Running Man was a Zanzibar Land mercenary noted for his high agility. He was well-versed in explosives and setting boobytraps that require his fast feet. He was once a well-known short-range runner who gained his fame during the Barcelona Olympics. His athletic career was put to an end when he was caught using steroids and he became a mercenary afterwards. He was involved in terrorist activities through all of Europe. He once served as a sub-leader to a French terrorist group and got his name from the German Special Police Force SEK.Running Man fought against Solid Snake in a gas-filled corridor during Operation Intrude F014. Snake managed to use Running Man's greatest asset against him by placing mines in Running Man's path.
