Ada Wong’s Journey After Resident Evil 4: A Deep Dive
After the events of Resident Evil 4 (RE4), Ada Wong’s path takes a dramatic turn, solidifying her as a pivotal and complex character within the franchise. While her mission in RE4 centered on acquiring a sample of the Las Plagas parasite for her employer, Albert Wesker, Ada ultimately betrays him, choosing a course of action that aligns with her own conflicted moral compass. She escapes with the sample, but her actions set the stage for her future roles, most notably in Resident Evil 5 (RE5) and as a playable protagonist in Resident Evil 6 (RE6). Ada doesn’t simply disappear; her choices and their consequences significantly influence the overarching narrative of the series. Her journey continues, with her actions weaving into the larger bioterrorism plot that plagues the Resident Evil universe. Ada’s involvement in the subsequent games shows her as a lone operative, working towards her own mysterious objectives and often crossing paths with other major characters such as Leon Kennedy.
Ada’s Betrayal and Escape
The Helicopter Revelation
At the end of RE4, Ada is in a helicopter on her way to deliver the Las Plagas sample to Wesker. She has a communication with Wesker and discovers that his plan for the amber will cause massive global damage and the loss of billions of lives. In the original game, this betrayal was implied, but the remake shows this scene directly. Horrified and morally conflicted, she forces the helicopter pilot at gunpoint to change course, denying Wesker the sample. This moment solidifies her complex character, showcasing that despite her enigmatic nature and sometimes ruthless methods, she’s not entirely without a moral code.
Setting the Stage for Future Conflicts
Ada’s actions in this concluding sequence of RE4 directly affect the events of later games. Her securing of the Las Plagas sample, although not delivered to Wesker, does still influence how the bioterrorism storyline will develop. While not directly present in RE5, the samples collected by Ada are used by Wesker, illustrating that the consequences of her actions cannot be ignored.
Ada’s Role in Resident Evil 6
A Protagonist at Last
Ada becomes a playable protagonist in Resident Evil 6 (2012), which is a significant step in her character development. Until then, she was primarily an enigmatic supporting character in previous games. Her campaign in RE6 was designed to explain some mysteries in the plot, giving players a deeper understanding of her motives.
Lone Spy
Throughout RE6, Ada operates as a lone spy, often working in the shadows and encountering other protagonists. Her storyline runs parallel to that of Leon S. Kennedy, Chris Redfield, and Jake Muller, adding layers of depth and complexity to the overarching narrative. She is also tasked with uncovering a bioterrorism threat and to stop it.
A Deeper Look into Ada
RE6 provides the player a chance to see a deeper and more complex version of Ada Wong, one with hidden motives and the ability to act autonomously with moral complexity. She often uses her skills and knowledge to solve puzzles and navigate dangerous situations.
Ada’s Continued Presence in the Remake
Resident Evil 4 Remake and DLC
Ada also appears in the 2023 remake of Resident Evil 4, as well as its downloadable content (DLC), “Separate Ways”, which greatly expands on her side of the story in the original game. The remake adds more context to her character and shows her actions from her perspective. Her role in “Mercenaries” mode also gives fans a chance to play as her.
“Separate Ways”
The “Separate Ways” DLC directly portrays how Ada was involved with the events of RE4. It gives clarity to her actions and her true objective, which is to acquire the Plagas sample. This further solidifies her central role in the overall Resident Evil canon.
Ada’s Interaction with Leon
Ongoing Tension and Connection
Ada and Leon’s relationship continues to be a central point of tension throughout the series. Ada uses Leon for her own goals, but he seems drawn to her nonetheless, despite her methods. In the article, there is a quote from Leon where he says Ada will always be “a part of me I can’t let go.” They have a complicated relationship that is still a point of interest in the series.
The Question of Love
It’s also said in the article that Ada has no problem using Leon to her own goals. Leon on the other hand seems smitten with her and at times, when together, they protect each other. Despite this, neither Ada nor Leon have officially been married in any of the games.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Did Ada die at the end of RE4?
No, Ada does not die at the end of RE4. She escapes in a helicopter after betraying Wesker. The remake goes even further to ensure the original canon ending is followed.
2. What was Ada’s mission in RE4?
Ada’s mission was to acquire a sample of the Las Plagas parasite from Los Iluminados for Albert Wesker.
3. Why did Ada betray Wesker?
Ada betrays Wesker after realizing that the sample would be used for nefarious purposes leading to the loss of billions of lives. She decided that she would rather keep the sample safe than let it fall into Wesker’s hands.
4. Does Ada appear in RE5?
Ada does not appear directly in RE5, but the Las Plagas samples she collected are instrumental in the events of the game as they are used by Albert Wesker.
5. How old is Ada in Resident Evil 6?
Ada is 39 years old during the events of RE6, making her one of the older protagonists in the series.
6. Is Ada playable in any other Resident Evil games?
Yes, Ada is playable in Resident Evil 2, Resident Evil 4 (including the remake and its DLC), Resident Evil: The Umbrella Chronicles, Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles, and Resident Evil 6.
7. What is Ada Wong’s goal?
Ada’s goal is complex and often shrouded in mystery. She is an operative who tends to pursue her own agendas that involve stopping bioterrorism, but her methods are sometimes morally questionable.
8. Did Leon know Ada survived the events of RE2?
Yes, Leon likely knew Ada had survived. Although she seemingly fell off the rail at the end of RE2, it appears that Leon was not surprised to see her alive in RE4.
9. Is Ada a villain or a hero?
Ada operates in the grey area, often working for her own self-interests, but ultimately she is not a villain. She betrayed Wesker because she saw his evil plans. She also helps Leon often, but with conditions. This makes her an anti-hero.
10. What is the relationship between Ada and Leon?
Ada and Leon have a complicated and tense relationship. They are attracted to each other, often work together, but she also uses him.
11. What did Ada wear in RE2 and RE4?
Ada is usually seen wearing a red dress in RE2 and RE4, which was a call back to her character design in RE2, where she was caught in a red cocktail dress during the Raccoon City Outbreak. In RE6, she is seen wearing standard operative gear.
12. Is Ada Chinese?
Ada Wong is described as an American woman of Chinese descent.
13. Will Ada and Leon meet again?
While it’s not stated where or if they will meet again, due to their history, their relationship, and their involvement in the events of the series, it’s likely that Ada and Leon will meet again in the future of the Resident Evil Universe.
14. What happened to Sheva after RE5?
Sheva, after her involvement in RE5, moved to America, became fluent in English, enrolled in university, and was later recruited to join the Bioterrorism Security Assessment Alliance (BSAA).
15. Why didn’t Ada shoot Leon?
Ada did not shoot Leon because, as the article says, in the original version of the game she had no bullets. But in the remakes, it implies that Ada did not want to shoot him due to her feelings for him.