William of Montferrat

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'''Faction:''' Crusader

'''William of Montferrat''' is the fifth target ordered by [[Al Mualim]] for [[Altaïr]] to assassinate. He is found in the rich district of [[Acre]].

==Description==
William serves King Richard as Regent Lord of Acre, and spends most of his time training and preparing his men for the "coming war". However, few of his soldiers have actually been sent to join Richard at Arsuf, leading people to wonder what "war" he's referring to. It is implied that he was appointed by Richard to put pressure on his son Conrad who has clashed with the King.

William always demands the best from his men, and is quick to point out flaws, while being reluctant to give praise. He is often shouting, and rarely sounds happy. He is also set in the belief that might makes right, and spends countless hours training his men.

The common opinion had been that William planned to kill Richard and turn Acre over to Conrad, but to Altair's shock he seems to hate his son in reality claiming; "My son is an arse, barely fit to lead his host let alone a kingdom." His true purpose was apparently to turn the city over to the Templar's, and for this reason he had been taking food from the people, with the aim of insuring it would be rationed properly during "the lean times" (presumably he expected resistance to the Templar's plans).

==Death==
William of Montferrat was assassinated within his personal quarters located in the Kings Citadel, shortly after a visit from [[Richard the Lionheart|King Richard of England]], giving [[Altaïr]] the opportunity he needed to get close enough to kill him. The assassin managed to stealthily penetrate into the lord's citadel fortress, and quickly put an end to his life. After observing William and Richards heated discussion safely under the cloak of the noble crowd Altaïr pierces the fortress in search of his assassination target. Finally coming to a cornered keep a small fortress within a fortress Altaïr listens as William belittles his men with razor barbed insults intended on encouaraging them for better performance and stronger sense of duty. Silently approaching and skillfully eliminating archers, Altaïr finally is within position to strike. Remaining highly intune with the surrounding enviornment, Altaïr patiently watches and waits for William to perfectly position himself for his own unsuspecting death, As William continued his speech and slowly paced toward the scaffold, Altaïr with the speed and gentleness of the wind quickly dropped onto it, focused on his target and his vital spot to strike, and before anyone even began to take notice of the impending danger leaped into Williams direction his Hidden Blade fully extended, as William slightly took notice to the descending White Eagle assassin it was too late, for by the time he realized it he was already being forced onto his back and throat being punctured severely by the assassins steel Hidden Blade, resulting in instant death. Williams public assassination is recorded as the fifth Major-Public-Figure to be publicly assassinated and makes his death the official second within Acre.

==Inspiration==
He is based off the real life [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_V_of_Montferrat William V, Marquess of Montferrat], who died in 1191. (Not [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ Conrad_of_Montferrat] (1140-1192), who was William's son)
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Al Mualim

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Arabic: المعلم) title meaning "The Teacher" sometimes used as "The Master"

[[Altaïr]]'s master and leader of the Syrian sect of Assassins. He created and established the Assassins Order as well as the Creed the Assassins follow, within the fortress of [[Masyaf]] as a kind of sanctuary for ordinary people as well as Assassins. He is simultaneously feared, worshiped, reviled, and loved. He is widely respected and feared by his enemies for employing Assassins who without question carry out politicaly sanctioned, public city figure assassinations. They also possess a solid reputation of success. But what is well known is that once your actions have his attention in a negative way, your death is certain to approach.

Al Mualim is extremely wise and at times a just leader, however other times he can be unpredictable and mysterious. He reveals little about himself - only what he wishes others to see. It's obvious that he's hiding things, but then that's to be expected from the leader of the Assassins. Al Mualim shrouds Masyaf and the Assassins in secrecy it is better this way. It paves the way for Al Mualim to create illusions in society in how they are viewed. In other words, because little is known about the inner workings of the Assassins throughout the Holy Land, fear can be used to create confusion and uncertainty all over the land. Fear will cause the people to whisper and spread rumours of the Assassins, whether true or not, fear will keep them from seeking the truth about us. Al Mualim does this by stressing public assassination. Public killing spreads immediate fear amongst the public, because it is literally witnessed by the people and is intended to be. Al Mualim spends all of his time within the Assassin's Fortress Library, which serves as his personal sanctuary. Constantly furthering his already extensive education and knowledge. Within the Order Al Mualim holds supreme authority and guidance counseling. Al Mualim does not just stress political assassination but education as well, it would seem he has a thourough understanding and knowledge pertaining to philosophy as well as political science. Which is constantly expressed in his well calculated lectures and informative conversations a primary example of the Old Mans' great wisdom. He is very keen at keeping up with the constantly changing political situation of the Holy Land. Altair at times when discussing political and philosophical topics, is questioned by Al Mualim in order to determine if he is in fact mentally growing, but gaining knowledge plus wisdom as a man and Master Assassin Instructor. Al Mualim stresses that peace in all things refers to peace within as well. For such wisdom will guide the Assassins and show them to "never harbor hate for your victims, such things are poison"(Al Mualim). What can most likely be said about Al Mualim, is that his political warriors are directed to fight as the voice of the people throughout the Holy Land. This is emphasized in how Al Mualim suppresses those who use their power and influence to commit impious acts against society. Not to mention the first tenet of the Creed, as stated, "stay your blade from the flesh of an innocent". This shows to some degree he is somewhat compassionate, and other times flawlessly ruthless. Al Mualim can't abide traitors and despises failure, however, he rewards success richly and takes personal interest in [[Altaïr]]'s growth, both as a Master Assassin Instructor and as a man. Due to Altaïr's failure in breaking the Creed and failing to claim Robert De Sable's life, Al Mualim plans a way to teach Altair the true meaning behind the "Assassins Creed". But first he must earn his way back into the Brotherhood. Only then will he be allowed to undergo the nine assassinations intended for his redemption.

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Robert De Sable reveals just before he dies that Al Mualim is in fact a Templar. [[Altaïr]] returns to Masyaf and finds out that all the people are under control by the Piece of Eden along with the men he assassinated that have apparently been revived by the piece of Eden. When Altaïr gets far enough in to Masyaf Al Mualim send out many assassins to kill Altaïr but it fails. Al Mualim attempts to use the Piece of Eden to defeat Altaïr but his attempts are unsuccessful and after a lengthy battle Al Mualim dies at the hands of Altaïr. Interestingly enough, the battle can be ended quickly and easily by using the hidden blade during the battle and countering Al Mualim's attack, which will result in an instant kill if performed correctly. He boasts as he dies that Altair will be unable to bring himself to destroy the piece of Eden. This prediction is apparently proved correct as neither Altair nor the other Assassins move to destroy the piece of Eden or indeed move at all after the piece of Eden begins showing locations.

==Trivia==

* His real name was [[wikipedia:Rashid ad-Din Sinan|Rashid ad-Din Sinan]], and he was nicknamed '''''The Old Man of the Mountain'''''.
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