Resident Evil Characters Who Would Love Christmas

Key Takeaways

Sherry Birkin would enjoy the Christmas spirit & values family time with the Birkins.
Barry Burton is a walking dad joke who cherishes magical Christmases with his family.
Jill Valentine would prefer cat cuddles over romance and prepares for Christmas early with gifts.

As a seasoned survivor of the apocalypse and a veteran of the Umbrella Corporation, I can say that these characters from Resident Evil have certainly learned to appreciate the little things in life, like spending quality time with family during the holidays.

Despite the looming threat of bioterrorism that could potentially end the world, it’s still a magical season worth celebrating, even for characters like those in Resident Evil. It may seem unlikely to picture the residents of Raccoon City enjoying hot cocoa and Christmas movie nights amidst Umbrella’s monsters lurking outside their doors, but if they could find a moment’s respite, they certainly would – some of them at least. In fact, a touch of holiday cheer might serve as a welcome distraction from the ongoing T-Virus pandemic for everyone involved.

Without a doubt, there are a few Grinches within the Resident Evil cast (particularly Wesker), but on the positive side, it’s clear that certain characters cherish Christmas and everything it symbolizes, such as singing carols, gift-wrapping, and cozying up in comfortable pajamas. Here are a few Resident Evil characters who might appreciate Christmas based on their actions and traits, as hinted by the players.

1 Sherry Birkin

Likely Celebrated Many Christmases With William and Annette

Since the encounter with Claire Redfield in Resident Evil 2, it was evident that Sherry Birkin would blossom into a delightful soul. Players reconnect with her in Resident Evil 6 at the age of 26, serving as an agent for the DSO, an agency under the US government’s supervision. Given her nature to find goodness in all, it’s reasonable to guess that Christmas is her most cherished season.

Growing up, she held a special affection for William and Annette, who may not have been the best parents, but their home during holidays was always filled with joy due to their busy careers as virologists. If Sherry and Jake become a couple in future Resident Evil series, it’s likely that Jake would be touched by Sherry’s warm holiday spirit as well.

2 Barry Burton

Values Family Time And Fits The Dad Stereotype

Barry Burton embodies the essence of a classic dad joke, perfectly fitting the image of a traditional father figure who spends Christmas morning gathering discarded wrapping paper in trash bags. Above all, he is deeply devoted to his family, cherishing his wife and daughters, Polly and Moira, more than any other treasure.

The Burton family enjoyed their Christmas celebrations just as enchantingly as the Birkin family did, and it was particularly magical when Moira was still young.

As a devoted fan, I can tell you that when Barry signed up for S.T.A.R.S., the Burtons would have looked forward to Christmas more than any other season. You see, Barry was often away on duty, so his rare homecoming during the holidays made it extra special. And as for Barry’s favorite Christmas movie? Well, he’d always light up when Kathy mentioned “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.” She’d always say that he resembled Clark Griswold, the film’s lovable, over-the-top character.

3 Jill Valentine

Spends Christmas Cuddled Up With Her Cats

During her tenure as a S.T.A.R.S. member and Special Operations Agent, Jill has rarely expressed interest in dating. Although Christmas is usually a family-oriented holiday, Jill likely spent many Christmases with her parents growing up, a tradition she’s carried over into adulthood. It seems plausible that Jill might prefer celebrating Christmas on her own rather than with a romantic partner and would instead focus on making her Christmas tree safe for her cat.

It appears that Jill Valentine would make a perfect choice for Resident Evil’s honorary cat lady. This festive season, instead of seeking out romantic entanglements, she plans to socialize at her friends’ homes (perhaps even dropping by the Redfield family’s Christmas gathering uninvited). Additionally, she intends to shop for new playthings for her beloved pets. Jill finds joy in Christmas without the need for romance, and she looks forward to spending time with Chris, Leon, and Carlos. Afterward, she can return home to spend a cozy evening by the fire, cuddling with her cherished pets.

4 Natalia Korda

Would Spend Christmas With The Burton Family To Make New Memories

Despite many young children not typically disliking Christmas, especially following their harrowing encounter with Alex Wesker, the Burton family will go above and beyond to make this holiday season extraordinary for Natalia. Given the immense hardships she has faced – from witnessing her parents’ deaths to being forced onto an isolated island for Alex’s experiments – Natalia truly deserves a magical Christmas celebration.

What she longs for is a fresh plush toy and perhaps some attractive gowns, which her adoptive father, Barry, would be thrilled to offer. As his daughters are now adults, he eagerly looks forward to treating the youngest generously. Natalia would appreciate these thoughtful gifts as they help create pleasant memories to overshadow the difficult ones she experienced before. It’s unlikely that she still believes in Santa Claus, but she wouldn’t tell Barry and risk upsetting him.

5 Parker Luciani

Drinks Alone On Christmas Eve And Loves It

From the outside, Parker might come off as gruff and somewhat unfriendly to those who aren’t acquainted with him, but in truth, he’s a soft-hearted soul. He’s the type of fellow who would go out of his way to make someone happy, such as donning a Santa Claus suit to delight his neighbor’s kids unexpectedly. If not for Jessica Sherawat’s betrayal on the Queen Zenobia, he likely would have preferred celebrating Christmas with her. However, now contented, he spends the holiday by gifting a few items to his dearest friends like Jill and Chris, and possibly spends Christmas Eve imbibing in a seedy tavern alone.

However, he doesn’t seem bothered by it, as he enjoys bantering with the bar staff and reminiscing with the elderly gentleman nearby. On Christmas Day, he undoubtedly drops by to gift Jill a basket of cat treats, but he won’t admit that she’s inadvertently turning him into a cat enthusiast.

6 Claire Redfield

Decorates Earlier Than Everyone Else And Loves Mariah Carey

The Redfields deeply cherish Christmas, with Claire being the most enthusiastic among them. Chris may sometimes exhibit a grumpy demeanor due to his advanced age, but Claire manages to lift his spirits by whipping up Christmas cookies and harmonizing with Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You.” If she isn’t baking or singing, Claire is tirelessly shopping for gifts for everyone she knows, including her favorite barista, and goes the extra mile to spread holiday cheer. She embodies the essence of a gift-giver in its truest form, as it’s one of her expressions of love, and she always seems to intuitively find the ideal present, even when the recipient isn’t aware they desired it.

Claire Redfield is among those individuals who, once Halloween wraps up, consider November non-existent and immediately start celebrating Christmas. Consequently, the Redfield household is always the first on their block to erect their Christmas tree.

7 Brad Vickers

Gatecrashes Jill’s Christmas To See His Furry Niece And Nephew

Brad Vickers isn’t often present in the Resident Evil series, making it hard for fans to gauge his personality, interests, and preferences. However, Brad believes that Christmas can solve all life’s issues. If he were pursued by Nemesis during Christmas, he would find his impending doom “not so terrible” because it’s Christmas instead of a dreary April day. Despite the odds being against him, Brad exudes optimism. Given his close friendship with Jill, one could say that he’s like an uncle to her cats.

On Christmas Day, much like Parker, he plans to drop by and while away the hours by waving a feather on a string to amuse the cats. He’s also in charge of the cooking as Jill can sometimes be messy. Not shy about it at all, he’ll put on Jill’s feminine apron and manage the Christmas meal preparations, occasionally slipping some turkey to his niece and nephew.

8 Moira Burton

Inherited Her Love Of Christmas From Her Father

Ever since Barry, I’ve caught the Christmas bug something fierce. Every year, I roll up my sleeves and lend a hand at our local church, helping to set up for the annual holiday pageant. There’s nothing quite like sharing this joy with Polly and Natalia, especially when we hit the ice rink for some festive skating. It’s a small step towards healing the bond that was strained between Barry and me after the unfortunate incident.

Moira frequently purchases expensive presents for Polly, as she continues to grapple with guilt over the past incident, yet is learning to let go of the idea that she must constantly make amends through atonement. Barry and Moira share a unique tradition of ice skating together privately, which Barry refers to affectionately as “quality time.

9 Luis Sera

Introduces Leon And Ada To Hispanic Christmas Traditions

Luis respects his heritage by participating in Christmas Eve services, a tradition shared by many Hispanic cultures. He primarily focuses on gift-giving for Leon and Ada, but takes charge of cooking traditional Spanish dishes such as tamales, coquito, ponche, buñuelos, and piñatas, which have greatly added to their lives. This arrangement works well since the Latino community celebrates Christmas, or “Navidad,” on December 24 instead of December 25, as is common in much of the world.

Luis extends invitations to both Leon and Ada to join him in initiating the celebrations, after which it’s Leon who assumes hosting duties on Christmas Day. Ada seems reluctant but secretly enjoys herself. Luis showers them with lavish wines and delicious foods, while Leon’s slightly scorched turkey somehow manages to satisfy everyone the day after. This gathering serves as a chance for them to appreciate their diverse cultures and express gratitude for their surprising friendship.

10 Leon Kennedy

Tries And Fails To Cook The Perfect Roast And Stresses Over Gifts

On Christmas Eve when Leon isn’t at Luis’ house, he puts in his utmost effort to cook the roast for December 25th. He wants to make a good impression on his crush, as both Luis and Ada can be critical. However, Leon always finds himself unable to match Luis’ cooking skills, and every year he falls short. Yet, they both are understanding, appreciating the effort more than the result. Similarly, Leon struggles with choosing gifts for Ada, which adds to his stress during this season.

She’s tough to satisfy, making Christmas as challenging as it is enchanting for her. Typically, he selects jewelry for Ada and some sort of liquor for Luis, which seems effective. He adores the movie “A Christmas Carol“, particularly because he can liken Ada to Scrooge, and he’s fond of “Silver Bells” or “Blue Christmas.” In truth, almost any traditional Christmas song appeals to him.

2024-11-23 05:05