{"id":221466,"date":"2026-07-24T02:26:18","date_gmt":"2026-07-24T02:26:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=221466"},"modified":"2026-07-24T02:26:18","modified_gmt":"2026-07-24T02:26:18","slug":"why-does-the-shrapnel-in-snakes-head-grow","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-the-shrapnel-in-snakes-head-grow\/","title":{"rendered":"Why does the shrapnel in snake&#8217;s head grow?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-the-shrapnel-in-snakes-head-grow\/#Why_does_the_shrapnel_in_snakes_head_grow\" title=\"Why does the shrapnel in snake&#8217;s head grow?\">Why does the shrapnel in snake&#8217;s head grow?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-the-shrapnel-in-snakes-head-grow\/#Understanding_the_Demon_Value_System\" title=\"Understanding the Demon Value System\">Understanding the Demon Value System<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-the-shrapnel-in-snakes-head-grow\/#Related_FAQs\" title=\"Related FAQs\">Related FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-the-shrapnel-in-snakes-head-grow\/#General_Questions\" title=\"General Questions\">General Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-the-shrapnel-in-snakes-head-grow\/#Gameplay_Mechanics\" title=\"Gameplay Mechanics\">Gameplay Mechanics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-the-shrapnel-in-snakes-head-grow\/#Story_and_Characters\" title=\"Story and Characters\">Story and Characters<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-the-shrapnel-in-snakes-head-grow\/#Game_World_and_Lore\" title=\"Game World and Lore\">Game World and Lore<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-does-the-shrapnel-in-snakes-head-grow\/#Gameplay_and_Progression\" title=\"Gameplay and Progression\">Gameplay and Progression<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_the_shrapnel_in_snakes_head_grow\"><\/span>Why does the shrapnel in snake&#8217;s head grow?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>The shrapnel in <strong>Snake&#8217;s<\/strong> head grows as a result of the player&#8217;s actions in the game, specifically when they accumulate <strong>Demon Points<\/strong> by committing <strong>cruel or immoral acts<\/strong>, such as killing people and animals, or developing <strong>nuclear weapons<\/strong>. The growth of the shrapnel, which takes on the appearance of a <strong>horn<\/strong>, serves as a visual representation of <strong>Snake&#8217;s<\/strong> transformation into <strong>Demon Snake<\/strong>, a state that is achieved when the player reaches a certain threshold of <strong>Demon Points<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_the_Demon_Value_System\"><\/span>Understanding the Demon Value System<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>Demon Value<\/strong> system is a mechanic in the game that tracks the player&#8217;s actions and rewards or penalizes them accordingly. The system is designed to reflect the player&#8217;s moral choices and their impact on the game world.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_FAQs\"><\/span>Related FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"General_Questions\"><\/span>General Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>What is the metal in Snake&#8217;s head?<\/strong>: The metal in <strong>Snake&#8217;s<\/strong> head is a piece of <strong>shrapnel<\/strong> that was implanted in his skull after a bomb failed to kill him.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Why is Snake permanently bloody?<\/strong>: <strong>Snake<\/strong> becomes permanently bloody when he reaches the maximum <strong>Demon Level<\/strong>, which is achieved by accumulating a large number of <strong>Demon Points<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>What is the horn for?<\/strong>: The <strong>horn<\/strong> is a visual representation of <strong>Snake&#8217;s<\/strong> transformation into <strong>Demon Snake<\/strong> and serves as a reminder of the player&#8217;s actions.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gameplay_Mechanics\"><\/span>Gameplay Mechanics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li><strong>How does the shrapnel grow?<\/strong>: The <strong>shrapnel<\/strong> grows as the player accumulates <strong>Demon Points<\/strong> by committing <strong>cruel or immoral acts<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Can you remove the horn?<\/strong>: No, the <strong>horn<\/strong> cannot be removed from <strong>Snake&#8217;s<\/strong> default model, and it cannot be used as a tool in missions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>What happens if I become Demon Snake?<\/strong>: If the player becomes <strong>Demon Snake<\/strong>, there may be conversations between soldiers around <strong>Mother Base<\/strong> that reflect <strong>Snake&#8217;s<\/strong> new appearance and behavior.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Story_and_Characters\"><\/span>Story and Characters<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol start=\"7\">\n<li><strong>Why did Big Boss fake his death?<\/strong>: <strong>Big Boss<\/strong> faked his own death by using <strong>nanomachines<\/strong> and an induced coma to deceive his enemies.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Is Big Boss missing an eye?<\/strong>: Yes, <strong>Big Boss<\/strong> is missing an eye due to a muzzle burn he received during Colonel Volgin&#8217;s torture.<\/li>\n<li><strong>What is the significance of the shrapnel in Snake&#8217;s head?<\/strong>: The <strong>shrapnel<\/strong> in <strong>Snake&#8217;s<\/strong> head serves as a reminder of the failed attempt on his life and his subsequent transformation into <strong>Demon Snake<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Game_World_and_Lore\"><\/span>Game World and Lore<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol start=\"10\">\n<li><strong>What are the snake stones in Whitby?<\/strong>: The <strong>snake stones<\/strong> in Whitby are actually <strong>ammonites<\/strong>, which are fossilized shells that resemble curled-up snakes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Can snakes be immune to their own venom?<\/strong>: Yes, snakes have special <strong>immune cells<\/strong> that protect them from their own venom.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Why is snake venom valuable?<\/strong>: <strong>Snake venom<\/strong> is valuable because it contains complex proteins that can be used to combat various diseases, including cancer, Parkinson&#8217;s, and Alzheimer&#8217;s.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gameplay_and_Progression\"><\/span>Gameplay and Progression<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol start=\"13\">\n<li><strong>Can you use nukes in MGSV?<\/strong>: Yes, <strong>nukes<\/strong> can be used in <strong>MGSV<\/strong>, but their practical benefit is limited to preventing other players with low <strong>heroism<\/strong> from attacking.<\/li>\n<li><strong>How do you reverse Demon Snake?<\/strong>: <strong>Demon Snake<\/strong> can be reversed by completing a mission or returning to <strong>Mother Base<\/strong>, which will automatically revert <strong>Snake&#8217;s<\/strong> appearance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Does the horn get bigger in MGSV?<\/strong>: Yes, the <strong>horn<\/strong> can grow bigger and more horn-like as the player accumulates more <strong>Demon Points<\/strong>, eventually transforming <strong>Snake<\/strong> into <strong>Demon Snake<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why does the shrapnel in snake&#8217;s head grow? 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