Assassin apprentice

2011-07-25T18:46:08Z

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{{Faction Infobox
|image = Apprenticepng.png
|imgdesc = A typical apprentice.
|game = undefined
|location = undefined
|founder = [[Ezio Auditore da Firenze]]
|leader = [[Grand Master of the Assassin Order|Grand Master]]
|headquarters = [[Tiber Island headquarters]]<br>[[Tiber Island]], [[Rome]], [[Italy]]
|formed = 1500<br>Rome, Italy
|notable = *[[Francesco Vecellio]]
*[[Cipriano Enu]]
*[[Tessa Varzi]]
*[[Giovanni Borgia]]}}
{{quote|The [[Liberation of Rome|liberation of Roma]] has begun. If you choose to flee, do so now, but if you choose to fight, stand with me against the [[House of Borgia|Borgia]].|[[Ezio Auditore]] to a potential apprentice.|Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood}}

The '''apprentices''', also referred to as [[Assassins|Assassin]] recruits, were formerly normal [[citizens]] [[Save Citizen|saved]] by [[Ezio Auditore da Firenze|Ezio Auditore]] from the rough streets of [[Rome]], during the [[Rise of the Brotherhood|war]] against the [[Templars]].

They subsequently devoted themselves to learning the ways of the [[Assassins Guild]], motivated by their drive for revenge against the [[House of Borgia|Borgia]] for corrupting their beautiful city, and for harassing them on a daily basis.

Operating out of the [[Tiber Island]] [[Tiber Island headquarters|headquarters]], the apprentices were often sent on [[Contracts in Project Legacy|contract missions]] across Europe and Asia, in order to improve their skills, [[Combat and weapon tactics|combat experience]] and aid the Assassin cause. When not on assignments outside of Rome, the apprentices would support the efforts of Ezio and his allies, providing reinforcement during Ezio's own missions.

==Recruitment==
[[File:Ezio Recruiting Assassin.JPG|thumb|200px|right|Ezio recruiting a citizen as an apprentice.]]
Realizing the efforts of the people of Rome to resist the Borgia, and that he would need an army of loyal Assassins to combat the armies of [[Cesare Borgia]], Ezio traveled throughout the city, assisting the citizens wherever and whenever he could. He found many either being terrorized by or fighting against the city guards, and rescued them by killing the guards.<ref name="Brotherhood">''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''</ref>

Upon doing so, he would offer each the chance to stand with him in his Brotherhood, and should they accept, he would send them to [[Niccolò Machiavelli]] to officially become an Assassin understudy.<ref name="Brotherhood" />

Ezio's Brotherhood operated with multiple apprentices at a time (all of whom could either be male or female), who he instructed in combat, [[Free Running|free running]], [[pickpocketing]], [[blending]], and other such skills.<ref name="Brotherhood" /><ref name="Project Legacy">''[[Assassin's Creed: Project Legacy]]''</ref>

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==Mobilization==
[[File:Apprentices.jpg|thumb|250px|left|Ezio calling upon his apprentices.]]
During his own missions, Ezio was able to have up to six apprentices support him. They would often operate in pairs or alone, and were commonly called upon to perform Arrow Storms (wherein they would fire arrows upon any target from above), to engage in direct combat with an enemy, or to perform assassinations. Each time, Ezio would signal the apprentices to strike by raising his arm and clenching his fist.<ref name="Brotherhood" />

When operating without their mentor, the apprentices would move in teams, led by a single Assassin appointed by Ezio. Together, they would complete missions across [[Italy]] (such as Rome, [[Florence]], and [[Venice]]) as well as the rest of Europe and beyond (including [[Constantinople]], [[Lisbon]], [[Barcelona]], [[Moscow]], [[Paris]], [[London]], [[Cologne]], [[Vienna]] and [[Calicut]]).<ref name="Brotherhood" /><ref name="Project Legacy" />

Though they would not always survive these missions, the apprentices would always return with greater skills and experience, as well as money and items they had obtained during their travels.<ref name="Brotherhood" />

==Equipment and skills==
[[File:Defending The Duchess PL.jpg|thumb|250px|The apprentices attacking a Borgia patrol.]]
Assassin apprentices were trained in a wide variety of skills and weaponry, including swords, [[Long weapons|spears]], [[smoke bombs]], [[throwing knives]], [[crossbow]]s, [[Pistol|guns]], and, of course, the [[hidden blade]]. They were also capable [[horsemen]], and were able to do battle from [[Horses|horseback]].<ref name="Brotherhood" /><ref name="Project Legacy" />

Their armor and weaponry could be customized however they chose, with each allowed to decide whether they would specialize in attack, defense, or both.<ref name="Brotherhood" />

Apprentices were also given trainee robes to wear to show their affiliation to the Order. Although these were all identical, standard white robes, they were permitted to [[Tailors|dye]] them a variety of colors. Once [[Initiation to the Assassin Order|inducted into the Order]] as full Assassins, they were given white Assassin's robes, similar to that of Ezio's.<ref name="Brotherhood" />

==Promotion==
[[File:Tiberhall.jpg|thumb|250px|left|An apprentice promoted to the rank of ''Assassino''.]]
{{main|Initiation to the Assassin Order}}
Apprentices started at the bottom of the Order, at the ''Recluta'' (Recruit) [[Ranks|rank]]. As they gained experience and advanced in their skills, they would progress through several titles, before being granted the ''Assassino'' rank.<ref name="Brotherhood" />

Upon completing their training, the apprentice was allowed to formally join the Assassin Order as a full-fledged Assassin. An induction ceremony would be held within the Tiber Island headquarters, where, as per tradition, the apprentice's left ring finger would be branded, and they would perform a [[Leap of Faith]] from the building's roof.<ref name="Brotherhood" />

Though they did not gain the dual hidden blades upon promotion (which were reserved only for [[Master Assassin]]s), they were instead given a [[Sword of Altaïr|certain sword]] identical to those used by the [[Masyaf]] Assassins of old, including [[Altaïr Ibn-La'Ahad]].<ref name="Brotherhood" />

==Trivia==
===Development===
*[[Gabe Graziani]], the Community Developer for ''Brotherhood'', had once stated that there will be a special cutscene when an Assassin dies. Although there is no such cut scene, Ezio may approach and close the eyes of any fallen Assassins, honoring them.
*It was stated by developers that the player could pick a single Assassin recruit to be a ''"right-hand Assassin."'' However, this action is not present in any form in the game.
*In-game, the apprentices attack alone or in pairs, but in the Rome demo, they came in groups of five.

===Guild Management===
*The names of each apprentice are randomly generated from a set list of first names and last names.
*Each apprentice's appearance is randomized. However, their gender is dependent on the location of the map from which they are recruited.
*When managing Assassins for an Assassination contract, even when the odds of success are 100%, sometimes the mission can still be failed, although you will not lose the Assassin(s) used for that contract.
*When viewing the apprentice menu, if any are currently performing a contract mission, they may appear pale, blonde, or have incorrect eye color.
*''[[Assassin's Creed: Project Legacy]]'' includes several memories that correspond to the missions you are able to send apprentices on, detailing their experiences while they are away.
*An apprentice, Vitellozzo Vitelli, has the same name of [[Wikipedia:Vitellozzo Vitelli|an Italian condottiero]], who was also a friend of [[Bartolomeo d'Alviano]]. On December 31, 1502, he was killed by [[Micheletto Corella]].
*To level up low-ranking apprentices faster, it's recommended to send them on on 5-star rated contract missions with higher-ranked apprentices.

===Equipment===
*At Rank 5, the Recruit will gain the pistol; however, it is much weaker than Ezio's, taking 3 to 4 shots to kill a guard.
*Upon reaching ''Assassino'' rank, they receive a [[crossbow]], but will not use it. The only time it is implied that they use the crossbow is during an Arrow Storm; however even low-ranking recruits can still be used for the attack, even if they weren't carrying a crossbow to begin with. Additionally, long bow arrows come from the rooftops, not crossbow bolts.
*The apprentices in ''[[Assassin's Creed: Revelations]]'' wear masks.

===Combat===
*Ezio signaling for the help of his apprentices is called a "B.A.M." or "Brotherhood Assistance Maneuver."
*While in combat, apprentices have predictable attack patterns. Once called in, they will immediately attack the enemy that was targeted when the B.A.M. was called in. Once that enemy is dead, they will attempt to use their hidden blade for high-profile assassinations to kill any remaining enemies that aren't guarding against it, usually throwing a [[Smoke bombs|smoke bomb]] to allow for instant kills. Then, once engaged with any enemy, they will either slash indiscriminately with regular kicks, or parry blows until they can successfully pull off a counter kill.
*Sometimes during combat, the apprentices will glitch and just stand immobile during a fight. This can also happen if they kill their own opponent, but other enemies remain around.
*While the Arrow Storm is meant to kill all guards within sight, at times there will be one that might survive the attack, particularly if they are targeted by Ezio.
*Apprentices usually have difficulty defeating [[Brutes]] and [[Seekers]] in a one-on-one battle, even as full-fledged Assassins.
*Interestingly though, apprentices have little trouble with [[Papal Guard]]s.
*Unlike Ezio, apprentices can use their pistol at the same time as a heavy weapon (if equipped).
*There is a glitch that occurs when both an Assassin and Ezio try to assassinate the same target simultaneously. They will both appear to leap on him in high profile, but Ezio will then promptly teleport onto the next closest guard, killing him as well.
*If you call a B.A.M. from on top of the [[Castel Sant'Angelo]], the apprentices will not leave afterwards.
*If you call your apprentices from inside a hay cart, it is likely that one of them will jump out of the same cart and assassinate your foes.
*It is possible to kill an apprentice by using the [[Sixth Apple|Apple of Eden]] with him or her in the blast range.
*If you call your apprentices to attack a group of guards, it is possible to see that the apprentices appear out of nowhere with a sparkling effect similar to blending.

===Behavior===
*Once an apprentice is promoted to the rank of ''Assassino'', there is a cutscene showing the Assassin performing a Leap of Faith into the [[Tiber River]], despite the fact that they cannot swim.
*In earlier trailers, the video showed an Assassin walking off the edge, instead of running and taking a Leap of Faith.
*Within the Tiber hideout, only two apprentices will acknowledge Ezio's presence and greet him if he stands in front of them. This applies to the apprentice standing alone in the corner of the main room, and the one standing in the ceremonial hall.
*Apprentices can sometimes be heard saying ''"Requiescat in pace,"'' among other such phrases to dead enemies when a skirmish is won.
**Alternatively, they may walk up to Ezio to bow and say ''"I won't forget what you did for me"'' or ''"It is an honor to fight alongside you,"'' among other things.
*Occasionally, after a battle is won, recruits will kneel and stay kneeling until Ezio leaves the area.
*If you try to follow an apprentice, they will eventually get to Tiber Island and stop; though taking various confusing turns along the way, in an attempt to disappear from the player's screen. Alternately, they will simply run along a single set path, or vanish into the ground.
*Apprentices receive no damage from falling, even from the top of the Castel Sant'Angelo. Also, if a guard pushes an apprentice into water, they will not die, but simply return to the Tiber Island hideout.
*Even if all your apprentices are women, the Assassin recruits in the mission "[[Exit Stage Right]]" will always be male.
*The apprentices will never travel alongside Ezio. Once their targets are dead, they will flee. This contradicts many videos produced by Ubisoft showing groups of apprentices walking or standing beside Ezio.
*The apprentices' clothes are not physics-enabled, except for the cape.
*In Revelaations the apprentices will develop more of a personality, when they reach level 10 and they will level to Master Assassin to protect Assassin Dens, if the player wishes

==Gallery==
<gallery captionalign="left">
img011.jpg|Male apprentice artwork.
Assassin Apprentice 2.jpg|Female apprentice artwork.
Recruit.jpg|Ezio recruiting a citizen.
Assassins1503E3.png|Ezio with four apprentices.
File:Assassins45.png|Assassin apprentices descend from above.
File:AssassinApprentices.jpg|Ezio and his Assassin apprentices.
assassins-creed-brotherhood-20101017102243981_640w.jpg|Ezio and a group of apprentices.
Mounted Assassins.jpg|Ezio and his apprentices on horseback.
Www totalvideogames com ACB SP S 07 Brotherhood Reinforcement 71640 size 655 1500.jpg|Ezio initiating a BAM.
assassin.s_creed-_brotherhood_-_video_dev_diary_2_hd-404301-1284432964.jpeg|Ezio and his apprentices walking at night.
Assassin's Guild.jpg|Ezio and his guild of Assassins.
Apprentice_Ceremony_hall.JPG|An apprentice's initiation.
Apprentice_initiation.JPG|An apprentice greeting Ezio and [[Niccolò Machiavelli]].
Apprentice_initiationLeap_of_Faith.JPG|An apprentice preparing to take a Leap of Faith.
ACRApprentice.jpg|An apprentice in [[Constantinople]].
</gallery>

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William Miles

2011-04-19T11:50:35Z

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'''William M.''' is a member of the [[Assassins|Assassin Order]], who acted as a contact for the Assassin teams spread throughout the world. Based in the [[Assassin headquarters (2012)|Assassin headquarters]], he regularly kept the teams informed about the situation of the others.<ref name="Brotherhood">''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''</ref>

==Biography==
In 2012, he relayed information to the Assassin team in [[Italy]] through [[Shaun Hastings]] and requested him to forward it to the other members. He also had a conversation with [[Lucy Stillman]] about the condition of [[Desmond Miles]], who had been suffering from the [[bleeding effect]], in which he said that they had to keep going, as they needed the location of the [[Sixth Apple|Apple of Eden]].<ref name="Brotherhood" />

Following the events in the [[Colosseum Vault]], William and one other person found a shocked Desmond, and decided to return him to the [[Animus]] to prevent any further harm. Desmond relived more of [[Ezio Auditore da Firenze]]'s memories from 1506, but his condition steadily worsened. The unidentified man insisted on giving Desmond an injection to stabilize his heart rate but William refused, saying that "the missing data may be there. The Piece of Eden is useless until we have it." Desmond went on to relive more memories of Ezio.

At the end of the [[The Da Vinci Disappearance|memory sequence]], [[Leonardo da Vinci]] and Ezio Auditore found another smaller [[Pythagorean Vault|vault]] in [[Rome]]. When Ezio's DNA was activated by a [[Vault pedestal|pedestal]], the room projected a set of coordinates: 43 39 19 N 75 27 42 W. Once the sequence was completed, William instructed the other man to sedate Desmond, but it was too late; Desmond had entered a coma. William was confident Desmond would live, and he and the other man left him to find the [[Temples|temple]] using the coordinates Ezio and Leonardo found.

It's Been Romured that his full name is William Miles, it iis possibe that he is realated to Desmond Miles, such as a, Brother, Father

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