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TheAssassin’s Creedfranchise has grabbed millions of players’ attention around the world thanks to its deeply woven narratives, complex characters, and engaging gameplay that ties historical events to the ongoing battle between the Assassins and Templars, keeping fans engaged.
However, there’s one question in fans’ minds of fans for years: If the Assassins are a powerful, global Brotherhood, then why is it that, in each game, we only see one Assassin doing all the heavy lifting? It’s time Ubisoft addressed this glaring inconsistency, andAssassin’s Creed Shadowscould be the perfect game to finally resolve this plothole.
The core of theAssassin’s CreedFranchise: The Assassins vs. The Templars
TheAssassin’s Creedfranchise is built on the war between the Assassin Brotherhood and the Templar Order, whose roots can be traced back to even before humans existed, thanks tothe usage of ancient artifacts and tools.
The main premise behind the war is that the Assassins fight for free will, fighting against those who seek to control humanity under the guise of peace and order, as represented by the Templars.
Players are introduced to various members of the Brotherhood, each playing a significant role in their respective time periods. From Altair to Ezio, and from Connor during the American Revolution to Eivor in England, these individual Assassins are seen working tirelessly to defeat Templar influence.
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Now thatthe franchise is finally exploring Japan, fans have been asking the question: Where are all the Assassins? Why is there no sign of the Brotherhood as a whole, when history is being shaped by the ongoing war between the two factions?
The general consensus from the community is that players take on the role of the most powerful Assassin of their period and it’s a fair assessment. But still, it’s frustrating to see such an underwhelming portrayal of the Brotherhood as a whole.
In the lore, the Brotherhood is vast and spread across multiple continents, yet throughout each game, only one Assassin seems to be carrying out the most significant missions. While other Assassins do appear in minor roles, they never match the presence that the lore suggests the Brotherhood should have.
Assassin’s Creed Shadowshas the chance to resolve this plot hole
This is whereAssassin’s Creed Shadowscould provide a much-needed fix. The game could introduce players to multiple Assassins working alongside Naoe (one of the protagonists), not just battling with her but also providing her with vital information.
Rather than sticking to the lone wolf narrative that has dominated the series,Shadowscould offer a more collaborative, multi-faceted approach that doesn’t rely on the protagonist finding everything about their target on their own, basically doing everything alone.
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Instead, players could see how different Assassins coordinate with one another, share information, and help each other in ways that were previously only implied.
With two protagonists already,the game is taking a different approach, which could also give fans the sense that the Assassins are not just a scattered, fragmented group but rather a unified organization with a global reach and influence, working together behind the scenes.
In the end, it’s time to stop playing as a lone hero and start seeing the true power of the Assassin Brotherhood by capturing the essence of the Assassins as a global, interconnected organization.
Shubham Chaurasia
Gaming Writer
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At FandomWire, Shubham has spent over a year diving into the evolving world of live-service, action, and open-world games. Whether it’s the democratic galaxy of Helldivers 2 or finishing enemies in titles like Assassin’s Creed or Ghost of Tsushima, Shubham brings a sharp eye and genuine enthusiasm to everything he writes.When he’s not writing, you’ll probably catch him clutching rounds in Valorant or leaping off virtual cliffs into a pile of enemies for the perfect finisher. Outside of gaming, Shubham recharges by hitting the gym or heading out on long, spontaneous bike rides, always chasing the next open road. No matter the game or the gear, he’s always committed to bringing readers timely, accurate, and engaging updates from across the gaming industry.
