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The Merchant

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  • The Merchant
    The Merchant
    Character
    Debut: Resident Evil 4
    Voice (E): Paul Mercier
    Voice (J): Paul Mercier
    Biography
    Age: -
    Birthplace: The Village, Spain
    Birthday: -
    Blood: -
    Height: 5'11"
    Weight: 192lbs
    Occupation: Arms Merchant
    Family: -
    Appearances
    Games: Resident Evil 4
    Films: -
    Novels: -
    The Merchant was a Ganado that assisted Leon S. Kennedy throughout his journey during Resident Evil 4, buying and selling merchandise such as weapons, medicines, ammunition and other valuables. He wore a large weathered hooded coat with boots, a purple coloured scarf around his face and an enormous backpack loaded with his wares. He had a main base of operations in a cave only accessible by water, and he became easy to spot for Leon as he always deployed blue flamed torches to signify his appearance.

    He spoke English in an Australian accent which was quite bizarre considering his origins - although it could be that he was at least brought up in an English-speaking country. He was clearly a skilled salesperson who knew certain tricks of the trade. What was also clear was that he was Plaga-infected - his eyes glowed in a similar fashion to the other Ganado but contrary to the rest of them, he seemed to have no ill-intent towards Leon and appeared in many different locations throughout his journey. All he was interested in was the buying and selling of his merchandise, as well as upgrades for weapons and other equipment Leon used such as his Attache Case. He also seemed to be able to travel to different places rapidly - something quite unexplainable.

    It's unknown how the Merchant got his weapons which included things such as rocket launchers, assault rifles - any weapon in the game can be purchased if the correct requirements are met.

    In-Game


    The Merchant can also be killed like any other Ganado - this makes him inaccessible for a while in that particular location (on Professional difficulty he will stay dead). There is no reason or benefit in shooting him down, as you cannot access any of his products without him.

    Also, The Merchant orchestrated a handful of extra activities in the game such as two shooting ranges found later in the game and the 15 Blue Medallions placed around the early parts of the game. Both activities result in on-the-spot prizes for Leon if they are completed.


    In the Resident Evil 4 Remake, The Merchant once again appears as Leon's mysterious ally. He cannot be killed in the Remake, and he assigns far more side activites for Leon to complete.
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