The Merchant is a mysterious hooded vendor in Resident Evil 4.
Appearing in certain areas of the games locations, he sells to the player character in return for Peseta. The Merchant can also sell upgrades, including those to weapons and storage capacity, and buy treasures and items. While playing as Leon Kennedy, the Merchant will set the player a number of optional quests, such as a shooting range or destruction of blue medallions around the village.
According to The Duke, the Merchant is a friend of his.