He is described as being the oldest and most decrepit Senator whom was strongly despised by Jorhan Stahl, a feeling which appeared to be mutual. Gunsteling is notable for having the most speaking roles of all the Senators, appearing to be a rather influential member who directs the Senate's meetings as a mediator and sat with Orlock and Stahl at Scolar Visari's memorial service. He was a strong supporter of Admiral Orlock to succeed Visari as Autarch, only furthering his negative relationship with Stahl, he also seems to be a trusted advisor to Orlock and probably his second in command.
By the end of Killzone 3 his fate is unknown, leaving it to question whether or not he survived the irradiation of Helghan that appeared to kill off most of the population. He is easily recognizable due to his use of a nasal cannula placed into his nostrils, in addition to a small white mustache partially concealed by the hose of the cannula.
Conversations[]
Six Months On[]
Show: Tensions
Stahl:"Where is the ISA? Why haven't you found them yet?" Gunstelling"They've proven to be more tenacious than expected." Stahl:"Which was my exact point six months ago. You should have listened to me. But no, you had to do it your way. You had to pound them until they surrendered." Orlock:"The ISA will be dealt with in due time." Stahl:"Yes well, that's exactly what you said. You said "hours", not months. The people of Helghan want results. Not empty promises from you, Orlock." Orlock:"Once again you've somehow managed to distract us from the real topic at hand. Why haven't you delivered your weapon prototypes to the military?" Stahl:"Because Admiral, this is irradiated Petrusite. And I will not place weapons of such magnitude into the hands of a total incompetent." Senator 2:"Order! Order!" Gunstelling:"You've gone too far, Stahl! The Admiral has been instrumental in the negotiations with the Vektan government." Stahl:"Too little. Too late." Kuisma:"Given the Admiral's continued failure to eradicate the ISA. I motion that the Helghan military be turned over to someone who will, use it more effectively: Chariman Stahl." Orlock:"He's an industrialist." Kuisma:"With a sizable private military and the technology to back it up." Gunstelling:"Do we have a second? Motion denied." Stahl:"As long as this man remains in charge, I refuse to commit my resources to your cause." Senator 4:"We need him." Gunstelling:"Just a moment, Chairman. Will you give us time to reconsider?" Orlock:"What?" Stahl:"In two days time, I'll be making a live broadcast to the Helghan Nation." Gunstelling:"About what?" Stahl:"Something that will make your decision so much easier."
Stahl Arms Infiltration[]
Show: Earth plans
HAZMAT Trooper:"Clear." HAZMAT Trooper 2:"Sir, we need to get you out of here." Stahl:"Not yet. I have to upload the battle plans to my cruiser. Orlock's going to jump all over m--"
(Stahl's computer is interrupted by Orlock) Orlock:"Stahl." Stahl:"I don't really have time to listen to you gloat." Orlock:"Stahl." Stahl:"What?" Orlock:"You're to turn over your Petrusite weapons, hardware, personnel, and yourself to my control." Stahl:"Don't be absurd." Gunstelling:"Chairman Stahl, not only have you failed to execute Visari's killers, but you've managed to humiliate yourself in front of the entire nation." Stahl:"Gentlemen, I understand you're upset. I've made you look bad. But the people won't give a damn about today the instant Earth becomes our territory. If you change my invasion plan, you risk all of that." Gunstelling:"Chairman, this is not a negotiation. You will do as the Autarch commands." Stahl:"Autarch? Autarch? You made him Visari's heir?!" Gunstelling:"Chairman, if you refuse, you will be considered an enemy of the state and we will execute you. Do you accept the Autarch's rule?"
(Stahl bows in defeat) Orlock:"Good. The invasion fleet is gathering in orbit around the space elevator. Deliver the weapons in person. Immediately."
(Senate breaks connection) Stahl:"NO! NO! NO! Prepare my fleet. NOW, YOU IDIOT!!!"
(Back in the Senate chambers) Orlock:"The moment I have the weapons, I want Stahl killed. Is that understood?" Gunstelling:"As you command."
Trivia[]
Gunsteling is never referred to by name in Killzone 3, instead being one of the only two named senators in the Killzone 3 Collector's Guide.
