Albert Wesker

General information

Full name: Albert Wesker Age: At the time of his death, Wesker was around 48 years old. He was born in 1960 and died in 2009. Height: 1.90 meters (6'3") Weight: Approximately 90 kg (198 lbs) Eye Color: Originally blue, but turns red after being injected with the experimental virus. Hair color: Blonde, combed back. Nationality: American Wesker's Background Affiliations: Umbrella Corporation (former scientist and leader of several biological projects). STARS (former captain of Alpha team). Tricell (in alliance during the events of Resident Evil 5). He later leads his own bioweapons projects with the goal of "resetting" the world until his confrontation with Chris Redfield and Sheva Alomar.

Birth of Albert Wesker

Birth and Early Projects. Albert Wesker was born in 1960 as part of an experiment called the "Wesker Project", designed by Oswell E. Spencer, one of the founders of the Umbrella Corporation. The goal of the project was to create outstanding individuals who were physically and mentally superior, using genetic manipulation and other advanced methods. Wesker was one of many children selected for this project, but only he and a few others survived the strict testing and manipulations. From an early age, Albert displayed prodigious intellect and exceptional abilities. He was indoctrinated by Spencer and Umbrella to believe in a eugenic philosophy: that only the strongest and most genetically advanced should survive. This created in Wesker an elitist and dehumanizing worldview.

Umbrella Corporation y S.T.A.R.S.

In the 1990s, as a young adult, Wesker became a key scientist for the Umbrella Corporation, working on secret bioweapons projects, including the development of the T-Virus. Thanks to his intellect and tactical skills, he quickly rose through the ranks within the company. However, Wesker was not just a scientist; he also became the leader of Alpha Team of the special forces group known as STARS (Special Tactics and Rescue Service) in Raccoon City. Wesker used this position to facilitate Umbrella's illegal experiments on the outskirts of Raccoon City, particularly at Spencer Mansion, where biological weapons testing (BOWs) were being developed.

Events of Resident Evil 1 (1998)

In July 1998, Wesker leads the members of S.T.A.R.S. on a mission to the Spencer Mansion, located outside of Raccoon City, following a series of attacks by biological creatures in the area. In reality, Wesker knew that the mansion was the site of a secret Umbrella laboratory where experiments with the T-Virus were being conducted, and his plan was to use the S.T.A.R.S. team as guinea pigs to gain combat data on the biological weapons created there, including B.O.W.s (such as the Tyrant). At this point, Wesker betrays STARS to fulfill his own and Umbrella's goals, but his plan fails when the team manages to survive and escape the mansion. Wesker reveals his true allegiance. He uses the STARS team to gather combat data on the creatures developed at the Spencer Mansion. However, his plan is thwarted when Chris Redfield, Jill Valentine, and other members of the team survive the chaos at the mansion. In an attempt to get rid of them all, Wesker releases the prototype Tyrant, but his plan fails when the creature attacks him, seemingly killing him. However, Wesker had secretly injected his body with an experimental virus developed by Umbrella, allowing him to survive the attack and gain superhuman abilities, such as speed, strength, and regenerative abilities. After faking his death, Wesker escapes, ready to carry out his own plans. After faking his death at Spencer Mansion, Wesker cuts ties with Umbrella and decides to pursue his own interests, betraying his former company. He becomes a freelance agent, stealing Umbrella data and bioweapons samples to sell on the black market, amassing power and influence. During this time, he becomes one of the main antagonists of the saga, interfering in the operations of several heroes of the series, while working on the creation of new bioweapons and manipulating the remnants of Umbrella.

Events of Resident Evil Code: Veronica (2000)

(1998), Albert Wesker reappears as the leader of a group of mercenaries that attacks Rockfort Island, an Umbrella facility run by Alfred Ashford. Wesker's goal is to obtain the T-Veronica virus, developed by Alexia Ashford, an advanced variant of the T-Virus that grants superhuman abilities. Alexia, after being infected with the virus, had been put into suspended animation in an Umbrella Antarctic base to stabilize it. During the attack on the island, Wesker unleashes biological creatures, unleashing chaos. In his search, he encounters Chris Redfield, who has arrived to rescue his sister Claire. Wesker, now with superhuman abilities thanks to an experimental virus he injected himself with after the events of Resident Evil 1, shows his contempt for Chris and reveals his intention to capture Alexia. Following the events at Rockfort, Wesker follows Chris and Claire to the Antarctic base, where Alexia awakens fully fused with T-Veronica, gaining immense power. Wesker attempts to capture her, but realizes he cannot defeat her in direct combat due to his absolute control of the virus. Seeing the danger she poses, he decides to retreat and lets Chris face Alexia, who eventually defeats her. Before leaving, Wesker and Chris have a final showdown at the Antarctic base, but Wesker walks away, promising that they will face each other again in the future. Although he fails to obtain the T-Veronica Virus, Wesker survives and continues his plans for bioterrorism, making it clear that his ambition is not over.

S.T.A.R.S

STARS was a special forces team founded by Raccoon City Police Chief Brian Irons under the influence of the Umbrella Corporation. The idea was for the team to serve as an elite unit to handle extreme situations in Raccoon City, such as violent crime, terrorism, or biological disasters. However, Umbrella had hidden interests in supporting the creation of STARS: they wanted a unit that could be manipulated for their own purposes. Albert Wesker, already a loyal scientist and agent of the Umbrella Corporation, was assigned to infiltrate STARS as its leader. For Umbrella, Wesker was the key to gaining control over the special forces team and being able to use them to cover up the corporation's illegal experiments, as well as to gather field data on its biological weapons (BOWs). In short, his role in STARS was to manipulate and use the team for Umbrella's purposes from within. Wesker, due to his notable background and experience in combat and military tactics, earned the position of captain of STARS' Alpha Team. This was one of the unit's two main teams, the other being Bravo Team. Alpha Team was comprised of elite members, including Chris Redfield, Jill Valentine, and Barry Burton. Wesker, as their leader, had the team's trust and was able to operate without raising suspicion. During his time at STARS, Wesker maintained a facade of a competent and respected leader, hiding his true intentions. Ostensibly, he was working to protect Raccoon City from threats, but in reality he was collecting field data and ensuring that Umbrella maintained control over any incidents involving their bioweapons.

Events of Resident Evil 4 (2004)

2004, Wesker pulls the strings of a few key events. His main objective is to obtain a sample of the Las Plagas parasite, a new bioweapon that the game's antagonists, the cultists led by Osmund Saddler, use to control their followers. Here Wesker operates primarily through Ada Wong, an undercover agent working for him. Wesker orders her to infiltrate Saddler's operation and obtain a sample of Las Plagas so that he can study it and use it as part of his growing arsenal of bioweapons. Ada, while seemingly loyal to Wesker, follows her own interests, which creates some tension in their relationship. Another relevant subject working with Wesker in Spain is Jack Krauser, a former American soldier who is also seeking to obtain Las Plagas. Krauser, who has allied himself with Saddler, works undercover for Wesker and is tasked with stealing a sample of the parasite for him. Wesker's interest in Las Plagas is simple: as a parasite that grants control over people's minds, it could be a powerful tool to expand his influence and bioterrorism experiments. His plan was to use it as part of his arsenal for future projects, in line with his desire to consolidate power and move towards his goal of "resetting" the world with a superior race.

Events of Resident Evil 5 (2009)

After years of manipulating events from the shadows and experimenting with biological weapons, Wesker allies himself with the Tricell corporation, using their resources to develop the Uroboros virus, an extremely lethal bioweapon that seeks to "purify" humanity. Their goal is to trigger a global pandemic, infecting the population with the Uroboros, where only the strongest will survive, allowing Wesker to create a new world order with a "master race." Alliance with Excella and Tricell: Wesker partners with Tricell executive Excella Gionne and uses the corporation's resources to fund and expand his research into the Uroboros virus. Together, they plan to launch the virus from missiles loaded onto airplanes, infecting large masses of the population. Wesker considers himself the future "god" of this new world, where only the fit will survive. Here Wesker knows that he is being hunted by Chris Redfield, the former and annoying member of the S.T.A.R.S. and a local agent named Sheva Alomar, Wesker will use Jill Valentine whom he captured in their confrontation at the Spencer mansion, leaving Chris at that moment without his partner. In the final phase, Chris and Sheva confront Wesker in his underground base, where Wesker is preparing to launch missiles loaded with Uroboros. During their confrontation, it is revealed that Wesker has been maintaining his superhuman strength thanks to periodic injections of a drug called PG67A / W, which stabilizes his power. Chris and Sheva manage to weaken him by injecting him with an overdose of the drug, causing him to lose control of his abilities. In a desperate attempt to accomplish his plan, Wesker injects himself with Uroboros, which transforms him into a monstrous creature. The final battle takes place in a volcano, where a now out-of-control Wesker attempts to eliminate Chris and Sheva. After a bitter fight, Wesker is pushed into the lava. In his last attempt to kill Chris and Sheva, he is finally destroyed when they both shoot him from a helicopter as he sinks into the lava, ending his life and his plans for global domination.

Chris Redfield: A Pesky Pawn

For Wesker, Chris Redfield was always an unexpected obstacle. Since his time in STARS, Chris proved to be more resilient and tenacious than Wesker had anticipated. Over the years, Chris repeatedly meddled in his plans, challenging him at every opportunity. From the Spencer Mansion to Rockfort Island to the Antarctic base, Wesker always saw in Chris a pawn who, despite not possessing the superior skills he so valued, was persistent and annoying. Wesker, with his superior intellect and superhuman abilities, always considered Chris to be out of his league. However, despite his constant efforts to eliminate him, Chris always managed to survive. To Wesker, this was nothing more than a minor irritation, but over time, that same "pawn" became one of his greatest adversaries. His survival only intensified Wesker's contempt for him, seeing him as a display of common humanity's pathetic resistance to his genetic superiority. Until the events of 2009.

Jill Valentine: A Useful Tool

Jill Valentine, on the other hand, represented something more strategic to Wesker. She was a valuable resource that he could exploit, not only because of her loyalty to Chris, but because of her own skill. During their confrontation at the Spencer Mansion, Jill became an "unexpected gift" when she attempted to sacrifice her life to save Chris, throwing herself and Wesker off a cliff. However, neither Jill nor Wesker died at that moment; Jill was severely injured and cryogenically frozen by Wesker. Instead of eliminating her, Wesker decided to capture her. He knew that Jill could be useful to him, not only as a pawn in his own plan, but also as a tool to emotionally manipulate Chris. Under his control, Jill was modified with a device that allowed her to obey his orders without resistance. For years, Jill was used as his undercover agent, fulfilling his objectives without her being aware of it. For Wesker, controlling Jill was not only a tactical triumph, but a way to demonstrate his power over the former members of STARS. Every time Chris saw his partner under Wesker's control, it was a reminder of how superior he was, both physically and mentally, so Wesker managed to control Jill with a device on her chest and forced her to fight his former partner Chris Redfield during the events of 2009.

Wesker's Personality, Part 1

Neither Jill nor Wesker died in that fall into the abyss. Critically injured and unconscious, Jill survived thanks to the help of Wesker who, after subjecting her to the appropriate medical treatment, cryogenically frozen her. His plan was to use her as his first guinea pig once the Uroboros project was completed. Wesker is not just a physical villain; he is a master of manipulation and strategy. His mind is always several steps ahead of his enemies, allowing him to hatch intricate plans and remain hidden in the shadows until the right moment. He enjoys manipulating people to serve his ends, often without their knowledge. Everything he does is carefully calculated to maximize his own power and control. Wesker views humanity as a whole as a failure. To him, most people are weak, unworthy of surviving in the new world he plans to create. He holds a deep disdain for anything he deems mediocre, and has no problem destroying innocent lives if it serves his purposes. This eugenic outlook causes him to view people not as individuals, but as resources to be used or disposed of as needed. Wesker's arrogance knows no bounds. Due to his physical and intellectual superiority, he constantly belittles his enemies, underestimating them until it is too late. This arrogance leads him to believe that he is invincible, which blinds him to his own weaknesses. Wesker is always certain of his victory and scoffs at anyone who tries to challenge him, deeming them unworthy of his attention. Not only does he enjoy inflicting suffering, but he sees it as a necessary tool to achieve his ends. He has no qualms about experimenting on humans, manipulating former comrades, or using extreme violence if necessary. In his mind, the end always justifies the means, and if that means causing mass suffering, he will do so without hesitation.

Wesker's Personality, Part 2

Wesker is incredibly manipulative. He constantly manipulates those around him, whether it be by gaining their trust, controlling their minds, or toying with their emotions. To him, people are nothing more than tools he can use to achieve his own goals. Whether it be with Jill Valentine under his control or using agents like Ada Wong and Krauser, Wesker never hesitates to use others to do his dirty work. Wesker rarely displays human emotions, such as empathy or remorse. To him, these are weaknesses that would make him vulnerable. He maintains an unflappable calm even in the most tense of situations, as he is fully confident in his superiority. Although he can sometimes show anger when challenged or frustrated, he quickly regains his composure. His emotions, when he does show them, are just another tool he uses to intimidate or manipulate others. Wesker, in his delusion, sees himself as a visionary, someone who is carrying out an act of justice by purging the world of the weak. His mission to reboot humanity through chaos is not just a whim; in his mind, it is a necessary action to correct the inherent flaws of the human race. This makes him a villain who believes he is doing the right thing, even if his methods are cruel and ruthless. For Wesker, everything revolves around control. He does not just wish to control others, but seeks total dominion over the fate of humanity. His experiments, his manipulations, and his constant quest for power are not simple acts of evil, but part of his obsession with having total control over everything. The fact that someone resists him, such as Chris Redfield, angers him deeply because it calls into question his ability to control.

Oswell Spencer

Spencer is one of the three founders of the Umbrella Corporation and was the creator of the Wesker Project, of which Albert was one of the most successful subjects. Wesker admired Spencer's vision of the evolution of humanity through eugenics, but over time, his ambition grew beyond what Spencer had taught him. Wesker eventually betrays Spencer, murdering him in his mansion when he discovers that his own ambitions have surpassed those of his mentor.

William Birkin

William Birkin was one of Umbrella's top scientists and a close friend of Wesker. The two worked together on many projects, such as the development of the T-Virus. However, while Birkin focused on his research (creating the G-Virus), Wesker pursued his own interests, culminating in his betrayal of Umbrella. Although their paths diverged, they both shared a similar vision on biological evolution and the creation of biological weapons.

Chris Redfield

Wesker and Chris had a professional relationship when Wesker was the captain of STARS. However, following Wesker's betrayal, Chris becomes his main adversary. Chris survives multiple confrontations with Wesker, who sees him as an insignificant pawn, but who always manages to get in the way of his plans. Their rivalry reaches its climax in Resident Evil 5, where Chris is the one who finally ends Wesker's life. Over the years, Wesker develops a deep contempt for Chris, considering him a nuisance that he repeatedly underestimates.

Jill Valentine

Jill, a former member of STARS, is another character that Wesker has used and manipulated. After the events at the Spencer Mansion, where Jill attempts to sacrifice herself to save Chris, she is captured by Wesker and used as a tool of control. Under Wesker's dominance, Jill is manipulated into fighting Chris, though she is eventually freed from his control. To Wesker, Jill was nothing more than another resource, a useful instrument for his plans.

There's Wong

Ada Wong, a freelance spy, works for Wesker in the year 2004, where she is sent to retrieve a sample of the Las Plagas parasite. However, Ada is known for her shifting loyalties and self-interest. Although she does Wesker's bidding on the surface, she ultimately betrays him by sending him a fake sample of Las Plagas. Wesker was always wary of Ada, knowing that she was not completely loyal, but he used her because she was effective.

Excella Gionne

Excella Gionne was the executive of Tricell, the company that funds and supports Wesker's projects in Resident Evil 5. Excella is fascinated by Wesker, viewing him as a visionary and practically godlike leader, and helps him develop the Uroboros virus. However, to Wesker, Excella is nothing more than a means to his goals, and he uses her to fund his research. He eventually betrays her, infecting her with Uroboros, turning her into a monster that is eventually defeated by Chris and Sheva.

Jack Krauser

Krauser is a former soldier who joins Wesker in 2004, working to obtain a sample of the Las Plagas parasite. Although effective in combat, Wesker views Krauser as simply another tool, valuing him for his usefulness rather than his loyalty. Krauser, who also has ambitions of his own, is used by Wesker to do his dirty work, but is eventually defeated by Leon S. Kennedy.

Alexia Ashford

Code: Veronica, Wesker attempts to capture Alexia Ashford in order to obtain the T-Veronica virus, but is confronted by her in her transformed form. Although Wesker has superhuman abilities, he discovers that Alexia, with control of the virus, is far more powerful than he had anticipated. This interaction is one of the few moments where Wesker is confronted by someone who actually poses a threat to him, forcing him to stand down and let Chris and Claire deal with Alexia.

Rebecca Chambers

Although Rebecca was never a direct target of Wesker, she was part of the STARS team under his command. Rebecca survives the events at the Spencer Mansion and, although her role in Wesker's life is minor, she represents another member of STARS who escaped his betrayal.

Barry Burton

Barry, a member of STARS' Alpha Team, was manipulated by Wesker during the events of 1998, Wesker uses Barry, by threatening his family, to help him execute his plan at the Spencer Mansion. However, Barry eventually turns against Wesker, helping Chris and Jill survive.

Wesker Project

Albert Wesker was not the only child involved in Project Wesker. He was one of several children who were selected, genetically modified, and raised by Umbrella. These children were dispersed around the world under the surname "Wesker," part of an effort to create superior individuals to be the future leaders of humanity. Alex Wesker was one of the few "sisters" of Wesker to survive. Unlike Albert, Alex focused on her own research and eventually became an antagonist in Resident Evil: Revelations 2. She was also selected as part of Spencer's project, and, like Albert, had her own approach to how humanity should evolve. They were not close in relationship, but shared the same ancestry in terms of Spencer's genetic project.

Wesker's appearance

Wesker stands 6'3" (1.90 m) tall with an athletic and muscular physique, but not excessively bulky. His build is streamlined, allowing him to move with agility and speed. His body is in optimal physical condition, reflecting both his military training and the effects of the experimental virus that grants him superhuman strength and speed. His face is angular and defined, with a strong jaw that reinforces his intimidating appearance. Wesker always has a cold and calculating expression, rarely showing human emotions such as empathy or remorse. His skin is pale, reinforcing his image of someone disconnected from the human. His eyes are perhaps his most striking feature. He originally had blue eyes, but due to genetic alterations and the virus, his eyes turn reddish-yellow, with sharp pupils reminiscent of a reptile's. These eyes glow with an eerie light when he uses his powers, highlighting his inhumanity. Wesker wears his light blonde hair perfectly combed back, reinforcing his neat and controlled image. His hairstyle does not change or become disordered, even in the midst of intense situations, underlining his unflappable coolness. Wesker dresses primarily in black, with a tactical-style outfit that combines a long, tight-fitting faux leather coat with metallic detailing. The long black coat gives him an imposing presence and reflects his personality of someone in control of every situation. His clothing is functional, designed for easy movement in combat, but also reflects his status as a leader. He always wears black gloves, reinforcing the idea that he does not want direct contact with others, reinforcing his isolation and control. Wesker's posture is always upright and confident, radiating authority and power. He moves with calculated precision, rarely making unnecessary movements. Even in combat, he remains calm and confident, creating a constant feeling of superiority. Due to genetic alterations, Wesker has superhuman agility. In combat, he moves at such extreme speed that he appears to teleport, making his enemies barely able to keep up with him. These quick, precise movements are an extension of his cold, controlling personality.

Wesker's Skills

Superhuman Strength: The experimental virus that Wesker injected himself with grants him immense physical strength. Although he maintains a streamlined appearance, he is capable of feats of strength such as throwing people, breaking metal objects, or even knocking down massive enemies with ease. His musculature is not exaggerated, but his strength is far greater than his physical appearance would suggest. Wesker is extremely fast. He can move at such speeds that he seems to disappear and reappear at different points in combat, making him nearly impossible to predict. This speed allows him to dodge bullets, perform surprise attacks, and overwhelm his opponents before they have time to react. This power is reflected in his eyes, which glow brightly when he uses his speed at its maximum. His reflexes are much faster than those of a normal human. Wesker can anticipate and react to his enemies' movements almost instantly. In hand-to-hand combat, this makes him an extremely dangerous opponent, as he can disarm or incapacitate his opponents before they can react. Wesker is also highly resistant to damage. He can withstand severe injuries and recover much faster than a normal person. Although he is not completely immortal, his ability to regenerate quickly makes him very difficult to kill. This, combined with his ability to dodge attacks, makes him a true fighting machine.

Wesker's way of expressing himself

Wesker has a cold, calm, and clearly superior tone of voice. His tone rarely changes, even in moments of tension. We could detail how he expresses himself, the type of language he uses (always formal, sarcastic, and disdainful). For Wesker, everyone is a pawn or potential ally as long as they meet his very high standards of superiority.