- Gender
- Male
Raiden
雷電
Raiden, real name Jack, is one of the four main protagonists of the Metal Gear series, appearing as the main protagonist of Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty, a major supporting character in Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots, and the main protagonist of Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance. He is a Liberian-American special forces soldier responsible for resolving the 2009 Big Shell Incident as a new recruit to the reformed FOXHOUND unit. A former child soldier under Solidus Snake, Raiden had been selected by the Patriots to test the S3 Plan at the Big Shell.
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He later worked alongside the Paradise Lost Army in their anti-Patriot activities, but was captured and forced to undergo heavy cybernetic experimentation. After successfully escaping, Raiden went on to assist Solid Snake during Liquid Ocelot's Insurrection.Appearances
Frequently asked questions
What is Raiden's name in other languages?
Raiden is also known as 雷電, Jack (ジャック), Jack the Ripper, Mr. Lightning Bolt, White Devil.
What is Raiden's gender?
Raiden is male.