Leon S. Kennedy Character Guide
Leon S. Kennedy is a DSO agent and co-protagonist of Resident Evil Requiem. His third-person action campaign makes up roughly half the game, and his fate depends on the final Elpis choice.
| Full Name | Leon S. Kennedy |
| Aliases | Leon Kennedy, Leon |
| Role | Co-protagonist |
| Status | Alive (true ending) / Dies (alternate ending) |
| Location | Rhodes Hill & Raccoon City |
| Affiliation | Division of Security Operations (DSO) |
| First Appearance | Wrenwood Hotel / Rhodes Hill |
Leon S. Kennedy returns as a playable co-protagonist of Resident Evil Requiem. A veteran DSO agent (with Sherry Birkin as his handler), he investigates the Rhodes Hill outbreak and crosses paths with Grace and Emily — his third-person action campaign makes up roughly half of the game.
Background
Leon’s sections are the action half of the game: combat, boss battles, and firepower, in contrast to Grace’s first-person stealth. He hands Grace the Requiem magnum revolver during the Care Center story sequence.
Key Traits
- Playstyle: Third-person action combat, heavy weapons, boss fights
- Signature Weapons: MSBG 500 shotgun, Requiem magnum
- Strengths: Combat experience, durability, heavy weapon proficiency
Story Role
Leon confronts several of the game’s major bosses, including Chunk, Blister Borne, and the Titan Spinner. His fate hinges on the final Elpis choice: cured in the true ending, killed by Zeno in the alternate. See the endings guide.
Notable Equipment
- MSBG 500: Pump-action shotgun found in the Care Center Attic
- Requiem: 12.7x55mm magnum revolver he hands to Grace
- Handgun: Standard sidearm for weaker enemies
Visual Guide
Leon, a veteran DSO agent, investigates the Care Center outbreak and partners with Grace.
During the Care Center story sequence, Leon gives Grace his Requiem magnum revolver.
Leon fights Chunk, Blister Borne, the Titan Spinner, and the mutated Victor Gideon in action-heavy sections.
In the true ending Leon is cured of his T-virus strain by Elpis; in the alternate ending he dies at Zeno's hands.
Leon's fate is an outcome of the final Elpis choice — cured in the true ending, dead in the alternate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Leon Kennedy in Resident Evil Requiem?
Yes — Leon S. Kennedy is a playable co-protagonist, sharing roughly half the game with Grace. His segments are third-person action.
What is Leon's role in Resident Evil Requiem?
Leon is a veteran DSO agent who brings combat expertise to the investigation. His sections focus on third-person action, boss fights, and heavy weapons.
Which bosses does Leon fight?
Leon confronts Chunk, Blister Borne, the Titan Spinner, and the final mutated Victor Gideon, among others.
Does Leon die in Resident Evil Requiem?
Only in the alternate ending — if Elpis is destroyed, Leon dies at Zeno's hands. In the true ending he is cured of his T-virus strain.
About This Character Guide
This Leon S. Kennedy 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.
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Emily
Emily is a blind girl Grace finds in the Rhodes Hill isolation ward in Resident Evil Requiem — a clone created by The Connections whose Braille reading is key to the Star Quartz puzzle.
Grace Ashcroft
Grace Ashcroft is the main protagonist of Resident Evil Requiem — an FBI intelligence analyst and daughter of Outbreak survivor Alyssa Ashcroft who investigates the Rhodes Hill Care Center.