Protagonists have always been some of Resident Evil's strongest assets. While ferocious monsters and zombies are obviously very important for any horror story, having a strong cast of human survivors is arguably just as important. Fans need a central group of heroes that they can root for and inevitably feel sad about when they meet their untimely end. Resident Evil has always done a decent job of getting players to connect with its protagonists, often building that connection through both story and gameplay.