The Darkside Chronicles "Talking Evil" Blog - "The Leon of 1998"

[aris13]

Believe it or not but Leon in RE 4 was well received. It was RE 4 that made him a "star".

[Darkmoon]

Possibly. I'd argue not within the fan community, but you may well be right about the newer fans to the series. Although I like to think even those who prefer the newer and more action packed gameplay still don't like the terrible one liners.

[Archelon]

I'd argue not within the fan community

I hate to break it (out?) to you, but there are just as many longtime fans of the series who liked Leon in RE4 and Degeneration as there are longtime fans who didn't. A single internet forum is not an accurate gauge of the entire fanbase.

The detractors just tend to be more vocal about it, which is usually the case.

[Darkmoon]

From what I've seen it seems to be the majority, but I'll certainly and happily admit I don't visit that many websites. I assumed the half dozen or so I've looked at/lurked on/etc would be a fairly accurate guage for this sort of thing, but if folks like Leon, good for them. I, personally, find the RE2 and Degeneration versions the best (bar bouncing back from being shot/pimp slapped by a G-Mutant they're more believable to me) and intensely dislike Leon's attitude and actions in 4, partially because they make sure you never feel scared. If it's so bad you can make a sarcastic comment then I need be terrified.

I know RE4 Leon has his fans, and more power to them. I just happen to disagree, and I thought the majority of the old timers did too. Eh. No huge issue if not.

[Scope]

I don't mind a focus away from Claire, mostly cause I never bought the idea of an average college student being so proficient in weapons, and defense and survival strategies. Knowing how to shoot a gun is fine, but behaving and reacting like an actual member of STARS? She should be in the Air Force now following her brother's footsteps, not college.

[Stars1356]

I don't mind a focus away from Claire, mostly cause I never bought the idea of an average college student being so proficient in weapons, and defense and survival strategies. Knowing how to shoot a gun is fine, but behaving and reacting like an actual member of STARS? She should be in the Air Force now following her brother's footsteps, not college.

Lets not forget, all the characters are so young and seem to be season trained soliders. I do like that they are keeping the same VA and hope that is a trend for the series.

[Scope]

Yeah, all the ages are hard to swallow, but for some reason, its easier for me to accept a young 20-something as a trained elite going through zombie invasions than it is for me to accept a 20-something with minimal training doing the same.

A little background on Claire would be nice. Maybe she did plan to go into such a career and that's why she's so good at what she does. But who knows, because we never really learn about her motivations. After they're done "re-imagining Leon," they should do the same to Claire.

[L-e-W]

A little background on Claire would be nice. Maybe she did plan to go into such a career and that's why she's so good at what she does. But who knows, because we never really learn about her motivations. .

Huh? Claire's motivation seemed pretty clear if you ask me: Find Chris, and (after the Raccoon City incident) stop Umbrella. I -would- like to know how/why she joined Terra-Save though, and her connection to Rani's "Aunt". I'm betting we'll get some Claire-related, post C:V scenario to help do just that.

[Scope]

Those are her motivations for the immediate situations at the start of her games and I agree, they are simple. But that doesn't tell me how she can survive in a zombie apocalypse as well as spy agents, police officers and STARS members. Where is she coming from? Its just not known.

[YamiYumes]

Those are her motivations for the immediate situations at the start of her games and I agree, they are simple. But that doesn't tell me how she can survive in a zombie apocalypse as well as spy agents, police officers and STARS members. Where is she coming from? Its just not known.

I don't know if this was ever mentioned in canon, but I was always under the assumption that Chris taught her a few survival tips and such from his experience in the military.

Then again, this does not explain how she reacts like a seasoned professional, but HEY. Just throwing that out there

[L-e-W]

You've got me there. I'd LIKE for them to explain those, but at the same time I think it's simply a case of "suspension of disbelief". I think will find out eventually, though. Perhaps one of the blogs will address that aspect of her character.

[Scope]

I hope so. I'd love to like Claire, she looks like a cool character. Heh, most sensible wardrobe of the female RE cast.

[Mr_Zombie]

Even though those RE5 commercials aren't canon, I like how they showed Chris and Claire on a shooting range practising together.