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	On 11 December 861, Wasif and the other Order leaders in Baghdad – Qabiha, [[Mas'ood Al-Ya'qoob]], [[Fazil Fahim al-Kemsa]], and [[Ning]] – convened at the [[Winter Palace, Anbar\|Winter Palace]] in [[Anbar]], where the caliph [[Al-Mutawakkil]] awaited them with a chest containing a [[Memory Seals\|Memory Seal]]. After Wasif verified the artifact's authenticity, the caliph asked to take a look at the chest's contents, prompting Wasif to approach Al-Mutawakkil threateningly while reminding him that he was to say nothing of the artifact. He then instructed the caliph to safeguard the chest until the Order's work was done and left alongside his fellow masked Ancients.<ref name="Master Thief">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Master Thief of Anbar]]</ref>		On 11 December 861, Wasif and the other Order leaders in Baghdad – Qabiha, [[Mas'ood Al-Ya'qoob]], [[Fazil Fahim al-Kemsa]], and [[Ning]] – convened at the [[Winter Palace, Anbar\|Winter Palace]] in [[Anbar]], where the caliph [[Al-Mutawakkil]] awaited them with a chest containing a [[Memory Seals\|Memory Seal]]. After Wasif verified the artifact's authenticity, the caliph asked to take a look at the chest's contents, prompting Wasif to approach Al-Mutawakkil threateningly while reminding him that he was to say nothing of the artifact. He then instructed the caliph to safeguard the chest until the Order's work was done and left alongside his fellow masked Ancients.<ref name="Master Thief">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Master Thief of Anbar]]</ref>

	However, this ultimately proved futile, as shortly after the meeting, Al-Mutawakkil was killed by a young [[thief]], [[Basim ~~Ibn~~ Ishaq]], who had broken into the Winter Palace to retrieve the Memory Seal on the [[Assassins\|Hidden Ones]]' behalf. The caliph's death robbed the Order of a powerful puppet, but Wasif and the others remained undeterred in their work and moved forward with their respective plans.<ref name="Master Thief"/>		However, this ultimately proved futile, as shortly after the meeting, Al-Mutawakkil was killed by a young [[thief]], [[Basim ibn Ishaq]], who had broken into the Winter Palace to retrieve the Memory Seal on the [[Assassins\|Hidden Ones]]' behalf. The caliph's death robbed the Order of a powerful puppet, but Wasif and the others remained undeterred in their work and moved forward with their respective plans.<ref name="Master Thief"/>
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	===Fighting the Zanj Rebellion===		===Fighting the Zanj Rebellion===
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	After Al-Mutawakkil's death, Wasif continued his military duties and fought against the [[Zanj Rebellion]] led by [[Ali ibn Muhammad]], which was secretly aided by the Hidden Ones.<ref name="Chase">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Chase (Mirage)\|The Chase]]</ref> At some point, he learned of Fazil's device, the [[Alruh]], which the Ancient boasted about, claiming it would allow the Order to learn the secrets of "[[Isu\|Those Who Came Before]]". However, Wasif was unimpressed by Fazil's lack of results and urged him to live up to his promises.<ref name="The Great Symposium">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Great Symposium]]</ref>		After Al-Mutawakkil's death, Wasif continued his military duties and fought against the [[Zanj Rebellion]] led by [[Ali ibn Muhammad]], which was secretly aided by the Hidden Ones.<ref name="Chase">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Chase (Mirage)\|The Chase]]</ref> At some point, he learned of Fazil's device, the [[Alruh]], which the Ancient boasted about, claiming it would allow the Order to learn the secrets of "[[Isu\|Those Who Came Before]]". However, Wasif was unimpressed by Fazil's lack of results and urged him to live up to his promises.<ref name="The Great Symposium">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Great Symposium]]</ref>

	When Wasif later left Baghdad to deal with a battle incursion, he ordered his subordinates [[Jasoor ibn Basil]] to deal with the Zanj rebels on his behalf,<ref name="Bird Trap">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[Bird Trap]]</ref> and [[Nadir ibn Havid]] to smuggle cargo for the Order and create [[Ship\|warships]] for the Caliphate.<ref name="To Catch a Demon">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[To Catch a Demon]]</ref> However, he soon learned the disturbing truths that Jasoor was lying about his military accomplishments,<ref name="Bird Trap"/> and Nadir was stealing wares for his personal gain.<ref name="To Catch a Demon"/> Wasif set up meetings with both of his subordinates to discuss their shortcomings, though before they could respond, Jasoor and Nadir were assassinated by the Hidden One Basim ~~Ibn~~ Ishaq.<ref name="Bird Trap"/><ref name="To Catch a Demon"/>		When Wasif later left Baghdad to deal with a battle incursion, he ordered his subordinates [[Jasoor ibn Basil]] to deal with the Zanj rebels on his behalf,<ref name="Bird Trap">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[Bird Trap]]</ref> and [[Nadir ibn Havid]] to smuggle cargo for the Order and create [[Ship\|warships]] for the Caliphate.<ref name="To Catch a Demon">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[To Catch a Demon]]</ref> However, he soon learned the disturbing truths that Jasoor was lying about his military accomplishments,<ref name="Bird Trap"/> and Nadir was stealing wares for his personal gain.<ref name="To Catch a Demon"/> Wasif set up meetings with both of his subordinates to discuss their shortcomings, though before they could respond, Jasoor and Nadir were assassinated by the Hidden One Basim ibn Ishaq.<ref name="Bird Trap"/><ref name="To Catch a Demon"/>

	[[File:ACMir Den of the Beast 3.png\|thumb\|250px\|Wasif threatening Governor Muhammad]]		[[File:ACMir Den of the Beast 3.png\|thumb\|250px\|Wasif threatening Governor Muhammad]]

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	Before long, Wasif learned that Ali and his rebels had infiltrated the garrison, and sent his men to engage them in the same courtyard where he had executed Beshi. Inside his office, the warlord ordered two of his guards to call for reinforcements, but after the soldiers departed, Wasif was left defenseless, allowing Basim, who accompanied Ali and his rebels, to assassinate him.<ref name="Den of the Beast"/>		Before long, Wasif learned that Ali and his rebels had infiltrated the garrison, and sent his men to engage them in the same courtyard where he had executed Beshi. Inside his office, the warlord ordered two of his guards to call for reinforcements, but after the soldiers departed, Wasif was left defenseless, allowing Basim, who accompanied Ali and his rebels, to assassinate him.<ref name="Den of the Beast"/>

	Shortly after, Ali entered the room and found Basim standing over Wasif's body, which he stabbed in front of his men to make it look like he ~~had~~ killed the warlord ~~and keep~~ the Hidden Ones' involvement secret. Basim, Ali and the rebels then ~~proceeded to fight~~ their way out of the garrison, eliminating the last of Wasif's guards.<ref name="Den of the Beast"/>		Shortly after, Ali entered the room and found Basim standing over Wasif's body, which he stabbed in front of his men to make it look like he killed the warlord, keeping the Hidden Ones' involvement secret. Basim, Ali, and the rebels then fought their way out of the garrison, eliminating the last of Wasif's guards.<ref name="Den of the Beast"/>
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	==Behind the scenes==		==Behind the scenes==

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	'''Wasif al-Turki''' (died 860s), also known as '''Al-Mardikhwar''' (~~English:~~ ''The Manticore''; lit: ''Man-eater''), was a {{Wiki\|Turkic peoples\|Turkic}} warlord of the [[Abbasid Caliphate]]'s military and a member of the [[Order of the Ancients]] operating in [[Baghdad]] during the 9th century. He was the most direct threat to [[Ali ibn Muhammad]]'s [[Zanj Rebellion\|rebellion]], hunting down rebels and keeping Baghdad's [[Civilian\|citizens]] in line through fear.		'''Wasif al-Turki''' (وصيف التركي;<ref name="Wiki">{{WP\|Wasif al-Turki}}</ref> died 860s), also known as '''Al-Mardikhwar''' (المرديخور; ''The {{Wiki\|Manticore}}''; lit: ''Man-eater''), was a {{Wiki\|Turkic peoples\|Turkic}} warlord of the [[Abbasid Caliphate]]'s military and a member of the [[Order of the Ancients]] operating in [[Baghdad]] during the 9th century. He was the most direct threat to [[Ali ibn Muhammad]]'s [[Zanj Rebellion\|rebellion]], hunting down rebels and keeping Baghdad's [[Civilian\|citizens]] in line through fear.

	==Biography==		==Biography==
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	Originally raised by his single mother, whom he loved deeply, Wasif was taken into an [[Slavery\|enslaved]] servitude to a [[blacksmith]] at a young age. After enduring years of abuse at his hands, Wasif grew stronger and eventually killed the blacksmith with his bare hands.<ref name="Den of the Beast">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[Den of the Beast]]</ref> Shortly after, he joined the [[Turkic Army]] and became known as a relentless kingmaker. Accompanied by his fervently trustworthy [[soldier]]s, he was meticulous in eliminating his enemies with ease.<ref name="Database">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[Database: Wasif]]</ref>		Originally raised by his single mother, whom he loved deeply, Wasif was taken into an [[Slavery\|enslaved]] servitude to a [[blacksmith]] at a young age. After enduring years of abuse at his hands, Wasif grew stronger and eventually killed the blacksmith with his bare hands.<ref name="Den of the Beast">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[Den of the Beast]]</ref> Shortly after, he joined the [[Turkic Army]] and became known as a relentless kingmaker. Accompanied by his fervently trustworthy [[soldier]]s, he was meticulous in eliminating his enemies with ease.<ref name="Database">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[Database: Wasif]]</ref>

	By the 860s, Wasif had joined the [[Order of the Ancients]] and became one of its five leading members in [[Baghdad]], answering directly to the [[Ra's Al-Af'a]], [[Qabiha]], and overseeing the Order's operations in the [[Sharqiyah]] sub-district of [[Karkh]]. His position as a general and warlord granted the Order control over the Turkic Army, although his bloodlust and unpredictable nature led some of his compatriots to consider him a liability.<ref name="Den of the Beast" />		By the 860s, Wasif had joined the [[Order of the Ancients]] and became one of its five leading members in [[Baghdad]], answering directly to the [[Ra's Al-Af'a]], [[Qabiha]], and overseeing the Order's operations in the [[Sharqiyah]] sub-district of [[Karkh]]. His position as a general and warlord granted the Order control over the Turkic Army, although his bloodlust and unpredictable nature led some of his compatriots to consider him a liability.<ref name="Den of the Beast"/>

	===Meeting the Caliph===		===Meeting the Caliph===
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	On 11 December 861, Wasif and the other Order leaders in Baghdad – Qabiha, [[Mas'ood Al-Ya'qoob]], [[Fazil Fahim al-Kemsa]], and [[Ning]] – convened at the [[Winter Palace, Anbar\|Winter Palace]] in [[Anbar]], where the caliph [[Al-Mutawakkil]] awaited them with a chest containing a [[Memory Seals\|Memory Seal]]. After Wasif verified the artifact's authenticity, the caliph asked to take a look at the chest's contents, prompting Wasif to approach Al-Mutawakkil threateningly while reminding him that he was to say nothing of the artifact. He then instructed the caliph to safeguard the chest until the Order's work was done and left alongside his fellow masked Ancients.<ref name="Master Thief">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Master Thief of Anbar]]</ref>		On 11 December 861, Wasif and the other Order leaders in Baghdad – Qabiha, [[Mas'ood Al-Ya'qoob]], [[Fazil Fahim al-Kemsa]], and [[Ning]] – convened at the [[Winter Palace, Anbar\|Winter Palace]] in [[Anbar]], where the caliph [[Al-Mutawakkil]] awaited them with a chest containing a [[Memory Seals\|Memory Seal]]. After Wasif verified the artifact's authenticity, the caliph asked to take a look at the chest's contents, prompting Wasif to approach Al-Mutawakkil threateningly while reminding him that he was to say nothing of the artifact. He then instructed the caliph to safeguard the chest until the Order's work was done and left alongside his fellow masked Ancients.<ref name="Master Thief">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Master Thief of Anbar]]</ref>

	However, this ultimately proved futile, as shortly after the meeting, Al-Mutawakkil was killed by a young [[thief]], [[Basim Ibn Ishaq]], who had broken into the Winter Palace to retrieve the Memory Seal on the [[Assassins\|Hidden Ones]]' behalf. The caliph's death robbed the Order of a powerful puppet, but Wasif and the others remained undeterred in their work and moved forward with their respective plans.<ref name="Master Thief" />		However, this ultimately proved futile, as shortly after the meeting, Al-Mutawakkil was killed by a young [[thief]], [[Basim Ibn Ishaq]], who had broken into the Winter Palace to retrieve the Memory Seal on the [[Assassins\|Hidden Ones]]' behalf. The caliph's death robbed the Order of a powerful puppet, but Wasif and the others remained undeterred in their work and moved forward with their respective plans.<ref name="Master Thief"/>
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	===Fighting the Zanj Rebellion===		===Fighting the Zanj Rebellion===
	{{Dialogue2\|Wasif\|And who are you to tell me what I can and cannot do?\|Muhammad\|There is more at stake here than your pride, Wasif. We walk a narrow path.\|Enough! Take care what you say when we next meet, Governor. I will not suffer such insult twice.\|Wasif threatening Muhammad ibn Tahir, 860s.\|Assassin's Creed: Mirage\|Den of the Beast}}		{{Dialogue2\|Wasif\|And who are you to tell me what I can and cannot do?\|Muhammad\|There is more at stake here than your pride, Wasif. We walk a narrow path.\|Enough! Take care what you say when we next meet, Governor. I will not suffer such insult twice.\|Wasif threatening Muhammad ibn Tahir, 860s.\|Assassin's Creed: Mirage\|Den of the Beast}}
	After Al-Mutawakkil's death, Wasif continued his military duties and fought against the [[Zanj Rebellion]] led by [[Ali ibn Muhammad]], which was secretly aided by the Hidden Ones.<ref name="Chase">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Chase (Mirage)\|The Chase]]</ref> At some point, he learned of Fazil's device, the [[Alruh]], which the Ancient boasted about, claiming it would allow the Order to learn the secrets of "[[Isu\|Those Who Came Before]]". However, Wasif was unimpressed by Fazil's lack of results and urged him to live up to his promises.<ref name="The Great Symposium">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Great Symposium]]</ref>		After Al-Mutawakkil's death, Wasif continued his military duties and fought against the [[Zanj Rebellion]] led by [[Ali ibn Muhammad]], which was secretly aided by the Hidden Ones.<ref name="Chase">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Chase (Mirage)\|The Chase]]</ref> At some point, he learned of Fazil's device, the [[Alruh]], which the Ancient boasted about, claiming it would allow the Order to learn the secrets of "[[Isu\|Those Who Came Before]]". However, Wasif was unimpressed by Fazil's lack of results and urged him to live up to his promises.<ref name="The Great Symposium">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Great Symposium]]</ref>

	When Wasif later left Baghdad to deal with a battle incursion, he ordered his subordinates [[Jasoor ibn Basil]] to deal with the Zanj rebels on his behalf,<ref name="Bird Trap">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[Bird Trap]]</ref> and [[Nadir ibn Havid]] to smuggle cargo for the Order and create [[Ship\|warships]] for the Caliphate.<ref name="To Catch a Demon">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[To Catch a Demon]]</ref> However, he soon learned the disturbing truths that Jasoor was lying about his military accomplishments,<ref name="Bird Trap" /> and Nadir was stealing wares for his personal gain.<ref name="To Catch a Demon" /> Wasif set up meetings with both of his subordinates to discuss their shortcomings, though before they could respond, Jasoor and Nadir were assassinated by the Hidden One Basim Ibn Ishaq.<ref name="Bird Trap" /><ref name="To Catch a Demon" />		When Wasif later left Baghdad to deal with a battle incursion, he ordered his subordinates [[Jasoor ibn Basil]] to deal with the Zanj rebels on his behalf,<ref name="Bird Trap">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[Bird Trap]]</ref> and [[Nadir ibn Havid]] to smuggle cargo for the Order and create [[Ship\|warships]] for the Caliphate.<ref name="To Catch a Demon">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[To Catch a Demon]]</ref> However, he soon learned the disturbing truths that Jasoor was lying about his military accomplishments,<ref name="Bird Trap"/> and Nadir was stealing wares for his personal gain.<ref name="To Catch a Demon"/> Wasif set up meetings with both of his subordinates to discuss their shortcomings, though before they could respond, Jasoor and Nadir were assassinated by the Hidden One Basim Ibn Ishaq.<ref name="Bird Trap"/><ref name="To Catch a Demon"/>

	[[File:ACMir Den of the Beast 3.png\|thumb\|250px\|Wasif threatening Governor Muhammad]]		[[File:ACMir Den of the Beast 3.png\|thumb\|250px\|Wasif threatening Governor Muhammad]]
	Following his return to Baghdad, Wasif resumed his fight against Ali and his rebels and managed to gain the upper hand by capturing Ali's right-hand man, [[Beshi]].<ref name="Chase" /> As he prepared to enter his base at [[The Great Garrison]] to interrogate Beshi, Wasif was approached by Baghdad's governor [[Muhammad ibn Tahir]], who advised him to control himself. Feeling insulted, Wasif merely threatened the governor in response before heading into the garrison.<ref name="Den of the Beast" />		Following his return to Baghdad, Wasif resumed his fight against Ali and his rebels and managed to gain the upper hand by capturing Ali's right-hand man, [[Beshi]].<ref name="Chase"/> As he prepared to enter his base at [[The Great Garrison]] to interrogate Beshi, Wasif was approached by Baghdad's governor [[Muhammad ibn Tahir]], who advised him to control himself. Feeling insulted, Wasif merely threatened the governor in response before heading into the garrison.<ref name="Den of the Beast"/>

	===Death===		===Death===
	{{Dialogue2\|Wasif\|A feather... isn't that ironic? Was it taken from an eagle who fell out of the sky?\|Basim\|A symbol of freedom. A word you did not use often. And never will again.\|Oh... so this is freedom? Yet, I do not see any way out...\|Wasif and Basim in the former's final moments, 860s.\|Assassin's Creed: Mirage\|Den of the Beast}}		{{Dialogue2\|Wasif\|A feather... isn't that ironic? Was it taken from an eagle who fell out of the sky?\|Basim\|A symbol of freedom. A word you did not use often. And never will again.\|Oh... so this is freedom? Yet, I do not see any way out...\|Wasif and Basim in the former's final moments, 860s.\|Assassin's Creed: Mirage\|Den of the Beast}}
	Prior to interrogating Beshi, Wasif received a letter from Qabiha, who subtly threatened him to lessen his bloodshed against the [[Slavery\|slaves]] since his recent actions had attracted too much attention to the Order and herself. Following this, the warlord headed into the Great Garrison's inner courtyard, where his men had brought a bound Beshi. Grabbing a [[sword]], Wasif chastised Beshi for being on "the wrong side" but the rebel responded that [[Islam\|Allah]] would judge him, not his torturer. Infuriated, Wasif slowly murdered Beshi with the sword before closing himself off inside his office.<ref name="Den of the Beast" />

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	Before ~~long~~, Wasif ~~learned that Ali and~~ his ~~rebels~~ had ~~infiltrated~~ the ~~garrison~~, ~~and sent his men to engage them in~~ the ~~same~~ courtyard where he had ~~executed~~ Beshi. ~~Inside his office~~, the ~~warlord ordered two of his guards to call for reinforcements,~~ but ~~after~~ the ~~soldiers departed~~, Wasif ~~was left defenseless, allowing Basim, who accompanied Ali and~~ his ~~rebels, to assassinate him~~.<ref name="Den of the Beast" />		Before interrogating Beshi, Wasif received a letter from Qabiha, who subtly threatened him to lessen his bloodshed against the [[Slavery\|slaves]] since his recent actions had attracted too much attention to the Order and herself. Following this, the warlord headed into the Great Garrison's inner courtyard, where his men had brought a bound Beshi. Grabbing a [[sword]], Wasif chastised Beshi for being on "the wrong side" but the rebel responded that [[Islam\|Allah]] would judge him, not his torturer. Infuriated, Wasif slowly murdered Beshi with the sword before closing himself off inside his office.<ref name="Den of the Beast"/>

	~~Shortly after~~, Ali ~~entered~~ the ~~room~~ and ~~found Basim standing over Wasif's body, which he stabbed in front of~~ his men to ~~make it look like~~ he had ~~killed~~ the warlord ~~and keep~~ the ~~Hidden Ones' involvement secret.~~ Basim, Ali and ~~the~~ rebels ~~then proceeded~~ to ~~fight their way out of the garrison, eliminating the last of Wasif's guards~~.<ref name="Den of the Beast" />		Before long, Wasif learned that Ali and his rebels had infiltrated the garrison, and sent his men to engage them in the same courtyard where he had executed Beshi. Inside his office, the warlord ordered two of his guards to call for reinforcements, but after the soldiers departed, Wasif was left defenseless, allowing Basim, who accompanied Ali and his rebels, to assassinate him.<ref name="Den of the Beast"/>

			Shortly after, Ali entered the room and found Basim standing over Wasif's body, which he stabbed in front of his men to make it look like he had killed the warlord and keep the Hidden Ones' involvement secret. Basim, Ali and the rebels then proceeded to fight their way out of the garrison, eliminating the last of Wasif's guards.<ref name="Den of the Beast"/>
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	==Behind the scenes==		==Behind the scenes==
	Wasif al-Turki is a historical figure featured as an antagonist and assassination target in the 2023 video game ''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]''.		Wasif al-Turki is a historical figure featured as an antagonist and assassination target in the 2023 video game ''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]''. Historically, he was involved in the conspiracy to assassinate al-Mutawakkil in 861 and played a central role in the subsequent [[Anarchy at Samarra]], supporting Caliph [[al-Musta'in]] throughout his {{Wiki\|Abbasid civil war (865–866)\|civil war}} against his cousin [[Al-Mu'tazz\|Abu 'Abdallah]]. He died on 29 October 867 in [[Samarra]], after a riot broke out within his army.<ref name="Wiki"/>

	Historically, ~~Wasif~~ was involved in the conspiracy to assassinate Al-Mutawakkil in 861 and played a central role in the subsequent [[Anarchy at Samarra]], supporting Caliph [[al-Musta'in]] throughout his {{Wiki\|Abbasid civil war (865–866)\|civil war}} against his cousin [[Al-Mu'tazz\|Abu 'Abdallah]]. He died on 29 October 867 in [[Samarra]], after a riot broke out within his army.<ref name="Wiki"~~>{{WP\|Wasif al-Turki}}<~~/~~ref~~>

	===Etymology===		===Etymology===
	Wasif is a Muslim name meaning "man of qualities", while al-Turki literally translates to "the Turk". His cryptonym, Al-Mardikhwar (المرديخور), is a reference to the ~~{{Wiki\|~~manticore}} (Persian: مردخوار ''mard-khar''), a creature in {{Wiki\|Persian mythology}} with the head of a human, the body of a lion, and the tail of a scorpion.<ref>{{WP\|Manticore}}</ref>		Wasif is a Muslim name meaning "man of qualities", while al-Turki literally translates to "the Turk". His cryptonym, Al-Mardikhwar (المرديخور), is a reference to the manticore (Persian: مردخوار ''mard-khar''), a creature in {{Wiki\|Persian mythology}} with the head of a human, the body of a [[lion]], and the tail of a [[scorpion]].<ref>{{WP\|Manticore}}</ref>

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	{{Dialogue\|Wasif\|You saw nothing of this. You say nothing. Do you understand?\|Al-Mutawakkil\|Y-yes, of course. Perish the idea.\|Wasif threatening the caliph during the meeting, 861.\|Assassin's Creed: Mirage\|The Master Thief of Anbar}}		{{Dialogue\|Wasif\|You saw nothing of this. You say nothing. Do you understand?\|Al-Mutawakkil\|Y-yes, of course. Perish the idea.\|Wasif threatening the caliph during the meeting, 861.\|Assassin's Creed: Mirage\|The Master Thief of Anbar}}
	[[File:ACMirage The Master Thief of Anbar 34.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|Wasif and his Order brethren meeting Al-Mutawakkil]]		[[File:ACMirage The Master Thief of Anbar 34.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|Wasif and his Order brethren meeting Al-Mutawakkil]]
	On 11 December 861, Wasif and the other Order leaders in Baghdad – Qabiha, [[Mas'ood Al-Ya'qoob]], [[Fazil Fahim al-Kemsa]] and [[Ning]] – convened at the [[Winter Palace, Anbar\|Winter Palace]] in [[Anbar]], where the caliph [[Al-Mutawakkil]] awaited them with a chest containing a [[Memory Seals\|Memory Seal]]. After Wasif verified the artifact's authenticity, the caliph asked to take a look at the chest's contents, prompting Wasif to approach Al-Mutawakkil threateningly while reminding him that he was to say nothing of the artifact. He then instructed the caliph to safeguard the chest until the Order's work was done and left alongside his fellow masked Ancients.<ref name="Master Thief">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Master Thief of Anbar]]</ref>		On 11 December 861, Wasif and the other Order leaders in Baghdad – Qabiha, [[Mas'ood Al-Ya'qoob]], [[Fazil Fahim al-Kemsa]], and [[Ning]] – convened at the [[Winter Palace, Anbar\|Winter Palace]] in [[Anbar]], where the caliph [[Al-Mutawakkil]] awaited them with a chest containing a [[Memory Seals\|Memory Seal]]. After Wasif verified the artifact's authenticity, the caliph asked to take a look at the chest's contents, prompting Wasif to approach Al-Mutawakkil threateningly while reminding him that he was to say nothing of the artifact. He then instructed the caliph to safeguard the chest until the Order's work was done and left alongside his fellow masked Ancients.<ref name="Master Thief">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Master Thief of Anbar]]</ref>

	However, this ultimately proved futile, as shortly after the meeting, Al-Mutawakkil was killed by a young [[thief]], [[Basim Ibn Ishaq]], who had broken into the Winter Palace to retrieve the Memory Seal on the [[Assassins\|Hidden Ones]]' behalf. The caliph's death robbed the Order of a powerful puppet, but Wasif and the others remained undeterred in their work and moved forward with their respective plans.<ref name="Master Thief" />		However, this ultimately proved futile, as shortly after the meeting, Al-Mutawakkil was killed by a young [[thief]], [[Basim Ibn Ishaq]], who had broken into the Winter Palace to retrieve the Memory Seal on the [[Assassins\|Hidden Ones]]' behalf. The caliph's death robbed the Order of a powerful puppet, but Wasif and the others remained undeterred in their work and moved forward with their respective plans.<ref name="Master Thief" />
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	After Al-Mutawakkil's death, Wasif continued his military duties and fought against the [[Zanj Rebellion]] led by [[Ali ibn Muhammad]], which was secretly aided by the Hidden Ones.<ref name="Chase">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Chase (Mirage)\|The Chase]]</ref> At some point, he learned of Fazil's device, the [[Alruh]], which the Ancient boasted about, claiming it would allow the Order to learn the secrets of "[[Isu\|Those Who Came Before]]". However, Wasif was unimpressed by Fazil's lack of results and urged him to live up to his promises.<ref name="The Great Symposium">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Great Symposium]]</ref>		After Al-Mutawakkil's death, Wasif continued his military duties and fought against the [[Zanj Rebellion]] led by [[Ali ibn Muhammad]], which was secretly aided by the Hidden Ones.<ref name="Chase">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Chase (Mirage)\|The Chase]]</ref> At some point, he learned of Fazil's device, the [[Alruh]], which the Ancient boasted about, claiming it would allow the Order to learn the secrets of "[[Isu\|Those Who Came Before]]". However, Wasif was unimpressed by Fazil's lack of results and urged him to live up to his promises.<ref name="The Great Symposium">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Great Symposium]]</ref>

	When Wasif later left Baghdad to deal with a battle incursion, he ordered his subordinates [[Jasoor ibn Basil]] to deal with the Zanj rebels on his behalf,<ref name="Bird Trap">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[Bird Trap]]</ref> and [[Nadir ibn Havid]] to smuggle cargo for the Order and create [[Ship\|warships]] for the Caliphate.<ref name="To Catch a Demon">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[To Catch a Demon]]</ref> However, he soon learned the disturbing truths that Jasoor was lying about his military accomplishments<ref name="Bird Trap" /> and Nadir was stealing wares for his personal gain.<ref name="To Catch a Demon" /> Wasif set up meetings with both of his subordinates to discuss their shortcomings, though before they could respond, Jasoor and Nadir were assassinated by the Hidden One Basim Ibn Ishaq.<ref name="Bird Trap" /><ref name="To Catch a Demon" />		When Wasif later left Baghdad to deal with a battle incursion, he ordered his subordinates [[Jasoor ibn Basil]] to deal with the Zanj rebels on his behalf,<ref name="Bird Trap">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[Bird Trap]]</ref> and [[Nadir ibn Havid]] to smuggle cargo for the Order and create [[Ship\|warships]] for the Caliphate.<ref name="To Catch a Demon">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[To Catch a Demon]]</ref> However, he soon learned the disturbing truths that Jasoor was lying about his military accomplishments,<ref name="Bird Trap" /> and Nadir was stealing wares for his personal gain.<ref name="To Catch a Demon" /> Wasif set up meetings with both of his subordinates to discuss their shortcomings, though before they could respond, Jasoor and Nadir were assassinated by the Hidden One Basim Ibn Ishaq.<ref name="Bird Trap" /><ref name="To Catch a Demon" />

	[[File:ACMir Den of the Beast 3.png\|thumb\|250px\|Wasif threatening Governor Muhammad]]		[[File:ACMir Den of the Beast 3.png\|thumb\|250px\|Wasif threatening Governor Muhammad]]
	Following his return to Baghdad, Wasif resumed his fight ~~with~~ Ali and his rebels and managed to gain the upper hand by capturing Ali's right-hand man, [[Beshi]].<ref name="Chase" /> As he prepared to enter his base at [[The Great Garrison]] to interrogate Beshi, Wasif was approached by Baghdad's governor [[Muhammad ibn Tahir]], who advised him to control himself. Feeling insulted, Wasif merely threatened the governor in response before heading into the garrison.<ref name="Den of the Beast" />		Following his return to Baghdad, Wasif resumed his fight against Ali and his rebels and managed to gain the upper hand by capturing Ali's right-hand man, [[Beshi]].<ref name="Chase" /> As he prepared to enter his base at [[The Great Garrison]] to interrogate Beshi, Wasif was approached by Baghdad's governor [[Muhammad ibn Tahir]], who advised him to control himself. Feeling insulted, Wasif merely threatened the governor in response before heading into the garrison.<ref name="Den of the Beast" />

	===Death===		===Death===
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	[[File:ACMir Den of the Beast 30.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|Basim assassinating Wasif]]		[[File:ACMir Den of the Beast 30.png\|thumb\|250px\|left\|Basim assassinating Wasif]]
	Before long, Wasif learned that Ali and his rebels had infiltrated the garrison and sent his men to engage them in the same courtyard where he had executed Beshi. Inside his office, the warlord ordered two of his guards to call for reinforcements, but after the soldiers ~~left~~, Wasif was left defenseless, allowing Basim, who ~~had~~ accompanied Ali and his rebels, to assassinate him.<ref name="Den of the Beast" />		Before long, Wasif learned that Ali and his rebels had infiltrated the garrison, and sent his men to engage them in the same courtyard where he had executed Beshi. Inside his office, the warlord ordered two of his guards to call for reinforcements, but after the soldiers departed, Wasif was left defenseless, allowing Basim, who accompanied Ali and his rebels, to assassinate him.<ref name="Den of the Beast" />

	Shortly after, Ali entered the room and found Basim standing over Wasif's body, which he stabbed in front of his men to make it look like he had killed the warlord and keep the Hidden Ones' involvement secret. Basim, Ali and the rebels then proceeded to fight their way out of the garrison, eliminating the last of Wasif's guards.<ref name="Den of the Beast" />		Shortly after, Ali entered the room and found Basim standing over Wasif's body, which he stabbed in front of his men to make it look like he had killed the warlord and keep the Hidden Ones' involvement secret. Basim, Ali and the rebels then proceeded to fight their way out of the garrison, eliminating the last of Wasif's guards.<ref name="Den of the Beast" />
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	Wasif al-Turki is a historical figure featured as an antagonist and assassination target in the 2023 video game ''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]''.		Wasif al-Turki is a historical figure featured as an antagonist and assassination target in the 2023 video game ''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]''.

	Historically, Wasif was involved in the conspiracy to assassinate Al-Mutawakkil in 861 and played a central role in the subsequent [[Anarchy at Samarra]], supporting ~~the~~ Caliph [[al-Musta'in]] throughout his {{Wiki\|Abbasid civil war (865–866)\|civil war}} against his cousin [[Al-Mu'tazz\|Abu 'Abdallah]]. He died in October 867, after a riot broke out within his army.<ref name="Wiki">{{WP\|Wasif al-Turki}}</ref>		Historically, Wasif was involved in the conspiracy to assassinate Al-Mutawakkil in 861 and played a central role in the subsequent [[Anarchy at Samarra]], supporting Caliph [[al-Musta'in]] throughout his {{Wiki\|Abbasid civil war (865–866)\|civil war}} against his cousin [[Al-Mu'tazz\|Abu 'Abdallah]]. He died on 29 October 867 in [[Samarra]], after a riot broke out within his army.<ref name="Wiki">{{WP\|Wasif al-Turki}}</ref>

	===Etymology===		===Etymology===
	Wasif is a Muslim name meaning "man of qualities", while al-Turki literally translates to "the Turk". His cryptonym, Al-Mardikhwar (المرديخور), is a reference to the {{Wiki\|manticore}} (Persian: مردخوار ''mard-khar''), a creature in {{Wiki\|Persian mythology}} with the head of a human, the body of a lion and the tail of a scorpion.<ref>{{WP\|Manticore}}</ref>		Wasif is a Muslim name meaning "man of qualities", while al-Turki literally translates to "the Turk". His cryptonym, Al-Mardikhwar (المرديخور), is a reference to the {{Wiki\|manticore}} (Persian: مردخوار ''mard-khar''), a creature in {{Wiki\|Persian mythology}} with the head of a human, the body of a lion, and the tail of a scorpion.<ref>{{WP\|Manticore}}</ref>

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	==Behind the scenes==		==Behind the scenes==
	Wasif al-Turki is a historical figure featured as an antagonist and assassination target in the 2023 video game ''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]''. Historically, Wasif was involved in the conspiracy to assassinate Al-Mutawakkil in 861 and played a central role in the subsequent [[Anarchy at Samarra]], supporting the Caliph [[al-Musta'in]] throughout his {{Wiki\|Abbasid civil war (865–866)\|civil war}} against his cousin [[Al-Mu'tazz\|Abu 'Abdallah]]. He died in October 867, after a riot broke out within his army.<ref name="Wiki">{{WP\|Wasif al-Turki}}</ref>		Wasif al-Turki is a historical figure featured as an antagonist and assassination target in the 2023 video game ''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]''.

			Historically, Wasif was involved in the conspiracy to assassinate Al-Mutawakkil in 861 and played a central role in the subsequent [[Anarchy at Samarra]], supporting the Caliph [[al-Musta'in]] throughout his {{Wiki\|Abbasid civil war (865–866)\|civil war}} against his cousin [[Al-Mu'tazz\|Abu 'Abdallah]]. He died in October 867, after a riot broke out within his army.<ref name="Wiki">{{WP\|Wasif al-Turki}}</ref>

	===Etymology===		===Etymology===

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	{{Character Infobox		{{Character Infobox
	\|name = Wasif Al Turki		\|name=Wasif Al Turki
	\|native =		\|native=
	\|image = ACMirage DB Wasif.png		\|image=ACMirage DB Wasif.png
	\|birth =		\|birth =
	\|death = 860s<br>[[The Great Garrison]], [[Sharqiyah]], [[Baghdad]], [[Abbasid Caliphate]]		\|death=860s<br>[[The Great Garrison]], [[Sharqiyah]], [[Baghdad]], [[Abbasid Caliphate]]
	\|species = [[Human]]		\|species=[[Human]]
	\|database = [[Database: Wasif\|Wasif]]		\|database=[[Database: Wasif\|Wasif]]
	\|affiliates = [[Order of the Ancients]]<br>[[Abbasid Caliphate]]		\|affiliates=[[Order of the Ancients]]<br>[[Abbasid Caliphate]]
	*[[Turkic Army]]		*[[Turkic Army]]
	}}		}}
	'''Wasif al-Turki''' (died c. 860s), also known as '''Al-Mardikhwar''' (English: ''The Manticore''; lit: ''Man-eater''), was a {{Wiki\|Turkic peoples\|Turkic}} warlord of the [[Abbasid Caliphate\|Caliphate]] military. He was the most direct threat to [[Ali ibn Muhammad]]'s [[Zanj Rebellion\|rebellion]], hunting down rebels and keeping [[Baghdad]]'s [[Civilian\|citizens]] in line through fear. Secretly, he was also ~~a member of the~~ [[Order of the Ancients]].<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]''</ref>		'''Wasif al-Turki''' (died c. 860s), also known as '''Al-Mardikhwar''' (English: ''The Manticore''; lit: ''Man-eater''), was a {{Wiki\|Turkic peoples\|Turkic}} warlord of the [[Abbasid Caliphate\|Caliphate]] military.<ref name="Wiki">{{WP\|Wasif al-Turki}}</ref> He was the most direct threat to [[Ali ibn Muhammad]]'s [[Zanj Rebellion\|rebellion]], hunting down rebels and keeping [[Baghdad]]'s [[Civilian\|citizens]] in line through fear. Secretly, he was also an [[Order of the Ancients]] member.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]''</ref>

	==Biography==		==Biography==
	===Early life===		===Early life===
	Born to his single mother, Wasif was taken into an [[~~slavery~~\|enslaved]] servitude to a [[blacksmith]], who was abusive towards him. ~~Years~~ working under him, Wasif grew stronger and ultimately killed his abuser with his bare hands.<ref name="DenoftheBeast">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[Den of the Beast]]</ref> Wasif soon joined the [[Turkic Army]] and became known as a relentless kingmaker. Accompanied by his fervently trustworthy [[soldier]]s, he was meticulous in eliminating his enemies with ease.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[Database: Wasif]]</ref>		Born to his single mother, Wasif was taken into an [[Slavery\|enslaved]] servitude to a [[blacksmith]] who was abusive towards him. After years working under him, Wasif grew stronger and ultimately killed his abuser with his bare hands.<ref name="DenoftheBeast">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[Den of the Beast]]</ref> Wasif soon joined the [[Turkic Army]] and became known as a relentless kingmaker. Accompanied by his fervently trustworthy [[soldier]]s, he was meticulous in eliminating his enemies with ease.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[Database: Wasif]]</ref>

	===Working for the Order===		===Working for the Order===
	In the 860s, he joined and rose to the ranks of a leader within the Order of the Ancients.<ref name="Chase">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Chase (Mirage)\|The Chase]]</ref> In 861, he joined his fellow Order leaders [[Fazil Fahim al-Kemsa]], [[Ning]], [[Mas'ood Al-Ya'qoob]] and their [[Ra's Al-Af'a]], [[Qabiha]] at a meeting with [[Caliph]] [[Al-Mutawakkil]] at the [[Winter Palace, Anbar\|Winter Palace]] in [[Anbar]] ~~about~~ a [[~~Piece of Eden~~\|ancient]] [[~~Memory Seals~~\|artifact]]. Wasif took point and inspected the seal before agreeing with the caliph to safeguard it. However, when the caliph wanted to view it, he furiously confronted him and told him to keep silent about the matter. This proved futile after ~~the caliph was murdered by~~ the [[thief]] [[Basim Ibn Ishaq]]~~, who took~~ the memory seal.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Master Thief of Anbar]]</ref>		In the 860s, he joined and rose to the ranks of a leader within the Order of the Ancients.<ref name="Chase">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Chase (Mirage)\|The Chase]]</ref> In 861, he joined his fellow Order leaders [[Fazil Fahim al-Kemsa]], [[Ning]], [[Mas'ood Al-Ya'qoob]], and their [[Ra's Al-Af'a]] [[Qabiha]] in a meeting with [[Caliph]] [[Al-Mutawakkil]] at the [[Winter Palace, Anbar\|Winter Palace]] in [[Anbar]] to discuss a recovered [[Memory Seals\|Memory Seal]], an [[Isu Era\|ancient]] [[Piece of Eden\|artifact]]. Wasif took point and inspected the seal before agreeing with the caliph to safeguard it. However, when the caliph wanted to view it, Wasif furiously confronted him and told him to keep silent about the matter. This proved futile after the [[thief]] [[Basim Ibn Ishaq]] murdered the caliph in self defense and stole the memory seal.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Master Thief of Anbar]]</ref>

	After the caliph's death, Wasif continued his military duties and fought ~~against~~ Ali ibn Muhammad and his rebels.<ref name="Chase"/> At some point, he learned of Fazil's Great Work [[Alruh]] being constructed and boasted, but reprimanded his fellow Order leader on his lack of results.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Great Symposium]]</ref> When he left Baghdad to deal with a battle incursion, he ordered his Order subordinates [[Jasoor ibn Basil]] to deal with the rebels on his behalf<ref name="BirdTrap">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[Bird Trap]]</ref> and [[Nadir ibn Havid]] to ~~continue supplying~~ the ~~order as well as creating~~ warships for the caliphate, respectively.<ref name="ToCatchaDemon">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[To Catch a Demon]]</ref> However, he soon learned disturbing truths~~, which were about~~ Jasoor lying about his military accomplishments<ref name="BirdTrap"/> and Nadir stealing wares for his personal gain.<ref name="ToCatchaDemon"/>		After the caliph's death, Wasif continued his military duties and fought Ali ibn Muhammad and his rebels.<ref name="Chase"/> At some point, he learned of Fazil's Great Work [[Alruh]] being constructed and boasted about, but reprimanded his fellow Order leader on his lack of results.<ref>''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[The Great Symposium]]</ref> When he left Baghdad to deal with a battle incursion, he ordered his Order subordinates [[Jasoor ibn Basil]] to deal with the rebels on his behalf,<ref name="BirdTrap">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[Bird Trap]]</ref> and [[Nadir ibn Havid]] to both supply the Order and create warships for the caliphate, respectively.<ref name="ToCatchaDemon">''[[Assassin's Creed: Mirage]]'' – [[To Catch a Demon]]</ref> However, he soon learned the disturbing truths that Jasoor was lying about his military accomplishments<ref name="BirdTrap"/> and Nadir stealing wares for his personal gain.<ref name="ToCatchaDemon"/>

	Wasif set up meetings to discuss their shortcomings, ~~however they met their demises at~~ the ~~hands of~~ [[Hidden Ones of Alamut\|Alamut Hidden One]] Basim before they could respond.<ref name="BirdTrap"/><ref name="ToCatchaDemon"/> In midst of ~~his~~ fight with Ali, he soon gained an upper hand by capturing Ali's right-hand man, [[Beshi]].<ref name="Chase"/> Just as he was about to enter his base at ~~the~~ [[The ~~Great Garrison\|~~Great Garrison]], ~~he was advised by~~ Baghdad's governor [[Muhammad ibn Tahir]] ~~on controling~~ himself but rebuffed and threatened the governor in response. When going to interrogate Beshi, he received correspondence from Qabiha, who ~~advised him~~ to lessen his bloodshed on the slaves~~, which has been giving~~ too much attention on the Order and ~~her, and subtly threatened him in the process~~.<ref name="DenoftheBeast"/>		Wasif set up meetings to discuss their shortcomings, only for the [[Hidden Ones of Alamut\|Alamut Hidden One]] Basim to kill both men before they could respond.<ref name="BirdTrap"/><ref name="ToCatchaDemon"/> In midst of Wasif's fight with Ali, he soon gained an upper hand by capturing Ali's right-hand man, [[Beshi]].<ref name="Chase"/> Just as he was about to enter his base at [[The Great Garrison]], Baghdad's governor [[Muhammad ibn Tahir]] advised him to control himself, but Wasif rebuffed and threatened the governor in response. When going to [[Interrogation\|interrogate]] Beshi, he received correspondence from Qabiha, who subtly threatened to lessen his bloodshed against the [[Slavery\|slaves]] since his recent actions had attracted too much attention on the Order and herself.<ref name="DenoftheBeast"/>

	====Death====		===Death===
	[[File:ACMir Den of the Beast 30A.jpg\|thumb\|250px\|Basim ~~assassinates~~ Wasif]]		[[File:ACMir Den of the Beast 30A.jpg\|thumb\|250px\|Basim assassinating Wasif]]
	Wasif entered ~~into~~ a building ~~within the inner courtyard of the garrison and met with~~ a bound Beshi. Grabbing a sword, he ~~chastized~~ Beshi on being on the wrong side but Beshi responded that [[Islam\|Allah]] ~~judges~~, not ~~him~~. ~~Slowly~~, ~~he murders~~ Beshi before closing himself off inside ~~his~~ building. Before long, his men responded to a lit brazier and an assault from Ali and his released rebels. Inside, Wasif ordered two of his men to call for reinforcements~~. Alone~~, ~~Wasif~~ was ~~then~~ assassinated ~~by Basim~~. ~~Near Wasif's corpse,~~ Ali soon entered to find Basim over Wasif ~~and~~ then stabbed ~~his~~ corpse in front of his men to portray that he killed ~~Wasif~~. Afterwards, ~~both~~ Ali, his men, and Basim fought their way out of the garrison.<ref name="DenoftheBeast"/>		In the garrison's inner courtyard, Wasif entered a side building where he had confined a bound Beshi. Grabbing a [[sword]], he chastised Beshi for being on the wrong side but Beshi responded that [[Islam\|Allah]] would judge him, not his torturer. Infuriated, Wasif slowly murdered Beshi before closing himself off inside the building. Before long, his men responded to a lit brazier and an assault from Ali and his released rebels. Inside, Wasif ordered two of his men to call for reinforcements, but without bodyguards, he was vulnerable when Basim entered and assassinated him. Ali soon entered the room to find Basim standing over Wasif, then stabbed Wasif's corpse in front of his men to portray that he killed the man. Afterwards, Ali, his men, and Basim fought their way out of the garrison.<ref name="DenoftheBeast"/>

	==Behind the scenes==		==Behind the scenes==
	Historically, Wasif died in October 867 after a riot broke out within his army.<ref~~>{{WP\|Wasif al-Turki}}<~~/~~ref~~>		Historically, Wasif died in October 867 after a riot broke out within his army.<ref name="Wiki"/>

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