Ep 1. The Takeover Begins

The Takeover Begins is the first episode of the fourth season of Black Ink Crew: Chicago. The show follows the lives of tattoo artists and employees at 9MAG, a tattoo shop based in Chicago.

In this episode, the crew is still dealing with the aftermath of the previous season's drama. Ryan, the former owner of 9MAG, has left and started his own shop. The remaining members of 9MAG are left to pick up the pieces and figure out how to move forward without him.

Charmaine, who is a manager at the shop, takes on more responsibilities in Ryan's absence. She decides to take the shop in a new direction by expanding 9MAG and bringing in new artists. Charmaine's leadership is not without its challenges, as some of the artists are resistant to change and are skeptical of the new direction.

Van, one of the main artists at 9MAG, is still dealing with his personal struggles. He recently reunited with his daughter after years of being estranged, and he is trying to balance his responsibilities as a father with his work at the shop. Van's journey is an emotional one, as he faces the consequences of his past decisions and tries to make things right with his family.

Lily, another artist at the shop, is dealing with her own issues. She has decided to take a step back from dating and focus on her career. Lily is one of the most talented artists at 9MAG, but her hot temper often gets her into trouble. She is working on managing her emotions and channeling them into her art.

The Takeover Begins sets the stage for an exciting season of Black Ink Crew: Chicago. The dynamics at 9MAG have shifted, and the crew must navigate the challenges of running a tattoo shop while dealing with their personal lives. As always, there are sure to be plenty of laughs, tears, and drama along the way.