Grace Ashcroft Character Guide
Grace Ashcroft is the main protagonist of Resident Evil Requiem. She awakens in the Rhodes Hill Care Center with no memory and uncovers her connection to the outbreak.
| Full Name | Grace Ashcroft |
| Role | Protagonist |
| Status | Alive |
| Location | Rhodes Hill Care Center |
| Affiliation | Independent |
| First Appearance | Chapter 1 - Rhodes Hill Care Center |
Grace Ashcroft is the primary protagonist of Resident Evil Requiem. She awakens inside the Rhodes Hill Care Center with no memory of how she arrived, and must navigate the facility’s horrors while uncovering her connection to the outbreak.
Background
Grace is resourceful and stealth-focused, often avoiding direct confrontation. She relies on light-based mechanics and environmental puzzles to survive, in contrast to Leon’s more action-oriented segments. Her journey is as much about discovering her own identity as it is about escaping the facility.
Key Traits
- Playstyle: Stealth, light manipulation, puzzle-solving
- Signature Enemy: The Shadow Ghost (The Girl)
- Weapon Affinity: Handguns, especially the S&S M232
- Strengths: Quiet movement, environmental awareness, puzzle intuition
- Weaknesses: Limited direct combat ability, reliance on light sources
Story Role
Grace serves as the player’s introduction to the world of Resident Evil Requiem. Through her eyes, we experience the first outbreaks, meet Emily, and learn about the mysterious Elena / Elpis. Her choices about whether to protect Emily and how to handle Elpis directly influence the game’s ending.
Notable Equipment
- B934: Starting handgun
- S&S M232: Preferred handgun for most of the campaign
- Requiem: High-damage rifle obtained in the mid-game
- Flashlight: Essential tool for the Shadow Ghost encounters
Visual Guide
Grace wakes up in the care center with no memory of how she arrived.
Grace encounters Emily in the church and becomes her protector.
Leon arrives to investigate the outbreak and partners with Grace.
Grace learns her connection to Elena and the Elpis experiments.
Grace decides whether to save Emily and how to handle Elpis.
Grace's choices about Emily and Elpis determine which of the game's endings is unlocked. Saving Emily and destroying Elpis leads to the best outcome.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Grace Ashcroft in Resident Evil Requiem?
Grace Ashcroft is the main protagonist of Resident Evil Requiem. She awakens in the Rhodes Hill Care Center with no memory and must uncover her connection to the outbreak while protecting Emily.
Is Grace Ashcroft playable in Resident Evil Requiem?
Yes, Grace is the primary playable character. Her gameplay focuses on stealth, light manipulation, and environmental puzzles.
What is the relationship between Grace and Elena?
Elena, also known as Elpis, has a mysterious connection to Grace's past and the origin of the Rhodes Hill outbreak. This connection is revealed in the final act.
What is Grace's best weapon?
Grace's best weapon is the S&S M232 handgun, which offers superior power and precision compared to her starting B934.
About This Character Guide
This Grace Ashcroft character guide is part of the Requiem Guide character database. We document character roles, relationships, story arcs, and ending connections to help players and lore fans understand the people of Resident Evil Requiem.
For the full story, visit the Story Guide and Ending Explained pages. For gameplay help, check the Boss Guides and Weapons Database.
Related Characters
Elena / Elpis
Elena, also known as Elpis, is the mysterious catalyst behind the Rhodes Hill outbreak in Resident Evil Requiem. The player's choice about her determines the final outcome.
Emily
Emily is a young survivor in Resident Evil Requiem. Her bond with Grace and her fate are central to the story and determine which ending the player sees.
Leon S. Kennedy
Leon S. Kennedy is a veteran government agent and playable character in Resident Evil Requiem. He arrives at Rhodes Hill to investigate the outbreak and fights alongside Grace.