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	{{Quote\|For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the armor of God, the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.\|A cardinal praying in St. Peter's Basilica.\|Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood}}		{{Quote\|For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the armor of God, the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.\|A cardinal praying in St. Peter's Basilica.\|Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood}}
	[[File:A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing 2.png\|thumb\|250px\|Several cardinals during a Mass]]		[[File:A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing 2.png\|thumb\|250px\|Several cardinals during a Mass]]
	A '''cardinal''' is a senior ecclesiastical member and usually an ordained bishop of the {{Wiki\|Catholic Church}}. Among the duties of cardinals is the election of the [[Papacy\|Pope]] when the seat becomes vacant, operating from the [[Vaticano District\|Vatican City]]. ~~As such~~, cardinals were easily recognizable ~~from the rest of the crowd~~ by their red or white clothes, and by their headwear, which included a scarlet ''{{Wiki\|galero}}'', wide brimmed hat; a ''{{Wiki\|zucchetto}}'', small skullcap; or a ''{{Wiki\|biretta}}'', cap with four peaks.<ref>{{WP\|Cardinal (Catholic Church)}}</ref>		A '''cardinal''' is a senior ecclesiastical member and usually an ordained bishop of the {{Wiki\|Catholic Church}}. Among the duties of cardinals is the election of the [[Papacy\|Pope]] when the seat becomes vacant, operating from the [[Vaticano District\|Vatican City]]. During the [[Renaissance]], cardinals were easily recognizable by their red or white clothes and by their headwear, which included a scarlet ''{{Wiki\|galero}}'', wide brimmed hat; a ''{{Wiki\|zucchetto}}'', small skullcap; or a ''{{Wiki\|biretta}}'', cap with four peaks.<ref>{{WP\|Cardinal (Catholic Church)}}</ref>

	Some of the most notable cardinals included [[Rodrigo Borgia\|Rodrigo]] and [[Cesare Borgia]], who would later advance from their positions to become ~~[[Papacy\|~~Pope]] and {{Wiki\|Captain General of the Church}}, respectively.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''</ref>		Some of the most notable cardinals included [[Rodrigo Borgia\|Rodrigo]] and [[Cesare Borgia]], who would later advance from their positions to become Pope and {{Wiki\|Captain General of the Church}}, respectively.<ref name="ACB">''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''</ref>

	==History==		==History==
	[[File:SR 4.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|Cesare speaking with two of his cardinal allies]]		[[File:SR 4.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|Cesare speaking with two of his cardinal allies]]
	In the 15th and 16th centuries, certain cardinals were allied to the [[House of Borgia\|Borgia]], and aided them in their control of Rome. In order to gain their support, Cesare Borgia paid for the appointment of several of them.		In the 15th and 16th centuries, certain cardinals were allied to the [[House of Borgia\|Borgia]], and aided them in their control of Rome. In order to gain their support, Cesare Borgia paid for the appointment of several of them.<ref name="ACB"/>

	Among these Borgia allies were [[Juan Borgia the Elder\|Juan Borgia]], Cesare's personal banker and cousin, and a cardinal who acted as the contact between the Borgia and the [[Followers of Romulus]].		Among these Borgia allies were [[Juan Borgia the Elder\|Juan Borgia]], Cesare's personal banker and cousin,<ref name="Juan DB">''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' – [[Database: Juan Borgia the Elder]]</ref> and a cardinal who acted as the contact between the Borgia and the [[Followers of Romulus]].<ref name="Wolf">''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' – [[A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing]]</ref>

			Juan Borgia was appointed into his position as cardinal by his uncle, Pope Alexander VI. Upon being established as "the Banker," he paid for and managed the expenses of Cesare's military exploits.<ref name="Juan DB"/> However, he was also corrupt and wasteful, using his resources to throw lavish Pagan parties. During one such celebration, he was assassinated by [[Ezio Auditore da Firenze]].<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' – [[In and Out]]</ref>

	Juan Borgia was appointed into his position as cardinal by his uncle, Pope Alexander VI. Upon being established as "the Banker," he paid for and managed the expenses of Cesare's military exploits. However, he was also corrupt and wasteful, using his resources to throw lavish Pagan parties. During one such celebration, he was assassinated by [[Ezio Auditore da Firenze]].
	[[File:A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing 4.png\|thumb\|250px\|The Borgia-allied cardinal with two Followers of Romulus]]		[[File:A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing 4.png\|thumb\|250px\|The Borgia-allied cardinal with two Followers of Romulus]]
	A cardinal also relayed Borgia orders to the corrupt leaders of the Followers of Romulus, instructing them on how to control those under them. He also wrote sermons for the leaders to deliver, in order for the Pagan group to be manipulated, and terrorize the citizens of Rome for the Pope's gain.		A cardinal also relayed Borgia orders to the corrupt leaders of the Followers of Romulus, instructing them on how to control those under them. He also wrote sermons for the leaders to deliver, in order for the Pagan group to be manipulated, and terrorize the citizens of Rome for the Pope's gain.<ref name="Wolf"/>

	This cardinal in particular showed skill in [[Freerunning\|free-running]] and combat with a [[short blade]], however, he was nonetheless assassinated by Ezio Auditore in the [[St. Peter's Basilica]].		This cardinal in particular showed skill in [[Freerunning\|free-running]] and combat with a [[short blade]], however, he was nonetheless assassinated by Ezio Auditore in the [[St. Peter's Basilica]].<ref name="Wolf"/>

	In 1503, upon his fall from power, Cesare attempted to rally aid from several cardinals, whose appointment he had previously paid for. However, they only said that they supported the election of the new Pope, [[Julius II\|Giuliano della Rovere]], and that Borgia money had become tainted.		In 1503, upon his fall from power, Cesare attempted to rally aid from several cardinals, whose appointment he had previously paid for. However, they only said that they supported the election of the new Pope, [[Julius II\|Giuliano della Rovere]], and that Borgia money had become tainted.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' – [[Seeing Red]]</ref>

	==Trivia==		==Trivia==
	*Cesare's brother [[Juan Borgia the Younger\|Juan]] wore the attire of a cardinal in ''[[Assassin's Creed: Ascendance]]'', despite being Captain General at the time.		*Cesare's brother [[Juan Borgia the Younger\|Juan]] wore the attire of a cardinal in ''[[Assassin's Creed: Ascendance]]'', despite being Captain General at the time.
	*Cesare was made a cardinal at age 18, but he never wore the relative vestment in any ''Assassin's Creed'' media.		*Cesare was made a cardinal at age 18, but he never wore the relative vestment in any ''Assassin's Creed'' media.
	*Some ~~Cardinals disliked~~ the Borgia in the memory [[~~a Wolf in Sheep's Clothing \|a~~ Wolf in Sheep's Clothing]], ~~which they opposed~~ their tyranny and ~~hoped~~ that Ezio would free Rome from the Borgia so that the Church ~~would~~ be restored to its former glory ~~which he ultimately did~~.		*Some cardinals were shown to dislike the Borgia in the memory "[[A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing]]", opposing their tyranny and hoping that Ezio would free Rome from the Borgia's influence so that the Church could be restored to its former glory.
	*In ''[[Assassin's Creed: Project Legacy]]'', ~~despite certain memories involving Pope Alexander VI,~~ the ~~supporting image instead showed someone dressed as~~ a cardinal~~. Among these were~~ "All Ears" in "[[Italian Wars: Chapter 4 - Perotto Calderon]]" and "Religion" in [[Rome: Chapter 2 - Giovanni Borgia]]".		*In ''[[Assassin's Creed: Project Legacy]]'', Rodrigo Borgia is incorrectly depicted wearing the outfit of a cardinal instead of his Papal regalia in several memories, including "All Ears" in [[Italian Wars: Chapter 4 - Perotto Calderon]] and "Religion" in [[Rome: Chapter 2 - Giovanni Borgia]].
	*Cardinals are wearing {{Wiki\|Galero}} hats.

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	==Appearances==		==Appearances==
	*''[[Assassin's Creed: ~~Brotherhood~~]]'' {{1st}}		*''[[Assassin's Creed: Project Legacy]]'' {{1st}}
			*''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''
	*[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood (novel)\|''Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood'' novel]]		*[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood (novel)\|''Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood'' novel]]
	*''[[Assassin's Creed: Unity]]'' {{Mdat}}		*''[[Assassin's Creed: Unity]]'' {{Mdat}}

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	A '''cardinal''' is a senior ecclesiastical member and usually an ordained bishop of the {{Wiki\|Catholic Church}}. Among the duties of cardinals is the election of the [[Papacy\|Pope]] when the seat becomes vacant, operating from the [[Vaticano District\|Vatican City]]. As such, cardinals were easily recognizable from the rest of the crowd by their red or white clothes, and by their headwear, which included a scarlet ''{{Wiki\|galero}}'', wide brimmed hat; a ''{{Wiki\|zucchetto}}'', small skullcap; or a ''{{Wiki\|biretta}}'', cap with four peaks.<ref>{{WP\|Cardinal (Catholic Church)}}</ref>		A '''cardinal''' is a senior ecclesiastical member and usually an ordained bishop of the {{Wiki\|Catholic Church}}. Among the duties of cardinals is the election of the [[Papacy\|Pope]] when the seat becomes vacant, operating from the [[Vaticano District\|Vatican City]]. As such, cardinals were easily recognizable from the rest of the crowd by their red or white clothes, and by their headwear, which included a scarlet ''{{Wiki\|galero}}'', wide brimmed hat; a ''{{Wiki\|zucchetto}}'', small skullcap; or a ''{{Wiki\|biretta}}'', cap with four peaks.<ref>{{WP\|Cardinal (Catholic Church)}}</ref>

	Some of the most notable cardinals included [[Rodrigo Borgia\|Rodrigo]] and [[Cesare Borgia]], who would later advance from their positions to become [[Papacy\|Pope]] and {{Wiki\|Captain General of the Church}}, respectively.		Some of the most notable cardinals included [[Rodrigo Borgia\|Rodrigo]] and [[Cesare Borgia]], who would later advance from their positions to become [[Papacy\|Pope]] and {{Wiki\|Captain General of the Church}}, respectively.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''</ref>

	==History==		==History==
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	==References==		==References==
	*''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''		{{Reflist}}

	{{ACBH}}		{{ACBH}}
	[[Category:Occupations]]		[[Category:Occupations]]

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	*''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' {{1st}}		*''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' {{1st}}
			*''[[Assassin's Creed: Unity]]'' {{Mdat}}
	*''[[Echoes of History]]'' {{Mo}}		*''[[Echoes of History]]'' {{Mo}}

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	*''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' {{1st}}		*''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' {{1st}}
			*''[[Echoes of History]]'' {{Mo}}

	==References==		==References==

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	{{Era\|Occupations}}		{{Era\|Occupations}}{{WP-REAL\|Cardinal (Catholic Church)}}
	{{WP-REAL\|Cardinal (Catholic Church)}}
	{{Quote\|For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the armor of God, the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.\|A cardinal praying in St. Peter's Basilica.\|Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood}}		{{Quote\|For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the armor of God, the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.\|A cardinal praying in St. Peter's Basilica.\|Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood}}
	[[File:A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing 2.png\|thumb\|250px\|Several cardinals during a Mass]]		[[File:A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing 2.png\|thumb\|250px\|Several cardinals during a Mass]]

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	==~~Reference~~==		==References==
	*''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''		*''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''

	{{ACBH}}		{{ACBH}}
	[[Category:Occupations]]		[[Category:Occupations]]

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	A_Wolf_in_Sheep's_Clothing_3.png\|Ezio blending with a group of cardinals		A_Wolf_in_Sheep's_Clothing_3.png\|Ezio blending with a group of cardinals
	All Ears.jpg\|Cesare Borgia speaking with a cardinal		All Ears.jpg\|Cesare Borgia speaking with a cardinal
			Alexandre Troufanov Sample artwork -Cardinal ACB.jpg\|Cardinal models
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			==Appearances==
			*''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' {{1st}}

	==Reference==		==Reference==

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	*Some Cardinals disliked the Borgia in the memory [[a Wolf in Sheep's Clothing \|a Wolf in Sheep's Clothing]], which they opposed their tyranny and hoped that Ezio would free Rome from the Borgia so that the Church would be restored to its former glory which he ultimately did.		*Some Cardinals disliked the Borgia in the memory [[a Wolf in Sheep's Clothing \|a Wolf in Sheep's Clothing]], which they opposed their tyranny and hoped that Ezio would free Rome from the Borgia so that the Church would be restored to its former glory which he ultimately did.
	*In ''[[Assassin's Creed: Project Legacy]]'', despite certain memories involving Pope Alexander VI, the supporting image instead showed someone dressed as a cardinal. Among these were "[[Italian Wars: Chapter 4 - Perotto Calderon#All Ears\|All Ears]]" and "[[Rome: Chapter 2 - Giovanni Borgia#Religion\|Religion]]."		*In ''[[Assassin's Creed: Project Legacy]]'', despite certain memories involving Pope Alexander VI, the supporting image instead showed someone dressed as a cardinal. Among these were "[[Italian Wars: Chapter 4 - Perotto Calderon#All Ears\|All Ears]]" and "[[Rome: Chapter 2 - Giovanni Borgia#Religion\|Religion]]."
			*Cardinals are wearing {{Wiki\|Galero}} hats.

	==Gallery==		==Gallery==

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	{{Era\|Occupations}}{{WP-REAL\|Cardinal (Catholic Church)}}		{{Era\|Occupations}}{{WP-REAL\|Cardinal (Catholic Church)}}
	{{Update\|[[Assassin's Creed: Unity]] and [[Echoes of History]]}}		{{Update\|''[[Assassin's Creed: Unity]]'' and ''[[Echoes of History]]''}}
	{{Quote\|For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the armor of God, the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.\|A cardinal praying in St. Peter's Basilica.\|Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood}}		{{Quote\|For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the armor of God, the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.\|A cardinal praying in St. Peter's Basilica.\|Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood}}
	[[File:A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing 2.png\|thumb\|250px\|Several cardinals during a Mass]]		[[File:A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing 2.png\|thumb\|250px\|Several cardinals during a Mass]]
	A '''cardinal''' is a senior ecclesiastical member and usually an ordained bishop of the {{Wiki\|Catholic Church}}. Among the duties of cardinals is the election of the [[Papacy\|Pope]] when the seat becomes vacant, operating from the [[Vaticano District\|Vatican City]]. ~~As such~~, cardinals were easily recognizable ~~from the rest of the crowd~~ by their red or white clothes, and by their headwear, which included a scarlet ''{{Wiki\|galero}}'', wide brimmed hat; a ''{{Wiki\|zucchetto}}'', small skullcap; or a ''{{Wiki\|biretta}}'', cap with four peaks.<ref>{{WP\|Cardinal (Catholic Church)}}</ref>		A '''cardinal''' is a senior ecclesiastical member and usually an ordained bishop of the {{Wiki\|Catholic Church}}. Among the duties of cardinals is the election of the [[Papacy\|Pope]] when the seat becomes vacant, operating from the [[Vaticano District\|Vatican City]]. During the [[Renaissance]], cardinals were easily recognizable by their red or white clothes and by their headwear, which included a scarlet ''{{Wiki\|galero}}'', wide brimmed hat; a ''{{Wiki\|zucchetto}}'', small skullcap; or a ''{{Wiki\|biretta}}'', cap with four peaks.<ref>{{WP\|Cardinal (Catholic Church)}}</ref>

	Some of the most notable cardinals included [[Rodrigo Borgia\|Rodrigo]] and [[Cesare Borgia]], who would later advance from their positions to become ~~[[Papacy\|~~Pope]] and {{Wiki\|Captain General of the Church}}, respectively.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''</ref>		Some of the most notable cardinals included [[Rodrigo Borgia\|Rodrigo]] and [[Cesare Borgia]], who would later advance from their positions to become Pope and {{Wiki\|Captain General of the Church}}, respectively.<ref name="ACB">''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''</ref>

	==History==		==History==
	[[File:SR 4.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|Cesare speaking with two of his cardinal allies]]		[[File:SR 4.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|Cesare speaking with two of his cardinal allies]]
	In the 15th and 16th centuries, certain cardinals were allied to the [[House of Borgia\|Borgia]], and aided them in their control of Rome. In order to gain their support, Cesare Borgia paid for the appointment of several of them.		In the 15th and 16th centuries, certain cardinals were allied to the [[House of Borgia\|Borgia]], and aided them in their control of Rome. In order to gain their support, Cesare Borgia paid for the appointment of several of them.<ref name="ACB"/>

	Among these Borgia allies were [[Juan Borgia the Elder\|Juan Borgia]], Cesare's personal banker and cousin, and a cardinal who acted as the contact between the Borgia and the [[Followers of Romulus]].		Among these Borgia allies were [[Juan Borgia the Elder\|Juan Borgia]], Cesare's personal banker and cousin,<ref name="Juan DB">''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' – [[Database: Juan Borgia the Elder]]</ref> and a cardinal who acted as the contact between the Borgia and the [[Followers of Romulus]].<ref name="Wolf">''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' – [[A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing]]</ref>

			Juan Borgia was appointed into his position as cardinal by his uncle, Pope Alexander VI. Upon being established as "the Banker," he paid for and managed the expenses of Cesare's military exploits.<ref name="Juan DB"/> However, he was also corrupt and wasteful, using his resources to throw lavish Pagan parties. During one such celebration, he was assassinated by [[Ezio Auditore da Firenze]].<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' – [[In and Out]]</ref>

	Juan Borgia was appointed into his position as cardinal by his uncle, Pope Alexander VI. Upon being established as "the Banker," he paid for and managed the expenses of Cesare's military exploits. However, he was also corrupt and wasteful, using his resources to throw lavish Pagan parties. During one such celebration, he was assassinated by [[Ezio Auditore da Firenze]].
	[[File:A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing 4.png\|thumb\|250px\|The Borgia-allied cardinal with two Followers of Romulus]]		[[File:A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing 4.png\|thumb\|250px\|The Borgia-allied cardinal with two Followers of Romulus]]
	A cardinal also relayed Borgia orders to the corrupt leaders of the Followers of Romulus, instructing them on how to control those under them. He also wrote sermons for the leaders to deliver, in order for the Pagan group to be manipulated, and terrorize the citizens of Rome for the Pope's gain.		A cardinal also relayed Borgia orders to the corrupt leaders of the Followers of Romulus, instructing them on how to control those under them. He also wrote sermons for the leaders to deliver, in order for the Pagan group to be manipulated, and terrorize the citizens of Rome for the Pope's gain.<ref name="Wolf"/>

	This cardinal in particular showed skill in [[Freerunning\|free-running]] and combat with a [[short blade]], however, he was nonetheless assassinated by Ezio Auditore in the [[St. Peter's Basilica]].		This cardinal in particular showed skill in [[Freerunning\|free-running]] and combat with a [[short blade]], however, he was nonetheless assassinated by Ezio Auditore in the [[St. Peter's Basilica]].<ref name="Wolf"/>

	In 1503, upon his fall from power, Cesare attempted to rally aid from several cardinals, whose appointment he had previously paid for. However, they only said that they supported the election of the new Pope, [[Julius II\|Giuliano della Rovere]], and that Borgia money had become tainted.		In 1503, upon his fall from power, Cesare attempted to rally aid from several cardinals, whose appointment he had previously paid for. However, they only said that they supported the election of the new Pope, [[Julius II\|Giuliano della Rovere]], and that Borgia money had become tainted.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' – [[Seeing Red]]</ref>

	==Trivia==		==Trivia==
	*Cesare's brother [[Juan Borgia the Younger\|Juan]] wore the attire of a cardinal in ''[[Assassin's Creed: Ascendance]]'', despite being Captain General at the time.		*Cesare's brother [[Juan Borgia the Younger\|Juan]] wore the attire of a cardinal in ''[[Assassin's Creed: Ascendance]]'', despite being Captain General at the time.
	*Cesare was made a cardinal at age 18, but he never wore the relative vestment in any ''Assassin's Creed'' media.		*Cesare was made a cardinal at age 18, but he never wore the relative vestment in any ''Assassin's Creed'' media.
	*Some ~~Cardinals disliked~~ the Borgia in the memory [[~~a Wolf in Sheep's Clothing \|a~~ Wolf in Sheep's Clothing]], ~~which they opposed~~ their tyranny and ~~hoped~~ that Ezio would free Rome from the Borgia so that the Church ~~would~~ be restored to its former glory ~~which he ultimately did~~.		*Some cardinals were shown to dislike the Borgia in the memory "[[A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing]]", opposing their tyranny and hoping that Ezio would free Rome from the Borgia's influence so that the Church could be restored to its former glory.
	*In ''[[Assassin's Creed: Project Legacy]]'', ~~despite certain memories involving Pope Alexander VI,~~ the ~~supporting image instead showed someone dressed as~~ a cardinal~~. Among these were~~ "All Ears" in "[[Italian Wars: Chapter 4 - Perotto Calderon]]" and "Religion" in [[Rome: Chapter 2 - Giovanni Borgia]]".		*In ''[[Assassin's Creed: Project Legacy]]'', Rodrigo Borgia is incorrectly depicted wearing the outfit of a cardinal instead of his Papal regalia in several memories, including "All Ears" in [[Italian Wars: Chapter 4 - Perotto Calderon]] and "Religion" in [[Rome: Chapter 2 - Giovanni Borgia]].
	*Cardinals are wearing {{Wiki\|Galero}} hats.

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	==Appearances==		==Appearances==
	*''[[Assassin's Creed: ~~Brotherhood~~]]'' {{1st}}		*''[[Assassin's Creed: Project Legacy]]'' {{1st}}
			*''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''
	*[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood (novel)\|''Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood'' novel]]		*[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood (novel)\|''Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood'' novel]]
	*''[[Assassin's Creed: Unity]]'' {{Mdat}}		*''[[Assassin's Creed: Unity]]'' {{Mdat}}

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	{{WP-REAL\|Cardinal (Catholic Church)}}
	{{Quote\|For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the armor of God, the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.\|A cardinal praying in St. Peter's Basilica.\|Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood}}		{{Quote\|For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the armor of God, the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.\|A cardinal praying in St. Peter's Basilica.\|Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood}}
	[[File:A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing 2.png\|thumb\|250px\|Several cardinals during a Mass]]		[[File:A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing 2.png\|thumb\|250px\|Several cardinals during a Mass]]

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	{{Quote\|For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the armor of God, the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.\|A cardinal praying in St. Peter's Basilica.\|Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood}}		{{Quote\|For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the armor of God, the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.\|A cardinal praying in St. Peter's Basilica.\|Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood}}
	[[File:A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing 2.png\|thumb\|250px\|Several cardinals during a Mass]]		[[File:A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing 2.png\|thumb\|250px\|Several cardinals during a Mass]]
	A '''cardinal''' is a senior ecclesiastical member and usually an ordained bishop of the {{Wiki\|Catholic Church}}. Among the duties of cardinals is the election of the [[Papacy\|Pope]] when the seat becomes vacant, operating from the [[Vaticano District\|Vatican City]].		A '''cardinal''' is a senior ecclesiastical member and usually an ordained bishop of the {{Wiki\|Catholic Church}}. Among the duties of cardinals is the election of the [[Papacy\|Pope]] when the seat becomes vacant, operating from the [[Vaticano District\|Vatican City]]. As such, cardinals were easily recognizable from the rest of the crowd by their red or white clothes, and by their headwear, which included a scarlet ''{{Wiki\|galero}}'', wide brimmed hat; a ''{{Wiki\|zucchetto}}'', small skullcap; or a ''{{Wiki\|biretta}}'', cap with four peaks.<ref>{{WP\|Cardinal (Catholic Church)}}</ref>

	As such, cardinals were easily recognizable from the rest of the crowd by their red or white clothes, and by their headwear; which included a scarlet {{Wiki\|galero}} (a wide brimmed hat), a {{Wiki\|zucchetto}} (a small skullcap) or a {{Wiki\|biretta}} (a cap with four peaks).		Some of the most notable cardinals included [[Rodrigo Borgia\|Rodrigo]] and [[Cesare Borgia]], who would later advance from their positions to become [[Papacy\|Pope]] and {{Wiki\|Captain General of the Church}}, respectively.

	Some of the most notable cardinals included [[Rodrigo Borgia\|Rodrigo]] and [[Cesare Borgia]], who would later advance from their positions to become [[Papacy\|Pope]] and Captain General respectively.

	==History==		==History==
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	Juan Borgia was appointed into his position as cardinal by his uncle, Pope Alexander VI. Upon being established as "the Banker," he paid for and managed the expenses of Cesare's military exploits. However, he was also corrupt and wasteful, using his resources to throw lavish Pagan parties. During one such celebration, he was assassinated by [[Ezio Auditore da Firenze]].		Juan Borgia was appointed into his position as cardinal by his uncle, Pope Alexander VI. Upon being established as "the Banker," he paid for and managed the expenses of Cesare's military exploits. However, he was also corrupt and wasteful, using his resources to throw lavish Pagan parties. During one such celebration, he was assassinated by [[Ezio Auditore da Firenze]].

	[[File:A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing 4.png\|thumb\|250px\|The Borgia-allied cardinal with two Followers of Romulus]]		[[File:A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing 4.png\|thumb\|250px\|The Borgia-allied cardinal with two Followers of Romulus]]
	A cardinal also relayed Borgia orders to the corrupt leaders of the Followers of Romulus, instructing them on how to control those under them. He also wrote sermons for the leaders to deliver, in order for the Pagan group to be manipulated, and terrorize the citizens of Rome for the Pope's gain.		A cardinal also relayed Borgia orders to the corrupt leaders of the Followers of Romulus, instructing them on how to control those under them. He also wrote sermons for the leaders to deliver, in order for the Pagan group to be manipulated, and terrorize the citizens of Rome for the Pope's gain.

	This cardinal in particular showed skill in [[Freerunning\|free-running]] and combat with a [[~~Short blades\|~~short blade]], however, he was nonetheless assassinated by Ezio Auditore in the [[St. Peter's Basilica]].		This cardinal in particular showed skill in [[Freerunning\|free-running]] and combat with a [[short blade]], however, he was nonetheless assassinated by Ezio Auditore in the [[St. Peter's Basilica]].

	In 1503, upon his fall from power, Cesare attempted to rally aid from several cardinals, whose appointment he had previously paid for. However, they only said that they supported the election of the new Pope, [[Julius II\|Giuliano della Rovere]], and that Borgia money had become tainted.		In 1503, upon his fall from power, Cesare attempted to rally aid from several cardinals, whose appointment he had previously paid for. However, they only said that they supported the election of the new Pope, [[Julius II\|Giuliano della Rovere]], and that Borgia money had become tainted.
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	*Cesare was made a cardinal at age 18, but he never wore the relative vestment in any ''Assassin's Creed'' media.		*Cesare was made a cardinal at age 18, but he never wore the relative vestment in any ''Assassin's Creed'' media.
	*Some Cardinals disliked the Borgia in the memory [[a Wolf in Sheep's Clothing \|a Wolf in Sheep's Clothing]], which they opposed their tyranny and hoped that Ezio would free Rome from the Borgia so that the Church would be restored to its former glory which he ultimately did.		*Some Cardinals disliked the Borgia in the memory [[a Wolf in Sheep's Clothing \|a Wolf in Sheep's Clothing]], which they opposed their tyranny and hoped that Ezio would free Rome from the Borgia so that the Church would be restored to its former glory which he ultimately did.
	*In ''[[Assassin's Creed: Project Legacy]]'', despite certain memories involving Pope Alexander VI, the supporting image instead showed someone dressed as a cardinal. Among these were "[[Italian Wars: Chapter 4 - Perotto Calderon~~#All Ears\|All Ears~~]]" and "[[Rome: Chapter 2 - Giovanni Borgia~~#Religion\|Religion~~]]."		*In ''[[Assassin's Creed: Project Legacy]]'', despite certain memories involving Pope Alexander VI, the supporting image instead showed someone dressed as a cardinal. Among these were "All Ears" in "[[Italian Wars: Chapter 4 - Perotto Calderon]]" and "Religion" in [[Rome: Chapter 2 - Giovanni Borgia]]".
	*Cardinals are wearing {{Wiki\|Galero}} hats.		*Cardinals are wearing {{Wiki\|Galero}} hats.

	==Gallery==		==Gallery==
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	Mass Exodus 4 v.png\|Cardinals in the courtyard of St. Peter's Basilica		Mass Exodus 4 v.png\|Cardinals in the courtyard of St. Peter's Basilica
	~~A_Wolf_in_Sheep~~'~~s_Clothing_3~~.png\|Ezio blending with a group of cardinals		A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing 3.png\|Ezio blending with a group of cardinals
	All Ears.jpg\|Cesare Borgia speaking with a cardinal		All Ears.jpg\|Cesare Borgia speaking with a cardinal
	Alexandre Troufanov Sample artwork -Cardinal ACB.jpg\|Cardinal models		Alexandre Troufanov Sample artwork -Cardinal ACB.jpg\|Cardinal models
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	==Appearances==		==Appearances==
	*''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' {{1st}}		*''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' {{1st}}
			*[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood (novel)\|''Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood'' novel]]
	*''[[Assassin's Creed: Unity]]'' {{Mdat}}		*''[[Assassin's Creed: Unity]]'' {{Mdat}}
	*''[[Echoes of History]]'' {{Mo}}		*''[[Echoes of History]]'' {{Mo}}