This video developer diary from Just Cause 3 asks, and attempts to answer, the question of "who is Rico" in the upcoming action sequel, and there is also a new meet the team trailer introducing the folks at Avalanche Studios. Here's word on the new diary, which they say kicks off a five-part series:

Today sees the first release in the JUST CAUSE 3 dev diary series. This first video offers insight from Avalanche Studios about who Rico Rodriguez is, what new skills and abilities he’s bringing to the table for his third outing, and how the team have brought him to life.

“He’s gotten older,” explains Game Director Roland Lesterlin in the video, “he’s got his scars from his years in Panau and San Esperito. We wanted to give him that background. What would it be like if you set off a nuke? Twice?”