Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2

Outer Heaven / Militaires Sans Frontières

Unravel the origins of Outer Heaven and the motivations of Militaires Sans Frontières in Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2. Grasp the early Metal Gear.

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Outer Heaven / Militaires Sans Frontières

Outer Heaven and Militaires Sans Frontières (MSF) represent two pivotal mercenary organizations in the Metal Gear Solid lore, both deeply connected to the enigmatic figure of Big Boss. Outer Heaven, established by Big Boss himself, was initially conceived as a sanctuary for soldiers, a place where they could fight and die with honor, free from the manipulation of governments and ideologies. However, it evolved into a heavily armed nation-state, a military superpower that posed a significant threat to global stability.

Militaires Sans Frontières, meaning "Soldiers Without Borders," was a more idealistic precursor to Outer Heaven. Founded by Big Boss and Kazuhira Miller, MSF was a private military company that operated with a code of conduct, taking on missions that aligned with their principles. They aimed to be a force for good in a world rife with conflict, providing their services to those in need while also building their own independent military base in the Caribbean Sea, known as "Mother Base." The rise and fall of both Outer Heaven and MSF are crucial to understanding Big Boss's transformation from a legendary soldier into a complex antagonist.

Key points regarding these organizations:

  • Outer Heaven: A fortified nation founded by Big Boss, serving as a base for his soldiers and a challenge to global powers. Its existence is a direct result of Big Boss's disillusionment with the military-industrial complex.
  • Militaires Sans Frontières (MSF): A mercenary group led by Big Boss and Kazuhira Miller, operating with a distinct ethical framework. MSF was known for its advanced base, Mother Base, and its role in various conflicts.
  • Big Boss's Vision: Both organizations reflect Big Boss's complex ideology – a desire for a world where soldiers are not pawns but have agency, even if this leads to extreme measures.
  • Mother Base: The floating fortress of MSF, serving as a hub for operations, research, and development, and a symbol of their growing power.

The events surrounding these organizations, particularly their confrontations with FOXHOUND and other military powers, form the backbone of several key Metal Gear Solid narratives.