Despite being criminals, these characters still have a strong sense of honor in Red Dead Redemption 2.
The Red Dead Redemption series isn’t just a game about cowboys in the wild west. The story focuses on a deep desire for redemption, and features characters who are, objectively, outlaws on the run. But, each and every character is highly developed and have their own backstories and personalities, and many members of the Van Der Linde gang have a lot more of a heart than they might appear to.
Although the gang steal, manipulate and kill, many members stay true to what they feel is morally right, and only commit acts that don’t harm innocent civilians, and often try to help those in need. Ultimately, all members of the gang are criminals, and not good people objectively. However, some have more honor than others. 7 Hosea
Hosea is seen as the father-figure of the gang. Having raised many of its members and been there since the beginning, Hosea is someone that Dutch trusts, but everyone else does too. He is known to be the con-man of the group: a charming person that can talk his way into situations, or give the gang time to sneakily steal from somebody.
But what makes Hosea so endearing is that he sticks to his morals, and is one of the first to challenge Dutch on things he thinks is wrong. He will do his best to protect members of the gang and advise them with wisdom and honesty. He tries to keep everyone grounded, and will always remind them that, where possible, innocent people should not be high targets for the gang. 6 Lenny
Lenny is one of the younger gang members, but has been involved in criminal activities long before he joined the group. Whether it’s his age, naivety or just genuinely good morals, Lenny is an honorable member of the gang who stands up for what he feels is right.
Of course, he often follows the more experienced members blindly. But, he is one of the first to be empathetic towards fallen gang members, or when he thinks someone is in trouble, will be ready to help straight away.
