Duncan Walpole - Revision history

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	Three centuries later, the Templar [[Juhani Otso Berg]] considered Duncan one of his main sources of inspiration and saw his story both as a tragedy and as an example of why the Templars' [[New World Order\|goals]] should welcome individual accomplishments from the Order's members.<ref name="ACRG">''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[Numbskull's personal files]]: "Berg's Inspiration – Duncan Walpole"</ref> In 2015, [[Isabelle Ardant]] included Duncan's name on a list of known British Assassins. This list was later unveiled by the Assassins [[Rebecca Crane]] and [[Shaun Hastings]] when they infiltrated Ardant's office to plant a bug.<ref name='ACS">''[[Assassin's Creed: Syndicate]]'' – [[21st century conversations#Assassin's Creed: Syndicate\|Modern day]]</ref>		Three centuries later, the Templar [[Juhani Otso Berg]] considered Duncan one of his main sources of inspiration and saw his story both as a tragedy and as an example of why the Templars' [[New World Order\|goals]] should welcome individual accomplishments from the Order's members.<ref name="ACRG">''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[Numbskull's personal files]]: "Berg's Inspiration – Duncan Walpole"</ref> In 2015, [[Isabelle Ardant]] included Duncan's name on a list of known British Assassins. This list was later unveiled by the Assassins [[Rebecca Crane]] and [[Shaun Hastings]] when they infiltrated Ardant's office to plant a bug.<ref name='ACS">''[[Assassin's Creed: Syndicate]]'' – [[21st century conversations#Assassin's Creed: Syndicate\|Modern day]]</ref>

	At some point during his life, Duncan fathered at least one child, who became an ancestor of the Assassin [[Nathan]]. By 2016, ~~Nathan~~ had ~~been~~ kidnapped ~~by the Templars~~, ~~who hoped~~ to learn more about Duncan's life while exploring the young man's DNA using the [[Animus]]. In being made to relive his ancestor's [[Genetic memory\|genetic memories]], Nathan began ~~to suffer~~ from a strong [[Bleeding Effect]], feeling Duncan's personality seeping into his own.<ref name="Movie Novel" /> This would inadvertently lead to Nathan's demise, during a riot staged by his fellow prisoners, when Duncan's arrogance blinded the young Assassin and prevented him from noticing ~~a [[Soldier\|~~guard]] who snuck up on him and ended his life.<ref name="Film">[[Assassin's Creed (film)\|''Assassin's Creed'' film]]</ref>		At some point during his life, Duncan fathered at least one child, who became an ancestor of the Assassin [[Nathan]]. By 2016, the Templars had kidnapped Nathan and taken him to their facility in Madrid, hoping to learn more about Duncan's life while exploring the young man's DNA using the Abstergo Foundation Rehabilitation Center's new [[Animus\|Animus 4.3]]. In being made to relive his ancestor's [[Genetic memory\|genetic memories]], Nathan began suffering from a strong [[Bleeding Effect]], feeling Duncan's personality seeping into his own.<ref name="Movie Novel" /> This would inadvertently lead to Nathan's demise during a riot staged by his fellow prisoners, when Duncan's arrogance blinded the young Assassin and prevented him from noticing an Abstergo security guard who snuck up on him and ended his life.<ref name="Film">[[Assassin's Creed (film)\|''Assassin's Creed'' film]]</ref>

	==Personality and traits==		==Personality and traits==
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	Having served in the Royal Navy for three years, Duncan was an experienced sailor.<ref name="Database" /> As well as this, he possessed the [[freerunning]] skills expected of a Master Assassin, being capable of performing a [[Leap of Faith]] even while seriously injured.<ref name="Edward Kenway" />		Having served in the Royal Navy for three years, Duncan was an experienced sailor.<ref name="Database" /> As well as this, he possessed the [[freerunning]] skills expected of a Master Assassin, being capable of performing a [[Leap of Faith]] even while seriously injured.<ref name="Edward Kenway" />

	Duncan was also well-versed in deception, as shown by his success in fooling not only Ah Tabai, but his fellow Assassins as well.<ref name="Database" /> In terms of equipment, he possessed a [[sword]], dual Hidden Blades, and a pair of [[~~Firearm\|flintlock pistols~~]].<ref name="Edward Kenway" />		Duncan was also well-versed in deception, as shown by his success in fooling not only Ah Tabai, but his fellow Assassins as well.<ref name="Database" /> In terms of equipment, he possessed a [[sword]], dual Hidden Blades, and a pair of flintlock [[pistol]]s.<ref name="Edward Kenway" />

	==Behind the scenes==		==Behind the scenes==
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	===Etymology===		===Etymology===
	Duncan is the Anglicized form of the ~~Gaelic~~ name ''Donnchadh'' meaning "~~brown~~ warrior", derived from Gaelic ''donn'' "~~brown~~" and ''cath'' "warrior". Walpole is an English surname originating from either Norfolk or Suffolk.		Duncan is the Anglicized form of the {{Wiki\|Irish language\|Irish}} name ''Donnchadh'', meaning "dark-haired warrior", derived from Gaelic ''donn'' "dark-haired" and ''cath'' "warrior".<ref>{{WP\|Duncan (given name)}}</ref> Walpole is an English {{Wiki\|toponymic surname}} originating from either Norfolk or Suffolk, derived from the {{Wiki\|Old English}} spellings of "wall" and "pool".<ref>{{WT\|Walpole}}</ref>

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	After three years, Duncan gave up on the navy and instead sought his fortune with the [[East India Company]]. There, he befriended a sailor, who introduced Duncan to the [[Assassins\|Assassin Brotherhood]] and [[The Creed\|its teachings]]. Although wary at first, Duncan soon grew to serve the Brotherhood with a fervor and drive he had not known in the navy.<ref name="Database" />		After three years, Duncan gave up on the navy and instead sought his fortune with the [[East India Company]]. There, he befriended a sailor, who introduced Duncan to the [[Assassins\|Assassin Brotherhood]] and [[The Creed\|its teachings]]. Although wary at first, Duncan soon grew to serve the Brotherhood with a fervor and drive he had not known in the navy.<ref name="Database" />

	Training under [[Phillip Randall]], the [[Mentor]] of the [[British Brotherhood of Assassins\|British Brotherhood]], Duncan's reputation increased along with his skills, leading him to eventually become a full-fledged [[Master Assassin]].<ref name="Encyclopedia">''[[Assassin's Creed Encyclopedia]]''</ref> However, his impulsiveness and temper – coupled with a growing arrogance – continued to be liabilities and often led him to clash with the senior members of the Brotherhood. Despite this, Duncan remained loyal to the Assassins and his talents made him one of the Order's most valuable assets.<ref name="Database" />		Training under [[Phillip Randall]], the [[Mentor]] of the [[British Brotherhood of Assassins\|British Brotherhood]], Duncan's reputation increased along with his skills, leading him to eventually become a full-fledged [[Master Assassin]].<ref name="Encyclopedia">''[[Assassin's Creed Encyclopedia]]''</ref> However, his impulsiveness and temper – coupled with a growing arrogance – continued to be liabilities and often led him to clash with the senior members of the Brotherhood. Despite this, Duncan remained loyal to the Assassins, and his talents made him one of the Order's most valuable assets.<ref name="Database" />

	===Betraying the Assassins===		===Betraying the Assassins===
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	In 1714, Duncan was told to meet Randall at Mrs. Salmon's Waxworks, an instruction he begrudgingly obliged. Arriving late, he immediately entered into an argument with the Mentor, who lectured Duncan on the Brotherhood's ideals and his lack of respect. The Master Assassin was subsequently informed about his new assignment, which was to travel to the [[Caribbean\|West Indies]] and assist the local Mentor, [[Ah Tabai]], in his hunt for a [[Sage]]. Displeased with the idea, Duncan protested, claiming he could not simply leave the East India Company.<ref name="Movie Novel">''[[Assassin's Creed: The Official Movie Novelization]]'' – Regressions – Subject: Nathan</ref>		In 1714, Duncan was told to meet Randall at Mrs. Salmon's Waxworks, an instruction he begrudgingly obliged. Arriving late, he immediately entered into an argument with the Mentor, who lectured Duncan on the Brotherhood's ideals and his lack of respect. The Master Assassin was subsequently informed about his new assignment, which was to travel to the [[Caribbean\|West Indies]] and assist the local Mentor, [[Ah Tabai]], in his hunt for a [[Sage]]. Displeased with the idea, Duncan protested, claiming he could not simply leave the East India Company.<ref name="Movie Novel">''[[Assassin's Creed: The Official Movie Novelization]]'' – Regressions – Subject: Nathan</ref>

	However, Randall then revealed that there was another reason for Duncan's sudden relocation: the Templars at the company had learned of his ties to the Brotherhood, putting them all in jeopardy. Bitter about the fact that his ambition was being stifled by the Assassins and that he supposedly needed additional training from Ah Tabai, Duncan turned down the mission and departed. Nevertheless, Randall was confident that the Master Assassin would come around, as he had before.<ref name="Movie Novel" />		However, Randall then revealed that there was another reason for Duncan's sudden relocation: the [[Templars]] at the company had learned of his ties to the Brotherhood, putting them all in jeopardy. Bitter about the fact that his ambition was being stifled by the Assassins and that he supposedly needed additional training from Ah Tabai, Duncan turned down the mission and departed. Nevertheless, Randall was confident that the Master Assassin would come around, as he had before.<ref name="Movie Novel" />

	Later that day, at the {{Wiki\|East India House}}, Duncan spotted [[Henry Spencer]], a member of the company's Court of Directors and a Templar, according to Randall. Tailing the man to a [[tavern]], the Master Assassin decided to strike up a conversation with him, during which it became clear that Spencer was indeed a member of the Order and knew of Duncan's own allegiance. In spite of this, the exchange proceeded peacefully; after Spencer had departed, Duncan followed, intending to assassinate him.<ref name="Movie Novel" />		Later that day, at the {{Wiki\|East India House}}, Duncan spotted [[Henry Spencer]], a member of the company's Court of Directors and a Templar, according to Randall. Tailing the man to a [[tavern]], the Master Assassin decided to strike up a conversation with him, during which it became clear that Spencer was indeed a member of the Order and knew of Duncan's own allegiance. In spite of this, the exchange proceeded peacefully; after Spencer had departed, Duncan followed, intending to assassinate him.<ref name="Movie Novel" />
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	===Journey to the West Indies===		===Journey to the West Indies===
	{{Quote\|I accept your most generous offer, and await your arrival with eagerness. If you truly possess the information we desire, we have the means to reward you handsomely [...] Therefore, come to Havana in haste... And trust that you shall be welcomed as a brother.\|Laureano Torres inviting Duncan to Havana, 1715.\|Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag\|Edward Kenway (memory)}}		{{Quote\|I accept your most generous offer, and await your arrival with eagerness. If you truly possess the information we desire, we have the means to reward you handsomely [...] Therefore, come to Havana in haste... And trust that you shall be welcomed as a brother.\|Laureano Torres' letter inviting Duncan to Havana, 1715.\|Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag\|Edward Kenway (memory)}}
	Arriving in the West Indies in early 1715, Duncan utilized his time under Ah Tabai to integrate himself into the [[West Indies Brotherhood of Assassins\|local Brotherhood]] and gather valuable information about the locations of various [[Assassin bureau]]s in the area. In secret, Duncan also began corresponding with [[Laureano de Torres y Ayala]], the [[Spain\|Spanish]] Governor of [[Cuba]] and [[Grand Master of the Templar Order\|Grand Master]] of the [[West Indies Rite of the Templar Order\|West Indie Templars]]. The pair arranged to meet in [[Havana]], where Duncan would be officially inducted after handing over the information.<ref name="Edward Kenway">''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Edward Kenway (memory)\|Edward Kenway]]</ref>		Arriving in the West Indies in early 1715, Duncan utilized his time under Ah Tabai to integrate himself into the [[West Indies Brotherhood of Assassins\|local Brotherhood]] and gather valuable information about the locations of various [[Assassin bureau]]s in the area. In secret, Duncan also began corresponding with [[Laureano de Torres y Ayala]], the [[Spain\|Spanish]] Governor of [[Cuba]] and [[Grand Master of the Templar Order\|Grand Master]] of the [[West Indies Rite of the Templar Order\|West Indie Templars]]. The pair arranged to meet in [[Havana]], where Duncan would be officially inducted after handing over the information.<ref name="Edward Kenway">''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Edward Kenway (memory)\|Edward Kenway]]</ref>

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	===Death===		===Death===
	{{Quote\|Havana... I must get to Havana. [...] I can pay you. Isn't that the sound you pirates like best? One hundred [[escudo]]s.\|Duncan trying to negotiate with Edward Kenway, 1715.\|Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag\|Edward Kenway (memory)}}		{{Quote\|Havana... I must get to Havana. [...] I can pay you. Isn't that the sound you pirates like best? One hundred [[escudo]]s.\|Duncan trying to negotiate with Edward Kenway, 1715.\|Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag\|Edward Kenway (memory)}}
	Shipwrecked in [[Cape Bonavista]] and badly injured, Duncan attempted to enlist the aid of the only other survivor of the battle, the pirate [[Edward Kenway]], in reaching Havana. Edward attempted to haggle the price of passage, but Duncan threatened him with a [[Firearm\|flintlock pistol]] in response. Voicing his contempt for pirates, Duncan tried to shoot the man, only to find that the pistol was unable to fire due to wet gunpowder.<ref name="Edward Kenway" />		Shipwrecked in [[Cape Bonavista]] and badly injured, Duncan attempted to enlist the aid of the only other survivor of the battle, the pirate [[Edward Kenway]], in reaching Havana. Edward attempted to haggle the price of passage, but Duncan threatened him with a [[Firearm\|flintlock pistol]] in response. Voicing his contempt for pirates, Duncan tried to shoot the man, only to find that the pistol was unable to fire due to the wet gunpowder.<ref name="Edward Kenway" />

	[[File:Edward Kenway Memory 22.png\|thumb\|250px\|Edward searching Duncan's body]]		[[File:Edward Kenway Memory 22.png\|thumb\|250px\|Edward searching Duncan's body]]
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	==Legacy==		==Legacy==
	{{Quote\|Although Duncan's story does not have a happy ending, it clearly demonstrates that the Templars' highest goals of peace and order need not exclude personal success and achievement.\|Juhani Otso Berg, 2014.\|Assassin's Creed: Rogue\|Numbskull's personal files}}		{{Quote\|Although Duncan's story does not have a happy ending, it clearly demonstrates that the Templars' highest goals of peace and order need not exclude personal success and achievement.\|Juhani Otso Berg, 2014.\|Assassin's Creed: Rogue\|Numbskull's personal files}}
	Due to his treachery, few mourned Duncan's passing; when Edward later met Robert Walpole, the man thanked him for killing Duncan, having thought of his cousin as a man lacking in scruples, willing to serve whoever paid the highest price and betray even those who trusted him with their lives.<ref name="BF Novel">''[[Assassin's Creed: Black Flag]]'' – {{Cite\|23 Nov 2022. Chapters}}</ref>		Due to his treachery, few mourned Duncan's passing; when Edward later met Robert Walpole, the man thanked him for killing Duncan, having thought of his cousin as a man lacking in scruples, willing to serve whoever paid the highest price and betray even those who trusted him with their lives.<ref name="BF Novel">''[[Assassin's Creed: Black Flag]]'' – {{Cite\|23 Nov 2022. Chapters}}</ref>

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	Three centuries later, the Templar [[Juhani Otso Berg]] considered Duncan one of his main sources of inspiration and saw his story both as a tragedy and as an example of why the Templars' [[New World Order\|goals]] should welcome individual accomplishments from the Order's members.<ref name="ACRG">''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[Numbskull's personal files]]: "Berg's Inspiration – Duncan Walpole"</ref> In 2015, [[Isabelle Ardant]] included Duncan's name on a list of known British Assassins. This list was later unveiled by the Assassins [[Rebecca Crane]] and [[Shaun Hastings]] when they infiltrated Ardant's office to plant a bug.<ref name='ACS">''[[Assassin's Creed: Syndicate]]'' – [[21st century conversations#Assassin's Creed: Syndicate\|Modern day]]</ref>		Three centuries later, the Templar [[Juhani Otso Berg]] considered Duncan one of his main sources of inspiration and saw his story both as a tragedy and as an example of why the Templars' [[New World Order\|goals]] should welcome individual accomplishments from the Order's members.<ref name="ACRG">''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]'' – [[Numbskull's personal files]]: "Berg's Inspiration – Duncan Walpole"</ref> In 2015, [[Isabelle Ardant]] included Duncan's name on a list of known British Assassins. This list was later unveiled by the Assassins [[Rebecca Crane]] and [[Shaun Hastings]] when they infiltrated Ardant's office to plant a bug.<ref name='ACS">''[[Assassin's Creed: Syndicate]]'' – [[21st century conversations#Assassin's Creed: Syndicate\|Modern day]]</ref>

	At some point during his life, Duncan fathered at least one child, who became an ancestor of the Assassin [[Nathan]]. By 2016, Nathan had been kidnapped by the Templars, who hoped to learn more about Duncan's life while exploring the young man's DNA using the [[Animus]].<ref name="Movie Novel" />		At some point during his life, Duncan fathered at least one child, who became an ancestor of the Assassin [[Nathan]]. By 2016, Nathan had been kidnapped by the Templars, who hoped to learn more about Duncan's life while exploring the young man's DNA using the [[Animus]]. In being made to relive his ancestor's [[Genetic memory\|genetic memories]], Nathan began to suffer from a strong [[Bleeding Effect]], feeling Duncan's personality seeping into his own.<ref name="Movie Novel" /> This would inadvertently lead to Nathan's demise, during a riot staged by his fellow prisoners, when Duncan's arrogance blinded the young Assassin and prevented him from noticing a [[Soldier\|guard]] who snuck up on him and ended his life.<ref name="Film">[[Assassin's Creed (film)\|''Assassin's Creed'' film]]</ref>

	==Personality and traits==		==Personality and traits==
	{{Quote\|Bloody fucking pirates!\|Duncan expressing his contempt for pirates, 1715.\|Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag\|Edward Kenway (memory)}}		{{Quote\|Bloody fucking pirates!\|Duncan expressing his contempt for pirates, 1715.\|Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag\|Edward Kenway (memory)}}
	[[File:Edward Kenway Memory 11.png\|thumb\|250px\|Duncan pointing his ~~gun~~ at Edward Kenway]]		[[File:Edward Kenway Memory 11.png\|thumb\|250px\|Duncan pointing his pistol at Edward Kenway]]
	Allegedly described by [[Woodes Rogers]]' wife as "devilishly handsome",<ref name="Mister Walpole" /> Duncan was rash and hot tempered, which led to clashes with authority within both the Royal Navy and the Brotherhood. Ambitious to a fault, Duncan saw the Assassins as stifling his potential for fortune and recognition, which led to his eventual betrayal of the Brotherhood in ~~1714~~.<ref name="Database" />		Allegedly described by [[Woodes Rogers]]' wife as "devilishly handsome",<ref name="Mister Walpole" /> Duncan was rash and hot tempered, which led to clashes with authority within both the Royal Navy and the Brotherhood. Ambitious to a fault, Duncan saw the Assassins as stifling his potential for fortune and recognition, which led to his eventual betrayal of the Brotherhood in 1715.<ref name="Database" />

	In one of his letters to Laureano Torres, Duncan expressed his desire to kill Ah Tabai, though he did not carry out this intention before his departure.<ref name="Man Called the Sage">''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[A Man They Call the Sage]]</ref>		In one of his letters to Laureano Torres, Duncan expressed his desire to kill Ah Tabai, though he did not carry out this intention before his departure.<ref name="Man Called the Sage">''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[A Man They Call the Sage]]</ref>

	===Skills and equipment===		===Skills and equipment===
	Having served in the Royal Navy for three years, Duncan was an experienced sailor.<ref name="Database" /> As well as this, he possessed the [[freerunning]] skills expected of a Master Assassin, capable of performing a [[Leap of Faith]] even while seriously injured.<ref name="Edward Kenway" />		Having served in the Royal Navy for three years, Duncan was an experienced sailor.<ref name="Database" /> As well as this, he possessed the [[freerunning]] skills expected of a Master Assassin, being capable of performing a [[Leap of Faith]] even while seriously injured.<ref name="Edward Kenway" />

	Duncan was also well-versed in deception, as shown by his success in fooling not only Ah Tabai, but his fellow Assassins as well.<ref name="Database" /> In terms of equipment, he possessed a [[sword]], dual Hidden Blades, and a pair of [[Firearm\|flintlock pistols]].<ref name="Edward Kenway" />		Duncan was also well-versed in deception, as shown by his success in fooling not only Ah Tabai, but his fellow Assassins as well.<ref name="Database" /> In terms of equipment, he possessed a [[sword]], dual Hidden Blades, and a pair of [[Firearm\|flintlock pistols]].<ref name="Edward Kenway" />

	==Behind the scenes==		==Behind the scenes==
	Duncan Walpole is a character introduced in the 2013 video game ''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'', where he serves as the first assassination target, providing Edward with the Assassin robes he would use ~~through~~ most ~~of the events~~ of the game as well as indirectly leading him to the greater part of the plot.		Duncan Walpole is a character introduced in the 2013 video game ''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'', where he serves as the first assassination target, providing Edward with the Assassin robes he would use throughout most of the game as well as indirectly leading him to the greater part of the plot.

	Although Duncan has since been mentioned in other works within the [[Assassin's Creed (series)\|franchise]], his only other substantial role was in the [[Assassin's Creed: The Official Movie Novelization\|novelization]] of the 2016 [[Assassin's Creed (film)\|''Assassin's Creed'' film]], which expands upon his story, as well as that of his descendant Nathan.		Although Duncan has since been mentioned in other works within the [[Assassin's Creed (series)\|franchise]], his only other substantial role was in the [[Assassin's Creed: The Official Movie Novelization\|novelization]] of the 2016 [[Assassin's Creed (film)\|''Assassin's Creed'' film]], which expands upon his story, as well as that of his descendant Nathan.
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	In 1714, Duncan was told to meet Randall at Mrs. Salmon's Waxworks, an instruction he begrudgingly obliged. Arriving late, he immediately entered into an argument with the Mentor, who lectured Duncan on the Brotherhood's ideals and his lack of respect. The Master Assassin was subsequently informed about his new assignment, which was to travel to the [[Caribbean\|West Indies]] and assist the local Mentor, [[Ah Tabai]], in his hunt for a [[Sage]]. Displeased with the idea, Duncan protested, claiming he could not simply leave the East India Company.<ref name="Movie Novel">''[[Assassin's Creed: The Official Movie Novelization]]'' – Regressions – Subject: Nathan</ref>		In 1714, Duncan was told to meet Randall at Mrs. Salmon's Waxworks, an instruction he begrudgingly obliged. Arriving late, he immediately entered into an argument with the Mentor, who lectured Duncan on the Brotherhood's ideals and his lack of respect. The Master Assassin was subsequently informed about his new assignment, which was to travel to the [[Caribbean\|West Indies]] and assist the local Mentor, [[Ah Tabai]], in his hunt for a [[Sage]]. Displeased with the idea, Duncan protested, claiming he could not simply leave the East India Company.<ref name="Movie Novel">''[[Assassin's Creed: The Official Movie Novelization]]'' – Regressions – Subject: Nathan</ref>

	However, Randall then revealed that there was another reason for Duncan's sudden relocation: the Templars at the company had learned of hi ties to the Brotherhood, putting them all in jeopardy. Bitter about the fact that his ambition was being stifled by the Assassins and that he supposedly needed additional training from Ah Tabai, Duncan turned down the mission and departed. Nevertheless, Randall was confident that the Master Assassin would come around, as he had before.<ref name="Movie Novel" />		However, Randall then revealed that there was another reason for Duncan's sudden relocation: the Templars at the company had learned of his ties to the Brotherhood, putting them all in jeopardy. Bitter about the fact that his ambition was being stifled by the Assassins and that he supposedly needed additional training from Ah Tabai, Duncan turned down the mission and departed. Nevertheless, Randall was confident that the Master Assassin would come around, as he had before.<ref name="Movie Novel" />

	Later that day, at the {{Wiki\|East India House}}, Duncan spotted [[Henry Spencer]], a member of the company's Court of Directors and a Templar, according to Randall. Tailing the man to a [[tavern]], the Master Assassin decided to strike up a conversation with him, during which it became clear that Spencer was indeed a member of the Order and knew of Duncan's own allegiance. In spite of this, the exchange proceeded peacefully; after Spencer had departed, Duncan followed, intending to assassinate him.<ref name="Movie Novel" />		Later that day, at the {{Wiki\|East India House}}, Duncan spotted [[Henry Spencer]], a member of the company's Court of Directors and a Templar, according to Randall. Tailing the man to a [[tavern]], the Master Assassin decided to strike up a conversation with him, during which it became clear that Spencer was indeed a member of the Order and knew of Duncan's own allegiance. In spite of this, the exchange proceeded peacefully; after Spencer had departed, Duncan followed, intending to assassinate him.<ref name="Movie Novel" />

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	In one of his letters to Laureano Torres, Duncan expressed his desire to kill Ah Tabai, though he did not carry out this intention before his departure.<ref name="Man Called the Sage">''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[A Man They Call the Sage]]</ref>		In one of his letters to Laureano Torres, Duncan expressed his desire to kill Ah Tabai, though he did not carry out this intention before his departure.<ref name="Man Called the Sage">''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[A Man They Call the Sage]]</ref>

	===~~Equipment~~ and ~~skills~~===		===Skills and equipment===
	Having served in the Royal Navy for three years, Duncan was an experienced sailor.<ref name="Database" /> As well as this, he possessed the [[freerunning]] skills expected of a Master Assassin, capable of performing a [[Leap of Faith]] even while seriously injured.<ref name="Edward Kenway" />		Having served in the Royal Navy for three years, Duncan was an experienced sailor.<ref name="Database" /> As well as this, he possessed the [[freerunning]] skills expected of a Master Assassin, capable of performing a [[Leap of Faith]] even while seriously injured.<ref name="Edward Kenway" />

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	{{Quote\|Thirteen years ago when we met, you were all on fire to make a difference. To make things better. You despised the exclusivity the Templars stood for and their desire to control everyone and everything. You believed in freedom.\|Randall to Duncan, 1714.\|Assassin's Creed: The Official Movie Novelization}}		{{Quote\|Thirteen years ago when we met, you were all on fire to make a difference. To make things better. You despised the exclusivity the Templars stood for and their desire to control everyone and everything. You believed in freedom.\|Phillip Randall to Duncan, 1714.\|Assassin's Creed: The Official Movie Novelization}}
	The second cousin of [[Robert Walpole]], [[United Kingdom\|Britain]]'s first {{Wiki\|Prime Minister of the United Kingdom\|Prime Minister}}, Duncan's early life was one of relative comfort and ease. At the age of 18, he enlisted in the [[Royal Navy]] as a mid-shipman, hoping to become a naval officer. However, Duncan's impulsive nature and immoderate temper prevented him from rising quickly through the ranks, causing him to become frustrated with his progress.<ref name="Database">''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Database: Duncan Walpole]]</ref>		The second cousin of [[Robert Walpole]], [[United Kingdom\|Britain]]'s first {{Wiki\|Prime Minister of the United Kingdom\|Prime Minister}}, Duncan's early life was one of relative comfort and ease. At the age of 18, he enlisted in the [[Royal Navy]] as a mid-shipman, hoping to become a naval officer. However, Duncan's impulsive nature and immoderate temper prevented him from rising quickly through the ranks, causing him to become frustrated with his progress.<ref name="Database">''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Database: Duncan Walpole]]</ref>

	After three years, Duncan gave up on the navy and instead sought his fortune with the [[East India Company]]. There, he befriended a sailor, who introduced Duncan to the [[Assassins\|Assassin Brotherhood]] and [[The Creed\|its teachings]]. Although wary at first, Duncan soon grew to serve the Brotherhood with a fervor and drive he had not known in the navy.<ref name="Database" />		After three years, Duncan gave up on the navy and instead sought his fortune with the [[East India Company]]. There, he befriended a sailor, who introduced Duncan to the [[Assassins\|Assassin Brotherhood]] and [[The Creed\|its teachings]]. Although wary at first, Duncan soon grew to serve the Brotherhood with a fervor and drive he had not known in the navy.<ref name="Database" />

	~~Trained~~ under [[Phillip Randall]], the [[Mentor]] of the [[British Brotherhood of Assassins\|British Brotherhood]], Duncan's reputation increased along with his skills, leading him to eventually become a full-fledged [[Master Assassin]].<ref name="Encyclopedia">''[[Assassin's Creed Encyclopedia]]''</ref> However, his impulsiveness and temper – coupled with a growing arrogance – continued to be liabilities and often led him to clash with the senior members of the Brotherhood. Despite this, Duncan remained loyal to the Assassins and his talents made him one of the Order's most valuable assets.<ref name="Database" />		Training under [[Phillip Randall]], the [[Mentor]] of the [[British Brotherhood of Assassins\|British Brotherhood]], Duncan's reputation increased along with his skills, leading him to eventually become a full-fledged [[Master Assassin]].<ref name="Encyclopedia">''[[Assassin's Creed Encyclopedia]]''</ref> However, his impulsiveness and temper – coupled with a growing arrogance – continued to be liabilities and often led him to clash with the senior members of the Brotherhood. Despite this, Duncan remained loyal to the Assassins and his talents made him one of the Order's most valuable assets.<ref name="Database" />

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	{{Quote\|Although Duncan's story does not have a happy ending, it clearly demonstrates that the Templars' highest goals of peace and order need not exclude personal success and achievement.\|Juhani Otso Berg, 2014.\|Assassin's Creed: Rogue\|Numbskull's personal files}}		{{Quote\|Although Duncan's story does not have a happy ending, it clearly demonstrates that the Templars' highest goals of peace and order need not exclude personal success and achievement.\|Juhani Otso Berg, 2014.\|Assassin's Creed: Rogue\|Numbskull's personal files}}
	[[File:Edward Kenway Memory 17.png\|thumb\|left\|250px\|Edward donning Duncan's robes]]		[[File:Edward Kenway Memory 17.png\|thumb\|left\|250px\|Edward donning Duncan's robes]]
	Due to his treachery, few mourned Duncan's passing; when Edward later met Robert Walpole, the man thanked him, having thought of his cousin as a man lacking in scruples, willing to serve whoever paid the highest price and betray even those who trusted him with their lives.<ref name="BF Novel">''[[Assassin's Creed: Black Flag]]'' – {{Cite\|23 Nov 2022. Chapters}}</ref>		Due to his treachery, few mourned Duncan's passing; when Edward later met Robert Walpole, the man thanked him for killing Duncan, having thought of his cousin as a man lacking in scruples, willing to serve whoever paid the highest price and betray even those who trusted him with their lives.<ref name="BF Novel">''[[Assassin's Creed: Black Flag]]'' – {{Cite\|23 Nov 2022. Chapters}}</ref>

	The Assassins themselves were infuriated by Duncan's treachery, particularly Ah Tabai, and were gratified to learn of his death.<ref name="Nothing Is True">''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Nothing Is True...]]</ref> However, the maps Duncan had stolen and which Edward unknowingly sold to the Templars placed many of his former brothers and sisters in grave danger, as well as causing them to lose their advantage over the Templars.<ref name="Mister Walpole" /> Even his aspiring Templar allies did not show much regret for his death based on Duncan as a person, merely lamenting the loss of his skills and potential.<ref name="Claiming What's Due">''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Claiming What's Due]]</ref>		The Assassins themselves were infuriated by Duncan's treachery, particularly Ah Tabai, and were gratified to learn of his death.<ref name="Nothing Is True">''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Nothing Is True...]]</ref> However, the maps Duncan had stolen and which Edward unknowingly sold to the Templars placed many of his former brothers and sisters in grave danger, as well as causing them to lose their advantage over the Templars.<ref name="Mister Walpole" /> Even his aspiring Templar allies did not show much regret for his death based on Duncan as a person, merely lamenting the loss of his skills and potential.<ref name="Claiming What's Due">''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Claiming What's Due]]</ref>

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