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Soranin at 12:10, 4 May 2026

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	[[File:Fists I v.png\|~~200px~~\|thumb\|The Animus' icon for fists]]		[[File:Fists I v.png\|230px\|thumb\|The Animus' icon for fists]]
	A '''fist''' is a hand which has its fingers and thumbs retracted by curling them into the palm. Forming a hand into this shape displays the knuckles thereby augmenting the injury one inflicts by thrusting one's hand forward, a maneuver known as '''punching'''.		A '''fist''' is a hand which has its fingers and thumbs retracted by curling them into the palm. Forming a hand into this shape displays the knuckles thereby augmenting the injury one inflicts by thrusting one's hand forward, a maneuver known as '''punching'''. As a result, using fists is one of the most rudimentary forms of combat and the basic means by which a [[humans\|human]] individual can fight unarmed.

	~~As a result, using fists is one of the most rudimentary forms of combat and the basic means by which a [[humans\|human]] individual can fight unarmed.~~
	With sufficient force and intensity, a individual may beat another to death with his own fists by inflicting blunt force trauma. However, unarmed combat is also among the most non-lethal means of combat; street fighters and [[Assassin]]s who do not wish to deal permanent harm to their adversaries may defer to pure fisticuffs to knock them unconscious instead.		With sufficient force and intensity, a individual may beat another to death with his own fists by inflicting blunt force trauma. However, unarmed combat is also among the most non-lethal means of combat; street fighters and [[Assassin]]s who do not wish to deal permanent harm to their adversaries may defer to pure fisticuffs to knock them unconscious instead.

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	*Mixed martial arts were incorporated into Connor's unarmed animation set, much like those featured in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.<ref>[http://www.gameranx.com/updates/id/7850/article/assassin-s-creed-3-attack-moves-featured-by-the-ufc/ Gameranx: ''Assassin's Creed III'' attack moves featured by the UFC]</ref>		*Mixed martial arts were incorporated into Connor's unarmed animation set, much like those featured in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.<ref>[http://www.gameranx.com/updates/id/7850/article/assassin-s-creed-3-attack-moves-featured-by-the-ufc/ Gameranx: ''Assassin's Creed III'' attack moves featured by the UFC]</ref>
	*''[[Assassin's Creed: Unity]]'' is the only main game in the series that do not feature fists as a selectable option in combat. However, [[Arno Dorian\|Arno]] does punch his opponents in certain parrying animations, and can non-lethally knock out enemies outside of combat via chokeholds.		*''[[Assassin's Creed: Unity]]'' is the only main game in the series that do not feature fists as a selectable option in combat. However, [[Arno Dorian\|Arno]] does punch his opponents in certain parrying animations, and can non-lethally knock out enemies outside of combat via chokeholds.
	*In ''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'', prior to acquiring a [[sword]] and [[Short Blade\|dagger]] in the memory "[[A New Beginning]]", [[Basim Ibn Ishaq]] can use his fists to fight enemies. However, once he obtains a sword and dagger, he cannot use his fists anymore; the only exception is during certain memories where Basim dons a disguise and unequips his weapons, such as "[[The Servant and the Impostor]]". He will also uses his fists to stealthily incapacitate enemies before obtaining the [[Hidden Blade]], and will likewise stop performing unarmed takedowns after acquiring the latter.		*In ''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'', prior to acquiring a [[sword]] and [[Short Blade\|dagger]] in the memory "[[A New Beginning]]", [[Basim Ibn Ishaq\|Basim]] can use his fists to fight enemies. However, once he obtains a sword and dagger, he cannot use his fists anymore; the only exception is during certain memories where Basim dons a disguise and unequips his weapons, such as "[[The Servant and the Impostor]]". He will also uses his fists to stealthily incapacitate enemies before obtaining the [[Hidden Blade]], and will likewise stop performing unarmed takedowns after acquiring the latter.

	==References==		==References==

imported>Gener4l Cl4ank4 at 19:53, 12 August 2025

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	[[File:Fists I v.png\|~~100px~~\|thumb\|The Animus' icon for fists]]
	A '''fist''' is a hand which has its fingers and thumbs retracted by curling them into the palm. Forming a hand into this shape displays the knuckles thereby augmenting the injury one inflicts by thrusting one's hand forward, a maneuver known as '''punching'''.		A '''fist''' is a hand which has its fingers and thumbs retracted by curling them into the palm. Forming a hand into this shape displays the knuckles thereby augmenting the injury one inflicts by thrusting one's hand forward, a maneuver known as '''punching'''.

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	[[Altaïr Ibn-La'Ahad]] could use his fists to fight or stun enemies at any time, though they were significantly ineffective against armed opponents, as Altaïr could not perform combo kills or counterattacks as with any other weapon; he also could not block sword strikes nor dodge attacks while wielding fists.<ref name="AC">''[[Assassin's Creed]]''</ref>		[[Altaïr Ibn-La'Ahad]] could use his fists to fight or stun enemies at any time, though they were significantly ineffective against armed opponents, as Altaïr could not perform combo kills or counterattacks as with any other weapon; he also could not block sword strikes nor dodge attacks while wielding fists.<ref name="AC">''[[Assassin's Creed]]''</ref>

	Because of their rank, [[novice]] Assassins were not allowed to carry weapons, and thus needed to avoid fights or resort to using their fists. Higher-ranked Assassins also used unarmed fighting to [[~~Interrogation\|interrogate~~]] ~~a target~~, or after being caught by [[~~thugs~~]] while attempting to [[Pickpocketing\|pickpocket]] [[throwing knives]].<ref name="AC"/>		Because of their rank, [[novice]] Assassins were not allowed to carry weapons, and thus needed to avoid fights or resort to using their fists. Higher-ranked Assassins also used unarmed fighting to subdue a target before [[interrogation]], or after being caught by [[thug]]s while attempting to [[Pickpocketing\|pickpocket]] [[throwing knives]] from them.<ref name="AC"/>

	Using fists in a fight against civilians also did not raise suspicion with the [[guards]], who would only intervene if they themselves were attacked or if the Assassin drew their weapon during the fight.<ref name="AC"/>		Using fists in a fight against civilians also did not raise suspicion with the [[guards]], who would only intervene if they themselves were attacked or if the Assassin drew their weapon during the fight.<ref name="AC"/>
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	Fists also became a more viable option for combat when the [[Metal Cestus]], a hard steel hand-guard, was purchased from [[blacksmiths]].<ref name="AC2"/>		Fists also became a more viable option for combat when the [[Metal Cestus]], a hard steel hand-guard, was purchased from [[blacksmiths]].<ref name="AC2"/>

	[[File:Caserma di Alviano 3.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|The Caserma di Alviano Fight Club]]		[[File:Caserma di Alviano 3.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|The Caserma di Alviano's Fight Club]]
	Guards eventually learned to throw sand in Ezio's face as well, though unlike him they could do so while still holding onto their weapons. Ezio could only perform the same move with his weapon equipped as long as he had no bullets or throwing knives left.<ref name="ACB"/>		Guards eventually learned to throw sand in Ezio's face as well, though unlike him they could do so while still holding onto their weapons. Ezio could only perform the same move with his weapon equipped as long as he had no bullets or throwing knives left.<ref name="ACB"/>

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	===Golden Age of Piracy===		===Golden Age of Piracy===
	~~In the years between~~ 1715 and 1722, [[Edward Kenway]] would fight several brutes present at local taverns and bars throughout the [[Caribbean\|West Indies]] in order to gain access to the establishment's bartender, who would then provide him with information concerning naval convoys or hidden treasure maps.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]''</ref>		Between 1715 and 1722, [[Edward Kenway]] would fight several brutes present at local taverns and bars throughout the [[Caribbean\|West Indies]] in order to gain access to the establishment's bartender, who would then provide him with information concerning naval convoys or hidden treasure maps.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]''</ref>

			===Seven Years' War===
			During the [[Seven Years' War]], [[Shay Cormac]] similarly had to defeat several [[gang]] members inside taverns throughout the [[Atlantic Ocean\|North Atlantic]], [[River Valley]], and [[New York City]] in order to be able to speak with the bartender and uncover the locations of naval convoys.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Rogue]]''</ref>

	===American Revolution===		===American Revolution===
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	===Modern times===		===Modern times===
	[[File:Zw-desmond-fighting.png\|thumb\|left\|250px\|Desmond and Lucy fighting off Abstergo guards]]		[[File:Zw-desmond-fighting.png\|thumb\|left\|250px\|Desmond and Lucy fighting off Abstergo guards]]
	Upon escaping [[Abstergo Industries]] with [[Lucy Stillman]], [[Desmond Miles]] did not wield a weapon and was forced to fist-fight the Abstergo security ~~officers~~ attempting to detain him.<ref name="AC2"/>		Upon escaping [[Abstergo Industries]] with [[Lucy Stillman]], [[Desmond Miles]] did not wield a weapon and was forced to fist-fight the Abstergo security guards attempting to detain him.<ref name="AC2"/>

	Though his abilities were initially rather limited, over time he was able to gain Ezio's fist-fighting skills through the [[Bleeding Effect]]. After this, he became able to perform counters and disarm his enemies.<ref name="AC2"/>		Though his abilities were initially rather limited, over time he was able to gain Ezio's fist-fighting skills through the [[Bleeding Effect]]. After this, he became able to perform counters and disarm his enemies.<ref name="AC2"/>
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	*Mixed martial arts were incorporated into Connor's unarmed animation set, much like those featured in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.<ref>[http://www.gameranx.com/updates/id/7850/article/assassin-s-creed-3-attack-moves-featured-by-the-ufc/ Gameranx: ''Assassin's Creed III'' attack moves featured by the UFC]</ref>		*Mixed martial arts were incorporated into Connor's unarmed animation set, much like those featured in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.<ref>[http://www.gameranx.com/updates/id/7850/article/assassin-s-creed-3-attack-moves-featured-by-the-ufc/ Gameranx: ''Assassin's Creed III'' attack moves featured by the UFC]</ref>
	*''[[Assassin's Creed: Unity]]'' is the only main game in the series that do not feature fists as a selectable option in combat. However, [[Arno Dorian\|Arno]] does punch his opponents in certain parrying animations, and can non-lethally knock out enemies outside of combat via chokeholds.		*''[[Assassin's Creed: Unity]]'' is the only main game in the series that do not feature fists as a selectable option in combat. However, [[Arno Dorian\|Arno]] does punch his opponents in certain parrying animations, and can non-lethally knock out enemies outside of combat via chokeholds.
	*In ''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'', prior to acquiring a [[sword]] and [[Short Blade\|dagger]] in [[A New Beginning]], [[Basim]] can use his fists to fight enemies. However, once he obtains a sword and dagger, he cannot use his fists anymore; the only exception is during certain memories where Basim dons a disguise and unequips his weapons, such as [[The Servant and the Impostor]]. He will also uses his fists to stealthily incapacitate enemies before obtaining the [[Hidden Blade]], and will likewise stop performing unarmed takedowns after acquiring the latter.		*In ''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'', prior to acquiring a [[sword]] and [[Short Blade\|dagger]] in the memory "[[A New Beginning]]", [[Basim Ibn Ishaq]] can use his fists to fight enemies. However, once he obtains a sword and dagger, he cannot use his fists anymore; the only exception is during certain memories where Basim dons a disguise and unequips his weapons, such as "[[The Servant and the Impostor]]". He will also uses his fists to stealthily incapacitate enemies before obtaining the [[Hidden Blade]], and will likewise stop performing unarmed takedowns after acquiring the latter.

	==References==		==References==

imported>Soranin: Reverted edits by Informer232 (talk) to last revision by KonoITACHI

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	[[File:Fists I v.png\|100px\|thumb\|The Animus' icon for fists]]		[[File:Fists I v.png\|100px\|thumb\|The Animus' icon for fists]]
	A '''fist''' is a ~~weapon available in~~ the ~~Assassin~~'s ~~Creed games~~, and ~~refers to~~ the ~~use of~~ unarmed ~~combat~~. ~~It is the default weapon active when no other weapon is drawn~~. ~~Unarmed~~ combat is a non-lethal ~~method~~ of ~~neutralising an opponent, although certain unarmed techniques can create openings for a lethal followthrough using a weapon~~.		A '''fist''' is a hand which has its fingers and thumbs retracted by curling them into the palm. Forming a hand into this shape displays the knuckles thereby augmenting the injury one inflicts by thrusting one's hand forward, a maneuver known as '''punching'''.

			As a result, using fists is one of the most rudimentary forms of combat and the basic means by which a [[humans\|human]] individual can fight unarmed.
			With sufficient force and intensity, a individual may beat another to death with his own fists by inflicting blunt force trauma. However, unarmed combat is also among the most non-lethal means of combat; street fighters and [[Assassin]]s who do not wish to deal permanent harm to their adversaries may defer to pure fisticuffs to knock them unconscious instead.

	==History==		==History==

imported>Informer232 at 23:47, 5 December 2024

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	[[File:Fists I v.png\|100px\|thumb\|The Animus' icon for fists]]		[[File:Fists I v.png\|100px\|thumb\|The Animus' icon for fists]]
	A '''fist''' is a ~~hand which has its fingers and thumbs retracted by curling them into~~ the ~~palm. Forming a hand into this shape displays the knuckles thereby augmenting the injury one inflicts by thrusting one~~'s ~~hand forward~~, ~~a maneuver known as '''punching'''.~~		A '''fist''' is a weapon available in the Assassin's Creed games, and refers to the use of unarmed combat. It is the default weapon active when no other weapon is drawn. Unarmed combat is a non-lethal method of neutralising an opponent, although certain unarmed techniques can create openings for a lethal followthrough using a weapon.

	~~As a result, using fists is one of~~ the ~~most rudimentary forms~~ of combat ~~and~~ the ~~basic means by which a [[humans\|human]] individual can fight unarmed~~.
	~~With sufficient force and intensity, a individual may beat another to death with his own fists by inflicting blunt force trauma. However, unarmed~~ combat is ~~also among the most~~ non-lethal ~~means~~ of ~~combat; street fighters and [[Assassin]]s who do not wish to deal permanent harm to their adversaries may defer to pure fisticuffs to knock them unconscious instead~~.

	==History==		==History==

imported>KonoITACHI at 03:16, 8 December 2023

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	*Mixed martial arts were incorporated into Connor's unarmed animation set, much like those featured in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.<ref>[http://www.gameranx.com/updates/id/7850/article/assassin-s-creed-3-attack-moves-featured-by-the-ufc/ Gameranx: ''Assassin's Creed III'' attack moves featured by the UFC]</ref>		*Mixed martial arts were incorporated into Connor's unarmed animation set, much like those featured in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.<ref>[http://www.gameranx.com/updates/id/7850/article/assassin-s-creed-3-attack-moves-featured-by-the-ufc/ Gameranx: ''Assassin's Creed III'' attack moves featured by the UFC]</ref>
	*''[[Assassin's Creed: Unity]]'' is the only main game in the series that do not feature fists as a selectable option in combat. However, [[Arno Dorian\|Arno]] does punch his opponents in certain parrying animations, and can non-lethally knock out enemies outside of combat via chokeholds.		*''[[Assassin's Creed: Unity]]'' is the only main game in the series that do not feature fists as a selectable option in combat. However, [[Arno Dorian\|Arno]] does punch his opponents in certain parrying animations, and can non-lethally knock out enemies outside of combat via chokeholds.
	*In ''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'', prior to acquiring a [[sword]] and [[Short Blade\|dagger]] in [[A New Beginning]], [[Basim]] can use his fists to fight enemies. However, once he obtains a sword and dagger, he cannot use his fists anymore. He will also uses his fists to stealthily incapacitate enemies before obtaining the [[Hidden Blade]], and will likewise stop performing unarmed takedowns after acquiring the latter.		*In ''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'', prior to acquiring a [[sword]] and [[Short Blade\|dagger]] in [[A New Beginning]], [[Basim]] can use his fists to fight enemies. However, once he obtains a sword and dagger, he cannot use his fists anymore; the only exception is during certain memories where Basim dons a disguise and unequips his weapons, such as [[The Servant and the Impostor]]. He will also uses his fists to stealthily incapacitate enemies before obtaining the [[Hidden Blade]], and will likewise stop performing unarmed takedowns after acquiring the latter.

	==References==		==References==

imported>KonoITACHI at 20:19, 3 December 2023

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	*Mixed martial arts were incorporated into Connor's unarmed animation set, much like those featured in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.<ref>[http://www.gameranx.com/updates/id/7850/article/assassin-s-creed-3-attack-moves-featured-by-the-ufc/ Gameranx: ''Assassin's Creed III'' attack moves featured by the UFC]</ref>		*Mixed martial arts were incorporated into Connor's unarmed animation set, much like those featured in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.<ref>[http://www.gameranx.com/updates/id/7850/article/assassin-s-creed-3-attack-moves-featured-by-the-ufc/ Gameranx: ''Assassin's Creed III'' attack moves featured by the UFC]</ref>
	*''[[Assassin's Creed: Unity]]'' is the only main game in the series that do not feature fists as a selectable option in combat. However, [[Arno Dorian\|Arno]] does punch his opponents in certain parrying animations, and can non-lethally knock out enemies outside of combat via chokeholds.		*''[[Assassin's Creed: Unity]]'' is the only main game in the series that do not feature fists as a selectable option in combat. However, [[Arno Dorian\|Arno]] does punch his opponents in certain parrying animations, and can non-lethally knock out enemies outside of combat via chokeholds.
	*In ''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'', prior to acquiring a [[sword]] and [[Short Blade\|dagger]] in [[A New Beginning]], [[Basim]] can use his fists to fight enemies. However, once he obtains a sword and dagger, he cannot use his fists anymore.		*In ''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'', prior to acquiring a [[sword]] and [[Short Blade\|dagger]] in [[A New Beginning]], [[Basim]] can use his fists to fight enemies. However, once he obtains a sword and dagger, he cannot use his fists anymore. He will also uses his fists to stealthily incapacitate enemies before obtaining the [[Hidden Blade]], and will likewise stop performing unarmed takedowns after acquiring the latter.

	==References==		==References==

imported>Piero.schiavone1994: /* History */

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imported>KonoITACHI at 19:53, 21 October 2023

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	*Mixed martial arts were incorporated into Connor's unarmed animation set, much like those featured in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.<ref>[http://www.gameranx.com/updates/id/7850/article/assassin-s-creed-3-attack-moves-featured-by-the-ufc/ Gameranx: ''Assassin's Creed III'' attack moves featured by the UFC]</ref>		*Mixed martial arts were incorporated into Connor's unarmed animation set, much like those featured in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.<ref>[http://www.gameranx.com/updates/id/7850/article/assassin-s-creed-3-attack-moves-featured-by-the-ufc/ Gameranx: ''Assassin's Creed III'' attack moves featured by the UFC]</ref>
	*''[[Assassin's Creed: Unity]]'' is the only main game in the series that do not feature fists as a selectable option in combat. However, [[Arno Dorian\|Arno]] does punch his opponents in certain parrying animations, and can non-lethally knock out enemies outside of combat via chokeholds.		*''[[Assassin's Creed: Unity]]'' is the only main game in the series that do not feature fists as a selectable option in combat. However, [[Arno Dorian\|Arno]] does punch his opponents in certain parrying animations, and can non-lethally knock out enemies outside of combat via chokeholds.
			*In ''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'', prior to acquiring a [[sword]] and [[Short Blade\|dagger]] in [[A New Beginning]], [[Basim]] can use his fists to fight enemies. However, once he obtains a sword and dagger, he cannot use his fists to attack again.

	==References==		==References==

imported>Microwave174: Added more relating to Syndicate and slightly altered a trivia point (sometimes enemies are counted as killed when taken down with fists, when pushed into objects or off ledges).

2023-10-09T19:33:45Z

Added more relating to Syndicate and slightly altered a trivia point (sometimes enemies are counted as killed when taken down with fists, when pushed into objects or off ledges).

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	===Victorian era===		===Victorian era===
	Due to strict regulations on open possession of weapons, the majority of conflicts between criminal gangs were drawn out with fistfights, although some incorporated [[brass knuckles]] as well.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Syndicate]]''</ref>		Due to strict regulations on open possession of weapons, the majority of conflicts between criminal gangs were drawn out with fistfights, although some incorporated [[brass knuckles]] as well.<ref name="ACS">''[[Assassin's Creed: Syndicate]]''</ref>

			The Assassin twins [[Jacob Frye\|Jacob]] and [[Evie Frye]] participated in fight clubs run by the bookie [[Robert Topping]]. After winning all of the rounds at each location, as well as completing Robert's races, he rewarded them with some powerful [[cane-sword]]s.<ref name="ACS"/>

	===Modern times===		===Modern times===
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	*The [[Assassin's Creed II achievements\|achievement]] "'''Messer Sandman'''" could be earned by throwing sand at four guards at once; a skill that Ezio could learn from the instructor at [[Monteriggioni]].		*The [[Assassin's Creed II achievements\|achievement]] "'''Messer Sandman'''" could be earned by throwing sand at four guards at once; a skill that Ezio could learn from the instructor at [[Monteriggioni]].
	*When Ezio successfully disarmed a guard and continued to use his weapon, the bottom-left hand of the [[Animus]] display remained as the fist icon, unless the Assassin had no weapon of his own. In this case, Ezio would confiscate the guard's weapon for himself.		*When Ezio successfully disarmed a guard and continued to use his weapon, the bottom-left hand of the [[Animus]] display remained as the fist icon, unless the Assassin had no weapon of his own. In this case, Ezio would confiscate the guard's weapon for himself.
	*Despite seemingly lethal actions, such as those that appear to break the enemy's neck, targets defeated with fists will ~~only~~ appear to be knocked out, and not counted by the games as dead.		*Despite seemingly lethal actions, such as those that appear to break the enemy's neck, targets defeated with fists will often appear to be knocked out, and not counted by the games as dead.
	**In ''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' and ''[[Assassin's Creed: Revelations]]'', however, particularly during missions where full synchronization requires Ezio to not kill anyone, knocking out a guard using fists will still count as a kill.		**In ''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' and ''[[Assassin's Creed: Revelations]]'', however, particularly during missions where full synchronization requires Ezio to not kill anyone, knocking out a guard using fists will still count as a kill.
	*In the ''[[Assassin's Creed II]]'' memory "[[Last Man Standing]]," it was possible to disarm the attacking Brutes, but not the normal guards.		*In the ''[[Assassin's Creed II]]'' memory "[[Last Man Standing]]," it was possible to disarm the attacking Brutes, but not the normal guards.

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	===Middle Ages===		===Middle Ages===
	[[File:AC1 Fistfight.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|Altaïr fighting a herald]]		[[File:AC1 Fistfight.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|Altaïr fighting a herald]]
	[[Altaïr Ibn-La'Ahad]] could use his fists to fight or stun enemies at any time, though they were significantly ineffective against armed opponents, as Altaïr ~~cannot~~ perform combo kills or counterattacks as ~~he could~~ with any other weapon; he also ~~cannot~~ block sword strikes nor dodge attacks while wielding fists.<ref name="AC">''[[Assassin's Creed]]''</ref>		[[Altaïr Ibn-La'Ahad]] could use his fists to fight or stun enemies at any time, though they were significantly ineffective against armed opponents, as Altaïr could not perform combo kills or counterattacks as with any other weapon; he also could not block sword strikes nor dodge attacks while wielding fists.<ref name="AC">''[[Assassin's Creed]]''</ref>

	Because of their rank, [[novice]] Assassins were not allowed to carry weapons, and thus needed to avoid fights or resort to using their fists. Higher-ranked Assassins also used unarmed fighting to [[Interrogation\|interrogate]] a target, or after being caught by [[thugs]] while attempting to [[Pickpocketing\|pickpocket]] [[throwing knives]].<ref name="AC"/>		Because of their rank, [[novice]] Assassins were not allowed to carry weapons, and thus needed to avoid fights or resort to using their fists. Higher-ranked Assassins also used unarmed fighting to [[Interrogation\|interrogate]] a target, or after being caught by [[thugs]] while attempting to [[Pickpocketing\|pickpocket]] [[throwing knives]].<ref name="AC"/>

	Using fists in a fight against civilians did not raise suspicion with the guards, who would only intervene if they themselves were attacked or if the Assassin drew their weapon during the fight ~~while being watched by the guards~~.<ref name="AC"/>		Using fists in a fight against civilians also did not raise suspicion with the [[guards]], who would only intervene if they themselves were attacked or if the Assassin drew their weapon during the fight.<ref name="AC"/>

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	[[Ezio Auditore da Firenze]] was highly skilled in fist-fighting, and was likely taught by his brother, [[Federico Auditore da Firenze\|Federico]]. The two were once embroiled in a brawl against [[Vieri de' Pazzi]] and his men, where all present used only their fists.<ref name="AC2">''[[Assassin's Creed II]]''</ref>		[[Ezio Auditore da Firenze]] was highly skilled in fist-fighting, and was likely taught by his brother, [[Federico Auditore da Firenze\|Federico]]. The two were once embroiled in a brawl against [[Vieri de' Pazzi]] and his men, where all present used only their fists.<ref name="AC2">''[[Assassin's Creed II]]''</ref>

	When unarmed, Ezio could perform many different combination strikes, counter other fist-fighters, and throw sand in their faces. He also learned to disarm foes and use their weapons against them;<ref name="AC2"/> eventually learning to kill them in one swift move right after doing so. However, Ezio could not chain together kills with his fists like he could with other melee weapons.<ref name="ACB">''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''</ref>		When unarmed, Ezio could perform many different combination strikes, counter other fist-fighters, and throw sand in their faces. He also learned to disarm foes and use their weapons against them,<ref name="AC2"/> eventually learning to kill them in one swift move right after doing so. However, Ezio could not chain together kills with his fists like he could with other melee weapons.<ref name="ACB">''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''</ref>

	Fists also became a more viable option for combat when the [[Metal Cestus]], a hard steel hand-guard, was purchased from [[blacksmiths]].<ref name="AC2"/>		Fists also became a more viable option for combat when the [[Metal Cestus]], a hard steel hand-guard, was purchased from [[blacksmiths]].<ref name="AC2"/>

	[[File:Caserma di Alviano 3.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|The Caserma di Alviano Fight Club]]		[[File:Caserma di Alviano 3.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|The Caserma di Alviano Fight Club]]
	Guards eventually learned to throw sand in Ezio's face~~, exactly~~ as ~~he could~~, though they could do so while still holding onto their weapons. Ezio could only perform the same move with his weapon equipped, as long as he had no bullets or throwing knives left.<ref name="ACB"/>		Guards eventually learned to throw sand in Ezio's face as well, though unlike him they could do so while still holding onto their weapons. Ezio could only perform the same move with his weapon equipped as long as he had no bullets or throwing knives left.<ref name="ACB"/>

	Additionally, the [[Caserma di Alviano]] played host to a Fight Club, where [[mercenaries]] competed in unarmed fighting. Ezio was able to participate in the fights, by [[Bartolomeo d'Alviano]]'s suggestion, in order to improve his skills with his fists.<ref name="ACB"/>		Additionally, the [[Caserma di Alviano]] played host to a Fight Club, where [[mercenaries]] competed in unarmed fighting. Ezio was able to participate in the fights, on [[Bartolomeo d'Alviano]]'s suggestion, in order to improve his skills with his fists.<ref name="ACB"/>

	===Golden Age of Piracy===		===Golden Age of Piracy===
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	[[File:The Merchant 1.png\|thumb\|250px\|Ratonhnhaké:ton fighting an opponent]]		[[File:The Merchant 1.png\|thumb\|250px\|Ratonhnhaké:ton fighting an opponent]]
	[[Haytham Kenway]] and [[Ratonhnhaké:ton]] were skilled fighters, although their styles were different from Ezio's or Altaïr's. They would frequently use the environments to their advantage, such as glass bottles and breakable barrels ~~against their enemies~~. Unlike Ezio, who had a more elegant style to his fist-fighting, Haytham and Ratonhnhaké:ton fought with a more ruthless and powerful form. They were more than capable of snapping bones, as well as knocking people to the floor.<ref name="AC3">''[[Assassin's Creed III]]''</ref>		[[Haytham Kenway]] and [[Ratonhnhaké:ton]] were skilled fighters, although their styles were different from Ezio's or Altaïr's. They would frequently use the environments to their advantage, such as glass bottles and breakable barrels. Unlike Ezio, who had a more elegant style to his fist-fighting, Haytham and Ratonhnhaké:ton fought with a more ruthless and powerful form. They were more than capable of snapping bones, as well as knocking people to the floor.<ref name="AC3">''[[Assassin's Creed III]]''</ref>

	Ratonhnhaké:ton was invited to join a fight club known as [[the Boston Brawlers]], who were having a tournament at the time. Throughout several fights around the colonies, he ranked higher and higher until he was allowed to participate in the competition. At the end, Ratonhnhaké:ton became the new champion of the Boston Brawlers, but ~~never participated~~ in their fights following.<ref name="AC3"/>		Ratonhnhaké:ton was invited to join a fight club known as [[the Boston Brawlers]], who were having a tournament at the time. Throughout several fights around the colonies, he ranked higher and higher until he was allowed to participate in the competition. At the end, Ratonhnhaké:ton became the new champion of the Boston Brawlers, but did not participate in their fights following.<ref name="AC3"/>

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	[[File:Zw-desmond-fighting.png\|thumb\|left\|250px\|Desmond and Lucy fighting off Abstergo guards]]		[[File:Zw-desmond-fighting.png\|thumb\|left\|250px\|Desmond and Lucy fighting off Abstergo guards]]
	Upon escaping [[Abstergo Industries]] with [[Lucy Stillman]], [[Desmond Miles]] did not ~~yet have~~ a weapon~~, so he~~ was forced to fist-fight the Abstergo security officers attempting to detain him.<ref name="AC2"/>		Upon escaping [[Abstergo Industries]] with [[Lucy Stillman]], [[Desmond Miles]] did not wield a weapon and was forced to fist-fight the Abstergo security officers attempting to detain him.<ref name="AC2"/>

	Though his abilities were initially rather limited, over time, he was able to gain Ezio's fist-fighting skills through the [[Bleeding Effect]]. After this, he became able to perform counters and disarm his enemies.<ref name="AC2"/>		Though his abilities were initially rather limited, over time he was able to gain Ezio's fist-fighting skills through the [[Bleeding Effect]]. After this, he became able to perform counters and disarm his enemies.<ref name="AC2"/>

	Later, after reliving the memories of Ratonhnhaké:ton, Desmond's fighting style began to closely mimic his new ancestor's. He would fight with much more strength and could take down several guards quickly and fluidly.<ref name="AC3"/>		Later, after reliving the memories of Ratonhnhaké:ton, Desmond's fighting style began to closely mimic his new ancestor's. He would fight with much more strength and could take down several guards quickly and fluidly.<ref name="AC3"/>
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	*The [[Assassin's Creed II achievements\|achievement]] "'''Messer Sandman'''" could be earned by throwing sand at four guards at once; a skill that Ezio could learn from the instructor at [[Monteriggioni]].		*The [[Assassin's Creed II achievements\|achievement]] "'''Messer Sandman'''" could be earned by throwing sand at four guards at once; a skill that Ezio could learn from the instructor at [[Monteriggioni]].
	*When Ezio successfully disarmed a guard and continued to use his weapon, the bottom-left hand of the [[Animus]] display remained as the fist icon, unless the Assassin had no weapon of his own. In this case, Ezio would confiscate the guard's weapon for himself.		*When Ezio successfully disarmed a guard and continued to use his weapon, the bottom-left hand of the [[Animus]] display remained as the fist icon, unless the Assassin had no weapon of his own. In this case, Ezio would confiscate the guard's weapon for himself.
	*Despite seemingly lethal actions, such as those that appear to break the enemy's neck, targets defeated with fists will often appear to be knocked out, and not counted by the games as dead.		*Despite seemingly lethal actions, such as those that appear to break the enemy's neck, targets defeated with fists will often appear to be simply knocked out and were not counted by the games as dead.
	**In ''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' and ''[[Assassin's Creed: Revelations]]'', however, ~~particularly~~ during missions where full synchronization requires Ezio to not kill anyone, knocking out a guard using fists ~~will still~~ count as a kill.		**In ''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' and ''[[Assassin's Creed: Revelations]]'', however, especially during missions where full synchronization requires Ezio to not kill anyone, knocking out a guard using fists does count as a kill.
	*In the ''[[Assassin's Creed II]]'' memory "[[Last Man Standing]]," it was possible to disarm the attacking Brutes, but not the normal guards.		*In the ''[[Assassin's Creed II]]'' memory "[[Last Man Standing]]" it was possible to disarm the attacking Brutes, but not the normal guards.
	*In ''[[Assassin's Creed III]]'', knocking enemies out using fists would not count as a kill, ~~however~~ corner-assassinating with fists would. When Haytham Kenway infiltrated [[Edward Braddock]]'s camp, using fists to knock guards out would not ruin the synchronization constraint of not killing guards; the same applied to the [[Assassin's Creed III achievements\|achievement]] "~~'''~~Prince of Thieves~~'''~~". However, in memories such as "[[Bridewell Prison (memory)\|Bridewell Prison]]" or "[[Laid to Rest]]", when Connor knocked guards out using his fists, it would count as a kill.		*In ''[[Assassin's Creed III]]'', knocking enemies out using fists would not count as a kill, while corner-assassinating with fists would. When Haytham Kenway infiltrated [[Edward Braddock]]'s camp, using fists to knock guards out would not ruin the synchronization constraint of not killing guards; the same applied to the [[Assassin's Creed III achievements\|achievement]] "Prince of Thieves". However, in memories such as "[[Bridewell Prison (memory)\|Bridewell Prison]]" or "[[Laid to Rest]]", when Connor knocked guards out using his fists, this would count as a kill.
	*Some of the unarmed takedowns in ''Assassin's Creed III'' were choreographed by mixed martial arts fighter Andrew Montanez.<ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?list=UUk3tA3n02Znwytun9wFKb6Q&v=NEZbM2wRY1o ''Assassin's Creed 3'' - MMA Surge, Episode 45]</ref>		*Some of the unarmed takedowns in ''Assassin's Creed III'' were choreographed by mixed martial arts fighter Andrew Montanez.<ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?list=UUk3tA3n02Znwytun9wFKb6Q&v=NEZbM2wRY1o ''Assassin's Creed 3'' - MMA Surge, Episode 45]</ref>
	*Mixed martial arts were incorporated into Connor's unarmed animation set, much like those featured in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.<ref>[http://www.gameranx.com/updates/id/7850/article/assassin-s-creed-3-attack-moves-featured-by-the-ufc/ Gameranx: ''Assassin's Creed III'' attack moves featured by the UFC]</ref>		*Mixed martial arts were incorporated into Connor's unarmed animation set, much like those featured in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.<ref>[http://www.gameranx.com/updates/id/7850/article/assassin-s-creed-3-attack-moves-featured-by-the-ufc/ Gameranx: ''Assassin's Creed III'' attack moves featured by the UFC]</ref>
	*''[[Assassin's Creed: Unity]]'' is the only main game in the series that do not feature fists as a selectable option in combat. However, [[Arno Dorian\|Arno]] does punch his opponents in certain parrying animations, and can non-lethally knock out enemies outside of combat via chokeholds.		*''[[Assassin's Creed: Unity]]'' is the only main game in the series that do not feature fists as a selectable option in combat. However, [[Arno Dorian\|Arno]] does punch his opponents in certain parrying animations, and can non-lethally knock out enemies outside of combat via chokeholds.
	*In ''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'', prior to acquiring a [[sword]] and [[Short Blade\|dagger]] in [[A New Beginning]], [[Basim]] can use his fists to fight enemies. However, once he obtains a sword and dagger, he cannot use his fists ~~to attack again~~.		*In ''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'', prior to acquiring a [[sword]] and [[Short Blade\|dagger]] in [[A New Beginning]], [[Basim]] can use his fists to fight enemies. However, once he obtains a sword and dagger, he cannot use his fists anymore.

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