Editing Curse of Wadjet

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{{Memory_Infobox
| name = Curse of Wadjet
| image = ACO Curse of Wadjet 8.png
| description = ''[[Greece|Greek]] residents in [[Soknopaiou Nesos]] are being attacked and killed by [[snake]]s. Locals blame it on a curse from the [[Egypt|Egyptian]] snake goddess, [[Wadjet]]. [[Bayek]] finds the notion of a divine curse unlikely, and investigates.''
| appearance = ''[[Assassin's Creed: Origins]]''
| type = Side, Level 25
| previous = [[Feeding Faiyum]]
| next = [[Rebel Strike]]
| source = [[Bayek]]
| location = [[Faiyum]], [[Ptolemaic Kingdom]]
| date = 48 BCE}}
'''Curse of Wadjet''' was a virtual representation of one of [[Bayek]]'s genetic memories, relived by [[Layla Hassan]] through the Portable [[Animus|Animus HR-8]].

==Description==
A stuttering, fearful street [[Nanefer|speaker]] tells Bayek of a strange curse killing people in the [[Greece|Greek]] Quarter.

==Dialogue==
While in [[Soknopaiou Nesos]], Bayek overheard a town crier by the marketplace.
*'''Greek Orator:''' ''Prosperity for all! Latest census figures show increased wealth for all in Faiyum. Thanks to the Great [Ptolemy XIII|Ptolemy]]'s aid for Greek investors, profits have continued to multiply.<br />Prosperity for all! With increased acquisition of Egyptian land and the use of Greek farming methods, farms in the Faiyum now have more success than ever! Trade activity has increased tremendously, creating substantial economic growth for Greek business throughout the Faiyum. Prosperity for all!<br />Security for all! An increased military presence throughout Faiyum has made life safer for everyone. Egyptian slums are being torn down, rebuilt, or segregated. Greek settlement is more secure than ever. Security for all!<br />Culture for all! Greek and Egyptian knowledge joins a new climate of restoration. The Faiyum is being raised above its humble beginnings. Guided by Greek principles of Greek civilization, Greece and Egypt live together in peace. Culture for all!<br />The new Faiyum promises peace and plenty. A new age of wealth under the guidance of Greek innovation! Prosperity for all!''
Nearby, Bayek came across a stuttering orator.
*'''Nanefer:''' ''Everyone! Be careful! The curse of [[Wadjet]]! [[Snake]]s! Near the villa! At night! Fellow Greeks! Stay in your homes after dark! We have lost our harmony, and an [[Egypt]]ian curse is upon us. Snakes! From the Egyptian serpent goddess! I've seen them! With my own eyes!''
Bayek addressed the orator.
[[File:ACO Curse of Wadjet 2.png|thumb|250px|Bayek speaking to the orator Nanefer]]
*'''Bayek:''' ''What curse? What are you talking about?''
*'''Nanefer:''' ''Greeks and Egyptians have lost harmony with each other. The [[Egyptian mythology#Gods|gods]] are displeased because of it. I'm Nanefer and I don't know if I'm Greek or Egyptian. I'm an orphan.''
*'''Bayek:''' ''Lost harmony? What do you mean?''
*'''Nanefer:''' ''The Egyptian goddess, Wadjet is sending snakes into Greek Quarters at night! Only Greeks have been killed! We are out of balance!<br />See for yourself! Just North of the villa.''
*'''Bayek:''' ''Okay, I'll look into this curse.''
Bayek left for the villa.
*'''Bayek:''' ''That was harder than it should have been.''
As he approached, he heard loud commotion.
*'''Bayek:''' ''Nek! What was that? The gods are rumbling! It came from just North of here. Must have something to do with this curse.''
[[File:ACO Curse of Wadjet 3.png|thumb|250px|Bayek at the attack site]]
Bayek reached the site, only to find it in chaos.
*'''Bayek:''' ''What happened here? I should ask around.''
He investigated a body in the burned structure.
*'''Bayek:''' ''This man was pinned down and died in the blaze. The structure is badly damaged. I cannot go any further. The trail leads outwards. I should look around the courtyard.''
He investigated a burned body on the ground.
*'''Bayek:''' ''Ugh. I can smell the burnt flesh.''
He investigated a jar in the courtyard.
*'''Bayek:''' ''This jar doesn't belong here. I think there's movement inside!''
Bayek destroyed the jar, only to discover a snake inside it. He eliminated it.
*'''Bayek:''' ''Gah! A snake! The jars have been used to transport them.''
Bayek spoke to one of the men in the courtyard.
*'''Bayek:''' ''Neb, did you see what happened?''
*'''Man:''' ''It was the curse of Wadjet! A fool and his friends feasted at the [[Dromos, Soknopaiou Nesos|Dromos]]. I told him "this is a sacred place, we cannot eat here!" What did he expect would happen?''
*'''Bayek:''' ''And you believe in this curse?''
*'''Man:''' ''You Egyptians have your gods, we Greeks have ours. All I know is I don't want to anger any of them.''
[[File:ACO Curse of Wadjet 5.png|thumb|250px|Bayek speaking to the caretaker]]
He spoke to another man.
*'''[[Sheshanka]]:''' ''Another foreigner cursed by Wadjet. That is three this week. Those useless Greeks had it coming, if you ask me. But what do I know? I am just the lowly Egyptian caretaker who cleans up after the neket iadet.''
*'''Bayek:''' ''Be careful what you say! People have died! I need to look around.''
*'''Sheshanka:''' ''What you need to look at is the color of your skin, son.''
*'''Bayek:''' ''Harmony is what we need. Not more senseless judgement.''
*'''Sheshanka:''' ''Look, some of us have built a shrine in a [[Wadjet's Burrow|cave]] under what is left of the great Temple. Why don't you come and honour Wadjet with us? Egyptians have to stick together.''
*'''Bayek:''' ''Maybe I will, after I look around.''
After investigating the place, Bayek found his way to the cave beneath the ruins of the temple.
*'''Bayek:''' ''These jars are the same as the ones I saw in the Greek area.''
[[File:ACO Curse of Wadjet 7.png|thumb|250px|Bayek finding a cavern full of snakes]]
Bayek entered the cave, only to discover a large of number of snakes inside.
*'''Bayek:''' ''They are breeding the snakes here. Gods, I hate snakes!''
Bayek killed the snakes. He discovered a shrine.
*'''Bayek:''' ''An elaborate shrine to the serpent goddess, Wadjet.''
On the shrine was a letter.
*'''Caretaker's Letter:'''<br />''Our plan is bearing fruit. Some of the Greeks are already talking about leaving the [[Faiyum]]. More will follow if we continue in our efforts.<br />I'll keep playing my role as the caretaker. You keep handling the snakes and choosing the targets. Make sure only Greeks die! There must be no Egyptian casualities.<br />As for that stuttering {{Wiki|Ionians|Ionian}} [[dog]], grab him quietly and take him to [[Pannouki Hideout|Pannouki]]. I'll deal with him personally.<br />Remember, there is no justice except what we make for ourselves.<br />Dua Wadjet!''
While Bayek was reading the note, he heard loud footsteps above him.
*'''Bayek:''' ''By the sound of it, I won't have to find the Caretaker after all. He's already found me.''
As Bayek exited the cave, he heard the caretaker's voice.
*'''Sheshanka:''' ''He is inside! Get him when he comes out! He cannot escape!''
[[File:ACO Curse of Wadjet 10.png|thumb|250px|Bayek fighting the caretaker and his guards]]
Bayek left the cave, confronting the caretaker and his guards.
*'''Bayek:''' ''Caretaker! The snakes were yours.''
*'''Sheshanka:''' ''You serve Greeks?! Come on then you worthless Ionian [[slave]]. Do your master's bidding like a good Greek dog. I fight for Egypt! Who do you fight for?''
*'''Bayek:''' ''I serve no one and I fight, for everyone.''
Bayek killed the caretaker and his guards.
*'''Bayek:''' ''This is what Ptolemy has done to Egypt. A land out of balance, full of hatred and strife. At least I can rescue the hostage. He's being held by the Caretaker's men at Pannouki.<br />The Caretaker is using the goddess to kill Greeks. Why such hatred? [[Amunet|Aya]] would be sad. It is just as Nanefer warned through his stutter. Egypt has lost harmony.''
Bayek headed to hideout located west of the village. Along the way, he discovered several bodies of Greek travelers.
*'''Bayek:''' ''More of the Caretaker's handiwork. These unfortunate Greeks were in the wrong place at the wrong time.''
Bayek approached the hideout.
*'''Bayek:''' ''The Caretaker's hideout must be up ahead.''
Some of the cultists attacked Bayek, but he dealt with them, and proceeded.
*'''Bayek:''' ''Argh. The smell of rotting flesh.''
He investigated a mask near the entrance.
*'''Bayek:''' ''Another of the green Wadjet masks.''
He investigated the remains of an individual on the ground.
*'''Bayek:''' ''The body looks to be a Greek. It has been here a while. That explains the smell. He was struck down from behind.''
Bayek approached the top entrance.
*'''Man 1:''' ''What is going to happen to that stupid stuttering Greek inside?''
*'''Man 2:''' ''He's going to be sacrificed to Wadjet when the Caretaker gets here.''
*'''Man 1:''' ''Blood sacrifice? The priests stopped that years ago.''
*'''Man 2:''' ''Our ancestors followed the true path, before it was corrupted by false teaching. That's why Wadjet abandoned us to the bastard Greeks.''
*'''Man 1:''' ''Well, at least he won't escape. You beat him so badly he's lying in his own blood. He can't even stand.''
*'''Man 2:''' ''Ha-ha! Stupid Greek. He had it coming. He hasn't even started to bleed yet. Wait till the Caretaker gets to him.''
Bayek entered the hideout and killed several cultists. He found basket of fruits in the quarters.
*'''Bayek:''' ''Fresh fruit, grain, wine. These must be gifts from the Caretaker to his men.''
He found a scroll on the table.
*'''Hymn of Wadjet:'''<br />''Exalted are you,<br />O Mighty One,<br />Mistress of the Two Lands<br />You guide [[Horus]] with your eye,<br />O Serpent {{Wiki|Uraeus}}<br />who leads all Egypt<br />Sovereign of thousands<br />Sacred Avenger<br />Let your awakening be peaceful''
He found a shrine to Wadjet.
*'''Bayek:''' ''Another shrine to the snake goddess Wadjet.''
Bayek found Nanefer in one of the rooms. He noticed a letter on a table and quickly read it.
*'''A Son's Letter:'''<br />''Father,<br />I turn 11 today, and I'm writing this letter on my own without mother's help!<br />It's been two whole floods since we've seen you. I miss you, but I know you protecting us.<br />Mother says you are fighting Ionian dogs. I don't know what that is, but she sometimes spends all day praying you will have the victory over them.<br />One day when I'm old enough I'll fight them with you!<br/><br/>I'm very proud to be your son. Come home soon.<br/>Unas''
Bayek helped up Nanefer.
*'''Bayek:''' ''Can you stand?''
*'''Nanefer:''' ''Thank [[Serapis]] you're here! I don't think so. They beat me...''
*'''Bayek:''' ''Be still. I will carry you out.''
Bayek carried him out of the hideout and brought him to a safe location.
*'''Bayek:''' ''Can you walk?''
*'''Nanefer:''' ''They beat me! They beat me because they thought I'm Greek!''
*'''Bayek:''' ''Wait, what happened to your stutter?''
*'''Nanefer:''' ''I was scared when I first met you. It makes me stutter.''
*'''Bayek:''' ''By the gods, is nothing true! Well, you are alive, Nanefer. Be thankful.''
*'''Nanefer:''' ''I'm alive, but Egypt is out of balance. You must know, [[Medjay]], the law is harmony between all peoples. May Serapis unite us all.''
Bayek left the place.
*'''Bayek:''' ''That is the end of the Caretaker's cult. But Nanefer is right. Egypt is out of balance. And that is the [[Order of the Ancients]]' doing.''

==Outcome==
Bayek discovered the Egyptian groundskeeper was behind the attacks, and he and both his guards, were killed by Bayek, thus ending the snake attacks on the city.

==Trivia==
*Upon entering the cavern beneath the temple, Bayek says: "Snakes again, why did it have to be snakes?", being a reference to {{Wiki|Indiana Jones}} and his fear of snakes, saying "Snakes. Why did it have to be snakes?" in the 1981 movie {{Wiki|Raiders of the Lost Ark}}.

==Gallery==
<gallery position="center" widths="180" captionalign="center">
ACO Curse of Wadjet 1.png|Bayek finding a crowd in front an orator
ACO Curse of Wadjet 4.png|Bayek attacking the snake hidden in the jar
ACO Curse of Wadjet 6.png|Bayek at the shrine mentioned by the caretaker
ACO Curse of Wadjet 9.png|Bayek finding the caretaker outside
ACO Curse of Wadjet 11.png|Bayek killing the caretaker
</gallery>

==References==
*''[[Assassin's Creed: Origins]]''

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