ALPHA TEAM

Resident Evil (1996) Alpha Team characters: Jill Valentine, Chris Redfield, Barry Burton, Joseph Frost, Brad Vickers, and Albert Wesker.

Jill Valentine

Jill is one of the two playable characters in Resident Evil (1996). She is aided by Barry Burton and has an easier playstyle compared to Chris. Jill can hold eight item slots, can acquire a Bazooka, and receives a Lockpick. This Lockpick can be used on any locked desk and doors that Chris requires a Sword Key to unlock. Her disadvantage is that she takes less damage than Chris, meaning attacks can deplete her health quickly.

Chris Redfield

Chris is the other playable character in Resident Evil (1996), offering a more challenging experience. He is aided by Rebecca Chambers. Chris can only carry six item slots, which often necessitates backtracking to item boxes. Since Chris does not receive a Bazooka, any associated ammo is replaced with other types, such as a Clip or Shotgun Shells. Without a Lockpick, Chris needs a Sword Key to open doors that Jill can use a Lockpick on, and requires a Small Key for locked desks. Chris can withstand more damage than Jill, which eases the difficulty of combat.

Barry Burton

Barry is the STARS team weapon specialist and assists Jill throughout Resident Evil (1996). He is known for memorable dialogue, including "Jill Sandwich" and "Master of unlocking." As the game progresses, Barry's actions become increasingly suspicious, forcing Jill to question her trust in him, which ultimately determines if Barry survives the game.

Joseph Frost

Joseph is encountered only at the beginning of Resident Evil (1996). He discovers a detached hand holding a gun. After screaming, he is devoured by dogs and does not appear again.

Brad Vickers

Brad is the pilot for ALPHA TEAM and abandons the crew at the start of Resident Evil (1996). He is also a computer expert but is easily frightened. Brad continues to fly around the mansion attempting to contact STARS.

Albert Wesker

Wesker is the captain of both the STARS and ALPHA TEAM units. He disappears early in Resident Evil (1996) for both playable characters and offers minor assistance to Chris. Wesker is only seen a few times. In the end, it is revealed he is a traitor to the STARS, secretly working for Umbrella, and generally hinders the player.