Top 10 Resident Evil Village Secrets, Lore, & Easter Eggs 

I think Ada’s design goes a little deeper had it been implemented! If you recall in RE5, Jill also used a similar “Plague Doctor” persona with a cloak and mask while under Wesker’s mind control. This successfully allowed Jill to operate without ever alluding to her true identity to the BSAA or Chris. Ada, who’s been known to doublecross employers, may have intended to conceal her identity while killing off the 4Lords. This also follows as she’s supposed to be dead after Carla’s actions from 6. So Ada would have also had to conceal her identity from Chris as well. A lot of fans don’t realize that Ada Wong uses many personas and facades to enact her agenda or ulterior motives as a spy. Which is exactly why the *Plague Doctor* would have allowed Ada to operate as a mysterious third party without revealing her identity or goals to either side.

I'm glad they decided to have The Duke be an ally to Ethan, he was a surprisingly likable guy, and even though you're not entirely sure you can trust him, he's the closest thing you and Ethan has to a friend in this situation. Plus with the Shadow of Rose DLC, we do get to see a glimpse of what The Duke would have been if he was a villain like they initially intended. I kind of hope we get to see The Duke again in future games, he was such a unique character and I really would like to see more of him.

After these games baby's crying will leave me with ptsd

Village actually makes the RE series goes full circle and filling in plots where it Spencer got the ideas from and connections to Miranda, it was mind blowing. I hope that Rose and Jake returns to IX (aka 9).

Beneviento's fog was caused because of the flowers you see in the tomb. Also, the documents in the dining room.

Mia doesn’t seem like the kind of person to become increasing distinct from her daughter. I get it that she lost Ethan, but Mia was basically the only parent left to raise Rose. But then again she was in good hands with uncle Chris.

Here's a piece of trivia about Donna Beneviento that you didn't mention in your video: The song that plays in the second part of the Beneviento House, when you have to find Angie, is the French child song "Promenons-nous dans les bois", a popular song here in France that is usually sung by kids when playing hide and seek, or playing tag. The lyrics are: "Promenons-nous dans les bois (Let's take a walk into the woods) Pendant que le loup n'y est pas (While the wolf isn't there). Si le loup y était (If the wolf was there), Il nous mangerait (he would eat us). Loup, y es-tu ? (Wolf, are you there?) M'entends-tu ? (Can you hear me?)" The choice of this song is very appropriate in this moment. The mention of a "wolf" is due to the fact one of our names for "playing tag" in France is "jouer au loup" (litteraly: playing wolf). The "wolf" is the person who is supposed to seek, find and catch the other children (the song is usually sung by the other kids while they're searching a place to hide in, thus the lyrics). It's indeed very fitting here, since this boss fight is basically a deadly hide and seek game with Angie / Donna, and it nods to Donna's twisted attachment to her childhood. The irony is that Ethan is the one playing the role of the "wolf" here, since he's the one looking for Angie / Donna and chasing her. In other words, it's like Angie / Donna is singing it, thinking about Ethan trying to find her. Of course, it's a creepy version of the song, which is also appropriate for Donna and her state of mind. My grandma used to sing this song to me when I was young, yet I somehow didn't realize it was this song playing in the background during this stage despite the fact I'm French (it's actually hard to catch, unless you really pay attention to it). But it's a very nice touch from the developers, and now that I cannot unhear it, it brings back memories. Also the baby was indeed a hallucination, like most of the things that happened in this house, because of Ethan breathing the yellow flowers around the tombstone. I hope anyone who reads it found this interesting! I love your content, Ink Ribbon, thanks for keeping up the good work and research!

Always love your videos you can tell you're passionate about resident evil with how in depth the videos are.

I bet the actors had a blast filming this. That last scene with Angie and Morau was hilarious!

Heisenberg is basically what happens when you cast Jim Carrey to play Wesker

Another fun fact: The director from Frankenstein's Army wanted to sue because of the propeller monster. He felt it was a ripoff of his work. Not sure what came of that.

The way that Capcom crafts the world for each installment, allowing for a balanced amount of realism and comedic relief is the number one reason why Resident Evil is so successful. Most game companies try to completely bury their mistakes, but Capcom capitalizes on them as a way to stay in touch and in flow with current pop culture, but not too much that it becomes cringey or interrupts the believability of the setting. I was blown away when Heisenberg called Chris a boulder punching asshole.

I remember my friend (who died young) bought RE when it first came out... Virgin music store in the Square shopping centre... I'll never forget being in his house playing it when the dogs burst in for the first time... We were screaming! 😂 I got a PSX that Christmas, primarily for TR2 and FF7... I had a Saturn... Anyway I got the Directors Cut to get the demo for Re2 mainly, and picked up the Saturn version of RE. It was cool and had extra content... I had strategy guides in magazines and I found something on my 56k dialup but how the HELL do you finish in under than 3hrs??! Especially with Chris! 😂 We barely played him! Ever since then I been a huge fan. I played everything.. From the awful Survivor games, to the surprisingly good Dead Aim... Over the last decade I went through a hard time... Heroin and crack addiction, prison, homelessness... I lost touch with gaming. Your videos have been an INCREDIBLE way to experience, learn, catch up and enjoy the Resident Evil stuff I have missed. I love learning about games I've not played, picking up on lore and Easter eggs, differences between versions, cut content etc...you are a wonderful part of the community and I love how much you research, explore, explain, figure out and put your own opinion and thoughts on to each video. You have a great way with presenting them with the graphics, editing, script, audio, clips you use etc... Its all AMAZING. I am very grateful for all the work you have done. I'm getting a Switch for Christmas off me mam(I'm 38 I know but she still spoils us!) and the last RE game I played was 6. So I'm going to pick up the 0/1 pack (I LOVED both of them on the GC), the Revelations pack... I can't wait to play those games... They seem really fun and really an important part of the lore. Also the characters and enemies and gameplay seems fantastic... Finally in going to pick up the triple pack.. I had 4 on the GC and PS2 and I genuinely LOVED 5!...I really enjoyed Leon and Adas campaigns in 6 and to be honest... The other campaigns were fun to play and it's one hell of a big package. There's lots of bang for your buck... I really am excited like a kid again and I can't wait to play them... I heard that Re2/3/7/8 will be available on Switch via cloud gaming but I am not very optimistic... I definitely will pick up a PS5 in a year or so or when they make a slim and enjoy the games properly... Sorry for the rant but resident evil is something that has been a part of my life since I was 13... I feel human again after everything I went through and I really can't wait to play them again and experience all those games and moments I have missed out on. Also the Ink Ribbon community is incredibly cool. You guys are all awesome and I learn so much from you guys too. Wherever you are.. I wish you a happy holiday season and a great new year 👍 From 🇮🇪

For random Easter eggs, I think there was a reference to evil dead in bio hazard because when Jack picked up the chain, saw he says " GROOVY" so basically I think that was a nod to evil dead

I didn't knew Mia grew distant to Rose and left her eventually so BSAA took care of her. It just shows she wasn't a good person as much as she wasn't a good mother. Even if Rose was difficult that's not an excuse. XD It makes the decision to save Zoe instead of her easier. XD

It's ironic that they were going to use cameras as save points, given Ethan's uh...facial condition.

Some other deleted stuff I've heard about 1) Elena was going to have a much larger role (Confirmed by her VA) Rumor is she was going to be the late game switch and Heisenberg was going to stalk her in his factory which is why it's so twisty. Also why Elena has that line about "I hope you can meet your family again" When Ethan NEVER MENTIONS HIS FAMILY TO HER. 2) Someone on tumblr managed to find a deleted cutscene of Ethan and Mia talking in their house. Shesez/Boundary break found the house loaded in the Eveline section so it was probably there. They are talking about how to Ethan's wedding ring which is probably why it's so prominent after he loses his fingers.

That last part was genuinely interesting and sounds like an improvement in a few areas (Factory and House) on what we got to be honest. Surprised you didn't mention the connection between Rose and Eveline though but oh well I still always enjoy these fact vids of yours dude, so thanks!

One thing I notice in one of the development video, there’s a few seconds of what looks like the lady dimitrescu boss fight but looking at it more, it’s the unnamed priest mutated form, the model looked detailed but without its textures, it’s kinda interesting knowing that they gone pretty far with the development of some things that were cut

I always find out new stuff in your videos! Thank you for your hard hard hard work. It's not taken for granted.

This was so good! Thanks for making!

7:20 Moreau, HE'S THE BEST!

Been waiting for this thank you so mucn kai

That real life castle… wow

Loved it Kai keep up the good work

Damn I'm actually sad about Ada missing, she looks so badass.

Ink ribbon ur videos make me smile and laugh on my darkest days I can’t wait to see your play through of resident evil 4 remake when it comes out next March I also can’t wait until Lisa’s back ❤️ keep up the amazing content ❤hope you have a merry Christmas and happy new year

12:20 the Regina Rose wine translating to Red Queen in Romanian may also be a reference to Devil May Cry as Nero's Sword is also named Red Queen

Great video as usual 👍🏼

Outstanding video many thanks 😎👍

Awesome video, Kai! :)

Thank you Kai for your content)

I'm actually amazed I haven't played 8 yet. I liked 7 a whole lot and still mess around in the remake of 2. Being a new father I wonder if some of the themes would hit harder than they would a couple years ago, so maybe I should chill on it for a while.

Very nice video guys, fair play.👁☣️☘️

16:30 the ghost family is fucking awesome. They should definitely explore this concept more.

The fetus reaction was priceless!

Bro. I'm shocked that Bloodborne wasn't mentioned here. The beasts scream Yharnam and the hunt. Heisenberg screams Father Gascoigne, and his hammer is basically the Boom Hammer from the Old Yharnam DLC.

12:10 Regina Rose or Red Queen is a nod to the different computer systems in the Resident Evil franchise. But this could also be a reference to Nero's sword that shares the same name in Devil May Cry 4 & 5.

I really wish they had fish monsters as the unique enemies for Moreau! Would've really hammered home the Lovecraft vibe.

adding 3rd person was the best step capcom ever did, it makes the game more approachable for an old school RE player like. thank you capcom. hope they did it to re 7 as well

Ironic how the Duke references the Merchant from Resident Evil 4 with his iconic "What are ya buyin?" line, and now the voice actor for the Duke is set to voice the Merchant in the Resident Evil 4 Remake.

Love the videos! But what is this 'water' I'm supposed to drink? Some kind of exotic mixer?

"oooooh, yeah she really is bewitching with those giant.........garden shears. Right. That's what I was thinking too."

Here's one more for the list of easter eggs. In Otto's mill, you can find an item named, Father Nichola's Angel. This is a reference to the popular 3 Flavo(u)rs Cornetto Trilogy, specifically the second movie: Hot Fuzz. This is an odd choice of reference as the first movie: Shawn of the Dead, was inspired from when Simon Pegg played a character who took some speed while playing Resident Evil 2. However, Father Nichola may have been the name of the priest who was cut from the final version. Not sure about that last part, but it is fun to think about.

4:09 Also her changing the subject when Ethan mentions Dulvey because Miranda didn't know what happened there.

Finally!

People not liking the Scares in RE7 is dumb 🤦🏽‍♂️ it’s a survival horror game. If you don’t like it don’t play it. No need to complain when fans like us enjoy it

Clocked RE8 for the first time yesterday GODDAMN I NEED TIME TO PLAY AGAIN, I LOVED IT

Good list ink ribbon !

I've only just noticed how hard it would be to create anything on that typewriter.

So i was always right if someone is crystalised then they can be ressurected.... so duke literally has the remain of 4 boss monsters and is part of a merchants organisation consisting of him, the merchant, and possibly other unknowns... Which means alcina can return and hopefully have a brawl with or team up with the great croc crusher Joe Baker!!!

A lot of concept from original was awesome

Your spanish voice/accent is marvelous, Kyle. Grande, como siempre 😊

After everything Mia had been through, I'm really surprised she abandoned Rose later in life

Watching Ink Ribbon’s video before playing the DLC…I can’t help it! 😩

Sadly they really removed some good stuff like the village leader boss (Heisenberg'sfather) and Ada but still it's an amazing game! Some stuff are so creepy that I'm glad they didn't include. Great video! Been waiting for it patiently and I've been rewarded it's so full of great info.

I know you did a vid on Lady D already but you should definitely do facts videos on the other three lords.

Resident evil village was originally going to have that flashbacks were we play a character From medieval times it would’ve been cool

I don't think the bandaged wound on the doll is supposed to represent where Ethan cut her in 7. Rather, it's over the areas she, or rather, her doppelganger, primarily gets shot at the beginning of the game

Please , talk about how Core Design went through crunsh by Eidos. I heard that CD want to develop TR3 in 2 years , but that is answered by a NO by Eidos and they want it to be released within 8 months! Also TR4 was originally planned to be released on ps2 and Angel Of Darkness on ps3!

Hell yeah

The scariest bit in all REs is the manakin bit in the new DLC. Won't spoil it but it was great.

I’m thinking Mia distanced herself from rose because she probably had a hit on her, she worked for a criminal organization and they would not let her live with everything she knows.

12:17 this probably just me reaching here but this could also be reference to Devil May Cry. The sword Nero uses is also called the Red Queen.

Fun fact: the scream when you hear when entering the castle. Is negs scream from the horror game dead by daylight. And i think around this time they did a new collab

All this talk of secretion is really doing it for me

2:33 . What the heck bro? This sh*t is 100x more scarier than the "fetus chase" in re village. It's so unsettling man, I can't describe it with words.

I never played this game but lol the way they have Chris on everything, you’d think he was the main character lol

The Red Queen wine may be a reference to Devil May Cry (another Capcom title) where the secondary protagonist Nero wields a motorised sword called the Red Queen

One other very good detail is the vehicle registration plate on Chris's car: it is a Romanian one.😊😊😊

A ghost family would’ve been 1000 times cooler than a doll maker.

In Brazilian’s portuguese dub the duke’s voice is the Peter Griffin… and it combines perfectly

The original story sounds bad ass!

This a cool game

Just finished watching the video, and man, the original story sounded so much more appealing than the final product. They did RE8 dirty, big time.

ada being in village would've been cool I think they would've made it work somehow plus I just miss her since the last entry we saw her in was re 6 and well re6 is bleh so a modern ada in a new game would be neat

I also think Lady D was also inspired from that Hungarian killer, Elizabeth Báthory.

Roman numerals VIII age …they sneaked 8 in there hehe

I always thought it would have been dope if Leon came in to the story near the end if Ada wasn’t cut and he had to use his experience from re4 to help Ethan and Chris

8:30 Watching romance films was as close to romance as Moreau was going to get with him experimenting on innocent people, being a mama's boy for Miranda and his deformities.

The look of The Duke was based on Steven John Assanti. Look up the video Steven John Assanti falls of golf cart.

I totally got Alien: Covenant vibes in Miranda's lab.

do Resident Evil Operation Raccoon City next

I'm actually kinda sad Ada didn't get her role in Village. It would have been cool to have her have a role in Resi that didn't overlap with Leon. I feel like it could have given more insight into her and been a cool development of her character. And I say that not really being all that fond of Ada (she's a solid, strong character, just not my personal taste personality wise)

I love the game so much, and hearing what could've been I would've loved it even more

"Watching romance and eating cheese before meeting Ethan " Same bro.. same

Fascinating stuff but what I really want now is a horror game involving the ghost children and their faceless parents!

There are plenty of beautiful places to explore, like the inside of lady- I mean castle dimetresque.

Just now realized the VILL in the logo for the game makes a roman numeral 8.

14:24 Ah, I see what you mean.

I didnt really like this game on my first play through, but the more I play it, the more I really enjoy it as a bold move for the franchise

They shouldn't have cut any of that out. It sounded awesome

the boss "INSPIRED" HAHAHAHAHAHHHAHAH, capcom called rebot

It's funny I never seen the main menu changing because of Xbox quick resume feature XD

9:17 Taylor Made Doll of Mia, Your Referring Taylor Swift because I saw her concert almost a Week ago

Wait, I’m confused. Do frozen dismembered baby parts not constitute “dismembered baby parts”? Lol! Not being an asshole, just wondering if that one was a mistake or maybe I’m wrong. I love your channel

The end credits of re8 tells the story of mother Miranda infecting the village, with a girl being sick and the village being sick a new “medication” came out and “saved” the village. at the of the credits we can see the dad munching on something and turning into a lycan

is there ?, can you make a video on WTF happened inbetween Villiage and Rose i need to know if that was the (real)Duke in shadows and if it was How why and what next

Milky white substance, like the milky white substance found among the Evil Within 2 zombies??

I might be wrong but Ethan and Mia weren't watched over by the BSAA but by blue umbrella