First appearing in the 2005 original Resident Evil 4 , the Merchant was designed by artist Masaki Yamanaka to be the "living embodiment" of a shop. Clad in a heavy trench coat—inspired by the manga character Neptune Man—the Merchant hides a virtual arsenal within his pockets.
Whether you’re a long-time survivor of the Ganado hordes or a newcomer to the Resident Evil franchise, one gravelly voice is guaranteed to stop you in your tracks: what are ya buyin
The Merchant ’s impact is so profound that Capcom has continued to reference him in newer titles. In Resident Evil Village (2021), the shopkeeper known as explicitly quotes his predecessor, stating that the phrase "What're ya buyin'?" is something an "old friend" used to say. First appearing in the 2005 original Resident Evil
: The ultimate validation when you offload a rare gemstone or treasure. In Resident Evil Village (2021), the shopkeeper known
Despite his glowing red eyes, which typically indicate infection by the parasite, he remains completely non-hostile to players. He is motivated solely by profit, operating under the philosophy that he will "do business with anyone as long as the price is right". 2. The Language of Commerce: Iconic Quotes
: The classic prompts that open every transaction.
