Los Illuminados
Los Illuminados, also known as The Illuminated Ones, is a fictional cult organization featured in the video game series "Resident Evil." Created by Capcom, the cult serves as the primary antagonistic faction in "Resident Evil 4." The group plays a pivotal role in the game's storyline and has gained recognition among fans of the franchise.
Background
Los Illuminados is a religious cult with a dark and secretive agenda. The group was founded centuries ago in a remote European village called "Pueblo." Led by the charismatic cult leader Osmund Saddler, Los Illuminados aims to obtain immense power through the use of a parasitic organism known as "Las Plagas."
The cult's core belief revolves around the concept of "the perfect world." Los Illuminados seeks to achieve this perfect world by infecting individuals with the Las Plagas parasite, which grants superhuman strength and control over the infected. The infected individuals become loyal followers, known as "Ganados," who carry out the cult's bidding.
Activities and Goals
Los Illuminados utilizes various methods to recruit followers and further its agenda. They employ coercion, manipulation, and the promise of power to gain control over individuals. The cult also employs violent tactics to eliminate those who oppose them or pose a threat to their plans.
The primary goal of Los Illuminados is to spread the Las Plagas parasite to achieve global domination. They intend to create a new world order, with the infected as their obedient army. To accomplish this, they seek to infect influential individuals, gain control over key resources, and eliminate anyone who stands in their way.
Events in "Resident Evil 4"
In "Resident Evil 4," Los Illuminados sets its sights on kidnapping the President's daughter, Ashley Graham. The cult aims to infect Ashley with a Las Plagas parasite, using her as leverage to manipulate the President and gain control over the United States. However, their plans are foiled when Leon S. Kennedy, a government agent, arrives in Pueblo to rescue Ashley.
Throughout the game, Leon battles hordes of Ganados and confronts key members of Los Illuminados, including Osmund Saddler and his right-hand woman, Ada Wong. Leon uncovers the cult's true intentions and faces numerous challenges as he tries to save Ashley and put an end to Los Illuminados' reign of terror.
Legacy and Reception
Los Illuminados and their involvement in "Resident Evil 4" have become iconic elements of the game series. The cult's sinister nature, unique visual design, and memorable characters have resonated with fans, contributing to the game's critical and commercial success.
The portrayal of Los Illuminados as a secretive cult with a fanatical following has been praised for adding depth to the game's storyline. The cult's presence in "Resident Evil 4" created a chilling atmosphere and provided players with a formidable and memorable enemy to confront.
