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Otacon

Otacon character artwork
Technical specialist · Shadow Moses / Metal Gear REX development

Hal Emmerich, nicknamed Otacon, is an engineer working at Shadow Moses whose technical achievement has become part of the seized weapon project. Snake’s discovery of him turns a mission target into a source of practical information and a developing ally.

  • Story: Otacon helps explain REX and the facility while becoming emotionally involved in the people Snake confronts, particularly Sniper Wolf. His compassion gives a technical support role personal stakes.
  • In the game: Listen to Otacon’s technical explanations and apply them to the actual objective or equipment. He supports Snake remotely and through story encounters, rather than joining a selectable party.

Story spoilers.

Metal Gear Solid · PlayStation · 1998 · Original Metal Gear Solid campaign. Not The Twin Snakes. Konami’s Master Collection manual is used for shared mechanics; button mappings vary. · Picture: Character illustration from Konami’s official game manual.

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