The Wild Evolution of Leon's Luscious Locks Leaves Resident Evil Fans in Stitches
Resident Evil fans spot amusing plot inconsistency in Leon's hair, stirring discussions about this iconic character's backstory and raising questions among observant players
A Resident Evil community member has drawn attention to an inconsistency in the background story of Leon S. Kennedy as told in Resident Evil 4. The concern arises from a plot hole discovered in the Resident Evil timeline during Leon's military training.
Leon S. Kennedy, a character in the Resident Evil series, played a significant role in eliminating the G-Virus and various abnormal mutagens. He faced numerous challenges in both Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 4 and was involved in crucial events in Resident Evil 6, alongside fellow heroes Chris Redfield and Ada Wong. With his noteworthy military background, this iconic Resident Evil character has an impressive repertoire.
Some observant Resident Evil fans have questioned this, though. A Reddit user named Philkindred12 pointed out that Leon was exempt from a prominent military requirement – shaving one's hair – which is typically mandatory for new cadets. Military boot camps often have this tradition to promote cleanliness among trainees and prevent the spread of lice. However, Mr. Kennedy is allowed to maintain his signature hairstyle, even during military training.
This plot hole in the backstory of one of Resident Evil's most iconic characters has resulted in humorous remarks from other Reddit users. Some theories suggest that Leon was allowed to keep his hair to ensure his silence about the events unfolding in Raccoon City during Resident Evil 2. Others entertain the idea of a conspiracy where Leon somehow influenced the government to grant him special permission to keep his hair.
Leon's signature hairstyle and iconic look remain unchanged throughout the Resident Evil series, including his appearance in the Resident Evil 4 Remake. Despite any alterations made to his character, Leon S. Kennedy never misses an opportunity to maintain a stylish appearance as he battles hordes of undead and monstrous viruses. In a world where survival is paramount, individuals like Leon manage to be both fashionable and resilient.
Resident Evil 4 is currently available on PC, PS4, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
