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	**Additionally, all of the guards seen were shown to have halberds. However, in-game, the only time they can be seen carrying halberds was during the arrest of Cesare Borgia.		**Additionally, all of the guards seen were shown to have halberds. However, in-game, the only time they can be seen carrying halberds was during the arrest of Cesare Borgia.
	**In ''Assassin’s Creed: Ascendance'', the Papal Guards under Cesare are shown to wear the coat of arms of Pope [[Julius II]], comprised of the Papal Keys and a shield with a golden oak tree on a blue field.		**In ''Assassin’s Creed: Ascendance'', the Papal Guards under Cesare are shown to wear the coat of arms of Pope [[Julius II]], comprised of the Papal Keys and a shield with a golden oak tree on a blue field.
	**The Papal Guards wear ~~[[Wikipedia:~~Morion (helmet)\|morion]] helmets. However, this is anachronistic as this type of helmets first appeared in the mid-16th century.		**The Papal Guards wear {{Wiki\|Morion (helmet)\|morion}} helmets. However, this is anachronistic as this type of helmets first appeared in the mid-16th century.

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	==Trivia==		==Trivia==
	*Historically, the Papal ~~Guards were~~ comprised mostly of Swiss soldiers from its conception in 1471, when Pope [[Sixtus IV]] made a pact with the Swiss to supply him with [[mercenaries]]. Although these mercenaries primarily protected the Pope, they also occupied leadership roles on the front lines of the Italian Wars.		*Historically, the Papal Guard was comprised mostly of [[Switzerland\|Swiss]] soldiers from its conception in 1471, when Pope [[Sixtus IV]] made a pact with the Swiss to supply him with [[mercenaries]]. Although these mercenaries primarily protected the Pope, they also occupied leadership roles on the front lines of the [[Italian Wars]].
	*In the memory "[[Liquid Gold]]", the guard captain can be heard speaking [[Germany\|German]], proving their Swiss nationality.		*In the memory "[[Liquid Gold]]", the guard captain can be heard speaking [[Germany\|German]], proving their Swiss nationality.
	*Their defense can be easily broken with kick attack, which, if chained with other weapons, will result in an instant kill.		*Their defense can be easily broken with kick attack, which, if chained with other weapons, will result in an instant kill.
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	==Appearances==		==Appearances==
			*''[[Assassin's Creed: Project Legacy]]'' {{1stm}}
	*''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' {{1st}}		*''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' {{1st}}
	*[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood (novel)\|''Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood'' novel]]		*[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood (novel)\|''Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood'' novel]]

imported>Gener4l Cl4ank4 at 17:40, 30 June 2025

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	==Gallery==		==Gallery==
	<gallery captionalign="center" position="center" spacing="small" widths="180">		<gallery captionalign="center" position="center" spacing="small" widths="180">
	Papal Guard by Volta.jpg\|Early concept art of ~~the~~ Papal Guard		Papal Guard by Volta.jpg\|Early concept art of a Papal Guard
	Liquid Gold 10.png\|A Papal Guard threatening Ezio at gunpoint		Liquid Gold 10.png\|A Papal Guard threatening Ezio at gunpoint
	The Apple 5.png\|Two Papal Guards killing each other under the [[Apple of Eden 6\|Apple]]'s influence		The Apple 5.png\|Two Papal Guards killing each other under the [[Apple of Eden 6\|Apple]]'s influence

imported>Datu Hulyo at 18:08, 22 March 2025

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	Much like [[Agile guards\|Agiles]], Papal guards were extremely fast, and were able to dodge most attacks. Accompanying this, they were also difficult to escape from, and could even catch up to [[Assassins]] in a chase.<ref name="ACB"/>		Much like [[Agile guards\|Agiles]], Papal guards were extremely fast, and were able to dodge most attacks. Accompanying this, they were also difficult to escape from, and could even catch up to [[Assassins]] in a chase.<ref name="ACB"/>

	Papal guards often traveled in groups, and would employ teamwork strategies in battle. While one could continuously fire at their target from a distance, the others would attack from close range. As well as this, they could throw sand and grab enemies from behind, skills common to [[Seekers]].<ref name="ACB"/>		Papal guards often traveled in groups and would employ teamwork strategies in battle. While one could continuously fire at their target from a distance, the others would attack from close range. As well as this, they could throw sand and grab enemies from behind, skills common to [[Seekers]].<ref name="ACB"/>

	==Trivia==		==Trivia==
	*Historically, the Papal Guard was comprised mostly of Swiss soldiers from its conception in 1471, when Pope [[Sixtus IV]] made a pact with the Swiss to supply him with [[mercenaries]]. Although these mercenaries primarily protected the Pope, they also occupied leadership roles on the front lines of the Italian Wars.		*Historically, the Papal Guard was comprised mostly of Swiss soldiers from its conception in 1471, when Pope [[Sixtus IV]] made a pact with the Swiss to supply him with [[mercenaries]]. Although these mercenaries primarily protected the Pope, they also occupied leadership roles on the front lines of the Italian Wars.
	*In the memory "[[Liquid Gold]]", the guard captain can be heard speaking [[Germany\|German]], proving their Swiss nationality.		*In the memory "[[Liquid Gold]]", the guard captain can be heard speaking [[Germany\|German]], proving their Swiss nationality.
	*Their defense can be easily ~~breaked~~ with kick attack, ~~Which~~ if chained with ~~another~~ weapons, will ~~results~~ in instant kill.		*Their defense can be easily broken with kick attack, which, if chained with other weapons, will result in an instant kill.

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	*During [[Juan Borgia the Elder\|Juan Borgia]]'s party, a Papal guard is tasked to deliver the debt money of [[Egidio Troche]]. He spoke with a [[United Kingdom\|British]] or German accent and used some German words.		*During [[Juan Borgia the Elder\|Juan Borgia]]'s party, a Papal guard is tasked to deliver the debt money of [[Egidio Troche]]. He spoke with a [[United Kingdom\|British]] or German accent and used some German words.
	*During the [[Skirmish in the Campagna District\|infiltration of the French headquarters]] in Rome, Ezio ~~face~~ some Papal guards. Although the Borgia had already left the battle by this time, the guards were an indication of the close alliance between Cesare and [[Octavian de Valois]].		*During the [[Skirmish in the Campagna District\|infiltration of the French headquarters]] in Rome, Ezio faces some Papal guards. Although the Borgia had already left the battle by this time, the guards were an indication of the close alliance between Cesare and [[Octavian de Valois]].
	*By Cesare Borgia's arrest in December 1503, the Borgia had lost all their power in Rome. However, when Cesare is arrested by Fabio Orsini and the Papal troops, they still carry the emblem of the Borgia despite being commanded by the new Pope Julius II.		*By Cesare Borgia's arrest in December 1503, the Borgia had lost all their power in Rome. However, when Cesare is arrested by Fabio Orsini and the Papal troops, they still carry the emblem of the Borgia despite being commanded by the new Pope Julius II.
	*Similarly, when Ezio infiltrates [[Delizia di Belriguardo\|Belriguardo Castle]] in 1506, Papal guards that bear the Borgia emblem chase after him even though Ezio is in [[Ferrara]], and the Borgia are no longer in power. Since a guard can be heard mentioning Pope Julius had lent the Duke some of his own troops, the oversight is again about the guards sporting the Borgia colors.		*Similarly, when Ezio infiltrates [[Delizia di Belriguardo\|Belriguardo Castle]] in 1506, Papal guards that bear the Borgia emblem chase after him even though Ezio is in [[Ferrara]], and the Borgia are no longer in power. Since a guard can be heard mentioning Pope Julius had lent the Duke some of his own troops, the oversight is again about the guards sporting the Borgia colors.

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	<gallery captionalign="center" position="center" spacing="small" widths="180">		<gallery captionalign="center" position="center" spacing="small" widths="180">
	Papal Guard by Volta.jpg\|Early concept art of the Papal Guard		Papal Guard by Volta.jpg\|Early concept art of the Papal Guard
	~~Enemies.jpg\|Concept art of the Papal Guard~~
	Liquid Gold 10.png\|A Papal Guard threatening Ezio at gunpoint		Liquid Gold 10.png\|A Papal Guard threatening Ezio at gunpoint
	The Apple 5.png\|Two Papal Guards killing each other under the [[Apple of Eden 6\|Apple]]'s influence		The Apple 5.png\|Two Papal Guards killing each other under the [[Apple of Eden 6\|Apple]]'s influence
	~~ACID_fight_with_papal_guard~~.jpg\|A promotional image of an Assassin fighting a Papal Guard		ACID fight with papal guard.jpg\|A promotional image of an Assassin fighting a Papal Guard
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imported>Sol Pacificus: Will probably just remove the whole trivia section this rate...

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Will probably just remove the whole trivia section this rate...

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Combat

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	*Historically, the Papal Guard was comprised mostly of Swiss soldiers from its conception in 1471, when Pope [[Sixtus IV]] made a pact with the Swiss to supply him with [[mercenaries]]. Although these mercenaries primarily protected the Pope, they also occupied leadership roles on the front lines of the Italian Wars.		*Historically, the Papal Guard was comprised mostly of Swiss soldiers from its conception in 1471, when Pope [[Sixtus IV]] made a pact with the Swiss to supply him with [[mercenaries]]. Although these mercenaries primarily protected the Pope, they also occupied leadership roles on the front lines of the Italian Wars.
	*In the memory "[[Liquid Gold]]", the guard captain can be heard speaking [[Germany\|German]], proving their Swiss nationality.		*In the memory "[[Liquid Gold]]", the guard captain can be heard speaking [[Germany\|German]], proving their Swiss nationality.
			*Their defense can be easily breaked with kick attack, Which if chained with another weapons, will results in instant kill.

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	<gallery captionalign="center" position="center" spacing="small" widths="180">		<gallery captionalign="center" position="center" spacing="small" widths="180">
	Papal Guard by Volta.jpg\|Early concept art of the Papal Guard		Papal Guard by Volta.jpg\|Early concept art of the Papal Guard
	~~Enemies.jpg\|Concept art of the Papal Guard~~
	Liquid Gold 10.png\|A Papal Guard threatening Ezio at gunpoint		Liquid Gold 10.png\|A Papal Guard threatening Ezio at gunpoint
	The Apple 5.png\|Two Papal Guards killing each other under the [[Apple of Eden 6\|Apple]]'s influence		The Apple 5.png\|Two Papal Guards killing each other under the [[Apple of Eden 6\|Apple]]'s influence
	~~ACID_fight_with_papal_guard~~.jpg\|A promotional image of an Assassin fighting a Papal Guard		ACID fight with papal guard.jpg\|A promotional image of an Assassin fighting a Papal Guard
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	\|locations = [[Rome]], [[Italy]]		\|locations = [[Rome]], [[Italy]]
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	The '''Papal ~~Guards~~''' ~~are~~ an elite force of [[soldier]]s commanded by the [[Papacy]] and tasked with the personal protection of the reigning pontiff. Papal Guards are highly trained soldiers and ~~are~~ the most powerful ~~soldiers that the~~ [[Assassins\|Assassin]] [[Ezio Auditore da Firenze]] ~~encountered while~~ in [[Rome]].		The '''Papal Guard''' is an elite force of [[soldier]]s commanded by the [[Papacy]] and tasked with the personal protection of the reigning pontiff. Papal Guards are highly trained soldiers, and were the most powerful enemies encountered by the [[Assassins\|Assassin]] [[Ezio Auditore da Firenze]] while in [[Rome]].

	In 1503, the Papal Guards protected Pope [[Rodrigo Borgia\|Alexander VI]] and were led by his son and Captain General, [[Cesare Borgia]]. Following the fall of the [[House of Borgia\|Borgia]], they were once again commanded by their former captain [[Fabio Orsini]]. They were also the precursors to the {{Wiki\|Swiss Guard}}.		In 1503, the Papal Guards protected Pope [[Rodrigo Borgia\|Alexander VI]] and were led by his son and Captain General, [[Cesare Borgia]]. Following the fall of the [[House of Borgia\|Borgia]], they were once again commanded by their former captain [[Fabio Orsini]]. They were also the precursors to the {{Wiki\|Swiss Guard}}.

	==Combat==		==Combat==
	The Papal Guards were the most versatile and powerful guards in Rome, as they possessed the best of abilities held by all other archetypes.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XoffSkVgsc ''Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood'' - Dev Diary 3] </ref> They were skilled in both attack and defense, easily deflecting and countering ~~many~~ attacks, while also delivering harsh strikes of their own.<ref name="ACB">''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''</ref>		The Papal Guards were the most versatile and powerful guards in Rome, as they possessed the best of abilities held by all other archetypes.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XoffSkVgsc ''Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood'' - Dev Diary 3] </ref> They were skilled in both attack and defense, easily deflecting and countering most attacks, while also delivering harsh strikes of their own.<ref name="ACB">''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''</ref>

	They could [[Dual-wielding\|dual-wield]] a wheel-lock [[firearm]] and a [[sword]], making them deadly opponents at both short and long-range. Other than swords, they could also be equipped with a variety of [[Short blade\|short]], [[Long weapon\|long]], or [[heavy weapon]]s, though guards utilizing these were rarer to witness.<ref name="ACB"/>		They could [[Dual-wielding\|dual-wield]] a wheel-lock [[firearm]] and a [[sword]], making them deadly opponents at both short and long-range. Other than swords, they could also be equipped with a variety of [[Short blade\|short]], [[Long weapon\|long]], or [[heavy weapon]]s, though guards utilizing these were rarer to witness.<ref name="ACB"/>
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	==Trivia==		==Trivia==
	*Historically, the Papal Guard was comprised mostly of [[Switzerland\|Swiss]] soldiers from its conception in 1471, when Pope [[Sixtus IV]] made a pact with the Swiss to supply him with [[mercenaries]]. Although these mercenaries primarily protected the Pope, they also occupied leadership roles on the front lines of the [[Italian Wars]].		*Historically, the Papal Guard was comprised mostly of [[Switzerland\|Swiss]] soldiers from its conception in 1471, when Pope [[Sixtus IV]] made a pact with the Swiss to supply him with [[Mercenary\|mercenaries]]. Although these mercenaries primarily protected the Pope, they also occupied leadership roles on the front lines of the [[Italian Wars]].
	*In the memory "[[Liquid Gold]]", the ~~guard~~ captain can be heard speaking [[Germany\|German]], proving their Swiss nationality.		*In the memory "[[Liquid Gold]]", the Papal Guard captain can be heard speaking [[Germany\|German]], proving their Swiss nationality.
	*Their defense can be easily broken with kick attack, which, if chained with other weapons, will result in an instant kill.		*Their defense can be easily broken with kick attack, which, if chained with other weapons, will result in an instant kill.

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	*Early Papal Guard designs are seen in the ''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' cinematic trailer, as well as in ''[[Assassin's Creed: Ascendance]]''. While the designs for the guards themselves were changed before the game's release, [[Fabio Orsini]] wore the same armor as seen in the original concept, albeit without a helmet and bearing a different emblem.		*Early Papal Guard designs are seen in the ''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' cinematic trailer, as well as in ''[[Assassin's Creed: Ascendance]]''. While the designs for the guards themselves were changed before the game's release, [[Fabio Orsini]] wore the same armor as seen in the original concept, albeit without a helmet and bearing a different emblem.
	**Additionally, all of the guards seen were shown to have halberds. However, in-game, the only time they can be seen carrying halberds was during the arrest of Cesare Borgia.		**Additionally, all of the guards seen were shown to have halberds. However, in-game, the only time they can be seen carrying halberds was during the arrest of Cesare Borgia.
	**In ''Assassin’s Creed: Ascendance'', the Papal ~~Guard~~ under Cesare are shown to wear the coat of arms of Pope [[Julius II]], comprised of the Papal Keys and a shield with a golden oak tree on a blue field.		**In ''Assassin’s Creed: Ascendance'', the Papal Guards under Cesare are shown to wear the coat of arms of Pope [[Julius II]], comprised of the Papal Keys and a shield with a golden oak tree on a blue field.
	**The Papal ~~Guard~~ wear [[Wikipedia:Morion (helmet)\|morion]] helmets. However, this is anachronistic as this type of helmets appeared in mid 16th century.		**The Papal Guards wear [[Wikipedia:Morion (helmet)\|morion]] helmets. However, this is anachronistic as this type of helmets first appeared in the mid-16th century.

	;Appearances		;Appearances
	*During [[Juan Borgia the Elder\|Juan Borgia]]'s party, a Papal Guard is tasked to deliver the debt money of [[Egidio Troche]]. He spoke with a [[United Kingdom\|British]] or German accent and used some German words.		*During [[Juan Borgia the Elder\|Juan Borgia]]'s party, a Papal Guard is tasked to deliver the debt money of [[Egidio Troche]]. He spoke with a [[United Kingdom\|British]] or German accent and used some German words.
	*During the [[Skirmish in the Campagna District\|infiltration of the French headquarters]] in Rome, Ezio ~~faces~~ some Papal Guards. Although the Borgia had already left the battle by this time, the guards were an indication of the close alliance between Cesare and [[Octavian de Valois]].		*During the [[Skirmish in the Campagna District\|infiltration of the French headquarters]] in Rome, Ezio faced some Papal Guards. Although the Borgia had already left the battle by this time, the guards were an indication of the close alliance between Cesare and [[Octavian de Valois]].
	*By Cesare Borgia's arrest in December 1503, the Borgia had lost all their power in Rome. However, when Cesare is arrested by Fabio Orsini and the Papal troops, they still carry the emblem of the Borgia despite being commanded by the new Pope Julius II.		*By Cesare Borgia's arrest in December 1503, the Borgia had lost all their power in Rome. However, when Cesare is arrested by Fabio Orsini and the Papal troops, they still carry the emblem of the Borgia despite being commanded by the new Pope Julius II.
	*Similarly, when Ezio infiltrates [[Delizia di Belriguardo\|Belriguardo Castle]] in 1506, Papal Guards that bear the Borgia emblem chase after him even though Ezio is in [[Ferrara]], and the Borgia are no longer in power. Since a guard can be heard mentioning Pope Julius had lent the Duke some of his own troops, the oversight is again about the guards sporting the Borgia colors.		*Similarly, when Ezio infiltrates [[Delizia di Belriguardo\|Belriguardo Castle]] in 1506, Papal Guards that bear the Borgia emblem chase after him even though Ezio is in [[Ferrara]], and the Borgia are no longer in power. Since a guard can be heard mentioning Pope Julius had lent the Duke some of his own troops, the oversight is again about the guards sporting the Borgia colors.
	*The Templars overseeing the [[War ~~Machines~~]]' ~~[[War Plans (Machine Gun)\|~~construction]] are always depicted as Papal ~~guards.~~		*The Templars overseeing the [[War Machine]]s' construction are always depicted as Papal Guards.
	*There is an [[Assassination contracts\|assassination contract]] named "Graduation", where Ezio has to kill four Papal guards training within the [[Castel Sant'Angelo]].		*Papal Guards are not commonly found in Rome and appear mostly in main story memories. However, there is a group of four Papal Guards commonly stationed near the [[Castel Sant'Angelo]] in the [[Vaticano District]], and these guards are always suspicious of Ezio, attacking on sight regardless of Ezio's [[Social Stealth\|notoriety]] level. If the Auditore or Borgia cape is equipped, however, the guards will only be suspicious but will not attack Ezio immediately. Instead, they will harass him by pushing him around and insulting him.
	*Papal Guards are not commonly found in Rome and appear ~~more often~~ in main story memories. However, there is a group of four Papal Guards ~~who were always~~ stationed ~~right outside~~ the Castel Sant'Angelo in the [[Vaticano District]], and these guards are always suspicious of Ezio, attacking on sight ~~despite~~ Ezio's [[Social Stealth\|notoriety]] level. ~~However, if~~ the Auditore or ~~the~~ Borgia cape is equipped, the guards will only be suspicious but will not attack Ezio immediately. Instead, they will harass him by pushing him around and insulting him.

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	*Papal Guards are not affected by Ezio's taunts.		*Papal Guards are not affected by Ezio's taunts.
	*Cesare Borgia himself fights much like a Papal ~~guard~~ and is able to dual-wield a pistol and sword as they did.		*Cesare Borgia himself fights much like a Papal Guard and is able to dual-wield a pistol and sword as they did.
	*Papal Guards are more or less of a mixture of all guards excluding the ~~seekers~~ and ~~crossbow men~~ though they are more resistant and have a considerable agility: they can deflect attacks and [[Horsemen\|mount horses]] like those of the [[Borgia captain]]s, have ~~long~~ health, are able to wield [[heavy weapon]]s like [[Brute]]s, ~~has~~ the speed of ~~the~~ [[~~agile~~]] ~~guard~~, and are capable of wielding short weapons and the firepower of the [[~~Arquebusiers~~]] via the pistol, making the most powerful enemy in ''Brotherhood'' ~~to be fought~~ aside from Cesare Borgia.		*Papal Guards are more or less a mixture of all guards excluding the Seekers and [[Crossbowman\|crossbowmen]], though they are more resistant and have considerable agility: they can deflect attacks and [[Horsemen\|mount horses]] like those of the [[Borgia captain]]s, have more health, are able to wield [[heavy weapon]]s like [[Brute]]s, have the speed of [[Agile]] guards, and are capable of wielding short weapons and the firepower of the [[arquebusier]]s via the pistol, making them the most powerful enemy to be fought in ''Brotherhood'' aside from Cesare Borgia.
	*The Papal Guards are considerably stronger than Ezio and ~~has~~ a larger build, with all of them being at least a head taller than him.		*The Papal Guards are considerably stronger than Ezio and have a larger build, with all of them being at least a head taller than him.
	*[[Smoke screen bomb\|Smoke bombs]] had no effect on a Papal ~~guard~~ while engaged in combat. However, the bombs functioned as normal if the guard was taken by surprise.		*[[Smoke screen bomb\|Smoke bombs]] had no effect on a Papal Guard while engaged in combat. However, the bombs functioned as normal if the guard was taken by surprise.
	*A Papal Guard can be disarmed if ~~he carries~~ a pistol, or if ~~Ezio lets them~~ hit ~~him for one strike, he can disarm then upon the second strike~~. Alternatively, if Ezio dodges three strikes in a row, he can disarm them on the fourth strike without taking a hit.		*A Papal Guard can be disarmed if they carry a pistol, or when they attempt to hit Ezio a second time if they manage to land a hit. Alternatively, if Ezio dodges three strikes in a row, he can disarm them on the fourth strike without taking a hit.

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	Papal guard development images.jpg\|Concept art of various Papal Guard models		Papal guard development images.jpg\|Concept art of various Papal Guard models
	Liquid Gold 10.png\|A Papal Guard threatening Ezio at gunpoint		Liquid Gold 10.png\|A Papal Guard threatening Ezio at gunpoint
	The Apple 5.png\|Two ~~Papal Guards~~ killing each other under the [[Apple of Eden 6\|Apple]]'s influence		The Apple 5.png\|Two guards killing each other under the [[Apple of Eden 6\|Apple of Eden]]'s influence
	ACID fight with papal guard.jpg\|~~A promotional~~ image of an Assassin fighting a Papal Guard		ACID fight with papal guard.jpg\|Promotional image of an Assassin fighting a Papal Guard
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	The '''Papal Guards''' are an elite force of [[soldier]]s commanded by the [[Papacy]] and tasked with the personal protection of the reigning pontiff. Papal ~~guards~~ are highly trained soldiers and are the most powerful ~~guards that~~ [[Assassins\|Assassin]] [[Ezio Auditore da Firenze]] encountered while in [[Rome]].		The '''Papal Guards''' are an elite force of [[soldier]]s commanded by the [[Papacy]] and tasked with the personal protection of the reigning pontiff. Papal Guards are highly trained soldiers and are the most powerful soldiers that the [[Assassins\|Assassin]] [[Ezio Auditore da Firenze]] encountered while in [[Rome]].

	In 1503, the Papal Guards protected Pope [[Rodrigo Borgia\|Alexander VI]], and were led by ~~the Pope's~~ son and Captain General, [[Cesare Borgia]]. Following the fall of the [[House of Borgia\|Borgia]], they were once again commanded by their former captain [[Fabio Orsini]]. They were also the precursors to the {{Wiki\|Swiss Guard}}.		In 1503, the Papal Guards protected Pope [[Rodrigo Borgia\|Alexander VI]] and were led by his son and Captain General, [[Cesare Borgia]]. Following the fall of the [[House of Borgia\|Borgia]], they were once again commanded by their former captain [[Fabio Orsini]]. They were also the precursors to the {{Wiki\|Swiss Guard}}.

	==Combat==		==Combat==
	The Papal Guards were the most versatile and ~~difficult~~ guards in [[Rome]], as they possessed the best of abilities held by all other archetypes.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XoffSkVgsc ''Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood'' - Dev Diary 3] </ref> They were skilled in both attack and defense, easily deflecting and countering many attacks, while also delivering harsh strikes of their own.<ref name="ACB">''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''</ref>		The Papal Guards were the most versatile and powerful guards in Rome, as they possessed the best of abilities held by all other archetypes.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XoffSkVgsc ''Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood'' - Dev Diary 3] </ref> They were skilled in both attack and defense, easily deflecting and countering many attacks, while also delivering harsh strikes of their own.<ref name="ACB">''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''</ref>

	They could [[Dual-wielding\|dual-wield]] a wheel-lock [[firearm]] and a [[sword]], making them deadly opponents at both short and long-range. Other than swords, they could also be equipped with a variety of [[Short blade\|short]], [[Long weapon\|long]], or [[heavy weapon]]s, though guards utilizing these were rarer to witness.<ref name="ACB"/>		They could [[Dual-wielding\|dual-wield]] a wheel-lock [[firearm]] and a [[sword]], making them deadly opponents at both short and long-range. Other than swords, they could also be equipped with a variety of [[Short blade\|short]], [[Long weapon\|long]], or [[heavy weapon]]s, though guards utilizing these were rarer to witness.<ref name="ACB"/>

	[[File:Roads lead to 5.png\|thumb\|left\|250px\|The Papal Guard arresting Cesare Borgia]]		[[File:Roads lead to 5.png\|thumb\|left\|250px\|The Papal Guard arresting Cesare Borgia]]
	Much like [[Agile ~~guards\|Agiles~~]], ~~the~~ Papal ~~Guard~~ were extremely fast, and were able to dodge most attacks. Accompanying this, they were also difficult to escape from, and could even catch up to [[Assassins]] in a chase.<ref name="ACB"/>		Much like [[Agile]]s, Papal Guards were extremely fast and were able to dodge most attacks. Accompanying this, they were also difficult to escape from, and could even catch up to [[Assassins]] in a chase.<ref name="ACB"/>

	The Papal Guards often traveled in groups and would employ teamwork strategies in battle. While one could continuously fire at their target from a distance, the others would attack from close range. As well as this, they could throw sand and grab enemies from behind, skills common to [[Seeker]]s.<ref name="ACB"/>		The Papal Guards often traveled in groups and would employ teamwork strategies in battle. While one could continuously fire at their target from a distance, the others would attack from close range. As well as this, they could throw sand and grab enemies from behind, skills common to [[Seeker]]s.<ref name="ACB"/>
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	==Gallery==		==Gallery==
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	Papal Guard by Volta.jpg\|Early concept art of a Papal Guard		Papal Guard by Volta.jpg\|Early concept art of a Papal Guard
			Papal guard development images.jpg\|Concept art of various Papal Guard models
	Liquid Gold 10.png\|A Papal Guard threatening Ezio at gunpoint		Liquid Gold 10.png\|A Papal Guard threatening Ezio at gunpoint
	The Apple 5.png\|Two Papal Guards killing each other under the [[Apple of Eden 6\|Apple]]'s influence		The Apple 5.png\|Two Papal Guards killing each other under the [[Apple of Eden 6\|Apple]]'s influence
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	==Appearances==		==Appearances==
	*''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''		*''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' {{1st}}
	*[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood (novel)\|''Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood'' novel]]		*[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood (novel)\|''Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood'' novel]]
	*''[[Assassin's Creed: Identity]]''		*''[[Assassin's Creed: Identity]]''

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	The '''Papal ~~Guard~~''' is an elite ~~[[Guards\|~~force]] of [[soldier]]s commanded by the [[Papacy]] and tasked with the personal protection of the reigning pontiff. Papal guards are highly trained soldiers and are the most powerful ~~[[Soldier\|~~guards]] that [[Assassins\|Assassin]] [[Ezio Auditore da Firenze]] encountered while in [[Rome]].		The '''Papal Guards''' are an elite force of [[soldier]]s commanded by the [[Papacy]] and tasked with the personal protection of the reigning pontiff. Papal guards are highly trained soldiers and are the most powerful guards that [[Assassins\|Assassin]] [[Ezio Auditore da Firenze]] encountered while in [[Rome]].

	In 1503, the Papal ~~guards~~ protected [[Rodrigo Borgia\|~~Pope~~ Alexander VI]], and were led by the Pope's son and Captain General, [[Cesare Borgia]]. Following the fall of the [[House of Borgia\|Borgia]], they were once again commanded by their former captain [[Fabio Orsini]]. They were also the precursors to the {{Wiki\|Swiss Guard}}.		In 1503, the Papal Guards protected Pope [[Rodrigo Borgia\|Alexander VI]], and were led by the Pope's son and Captain General, [[Cesare Borgia]]. Following the fall of the [[House of Borgia\|Borgia]], they were once again commanded by their former captain [[Fabio Orsini]]. They were also the precursors to the {{Wiki\|Swiss Guard}}.

	==Combat==		==Combat==
	The Papal ~~guards~~ were the most versatile and difficult guards in [[Rome]], as they possessed the best of abilities held by all other archetypes.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XoffSkVgsc ''Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood'' - Dev Diary 3] </ref> They were skilled in both attack and defense, easily deflecting and countering many attacks, while also delivering harsh strikes of their own.<ref name="ACB">''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''</ref>		The Papal Guards were the most versatile and difficult guards in [[Rome]], as they possessed the best of abilities held by all other archetypes.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XoffSkVgsc ''Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood'' - Dev Diary 3] </ref> They were skilled in both attack and defense, easily deflecting and countering many attacks, while also delivering harsh strikes of their own.<ref name="ACB">''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''</ref>

	~~Papal guards~~ could [[Dual-wielding\|dual-wield]] a ~~[[Firearms\|~~wheel-lock firearm]] and a [[sword]], making them deadly opponents at both short and long-range. Other than swords, they could also be equipped with a variety of [[Short ~~blades~~\|short]], [[Long ~~weapons~~\|long]], or [[heavy ~~weapons~~]], though guards utilizing these were rarer to witness.<ref name="ACB"/>		They could [[Dual-wielding\|dual-wield]] a wheel-lock [[firearm]] and a [[sword]], making them deadly opponents at both short and long-range. Other than swords, they could also be equipped with a variety of [[Short blade\|short]], [[Long weapon\|long]], or [[heavy weapon]]s, though guards utilizing these were rarer to witness.<ref name="ACB"/>

	[[File:Roads lead to 5.png\|thumb~~\|250px~~\|left\|\|Papal ~~Guards~~ arresting Cesare Borgia]]		[[File:Roads lead to 5.png\|thumb\|left\|250px\|The Papal Guard arresting Cesare Borgia]]
	Much like [[Agile guards\|Agiles]], Papal ~~guards~~ were extremely fast, and were able to dodge most attacks. Accompanying this, they were also difficult to escape from, and could even catch up to [[Assassins]] in a chase.<ref name="ACB"/>		Much like [[Agile guards\|Agiles]], the Papal Guard were extremely fast, and were able to dodge most attacks. Accompanying this, they were also difficult to escape from, and could even catch up to [[Assassins]] in a chase.<ref name="ACB"/>

	Papal ~~guards~~ often traveled in groups and would employ teamwork strategies in battle. While one could continuously fire at their target from a distance, the others would attack from close range. As well as this, they could throw sand and grab enemies from behind, skills common to [[~~Seekers~~]].<ref name="ACB"/>		The Papal Guards often traveled in groups and would employ teamwork strategies in battle. While one could continuously fire at their target from a distance, the others would attack from close range. As well as this, they could throw sand and grab enemies from behind, skills common to [[Seeker]]s.<ref name="ACB"/>

	==Trivia==		==Trivia==
	*Historically, the Papal ~~Guard was~~ comprised mostly of Swiss soldiers from its conception in 1471, when Pope [[Sixtus IV]] made a pact with the Swiss to supply him with [[mercenaries]]. Although these mercenaries primarily protected the Pope, they also occupied leadership roles on the front lines of the Italian Wars.		*Historically, the Papal Guards were comprised mostly of Swiss soldiers from its conception in 1471, when Pope [[Sixtus IV]] made a pact with the Swiss to supply him with [[mercenaries]]. Although these mercenaries primarily protected the Pope, they also occupied leadership roles on the front lines of the Italian Wars.
	*In the memory "[[Liquid Gold]]", the guard captain can be heard speaking [[Germany\|German]], proving their Swiss nationality.		*In the memory "[[Liquid Gold]]", the guard captain can be heard speaking [[Germany\|German]], proving their Swiss nationality.
	*Their defense can be easily broken with kick attack, which, if chained with other weapons, will result in an instant kill.		*Their defense can be easily broken with kick attack, which, if chained with other weapons, will result in an instant kill.

	;Design		;Design
	*Early Papal ~~guard~~ designs are seen in the ''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' cinematic trailer, as well as in ''[[Assassin's Creed: Ascendance]]''. While the designs for the guards themselves were changed before the game's release, [[Fabio Orsini]] wore the same armor as seen in the original concept, albeit without a helmet and bearing a different emblem.		*Early Papal Guard designs are seen in the ''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' cinematic trailer, as well as in ''[[Assassin's Creed: Ascendance]]''. While the designs for the guards themselves were changed before the game's release, [[Fabio Orsini]] wore the same armor as seen in the original concept, albeit without a helmet and bearing a different emblem.
	**Additionally, all the ~~Papal~~ guards seen were shown to have halberds. However, in-game, the only time they can be seen carrying halberds was during the arrest of Cesare Borgia.		**Additionally, all of the guards seen were shown to have halberds. However, in-game, the only time they can be seen carrying halberds was during the arrest of Cesare Borgia.
	**In ''Assassin’s Creed: Ascendance'', the Papal Guard under Cesare are shown to wear the coat of arms of Pope [[Julius II]], comprised of the Papal Keys and a shield with a golden oak tree on a blue field.		**In ''Assassin’s Creed: Ascendance'', the Papal Guard under Cesare are shown to wear the coat of arms of Pope [[Julius II]], comprised of the Papal Keys and a shield with a golden oak tree on a blue field.
	**Papal ~~guards~~ wear [[Wikipedia:Morion (helmet)\|morion]] helmets. However, this is anachronistic as this type of helmets appeared in mid 16th century.		**The Papal Guard wear [[Wikipedia:Morion (helmet)\|morion]] helmets. However, this is anachronistic as this type of helmets appeared in mid 16th century.

	;Appearances		;Appearances
	*During [[Juan Borgia the Elder\|Juan Borgia]]'s party, a Papal ~~guard~~ is tasked to deliver the debt money of [[Egidio Troche]]. He spoke with a [[United Kingdom\|British]] or German accent and used some German words.		*During [[Juan Borgia the Elder\|Juan Borgia]]'s party, a Papal Guard is tasked to deliver the debt money of [[Egidio Troche]]. He spoke with a [[United Kingdom\|British]] or German accent and used some German words.
	*During the [[Skirmish in the Campagna District\|infiltration of the French headquarters]] in Rome, Ezio faces some Papal ~~guards~~. Although the Borgia had already left the battle by this time, the guards were an indication of the close alliance between Cesare and [[Octavian de Valois]].		*During the [[Skirmish in the Campagna District\|infiltration of the French headquarters]] in Rome, Ezio faces some Papal Guards. Although the Borgia had already left the battle by this time, the guards were an indication of the close alliance between Cesare and [[Octavian de Valois]].
	*By Cesare Borgia's arrest in December 1503, the Borgia had lost all their power in Rome. However, when Cesare is arrested by Fabio Orsini and the Papal troops, they still carry the emblem of the Borgia despite being commanded by the new Pope Julius II.		*By Cesare Borgia's arrest in December 1503, the Borgia had lost all their power in Rome. However, when Cesare is arrested by Fabio Orsini and the Papal troops, they still carry the emblem of the Borgia despite being commanded by the new Pope Julius II.
	*Similarly, when Ezio infiltrates [[Delizia di Belriguardo\|Belriguardo Castle]] in 1506, Papal ~~guards~~ that bear the Borgia emblem chase after him even though Ezio is in [[Ferrara]], and the Borgia are no longer in power. Since a guard can be heard mentioning Pope Julius had lent the Duke some of his own troops, the oversight is again about the guards sporting the Borgia colors.		*Similarly, when Ezio infiltrates [[Delizia di Belriguardo\|Belriguardo Castle]] in 1506, Papal Guards that bear the Borgia emblem chase after him even though Ezio is in [[Ferrara]], and the Borgia are no longer in power. Since a guard can be heard mentioning Pope Julius had lent the Duke some of his own troops, the oversight is again about the guards sporting the Borgia colors.
	*The Templars overseeing the [[War Machines]]' [[War Plans (Machine Gun)\|construction]] are always depicted as Papal guards.		*The Templars overseeing the [[War Machines]]' [[War Plans (Machine Gun)\|construction]] are always depicted as Papal guards.
	*There is an [[Assassination contracts\|assassination contract]] named "Graduation", where Ezio has to kill four Papal guards training within the [[Castel Sant'Angelo]].		*There is an [[Assassination contracts\|assassination contract]] named "Graduation", where Ezio has to kill four Papal guards training within the [[Castel Sant'Angelo]].
	*Papal ~~guards~~ are not commonly found in Rome and appear more often in main story memories. However, there is a group of four Papal ~~guards~~ who were always stationed right outside the Castel Sant'Angelo in the [[Vaticano District]], and these guards are always suspicious of Ezio, attacking on sight despite Ezio's [[Social Stealth\|notoriety]] level. However, if the Auditore or the Borgia cape is equipped, the guards will only be suspicious but will not attack Ezio immediately. Instead, they will harass him by pushing him around and insulting him.		*Papal Guards are not commonly found in Rome and appear more often in main story memories. However, there is a group of four Papal Guards who were always stationed right outside the Castel Sant'Angelo in the [[Vaticano District]], and these guards are always suspicious of Ezio, attacking on sight despite Ezio's [[Social Stealth\|notoriety]] level. However, if the Auditore or the Borgia cape is equipped, the guards will only be suspicious but will not attack Ezio immediately. Instead, they will harass him by pushing him around and insulting him.

	;Combat		;Combat
	*Papal ~~guards~~ are not affected by Ezio's taunts.		*Papal Guards are not affected by Ezio's taunts.
	*Cesare Borgia himself fights much like a Papal guard and is able to dual-wield a pistol and sword as they did.		*Cesare Borgia himself fights much like a Papal guard and is able to dual-wield a pistol and sword as they did.
	*Papal Guards are more or less of a mixture of all guards excluding the seekers and crossbow men though they are more resistant and have a considerable agility: they can deflect attacks and [[Horsemen\|mount horses]] like those of the [[Borgia captain]]s, have long health, are able to wield [[heavy weapon]]s like [[Brute]]s, has the speed of the [[agile]] guard, and are capable of wielding short weapons and the firepower of the [[Arquebusiers]] via the pistol, making the most powerful enemy in ''Brotherhood'' to be fought aside from Cesare Borgia.		*Papal Guards are more or less of a mixture of all guards excluding the seekers and crossbow men though they are more resistant and have a considerable agility: they can deflect attacks and [[Horsemen\|mount horses]] like those of the [[Borgia captain]]s, have long health, are able to wield [[heavy weapon]]s like [[Brute]]s, has the speed of the [[agile]] guard, and are capable of wielding short weapons and the firepower of the [[Arquebusiers]] via the pistol, making the most powerful enemy in ''Brotherhood'' to be fought aside from Cesare Borgia.
	*The Papal ~~guards~~ are considerably stronger than Ezio and has a larger build, with all of them being at least a head taller than him.		*The Papal Guards are considerably stronger than Ezio and has a larger build, with all of them being at least a head taller than him.
	*[[~~Bomb~~\|Smoke bombs]] had no effect on a Papal guard while engaged in combat. However, the bombs functioned as normal if the guard was taken by surprise.		*[[Smoke screen bomb\|Smoke bombs]] had no effect on a Papal guard while engaged in combat. However, the bombs functioned as normal if the guard was taken by surprise.
	*A Papal ~~guard~~ can be disarmed if he carries a pistol, or if Ezio lets them hit him for one strike, he can disarm then upon the second strike. Alternatively, if Ezio dodges three strikes in a row, he can disarm them on the fourth strike without taking a hit.		*A Papal Guard can be disarmed if he carries a pistol, or if Ezio lets them hit him for one strike, he can disarm then upon the second strike. Alternatively, if Ezio dodges three strikes in a row, he can disarm them on the fourth strike without taking a hit.

	==Gallery==		==Gallery==

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	;Design		;Design
	*Early Papal guard designs ~~were~~ seen in the ''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' cinematic trailer, as well as in ''[[Assassin's Creed: Ascendance]]''. While the designs for the guards themselves were changed before the game's release, [[Fabio Orsini]] wore the same armor as seen in the original concept, albeit without a helmet and bearing a different emblem.		*Early Papal guard designs are seen in the ''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' cinematic trailer, as well as in ''[[Assassin's Creed: Ascendance]]''. While the designs for the guards themselves were changed before the game's release, [[Fabio Orsini]] wore the same armor as seen in the original concept, albeit without a helmet and bearing a different emblem.
	**Additionally, all the Papal guards seen were shown to have halberds. However, in-game, the only time they ~~could~~ be seen carrying halberds was during the arrest of Cesare Borgia.		**Additionally, all the Papal guards seen were shown to have halberds. However, in-game, the only time they can be seen carrying halberds was during the arrest of Cesare Borgia.
	**In ''Assassin’s Creed: Ascendance'', the Papal Guard under Cesare ~~were~~ shown to wear the coat of arms of Pope [[Julius II]], comprised of the Papal Keys and a shield with a golden oak tree on a blue field.		**In ''Assassin’s Creed: Ascendance'', the Papal Guard under Cesare are shown to wear the coat of arms of Pope [[Julius II]], comprised of the Papal Keys and a shield with a golden oak tree on a blue field.
	**Papal guards wear [[Wikipedia:Morion (helmet)\|morion]] helmets~~, however~~, this is anachronistic as this type of helmets appeared in mid 16th century.		**Papal guards wear [[Wikipedia:Morion (helmet)\|morion]] helmets. However, this is anachronistic as this type of helmets appeared in mid 16th century.

	;Appearances		;Appearances
	*During [[Juan Borgia the Elder\|Juan Borgia]]'s party, a Papal guard ~~was~~ tasked to deliver the debt money of [[Egidio Troche]]. He spoke with a [[United Kingdom\|British]] or German accent and used some German words.		*During [[Juan Borgia the Elder\|Juan Borgia]]'s party, a Papal guard is tasked to deliver the debt money of [[Egidio Troche]]. He spoke with a [[United Kingdom\|British]] or German accent and used some German words.
	*During the [[Skirmish in the Campagna District\|infiltration of the French headquarters]] in Rome, Ezio ~~faced~~ some Papal guards. Although the Borgia had already left the battle by this time, the guards were an indication of the close alliance between Cesare and [[Octavian de Valois]].		*During the [[Skirmish in the Campagna District\|infiltration of the French headquarters]] in Rome, Ezio face some Papal guards. Although the Borgia had already left the battle by this time, the guards were an indication of the close alliance between Cesare and [[Octavian de Valois]].
	*By Cesare Borgia's arrest in December 1503, the Borgia had lost all their power in Rome. However, when Cesare ~~was~~ arrested by Fabio Orsini and the Papal troops, they still ~~carried~~ the emblem of the Borgia, despite being commanded by the new Pope Julius II.		*By Cesare Borgia's arrest in December 1503, the Borgia had lost all their power in Rome. However, when Cesare is arrested by Fabio Orsini and the Papal troops, they still carry the emblem of the Borgia despite being commanded by the new Pope Julius II.
	*Similarly, when Ezio ~~infiltrated~~ [[Delizia di Belriguardo\|Belriguardo Castle]] in 1506, Papal guards that ~~bore~~ the Borgia emblem ~~chased~~ after him, even though Ezio ~~was~~ in [[Ferrara]] and the Borgia ~~were~~ no longer in power. Since a guard ~~could~~ be heard mentioning Pope Julius had lent the Duke some of his own troops, the oversight is again about the guards sporting the Borgia colors.		*Similarly, when Ezio infiltrates [[Delizia di Belriguardo\|Belriguardo Castle]] in 1506, Papal guards that bear the Borgia emblem chase after him even though Ezio is in [[Ferrara]], and the Borgia are no longer in power. Since a guard can be heard mentioning Pope Julius had lent the Duke some of his own troops, the oversight is again about the guards sporting the Borgia colors.
	*The Templars overseeing the [[War Machines]]' [[War Plans (Machine Gun)\|construction]] ~~were~~ always depicted as Papal guards.		*The Templars overseeing the [[War Machines]]' [[War Plans (Machine Gun)\|construction]] are always depicted as Papal guards.
	*There ~~was~~ an [[Assassination contracts\|assassination contract]] named "Graduation", where Ezio ~~had~~ to kill four Papal guards training within the [[Castel Sant'Angelo]].		*There is an [[Assassination contracts\|assassination contract]] named "Graduation", where Ezio has to kill four Papal guards training within the [[Castel Sant'Angelo]].
	*Papal guards ~~were~~ not commonly found in Rome, and ~~appeared~~ more often in main story memories. However, there ~~was~~ a group of four Papal guards who were always stationed right outside the Castel Sant'Angelo in the [[Vaticano District]], and these guards ~~were~~ always suspicious of Ezio, attacking on sight despite Ezio's [[Social Stealth\|notoriety]] level. However, if the Auditore or the Borgia cape ~~was~~ equipped, the guards ~~would~~ only be suspicious but ~~would~~ not attack Ezio immediately~~; instead~~, they ~~would~~ harass him by pushing him around and insulting him.		*Papal guards are not commonly found in Rome and appear more often in main story memories. However, there is a group of four Papal guards who were always stationed right outside the Castel Sant'Angelo in the [[Vaticano District]], and these guards are always suspicious of Ezio, attacking on sight despite Ezio's [[Social Stealth\|notoriety]] level. However, if the Auditore or the Borgia cape is equipped, the guards will only be suspicious but will not attack Ezio immediately. Instead, they will harass him by pushing him around and insulting him.
	*At times that [[Sirus Favero]] was working with [[Lo Sparviero]] in Castel Sant'Angelo, there were two Papal guards stationed in the front gate.

	;Combat		;Combat
	*Papal guards ~~were~~ not affected by Ezio's taunts.		*Papal guards are not affected by Ezio's taunts.
	*Cesare Borgia himself ~~fought~~ much like a Papal guard, and ~~was~~ able to dual-wield a pistol and sword as they did.		*Cesare Borgia himself fights much like a Papal guard and is able to dual-wield a pistol and sword as they did.
	*Papal Guards are more or less of a mixture of all guards excluding the seekers and crossbow men though they are more resistant and have a considerable agility: they can deflect attacks and [[Horsemen\|mount horses]] like those of the [[Borgia captain]]s, have long health, are able to wield [[heavy weapon]]s like [[Brute]]s, has the speed of the [[agile]] guard, and are capable of wielding short weapons and the firepower of the [[Arquebusiers]] via the pistol, making the most powerful enemy in ''Brotherhood'' to be fought aside from Cesare Borgia.		*Papal Guards are more or less of a mixture of all guards excluding the seekers and crossbow men though they are more resistant and have a considerable agility: they can deflect attacks and [[Horsemen\|mount horses]] like those of the [[Borgia captain]]s, have long health, are able to wield [[heavy weapon]]s like [[Brute]]s, has the speed of the [[agile]] guard, and are capable of wielding short weapons and the firepower of the [[Arquebusiers]] via the pistol, making the most powerful enemy in ''Brotherhood'' to be fought aside from Cesare Borgia.
	*The Papal guards ~~were~~ considerably stronger than Ezio and ~~had~~ a larger build, with all of them being at least a head taller than him.		*The Papal guards are considerably stronger than Ezio and has a larger build, with all of them being at least a head taller than him.
	*[[Bomb\|Smoke bombs]] had no effect on a Papal guard while engaged in combat. However, the bombs functioned as normal if the guard was taken by surprise.		*[[Bomb\|Smoke bombs]] had no effect on a Papal guard while engaged in combat. However, the bombs functioned as normal if the guard was taken by surprise.
	*A Papal guard ~~could only~~ be disarmed if he ~~carried~~ a pistol or if Ezio lets them hit him for one strike, he can disarm then upon the second strike. Alternatively, if Ezio dodges three strikes in a row, he can disarm them on the fourth strike without taking a hit.		*A Papal guard can be disarmed if he carries a pistol, or if Ezio lets them hit him for one strike, he can disarm then upon the second strike. Alternatively, if Ezio dodges three strikes in a row, he can disarm them on the fourth strike without taking a hit.

	==Gallery==		==Gallery==