History Heartwarming / MetalGearRisingRevengeance

** During his boss battle, Armstrong will occasionally say things like "I like you Jack, so I'm going to give you a another shot" and considering his [[SocialDarwinist ideals]], this means alot.

'''George:''' Hmmm...

* When Raiden reveals that Voigt had rebuilt Blade Wolf, along with some physical changes, he had also removed Desperado's {{Restraining Bolt}}s including the dreaded memory wipe, meaning tha Blade Wolf can now make his own decisions.

-->'''Sunny''': He rescued me too, you know. Saved my life. I owe him everything. To some people...he'll always be Jack the Ripper.
-->'''George''': Hmmm...
-->'''Sunny''': I know all about his past. He had it rough...and he hurt a lot of people. But that's not the Raiden I know. The Raiden I know...''is a hero!''

* Perhaps an unintentional example, but when you consider that this game is chronologically the last in the ''Metal Gear'' timeline, you realize there's a nice pair of BookEnds: ''VideoGame/{{Metal Gear Solid 3|SnakeEater}}'' – chronologically the first game in the series – ends with the protagonist realizing just how much his country considers him and soldiers like him to be disposable pawns to be thrown at the enemy and sacrificed at a whim. ''Revengeance'' ends with the protagonist deciding that he won't serve countries or causes that he doesn't believe in or don't believe in him, and to fight only ''his'' wars.

* Perhaps an unintentional example, but when you consider that this game is chronologically the last in the ''Metal Gear'' timeline, you realize there's a nice pair of BookEnds: ''VideoGame/{{MetalGearSolid3|SnakeEater}}'' – chronologically the first game in the series – ends with the protagonist realizing just how much his country considers him and soldiers like him to be disposable pawns to be thrown at the enemy and sacrificed at a whim. ''Revengeance'' ends with the protagonist deciding that he won't serve countries or causes that he doesn't believe in or don't believe in him, and to fight only ''his'' wars.

* Perhaps an unintentional example, but when you consider that this game is chronologically the last in the ''Metal Gear'' timeline, you realize there's a nice pair of BookEnds: ''VideoGame/MetalGearSolid3|SnakeEater'' – chronologically the first game in the series – ends with the protagonist realizing just how much his country considers him and soldiers like him to be disposable pawns to be thrown at the enemy and sacrificed at a whim. ''Revengeance'' ends with the protagonist deciding that he won't serve countries or causes that he doesn't believe in or don't believe in him, and to fight only ''his'' wars.

* Perhaps an unintentional example, but when you consider that this game is chronologically the last in the ''Metal Gear'' timeline, you realize there's a nice pair of BookEnds: ''VideoGame/MetalGearSolid3SnakeEater'' – chronologically the first game in the series – ends with the protagonist realizing just how much his country considers him and soldiers like him to be disposable pawns to be thrown at the enemy and sacrificed at a whim. ''Revengeance'' ends with the protagonist deciding that he won't serve countries or causes that he doesn't believe in or don't believe in him, and to fight only ''his'' wars.

** It's not even just :Armstrong; ''every single major villain'' sees Raiden as a WorthyOpponent - even the sadistic warmonger Sundowner enjoys his company and fighting. It's not only a badass sentiment for how infamous Raiden is, but also a strangely wholesome refresher to see the hero revered and respected by even the villains.

* Villainous example with [[spoiler:Armstrong]]. After Raiden tells him "Maybe I was wrong about you", He ''picks Raiden back up, dusts him off, and gives him what can only be described as a handshake and a brohug at once'', briefly showing that he not only has room to forgive, but genuinely wants Raiden [[WeCanRuleTogether on his side]]. Raiden, on the other hand, is very confused.
** Hell, as crazy and crass as [[spoiler: Armstrong]] is, [[spoiler: the senator]] has a very apparent amount of respect for Raiden. [[spoiler: Once Raiden destroys Execelius and calls Armstrong out on his selfish "goals", the man]] gives off a look that just says "I like you kid."
** During his boss battle, [[spoiler: Armstrong]] will occasionally say things like "I like you Jack, so I'm going to give you a another shot" and considering his [[SocialDarwinist ideals]], this means alot.
** This seeps even into the boss theme. ''It Has To Be This Way'' is one part explaining [[spoiler: Armstrong's]] character, the second part is acknowledging that he and Raiden are not so different and [[WorthyRival daring him to beat him]], a big show of respect for a SocialDarwinist.
** Even in the end, [[spoiler:when Armstrong is nearing death, he still maintains VillainRespect for Raiden, even declaring [[TakeUpMySword that he will be a worthy successor]] and tells him to fight for what he believes in, and nothing more.]] ''That'' is one noble antagonist!
** It's not even just [[spoiler:Armstrong]]; ''every single major villain'' sees Raiden as a WorthyOpponent - even the sadistic warmonger Sundowner enjoys his company and fighting. It's not only a badass sentiment for how infamous Raiden is, but also a strangely wholesome refresher to see the hero revered and respected by even the villains.

* Blade Wolf arriving in the boss battle with [[spoiler: Senator Armstrong]] to aid Raiden. Blade Wolf gives a speech about how he owes a debt to Raiden for saving him, and more importantly teaching him about the value of fighting for what you believe in. Blade Wolf concludes his speech by saying it is his moral imperative to survive and preserve what he believes in, aiding Raiden being part of that goal, he then throws Raiden [[spoiler:Sam's old sword, which Raiden uses to finally defeat Armstrong.]]

* Before the final round of the fight with [[spoiler: Armstrong]], Raiden has a very specific PreAssKickingOneLiner. [[spoiler: ''"Let's dance"'', Sam's CatchPhrase. He's deliberately echoing the man who passed him the sword he uses to defeat Armstrong.]]

* Perhaps an unintentional example, but when you consider that this game is chronologically the last in the ''Metal Gear'' timeline, you realize there's a nice pair of BookEnds: ''VideoGame/MetalGearSolid3SnakeEater'' – chronologically the first game in the series – ends with [[spoiler:the protagonist realizing just how much his country considers him and soldiers like him to be disposable pawns to be thrown at the enemy and sacrificed at a whim]]. ''Revengeance'' ends with [[spoiler:the protagonist deciding that he won't serve countries or causes that he doesn't believe in or don't believe in him, and to fight only ''his'' wars]].

** This seeps even into the boss theme. ''It Has To Be This Way'' is one part explaining [[spoiler: Armstrong's]] character, the second part is acknowledging that he and Raiden are NotSoDifferent and [[WorthyRival daring him to beat him]], a big show of respect for a SocialDarwinist.

** This leads to a Fridge Heartwarming example, as it directly contradicts Raiden's worries about his Ripper persona being his true personality or being NotSoDifferent from Armstrong. A psycho or social Darwinist ''wouldn't care'' if he scared or upset Sunny.

* Perhaps an unintentional example, but when you consider that this game is chronologically the last in the ''Metal Gear'' timeline, you realize there's a nice pair of BookEnds: ''VideoGame/MetalGearSolid3SnakeEater'' – chronologically the first game in the series – ends with [[spoiler:the protagonist realizing just how much his country considers him and soldiers like him to be disposable pawns to be thrown at the enemy and sacrificed at a whim]]. ''Revengeance'' ends with [[spoiler:the protagonist deciding that he won't serving countries or causes that he doesn't believe in or don't believe in him, and to fight only ''his'' wars]].

** During his boss battle, [[spoiler: Armstrong]] will occasionally say things like "I like you Jack. I'm going to give you a second chance" and considering his [[SocialDarwinist ideals]], this means alot.

* Bladewolf arriving in the boss battle with [[spoiler: Senator Armstrong]] to aid Raiden. Bladewolf gives a speech about how he owes a debt to Raiden for saving him, and more importantly teaching him about the value of fighting for what you believe in. Bladewolf concludes his speech by saying it is his moral imperative to survive and preserve what he believes in, aiding Raiden being part of that goal, he then throws Raiden [[spoiler:Sam's old sword, which Raiden uses to finally defeat Armstrong.]]

** Made even more awesome by the fact that Bladewolf claims that this course of action is ''his'' choice, in clear defiance of Desperado's intentions for him. As an AI, he has claimed true sapience, being able to think and feel on his own merit. An astounding moment for any machine with intelligence.

* Bladewolf's interactions with Sam are fascinating. When Raiden inquires about Sam Bladewolf has nothing but positive things to say about the man. In fact, Bladewolf shows slightly more affection towards Sam (at least outside of Codec moments) than he does to Raiden, shown at one point being petted and called "Wolfy" by Sam. Bladewolf even goes out of his way to discourage a battle between Raiden and Sam. You almost get the impression that Bladewolf is a dog that is trying to stay loyal to his old master (Sam) while still trying to serve the new one (Raiden) to the best of his ability.
** Sam's DLC shows us the beginning of their friendship. Sam didn't even want to fight Bladewolf -- going as far as ''putting away his sword and walking away'' at the beginning -- and it's only when the UG blocks his path and says that he literally has no choice in fighting him that you really see how much Sam likes him. They both apologize to each other before the fight. The mood goes right into TearJerker at the end when Sam says that he won because he wasn't forced to fight... but, since [[TheGadfly this is Sam we're talking about here]], he reassures Bladewolf that [[{{Understatement}} he's also pretty good to begin with]].

* During the Mexico level at one point, Raiden gets ahead of Bladewolf, and Wolf apologizes for failing in his recon duty because falling behind has never happened to him before in a mission. He promises to Raiden that he will "redeem" himself and try better next time, only for Raiden to dismiss it as not being a big deal. Wolf presses the issue until Raiden concedes and accepts the (unneeded) apology. Seems like this dog wanted to impress his master on their first mission together.

* What about Bladewolf '''finally''' getting a chance do to something other then fight at the end? After being shutdown after being declared a failure, and then reactivated, restraining-bolted and forced to fight, it's sweet to see him... just relax.

* Villainous example with [[spoiler: Armstrong]]. After Raiden tells him "Maybe I was wrong about you", He ''picks Raiden back up, dusts him off, and gives him what can only be described as a handshake and a brohug at once'', briefly showing that he not only has room to forgive, but genuinely wants Raiden [[WeCanRuleTogether on his side]]. Raiden, on the other hand, is very confused.

* You can tell Raiden has a soft spot for Sunny, whenever he talks to her he does it with the same affable voice he used throughout ''VideoGame/MetalGearSolid2SonsOfLiberty''. Even when he's in the middle of the fight of his life he'll still make sure that she is not too upset by what is happening to him.

* Bladewolf arriving in the boss battle with [[spoiler: Senator Armstrong]] to aid Raiden. Bladewolf gives a speech about how he owes a debt to Raiden for saving him, and more importantly teaching him about the value of fighting for what you believe in. Bladewolf concludes his speech by saying it is his moral imperative to survive and preserve what he believes in, aiding Raiden being part of that goal, he then throws Raiden [[spoiler: Sam's old sword which Raiden uses to defeat Armstrong.]]
** Not quite, he is saying that his directives of surviving to preserve and pass along data directly goes against helping Raiden, yet he declares that he now has made his own directives.
** Made even more awesome by the fact that Bladewolf claims that this course of action is ''his'' choice, in clear defiance of Desperado's intentions for him. As an AI he has claimed true sapience, being able to think and feel on his own merit. An astounding moment for any machine with intelligence.
** Raiden also appears to treat Wolf as another person rather than a robot claiming he is taking revenge for him.

* During the Mexico level at one point Raiden gets ahead of Bladewolf, and Wolf apologizes for failing in his recon duty because falling behind has never happened to him before in a mission. He promises to Raiden that he will "redeem" himself and try better next time, only for Raiden to dismiss it as not being a big deal. Wolf presses the issue until Raiden concedes and accepts the (unneeded) apology. Seems like this dog wanted to impress his master on their first mission together.

** Just the fact that her name is now "Sunny Emmerich."

** This leads to a Fridge Heartwarming example, as it directly contradicts Raiden's worries about his Ripper persona being his true personality or being NotSoDifferent from Armstrong. A psycho or social Darwinist wouldn't care if he scared or upset Sunny.

* Villainous example with [[spoiler: Armstrong]]. After Raiden tells him "Maybe I was wrong about you", He ''picks Raiden back up, dusts him off, and gives him what can only be described as a handshake and a brohug at once'', briefly showing that he not only has room to forgive, but genuinely wants Raiden [[WeCanRuleTogether on his side]].

* Sunny stating that "this is a no smoking flight", which is a ContinuityNod to ''[=MGS4=]'' and her insistence during mission briefings that Snake wasn't allowed to smoke. Snake may be gone, but the fact that Sunny still forcefully implements a rule that she used on Snake for much of her early childhood can be both heartwarming and a major TearJerker.

** This leads to a Fridge Heartwarming example, as it directly contradicts Raiden's worries about his Ripper persona being his true personality or being NotSoDifferent from Armstrong. A psycho or social darwinist wouldn't care if he scared or upset Sunny.

* Bladewolf's interactions with Sam are fascinating. When Raiden inquires about Sam Bladewolf has nothing but positive things to say about the man. In fact Bladewolf shows slightly more affection towards Sam (at least outside of Codec moments) than he does to Raiden, shown at one point being petted and called "Wolfy" by Sam. Bladewolf even goes out of his way to discourage a battle between Raiden and Sam. You almost get the impression that Bladewolf is a dog that is trying to stay loyal to his old master (Sam) while still trying to serve the new one (Raiden) to the best of his ability.

** Not quite, he is saying that his directives of surviving to preserve and pass along data directly goes against helping Raiden, yet he declares that he now have made his own directives.