is heading west and from Liberty City to Australia would be much faster going east then west. {{?}}
*In [[The Ballad Of Gay Tony]] mission [[Ladies Half Price]], the player can go back and kill [[Niko Bellic]] and Packie [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBO7Yu_daI0&feature=SeriesPlayList&p=EF34C450BA94E036], although he has extraordinary health and his death won't effect the timeline.
*In [[The Ballad Of Gay Tony]] mission [[Ladies Half Price]], the player can go back and kill [[Niko Bellic]] and Packie [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBO7Yu_daI0&feature=SeriesPlayList&p=EF34C450BA94E036], although he has extraordinary health and his death won't effect the timeline.
*If you kill too many hostages during the mission [[Three Leaf Clover]], the mission will fail and Packie would say, that he doesn't take this bloody money. Despite the many facts of his criminal activities, he still knows what is right from wrong.
* Packie's favourite radio station is [[Liberty Rock Radio 97.8]] and he would respond positively if it's turned on in the car. He also wants it to play on his funeral.
* Packie's favourite radio station is [[Liberty Rock Radio 97.8]] and he would respond positively if it's turned on in the car. He also wants it to play on his funeral.
*When Patrick gets on a motorbike, 9 out of his 10 helmets will be dark grey (Confirmed for PS3 and PC).
*When Patrick gets on a motorbike, 9 out of his 10 helmets will be dark grey (Confirmed for PS3 and PC).

Revision as of 06:22, 18 April 2010

Character
Patrick McReary
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Appearances [[Appearance::Grand Theft Auto IV
The Ballad of Gay Tony]]
Full Name Patrick McReary
Aliases Packie
Gender Gender::Male
Date of Birth [[Error: Invalid time.|1979 (age 29)]]
Place of Birth Dukes, Liberty City
Age Now
Nationality [[Irish-American|Irish-American]][[Nationality::Irish-American| ]]
Home Liberty City,Dukes
Family Maureen McReary (Mother)
Mr. McReary (Father)
Kate McReary (Sister)
Francis McReary (Brother)
Gerald McReary (Brother)
Derrick McReary (Brother)
Main Affiliations McReary Family
Pegorino Family
Torres Cartel
Niko Bellic
Vehicles Irish Oracle
Black Schafter
Red Comet
Green Vincent
Businesses Robbery
Voiced by Ryan Johnston
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Patrick "Packie" McReary (Irish: Pádraig Mac Ruairí) is a character in Grand Theft Auto IV. Packie is a member of the Irish Mob and the youngest brother of the McReary family. He acts as a boss, partner, and friend in the game. Once the player has Packie's friendship and respect percentages to a certain level, Niko may call Packie and request a car bomb. Packie will leave it in the player's general location, and once picked up it may be attached to any vehicle and remote detonated via cell phone.

Biography

Childhood and Personality

Packie was born to Maureen McReary (44), and the head of the Irish Mob. His siblings consisted of brothers Derrick (23), Francis (17) and Gerald (6), Kate being born in the following year. Born and raised in Dukes, he has never been outside Liberty City. Packie's father was a violently abusive alcoholic whom Packie blames for their Mob's fall from influence. He also tells Niko that his father almost molested him, until Gerry beat his father to a pulp. Packie also calls his father a 'pervert' and condemns his memory to "the seventh circle of Hell". He began a life of crime very early, and was arrested for stealing a car when he was 18. In 2000, when he was about 21, his father killed himself. Packie is aggressive and leads a criminal lifestyle, probably having chosen Gerry as a role model. He has an addictive personality (not quite as bad as Derrick, but a rising issue), as seen in his predilection for alcohol and cocaine. Compared to Niko, Packie is equally capable of violence and criminal activity, and feels less guilt. He does, however, still hold certain moral standards; If you kill too many hostages during the mission Three Leaf Clover, the mission will fail and Packie would say that he doesn't take this bloody money. Packie, on the surface, portrays himself as macho and wisecracking. But when drunk, he is shown time and time again to be suppressing deeply painful emotions. For example, he will question what being a man is all about, and contemplates suicide. He doesn't seem to seriously consider immediately and directly killing himself, but does glamourize the idea that he will die young of a drug overdose. He and Niko become good friends, and Packie feels that he can trust and confide in Niko.

GTA IV

By the time of GTA IV, Packie largely operates independently of the Irish Mob, committing stick-up robberies with his friends Michael St. Michael and Gordon Sargent, and working as a hired gun for the Pegorino Family.

Packie was introduced to Niko Bellic through cocaine dealer Elizabeta Torres. Packie and Niko quickly became friends after escaping from a botched cocaine deal together. Impressed, Packie called up Niko and introduced him to his family and his gang. They all participated in robbing other criminal gangs, and eventually did a bank robbery on the Bank of Liberty in Algonquin (where Michael was killed)

File:PatrickMcReary-Artwork.png
Artwork of Patrick

After the bank job, Packie continued working with and befriending Niko, particularly in the kidnapping of Gracie Ancelotti for Gerry. Unbeknownst to Packie, Niko murdered one of his brothers. Nonetheless, Niko's assistance in suppressing an attack on the funeral cemented their friendship. Packie trusted Niko enough to encourage him to date Kate, the youngest of the McReary clan (confident that Kate would not "put out", in any case).

After GTA IV

It is revealed in the credits for The Ballad of Gay Tony that Packie left Liberty City with a duffel bag (this bag is likely not the bag with bank heist's money, because this sum of money need to be officially declared at customs) on a west-bound flight to an unknown location. Theories of his destination include:

  • Ireland: The first assumption based on Packie's culturally-inclined personality. Although drunk at the time, he promises Niko "I'm going to Ireland Niko, I'm gonna fucking go."
  • San Andreas: Mostly supported by the fact that his plane was west-bound (although this could be the result of programmers not putting energy into changing the flight ticker), could even hint at the next Grand Theft Auto taking place in the area. (i.e. in the Lost & Damned credits, the last scene is the bank robbery in which Ballad of Gay Tony begins)
  • Australia: Packie tells Niko during one friend activity that Australia would be nice because it has nice beaches and hot chicks, although he is heading west and from Liberty City to Australia would be much faster going east then west. (?)

Mission appearances

GTA IV
The Ballad of Gay Tony

Murders committed

LCPD Database information

Surname: McReary

First Name: Patrick "Packie"

Age: 29

Place of Birth: Dukes, Liberty City

Affiliations: Linked to Irish American Criminals in Dukes and the Alderney based Pegorino Crime Syndicate.

Criminal Record:

  • 1997 - Grand Theft Auto
  • 1998 - Grand Larceny
  • 2000 - Hijacking
  • 2005 - Possession Controlled Substance: Cocaine

Notes:

  • Youngest brother and employee of Gerald McReary.
  • Suspected in a number of robberies and hijackings.
  • Arrested with several grams of cocaine in the presence of a known prostitute.
  • Believed to be working as muscle for the Alderney-based Pegorino Crime Syndicate.

Trivia

  • According to Gerry, Packie has a tattoo of his own name on one of his arms.
  • In an Easter egg, if you position the camera in such a way that you can see inside Packie's head, you will see a small cube with a picture of a brain on it (all views; top, bottom, front, rear, left, and right), which in fact is Packie´s balaclava texture from the bank robbery.
  • Following the Bank Robbery, Packie purchases a bright red Comet, which is revealed when Luis and Tony Prince are following him around in a Helicopter in the mission Ladie's Night in The Ballad Of Gay Tony.
  • Packie sings Danny Boy during one of the drinking dates with Niko.
  • In The Ballad Of Gay Tony mission Ladies Half Price, the player can go back and kill Niko Bellic and Packie [1], although he has extraordinary health and his death won't effect the timeline.
  • Packie's favourite radio station is Liberty Rock Radio 97.8 and he would respond positively if it's turned on in the car. He also wants it to play on his funeral.
  • When Patrick gets on a motorbike, 9 out of his 10 helmets will be dark grey (Confirmed for PS3 and PC).

External link

gta4onlineguide.com - contains details on how to raise Packie's like percentage