Jake Muller

Does he know Wesker was my father?

Jake Muller is the son of Albert Wesker and a mercenary.

Biography
Jake Muller is the son of late Umbrella eugenicist; virologist and bioterrorist Albert Wesker, who left Jake's mother soon after. Without Albert, Jake soon found work as a mercenary in order to support his mother.

Operating in anti-government operations in the Eastern European republic of Edonia, Jake was caught up in an act of bioterrorism. Jake's mercenary comrades were infected with the "C-Virus", which his specialized blood resisted. Soon after, he met U.S. government agent Sherry Birkin - whose father, William Birkin, was coincidentally a research partner of Albert's. Sherry and Jake took part in the subsequent battle between the Bioterrorism Security Assessment Alliance and the mutated mercenaries.

Being resistant to the downside-effects of mutagenic viruses like his father, Jake's blood was sought after during the bioterrorist attacks taking place world-wide. He was willing to hand over his blood to be used in the treatment, as long as he received money in exchange, of course.

Appearance
Jake resembles his father in some regards, such as in his long facial features and narrowed blue eyes and is likely just as tall, shown to be several inches taller than Leon. He has red hair in a crew-cut style and a long scar diagonally across his left cheek.

While in Edonia, he wears a camoflauged navy blue double breasted coat with a triangular red spider patch on the left sleeve and an olive green t-shirt. He also wears navy blue cargo pants with a matching boyscout style belt, an ammo pouch on his right leg, as well as green finger-cut gloves and black combat boots.

At some point on the way to Lanshiang with Sherry, Jake changes his outfit. At this point, he wears a black long-sleeve shirt with a low-cut v-neck and black leather gloves. He wears fitted black pants with suspenders, the same boy scout belt now adorned with more pouches and a hip holster.

Personality
Much about Jake is still a mystery, but it seems he is a very solitary and selfish personality, trusting only in the power of money. When approached by Sherry Birkin with the prospect of helping to save the world, payment is the only thing on his mind. Even in the middle of a battle with the Ustanak, Jake's main concern is reminding Sherry about the money he's owed. It should be noted Jake originally states to be paid $200,000 upfront and another $200,000 in the end. When fighting the Ustanak, Jake casually mentions, "I hope you haven't forgotten about my fifty million dollars," perhaps a joking (or not) remark on the number of B.O.W.s he's killed (for which he said he was charging extra).

Later, Jake is seen possibly being protective of Sherry. When the pair meet up with Leon S. Kennedy and Helena Harper, Leon raises his voice at Sherry and steps close to her as he tries to get answers to his questions. Jake immediately steps between them and shoves Leon away violently. Jake is also seen later helping Sherry to her feet and holding her hand as she gets her bearings. How much of this is natural human empathetic instinct, actual caring, or a concern with making sure she lives so he can get paid is questionable.

Quotes

 * "All right, first thing's first. Two hundred thousand up front, another two hundred when this is over. And the B.O.W.s? Those are extra."
 * "I was better off as a mercenary."
 * "No, no. Not me. Just my blood. Well the world can have it, long as someone ponies up the dough."
 * "You know, those shots of yours pack one hell of a punch, lady."
 * "You lost me." (to the lady in a blue dress, when she says he is the son of Albert Wesker)
 * "Nah, you jarheads all look the same to me, pal. Sorry."
 * "Yeah, no shit!" (to Sherry, when she says they are wasting time)
 * "It's always something with women!"
 * "Eat this." (to the Ustanak, before shooting an explosive tank)
 * "This place looks like it's going to collapse, too. Somebody oughta call the building inspector."
 * "Shit! Don't these assholes have anything better to do?"
 * "Well, he'll just have to get over it then, huh?" (when Sherry remarks that the Ustanak does not want them to leave)
 * "I hope you haven't forgotten about my fifty million dollars."
 * "What's wrong, asshole? Losing your nerve?"
 * "Does he know that Wesker was my father?"
 * "Your orders were to avoid contact. With anyone."
 * "Fair enough..." (regarding Sherry's willingness to trust Leon)
 * "Him again?!" (regarding the Ustanak)
 * "More like an ex-girlfriend. Guy doesn't know when to quit." (regarding the Ustanak)
 * "Hey, shit-for-brains! Over here!" (to the Ustanak)
 * "Stop being so needy!" (when given repeated commands by Sherry)
 * "I know what I'm doing!" (when given repeated commands by Sherry)

Trivia

 * Although Jake can use firearms (at one point seen with a Taurus PT-909), Jake's unique ability allows him to utilize hand-to-hand combat skills to attack enemies.
 * Some of Jake's melee moves are similar to those of his father.
 * Patch1.jpgg the Captivate trailer, it is seen that Chris Redfield recognizes Jake. It is possible he sees the resemblance to long-time enemy and former partner, Albert Wesker.
 * The patch on the coat Jake wears while in Edonia reads "La Vita Nuova," which translates to "The New Life." "La Vita Nuova" was the title of Dante Alighieri's 1283-1293 collection of prose and verse written at the dawn of the Italian language. It details a love story between his unnamed self and his unrequited lifelong love, Beatrice Portinari, ending with her death. "La Vita Nuova" was also the name of the final mission in Capcom's Devil May Cry 4.