Speaking of characterization discourses, I remember watching this one about Raiden post Metal Gear Solid 2 characterization and how it clashes with Gun of the Patriots and Revengeance contradicting 2's themes.

I overall still like Raiden post MGS2, but it was a nice take.

https://youtu.be/TO0rRtxqLjM?si=X8WF8hOJjL03GZFH