Grayson Hunt
A space pirate seeking revenge on the commander who betrayed him.
Grayson Hunt is the protagonist of the 2011 first-person shooter game Bulletstorm. He is a space pirate and former black ops soldier who seeks revenge on General Sarrano, his former commander who tricked him and his men into committing war crimes and assassinating innocents.
- Role
- Protagonist
- First Appears
- Bulletstorm (2011)
- Status
- Alive
Lore & Background
Grayson Hunt leads Dead Echo, a black ops team, with his comrades Ishi Sato, Rell Julian, and Dr. Whit Oliver, all under the command of Confederation General Victor Sarrano. After discovering that Sarrano used them to eliminate his political and personal enemies, Grayson and his team desert and become pirates. Ten years later, Grayson attempts a suicide attack on Sarrano's flagship, leading to a crash on the planet Stygia. He is voiced by Steven Blum.
In Their Own Story
The air on Stygia tastes of ash and betrayal. Grayson checks the charge on his Leash, the device that can pull enemies toward him or launch them into the air. Below him, the wreckage of the Ulysses smolders. Trishka's voice crackles in his ear, demanding answers about her father. But Grayson knows the truth: he and Dead Echo killed Bryce Novak on Sarrano's orders. He lies, telling her Sarrano was responsible. They fight through waves of enemies, using skillshots to earn points for ammunition and upgrades at dropkits scattered across the planet. When they finally corner Sarrano on his rescue ship, the general hijacks Ishi's body using his own Instinct Leash. Encouraged by Grayson, Ishi wrests back control and takes a bullet meant for Grayson. Enraged, Grayson impales Sarrano on the wall, but Sarrano ejects them back to the surface. They board an unused escape pod from the Ulysses, launching into low orbit as the DNA bomb's explosion propels them into space. Trishka, forgiving Grayson for the mistake in killing her father, asks what he will do about Sarrano escaping. The screen fades to black.
Reader's Guide
Grayson Hunt is equipped with an 'instinct leash' that allows him to pull enemies towards him; an upgrade unlocks the 'Thumper', which launches nearby enemies into the air. He can also kick enemies or run and slide into them. Players control Grayson in the single-player campaign, performing skillshots to earn points used at dropkits to purchase weapons and upgrades.
Did You Know?
- Grayson Hunt is voiced by Steven Blum.
- Grayson leads the black ops team Dead Echo.
- Grayson's ship is intercepted near the ruined planet Stygia.
- Grayson uses an Instinct Leash to pull enemies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Grayson Hunt?
Grayson serves as the lead character in the 2011 shooter title developed by People Can Fly. His background involves transitioning from a special operations operative to an interstellar outlaw.
Why did he leave the military?
During his service, he was manipulated into murdering non-combatants on Stygia. This deception led to his disgrace and eventual departure from the armed forces.
How does the game's plot begin for him?
Ten years after deserting, a failed suicide mission causes his ship to crash onto the war-torn surface of Stygia alongside Sarrano's flagship. He must then fight for survival while pursuing revenge against his former commander.
What is his relationship with Victor Sarrano?
Sarrano was the general who ordered Grayson into a false flag operation that ruined his reputation. Their dynamic defines the narrative as a personal vendetta between betrayed soldier and corrupt leader.
Does he survive the game?
Yes, Grayson survives the final confrontation and escapes the planet before it is destroyed. His canonical status remains alive following the conclusion of the game's events.
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