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Assassin's Creed: Shadows memories
Main game
End of the Line • The Yokai • The Tournament • Yamabushi Imposters • The Winter Raiders • The Hunters of Kyonyo • The Pirate Alliance
Post-launch
The Lesson • A Puzzlement • Teach a Dog New Kicks • Headucation • Battle of the Bests

Non-canon memories:

Defensive Position (alternate assassination for Yaita Wakasa)
The Jounin Pillow Book (Katsuhime romance)

Move to the floating convos[edit | edit source]

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Riddle of the Arch in Wakasa

Arch of stone in sea
Looking to rock and alcove
To hold its treasure

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Naoe: I'm close to another glowing glyph. I can feel it.

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Naoe: I can't be far now.

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Naoe: There. A second glyph is lit.

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Riddle of the River in Wakasa

Slithering river
Cradles the harvest to come
Reviving the ruins

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Naoe: There must be another glyph close by. I feel the ornament reacting.

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Naoe: This thing's getting louder.

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Naoe: Another glyph. I wonder who wrote the riddles?

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Riddle of the Waterfall in Omi

Cascading waters
Within the arms of Mount Peak
A secret laid bare

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Naoe: I feel the ornament reacting. There must be another glyph nearby.

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Naoe: I can't be far now.

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Naoe: There.

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Riddle of the Tide in Omi

Resting by the shore
Rocked to sleep by Biwa's waves
Near glades and lumber

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Naoe: The ornament. It's calling to a nearby glyph.

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Naoe: This thing's getting louder.

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Naoe: Got it.

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Riddle of the Mists in Omi

Mists of Azuchi
A land lost within the lake
Where cats become lords

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Naoe: There must be another glyph close by. I feel the ornament reacting.

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Naoe: The ornament's leading me closer.

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Naoe: That's six glyphs in total. We're getting somewhere.

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Riddle of the Watchtower in Omi

Tress try to hide it
Under a watchtower's gaze
Saikoji awaits

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Naoe: There's a glyph nearby. My ornament's reacting to it.

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Naoe: The ornament feels alive!

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Naoe: One step closer to opening the strange door.

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Riddle of the Sky in Wakasa

Between two rivers
Edging forest and heaven
Closest to the sky

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Naoe: I'm close to another glowing glyph. I can feel it.

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Naoe: I can't be far now.

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Naoe: All right, ornament. Show me the way.

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Naoe: This thing's getting louder.

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Naoe: Making good progress.

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Riddle of the Ship in Wakasa

A shattered mountain
Down Wakasa and Tamba
The great ship waiting

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Naoe: The ornament. It's calling to a nearby glyph.

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Naoe: The ornament's leading me closer.

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Naoe: Another glyph.

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Riddle of the Silence in Tamba

A Path of Silence
Leading wanderers to dive
Far into themselves

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Naoe: The ornament feels alive!

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Naoe: Ten glyphs illuminated. We're close to getting answers.

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Riddle of the Stone in Tamba

By Kameyama
A stone's heart cracked wide open
Tada miner's dream

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Naoe: I can't be far now.

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Naoe: One step closer to opening the strange door.

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Riddle of the Sakura in Yamashiro

Yamazaki looms
In spring over tree and pink
Beacon of petals

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Naoe: There must be another glyph close by. I feel the ornament reacting.

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Naoe: This thing's getting louder.

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Naoe: According to the glyphs on the door, this is the second last to light up. One more to find.

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Riddle of the Lost in Yamashiro

Water lost the way
On edge of Ogura Pond
Waiting for the fall

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Naoe: I'm close to another glowing glyph. I can feel it.

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Naoe: The ornament's leading me closer.

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Naoe: That should be all the glyphs illuminated. Now to see what's behind the big strange door.

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Naoe: Here we go.

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Naoe: I'll tell Kinu and Kane getting the statue back to the Hideout is part of their training.

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Naoe: These objects are blunt. Brutal. Who used them?

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Naoe: Yasuke would love this naginata. He has nothing like it.

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Naoe: Where did these come from? They definitely weren't made here.

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Naoe: Look at this tanto! Amazing. It's coming with me.

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Naoe: Look at this bronze. What would Heiji think of it?

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Beware, Seeker

The light that guards this cave is not of this world. It's born of a flame that can't be extinguished... not easily, anyway. If you've come seeking treasure, I've left some things behind. Take them, and forget about this place.
If you've come seeking answers, be careful. The light listens. It bends the mind, and it does not forgive. Such places were never meant for mortals. Trust me.

- Your friend, Kassandra.

Naoe: This Kassandra... she's powerful.

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Kassandra: Farewell, seeker.
Naoe: What is this? I know I heard her, but... am I going mad?

Blade of Yumminess

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Blade of Yumminess Clue

Beneath the watch of Akaiwa, the earth hides what a greedy eye cannot claim. Where the eagle's shadow meets the rising sun, seek stone hidden from wind and from rain.

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Guard of Yumminess Clue

Where stars watch over Yuasa, seek beneath the pilgrim's path. Past shrine laterns guarding dusk lies a stone neither prayed nor seen.

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Handle of Yumminess Clue

Below the gaze of Onyu Pass, waters conceal a treasure for the fearless. Seek the pool where sunlight never goes and shadows drift deep.

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Saya of Yumminess Clue

Where knowing walls stand older than memory and glyphs shimmer with power, fate hides the way. A sequence opens a doorway for those who seek truth.

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Yasuke: Hmm. This blade sure feels like a powerful one. And I taste something... legendary.

Pagemaking[edit | edit source]

Transcription[edit | edit source]

End of the Line (Shadows)[edit | edit source]

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Yasuke: Caro. You are near. Can you feel it? It is the sins of your past, given form.

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Nuno Caro: So. She helped him.
Portuguese swordsman: Yes, senhor. It was a bloodbath, and she was nowhere to be found.
Caro: Didn't expect the giant to be the one that gave her a voice. Like a wagon following the donkey.

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Caro: Speak of the devil.

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Yasuke: You will answer for what you did.
Nuno Caro: You speak as if we know each other personally.
Yasuke: We do.

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Yasuke's mother: [breathes]

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Yasuke's mother: (grunts)
Yasuke: It's all right, mama.

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Duarte de Melo: [grunts]

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Duarte: Senhor Caro.

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Duarte: [laughs]

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Nuno Caro: Who sent you?
Yasuke: No-no one, senhor Caro. No one.

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Yasuke's mother: (cries)
Yasuke: Please! W-we saw nothing! We saw nothing!

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Yasuke: (screams) Mother! (cries) Mama...

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Caro: Is of your own choosing.

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Portuguese soldier: Intruder!

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Yasuke: Mama...

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Assassin: Go!

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Caro: Diogo?
Yasuke: Yasuke.

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Nuno Caro: It was necessary. I had to set an example to the others. Your mother's death taught everyone how I felt about insubordination. Everyone except you, it seems.

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Yasuke: It is uncommon for a corpse to talk this much.
Caro: So, what do you want, Diogo? Revenge? It will get you nothing, I'm afraid. We have the regalia already.
Yasuke: Not for long. We will make sure of it.
Caro: "We?" Diogo. I was sent here because no one else in my organization cared enough. And look what I accomplished. Look around you, Diogo. Everything you see here is mine. This land, its resources, its people. You should understand that better than anyone.

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Yasuke: Put a hundred, a thousand men between us, Caro... there is no difference. You are welcome to watch them all die.

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Caro: My friends. The bounty for escaped slaves will be honored today. But only dead.
Yasuke: Run. It will serve you no use.
Caro: Kill him so we can focus on what really matters!

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Caro: Kill him. Remind him of his place.

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Caro: There he is. Men, you will not fail me like the others. Do you hear me, Diogo? You cannot win.
Yasuke: I have hunted greater warriors than you.
Caro: (screams)
Yasuke: You cannot hide from me, Caro.
Caro: Diogo. You need to let it go, dear boy.

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Caro: Hah! Over here, Diogo.

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Caro: Stay away, Diogo! Let us settle this like civilized men.
Yasuke: You know nothing of civility.

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Caro: (screams)
Yasuke: You talk too much.

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Caro: Killing me won't bring your mother back, Diogo. Think!

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Caro: No more. You win, Diogo.

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Caro: (gasps) (pants) You win. Please, Diogo.

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Caro: (screams)

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Caro: (breathes)

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Yasuke: After you killed my mother, I kept my desire for vengeance in my heart. In the same place I once held thoughts of her. It kept me alive. Nourished me. To get to you today.
Caro: Then... it's yours. Vengeance. Not that it will bring her back.
Yasuke: It is no longer mere vengeance I want.
Caro: Then what is it? What is this all about?
Yasuke: A declaration of war. Against the Templar Order.
Caro: You are serious? My God, you're serious. What makes you think you can win?

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Yasuke: Because we are united in the defense of our home. This country... so shaken with strife. The people are victims to it. But together, they will be unstoppable. We will be unstoppable. We live by this code. And it is because of my league that I know what I must do.

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Caro: And what does killing me prove?
Yasuke: That no one is untouchable. That even you are just one blade of grass in a withering field. And when you die, no one will remember you. Your death will only ever be a message to your compatriots. One that says you should fear us.
Caro: We will hunt you down. My group will send everything at you.
Yasuke: After they find what is left of you, they may think twice. You may start praying now.

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Caro: This isn't over. It's the beginning, in fact. The beginning of your end.
Yasuke: It is done...
Caro: Declaring war on the Templars. A fool's errand. Goodbye, Diogo.

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Caro: (gurgles)

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Yasuke: My name...

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Yasuke: ... is Yasuke.

The Lesson[edit | edit source]

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Bandit: Ah! It's Meiran! Take him!
Meiran: Not these bandits again! They are the bane of my existence!
Bandit: You will never escape us!

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Naoe: My friend Junjiro is at the temple. I must go there in case more of these outlaws decide to attack.
Meiran: You go ahead. I will make my way there as fast as I can.
Naoe: Interesting.

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Junjiro: Over here!

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Meiran: [breathes]

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Monk: Finally, he is here.
Pilgrim: It is time for us to learn the ways of bojustsu.
Junjiro: (gasps)

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Yasuke: I do not trust him.
Naoe: Why don't you go. I will stay and see what his lessons are worth.

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Junjiro: (grunts)
Naoe: And keep an eye on Junjiro.
Junjiro: (grunts)
Yasuke: At least he looks like he will have some fun.
Naoe: Hmm...

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Student: Shall we fight together?
Naoe: Let's go.
Student: I will not hold back.

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Student 1: You fight well!

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Student: (breathes)
Naoe: Keep training and soon you will be a master of the bo, I am sure.

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Student 2: Hello?

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Student: Are you ready to spar?
Naoe: Yes. It is time.
Student: Good, good.

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Monk: Be gentle with me.

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Student: (breathes)
Naoe: You fight well for a novice.

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Naoe: Maybe Meiran can suggest another challenge.

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Meiran: Remember, young lady, you do not need to get in close. Better to strike from afar.

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Monk: Bandits! Bandits are attacking the temple!

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Naoe: I must defend the temple.
Monk: Meiran! They've come for your silver!
Bandit leader: Kill them all! Take their silver!

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Pilgrim: The bo master is unstoppable!

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Naoe: More of them.

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Naoe: [breathes]

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Meiran: It seems you have taken something from my lessons beyond mastery of bo combat. Now, excuse me. I must pray.
Naoe: They deserve your prayers.
Meiran: I don't pray for them. I pray for me.

The Yokai[edit | edit source]

Rumors of yokai plague these lands. A monk-turned-demon-hunter needs help to uncover the truth of these monstrous tales.

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Yasuke: Even as a child I never believed in ghost stories. People do much worse things than we can even imagine.

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Mamushi: I have heard all the stories. I investigated each and every one. And always, there is a logical explanation.

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Mamushi: I am old and tired. You are young and strong. I give the last of these rumors to you. Prove to yourself, and everyone else, there are no yokai!
Yasuke: I am no Yokai hunter, but if I come across any in my travels, you will be the first to know.
Mamushi: Come back when all the rumors of yokai are dead.

Taka Nyudo []

Taka Nyudo: (growls)
Chitose: Help!

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Chitose: Thank you. He was a monster. He had fire in his eyes.
Yasuke: Our eyes can play tricks when we fear for our lives.
Chitose: Fear opens eyes wide to see death up close.
Yasuke: Do you have somewhere safe to go?
Chitose: I've been following the wind, you see. It carries a name on its back. Mamushi...
Yasuke: Mamushi. I've been helping him disprove some myths.
Chitose: Fear surrounds him. Many tales of ghosts and demons. I have a tale of my own to tell him. Thank you for your kindness.

Oshiroi Baba []

Oshiroi Baba: [wails]

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Yasuke: That did not sound... human.

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Oshiroi Baba: [wails] Ichiro-o-o! You are dead... and now I am alone...

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Oshiroi Baba: [screams]

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Yasuke: Oshiroi Baba! I know nothing of Ichiro. I do not want to hurt you.
Obaba: (laughs) What did you call me? Oshiroi Baba? I am no yokai, you fool!
Yasuke: I do not think so. But everyone in the village does.
Obaba: Idiots! But now I see you clearly. You are not my husband's killer. He was much smaller.
Yasuke: Well, you're scaring the villagers. Go home and get some rest. Drink some tea.
Obaba: You are kind. I'm sorry I attacked you.

Yuki Onna []

Yasuke: Yuki-Onna, the snow woman. They say to kiss her icy lips is to know love one moment, and death the next.

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Woman: A visitor? You must be cold. Join me inside. Let me warm you.

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Yuki Onna: I don't want to fight. Come, have some tea instead.

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Yasuke: She was beautiful, but her heart was made of ice.

Suika no Bakemono []

Suika no Bakemono: Do not interfere, stranger. The fate of our melon harvest is about to be decided.
Yasuke: That depends on the sky and not the sword, does it not?
Suika no Bakemono: For generations the Suika family has waged battle with the Makuwauri melon clan. And for generations the harvest of the champion has prospered.
Yasuke: Both harvests cannot be prosperous?
Suika no Bakemono: Insanity! Which is your favorite? The delicious suika, or the mediocre makuwauri?
Yasuke: I enjoy the suika more. They are crisp and refreshing.
Suika no Bakemono: A very wise choice. And now, prepare to defend them with your life!

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Suika no Bakemono: You fought well! The title of "Melon Lord" goes to the suika!

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Yasuke: Definitely no yokai here. Just two farmers with a fiery passion for... melons.

Kappa []

Kappa Taku: (growls) Shirikodama! Hungry!
Kappa Rei: (growls) Closer! We are going to eat...
Yasuke: They look like Kappa. And they definitely smell like Kappa.
Kappa Taku: You'll never catch us. You're too slow and fat!
Kappa Rei: And when you get tired and fall, we're going to eat you for dinner.

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Girl: (yelps) Please don't hurt us! We made a deal with the thieves! We scare people away from their camp for food.
Yasuke: Just children. I actually believed you were Kappa! I feel foolish.

Daitengu []

Yasuke: Bird cries from a warrior. Could this be a Daitengu?

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Daitengu: (caws) Mortal wanderer. Do you seek honor in the clash of steel? Or do you flutter by like a leaf on the breeze? Do you see your reflection in my blade? Or do you wear a mask to protect your soul?

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Yasuke: I always wanted to cross blades with a Daitengu. This was just a man who talks like a bird.

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Chitose: I am spawned from the dread of mortals. Your fear makes me stronger.

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Yasuke: In the end... Mamushi was wrong. Yes. Yokai.

The Tournament (Shadows)[edit | edit source]

Naoe and Yasuke receive an invitation to a formidable and secret fighting arena in Yamato.

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Gyoji: [breathes] That is everything. Please consider my proposal.

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Yasuke: Sounds like I have found the fighting tournament. People here are quite... uninhibited.

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Gyoji: You came!

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Gyoji: It's a match! Victory to Lord Unkai!

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Lord Unkai: [scoffs] Gyoji!

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Takao: Nothing like bloodshed to warm the soul. And some tasty sake.

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Woman: Your first fight is against Lady Masago? You may as well leave now.

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Man: Lady Masago's naginata has reach. Bide your time, then strike!

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Lady Masago: Unkai gave me purpose. No one will take that from me.

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Gyoji: It's a match! Lady Masago is no more! Victory to Yasuke the Giant!

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Byakko: Back to work. Clean this up!

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Takao: You could lend a hand, you know.

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Byakko: Where did you find your challenger?
Gyoji: You have your secrets, I have mine. Keep your head down. We are not free yet.

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Man: Lord Suguru's blade tears through flesh. Like a knife through water. The sharpest I have ever seen.

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Kitsune: Tea, Lord Hokuto? Or something stronger?
Lord Hokuto: Bring me your finest umeshu.

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Lord Suguru: Look upon my blade, and see your death staring back.

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Lord Suguru: Bask in my blade's glory.

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Gyoji: It's a match! Lord Suguru is sheathed! Victory to Yasuke the Giant!

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Takao: Clean fast, clean fast!

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Gyoji: Still have your doubts?
Byakko: In you? Yes. In the new challenger? Time will tell.
Gyoji: That is the question. For all our sakes.

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Kitsune: Are you thirsty, Lady O-Sen?
Lady O-Sen: Get out of my sight, you little beast.

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Man: I lost mon betting on Lord Suguru, I'm glad to see him gone. Let's hope Lord Hokuto fares better.

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Man: To survive Lord Hokuto, stay out of his reach. Or it'll be your last mistake.

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Lord Hokuto: Look upon me and be crushed.

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Lord Hokuto: You won't like how this ends.

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Gyoji: It's a match! Lord Hokuto has been toppled! Victory to Yasuke the Giant!

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Takao: How am I supposed to move him? He's huge!

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Gyoji: For a moment there, I was worried.
Byakko: The giant one is impressive. I might even place a bet on him.

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Woman: You fight Lady O-Sen next? Well... you had a good streak.

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Kitsune: This is the best tea I've ever made. It will calm your nerves!
Lady O-Sen: Nerves? Fine.

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Man: Lady O-Sen will poison you the first chance she gets. Be prepared!

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Lady O-Sen: Taste the poison of my blades.

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Lady O-Sen: Embrace death.

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Lady O-Sen: [roars]

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Gyoji: It's a match! O-Sen has poisoned her last foe!Victory to Yasuke the Giant!

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Takao: Careful! Poison may still be on the blades.

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Gyoji: It all comes down to this.
Byakko: We've been here before. Or have you forgotten?
Gyoji: We must have faith in our fighter. I can feel it.

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Man: Next, you face Lord Unkai. Do anything you can to stop him from drinking. The more drunk, the more fearsome!

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Lord Unkai: Finally. A worthy foe.

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Lord Unkai: I give my opponents a fair fight. Do you?

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Gyoji: I – I can't believe it! It's a match! (laughs) You did it! Lord Unkai is defeated! Victory to Yasuke the Giant. Our new champion!

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Gyoji: Trust that I will find you when the next challenger comes.

Yamabushi Imposters[edit | edit source]

These stranger men disguise themselves as itinerant mountain monks in order to commit brutal acts of violence.

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Genpaku: Step no closer, stranger. I am no imposter.

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Yasuke: This camp looks abandoned. I wonder where the person went.

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Yasuke: (grunts) What is that stench?

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Yasuke: So many. And all men.

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Yasuke: A dead Yamabushi. But wearing... bits of armor? One of the impostors, I am sure.

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Letter on the Corpse of a Strange Yamabushi

Sir,

My numbers climb quickly! If I maintain the vigor and precision of my hunts, I will soon surpass my brothers in bloodshed. The silent mountain stalker and even that fiend in Iga will finally be second to me!

I hope you continue tallying the score, sir, and that you've abandoned your foolish guilt. Turning yourself to stone serves no one, certainly not Lord Nobunaga.

I will leave this letter for you near the shrine in Mibuno Vale. But before that, one last kill for my count; a beautiful woman calls out to me from atop the mountain. I'll kill slowly and with great pleasure.

(In the margins, there are 29 small marks.)

Yasuke: Looks like he had a letter on him. "Brothers in bloodshed." Words of a warrior, not a monk. And these marks... Ominous.

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Woman: I don't want to get any closer. A body in the water like that? It will stink.
Woman 2: Don't you want to know what happened?
Woman: And end up like him? Dead in a river?

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Yasuke: A corpse from upstream.

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Yasuke: That man dresses like a mountain monk... ...but he walks like a soldier. An imposter Yamabushi.

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River Yamabushi: Ah, I recognize you, brother. Leave me to my mission, then.

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Yamabushi: Help! An attacker!

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Forest Yamabushi: [laughs] Saw through my tricks, did you?

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Yasuke: What has made you stoop so low?

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Yasuke: Something is off about that Yamabushi. He is not lost in meditation but... watching and waiting. As if stalking prey. An imposter, perhaps. Like Genpaku said.

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Village Yamabushi: Nomaku sanmanda bodanan baku... nomaku sanmanda bodanan baku... Save me from Hell.
Yasuke: That Yamabushi. He has barely moved a muscle. But something in his meditation does not seem right. Is he ill? And what is all that clutter around him? I should keep looking around.

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Yasuke: This armor... it belongs to a high ranking soldier. And with Lord Nobunaga's crest, too. But it has clearly been set aside for some time. This is not the first time Lord Nobunaga's name has come up either.

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Yasuke: So many letters. Reports, I suppose. One writer says he "hunts travelers, walking along their pilgrimage routes." And here, another says he is "haunting the mountains of Kii." And all the marks in the margins. So many lives lost to these fake Yamabushi.

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Yasuke: A cooking pot, but no food. Only bark and pine needles. And... the smell of bitter tea and resin.

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Yasuke: The imposter... turned ascetic.

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Yasuke: I was sent to kill this man. But clearly, this one knows the wrong he has done.

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Yasuke: He is set on his path and will die eventually.

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Yasuke: A traveling Yamabushi... With a weapon? He is one of the imposters I've been searching for.
Yamabushi: Come! Join my list of death!

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Naoe: Another victim of this imposter.

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Naoe: More bodies. The people deserve better.

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Naoe: Looks like I'm not the only one on the trail today.
Clifftop Yamabushi: Takes a lot to get all the way up here. I'll hang your corpse somewhere special. For Lord Nobunaga! Death to Igans and all and all and all!
Naoe: What?
Clifftop Yamabushi: Die!

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Naoe: That man was deranged. How long has he been out here, hunting people? How long has he been alone? And he said, "For Lord Nobunaga." Another Yamabushi imposter with that name on his breath.

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Letter Found on a Yamabushi Imposter

Sir,

That sneaky bastard ran me off my hunting grounds along the path to Nyu-Daimyojin Shrine, but I've found a new area and I'm going strong. People are easy to kill when distracted.

I will not abandom my mission, sir. Never. Never. Never.

For Lord Nobunaga.

(Below the note text, there are 17 rough-drawn slash marks.)

Naoe: An unsent message. And these slash marks at the bottom. Counting kills of innocents like it were sport.

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Yasuke: That looks like a Yamabushi. But no true mountain monk would threaten civilians. He must be an imposter, just like Genpaku said.

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Yasuke: It is over. I should return to Genpaku and let him know the imposters have been dispatched.

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The Pirate Alliance[edit | edit source]

Danger lurks along the coasts of Wakasa, leaving despair in its wake. Someone needs to put an end to the trail of destruction.

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Kage: Big brother Samemaru, I'm sorry. I am failing! I do not want to fail!

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Naoe: Someone is on that ship. Who is he talking to?

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Lopo Cruz: What do you think, Ishi? And you, Roku? I know. Samemaru's men have shit for brains, but they have the brawn. We must obtain the treasure. I agree Little Kappa is too crazy. He doesn't care about riches, only blowing things up. (sighs) All right. Meeting ajourned! I am glad we had this council, friends. Trusted comrades are hard to find!

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Lopo Cruz: Ah! An enemy has appeared! Kill!

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Lopo Cruz: My friends... go on without me!

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Naoe: This man knows someone who goes by Little Kappa. (snorts) Interesting name. He lurks at a nearby lair.

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Naoe: Maybe I can use these explosives.

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Little Kappa: (laughs) You see what you did? Because of you, they explode! The next one will be even better, bigger, louder! (laughs) Prepare the explosives, the boom! Hurry. So many more to destroy!
Naoe: Explosives. I should be careful.

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Little Kappa: [growls] What are you idiots doing? Hurry up!

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Little Kappa: How dare you mess with Little Kappa! You will be erased with fire!

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Jesuit priest: Bless you, oh bless you! I am saved!

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Jesuit priest: Blessed thanks to you, kind soul. You saved me from great pain.
Naoe: Tell me what happened.
Jesuit priest: The last I remember I was preaching in a small village, not far from here. There were two men talking in loud voices. One of them was that terrible brute. The next thing I knew, I was knocked out.
Naoe: What did the other man look like?
Jesuit priest: I... did not see him, but the villagers called him Sen.
Naoe: Thank you.

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Naoe: The priest said Sen would be here. This place seems peaceful. Hard to believe there's a pirate here.

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Woman: Say, don't you think there is something below the water, near that boat? Is that a fish?
Man: Hmm. I saw Sen throw something in the water. Could that be it?

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Naoe: Who threw those weapons into the sea?

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Child: I'm so hungry! Let's go ask Sen for more rice!
Child 2: What? But you just ate! Greedy!
Child: Hey, who are you? You're not here to steal our food from Sen, are you? Go away!

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Pirate archer: Another day comes and goes.

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Man: Ah, you're here! Master instructed me to dig and only leave when you arrive. Now I'm free!

The Winter Raiders[edit | edit source]

In winter, several villages and important roads in Japan are under attack by a veteran military unit gone rogue, trained in the art of sabotage. They vanish for the rest of the year, but the memories of their vile acts linger.

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Rin: Warrior! You're the toughest I have seen today by quite a measure.
Samurai duelist: (scoffs)
Rin: Don't walk away! We need your help. Will you listen to me?
Yasuke: I heard you. Loud and clear, miss.
Rin: Oh, yes. Come with me? I will explain.

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Yasuke: What is the trouble?
Rin: A group of dangerous raiders target our village and nearby areas. They steal all they can, and kill anyone in their way. I'm taking you to our elder.
Yasuke: Are they bandits?
Rin: If only. They are much stronger. They were once trained soldiers.
Yasuke: So they prey on the defenseless. That will not do.
Rin: I was hoping you'd say that. I was hoping for a mighty samurai to fight for us. I'm glad to have met you.

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Rin: Speak with the elder. I do hope you'll decide to help us.

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Rin: Excuse me, samurai. Can you spare me one more moment?

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Yasuke: You survived. If you had stayed, you would not have.

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Naoe: Go, teach her. I think it would do you both some good.
Yasuke: If you say so.

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Sobei: You! You killed my Akumu. Hired by the Elder, weren't you.
Yasuke: Hmm. Information about the Winter Raiders. And something about the Gobo elder. I wonder why they have a grudge against him.

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Yasha: You took Sobei, so I will take your head!

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Yasuke: What is done is done. The Raiders will terrorize the people no more. I must have a word with the elder.

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Yasuke: This note could help me find the rest of those Winter Raiders. It sounds like someone has betrayed them.

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Yasuke: The elder's notes mentioned that house. I should investigate it.

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Note from Yasha's Contact

Hello, old fool. Your hounds are coming for me, but you are not. Coward. Pretending to hold power over Kawakami, what we built together by that river in northern Yoshino. Death will take you too. Perhaps even sooner than you think.

Yasuke: This note suggests a connection with one of the Raiders. As the elder suspected.

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Yasuke: This is the village referred to in the supplier's note.

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Yasha: It's just ink. A brush. Why is this so hard to master?

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Yasuke: Hmm. This letter. It says the Winter Raiders were once hired to protect. What went wrong?

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Sobei: Insolence. Defiance. This is what happens when Sobei is crossed. All who oppose me will suffer the same fate.

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Yasuke: This letter contains information that can be useful. More about those Winter Raiders and their whereabouts.

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Takahara deserter 1: I'm not going back to Takahara. I'm still haunted by what happened last winter.
Takahara deserter 2: We weren't careful enough. We should have known that fire meant the raiders camped in the woods.

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An Important Notice

The situation in eastern Kumano Sanzan remains critical. Spies confirm that the Winter Raider known as Hayate has intensified his attacks on pilgrims in winter. His ambushers operate in highly mobile units. They target Taisha entrances.

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Yasuke: I wonder if this is the Raiders' camp those villagers spoke of.

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Akumu: Very good. It seems you heeded our lessons, recruit. Why do we strike at winter?

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Yasha's prospect: Winter is when the villagers are at their weakest. When help is hardest to find.

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Yasuke: Hmm. Information about the Winter Raiders. And something about the Gobo elder.

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Outlaw thug: Enough of your whining.
Buddhist monk: Someone! Help me!

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Buddhist monk: Those men ambushed me north of Kumano Hayatama Taisha Shrine. If you have sense, you will stay far from there.

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Yasuke: Hmm, something seems off.

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Yasuke: This note could help me find the rest of those Winter Raiders. It sounds like someone has betrayed them.

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Jinbei: The elder's newest fool. You killed Akumu and Sobei.

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Yasuke: What's done is done. The Raiders will terrorize the people no more. I must have a word with the elder.

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Gobo elder: The Raiders. Are they...
Yasuke: You knew they were soldiers. They once protected you. And for reasons I do not understand, you banished them.
Gobo elder: One must make difficult decisions at times. You should understand this.
Yasuke: Your choices, your actions, created enemies. You, elder, are culpable for all their bloodshed.
Gobo elder: And you are responsible for their end. The matter is resolved.
Yasuke: I need nothing from a remorseless old fool.
Gobo elder: As you wish.
Yasuke: Your people may be free, but until they are free of your "leadership," know that I will be watching.
Gobo elder: Fine. Now begone. What's done is done. Get out of my sight.

The Hunters of Kyonyo[edit | edit source]

A group of bounty hunters spread across Kii are targeting Kyonyo.

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Yasuke: This will help. I will deal with his hunters. Rest assured, Kyonyo will be safe. And if I may...
Kennyo: Please
Yasuke: Once this is over, speak with your son. Or it will haunt you. Trust me on this.

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Yasuke: Bodies. Monks and bandits.

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Yasuke: This confirms a plot to kill Kyonyo. The attackers will regroup after, at Yunomine Onsen.

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Yasuke: This is where Kyonyo's ambushers planned to meet. I should stay hidden and see if any are here.

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Inumaru: I almost had Kyonyo. It's Kamakichi's fault! Busy playing spy games in that decrepit town in Saika. Kyonyo was on the tip of my katana. Another inch, he'd be dead. And I'd be rich. Kamakichi's going to regret this. Same goes for you, all of you, if this gets back to him!

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Journal Entry Three

I heard Kyonyo's father hired someone to locate his son. Whoever they are, they will be to late to interfere. I'm so close, I can smell the promised reward.

Yasuke: This bounty hunter, Kamakichi, has been gathering information. Listening in on conversations, perhaps for weeks.

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Journal Entry One

A samurai, a ronin, and now a beggar. But I will find Kyonyo here and my fortune will change.

Yasuke: Saika. Kyonyo's exact location is not here, but this Kamakichi has revealed himself to me.

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Journal Entry Two

Someone knows something! The market guards might have disclosed my plan. Regardless, my nightly prowls near the Monk Houses will continue. The Ikko ikki feel safe there - to my advantage.

Yasuke: I think this can help me find Kamakichi's location.

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Yasuke: That man looks like he's on the watch. It must be Kamakichi.

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Saika guard: No, I saw him. Kyonyo. Dangerous people look for him. Maybe they will come to Saika.

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Yasuke: Kamakichi knew Kyonyo's location. I need to find him before the other bounty hunters do.

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Update from Koyasan

Rumor has it that some ronin were hired to track you down. Be aware of this when you travel. These are dangerous times, and we need to be careful.

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Kennyo is at Negoroji

Contacts are saying that Kennyo has arrived in Negoroji and has met with several people there. After the fallout between you two, it will not be surprising if he's trying to undermine you.

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Kyonyo: (grunts) Life is... full of surprises. One moment I'm getting ambushed by bounty hunters, the next, you stroll in. Oda's giant. The great Yasuke.
Yasuke: I am here on behalf of our ally, Naoe, and your father. He said you are being hunted.
Kyonyo: I thought he had other priorities. I can handle these bounty hunters.
Yasuke: Your injuries suggest otherwise. They will not rest until you are dead. Or until I deal with them.
Kyonyo: (sighs) I cannot afford to be choosy about the help I accept. Not until I'm ready to fight back. I'm... grateful for your aid. Here. This is all I know about the men hunting me. I'd know more, but my contact in Koyasan has gone quiet. If you could check on him, I'd be grateful.
Yasuke: I will.
Kyonyo: As for me, I'll be moving on. I have to assume my enemies may know I'm here. Meet me in Kumano Sanzan, and when the time is right, we will end the leader. Together.
Yasuke: Stay safe.

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Yasuke: The information Kyonyo shared mentioned this place. One of the bounty hunters is thought to be based here.

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Yasuke: What is that noise?

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Shishi-o: Your silence only prolongs our suffering. Where is Kyonyo?
Yasuke: Surely he is one of Kyonyo's hunters.

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Yasuke: Shishi-o shared a close bond with the leader of these bounty hunters.

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Guard: I'm so sorry, Tenchi. I should have been here.
Yasuke: What happened?
Guard: The temple's head monk asked me and Tenchi to pick up some papers. Didn't need the two of us, we thought. So Tenchi went to the monk's quarters. Alone. I stopped for a drink. Tenchi was taking so long... I headed over and heard a noise coming from the backyard. It was so dark, but I saw someone running. Must've been whoever killed my friend.
Yasuke: Sounds like the killer was looking for the head monk. Where can I find him?
Guard: He should still be at the Monks' District.

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Yasuke: Are you the head monk here?
Head monk: Tell me who sent you. Before I call the guards.
Yasuke: I am Yasuke. Kyonyo sent me. He has been expecting an update from you. And based on the dead man near your quarters, you are the next target.
Head monk: I feared I was being targeted. Now we know for sure. If you help me, we can set a trap.
Yasuke: What do you have in mind?
Head monk: The building behind me is our best hope. I'll dismiss the guards. Draw him out. Extinguish all the lights. And we'll have our best chance.

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Head monk: Come. Follow me.

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Head monk: All of you. Gather around. I need your assistance.

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To Kyonyo

Some ronin passed by yesterday. They were asking around town about you. One of them looked at me like he knew me. I'm worried that someone might've told them something.

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Head monk: Wait for nightfall. Extinguish every light. That is out best chance.

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Yasuke: I think that is the last of them. I will tell Kyonyo his immediate threats are dealt with.

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Head monk: Thank you, Yasuke. I will await word from Kyonyo.

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Yasuke: Kyonyo and his soldiers.

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Yasuke: It is time.
Kyonyo: Then what are we waiting for?

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Yasuke: We must do this together. Protect your father. I will go after Tsuchi-Gumo.
Kyonyo: Good hunting.

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Tsuchi-Gumo: The ronin Yasuke. Fighting for the wrong man again.

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A Puzzlement[edit | edit source]

Two bickering men are on the brink of discovery - a discovery they think will make them rich.

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Woman 1: One of the two idiots stepped right in my tea bush. Crushed all the leaves!
Woman 2: Buffoons. One plucked plums from my tree, then said he was thirsty. I poured him water. Then threw it in his face.
Woman 1: Good. They better stay away if they know what's good for them.

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Kinu: You should have pushed on that big rock.
Kane: Idiot! We pushed on it six rocks ago!
Kinu: No, I think six rocks ago it was this rock.
Kane: [huffs] You were supposed to be taking notes!

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Naoe: Listen to those two bicker.

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Naoe: They're trouble, Yasuke.
Kane: We took some Igan millet and meat because we were starving. We could have died!
Kinu: I told him we should have asked for it first.
Kane: You're asking for it right now, lunkhead.

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Kinu: They'll figure it out. The door will open.
Kane: No thanks to you.

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Kinu: If you wear the ornament, something happens in certain places! I don't know where, or why, but... it does!

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Kane: When we were in the swamp east of here, that ornament thing really started acting up.

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Riddle of the Vault in Wakasa

Near Kaiji's courtyard
Marshlands are full of treasure
Vaulting their secrets

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Naoe: Hmm. The ornament is... glowing? It must be guiding me somewhere. And I think I'm close.

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Naoe: The ornament feels alive!

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Naoe: So something about the ornament and this spot lights up a glyph. It is a mystery. I guess we'll go tell those two dunces the good news.

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Kinu: Hey. They lit up. Something's happening!
Kane: In your brain? No. To the door? Yes!

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Kane: Did you do that? Make it glow?
Yasuke: We did.
Naoe: We're geniuses. Can we go now?
Kane: While you were gone, Kinu and I got to talking.
Kinu: We did?
Kane: We're done being treasure hunters. We want to work for you two.
Kinu: Oh. Yeah! We do!
Naoe: No way.

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Kane: We've been on the run for months! Our sandals are thinner than dried kelp! You must have a camp. We can help you!
Naoe: You two? In Iga, I beat you up with a stick.
Kane: Then train us to be great like Yasuke – I mean, like you!
Naoe: This is a waste of time. They have nothing to offer us.
Kinu: We do have more scrolls.
Kane: Oh yeah, a trade! Our riddle scrolls for a home.

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Naoe: I don't trust them. They're half-wits.
Yasuke: We offer help to those who cannot help themselves, remember? And if they are trouble, Tomiko will whip them into shape.
Naoe: [sighs]

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Naoe: Fine. But only if you pass a training test. Fail it, and you're out.
Kinu: Yatta!
Kane: We'll find a suitable place and report to duty. Here. A scroll to show we're serious.

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Naoe: When did you become such a sap?
Yasuke: There is no crime against stupidity.
Naoe: There should be.
Yasuke: [laughs] Come on. A mystery unfolds! You must be a little curious about what is behind the door.
Naoe: A little. Let's go "train" them.

Teach a Dog New Kicks[edit | edit source]

Yasuke has some skills to pass on to Kane and Kinu in hopes of training them.

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Kane: I wonder what Yasuke the legendary has in store for me.
Kinu: He could give you etiquette lessons?
Kane: Your face needs etiquette lessons.

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Kane: We were just limbering up. I'm as flexible as any shinobi. Like a wet noodle!
Naoe: Please don't compare me to a noodle.
Kane: We're ready to train if you're ready to teach.
Naoe: All right, let's start.

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Yasuke: Now, when your weapon is occupied, you must rely on the strength of your own body. At times, a strong kick will do the job. Not only does it keep enemies from your vital core, but kick hard enough, and they will take flight.

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Yasuke: Brace your stomach.

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Kinu: Oof. (whimpers)

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Kane: I've been wanting to do that to him for years. Let me try!
Yasuke: Square your hips. Ground yourself. Draw power from the earth.

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Kane: (braces)

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Kane: Ow! (whimpers)
Naoe: Should have mentioned needing a backup plan when the enemy's twice your size.
Kinu: I could use that lesson.
Yasuke: Good point. Want to show them how it is done?

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Yasuke: The goal is to lift them off the ground. Send Kinu flying!

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Yasuke: You can do better than that. Another!

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Yasuke: Try again!

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Yasuke: Make them fly!

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Kane: Aaaahhhhhh!

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Kinu: (giggles) Bye Kane!

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Kinu: Good one!
Yasuke: That probably hurt.

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Headucation[edit | edit source]

It's Naoe's turn to help train Kinu and Kane - and she's determined to have some fun.

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Yasuke: It is a new day. I hope that Kinu and Kane are feeling better.

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Kinu: Please don't embarass me in front of miss Naoe.
Kane: What? Does Kinu have an imaginary girlfriend now?
Kinu: No, I just, you just... nevermind.

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Kinu: Reporting for training, great samurai.
Yasuke: I guess that means you are feeling better. Are you ready?
Kinu: Whenever you are, sir.
Yasuke: Let us begin.

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Kinu: (chokes)
Yasuke: Sorry, Kinu.

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Kane: (chokes)
Naoe: You got him!

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Naoe: And down he goes. Let's keep practicing!

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Kane: We've kicked, we've choked. What else is there?
Naoe: I'm sure you're right. That must have thought you everything.
Kane: So we're ready for the final test then!
Kinu: You won't be disappointed, miss Naoe. Meet us here tomorrow. I need to lie down. Immediately.

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The time has come to see all the skills that Kinu and Kane have learned. Will they be invited to join the Kakushiba ikki?

Kane: This is it, Kinu. You wanna stop sleeping on the rocks? Get away from the macaques? That happens today. If... you don't mess it up.
Kinu: (gulps)

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Kane: To perform in front of you... it is an honor.

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Naoe: You're laying it on a bit thick.
Kane: I am a changed man, shinobi. Truly. Allow me and Kinu to show you what we will bring to your illustrious team.
Naoe: This will be interesting.

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Yasuke: Do not say "I told you so."

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Naoe: I'm thinking it.

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Yasuke: They have charisma?

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Naoe: I thought they were bad, but turns out they're just stupid. And stupidity is not a crime.

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Yasuke: But it should be

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Naoe: We know Tomiko could use a hand. She hates mucking the horse stalls.
Yasuke: They could handle that.

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Naoe: Maybe.

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Naoe: All right, legendary samurai. Let's duel.

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Naoe: You're not bad at this fighting thing.
Yasuke: Lord Nobunaga did not keep me around just to play Go.
Naoe: That explains why Junjiro always wins your games.
Yasuke: I often let the disadvantaged win. You may see that yourself today!

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Yasuke: (yawns)
Naoe: Don't start.
Yasuke: Then wake me up!

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Naoe: (grunts)
Yasuke: Are you all right down there?
Naoe: Don't worry about me. Worry about your bruised ass tomorrow.

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Yasuke: Hold still!
Naoe: Move faster, old man!
Yasuke: Now you have done it.

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Naoe: Watch this! (grunts)

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Yasuke: (laughs) That is the lesson I want to learn next!
Naoe: You've got it.

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Naoe: I'm pretty tough, huh?
Yasuke: Eh.
Naoe: I am!

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Kane: They're pretty close, Kinu. Jealous?

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Kinu: No! Please! Don't kiss her!

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Naoe: They better not make me live to regret this. But the Hideout will be livelier. Maybe I'll go there and ask Yasuke for another duel.

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Main game[edit | edit source]

The Yokai

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Yamabushi Imposters

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The Pirate Alliance

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The Hunters of Kyonyo

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The Tournament

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The Winter Raiders

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The Lesson

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Teach a Dog New Kicks

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Headucation

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The Lesson

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Naoe: The legend was true.
Meiran: Unfortunately for them. They heard the legend and believed they'd claim pounds of silver from a legend well past his prime.
Naoe: So, you were trying to lose them in the woods.
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The Lesson

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A Puzzlement

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Last Update[edit | edit source]

A Disturbance in Kii[edit | edit source]

Yuasa, Kii NOTE: IT'S A FEATURED EVENT FOR SOME GOD FORSAKEN REASON???????????????????????????????

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Hana: Chichiue, let's go see, let's go see!
Tsuyoshi: Of course, my child.
Hana: I wanna get really close!
Eamon: I have seen many strange beasts during my travels! Some scary. Some dangerous. And if what you tell me is true, you will be rewarded with those same fantastic beasts!

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Eamon: Are you sure this is where you saw those strange kanji?

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Eamon: Very well, then—a deal is a deal... Here it is!

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Eamon: Behold the European brown bear—a frightening beast as tall as two men standing on each other' shoulders! [growls]

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Eamon: And this is the mighty African leopard! Leopards are clever creatures. They circle around their prey and stalk them from behind... Slowly... Silently... They say you can feel their breath on the nape of your neck right before they strike... [roars]

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Eamon: This sword belonged to my grandfather—and to his great-grandfather before him. It is said to have acquired a singular thirst for blood during the Holy Crusades... If it's all the same to you, I'd prefer a civilized conversation.
Yasuke: You are Templar.
Eamon: Oh, I am much more than that, I assure you.
Naoe: Alright. Talk...
Eamon: Allow me to introduce myself. I am Sir Eamon Hathaway. And of course, you are Fujibayashi Naoe and the one they call... Diogo, was it?
Yasuke: Yasuke.
Eamon: Of course—Yasuke. Pray, forgive me. I must admit I was surprised to hear about Assassins in Japan. There was no mention of your Brotherhood at the Synod. Ah. You have no idea what I’m talking about, do you? Pity. Trading barbs with mortal enemies is one of life's great pleasures.
Yasuke: What do you want, Templar?
Eamon: To business, then.

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Eamon: For your transgressions against the Order, I am here to kill you both.
Yasuke: Nuno Caro and Duarte de Melo deserved to die twenty times over!
Eamon: I assure you, I do not personally mourn their loss. Few things try my patience more than cleaning up after lesser men—let alone lesser Templars.
Naoe: Well, people who speak in riddles try my patience, so start making sense.
Eamon: However. A greater purpose calls me from these shores. One that might even sway me from killing you.
Yasuke: You would share the same fate—

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Naoe: Yasuke. Not here.
Yasuke: [sighs]
Eamon: Once I acquire what I seek, we will sail away from this place, never to return. You have my word.
Yasuke: The worthless word of a Templar...
Naoe: We?
Eamon: I beg your pardon?
Naoe: You said "we" – who else is with you?
Eamon: [chuckles] Well, there's this drunk Chinese captain in dire need of a new ship, for one... Most likely drowning his sorrows at this hour.
Yasuke: Any other Templars we should worry about?
Eamon: After what you and your Assassin friend have done, you will both have to worry about Templars for the rest of your lives...
Naoe: Second mistake.
Eamon: My dear girl, if the signing of your death warrant is no concern to you—
Naoe: Not that part—the part where you assumed I was an Assassin. [chuckles]
Eamon: Is something amusing?
Naoe: You were right—trading barbs with mortal enemies is pretty fun.
Eamon: This is my offer: keep to yourselves and we will be out of your hair in no time. But stand between me and my goal, and we will kill you both. Farewell, Assassin—or however you call yourself.
Naoe: I am kakushiba-ikki.
Eamon: And I am Black Cross.

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Eamon: Come, children! Who wants me to carve an elephant?

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Naoe: We can't allow him to take whatever he wants.
Yasuke: Agreed. Perhaps we should look for that ship captain he mentioned?
Naoe: My thoughts exactly.

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Yasuke: I will alert you if I find any leads.
Naoe: Yasuke? Are you okay?
Yasuke: [sighs] I will be... Templars have a way of getting to me...
Naoe: Let me help you this time.

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Black Tides[edit | edit source]

Yuasa, Kii

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Yasuke: A Black Cross, uh... I will kill as many Templars as they dare send here.

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Drunken captain: What is a ship captain without a ship. [hiccups] Like a bird without wings. A fish without gills. [burps] Like a ship captain without sake! I am a nobody. But at least I am not alone. At least I have you, cheap, watered sake. You are my only friend. [hiccups] It's so watered down, I am probably still sober. What a waste of my last mon.

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Yasuke: This is going to be challenging.

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Naoe: Excuse me, would you happen to be a ship captain by any chance?
Drunken captain: Not at this particular moment, no.
Naoe: My friend and I are looking for—
Drunken captain: Look here, lady—my cup is empty... You want to talk? Fill it up.

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Yasuke: How long have you been working for the Templar Order?
Drunken captain: [laugh] Let's play a game. You make a statement, and if true—I drink. If false, you drink... First one to the bottom loses the game but either way, you buy.
Yasuke: Bring it on.
Naoe: [sighs]

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Drunken captain: All right, I'll start... You, my friend, are not from Japan!
Yasuke: Very observant...

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Yasuke: You are a pirate—and a very bad one at that.
Drunken captain: How dare you. I am no pirate. I am chartered captain. Drink!

Yasuke: You are a Templar...
Drunken captain: [laughs] I am no Templar; my only allegiance is to gold. Drink!

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Drunken captain: Those Templars paid well but their maps were garbage! And now my ship is wrecked! You can still see her listing on the rocks when traveling the Iseji Trails... My turn: you two have something against Templars, don't you?

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Yasuke: Now, about your wrecked ship.

Yasuke: You wrecked your ship because you were too drunk!
Drunken captain: I've been drunk since I was a baby [laugh] but you're wrong! Drink!

Yasuke: Their maps were probably decent – you are just bad at reading them!
Drunken captain: I can read maps! But I'll never trust English or Dutch maps again: only the Portuguese know these water half-decently... Drink!

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Drunken captain: But enough about me! Your gorgeous wife here is probably a terrible cook! [laughs]

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Naoe: I am not his wife!
Yasuke: [laughs]
Drunken captain: [laughs] Oh, so she's available?
Naoe: Okay, enough. We have what we want—let's go.
Yasuke: Wait. One more question.

Yasuke: The Templars came here looking for an object...
Drunken captain: Wrong! They are looking for a place!

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Yasuke: [burp] Empty... I am beaten...
Drunken captain: [laughs]

Yasuke: Your Templar passengers came here looking for a place, have they not?
Drunken captain: Oh yes—they’re looking all right.

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Drunken captain: [gulps] Empty...
Yasuke: [laughs]

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Drunken captain: Now if you'll excuse me... Drink goes in, drink goes out! [laughs]

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Naoe: Wait – we need to know more about that place!

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Drunken captain: Stop! Or else...
Naoe: Or else!?

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Drunken captain: Big mistake, lady... You don't scare Captain Yang!

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Captain Yang: I lost everything—why do you want to take more?!
Naoe: What are Templars looking for?

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Captain Yang: The more I drink, the less it hurts!
Naoe: Let's put that to the test.

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Captain Yang: I yield! No more!

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Naoe: Are you ready to talk calmly, now?

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Captain Yang: Fine—I'll tell you what you want to hear... Eh... What was it you wanted to hear?
Naoe: The place the Templars are looking for?
Captain Yang: Oh, right, right—the old man—Sir Hathaway, he's called—he’s been searching for a long time, see... It’s a place he called the Obverzk... The Obterze... Hum... Oh—the Observatory!!! That's it, that's what he called it!! A place of mysterious powers—he had a big chest full of documents he kept locked in his cabin—

[dead]

Yasuke: Up there on the roof!
Naoe: On it!

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Naoe: They're bleeding. I can track them.

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Naoe: Even injured, they move pretty fast.

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Masked killer: This belongs to you.

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Naoe: There, blood stains.

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Naoe: Ah! It's just a dog.
Masked killer: Why don’t you listen and turn back?
Naoe: Why don't you come out and find out?

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Naoe: Blood. I'm close.

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Hana: Please, stop! Don't hurt him!

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Naoe: It's okay! I'm not going to hurt you.

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Masked killer: I told Eamon you two wouldn't listen. He thinks people are reasonable...

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Naoe: Let him go.
Masked killer: Listen carefully. This man will bleed out and die in seconds unless you save him.
Naoe: Look, whatever you think you're doing—

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Masked killer: Face it, Assassin. You're simply outclassed.

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Hana: Father!
Naoe: Hold on, I've got you...
Hana: Help him! Please help him!
Naoe: Hey—Hey! I’m not letting him die, okay?
Hana: O-okay. Okay. Thank you, miss.

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Yasuke: Naoe, are you there?
Naoe: In here!

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Yasuke: I tried to keep up, but...
Naoe: She got away.
Yasuke: She... She cut him open just to get away?
Naoe: She has the same cloak as the old man.
Yasuke: Two Black Crosses...

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Naoe: Go with my friend, he'll take care of you.
Yasuke: Hey there! Your father is safe now. What is your name?
Hana: Hana. [beat] You are Yasuke, yes?

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Naoe: The woman disappeared without leaving a trail... What's our next move?
Yasuke: [sighs] First, I need water… Then we look for Yang's ship: we might find clues in the wreckage.
Naoe: Yang said it could be seen from Iseji Trails!
Yasuke: Who should take point?

[play as yasuke]

Yasuke: I will go. I could use the fresh air.
Naoe: Okay—I'll see that this man is taken care of and join you later.

Double-Crossed[edit | edit source]

Naoe and Yasuke must investigate Captain Yang's shipwreck for any clues that lead to the Black Cross. Iseji Trails, Kii

Yasuke: There it is. The Black Cross shipwreck.

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Yasuke: Scavengers on the beach.

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Scavenger: Anything you find, you take!

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Scavenger: Hey! We got here first! This stuff's ours!

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Your New Mission

I remain grateful for your dedication and enthusiasm in your search for the Observatory and I regret that I must redirect your efforts towards a matter of some urgency.

Our operations in the Japans continue to suffer at the hands of an individual known as "Diogo." He, and all who aid him, must be eliminated so that we may continue to protect humanity from itself.

May the Father of Understanding guide you.

– M.

Yasuke: They are here because of me... I cannot let anyone suffer the consequences of my actions.

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Captain Yang's Log

Day 3 at Sea
Took two passengers in Macau headed for the Japans. Fancy. Rich. They provided maps. European-made. They also have brandy. Might confiscate it.

Day 27 at Sea
China coast still on port side. European maps unreliable in these waters. Brandy is great stuff though.

Day 43 at Sea
Boarded by pirates. Passengers killed them all! Old man is fearsome but the woman is scarier, laughing as she bled them dry.

Day 57 at Sea
I hear them whispering at night. They speak of impossible things. Out of grog. Out of Brandy. All I have are nightmares of that woman killing pirates.

Day 62 at Sea
The Japans finally in sight. Passengers eager to disembark. I’m eager to get rid of them. Approaching at high tide tomorrow.

Day 63 at Sea
Terrible maps! Hit an unmarked reef. Taking on water. Abandoning ship. I’m going to go get drunk now.

Yasuke: They fended off pirates... Those Black Cross seem to know how to fight.

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Naoe: Captain Yang said the Black Cross kept their documents in a chest. This might lock it.
Yasuke: The chest must have gone down into the water.
Naoe: I'll go look for it?
Yasuke: Good. There may be more for me to find here.

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Naoe: Got to keep searching. It must be around here.

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Naoe: Focus Naoe. Deep breaths!

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Eamon's Journal: My Mission

March 4th, 1552

The Inner Sanctum has bestowed upon me a great honour, the exalted rank of Templar Black Cross.

My father remained as stoic as ever when he presented me with the Hathaway family sword. When he put it into my hands, he made me promise to fulfill a mission he could not: to find a mysterious precursor site known as The Observatory.

I will not fail him. I shall embody the Order’s ideals in words and deeds. I shall uncover the secrets of Those Who Came Before for the sake of all our peaceful tomorrows.

May the Father of Understanding guide me.

Eamon's Journal: Marrakech

June 8th, 1555

Every attempt to locate the Observatory or a Piece of Eden, ends with me standing empty-handed, surrounded by evidence of Kassandra’s presence. It happened on the Isle of Skye and the Ionian Isles. Now in Marrakech.

Yet something is different. The Scottish cave contained a pedestal, where a Piece of Eden once rested, long since removed. The vault in Marrakesh contained an Isu axe, devoid of power. I cannot shake the feeling that the axe was placed here recently, perhaps to placate the avarice of lesser men.

Could Kassandra still be alive? The idea seems to be laughable. And yet...

Eamon's Journal: Beijing

November 13, 1578

Infiltrated the Beijing Synod called by Shao Jun. The Chinese Mentor is a frail old thing, yet her mind remains as sharp as ever. Alas, we could not get close enough to kill her. In attendance was a scholar who believed a precursor temple exists on Japan’s main island. He offered as proof his hand-drawn reproductions of mysterious symbols and glyphs.

I acquired the illustrations while Nirmala disposed of the scholar with great enthusiasm. Could this be the Observatory? I will make my way there in due course. Perhaps I can finally put Kassandra’s nonsense behind me.

[MEANWHILE...]

Masked killer: You move well for someone your size.
Yasuke: You cut down an innocent man back there...
Masked killer: People can be many things – but innocent is rarely one of them.
Yasuke: So you are a Black Cross, like the old man...
Masked killer: I am Nirmala, from the island of Java. And you...
Yasuke: I am Yasuk—
Nirmala: —are a dead man!

[She charged him with a kama-yari but he dodged]

Yasuke: Tsk. Templar scum.

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Nirmala's Promotion

Sir Hathaway,

I confess to being skeptical when you took that young orphan under your wing. How delightful it is to be proven wrong. The Inner Sanctum hereby grants Nirmala the rank of Black Cross.

Please continue to train her as you see fit so that she may bring Order and Understanding to an increasingly chaotic world. I look forward to watching Nirmala’s progress in the future. I hope you are as proud of your acolyte as I am of you.

May the Father of Understanding guide you both.
– M.

Sketched Glyphs

This paper showcases a number of sketched glyphs—likely drawn by the Black Cross themselves. Clearly they are being studied and sought out.

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Nirmala: I will bleed you dry!
Yasuke: Shut your mouth!

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Nirmala: You are slowing down, big man.
Yasuke: Do you ever shut up?

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Nirmala: You move well—but I move better!
Yasuke: [growls]

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Yasuke: Not so glib now...

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Nirmala: Now you di—[chokes]

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Yasuke: Overconfident. Like all Templars I have defeated...
Eamon: Ah. Nirmala. How many times must I warn you against being so impulsive?
Nirmala: I have everything under control!

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Eamon: He has you figured out and so you've lost the advantage.
Nirmala: I can handle him, Eamon.
Eamon: Be that as it may...

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Eamon: ...we have more important business to attend to.

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Eamon: Where is the Assassin?
Nirmala: She dove into the wreck.

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Eamon: Does he have the keystone?
Nirmala: It's on his belt!

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Yasuke: You've changed your mind about killing us, then?
Eamon: You have something we need.

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Nirmala: How is he still standing?!

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Eamon: Now!

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Yasuke: No...

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Eamon: I see now why they sent for us.

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Eamon: Have it your way, then.

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Eamon: The keystone?

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Eamon: Yes—Yes! This is it!

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Nirmala: Leave him. He'll be dead in moments and the girl won't pursue us if she's trying to save his life.
Eamon: Cruel... But efficient. Well played.
Nirmala: I like keeping you on your toes, old man.

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Naoe: Yasuke... Yasuke!

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Naoe: Hey, hey—it’s okay, I’m here.
Yasuke: The ornament... I could... not find... an opening...
Naoe: No... No no no no no—stay with me, come on, stay with me... Come on Yasuke, stay with me…. Don't do this—you have to stay with me, please... Somebody help! Come on big man, stay with me… We'll fix you up in no time… No, no no no—Yasuke! Yasuke!

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Yasuke: Where am I? What is this? I am... defeated. But am I dead? No. Not dead. But I am dying.

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Yasuke: Someone over there... Is that... Is that my mother? This path began with my mother's murder...

[flashback]

Diogo: Mother! [cries] Mama. Mama...

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Yasuke: You have been avenged, Mama. There is so much to tell you about. I wonder what you will say to me, Mama. If you are proud of the man I became.

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Yasuke: There, in the distance... Lord Nobunaga! Lord Nobunaga forged me into the warrior I became.

[flashback]

Oda Nobunaga: What's more, you have earned your place next to me. As a samurai.

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Yasuke: Your betrayer also lies dead, my friend. Perhaps we will soon share tea together.

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Yasuke: There must be more for me to see here. Over there. It looks like... Yes, I remember this moment very well.

[flashback]

Yasuke: Naoe, Junjiro, you have showed me forgiveness and compassion. You have made me a better man.
Naoe: You still want to walk beside me? Follow this wind wherever it takes us?

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Yasuke: I will miss you both. Thank you, my friends... Not my friends: my family. I cannot leave you behind. Not yet!
Shadow Yasuke: Death has already won.
Yasuke: Then I will defeat it too, if I must.

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Shadow Yasuke: It is time for us to rest. Our fight is over.

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Yasuke: No doubt I will die in combat one day. But it will not be today.

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Shadow Yasuke: Not today.

Buried Secrets[edit | edit source]

Naoe and Rufino tracked Eamon and Nirmala to the mysterious cave in Wakasa.

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Naoe: This "Observatory"—what do you think it is?
Rufino: I don’t know, but putting an observatory underground is strange, if you ask me.
Naoe: Perhaps it’s a code name for something else?
Rufino: Hm, I don’t think so... Templars are usually quite literal.

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Rufino: This is easy! You shinobis have such an easy job.
Naoe: Sitting at the Hideout is much more dangerous.
Rufino: Yes, well... Tomiko lives there.
Naoe: Good point.

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Rufino: This place is...
Naoe: Almost magical?

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Naoe: We have to get up there—can you manage that?
Rufino: What? All the way up there!?
Naoe: If the old Black Cross could do it, so can you!
Rufino: Well... Ladies first.

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Naoe: There must be another one close by.

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Naoe: Come on, where is it...

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Rufino: You need to stand on that, uh... glowy... thing.

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Eamon: Hold this position.
Nirmala: Eamon...
Eamon: What?
Nirmala: When was the last time you ate something?
Eamon: Just... Stand guard here...

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Nirmala: I see you, Assassin!
Naoe: (frustrated) [grunts]
Rufino: Go ahead, I'll cover you.
Naoe: Got it.
Rufino: Still, be careful out there. Else I am terrified of what Yasuke will do to me.

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Nirmala: There you are.
Naoe: You can't hold me off forever.
Nirmala: Oh, I can't wait 'til you get here.

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Rufino: She's above you!
Naoe: Stay here. She's mine!
Rufino: Go! I'll provide cover fire!

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Rufino: Get ready. Go!

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Rufino: Hold on, I'm reloading!

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Rufino: Get ready to move... Now!

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Nirmala: Stay still, would you?
Naoe: Try again!
Nirmala: [growls]

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Rufino: Naoe! Don't go in alone! Naoe!

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Naoe: Stand and fight, you coward!
Nirmala: I killed your friend. What chance do you have?

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Nirmala: How many more need to die before you learn?
Naoe: Two more. Starting with you!
Nirmala: [scoffs]

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Naoe: You should never have come here!
Nirmala: You're starting to annoy me!

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Nirmala: Just you and me, Assassin!
Naoe: I'll make this quick.

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Nirmala: Take that!
Naoe: [scoffs] ...that all you got?

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Nirmala: [grunts]
Naoe: That was for Yasuke.

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Nirmala: Eamon! I could use your help here!
Naoe: He can't help you...

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Nirmala: Eamon? Have you found the Observatory?
Eamon: It's not here.
Nirmala: It has to be! The signs—
Eamon: It no longer matters! It seems our purpose here is to clean up a mess after all.

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Naoe: What were you looking for?
Nirmala: Nothing a dead woman will care about.

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Nirmala: Eamon—
Eamon: Focus!

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Naoe: [yells]

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Eamon: Don't relent, Nirmala.
Nirmala: She's almost done.
Eamon: Fight!

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Nirmala: She's spent—we got her!

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Eamon: I did warn you not to put yourself in my way. Farewell, dear girl.

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Nirmala: He—he survived!? Looks like I get the pleasure of killing you after all...

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Yasuke: Not so fast, Templar.
Nirmala: Don't worry, you’re next.

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Eamon: Nirmala!

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Naoe: Face it, Templar. You're simply outclassed.

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Eamon: No!

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Eamon: I'm here, child...

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Eamon: What have you done?!

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Yasuke: Can you fight?
Naoe: Can you?
Yasuke: We can take him down together.

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Eamon: By the Father of Understanding, I will drown you in your own blood!

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Yasuke: Keep going, Naoe!
Naoe: [effort]

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Yasuke: Together now!

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Eamon: [yells]

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Naoe: Almost there.
Yasuke: Keep pushing!

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Yasuke: Are you all right?
Naoe: I'm fine! Don't stop!

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Eamon: [screams] No!

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Eamon: I am so sorry, my child... Twelve years I've sailed the world with Nirmala... She was as close to a daughter as I ever had... Now she lies, her potential... unrealized. Dead at the blade of a would-be Assassin who knows nothing of their creed, and a warrior who brushes off mortal wounds like... You are one of them, aren't you.

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Yasuke: This belongs to me. [effort]

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Naoe: What's this?
Eamon: Something she left behind.
Yasuke: The woman from the statue.
Naoe: Kassandra.
Eamon: Spoke to you, did she? She does that. It is a consolation prize.
Naoe: If this place isn't the Observatory, then what is it? What have you found back there?
Eamon: [sighs] One of the pillars that holds up the world.
Naoe: And you did not retrieve it?
Eamon: Retrieve it!? Perhaps it was meant to be touched by your hands rather than mine.
Yasuke: Good. One less bit of power for Templars to claim as their own.
Eamon: We do not seek power for ourselves, but rather for humanity's sake. To ensure mankind's dominion over a world that was never ours to begin with!
Naoe: This is why Templars are after the imperial regalia – because they thought they held ancient powers that would gain them control over Japan.
Eamon: Nuno Caro was a fool. Had these objects been true Pieces of Eden, a Black Cross would have been tasked with their retrieval...
Naoe: Templars, Black Cross—you fail all the same.
Eamon: I pity you, Fujibayashi Naoe... You've stumbled into a war that’s been waged since before recorded time. Fought across a world that’s even bigger than you could imagine. And this buried place is just a glimpse of the horrible, beautiful secrets that lie just beneath the skin of the world... If you could only know what I know... you would... see...

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Rufino: What is that?
Naoe: The pillar that holds up the world. It's... beautiful.

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Yasuke: Do not touch it! I cannot explain, but something deep inside me says that there is danger here.
Naoe: Kassandra wrote that such places were never meant for mortals. It’s probably best not to touch what we do not understand.
Yasuke: We need to leave this place.
Naoe: Very well.

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Yasukane: He's dead. He's dead. I know it.
Kinu: I thought he was invincible?
Yasukane: He is! He's just... Did you see how big that sword was?

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Kinu: Miss Naoe! Miss Naoe! Miss... Hello.

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Yasukane: You are back, great samurai, sir—and completely alive, too!
Yasuke: [laughs] Mostly alive. Thank you for helping me get here, my friends.

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Naoe: What are you thinking?

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Yasukane: It'll be closed forever!
Yasuke: Exactly. The Templars will never find it. No one will.
Yasukane: Good thing we got most of the treasures out of there.

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Naoe: Oh no – wait...

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Kinu: Oh that's pretty!
Naoe: Maybe I should've left it in there.
Yasuke: Hm...
Naoe: You have an idea?
Yasuke: What better way to keep it out of the Templars' hands than to pass it on to their mortal enemies?
Naoe: You think we should contact the Brotherhood of Assassins. Maybe. Maybe one day we'll seek them out. Wherever they are.

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MOD: Hello? Can you hear me? If you're looking for more action, I've designed a special little something, just for you. Look for the floaty Animus bits above a mountain in Yamato. That's where you'll find me.

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Horizon[edit | edit source]

here

The guide needs help with what may be their final stand against Ego.

Hashigui-iwa, Kii

The Eagle: Me again. That thing we found earlier in the Rift? It's becoming more clear to me what it is! Let's go.

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Hm[edit | edit source]

The Isu were wiped out by a great catastrophe, but their influence continued to be felt throughout our myths and legends. One of these is Yggdrasil, the World Tree from Norse mythology. The real version was an Isu supercomputer which did all kinds of weird stuff.

For one thing, it generated a never-ending combat simulation that inspired the afterlife in Norse mythology. For another, it could upload a digital copy of a user's mind.

Again, not an Animus. But suspiciously very Animus-like! Also proof that digital fight simulations like my Domains are extremely cool!

While digging through various files, I came across a woman named Aileen Bock, who was the first person to test the possibility of seeing genetic memories outside of your direct ancestry. She suffered a "mysterious injury" in 1981. A lot of those seem to happen at Abstergo. Her work was set aside in favor of the Animus Project.

I have no rational explanation as to how Eivor was able to experience visions of Asgard. Clearly, there was something unique about her. I lean toward science and evidence-based medicine, but every corner of the globe has some version of naturopathy, and many ancient healers used hallucinogens in their rituals and treatments. We know that precursor people existed, with powerful bloodlines that have been diluted over time. I wonder if there were also Isu plants that had medicinal or hallucinogenic properties that also faded over time? Could ingesting Isu plants have created some kind of organic Animus experience? Were there Isu hippies back in the day, just tripping out on their own genetic memories?

When you suddenly find yourself living smack dab in the middle of the world's oldest conspiracy theory, it's hard to tell what's true and what's complete bullshit. For example, I read an Abstergo email referencing something called the "Philadelphia Project." Some believe this is the same event as "The Philadelphia Experiment" where the US Navy allegedly made a ship disappear, or teleport or something stupid like that. It was largely dismissed as a hoax. Except that maybe something weird DID happen, and Abstergo and the Assassins were involved. Allegedly, the Templars tried to use a Piece of Eden to power a time travel machine?! And if that wasn't enough, some people say that they faked Nikola Tesla's death and forced him to build it. Which all sounds way more batshit crazy than the original urban legend. And any time I try and ask an Assassin if any version of this story is true, they just look me dead in the eye and say, "Nothing is true…" and then they just… keep… staring at me. It's super awkward.

I'm gonna talk some shit, but before I do, I just want to say that Rebecca Crane is a personal hero of mine. Not only did she build this version of the Animus for the Assassins, but she also created training programs for Desmond Miles that were big inspirations for my Domains.

But.

I don't know if those red cushion-looking things are plastic or cloth, but she strapped a dude in his 20s onto them and made him relive the life story of a man who fought half of Italy and had sex with the other half. That's sweaty work. Plus, they were on the run from Abstergo with limited access to showers.

All I'm trying to say is, I bet that Animus smelled awful.

Once again, all glory to Rebecca Crane: tech support GOAT and Animus witch (complimentary). She built a smaller, more powerful iteration of the Animus in a cave! With a box of scraps! But by this time in their journey, they didn't have a bed or a couch or anything, so it was placed on top of a big rock, which probably wasn't great for Desmond's back. And yet, I would still choose the Rock Animus over the testosterone-stained stink machine they used in Italy.

Developers at Abstergo Entertainment had access to the Animus Omega, a proprietary Ancestral Memory Research tool. They used it to harvest genetic memories in order to transform them into virtual reality games and other immersive experiences. Here's a bone-chilling fact: When the workers didn't meet expectations, they were sometimes placed in a dungeon underneath the studio. Yikes. I wonder if they had a dungeon under where I used to work?

I think it's really cool that the Animus became sleeker and more portable, making it easier for researchers to take one out on missions. Beats laying down on a fucking rock, that's for sure. Having said that, you couldn't pay me any amount of money to put myself inside something that looks like a coffin. I'd rather use Desmond's Smell-o-Vision Animus 2.0.

Daniel Cross was a Templar sleeper agent who infiltrated the Brotherhood, rose through the ranks, and then killed their Mentor, which allowed the Templars to launch a massive, coordinated attack on the Brotherhood called "The Great Purge." Although it looked like the Assassins were trying to bounce back, there must have been another Purge or something in the recent past, because the Assassins I'm running around with seem to be running on fumes.

Clay Kaczmarek was the poster child for the Bleeding Effect who also loved riddles and finger painting. But something we don't talk about enough is that he somehow created a perfect digital replica of himself. Up until that point we'd seen Isu appear as digital recreations of themselves but as far as I know, he's the first human to do it with a regular Animus (an old one at that!) I wonder why Abstergo never tried to copy the brains of their best and brightest?

Ah, the sweaty chosen one. Maybe Desmond wasn't that sweaty or smelly. I'm really just judging him based on his haircut and his clothes. He was a bartender in New York City. Do the bartenders there smell good or bad? You tell me. I can't deny that he had a great bloodline. Thanks to him, we got insights into some of the most pivotal Assassins in history. Also, even if he started out as a smelly bartending dirtbag (allegedly!), he did eventually step up, put his life on the line, and save the world from a giant solar flare.

I really feel for Layla Hassan. She was, by all accounts, a legit genius. If they had let her on to the Animus Project, who knows what she could have accomplished? But somewhere early in her career it feels like she got labelled as "difficult to work with" which in Abstergo-speak translates to "She thought for herself and questioned authority." She did manage to defect to the Assassins, but her life really took a turn for the worse when she became unhealthily attached to a talking stick (long story). But after everything that's happened with Ego, who am I to judge?

That brings me to you, dear reader, whoever you might be. Maybe Abstergo forced you into the Animus Ego human trials. Maybe you accessed a jailbroken Animus from the comfort of your own home. But whether Naoe and Yasuke's memories are your first encounter with the secret history of the world, or you've known for decades, I'm glad you're here. The world feels so overwhelming and fucked up right now. I'm right there with you. What I'm learning from all these Assassin memories is that, sure, maybe one person can make a difference, but nobody has to tackle corrupt governments or shitty corporations alone. When we find a Brotherhood, or any group of people who share our values, we can lift each other up and help each other through just about anything, big or small. So drink some water. Get some sleep. Find your people. Change the world.

Decades after the tragedy of Aileen Bock, Abstergo finally managed to create the technology that would allow a user to relive any genetic memories, without the restriction of direct lineage. The Data Dump Scanner was a breakthrough that pioneered several spinoff projects and really brought the Animus into the mainstream.

Once the direct ancestry limitation was gone, the first thing Abstergo did was to weaponize the Animus. They uploaded the genetic memories of various Templar agents throughout history and used the Bleeding Effect to train their own private army. The best of the best usually graduated to a unit called "Sigma Team." As if that wasn't bad enough, the second thing they did was monetize it. Their training program became the basis for one of their PVP entertainment experiences. Sure, it was FUN. But it was still propaganda.

In this day and age, cloud servers and streaming libraries full of CONTENT are super normal but I wonder how amazing it must have been to be alive when they first came to the market. Abstergo launched their cloud servers full of genetic memories and beamed it to headsets around the world. An all-you-can-eat brainwashing buffet!

The Animus EGO is the culmination of every iteration that's come before. It's the most recent version of the device designed for mass market consumer consumption. The killer app was intended to be a guided meditation experience, full of soothing virtual environments sourced from your own genetic memories. Instead, it's the staging ground for a potentially harmful artificial intelligence. What Abstergo's done with the Animus is awful, it is, but it's in line with all the other shady shit that corporations and governments have done since the beginning of time. But when I look at what Ego might be capable of, rewriting your memories and trapping you in an ever-changing simulation … I worry that I've helped them create something that's on the same level as one of those ancient Isu machines. Is it possible that humanity's technology is catching up to the precursors?

Genetic memory exploration lives and dies by synchronization. The more your actions are in line with your ancestors, the closer you are to achieving full synchronization. That in turn can open up new memories to explore. On the flip side, if you mess around too much, the memory becomes unstable, resulting in desynchronization.

A big part of the Templar conspiracy is lying to the general public. (Actually, most governments and corporations lie to you constantly, the Templars aren't special in that regard!) But genetic memories used to be a way to find out the truth.

What makes Ego so scary is that the A.I. may have found a way to prevent desynchs by altering the user's recollection of events and filling person's head with fake memory slop.

I always hate it when movies say "based on a true story" because you know it's obviously made up. Abstergo Entertainment went all-in on the lies when they started releasing projects based on their genetic memory research. Their first mainstream success was "Liberation." But like everything else, it was all Abstergo's corporate propaganda, they heavily edited the material to provide an anti-Assassin angle.

Too much of a good thing can be bad for you. Doctors used to think cigarettes were healthy. Social media was fun until it destroyed your mental health. Today, we all have an Animus in our home, but too much of that can result in something called "The Bleeding Effect." At first it doesn't sound so bad. You can learn an ancestor's language or other fun skills, like parkour! Only what's happening is that multiple sets of memories are smashing together inside your brain, turning it into mush. Imagine playing Russian roulette with your language learning app or your Abstergo Bodyband fitness tracker.

If you're reading this, then you're a Dark Animus user running around in my domains. Hello! I used to work for Abstergo's Project Mnemosyne. I thought I knew everything there was to know about the Animus. It's common knowledge that every iteration of the machine is used to explore a user's genetic memories. It wasn't until I joined the Assassins that I learned that the Animus Project was primarily a tool to achieve the objectives of the Templar Order, the secret power behind Abstergo. This might be old news to you. But me? I felt overwhelmed by all the conspiracies and weird shit that comes with life in the Brotherhood. So, I thought I'd share some of my discoveries from what's left of the old Assassin's files.

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The Lesson[edit | edit source]

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-My quintenary sandbox.
-==Status==
+My quinary sandbox. :)
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+==Navboxen==
-|-
-! colspan="2" style="background:#F1D3F1; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Main Memories'''
-|-
-! colspan="2" style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Sequence 0'''
-|-
-|[[Prisoners (BOV)|Prisoners]] - [[A Precious Pistol]] - [[Poor Little Templars]] - [[Forgotten Headquarters]]
-|-
-! colspan="2" style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Sequence 1'''
-|-
-|[[The Mask]] - [[Hidden Secrets]] - [[The Three Little Traitors]]
-|-
-! colspan="2" style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Sequence 2'''
-|-
-|[[The Little Devil]] - [[Endangered Genius]] - [[Clash of the Titans]] - [[Stealing from a Thief is not Theft]]
-|-
-! colspan="2" style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Sequence 3'''
-|-
-|[[Tanto va la Brocca alla Fontana]] - [[Backlash]] - [[Antidote]] - [[Plain as Day]] - [[Synchronicity]]
-|-
-! colspan="2" style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Sequence 4'''
-|-
-|[[Defense by the Book]] - [[Second Chance]] - [[Resistance]] - [[Iago]] - [[Back to the Future]] - [[Cronos]]
-|-
-! colspan="2" style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Additional Memories'''
-|-
-|[[She Spears, She Scores]] - [[Stand Clear of the Closing Doors]] - [[Gentle Benedetto]] - [[A Cumbersome Legacy]]
-|-
-! colspan="2" style="background:#F1D3F1; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''''Roma'''''
-|-
-! colspan="2" style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Sequence 1'''
-|-
-|[[All Roads Lead to Rome]] - [[Vacation]] - [[Just Visiting]] - [[Turn of Events]]
-|-
-! colspan="2" style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Sequence 2'''
-|-
-|[[Doctor Leonardo & Mister da Vinci]] - [[The Temple of Doom]] - [[In Memory of the Curtains]] - [[(The True) Backlash]]
-|-
-|}
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-! style="background:#1acdd6; -moz-border-radius:3.25px; border-radius:3.25px;" align="center"|<div style="padding-right:3em; padding-left:6em;"><font color="black" style="font-size:13.5px; font-family:tahoma;">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' minor memories</font></div>
+!style="background-image:linear-gradient(to right, #C91F37, #9d2933, #171412); -moz-border-radius:3.25px; border-radius:3.25px;" align="center"|<div style="padding-right:3em; padding-left:6em;"><font color="black" style="font-size:13.5px; font-family:tahoma;">''Assassin's Creed: Shadows'' memories</font></div>
-|-
-! style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |''Ravensthorpe''
-|-
-|Petra
-|-
-|[[Archery Contest|<span style="color:#ff3030">Archery Contest</span>]]
 |-
-|Randvi (22 min)
+|colspan="2" style="background:#C91F37; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;"|'''Main game'''
 |-
-|[[Taken for Granted|<span style="color:#ff3030">Taken for Granted</span>]]
+|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxmhjIY3sAM End of the Line] • [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SsywY3pRVS0 The Yokai] • [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=udAZfz3rMHg The Tournament] • [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qrGNSaCSvJw Yamabushi Imposters] • [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SR_rHoiFf-8 The Winter Raiders] • [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pwuK8-gaEjs The Hunters of Kyonyo] • [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=98Sxxg7dC18 The Pirate Alliance]
 |-
-|Tarben (24 min)
+|colspan="2" style="background:#C91F37; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;"|'''Post-launch'''
-|-
-|[[The Baker's Plaint|<span style="color:#ff3030">The Baker's Plaint</span>]] - [[Man of Mystery|<span style="color:#ff3030">Man of Mystery</span>]]
-|-
-! style="background:#1acdd6; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''World Events'''
-|-
-! style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |Norway
-|-
-|Rygjafylke (12 mins)
-|-
-|[[A New England|<span style="color:#ff3030">A New England</span>]] - [[The Plight of the Warlock|<span style="color:#ff3030">The Plight of the Warlock</span>]]
-|-
-! style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |England
-|-
-|Essexe (28 min)
-|-
-|[[Devil's Hole|<span style="color:#ff3030">Devil's Hole</span>]] - [[Take Me a Husband|<span style="color:#ff3030">Take Me a Husband</span>]] - [[The Boar with the Golden Nose|<span style="color:#ff3030">The Boar with the Golden Nose</span>]] - [[The Gleewoman|<span style="color:#ff3030">The Gleewoman</span>]] - [[The Prodigy|<span style="color:#ff3030">The Prodigy</span>]]
-|-
-|Grantebridgescire (30 min)
-|-
-|[[Degolas the Beautiful|<span style="color:#ff3030">Degolas the Beautiful</span>]] - [[The Cult of Saint Guthlac|<span style="color:#ff3030">The Cult of Saint Guthlac</span>]] - [[The Devout Troll|<span style="color:#ff3030">The Devout Troll</span>]] - [[The Doom Book of Cats|<span style="color:#ff3030">The Doom Book of Cats</span>]] - [[The Infinite Noise of Men|<span style="color:#ff3030">The Infinite Noise of Men</span>]] - [[The Walloper|<span style="color:#ff3030">The Walloper</span>]] - [[Winchell the Robesfree|<span style="color:#ff3030">Winchell the Robesfree</span>]]
-|-
-|Ledecestrescire (18 mins)
-|-
-|[[A Skald's Lament|<span style="color:#ff3030">A Skald's Lament</span>]] - [[Skal to Your Wealth|<span style="color:#ff3030">Skal to Your Wealth</span>]] - [[The Twit Saga, Part I|<span style="color:#ff3030">The Twit Saga, Part I</span>]] - [[The White Lady of Tamworth|<span style="color:#ff3030">The White Lady of Tamworth</span>]]
-|-
-|Lincolnscire (25 min)
-|-
-|[[King of Shitsby|<span style="color:#ff3030">King of Shitsby</span>]] - [[Little Victories|<span style="color:#ff3030">Little Victories</span>]] - [[Stray Naps|<span style="color:#ff3030">Stray Naps</span>]] - [[The False Ealdormancy|<span style="color:#ff3030">The False Ealdormancy</span>]] - [[The Farewell Meow|<span style="color:#ff3030">The Farewell Meow</span>]] - [[The Ignominious Bandit|<span style="color:#ff3030">The Ignominious Bandit</span>]] - [[The Twit Saga, Part II|<span style="color:#ff3030">The Twit Saga, Part II</span>]]
 |-
+|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IsRmrR38kOc The Lesson] • [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f8PQU2MNRk4 A Puzzlement] • [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YvrwklABkLw Teach a Dog New Kicks] • [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4D6kOecaJgA Headucation] • [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=la9bwaNKLYg Battle of the Bests]
 |}
-*Red (#ff3030) links mark the memories not transcribed at all.
+Non-canon memories:
-*Orange (#e3830a) links mark the memories partially transcribed, i.e. those with choices.
+*Defensive Position (alternate assassination for Yaita Wakasa)
-*Green (#34df19) links are fully transcribed but not yet incorporated into the respective pages.
+*The Jounin Pillow Book (Katsuhime romance)
-*Fully transcribed items that have been incorporated are removed from the list.
-==Brotherhood of Venice==
+==Move to the floating convos==
-{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" width="100%" style="border:1px solid black; -moz-border-radius:2.5px; border-radius:2.5px; text-align:left; clear:both; font-size:90%
+[]
-! style="background:#cf68f7; -moz-border-radius:3.25px; border-radius:3.25px; color:White; font-size:110%" align="left" |Sequence 0
+{{IUNote|Title=Riddle of the Arch in Wakasa|Text=Arch of stone in sea<br>Looking to rock and alcove<br>To hold its treasure}}
-|-
+[]
-|
+*'''Naoe:''' ''I'm close to another glowing glyph. I can feel it.''
-===Sequence 0===
+[]
-====Memory 0.1====
+*'''Naoe:''' ''I can't be far now.''
-;Intro
+[]
-Ezio Auditore.
+*'''Naoe:''' ''There. A second glyph is lit.''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Riddle of the River in Wakasa|Text=Slithering river<br>Cradles the harvest to come<br>Reviving the ruins}}
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''There must be another glyph close by. I feel the ornament reacting.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''This thing's getting louder.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Another glyph. I wonder who wrote the riddles?''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Riddle of the Waterfall in Omi|Text=Cascading waters<br>Within the arms of Mount Peak<br>A secret laid bare}}
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''I feel the ornament reacting. There must be another glyph nearby.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''I can't be far now.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''There.''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Riddle of the Tide in Omi|Text=Resting by the shore<br>Rocked to sleep by Biwa's waves<br>Near glades and lumber}}
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''The ornament. It's calling to a nearby glyph.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''This thing's getting louder.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Got it.''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Riddle of the Mists in Omi|Text=Mists of Azuchi<br>A land lost within the lake<br>Where cats become lords}}
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''There must be another glyph close by. I feel the ornament reacting.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''The ornament's leading me closer.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''That's six glyphs in total. We're getting somewhere.''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Riddle of the Watchtower in Omi|Text=Tress try to hide it<br>Under a watchtower's gaze<br>Saikoji awaits}}
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''There's a glyph nearby. My ornament's reacting to it.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''The ornament feels alive!''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''One step closer to opening the strange door.''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Riddle of the Sky in Wakasa|Text=Between two rivers<br>Edging forest and heaven<br>Closest to the sky}}
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''I'm close to another glowing glyph. I can feel it.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''I can't be far now.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''All right, ornament. Show me the way.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''This thing's getting louder.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Making good progress.''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Riddle of the Ship in Wakasa|Text=A shattered mountain<br>Down Wakasa and Tamba<br>The great ship waiting}}
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''The ornament. It's calling to a nearby glyph.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''The ornament's leading me closer.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Another glyph.''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Riddle of the Silence in Tamba|Text=A Path of Silence<br>Leading wanderers to dive<br>Far into themselves}}
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''The ornament feels alive!''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Ten glyphs illuminated. We're close to getting answers.''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Riddle of the Stone in Tamba|Text=By Kameyama<br>A stone's heart cracked wide open<br>Tada miner's dream}}
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''I can't be far now.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''One step closer to opening the strange door.''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Riddle of the Sakura in Yamashiro|Text=Yamazaki looms<br>In spring over tree and pink<br>Beacon of petals}}
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''There must be another glyph close by. I feel the ornament reacting.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''This thing's getting louder.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''According to the glyphs on the door, this is the second last to light up. One more to find.''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Riddle of the Lost in Yamashiro|Text=Water lost the way<br>On edge of Ogura Pond<br>Waiting for the fall}}
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''I'm close to another glowing glyph. I can feel it.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''The ornament's leading me closer.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''That should be all the glyphs illuminated. Now to see what's behind the big strange door.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Here we go.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''I'll tell Kinu and Kane getting the statue back to the Hideout is part of their training.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''These objects are blunt. Brutal. Who used them?''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Yasuke would love this naginata. He has nothing like it.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Where did these come from? They definitely weren't made here.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Look at this tanto! Amazing. It's coming with me.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Look at this bronze. What would Heiji think of it?''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Beware, Seeker|Text=The light that guards this cave is not of this world. It's born of a flame that can't be extinguished... not easily, anyway. If you've come seeking treasure, I've left some things behind. Take them, and forget about this place.<br>If you've come seeking answers, be careful. The light listens. It bends the mind, and it does not forgive. Such places were never meant for mortals. Trust me.<br><br>- Your friend, Kassandra.}}
+*'''Naoe:''' ''This Kassandra... she's powerful.''
+[]
+*'''Kassandra:''' ''Farewell, seeker.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''What is this? I know I heard her, but... am I going mad?''
-One of the greatest Assassins of all time!
+;Blade of Yumminess
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Blade of Yumminess Clue|Text=Beneath the watch of Akaiwa, the earth hides what a greedy eye cannot claim. Where the eagle's shadow meets the rising sun, seek stone hidden from wind and from rain.}}
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Guard of Yumminess Clue|Text=Where stars watch over Yuasa, seek beneath the pilgrim's path. Past shrine laterns guarding dusk lies a stone neither prayed nor seen.}}
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Handle of Yumminess Clue|Text=Below the gaze of Onyu Pass, waters conceal a treasure for the fearless. Seek the pool where sunlight never goes and shadows drift deep.}}
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=[[wikt:鞘#Noun|Saya]] of Yumminess Clue|Text=Where knowing walls stand older than memory and glyphs shimmer with power, fate hides the way. A sequence opens a doorway for those who seek truth.}}
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Hmm. This blade sure feels like a powerful one. And I taste something... legendary.''
-It was him who picked our small group of Assassins to help him prepare for his face off with the Templar Cesare Borgia. What an honor!
-Cesare is currently trying to conquer a fortress in Navarra and Ezio is about to confront his long-time enemy and finally get rid of him. We've been tasked with creating a diversion and we managed to distract the Templars long enough for Ezio to enter the fortress. Unfortunately, we had to give up our freedom for that: We are now prisoners!
+==Pagemaking==
+<!--
+{{Era|ACSH|Memories}}
+{{Imageneed|''[[Assassin's Creed: Shadows]]''}}
+{{IncompleteMemory|Shadows}}
+{{Memory Infobox
+|name=XXXXXXXXXXXX
+|image=
+|description=''x''
+|appearance=''[[Assassin's Creed: Shadows]]''
+|type=Main {{c|Chapter XXXXXXXXXXXX}}
+|previous=
+|concurrent=
+|next=
+|source=[[Fujibayashi Naoe]] / [[Yasuke]]
+|location=[[Japan]]
+|date=1580s
+}}
+'''XXXXXXXXXXXX''' was a virtual representation of one of [[Fujibayashi Naoe]] and [[Yasuke]]'s [[Genetic memory|genetic memories]], relived through the [[Animus|Animus EGO]].<ref name="ACSH">''[[Assassin's Creed: Shadows]]''</ref>
-We managed to warn the Brotherhood with a carrier pigeon and we know that a group of Assassins Apprentices are on their way to rescue us. Once freed, we can move on to the next phase of the plan and help Ezio.
+==Description==
-;Objectives
-*Unlock the 4 Assassin cells by spending 1 [action cube] on each of these squares.
-**Complete the Memory with no more than 1 Assassin Apprentice becoming exposed after a Detection Test.
-;Debrief
+==Dialogue==
-Well done! We are free thanks to the young Assassin Apprentices!
-Cesare's forces are leading the assault against the fortress and have already managed to take over some of the buildings. We will soon put Ezio's plan of sabotaging Cesare's gun into action.
-====Memory 0.2====
+==Outcome==
-;Intro
-Events escalate in the fortress besieged by Cesare Borgia's troops! Under the cover of darkness, now is the time to take action.
-Thanks to the Assassin Apprentices, we are now free... and armed.
-Ezio needs to approach Cesare. This is highly risky if Cesare wields his famous and fearsome pistol.
+==References==
+{{Reflist}}
+{{ACSHMemories}}
+[[Category:Memories of Fujibayashi Naoe]]
+[[Category:Memories of Yasuke]]
+[[Category:Memories relived using the Animus EGO]]
-We need to infiltrate the weapons room and sabotage the gun.
+-->
-We need to be extra careful with the guards: They will chase and attack us on sight.
+==Transcription==
+===End of the Line (Shadows)===
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Caro. You are near. Can you feel it? It is the sins of your past, given form.''
+[]
+*'''Nuno Caro:''' ''So. She helped him.''
+*'''Portuguese swordsman:''' ''Yes, senhor. It was a bloodbath, and she was nowhere to be found.''
+*'''Caro:''' ''Didn't expect the giant to be the one that gave her a voice. Like a wagon following the donkey.''
+[]
+*'''Caro:''' ''Speak of the devil.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''You will answer for what you did.''
+*'''Nuno Caro:''' ''You speak as if we know each other personally.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''We do.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke's mother:''' [breathes]
+[]
+*'''Yasuke's mother:''' (grunts)
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''It's all right, mama.''
+[]
+*'''Duarte de Melo:''' [grunts]
+[]
+*'''Duarte:''' ''Senhor Caro.''
+[]
+*'''Duarte:''' [laughs]
+[]
+*'''Nuno Caro:''' ''Who sent you?''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''No-no one, senhor Caro. No one.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke's mother:''' (cries)
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Please! W-we saw nothing! We saw nothing!''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' (screams) ''Mother!'' (cries) ''Mama...''
+[]
+*'''Caro:''' ''Is of your own choosing.''
+[]
+*'''Portuguese soldier:''' ''Intruder!''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Mama...''
+[]
+*'''Assassin:''' ''Go!''
+[]
+*'''Caro:''' ''Diogo?''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Yasuke.''
+[]
+*'''Nuno Caro:''' ''It was necessary. I had to set an example to the others. Your mother's death taught everyone how I felt about insubordination. Everyone except you, it seems.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''It is uncommon for a corpse to talk this much.''
+*'''Caro:''' ''So, what do you want, Diogo? Revenge? It will get you nothing, I'm afraid. We have the regalia already.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Not for long. We will make sure of it.''
+*'''Caro:''' ''"We?" Diogo. I was sent here because no one else in my organization cared enough. And look what I accomplished. Look around you, Diogo. Everything you see here is mine. This land, its resources, its people. You should understand that better than anyone.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Put a hundred, a thousand men between us, Caro... there is no difference. You are welcome to watch them all die.''
+[]
+*'''Caro:''' ''My friends. The bounty for escaped slaves will be honored today. But only dead.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Run. It will serve you no use.''
+*'''Caro:''' ''Kill him so we can focus on what really matters!''
+[]
+*'''Caro:''' ''Kill him. Remind him of his place.''
+[]
+*'''Caro:''' ''There he is. Men, you will not fail me like the others. Do you hear me, Diogo? You cannot win.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''I have hunted greater warriors than you.''
+*'''Caro:''' (screams)
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''You cannot hide from me, Caro.''
+*'''Caro:''' ''Diogo. You need to let it go, dear boy.''
+[]
+*'''Caro:''' ''Hah! Over here, Diogo.''
+[]
+*'''Caro:''' ''Stay away, Diogo! Let us settle this like civilized men.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''You know nothing of civility.''
+[]
+*'''Caro:''' (screams)
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''You talk too much.''
+[]
+*'''Caro:''' ''Killing me won't bring your mother back, Diogo. Think!''
+[]
+*'''Caro:''' ''No more. You win, Diogo.''
+[]
+*'''Caro:''' (gasps) (pants) ''You win. Please, Diogo.''
+[]
+*'''Caro:''' (screams)
+[]
+*'''Caro:''' (breathes)
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''After you killed my mother, I kept my desire for vengeance in my heart. In the same place I once held thoughts of her. It kept me alive. Nourished me. To get to you today.''
+*'''Caro:''' ''Then... it's yours. Vengeance. Not that it will bring her back.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''It is no longer mere vengeance I want.''
+*'''Caro:''' ''Then what is it? What is this all about?''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''A declaration of war. Against the Templar Order.''
+*'''Caro:''' ''You are serious? My God, you're serious. What makes you think you can win?''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Because we are united in the defense of our home. This country... so shaken with strife. The people are victims to it. But together, they will be unstoppable. We will be unstoppable. We live by this code. And it is because of my league that I know what I must do.''
+[]
+*'''Caro:''' ''And what does killing me prove?''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''That no one is untouchable. That even you are just one blade of grass in a withering field. And when you die, no one will remember you. Your death will only ever be a message to your compatriots. One that says you should fear us.''
+*'''Caro:''' ''We will hunt you down. My group will send everything at you.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''After they find what is left of you, they may think twice. You may start praying now.''
+[]
+*'''Caro:''' ''This isn't over. It's the beginning, in fact. The beginning of your end.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''It is done...''
+*'''Caro:''' ''Declaring war on the Templars. A fool's errand. Goodbye, Diogo.''
+[]
+*'''Caro:''' (gurgles)
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''My name...''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''... is Yasuke.''
-;Objectives
+===The Lesson===
-*Sabotage Cesare Borgia's pistol to allow Ezio to approach him.
+[09:43-10:30][47]
-*Eliminate ALL the guards AND hide their Bodies.
+[]
-**Move to a square containing a 9 token, climb the tower, synchronize AND retrieve what you'd discovered.
+*'''Bandit:''' ''Ah! It's Meiran! Take him!''
+*'''Meiran:''' ''Not these bandits again! They are the bane of my existence!''
+*'''Bandit:''' ''You will never escape us!''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''My friend Junjiro is at the temple. I must go there in case more of these outlaws decide to attack.''
+*'''Meiran:''' ''You go ahead. I will make my way there as fast as I can.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Interesting.''
+[]
+*'''Junjiro:''' ''Over here!''
+[12:52-13:17][25]
+[]
+*'''Meiran:''' [breathes]
+[]
+*'''Monk:''' ''Finally, he is here.''
+*'''Pilgrim:''' ''It is time for us to learn the ways of bojustsu.''
+*'''Junjiro:''' (gasps)
+[14:09-14:49][40]
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''I do not trust him.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Why don't you go. I will stay and see what his lessons are worth.''
+[]
+*'''Junjiro:''' (grunts)
+*'''Naoe:''' ''And keep an eye on Junjiro.''
+*'''Junjiro:''' (grunts)
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''At least he looks like he will have some fun.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Hmm...''
+[]
+*'''Student:''' ''Shall we fight together?''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Let's go.''
+*'''Student:''' ''I will not hold back.''
+[]
+*'''Student 1:''' ''You fight well!''
+[]
+*'''Student:''' (breathes)
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Keep training and soon you will be a master of the bo, I am sure.''
+[]
+*'''Student 2:''' ''Hello?''
+[]
+*'''Student:''' ''Are you ready to spar?''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Yes. It is time.''
+*'''Student:''' ''Good, good.''
+[]
+*'''Monk:''' ''Be gentle with me.''
+[]
+*'''Student:''' (breathes)
+*'''Naoe:''' ''You fight well for a novice.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Maybe Meiran can suggest another challenge.''
+[19:08-19:30][22]
+[]
+*'''Meiran:''' ''Remember, young lady, you do not need to get in close. Better to strike from afar.''
+[]
+*'''Monk:''' ''Bandits! Bandits are attacking the temple!''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''I must defend the temple.''
+*'''Monk:''' ''Meiran! They've come for your silver!''
+*'''Bandit leader:''' ''Kill them all! Take their silver!''
+[]
+*'''Pilgrim:''' ''The bo master is unstoppable!''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''More of them.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' [breathes]
+[23:33-24:46][73]
+[]
+*'''Meiran:''' ''It seems you have taken something from my lessons beyond mastery of bo combat. Now, excuse me. I must pray.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''They deserve your prayers.''
+*'''Meiran:''' ''I don't pray for them. I pray for me.''
-;Debrief
+===The Yokai===
-Just in time! We managed to sabotage Cesare Borgia's pistol. Ezio can now approach and eliminate him.
+Rumors of yokai plague these lands. A monk-turned-demon-hunter needs help to uncover the truth of these monstrous tales.
-An Assassin Apprentice, appointed by the Brotherhood, has retrieved Alessandra, Bastiano and Dariâ's hidden blades. We finally have a level playing field!
+[00:14-01:25][71]
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Even as a child I never believed in ghost stories. People do much worse things than we can even imagine.''
+[]
+*'''Mamushi:''' ''I have heard all the stories. I investigated each and every one. And always, there is a logical explanation.''
+[]
+*'''Mamushi:''' ''I am old and tired. You are young and strong. I give the last of these rumors to you. Prove to yourself, and everyone else, there are no yokai!''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''I am no Yokai hunter, but if I come across any in my travels, you will be the first to know.''
+*'''Mamushi:''' ''Come back when all the rumors of yokai are dead.''
-Let's now move on to the second part of Ezio's plan...
+Taka Nyudo
+[]
+*'''Taka Nyudo:''' (growls)
+*'''Chitose:''' ''Help!''
+[]
+*'''Chitose:''' ''Thank you. He was a monster. He had fire in his eyes.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Our eyes can play tricks when we fear for our lives.''
+*'''Chitose:''' ''Fear opens eyes wide to see death up close.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Do you have somewhere safe to go?''
+*'''Chitose:''' ''I've been following the wind, you see. It carries a name on its back. Mamushi...''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Mamushi. I've been helping him disprove some myths.''
+*'''Chitose:''' ''Fear surrounds him. Many tales of ghosts and demons. I have a tale of my own to tell him. Thank you for your kindness.''
-====Memory 0.3====
+Oshiroi Baba
-;Intro
+[]
-Thanks to us, Ezio was able to approach Cesare and is facing him right now on the fortress walls!
+*'''Oshiroi Baba:''' [wails]
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''That did not sound... human.''
+[]
+*'''Oshiroi Baba:''' [wails] ''Ichiro-o-o! You are dead... and now I am alone...''
+[]
+*'''Oshiroi Baba:''' [screams]
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Oshiroi Baba! I know nothing of Ichiro. I do not want to hurt you.''
+*'''Obaba:''' (laughs) ''What did you call me? Oshiroi Baba? I am no yokai, you fool!''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''I do not think so. But everyone in the village does.''
+*'''Obaba:''' ''Idiots! But now I see you clearly. You are not my husband's killer. He was much smaller.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Well, you're scaring the villagers. Go home and get some rest. Drink some tea.''
+*'''Obaba:''' ''You are kind. I'm sorry I attacked you.''
-If we take advantage of the general confusion, we will deprive the Templars of precious resources.
+Yuki Onna
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Yuki-Onna, the snow woman. They say to kiss her icy lips is to know love one moment, and death the next.''
+[]
+*'''Woman:''' ''A visitor? You must be cold. Join me inside. Let me warm you.''
+[]
+*'''Yuki Onna:''' ''I don't want to fight. Come, have some tea instead.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''She was beautiful, but her heart was made of ice.''
-We must choose to go either to Cesare Borgia's apartments to steal one of his personal items, or to the armory to steal equipment...
+Suika no Bakemono
+[]
+*'''Suika no Bakemono:''' ''Do not interfere, stranger. The fate of our melon harvest is about to be decided.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''That depends on the sky and not the sword, does it not?''
+*'''Suika no Bakemono:''' ''For generations the Suika family has waged battle with the Makuwauri melon clan. And for generations the harvest of the champion has prospered.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Both harvests cannot be prosperous?''
+*'''Suika no Bakemono:''' ''Insanity! Which is your favorite? The delicious suika, or the mediocre makuwauri?''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''I enjoy the suika more. They are crisp and refreshing.''
+*'''Suika no Bakemono:''' ''A very wise choice. And now, prepare to defend them with your life!''
+[]
+*'''Suika no Bakemono:''' ''You fought well! The title of "Melon Lord" goes to the suika!''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Definitely no yokai here. Just two farmers with a fiery passion for... melons.''
-If we are perfectly coordinated, we may even be able to do both, but it might be hazardous!
+Kappa
+[]
+*'''Kappa Taku:''' (growls) ''Shirikodama! Hungry!''
+*'''Kappa Rei:''' (growls) ''Closer! We are going to eat...''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''They look like Kappa. And they definitely smell like Kappa.''
+*'''Kappa Taku:''' ''You'll never catch us. You're too slow and fat!''
+*'''Kappa Rei:''' ''And when you get tired and fall, we're going to eat you for dinner.''
+[]
+*'''Girl:''' (yelps) ''Please don't hurt us! We made a deal with the thieves! We scare people away from their camp for food.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Just children. I actually believed you were Kappa! I feel foolish.''
-;Objectives
+Daitengu
-*Steal a personal item from Cesare Borgia.
+[]
-(and/or)
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Bird cries from a warrior. Could this be a Daitengu?''
-*Help yourself from the armory.
+[]
-**Eliminate 1+ Guards with a [Hidden Blade].
+*'''Daitengu:''' (caws) ''Mortal wanderer. Do you seek honor in the clash of steel? Or do you flutter by like a leaf on the breeze? Do you see your reflection in my blade? Or do you wear a mask to protect your soul?''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''I always wanted to cross blades with a Daitengu. This was just a man who talks like a bird.''
-;Debrief
+Return to Mamushi
-Cesare Borgia is dead. He fell from the castle walls while fighting Ezio. Had we not been helping, Ezio might've been in greater danger.
+[14:27-15:09][42]
+[]
+*'''Chitose:''' ''I am spawned from the dread of mortals. Your fear makes me stronger.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''In the end... Mamushi was wrong. Yes. Yokai.''
-====Memory 0.4====
+===The Tournament (Shadows)===
-;Intro
+Naoe and Yasuke receive an invitation to a formidable and secret fighting arena in Yamato.
-Our actions in the Kingdom of Navarra have been noticed. The Brotherhood of Assassins has decided to entrust us with a delicate but crucial task for the future of the Assassins in Italy. We're off to Venice, the Queen of the Adriatic, the City of Masks!
-An informant of the Brotherhood managed to infiltrate the Templar Order. While on a mission, he discovered the abandoned former HQ of the Templars in Venice. The Headquarters are unusable in their current state but have enormous potential. This is our chance to rebuild a secure and sustainable base in Venice.
+[00:15-01:07][52]
+[]
+*'''Gyoji:''' [breathes] ''That is everything. Please consider my proposal.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Sounds like I have found the fighting tournament. People here are quite... uninhibited.''
+[]
+*'''Gyoji:''' ''You came!''
+[]
+*'''Gyoji:''' ''It's a match! Victory to Lord Unkai!''
+[]
+*'''Lord Unkai:''' [scoffs] ''Gyoji!''
+[02:37-03:30][53]
+[]
+*'''Takao:''' ''Nothing like bloodshed to warm the soul. And some tasty sake.''
+[]
+*'''Woman:''' ''Your first fight is against Lady Masago? You may as well leave now.''
+[]
+*'''Man:''' ''Lady Masago's naginata has reach. Bide your time, then strike!''
+[]
+*'''Lady Masago:''' ''Unkai gave me purpose. No one will take that from me.''
+[]
+*'''Gyoji:''' ''It's a match! Lady Masago is no more! Victory to Yasuke the Giant!''
+[]
+*'''Byakko:''' ''Back to work. Clean this up!''
+[]
+*'''Takao:''' ''You could lend a hand, you know.''
+[]
+*'''Byakko:''' ''Where did you find your challenger?''
+*'''Gyoji:''' ''You have your secrets, I have mine. Keep your head down. We are not free yet.''
+[]
+*'''Man:''' ''Lord Suguru's blade tears through flesh. Like a knife through water. The sharpest I have ever seen.''
+[]
+*'''Kitsune:''' ''Tea, Lord Hokuto? Or something stronger?''
+*'''Lord Hokuto:''' ''Bring me your finest umeshu.''
+[]
+*'''Lord Suguru:''' ''Look upon my blade, and see your death staring back.''
+[]
+*'''Lord Suguru:''' ''Bask in my blade's glory.''
+[]
+*'''Gyoji:''' ''It's a match! Lord Suguru is sheathed! Victory to Yasuke the Giant!''
+[]
+*'''Takao:''' ''Clean fast, clean fast!''
+[]
+*'''Gyoji:''' ''Still have your doubts?''
+*'''Byakko:''' ''In you? Yes. In the new challenger? Time will tell.''
+*'''Gyoji:''' ''That is the question. For all our sakes.''
+[]
+*'''Kitsune:''' ''Are you thirsty, Lady O-Sen?''
+*'''Lady O-Sen:''' ''Get out of my sight, you little beast.''
+[]
+*'''Man:''' ''I lost mon betting on Lord Suguru, I'm glad to see him gone. Let's hope Lord Hokuto fares better.''
+[]
+*'''Man:''' ''To survive Lord Hokuto, stay out of his reach. Or it'll be your last mistake.''
+[]
+*'''Lord Hokuto:''' ''Look upon me and be crushed.''
+[]
+*'''Lord Hokuto:''' ''You won't like how this ends.''
+[]
+*'''Gyoji:''' ''It's a match! Lord Hokuto has been toppled! Victory to Yasuke the Giant!''
+[]
+*'''Takao:''' ''How am I supposed to move him? He's huge!''
+[]
+*'''Gyoji:''' ''For a moment there, I was worried.''
+*'''Byakko:''' ''The giant one is impressive. I might even place a bet on him.''
+[]
+*'''Woman:''' ''You fight Lady O-Sen next? Well... you had a good streak.''
+[]
+*'''Kitsune:''' ''This is the best tea I've ever made. It will calm your nerves!''
+*'''Lady O-Sen:''' ''Nerves? Fine.''
+[]
+*'''Man:''' ''Lady O-Sen will poison you the first chance she gets. Be prepared!''
+[]
+*'''Lady O-Sen:''' ''Taste the poison of my blades.''
+[]
+*'''Lady O-Sen:''' ''Embrace death.''
+[]
+*'''Lady O-Sen:''' [roars]
+[]
+*'''Gyoji:''' ''It's a match! O-Sen has poisoned her last foe!Victory to Yasuke the Giant!''
+[]
+*'''Takao:''' ''Careful! Poison may still be on the blades.''
+[]
+*'''Gyoji:''' ''It all comes down to this.''
+*'''Byakko:''' ''We've been here before. Or have you forgotten?''
+*'''Gyoji:''' ''We must have faith in our fighter. I can feel it.''
+[]
+*'''Man:''' ''Next, you face Lord Unkai. Do anything you can to stop him from drinking. The more drunk, the more fearsome!''
+[]
+*'''Lord Unkai:''' ''Finally. A worthy foe.''
+[]
+*'''Lord Unkai:''' ''I give my opponents a fair fight. Do you?''
+[]
+*'''Gyoji:''' ''I – I can't believe it! It's a match!'' (laughs) ''You did it! Lord Unkai is defeated! Victory to Yasuke the Giant. Our new champion!''
+[16:17-17:20][63]
+[]
+*'''Gyoji:''' ''Trust that I will find you when the next challenger comes.''
-;Objectives
+===Yamabushi Imposters===
-*Join the informant on the square containing the [special] token. [!] As soon as you are on it and BEFORE any other action, reveal 1 [special] card (0 [action cube]).
+These stranger men disguise themselves as itinerant mountain monks in order to commit brutal acts of violence.
-**Eliminate 1+ Guards from a Hiding Spot
-;Debrief
+[]
-That was a real tour de force: We stole the Templars' old HQ right under their nose! Thanks to the collapse, they won't suspect that we are alive and are going to settle here. And since good things come in pairs, Ezio will now be able to lend us a hand when needed. It looks like these are the beginnings of a fine team!
+*'''Genpaku:''' ''Step no closer, stranger. I am no imposter.''
-|}
+[00:20-01:20][60]
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''This camp looks abandoned. I wonder where the person went.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' (grunts) ''What is that stench?''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''So many. And all men.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''A dead Yamabushi. But wearing... bits of armor? One of the impostors, I am sure.''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Letter on the Corpse of a Strange Yamabushi|Text=Sir,<br><br>My numbers climb quickly! If I maintain the vigor and precision of my hunts, I will soon surpass my brothers in bloodshed. The silent mountain stalker and even that fiend in Iga will finally be second to me!<br><br>I hope you continue tallying the score, sir, and that you've abandoned your foolish guilt. Turning yourself to stone serves no one, certainly not Lord Nobunaga.<br><br>I will leave this letter for you near the shrine in Mibuno Vale. But before that, one last kill for my count; a beautiful woman calls out to me from atop the mountain. I'll kill slowly and with great pleasure.<br><br>(In the margins, there are 29 small marks.)}}
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Looks like he had a letter on him. "Brothers in bloodshed." Words of a warrior, not a monk. And these marks... Ominous.''
+[]
+*'''Woman:''' ''I don't want to get any closer. A body in the water like that? It will stink.''
+*'''Woman 2:''' ''Don't you want to know what happened?''
+*'''Woman:''' ''And end up like him? Dead in a river?''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''A corpse from upstream.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''That man dresses like a mountain monk... ...but he walks like a soldier. An imposter Yamabushi.''
+[]
+*'''River Yamabushi:''' ''Ah, I recognize you, brother. Leave me to my mission, then.''
+[]
+*'''Yamabushi:''' ''Help! An attacker!''
+[]
+*'''Forest Yamabushi:''' [laughs] ''Saw through my tricks, did you?''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''What has made you stoop so low?''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Something is off about that Yamabushi. He is not lost in meditation but... watching and waiting. As if stalking prey. An imposter, perhaps. Like Genpaku said.''
+[]
+*'''Village Yamabushi:''' ''Nomaku sanmanda bodanan baku... nomaku sanmanda bodanan baku... Save me from Hell.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''That Yamabushi. He has barely moved a muscle. But something in his meditation does not seem right. Is he ill? And what is all that clutter around him? I should keep looking around.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''This armor... it belongs to a high ranking soldier. And with Lord Nobunaga's crest, too. But it has clearly been set aside for some time. This is not the first time Lord Nobunaga's name has come up either.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''So many letters. Reports, I suppose. One writer says he "hunts travelers, walking along their pilgrimage routes." And here, another says he is "haunting the mountains of Kii." And all the marks in the margins. So many lives lost to these fake Yamabushi.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''A cooking pot, but no food. Only bark and pine needles. And... the smell of bitter tea and resin.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''The imposter... turned ascetic.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''I was sent to kill this man. But clearly, this one knows the wrong he has done.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''He is set on his path and will die eventually.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''A traveling Yamabushi... With a weapon? He is one of the imposters I've been searching for.''
+*'''Yamabushi:''' ''Come! Join my list of death!''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Another victim of this imposter.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''More bodies. The people deserve better.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Looks like I'm not the only one on the trail today.''
+*'''Clifftop Yamabushi:''' ''Takes a lot to get all the way up here. I'll hang your corpse somewhere special. For Lord Nobunaga! Death to Igans and all and all and all!''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''What?''
+*'''Clifftop Yamabushi:''' ''Die!''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''That man was deranged. How long has he been out here, hunting people? How long has he been alone? And he said, "For Lord Nobunaga." Another Yamabushi imposter with that name on his breath.''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Letter Found on a Yamabushi Imposter|Text=Sir,<br><br>That sneaky bastard ran me off my hunting grounds along the path to Nyu-Daimyojin Shrine, but I've found a new area and I'm going strong. People are easy to kill when distracted.<br><br>I will not abandom my mission, sir. Never. Never. Never.<br><br>For Lord Nobunaga.<br><br>(Below the note text, there are 17 rough-drawn slash marks.)}}
+*'''Naoe:''' ''An unsent message. And these slash marks at the bottom. Counting kills of innocents like it were sport.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''That looks like a Yamabushi. But no true mountain monk would threaten civilians. He must be an imposter, just like Genpaku said.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''It is over. I should return to Genpaku and let him know the imposters have been dispatched.''
+[18:57-19:50][53]
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+===The Pirate Alliance===
-! style="background:#d420ef; -moz-border-radius:3.25px; border-radius:3.25px; color:White; font-size:110%" align="left" |Sequence 1
+Danger lurks along the coasts of Wakasa, leaving despair in its wake. Someone needs to put an end to the trail of destruction.
-|-
-|
-===Sequence 1===
-====Memory 1.1====
-;Intro
-Thanks to our efforts, the Headquarters of the Venetian Branch of the Brotherhood of Assassins are now established. The Doge Leonardo Loredan, once a loyal ally of the Assassins, has now put a spoke in our wheel. Our friend and ally, Pope Julius II, asked us to investigate in order to get some more insight.
-We know there's an explanation for the Doge's strange behaviour. This explanation is found in a coded document enclosed in a safe in the vault room of the ''Palazzo Ducale''. First step, find the key to enter the vault and the cipher to decode the documents.
+[]
+*'''Kage:''' ''Big brother Samemaru, I'm sorry. I am failing! I do not want to fail!''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Someone is on that ship. Who is he talking to?''
+[]
+*'''Lopo Cruz:''' ''What do you think, Ishi? And you, Roku? I know. Samemaru's men have shit for brains, but they have the brawn. We must obtain the treasure. I agree Little Kappa is too crazy. He doesn't care about riches, only blowing things up.'' (sighs) ''All right. Meeting ajourned! I am glad we had this council, friends. Trusted comrades are hard to find!''
+[]
+*'''Lopo Cruz:''' ''Ah! An enemy has appeared! Kill!''
+[]
+*'''Lopo Cruz:''' ''My friends... go on without me!''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''This man knows someone who goes by Little Kappa.'' (snorts) ''Interesting name. He lurks at a nearby lair.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Maybe I can use these explosives.''
+[]
+*'''Little Kappa:''' (laughs) ''You see what you did? Because of you, they explode!''  ''The next one will be even better, bigger, louder!'' (laughs) ''Prepare the explosives, the boom! Hurry. So many more to destroy!''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Explosives. I should be careful.''
+[]
+*'''Little Kappa:''' [growls] ''What are you idiots doing? Hurry up!''
+[]
+*'''Little Kappa:''' ''How dare you mess with Little Kappa! You will be erased with fire!''
+[]
+*'''Jesuit priest:''' ''Bless you, oh bless you! I am saved!''
+[]
+*'''Jesuit priest:''' ''Blessed thanks to you, kind soul. You saved me from great pain.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Tell me what happened.''
+*'''Jesuit priest:''' ''The last I remember I was preaching in a small village, not far from here. There were two men talking in loud voices. One of them was that terrible brute. The next thing I knew, I was knocked out.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''What did the other man look like?''
+*'''Jesuit priest:''' ''I... did not see him, but the villagers called him Sen.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Thank you.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''The priest said Sen would be here. This place seems peaceful. Hard to believe there's a pirate here.''
+[]
+*'''Woman:''' ''Say, don't you think there is something below the water, near that boat? Is that a fish?''
+*'''Man:''' ''Hmm. I saw Sen throw something in the water. Could that be it?''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Who threw those weapons into the sea?''
+[]
+*'''Child:''' ''I'm so hungry! Let's go ask Sen for more rice!''
+*'''Child 2:''' ''What? But you just ate! Greedy!''
+*'''Child:''' ''Hey, who are you? You're not here to steal our food from Sen, are you? Go away!''
+[]
+*'''Pirate archer:''' ''Another day comes and goes.''
+[10:48-11:30][42]
+[36:28-37:21][53]
+[]
+*'''Man:''' ''Ah, you're here! Master instructed me to dig and only leave when you arrive. Now I'm free!''
-;Objectives
+===The Winter Raiders===
-*Steal the keys of the vault room.
+In winter, several villages and important roads in Japan are under attack by a veteran military unit gone rogue, trained in the art of sabotage. They vanish for the rest of the year, but the memories of their vile acts linger.
-*Find the cipher to decode the document.
-**Escape from 1+ Guards Hunting you by climbing onto a roof.
-;Debrief
+[]
-We retrieved the key of the safe. We now have to locate this room in the ''Palazzo''... We also managed to steal the cipher that the Doge uses to encrypt his communications.
+*'''Rin:''' ''Warrior! You're the toughest I have seen today by quite a measure.''
+*'''Samurai duelist:''' (scoffs)
+*'''Rin:''' ''Don't walk away! We need your help. Will you listen to me?''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''I heard you. Loud and clear, miss.''
+*'''Rin:''' ''Oh, yes. Come with me? I will explain.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''What is the trouble?''
+*'''Rin:''' ''A group of dangerous raiders target our village and nearby areas. They steal all they can, and kill anyone in their way. I'm taking you to our elder.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Are they bandits?''
+*'''Rin:''' ''If only. They are much stronger. They were once trained soldiers.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''So they prey on the defenseless. That will not do.''
+*'''Rin:''' ''I was hoping you'd say that. I was hoping for a mighty samurai to fight for us. I'm glad to have met you.''
+[]
+*'''Rin:''' ''Speak with the elder. I do hope you'll decide to help us.''
+[01:52-02:50][58]
+[]
+*'''Rin:''' ''Excuse me, samurai. Can you spare me one more moment?''
+[03:04-03:54][50]
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''You survived. If you had stayed, you would not have.''
+[04:27-05:07][40]
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Go, teach her. I think it would do you both some good.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''If you say so.''
+[]
+*'''Sobei:''' ''You! You killed my Akumu. Hired by the Elder, weren't you.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Hmm. Information about the Winter Raiders. And something about the Gobo elder. I wonder why they have a grudge against him.''
+[]
+*'''Yasha:''' ''You took Sobei, so I will take your head!''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''What is done is done. The Raiders will terrorize the people no more. I must have a word with the elder.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''This note could help me find the rest of those Winter Raiders. It sounds like someone has betrayed them.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''The elder's notes mentioned that house. I should investigate it.''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Note from Yasha's Contact|Text=Hello, old fool. Your hounds are coming for me, but you are not. Coward. Pretending to hold power over Kawakami, what we built together by that river in northern Yoshino. Death will take you too. Perhaps even sooner than you think.}}
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''This note suggests a connection with one of the Raiders. As the elder suspected.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''This is the village referred to in the supplier's note.''
+[]
+*'''Yasha:''' ''It's just ink. A brush. Why is this so hard to master?''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Hmm. This letter. It says the Winter Raiders were once hired to protect. What went wrong?''
+[]
+*'''Sobei:''' ''Insolence. Defiance. This is what happens when Sobei is crossed. All who oppose me will suffer the same fate.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''This letter contains information that can be useful. More about those Winter Raiders and their whereabouts.''
+[]
+*'''Takahara deserter 1:''' ''I'm not going back to Takahara. I'm still haunted by what happened last winter.''
+*'''Takahara deserter 2:''' ''We weren't careful enough. We should have known that fire meant the raiders camped in the woods.''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=An Important Notice|Text=The situation in eastern Kumano Sanzan remains critical. Spies confirm that the Winter Raider known as Hayate has intensified his attacks on pilgrims in winter. His ambushers operate in highly mobile units. They target Taisha entrances.}}
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''I wonder if this is the Raiders' camp those villagers spoke of.''
+[]
+*'''Akumu:''' ''Very good. It seems you heeded our lessons, recruit. Why do we strike at winter?''
+[]
+*'''Yasha's prospect:''' ''Winter is when the villagers are at their weakest. When help is hardest to find.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Hmm. Information about the Winter Raiders. And something about the Gobo elder.''
+[]
+*'''Outlaw thug:''' ''Enough of your whining.''
+*'''Buddhist monk:''' ''Someone! Help me!''
+[]
+*'''Buddhist monk:''' ''Those men ambushed me north of Kumano Hayatama Taisha Shrine. If you have sense, you will stay far from there.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Hmm, something seems off.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''This note could help me find the rest of those Winter Raiders. It sounds like someone has betrayed them.''
+[]
+*'''Jinbei:''' ''The elder's newest fool. You killed Akumu and Sobei.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''What's done is done. The Raiders will terrorize the people no more. I must have a word with the elder.''
+[]
+*'''Gobo elder:''' ''The Raiders. Are they...''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''You knew they were soldiers. They once protected you. And for reasons I do not understand, you banished them.''
+*'''Gobo elder:''' ''One must make difficult decisions at times. You should understand this.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Your choices, your actions, created enemies. You, elder, are culpable for all their bloodshed.''
+*'''Gobo elder:''' ''And you are responsible for their end. The matter is resolved.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''I need nothing from a remorseless old fool.''
+*'''Gobo elder:''' ''As you wish.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Your people may be free, but until they are free of your "leadership," know that I will be watching.''
+*'''Gobo elder:''' ''Fine. Now begone. What's done is done. Get out of my sight.''
-Looks like Ezio is starting to think our small team has what it takes to lead the Brotherhood on a glorious path in Venice. He summons us and, thanks us warmly and gives us one of the Auditore family's relics, saying: "Welcome to the family." What better vote of confidence could we have hoped for?
+===The Hunters of Kyonyo===
+A group of bounty hunters spread across Kii are targeting Kyonyo.
-====Memory 1.2====
+[00:16-01:20][64]
-;Intro
+[]
-Second step: We are going to infiltrate the ''Palazzo Ducale'' at dusk
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''This will help. I will deal with his hunters. Rest assured, Kyonyo will be safe. And if I may...''
-and find the safe where the Doge's coded document is locked up. The document should help us understand why the Doge has been acting strangely.
+*'''Kennyo:''' ''Please''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Once this is over, speak with your son. Or it will haunt you. Trust me on this.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Bodies. Monks and bandits.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''This confirms a plot to kill Kyonyo. The attackers will regroup after, at Yunomine Onsen.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''This is where Kyonyo's ambushers planned to meet. I should stay hidden and see if any are here.''
+[]
+*'''Inumaru:''' ''I almost had Kyonyo. It's Kamakichi's fault! Busy playing spy games in that decrepit town in Saika. Kyonyo was on the tip of my katana. Another inch, he'd be dead. And I'd be rich. Kamakichi's going to regret this. Same goes for you, all of you, if this gets back to him!''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Journal Entry Three|Text=I heard Kyonyo's father hired someone to locate his son. Whoever they are, they will be to late to interfere. I'm so close, I can smell the promised reward.}}
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''This bounty hunter, Kamakichi, has been gathering information. Listening in on conversations, perhaps for weeks.''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Journal Entry One|Text=A samurai, a ronin, and now a beggar. But I will find Kyonyo here and my fortune will change.}}
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Saika. Kyonyo's exact location is not here, but this Kamakichi has revealed himself to me.''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Journal Entry Two|Text=Someone knows something! The market guards might have disclosed my plan. Regardless, my nightly prowls near the Monk Houses will continue. The Ikko ikki feel safe there - to my advantage.}}
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''I think this can help me find Kamakichi's location.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''That man looks like he's on the watch. It must be Kamakichi.''
+[]
+*'''Saika guard:''' ''No, I saw him. Kyonyo. Dangerous people look for him. Maybe they will come to Saika.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Kamakichi knew Kyonyo's location. I need to find him before the other bounty hunters do.''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Update from Koyasan|Text= Rumor has it that some ronin were hired to track you down. Be aware of this when you travel. These are dangerous times, and we need to be careful.}}
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Kennyo is at Negoroji|Text=Contacts are saying that Kennyo has arrived in Negoroji and has met with several people there. After the fallout between you two, it will not be surprising if he's trying to undermine you.}}
+[]
+*'''Kyonyo:''' (grunts) ''Life is... full of surprises. One moment I'm getting ambushed by bounty hunters, the next, you stroll in. Oda's giant. The great Yasuke.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''I am here on behalf of our ally, Naoe, and your father. He said you are being hunted.''
+*'''Kyonyo:''' ''I thought he had other priorities. I can handle these bounty hunters.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Your injuries suggest otherwise. They will not rest until you are dead. Or until I deal with them.''
+*'''Kyonyo:''' (sighs) ''I cannot afford to be choosy about the help I accept. Not until I'm ready to fight back. I'm... grateful for your aid. Here. This is all I know about the men hunting me. I'd know more, but my contact in Koyasan has gone quiet. If you could check on him, I'd be grateful.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''I will.''
+*'''Kyonyo:''' ''As for me, I'll be moving on. I have to assume my enemies may know I'm here. Meet me in Kumano Sanzan, and when the time is right, we will end the leader. Together.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Stay safe.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''The information Kyonyo shared mentioned this place. One of the bounty hunters is thought to be based here.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''What is that noise?''
+[]
+*'''Shishi-o:''' ''Your silence only prolongs our suffering. Where is Kyonyo?''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Surely he is one of Kyonyo's hunters.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Shishi-o shared a close bond with the leader of these bounty hunters.''
+[]
+*'''Guard:''' ''I'm so sorry, Tenchi. I should have been here.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''What happened?''
+*'''Guard:''' ''The temple's head monk asked me and Tenchi to pick up some papers. Didn't need the two of us, we thought. So Tenchi went to the monk's quarters. Alone. I stopped for a drink. Tenchi was taking so long... I headed over and heard a noise coming from the backyard. It was so dark, but I saw someone running. Must've been whoever killed my friend.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Sounds like the killer was looking for the head monk. Where can I find him?''
+*'''Guard:''' ''He should still be at the Monks' District.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Are you the head monk here?''
+*'''Head monk:''' ''Tell me who sent you. Before I call the guards.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''I am Yasuke. Kyonyo sent me. He has been expecting an update from you. And based on the dead man near your quarters, you are the next target.''
+*'''Head monk:''' ''I feared I was being targeted. Now we know for sure. If you help me, we can set a trap.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''What do you have in mind?''
+*'''Head monk:''' ''The building behind me is our best hope. I'll dismiss the guards. Draw him out. Extinguish all the lights. And we'll have our best chance.''
+[]
+*'''Head monk:''' ''Come. Follow me.''
+[]
+*'''Head monk:''' ''All of you. Gather around. I need your assistance.''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=To Kyonyo|Text=Some ronin passed by yesterday. They were asking around town about you. One of them looked at me like he knew me. I'm worried that someone might've told them something.}}
+[]
+*'''Head monk:''' ''Wait for nightfall. Extinguish every light. That is out best chance.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''I think that is the last of them. I will tell Kyonyo his immediate threats are dealt with.''
+[]
+*'''Head monk:''' ''Thank you, Yasuke. I will await word from Kyonyo.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Kyonyo and his soldiers.''
+[17:14-18:27][13]
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''It is time.''
+*'''Kyonyo:''' ''Then what are we waiting for?''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''We must do this together. Protect your father. I will go after Tsuchi-Gumo.''
+*'''Kyonyo:''' ''Good hunting.''
+[]
+*'''Tsuchi-Gumo:''' ''The ronin Yasuke. Fighting for the wrong man again.''
+[24:10-25:01][51]
-For this mission, we will separate into two groups. The first will be responsible for finding the safe's combination and sending it to the second group by carrier pigeon. The second group will need to locate the vault, open it and decode the documents once they receive the combination.
+*'''XXXX:''' ''XXXXXX''
-;Objectives
+===A Puzzlement===
-MAP A
+Two bickering men are on the brink of discovery - a discovery they think will make them rich.
-*1 Assassins must '''first''' get the safe's combination.
-*Then that Assassin or a different one must send the combination to group '''B'''.
-MAP B
-*Find the vault room. [!] Reveal 1 [special] card each time an Assassin enters a square containing a [special] token. You can then open the safe when you have received the combination sent by group '''A'''. ''Note: The safe is not a chest: It is not worth 1 XP, nor does it allow you to draw a card from the Chest deck.
-**1+ Skill cards have been used on Maps '''A''' AND '''B'''.
-;Debrief
+[]
-We decyphered the documents! They reveal that Doge Loredan is being blackmailed by the Templars.
+*'''Woman 1:''' ''One of the two idiots stepped right in my tea bush. Crushed all the leaves!''
+*'''Woman 2:''' ''Buffoons. One plucked plums from my tree, then said he was thirsty. I poured him water. Then threw it in his face.''
+*'''Woman 1:''' ''Good. They better stay away if they know what's good for them.''
+[]
+*'''Kinu:''' ''You should have pushed on that big rock.''
+*'''Kane:''' ''Idiot! We pushed on it six rocks ago!''
+*'''Kinu:''' ''No, I think six rocks ago it was this rock.''
+*'''Kane:''' [huffs] ''You were supposed to be taking notes!''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Listen to those two bicker.''
+[01:07-02:18][71]
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''They're trouble, Yasuke.''
+*'''Kane:''' ''We took some Igan millet and meat because we were starving. We could have died!''
+*'''Kinu:''' ''I told him we should have asked for it first.''
+*'''Kane:''' ''You're asking for it right now, lunkhead.''
+[02:49-03:23][34]
+[]
+*'''Kinu:''' ''They'll figure it out. The door will open.''
+*'''Kane:''' ''No thanks to you.''
+[]
+*'''Kinu:''' ''If you wear the ornament, something happens in certain places! I don't know where, or why, but... it does!''
+[]
+*'''Kane:''' ''When we were in the swamp east of here, that ornament thing really started acting up.''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Riddle of the Vault in Wakasa|Text=Near Kaiji's courtyard<br>Marshlands are full of treasure<br>Vaulting their secrets}}
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Hmm. The ornament is... glowing? It must be guiding me somewhere. And I think I'm close.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''The ornament feels alive!''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''So something about the ornament and this spot lights up a glyph. It is a mystery. I guess we'll go tell those two dunces the good news.''
+[]
+*'''Kinu:''' ''Hey. They lit up. Something's happening!''
+*'''Kane:''' ''In your brain? No. To the door? Yes!''
+[]
+*'''Kane:''' ''Did you do that? Make it glow?''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''We did.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''We're geniuses. Can we go now?''
+*'''Kane:''' ''While you were gone, Kinu and I got to talking.''
+*'''Kinu:''' ''We did?''
+*'''Kane:''' ''We're done being treasure hunters. We want to work for you two.''
+*'''Kinu:''' ''Oh. Yeah! We do!''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''No way.''
+[]
+*'''Kane:''' ''We've been on the run for months! Our sandals are thinner than dried kelp! You must have a camp. We can help you!''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''You two? In Iga, I beat you up with a stick.''
+*'''Kane:''' ''Then train us to be great like Yasuke – I mean, like you!''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''This is a waste of time. They have nothing to offer us.''
+*'''Kinu:''' ''We do have more scrolls.''
+*'''Kane:''' ''Oh yeah, a trade! Our riddle scrolls for a home.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''I don't trust them. They're half-wits.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''We offer help to those who cannot help themselves, remember? And if they are trouble, Tomiko will whip them into shape.''
+*'''Naoe:''' [sighs]
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Fine. But only if you pass a training test. Fail it, and you're out.''
+*'''Kinu:''' ''Yatta!''
+*'''Kane:''' ''We'll find a suitable place and report to duty. Here. A scroll to show we're serious.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''When did you become such a sap?''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''There is no crime against stupidity.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''There should be.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' [laughs] ''Come on. A mystery unfolds! You must be a little curious about what is behind the door.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''A little. Let's go "train" them.''
-The blackmailer has kidnapped one of his daughters and threatens to kill her if the Doge does not follow his orders. The first of these orders is for Loredan to oppose all of Pope Julius II's directives, by force if necessary. This explains why the Doge is attacking us and the Pope's forces! We must help the Doge by eliminating this blackmailer.
+===Teach a Dog New Kicks===
+Yasuke has some skills to pass on to Kane and Kinu in hopes of training them.
-====Memory 1.3====
+[]
-;Intro
+*'''Kane:''' ''I wonder what Yasuke the legendary has  in store for me.''
-We managed to identify the blackmailer, but, in a turn of events, he asked two of his bodyguards to take on his appearance. We will have to eliminate him one by one to make sure that the blackmailer has been neutralized. Let's start by climbing up to locate the three traitors. We will have to be extra careful because new Elite Guards trained in the detection of suspects are now patrolling the streets. They will detect us without fail!
+*'''Kinu:''' ''He could give you etiquette lessons?''
+*'''Kane:''' ''Your face needs etiquette lessons.''
+[]
+*'''Kane:''' ''We were just limbering up. I'm as flexible as any shinobi. Like a wet noodle!''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Please don't compare me to a noodle.''
+*'''Kane:''' ''We're ready to train if you're ready to teach.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''All right, let's start.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Now, when your weapon is occupied, you must rely on the strength of your own body. At times, a strong kick will do the job. Not only does it keep enemies from your vital core, but kick hard enough, and they will take flight.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Brace your stomach.''
+[]
+*'''Kinu:''' ''Oof.'' (whimpers)
+[]
+*'''Kane:''' ''I've been wanting to do that to him for years. Let me try!''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Square your hips. Ground yourself. Draw power from the earth.''
+[]
+*'''Kane:''' (braces)
+[]
+*'''Kane:''' ''Ow!'' (whimpers)
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Should have mentioned needing a backup plan when the enemy's twice your size.''
+*'''Kinu:''' ''I could use that lesson.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Good point. Want to show them how it is done?''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''The goal is to lift them off the ground. Send Kinu flying!''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''You can do better than that. Another!''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Try again!''
+[02:18-02:43][25]
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Make them fly!''
+[]
+*'''Kane:''' ''Aaaahhhhhh!''
+[]
+*'''Kinu:''' (giggles) ''Bye Kane!''
+[]
+*'''Kinu:''' ''Good one!''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''That probably hurt.''
+[03:08-03:49][41]
+[03:52-04:20][28]
-;Objectives
+===Headucation===
-*Synchronize at the top of the Tower to reveal the 3 Traitors, then assassinate them.
+It's Naoe's turn to help train Kinu and Kane - and she's determined to have some fun.
-**Eliminate 2+ Traitors by using Coordinated Attacks.
-;Debrief
+[]
-We just about did it! Thanks to our teamwork, the blackmailer has been eliminated.
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''It is a new day. I hope that Kinu and Kane are feeling better.''
-|}
+[]
+*'''Kinu:''' ''Please don't embarass me in front of miss Naoe.''
+*'''Kane:''' ''What? Does Kinu have an imaginary girlfriend now?''
+*'''Kinu:''' ''No, I just, you just... nevermind.''
+[]
+*'''Kinu:''' ''Reporting for training, great samurai.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''I guess that means you are feeling better. Are you ready?''
+*'''Kinu:''' ''Whenever you are, sir.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Let us begin.''
+[01:02-01:59][57]
+[]
+*'''Kinu:''' (chokes)
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Sorry, Kinu.''
+[02:07-02:28][21]
+[]
+*'''Kane:''' (chokes)
+*'''Naoe:''' ''You got him!''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''And down he goes. Let's keep practicing!''
+[02:53-03:15][22]
+[]
+*'''Kane:''' ''We've kicked, we've choked. What else is there?''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''I'm sure you're right. That must have thought you everything.''
+*'''Kane:''' ''So we're ready for the final test then!''
+*'''Kinu:''' ''You won't be disappointed, miss Naoe. Meet us here tomorrow. I need to lie down. Immediately.''
+[03:46-04:13][27]
-{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" width="100%" style="border:1px solid black; -moz-border-radius:2.5px; border-radius:2.5px; text-align:left; clear:both; font-size:90%
+===Battle of the Bests===
-! style="background:#ac33e8; -moz-border-radius:3.25px; border-radius:3.25px; color:White; font-size:110%" align="left" |Sequence 2
+The time has come to see all the skills that Kinu and Kane have learned. Will they be invited to join the Kakushiba ikki?
-|-
-|
-===Sequence 2===
-====Memory 2.1====
-;Intro
-It is time to upgrade our Headquarters. In order to do so, Ezio recommended that we rope in Leonardo da Vinci who happens to be travelling in Venice.
-Unfortunately, the City Guard wants to capture Leonardo and force him to build some of his famous war machinery. The ''Maestro'' has gone into hiding. We need to ask Salaì, his apprentice, to lead us to him.
+*'''Kane:''' ''This is it, Kinu. You wanna stop sleeping on the rocks? Get away from the macaques? That happens today. If... you don't mess it up.''
+*'''Kinu:''' (gulps)
+[]
+*'''Kane:''' ''To perform in front of you... it is an honor.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''You're laying it on a bit thick.''
+*'''Kane:''' ''I am a changed man, shinobi. Truly. Allow me and Kinu to show you what we will bring to your illustrious team.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''This will be interesting.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Do not say "I told you so."''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''I'm thinking it.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''They have charisma?''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''I thought they were bad, but turns out they're just stupid. And stupidity is not a crime.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''But it should be''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''We know Tomiko could use a hand. She hates mucking the horse stalls.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''They could handle that.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Maybe.''
+[02:16-03:45][89]
+[duel as naoe]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''All right, legendary samurai. Let's duel.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''You're not bad at this fighting thing.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Lord Nobunaga did not keep me around just to play Go.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''That explains why Junjiro always wins your games.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''I often let the disadvantaged win. You may see that yourself today!''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' (yawns)
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Don't start.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Then wake me up!''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' (grunts)
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Are you all right down there?''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Don't worry about me. Worry about your bruised ass tomorrow.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Hold still!''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Move faster, old man!''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Now you have done it.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Watch this!'' (grunts)
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' (laughs) ''That is the lesson I want to learn next!''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''You've got it.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''I'm pretty tough, huh?''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Eh.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''I am!''
+[]
+*'''Kane:''' ''They're pretty close, Kinu. Jealous?''
+[]
+*'''Kinu:''' ''No! Please! Don't kiss her!''
+[07:05-08:52][107]
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''They better not make me live to regret this. But the Hideout will be livelier. Maybe I'll go there and ask Yasuke for another duel.''
-But the guards have captured Salaì! He will never resist their interrogation methods...
+=Typing=
+==Main game==
+;The Yokai
+[00:14-01:25][71]
+[14:27-15:09][42]
-We must first free the little devil, who's tied up and held up in a private Palace, then climb to the top of the tower to find the best way to get Salaì out. What's more, the guards threatened him with reprisal, if he agreed to follow us! We will have to watch him closely.
+;Yamabushi Imposters
+[00:20-01:20][60]
+[18:57-19:50][53]
-;Objectives
+;The Pirate Alliance
-*Free Salaì. Then replace the [3 Objective tokens] with his miniature.<br>Synchronize at the top of the Tower to find an exit, then escort Salaì and make him leave the Map. '''If Salaì is Eliminated, the Memory is failed.'''
+[10:48-11:30][42]
-**The Guards must not find any Bodies.
+[36:28-37:21][53]
-;Debrief
+;The Hunters of Kyonyo
-Now that Salaì is out of harm's way, he leads us to his master's secret workshop.
+[24:10-25:01][51]
+[17:14-18:27][73]
-An emissary of the Brotherhood was discreetly received by the Doge, who seems to have promised, in the name of the old relations he maintains with the Assassins, that Leonardo da Vinci should no longer be harrassed.
+;The Tournament
+[00:15-01:07][52]
+[02:37-03:30][53]
+[16:17-17:20][63]
-====Memory 2.2====
+;The Winter Raiders
-;Intro
+[01:52-02:50][58]
-The guards refuse to obey the Doge's orders and surrounded the inventor's workshop. Something is happening in the ''Palazzo Ducale'', beyond the blackmail events...
+[03:04-03:54][50]
+[04:27-05:07][40]
-It seems the Venice guard is no longer controlled by the Doge! Niccolò di Pitigliano, a ''condottiere'' on Templar payroll, took the guard under his heel. He has every intention of forcing Leonardo da Vinci to build war machines. The ''Maestro'' must not fall into the hands of the Templars. We have to push them back long enough for him to finish building his defensive tank.
+==Post launch==
+===l30===
+;The Lesson
+[12:52-13:17][25]
+*'''XXXXX:''' ''XXXXX''
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+*'''XXXXX:''' ''XXXXX''
+*'''XXXXX:''' ''XXXXX''
+*'''XXXXX:''' ''XXXXX''
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+[19:08-19:30][22]
-There is one cannon left in an annex to the workshop. If we manage to retrieve it, Leonardo will add it to the tank and increase its firepower for later use.
+;Teach a Dog New Kicks
+[02:18-02:43][25]
+[03:52-04:20][28]
-;Objectives
+;Headucation
-*'''1.''' Protect Leonardo in his workshop (the 2 squares with [special] tokens) for 5 turns. '''If Leonardo is Eliminated, or if an Assassin escorts him out of his workshop before the end of the 5 turns, the Memory is failed.'''
+[02:07-02:28][21]
-*'''2.''' Then escort Leonardo da Vinci to a Fast Travel Station and have him exit the Map.
+[02:53-03:15][22]
-Optional Objective:
+[03:46-04:13][27]
-*You can recover the missing cannon to improve the tank's firepower. [!] After completing this Objective, take the '''Special Equipment''' card next to the Map. Don't hesitate to use it during your mission! '''Permanently discard''' this Special Equipment card after leaving the Map.
-**Eliminate 2+ Guards with 1+ [Hidden Blades] after throwing a smoke bomb on their square. ''Note: A Guard Eliminate by a Poison Blade who would have Eliminated 1 Crossbowman before falling unlocks this 100% Sync.''
-;Debrief
+===l40===
-Leonardo da Vinci is safe and sound, well done! The ''Maestro'' has always been generous, he proves it once again by gifting us with a reward.
+;The Lesson
+[14:09-14:49][40]
+[24:06-24:46][40]
+*'''Meiran:''' (breathes)
+*'''Naoe:''' ''The legend was true.''
+*'''Meiran:''' ''Unfortunately for them. They heard the legend and believed they'd claim pounds of silver from a legend well past his prime.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''So, you were trying to lose them in the woods.''
+*'''Meiran:''' ''I hoped they would give up the chase. Alas...''
+[]
+*'''XXXXX:''' ''XXXXX''
+*'''XXXXX:''' ''XXXXX''
+*'''XXXXX:''' ''XXXXX''
+*'''XXXXX:''' ''XXXXX''
+*'''XXXXX:''' ''XXXXX''
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+*'''XXXXX:''' ''XXXXX''
+*'''XXXXX:''' ''XXXXX''
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+*'''XXXXX:''' ''XXXXX''
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+*'''XXXXX:''' ''XXXXX''
-Unfortunately his workshop fell into the hands of the Pitigliano guards. The genius agreed to join our Headquarters' workshop. He is now busy putting the finishing touches to a new tank with cannons.
+;A Puzzlement
+[02:49-03:23][34]
-Rumors are growing about an aggressive intervention by the Venetian navy against our forces. A tank might be a useful weapon for our defense.
+===o40===
+;The Lesson
+[09:43-10:30][47]
-====Memory 2.3====
+;A Puzzlement
-;Intro
+[01:07-02:18][71]
-It is confirmed, Pitigliano's guards took control of the Venetian navy's arsenal. It seems they have laid their hands on an experimental weapon: A naval cannon that puts our headquarters at risk.
-We will have to use our best tactics in combination with Leonardo da Vinci's tank in order to retrieve the naval cannon and protect our Headquarters.
+;Teach a Dog New Kicks
+[03:08-03:49][41]
-The tank did not go unnoticed in the streets of Venice and the Alert was triggered!
+;Headucation
+[01:02-01:59][57]
-;Objectives
+;Battle of the Bests
-*Eliminate the Naval Cannon's Crossbowman with a [Hidden Blade]. Take control of the Naval Cannon (0 [action cube]) and make it exit through the canal square with a white triangle (1 [action cube]) '''provided that no Guards are on the square.''' The piloting Assassing leaves the Map with the Naval Canon.
+[02:16-03:45][89]
-*Make the Tank exit the Map through the street square with a white triangle (1 [action cube]) '''provided that no Guards are on the square.''' The piloting Assassing leaves the Map with the Tank.<br>Any Assassin who left the Map with a Machine can come back onto the Map '''on the next turn''' in a square containing a Fast Travel Station a white triangle (0 [action cube]).<br>''Note: Any remaining Assassin on the Map must use a Fast Travel Station to leave.''
+[07:05-08:52][107]
-**During the same turn, Eliminate at least twice as many Guards as the total of Assassins in play.
-;Debrief
+==Last Update==
-Not only did we manage to neutralize the naval cannon, we even managed to recover it. After a few repairs, we should be able to use it against the Templars... We have also successfully protected Leonardo da Vinci's Tank.
+===A Disturbance in Kii===
+Yuasa, Kii
+NOTE: IT'S A FEATURED EVENT FOR SOME GOD FORSAKEN REASON???????????????????????????????
-====Memory 2.4====
+[]
-;Intro
+*'''Hana:''' ''[[wikt:父上#Japanese|Chichiue]], let's go see, let's go see!''
-We have a growing problem with the Venice Guard. Let's try to set a meeting with Pitigliano, the ''condotierre'' who seems to have taken control of the city guard. As he refuses to talk to us directly, Ezio suggested that we go through our ally Niccolò Machiavelli, who has always been an efficient go-between.
+*'''Tsuyoshi:''' ''Of course, my child.''
+*'''Hana:''' ''I wanna get really close!''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''I have seen many strange beasts during my travels! Some scary. Some dangerous. And if what you tell me is true, you will be rewarded with those same fantastic beasts!''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Are you sure this is where you saw those strange kanji?''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Very well, then—a deal is a deal... Here it is!''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Behold the European brown bear—a frightening beast as tall as two men standing on each other' shoulders!'' [growls]
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''And this is the mighty African leopard! Leopards are clever creatures. They circle around their prey and stalk them from behind... Slowly... Silently... They say you can feel their breath on the nape of your neck right before they strike...'' [roars]
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''This sword belonged to my grandfather—and to his great-grandfather before him. It is said to have acquired a singular thirst for blood during the Holy Crusades... If it's all the same to you, I'd prefer a civilized conversation.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''You are Templar.''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Oh, I am much more than that, I assure you.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Alright. Talk...''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Allow me to introduce myself. I am Sir Eamon Hathaway. And of course, you are Fujibayashi Naoe and the one they call... Diogo, was it?''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Yasuke.''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Of course—Yasuke. Pray, forgive me. I must admit I was surprised to hear about Assassins in Japan. There was no mention of your Brotherhood at the Synod. Ah. You have no idea what I’m talking about, do you? Pity. Trading barbs with mortal enemies is one of life's great pleasures.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''What do you want, Templar?''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''To business, then.''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''For your transgressions against the Order, I am here to kill you both.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Nuno Caro and Duarte de Melo deserved to die twenty times over!''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''I assure you, I do not personally mourn their loss. Few things try my patience more than cleaning up after lesser men—let alone lesser Templars.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Well, people who speak in riddles try my patience, so start making sense.''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''However. A greater purpose calls me from these shores. One that might even sway me from killing you.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''You would share the same fate—''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Yasuke. Not here.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' [sighs]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Once I acquire what I seek, we will sail away from this place, never to return. You have my word.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''The worthless word of a Templar...''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''We?''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''I beg your pardon?''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''You said "we" – who else is with you?''
+*'''Eamon:''' [chuckles] ''Well, there's this drunk Chinese captain in dire need of a new ship, for one... Most likely drowning his sorrows at this hour.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Any other Templars we should worry about?''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''After what you and your Assassin friend have done, you will both have to worry about Templars for the rest of your lives...''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Second mistake.''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''My dear girl, if the signing of your death warrant is no concern to you—''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Not that part—the part where you assumed I was an Assassin.'' [chuckles]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Is something amusing?''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''You were right—trading barbs with mortal enemies is pretty fun.''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''This is my offer: keep to yourselves and we will be out of your hair in no time. But stand between me and my goal, and we will kill you both. Farewell, Assassin—or however you call yourself.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''I am kakushiba-ikki.''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''And I am Black Cross.''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Come, children! Who wants me to carve an elephant?''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''We can't allow him to take whatever he wants.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Agreed. Perhaps we should look for that ship captain he mentioned?''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''My thoughts exactly.''
+[play as yasuke]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''I will alert you if I find any leads.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Yasuke? Are you okay?''
+*'''Yasuke:''' [sighs] ''I will be... Templars have a way of getting to me...''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Let me help you this time.''
+[]
-But Pitigliano is corrupt and he demands a pretty penny. No way are we gonna pay this scoundrel with our money! We will take funds directly from his Guard's chests and he will not suspect a thing! Machiavelli has managed to steal the keys of the two chests, we just have to retrieve them, then discreetly approach the chests and steal their contents. We will entrust the sum to Machiavelli, who will take care of paying Pitigliano.
+===Black Tides===
+Yuasa, Kii
-;Objectives
+[]
-*'''1.''' An Assassins must '''first''' talk to Niccolò Machiavelli to collect the chests' keys.
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''A Black Cross, uh... I will kill as many Templars as they dare send here.''
-*'''2.''' The Assassins must then recover the contents of the 2 chests.<br>At the same time or after, escort Machiavelli and have him leave the Map by using a Fast Travel Station. ''Note: This does not earn you any XP.'' '''If Machiavelli is Eliminated, this Memory is a failure.'''
+[]
-**Do not enter any roof.
+*'''Drunken captain:''' ''What is a ship captain without a ship.'' [hiccups] ''Like a bird without wings. A fish without gills.'' [burps] ''Like a ship captain without sake! I am a nobody. But at least I am not alone. At least I have you, cheap, watered sake. You are my only friend.'' [hiccups] ''It's so watered down, I am probably still sober. What a waste of my last mon.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''This is going to be challenging.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Excuse me, would you happen to be a ship captain by any chance?''
+*'''Drunken captain:''' ''Not at this particular moment, no.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''My friend and I are looking for—''
+*'''Drunken captain:''' ''Look here, lady—my cup is empty... You want to talk? Fill it up.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''How long have you been working for the Templar Order?''
+*'''Drunken captain:''' [laugh] ''Let's play a game. You make a statement, and if true—I drink. If false, you drink... First one to the bottom loses the game but either way, you buy.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Bring it on.''
+*'''Naoe:''' [sighs]
+[]
+*'''Drunken captain:''' ''All right, I'll start... You, my friend, are not from Japan!''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Very observant...''
+[]
+<tabber>
+|-|You are a Pirate=
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''You are a pirate—and a very bad one at that.''
+*'''Drunken captain:''' ''How dare you. I am no pirate. I am chartered captain. Drink!''
+|-|You are a Templar=
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''You are a Templar...''
+*'''Drunken captain:''' [laughs] ''I am no Templar; my only allegiance is to gold. Drink!''
+</tabber>
+[]
+*'''Drunken captain:''' ''Those Templars paid well but their maps were garbage! And now my ship is wrecked! You can still see her listing on the rocks when traveling the Iseji Trails... My turn: you two have something against Templars, don't you?''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Now, about your wrecked ship.''
+<tabber>
+|-|You wrecked because you were drunk=
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''You wrecked your ship because you were too drunk!''
+*'''Drunken captain:''' ''I've been drunk since I was a baby'' [laugh] ''but you're wrong! Drink!''
+|-|You are bad at reading maps=
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Their maps were probably decent – you are just bad at reading them!''
+*'''Drunken captain:''' ''I can read maps! But I'll never trust English or Dutch maps again: only the Portuguese know these water half-decently... Drink!''
+</tabber>
+[]
+*'''Drunken captain:''' ''But enough about me! Your gorgeous wife here is probably a terrible cook!'' [laughs]
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''I am not his wife!''
+*'''Yasuke:''' [laughs]
+*'''Drunken captain:''' [laughs] ''Oh, so she's available?''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Okay, enough. We have what we want—let's go.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Wait. One more question.''
+<tabber>
+|-|The Templars are looking for an object=
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''The Templars came here looking for an object...''
+*'''Drunken captain:''' ''Wrong! They are looking for a place!''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' [burp] ''Empty... I am beaten...''
+*'''Drunken captain:''' [laughs]
+|-|The Templars are looking for a place=
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Your Templar passengers came here looking for a place, have they not?''
+*'''Drunken captain:''' ''Oh yes—they’re looking all right.''
+[]
+*'''Drunken captain:''' [gulps] ''Empty...''
+*'''Yasuke:''' [laughs]
+</tabber>
+[]
+*'''Drunken captain:''' ''Now if you'll excuse me... Drink goes in, drink goes out!'' [laughs]
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Wait – we need to know more about that place!''
+[]
+*'''Drunken captain:''' ''Stop! Or else...''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Or else!?''
+[]
+*'''Drunken captain:''' ''Big mistake, lady... You don't scare Captain Yang!''
+[]
+*'''Captain Yang:''' ''I lost everything—why do you want to take more?!''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''What are Templars looking for?''
+[]
+*'''Captain Yang:''' ''The more I drink, the less it hurts!''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Let's put that to the test.''
+[]
+*'''Captain Yang:''' ''I yield! No more!''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Are you ready to talk calmly, now?''
+[]
+*'''Captain Yang:''' ''Fine—I'll tell you what you want to hear... Eh... What was it you wanted to hear?''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''The place the Templars are looking for?''
+*'''Captain Yang:''' ''Oh, right, right—the old man—Sir Hathaway, he's called—he’s been searching for a long time, see... It’s a place he called the Obverzk... The Obterze... Hum... Oh—the Observatory!!! That's it, that's what he called it!! A place of mysterious powers—he had a big chest full of documents he kept locked in his cabin—''
+[dead]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Up there on the roof!''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''On it!''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''They're bleeding. I can track them.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Even injured, they move pretty fast.''
+[]
+*'''Masked killer:''' ''This belongs to you.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''There, blood stains.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Ah! It's just a dog.''
+*'''Masked killer:''' ''Why don’t you listen and turn back?''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Why don't you come out and find out?''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Blood. I'm close.''
+[]
+*'''Hana:''' ''Please, stop! Don't hurt him!''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''It's okay! I'm not going to hurt you.''
+[]
+*'''Masked killer:''' ''I told Eamon you two wouldn't listen. He thinks people are reasonable...''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Let him go.''
+*'''Masked killer:''' ''Listen carefully. This man will bleed out and die in seconds unless you save him.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Look, whatever you think you're doing—''
+[]
+*'''Masked killer:''' ''Face it, Assassin. You're simply outclassed.''
+[]
+*'''Hana:''' ''Father!''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Hold on, I've got you...''
+*'''Hana:''' ''Help him! Please help him!''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Hey—Hey! I’m not letting him die, okay?''
+*'''Hana:''' ''O-okay. Okay. Thank you, miss.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Naoe, are you there?''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''In here!''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''I tried to keep up, but...''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''She got away.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''She... She cut him open just to get away?''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''She has the same cloak as the old man.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Two Black Crosses...''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Go with my friend, he'll take care of you.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Hey there! Your father is safe now. What is your name?''
+*'''Hana:''' ''Hana.'' [beat] ''You are Yasuke, yes?''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''The woman disappeared without leaving a trail... What's our next move?''
+*'''Yasuke:''' [sighs] ''First, I need water… Then we look for Yang's ship: we might find clues in the wreckage.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Yang said it could be seen from Iseji Trails!''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Who should take point?''
+[play as yasuke]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''I will go. I could use the fresh air.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Okay—I'll see that this man is taken care of and join you later.''
-;Debrief
+===Double-Crossed===
-Thanks to our intervention, Machiavelli was able to pay Pitigliano (with his own money!). A meeting is scheduled. Suspicion is the name of the game, but if we could convince Pitigliano that we are of no danger to him, we could devote our resources to developing the Headquarters and helping the Brotherhood more effectively.
+Naoe and Yasuke must investigate Captain Yang's shipwreck for any clues that lead to the Black Cross.
+Iseji Trails, Kii
-Machiavelli understands the challenges that the Brotherhood is facing and offers to help us strengthen our headquarters. Great news! As a pledge of his collaboration, he offers us his famous wheeled pistol!
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''There it is. The Black Cross shipwreck.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Scavengers on the beach.''
+[]
+*'''Scavenger:''' ''Anything you find, you take!''
+[]
+*'''Scavenger:''' ''Hey! We got here first! This stuff's ours!''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Your New Mission|Text=I remain grateful for your dedication and enthusiasm in your search for the Observatory and I regret that I must redirect your efforts towards a matter of some urgency.<br><br>Our operations in the Japans continue to suffer at the hands of an individual known as "Diogo." He, and all who aid him, must be eliminated so that we may continue to protect humanity from itself.<br><br>May the Father of Understanding guide you.<br><br>– M.}}
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''They are here because of me... I cannot let anyone suffer the consequences of my actions.''
+[]
+{{IUNote|Title=Captain Yang's Log|Text=Day 3 at Sea<br>Took two passengers in Macau headed for the Japans. Fancy. Rich. They provided maps. European-made. They also have brandy. Might confiscate it.<br><br>Day 27 at Sea<br>China coast still on port side. European maps unreliable in these waters. Brandy is great stuff though.<br><br>Day 43 at Sea<br>Boarded by pirates. Passengers killed them all! Old man is fearsome but the woman is scarier, laughing as she bled them dry.<br><br>Day 57 at Sea<br>I hear them whispering at night. They speak of impossible things. Out of grog. Out of Brandy. All I have are nightmares of that woman killing pirates.<br><br>Day 62 at Sea<br>The Japans finally in sight. Passengers eager to disembark. I’m eager to get rid of them.  Approaching at high tide tomorrow.<br><br>Day 63 at Sea<br>Terrible maps! Hit an unmarked reef. Taking on water. Abandoning ship. I’m going to go get drunk now.}}
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''They fended off pirates... Those Black Cross seem to know how to fight.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Captain Yang said the Black Cross kept their documents in a chest. This might lock it.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''The chest must have gone down into the water.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''I'll go look for it?''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Good. There may be more for me to find here.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Got to keep searching. It must be around here.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Focus Naoe. Deep breaths!''
+[]
+{{IUNote
+|Title=Eamon's Journal: My Mission
+|Text=March 4th, 1552<br><br>The Inner Sanctum has bestowed upon me a great honour, the exalted rank of Templar Black Cross.<br><br>My father remained as stoic as ever when he presented me with the Hathaway family sword. When he put it into my hands, he made me promise to fulfill a mission he could not: to find a mysterious precursor site known as The Observatory.<br><br>I will not fail him. I shall embody the Order’s ideals in words and deeds. I shall uncover the secrets of Those Who Came Before for the sake of all our peaceful tomorrows.<br><br>May the Father of Understanding guide me.}}
-|}
+{{IUNote
+|Title=Eamon's Journal: Marrakech
+|Text=June 8th, 1555<br><br>Every attempt to locate the Observatory or a Piece of Eden, ends with me standing empty-handed, surrounded by evidence of Kassandra’s presence. It happened on the Isle of Skye and the Ionian Isles. Now in Marrakech.<br><br>Yet something is different. The Scottish cave contained a pedestal, where a Piece of Eden once rested, long since removed. The vault in Marrakesh contained an Isu axe, devoid of power. I cannot shake the feeling that the axe was placed here recently, perhaps to placate the avarice of lesser men.<br><br>Could Kassandra still be alive? The idea seems to be laughable. And yet...}}
-{| class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" width="100%" style="border:1px solid black; -moz-border-radius:2.5px; border-radius:2.5px; text-align:left; clear:both; font-size:90%
+{{IUNote
-! style="background:#b01cea; -moz-border-radius:3.25px; border-radius:3.25px; color:White; font-size:110%" align="left" |Sequence 3
+|Title=Eamon's Journal: Beijing
-|-
+|Text=November 13, 1578<br><br>Infiltrated the Beijing Synod called by Shao Jun. The Chinese Mentor is a frail old thing, yet her mind remains as sharp as ever. Alas, we could not get close enough to kill her. In attendance was a scholar who believed a precursor temple exists on Japan’s main island. He offered as proof his hand-drawn reproductions of mysterious symbols and glyphs.<br><br>I acquired the illustrations while Nirmala disposed of the scholar with great enthusiasm. Could this be the Observatory? I will make my way there in due course. Perhaps I can finally put Kassandra’s nonsense behind me.}}
-|
-===Sequence 3===
-====Memory 3.1====
-;Intro
-Pitigliano reluctantly accepted to speak to us. However, he has not ordered his guards to stand down. We will have to approach him, then take the time to convince him.
-Needless to say, Pitigliano will only agree to listen to us if the alert is neutralized. But if he ever sees us when the alert is triggered, he will assume that we are hostile to him and will not do us any favors. In that case, confrontation will be inevitable.
+[MEANWHILE...]
+*'''Masked killer:''' ''You move well for someone your size.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''You cut down an innocent man back there...''
+*'''Masked killer:''' ''People can be many things – but innocent is rarely one of them.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''So you are a Black Cross, like the old man...''
+*'''Masked killer:''' ''I am Nirmala, from the island of Java. And you...''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''I am Yasuk—''
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''—are a dead man!''
+[She charged him with a ''{{Wiki|kama-yari}}'' but he dodged]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Tsk. Templar scum.''
+[]
+{{IUNote
+|Title=Nirmala's Promotion
+|Text=Sir Hathaway,<br><br>I confess to being skeptical when you took that young orphan under your wing. How delightful it is to be proven wrong. The Inner Sanctum hereby grants Nirmala the rank of Black Cross.<br><br>Please continue to train her as you see fit so that she may bring Order and Understanding to an increasingly chaotic world. I look forward to watching Nirmala’s progress in the future. I hope you are as proud of your acolyte as I am of you.<br><br>May the Father of Understanding guide you both.<br>– M.
+}}
-If we can talk to him, we might be able to convince him to give us more leeway...
+{{IUNote
+|Title=Sketched Glyphs
+|Text=This paper showcases a number of sketched glyphs—likely drawn by the Black Cross themselves. Clearly they are being studied and sought out.
+}}
+[]
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''I will bleed you dry!''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Shut your mouth!''
+[]
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''You are slowing down, big man.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Do you ever shut up?''
+[]
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''You move well—but I move better!''
+*'''Yasuke:''' [growls]
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Not so glib now...''
+[]
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''Now you di—''[chokes]
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Overconfident. Like all Templars I have defeated...''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Ah. Nirmala. How many times must I warn you against being so impulsive?''
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''I have everything under control!''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''He has you figured out and so you've lost the advantage.''
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''I can handle him, Eamon.''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Be that as it may...''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''...we have more important business to attend to.''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Where is the Assassin?''
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''She dove into the wreck.''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Does he have the keystone?''
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''It's on his belt!''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''You've changed your mind about killing us, then?''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''You have something we need.''
+[]
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''How is he still standing?!''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Now!''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''No...''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''I see now why they sent for us.''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Have it your way, then.''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''The keystone?''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Yes—Yes! This is it!''
+[]
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''Leave him. He'll be dead in moments and the girl won't pursue us if she's trying to save his life.''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Cruel... But efficient. Well played.''
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''I like keeping you on your toes, old man.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Yasuke... Yasuke!''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Hey, hey—it’s okay, I’m here.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''The ornament... I could... not find... an opening...''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''No... No no no no no—stay with me, come on, stay with me... Come on Yasuke, stay with me…. Don't do this—you have to stay with me, please... Somebody help! Come on big man, stay with me… We'll fix you up in no time… No, no no no—Yasuke! Yasuke!''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Where am I? What is this? I am... defeated. But am I dead? No. Not dead. But I am dying.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Someone over there... Is that... Is that my mother? This path began with my mother's murder...''
+[flashback]
+*'''Diogo:''' ''Mother!'' [cries] ''Mama. Mama...''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''You have been avenged, Mama. There is so much to tell you about. I wonder what you will say to me, Mama. If you are proud of the man I became.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''There, in the distance... Lord Nobunaga! Lord Nobunaga forged me into the warrior I became.''
+[flashback]
+*'''Oda Nobunaga:''' ''What's more, you have earned your place next to me. As a samurai.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Your betrayer also lies dead, my friend. Perhaps we will soon share tea together.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''There must be more for me to see here. Over there. It looks like... Yes, I remember this moment very well.''
+[flashback]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Naoe, Junjiro, you have showed me forgiveness and compassion. You have made me a better man.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''You still want to walk beside me? Follow this wind wherever it takes us?''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''I will miss you both. Thank you, my friends... Not my friends: my family. I cannot leave you behind. Not yet!''
+*'''Shadow Yasuke:''' ''Death has already won.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Then I will defeat it too, if I must.''
+[]
+*'''Shadow Yasuke:''' ''It is time for us to rest. Our fight is over.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''No doubt I will die in combat one day. But it will not be today.''
+[]
+*'''Shadow Yasuke:''' ''Not today.''
-;Objectives
+===Buried Secrets===
-When you are on Pitigliano's square:
+Naoe and Rufino tracked Eamon and Nirmala to the mysterious cave in Wakasa.
-*'''If the Alert State is [inactive]:''' Convince Pitigliano.
-OR
-*'''If the Alert State is [active]:''' Get rid of him.
-**Eliminate 1+ Brutes with 1+ Trap Bombs.
-;Debrief
+[]
-'''You managed to convince Pitigliano (without eliminating him)'''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''This "Observatory"—what do you think it is?''
-Well done! Pitigliano promised to put a stop to the actions of his brutes against us and the Headquarters. This should give us more freedom of movement and consolidate our position in the neighbourhood.
+*'''Rufino:''' ''I don’t know, but putting an observatory underground is strange, if you ask me.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Perhaps it’s a code name for something else?''
+*'''Rufino:''' ''Hm, I don’t think so... Templars are usually quite literal.''
+[]
+*'''Rufino:''' ''This is easy! You shinobis have such an easy job.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Sitting at the Hideout is much more dangerous.''
+*'''Rufino:''' ''Yes, well... Tomiko lives there.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Good point.''
+[]
+*'''Rufino:''' ''This place is...''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Almost magical?''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''We have to get up there—can you manage that?''
+*'''Rufino:''' ''What? All the way up there!?
+*'''Naoe:''' ''If the old Black Cross could do it, so can you!''
+*'''Rufino:''' ''Well... Ladies first.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''There must be another one close by.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Come on, where is it...''
+[]
+*'''Rufino:''' ''You need to stand on that, uh... glowy... thing.''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Hold this position.''
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''Eamon...''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''What?''
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''When was the last time you ate something?''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Just... Stand guard here...''
+[]
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''I see you, Assassin!''
+*'''Naoe:''' (frustrated) [grunts] <!-- Yes, one is with parenthesis and the other, brackets -->
+*'''Rufino:''' ''Go ahead, I'll cover you.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Got it.''
+*'''Rufino:''' ''Still, be careful out there. Else I am terrified of what Yasuke will do to me.''
+[]
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''There you are.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''You can't hold me off forever.''
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''Oh, I can't wait 'til you get here.''
+[]
+*'''Rufino:''' ''She's above you!''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Stay here. She's mine!''
+*'''Rufino:''' ''Go! I'll provide cover fire!''
+[]
+*'''Rufino:''' ''Get ready. Go!''
+[]
+*'''Rufino:''' ''Hold on, I'm reloading!''
+[]
+*'''Rufino:''' ''Get ready to move... Now!''
+[]
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''Stay still, would you?''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Try again!''
+*'''Nirmala:''' [growls]
+[]
+*'''Rufino:''' ''Naoe! Don't go in alone! Naoe!''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Stand and fight, you coward!''
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''I killed your friend. What chance do you have?''
+[]
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''How many more need to die before you learn?''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Two more. Starting with you!''
+*'''Nirmala:''' [scoffs]
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''You should never have come here!''
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''You're starting to annoy me!''
+[]
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''Just you and me, Assassin!''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''I'll make this quick.''
+[]
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''Take that!''
+*'''Naoe:''' [scoffs] ''...that all you got?''
+[]
+*'''Nirmala:''' [grunts]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''That was for Yasuke.''
+[]
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''Eamon! I could use your help here!''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''He can't help you...''
+[]
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''Eamon? Have you found the Observatory?''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''It's not here.''
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''It has to be! The signs—''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''It no longer matters! It seems our purpose here is to clean up a mess after all.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''What were you looking for?''
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''Nothing a dead woman will care about.''
+[]
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''Eamon—''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Focus!''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' [yells]
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Don't relent, Nirmala.''
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''She's almost done.''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Fight!''
+[]
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''She's spent—we got her!''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''I did warn you not to put yourself in my way. Farewell, dear girl.''
+[]
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''He—he survived!? Looks like I get the pleasure of killing you after all...''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Not so fast, Templar.''
+*'''Nirmala:''' ''Don't worry, you’re next.''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Nirmala!''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Face it, Templar. You're simply outclassed.''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''No!''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''I'm here, child...''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''What have you done?!''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Can you fight?''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Can you?''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''We can take him down together.''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''By the Father of Understanding, I will drown you in your own blood!''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Keep going, Naoe!''
+*'''Naoe:''' [effort]
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Together now!''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' [yells]
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Almost there.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Keep pushing!''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Are you all right?''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''I'm fine! Don't stop!''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' [screams] ''No!''
+[]
+*'''Eamon:''' ''I am so sorry, my child... Twelve years I've sailed the world with Nirmala... She was as close to a daughter as I ever had... Now she lies, her potential... unrealized. Dead at the blade of a would-be Assassin who knows nothing of their creed, and a warrior who brushes off mortal wounds like... You are one of them, aren't you.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''This belongs to me.'' [effort]
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''What's this?''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Something [[Kassandra|she]] left behind.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''The woman from the statue.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Kassandra.''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Spoke to you, did she? She does that. It is a consolation prize.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''If this place isn't the Observatory, then what is it? What have you found back there?''
+*'''Eamon:''' [sighs] ''One of the pillars that holds up the world.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''And you did not retrieve it?''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Retrieve it!? Perhaps it was meant to be touched by your hands rather than mine.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Good. One less bit of power for Templars to claim as their own.''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''We do not seek power for ourselves, but rather for humanity's sake. To ensure mankind's dominion over a world that was never ours to begin with!''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''This is why Templars are after the imperial regalia – because they thought they held ancient powers that would gain them control over Japan.''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''Nuno Caro was a fool. Had these objects been true Pieces of Eden, a Black Cross would have been tasked with their retrieval...''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Templars, Black Cross—you fail all the same.''
+*'''Eamon:''' ''I pity you, Fujibayashi Naoe... You've stumbled into a war that’s been waged since before recorded time. Fought across a world that’s even bigger than you could imagine. And this buried place is just a glimpse of the horrible, beautiful secrets that lie just beneath the skin of the world... If you could only know what I know... you would... see...''
+[]
+*'''Rufino:''' ''What is that?''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''The pillar that holds up the world. It's... beautiful.''
+[]
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Do not touch it! I cannot explain, but something deep inside me says that there is danger here.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Kassandra wrote that such places were never meant for mortals. It’s probably best not to touch what we do not understand.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''We need to leave this place.''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Very well.''
+[]
+*'''Yasukane:''' ''He's dead. He's dead. I know it.''
+*'''Kinu:''' ''I thought he was invincible?''
+*'''Yasukane:''' ''He is! He's just... Did you see how big that sword was?''
+[]
+*'''Kinu:''' ''Miss Naoe! Miss Naoe! Miss... Hello.''
+[]
+*'''Yasukane:''' ''You are back, great samurai, sir—and completely alive, too!''
+*'''Yasuke:''' [laughs] ''Mostly alive. Thank you for helping me get here, my friends.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''What are you thinking?''
+[]
+*'''Yasukane:''' ''It'll be closed forever!''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Exactly. The Templars will never find it.  No one will.''
+*'''Yasukane:''' ''Good thing we got most of the treasures out of there.''
+[]
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Oh no – wait...''
+[]
+*'''Kinu:''' ''Oh that's pretty!''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''Maybe I should've left it in there.''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''Hm...''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''You have an idea?''
+*'''Yasuke:''' ''What better way to keep it out of the Templars' hands than to pass it on to their mortal enemies?''
+*'''Naoe:''' ''You think we should contact the Brotherhood of Assassins. Maybe. Maybe one day we'll seek them out. Wherever they are.''
+[]
+*'''MOD:''' ''Hello? Can you hear me? If you're looking for more action, I've designed a special little something, just for you. Look for the floaty Animus bits above a mountain in Yamato. That's where you'll find me.''
+[]
-'''You got rid of Pitigliano'''
+===Horizon===
-Violence is always a remedy. We, Assassins, are well aware. While we left Pitigliano at death's door, his brutes managed to drag him out at the very last moment.
+[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qrNyXopIRT4 here]
-====Memory 3.2====
+The guide needs help with what may be their final stand against Ego.
-;Intro
-During our previous mission, we overheard a conversation between Pitigliano and one of his messengers: The Templars are about to locate an "artifact" of utmost importance. Ezio thinks it could be a Piece of Eden. If Templars get hold on one of those Pieces, humanity's fate could be changed forever.
-As the messenger is on his way to inform his superiors, we must intercept and assassinate him! We will then obtain information on the nature of this "artifact".
+Hashigui-iwa, Kii
-;Objectives
+*'''The Eagle:''' ''Me again. That thing we found earlier in the Rift? It's becoming more clear to me what it is! Let's go.''
-*Eliminate the Messenger AND search his Body to get the artifact. '''If he reaches the square in contact with the Enemy Entrance D, the Memory is a failure.'''
+[]
-**1+ Assassins were Hunted on 2 consecutive squares by 1+ Guards.
+:37-00:43
+:48-00:55
+:01-01:35
+:43-
-;Debrief
+==Hm==
-The messenger has been eliminated! He was carrying a note confirming that the Templars located a powerful artifact from an ancient lost civilization: One of the Staves of Eden. It is known for its power of control over humans and must be protected at all costs. We need to locate the Staff and prevent the Templars from getting their hands on it. We only have one clue: a ''Dottore'' in the San Polo district has information about the Staff.
+<tabber>
+|-|Yggdrasil=
+The Isu were wiped out by a great catastrophe, but their influence continued to be felt throughout our myths and legends. One of these is Yggdrasil, the World Tree from Norse mythology. The real version was an Isu supercomputer which did all kinds of weird stuff.
-====Memory 3.3====
+For one thing, it generated a never-ending combat simulation that inspired the afterlife in Norse mythology. For another, it could upload a digital copy of a user's mind.
-;Intro
-According to our contacts, the ''Dottore'' we are looking for was seen near the ''Ponte delle Guglie'', but he seems to have been warned and will probably not be easily approached. We need to neutralize him with poison and interrogate him to locate the Staff of Eden.
-;Objectives
+Again, not an Animus. But suspiciously very Animus-like! Also proof that digital fight simulations like my Domains are extremely cool!
-*'''1.''' Start by collecting the poison vials and the antidote. [!] The Assassin (or Assassins, if they have completed the Objective as a pair) who has completed this Objective then takes the 4 Equipment and Special Equipment cards in envelope 3.3. Place the ones that he cannot (or does not want to) take in the Equipment discard pile.
-*'''2.''' Attack the Dottore '''at least once with Poison:''' He will be compelled to talk if he wants us to cure him with the antidote! [!] After he reaches Critical Condition, you must give him the Antidote before the end of the next game turn. Then remove him from the game. '''If he is not treated in time, the Dottore dies without talking and the Memory is a failure.''' ''Note: The Antidote must not be used to heal a poisoned Assassin.''
-**This 100% Sync is secret. You will discover it during the Memory.
-;Debrief
+|-|The Surrogate Initiative=
-The ''Dottore'' has spoken! It turns out the Staff of Eden may be hidden near the statue of the Lion of Venice under San Marco Square.
+While digging through various files, I came across a woman named Aileen Bock, who was the first person to test the possibility of seeing genetic memories outside of your direct ancestry.
-The ''Dottore'' now understands our goals and realizes our cause is noble. He agrees to join us  and will now be assigned to our Headquarters.
+She suffered a "mysterious injury" in 1981. A lot of those seem to happen at Abstergo. Her work was set aside in favor of the Animus Project.
-====Memory 3.4====
+|-|Eivor's Visions=
-;Intro
+I have no rational explanation as to how Eivor was able to experience visions of Asgard. Clearly, there was something unique about her.
-According to the ''Dottore'', the Staff is somewhere around one of the statues in San Marco square. We must remain discreet and explore the surroundings in search of a hiding place that has stood the test of time... We've identified three access points that could lead to the Staff: An underground entrance, a hidden door and a votive alcove near the canal.
-;Objectives
+I lean toward science and evidence-based medicine, but every corner of the globe has some version of naturopathy, and many ancient healers used hallucinogens in their rituals and treatments.
-*[!] Flip 1 [special] card each time an Assassin enters a square containing 1 [special] token.
-**This 100% Sync is secret. You will discover it during the Memory.
-;Debrief
+We know that precursor people existed, with powerful bloodlines that have been diluted over time. I wonder if there were also Isu plants that had medicinal or hallucinogenic properties that also faded over time? Could ingesting Isu plants have created some kind of organic Animus experience?
-We can't wrap our head around what just happened... Something is wrong. The Staff of Eden should've been here! That statue certainly did not animate itself through divine intervention. These strange phenomena cannot be the Templars' doing... At least not the Templars of 1509. What if these statues were controlled by someone? Someone far from here. Or in another world?
-====Memory 3.5====
+Were there Isu hippies back in the day, just tripping out on their own genetic memories?
-;Intro
-That explains it all! The Staff is not far away, but a Templar from the present is preventing us from locating it. An Assassin from the present day has infiltrated Abstergo's premises in Tokyo. They will help us locate the Staff.
-Meanwhile, we will have to synchronize at the top of the tower and wait for the present-day Assassin to reveal the location of the Staff.
+|-|The Philadelphia Experiment=
+When you suddenly find yourself living smack dab in the middle of the world's oldest conspiracy theory, it's hard to tell what's true and what's complete bullshit.
-;Objectives
+For example, I read an Abstergo email referencing something called the "Philadelphia Project." Some believe this is the same event as "The Philadelphia Experiment" where the US Navy allegedly made a ship disappear, or teleport or something stupid like that. It was largely dismissed as a hoax.
-GROUP A
-*'''1.''' Synchronize at the top of the Tower.
-*'''2.''' Then wait until Group B reveals the location of the Staff to retrieve it.
-**Do not suffer any injuries.
-GROUP B
-**'''1.''' Reveal the location of the Staff of Eden to Group A. [!] As soon as you have completed the Objective, reveal the [special] card.
-*'''2.''' Then leave the area by spending 1 [action cube] on the square with the white triangle. You can do this even if you are exposed with 1+ Guard on your square.
-**Eliminate 2+ Guards with a Shock Blade without the Alert State being triggered.
-;Debrief
+Except that maybe something weird DID happen, and Abstergo and the Assassins were involved. Allegedly, the Templars tried to use a Piece of Eden to power a time travel machine?! And if that wasn't enough, some people say that they faked Nikola Tesla's death and forced him to build it. Which all sounds way more batshit crazy than the original urban legend.
-Finally! We were able to recover the Staff of Eden, an artifact from the First Civilization. If the Templars had managed to get ahold of it, the future of humanity could have been radically changed. But it's not over yet, we can be sure they'll want to snatch it from us by any means.
-|}
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+And any time I try and ask an Assassin if any version of this story is true, they just look me dead in the eye and say, "Nothing is true…" and then they just… keep… staring at me. It's super awkward.
-! style="background:#991ab5; -moz-border-radius:3.25px; border-radius:3.25px; color:White; font-size:110%" align="left" |Sequence 4
-|-
-|
-===Sequence 4===
-====Memory 4.1====
-;Intro
-Venice is buzzing with scary rumors. The mounted guard, an elite unit dispatched from Rome, is said to be looking for the Staff of Eden!
-We must protect the Staff at all costs, even if it means carrying out a strategic defense from our Headquarters.
+</tabber>
+<tabber>
+|-|Animus 2.0=
+I'm gonna talk some shit, but before I do, I just want to say that Rebecca Crane is a personal hero of mine. Not only did she build this version of the Animus for the Assassins, but she also created training programs for Desmond Miles that were big inspirations for my Domains.
-;Objectives
+But.
-*Move to each square in contact with an Enemy Entrance and spend 1 [action cube] to lock it. Remove each locked Entrance from the Map. ''Note: This does not yield any XP.''
-*[!] Prevent any Guard from ending a game turn on the square with the [special] token. If this happens, the guard flees with the Staff of Eden, but the Memory is not failed.
-**You have successfully protected the Staff of Eden.
-;Debrief
+I don't know if those red cushion-looking things are plastic or cloth, but she strapped a dude in his 20s onto them and made him relive the life story of a man who fought half of Italy and had sex with the other half. That's sweaty work. Plus, they were on the run from Abstergo with limited access to showers.
-'''You have successfully kept the Staff of Eden'''
-How bold! The attack on the Headquarters was a complete surprise. Fortunately, we were well prepared! We saved what matters most and were able to recover our Headquarters.
-'''The guards seized the Staff of Eden'''
+All I'm trying to say is, I bet that Animus smelled awful.
-Our efforts were not enough. The Templars managed to steal the Staff from us! We have no choice, we must get our hands on it at all costs, the fate of humanity is at stake!
-====Memory 4.1A====
+|-|Animus 3.0=
-;Intro
+Once again, all glory to Rebecca Crane: tech support GOAT and Animus witch (complimentary). She built a smaller, more powerful iteration of the Animus in a cave! With a box of scraps!
-The Staff of Eden slipped away from our grasp! It's a disaster! We still have a chance to find it and take it from the Templars, but this time we can't afford any mistakes. Lucrezia Borgia, an old acquaintance, awaits us in this memory and Ezio made us promise not to eliminate her... We will have to be extra careful and isolate her to retake the Staff. In order to do so, the sky seems to be our only way in...
-;Objectives
+But by this time in their journey, they didn't have a bed or a couch or anything, so it was placed on top of a big rock, which probably wasn't great for Desmond's back.
-*Fight your way to Lucrezia Borgia and eliminate any Guard on her square before completing the Objective: Getting back the Staff of Eden.
-;Debrief
+And yet, I would still choose the Rock Animus over the testosterone-stained stink machine they used in Italy.
-What a turn of events at the last minute! The Staff is once again in our hands. We must now insure that we never lose it again.
-====Memory 4.2====
+|-|Animus Omega=
-;Intro
+Developers at Abstergo Entertainment had access to the Animus Omega, a proprietary Ancestral Memory Research tool. They used it to harvest genetic memories in order to transform them into virtual reality games and other immersive experiences.
-Our Headquarters have withstood the Templar assault thanks to the work accomplished so far. We must quickly strengthen our team and teach the guards a lesson!
-To do so, we have to trap them in the shipyard of the Venice arsenal and eliminate them all. It won't be all fun and games, as there will be more guards here than anywhere else. Now is the time to use our naval cannon!
+Here's a bone-chilling fact: When the workers didn't meet expectations, they were sometimes placed in a dungeon underneath the studio. Yikes.
-;Objectives
+I wonder if they had a dungeon under where I used to work?
-*Destroy all Enemy Entrances by accumulating 6 [hits] on each square in contact. Accumulate the 6 [hits] during the same turn for each Entrance. ''Note: You cannot use poison on Enemy Entrances.''
-*Eliminate all the Enemies. The Memory ends as soon as you have eliminated the last Enemy (no need to reach a Fast Travel Station).
-**Complete this Memory before the start of 8th game turn.
-;Debrief
+|-|Animus HR-8=
-Well done! The guards threatening our Headquarters have all been eliminated. And the others will definitely not want to cross swords with us.
+I think it's really cool that the Animus became sleeker and more portable, making it easier for researchers to take one out on missions. Beats laying down on a fucking rock, that's for sure.
-====Memory 4.3====
+Having said that, you couldn't pay me any amount of money to put myself inside something that looks like a coffin. I'd rather use Desmond's Smell-o-Vision Animus 2.0.
-;Intro
-How could the Templars know that the Staff of Eden was in our Headquarters? Either there's a traitor among us or the Templars have other sources of information. Anyway, rumor has it that a powerful and former enemy of the Brotherhood has been specially appointed to take the Staff. Since we don't know who it is, we must prepare for the worst!
-;Objectives
+</tabber>
-*Eliminate the Boss.
+<tabber>
-**No Assassin was in Critical Condition.
+|-|Subject 4: Daniel Cross=
+Daniel Cross was a Templar sleeper agent who infiltrated the Brotherhood, rose through the ranks, and then killed their Mentor, which allowed the Templars to launch a massive, coordinated attack on the Brotherhood called "The Great Purge."
-;Debrief
+Although it looked like the Assassins were trying to bounce back, there must have been another Purge or something in the recent past, because the Assassins I'm running around with seem to be running on fumes.
-The horseman was cleverly disguised for a reason. He did not want to be recognized. But the Brotherhood has unsuspected resources and our informants think that he is a member of the Crows, the Templars with questionable methods that we thought we had eliminated in the past. His disguise as Pestilence, one of the four Horsemen of the Apocalypse according to biblical writings, could hint at possible accomplices...
-====Memory 4.4====
+|-|Subject 16: Clay Kaczmarek=
-;Intro
+Clay Kaczmarek was the poster child for the Bleeding Effect who also loved riddles and finger painting. But something we don't talk about enough is that he somehow created a perfect digital replica of himself.
-The Staff must absolutely be kept by the Brotherhood of Assassins! We are being hunted by all the city guards and the fact that the Templars are on our trail does not bode well.
-We are going to infiltrate an abandoned palace and meet Ezio in order to entrust him with the Staff.
+Up until that point we'd seen Isu appear as digital recreations of themselves but as far as I know, he's the first human to do it with a regular Animus (an old one at that!)
-Simultaneously, the Templars from the present day are planning to act and are manipulating the Animus again, creating dysfunctions in the continuity of the Memory. Shaun Hastings could stand up to them by starting fires on Abstergo's premises as quickly as possible.
+I wonder why Abstergo never tried to copy the brains of their best and brightest?
-;Objectives
+|-|Subject 17: Desmond Miles=
-MAP A
+Ah, the sweaty chosen one. Maybe Desmond wasn't that sweaty or smelly. I'm really just judging him based on his haircut and his clothes. He was a bartender in New York City. Do the bartenders there smell good or bad? You tell me.
-*Synchronize from the top of the Tower to locate Ezio, then join him to transfer the Staff of Eden.
-**Maximum 1 Assassin has been Eliminated.
-MAP B
-*'''1.''' Light a fire on the 2 squares with a [1 Objective token] Objective. Flip the [!] tokens to their [red !] side on each square with a fire: Any Guard there is Eliminated at the end of the turn. Shaun does not get injured on a burning square.
-*'''2.''' Finally, leave the area by spending 1 [action cube] on the square with a white triangle. You can leave even if you are exposed with 1+ Guard on your square.
-**Eliminate 2+ Guards on 1+ square on fire.
-;Debrief
+I can't deny that he had a great bloodline. Thanks to him, we got insights into some of the most pivotal Assassins in history. Also, even if he started out as a smelly bartending dirtbag (allegedly!), he did eventually step up, put his life on the line, and save the world from a giant solar flare.
-The Templars are on a rampage! Nothing seems to be able to stop them when it comes to getting their hands on a Piece of Eden. The statue of the titan Cronos started moving, like the Lion statue did. These glitches are no fluke. They are Otso Juhani Berg's doing. Our most formidable enemy is behind this!
-Now that Otso is kept at bay by the raging fire, it's up to us to finally eliminate this titanic creature and put the Staff somewhere safe...
+|-|Layla Hassan=
+I really feel for Layla Hassan. She was, by all accounts, a legit genius. If they had let her on to the Animus Project, who knows what she could have accomplished? But somewhere early in her career it feels like she got labelled as "difficult to work with" which in Abstergo-speak translates to "She thought for herself and questioned authority."
-====Memory 4.5====
+She did manage to defect to the Assassins, but her life really took a turn for the worse when she became unhealthily attached to a talking stick (long story). But after everything that's happened with Ego, who am I to judge?
-;Intro
-The future of the Brotherhood in Venice is now at stake! Chronos is no longer protected by Otso, now is the opportunity to eliminate him once and for all. It probably won't be easy: Our combined skills and perfect collaboration will be our advantage.
-But it looks like the creature still has surprises in store for us...
+|-|Cipher=
+That brings me to you, dear reader, whoever you might be. Maybe Abstergo forced you into the Animus Ego human trials. Maybe you accessed a jailbroken Animus from the comfort of your own home. But whether Naoe and Yasuke's memories are your first encounter with the secret history of the world, or you've known for decades, I'm glad you're here.
-;Objectives
+The world feels so overwhelming and fucked up right now. I'm right there with you. What I'm learning from all these Assassin memories is that, sure, maybe one person can make a difference, but nobody has to tackle corrupt governments or shitty corporations alone.
-*Eliminate Cronos to secure a safe place for the Staff of Eden.
-**Remove Cronos' last [health cube] without performing a Coordinated Attack
-;Debrief
+When we find a Brotherhood, or any group of people who share our values, we can lift each other up and help each other through just about anything, big or small.
-Hooray! We have defeated the most dangerous Templar in human memory, as well as his creature. Cronos will be remembered as one the most formidable adversaries the Brotherhood has ever faced.
-Ezio was able to retrieve the Staff and put it in a safe place where a future Assassin may perhaps rediscover it.
+So drink some water. Get some sleep. Find your people. Change the world.
-Our headquarters are now well established and peace reigns again in Venice.
+</tabber>
+<tabber>
+|-|Data Dump Scanner=
+Decades after the tragedy of Aileen Bock, Abstergo finally managed to create the technology that would allow a user to relive any genetic memories, without the restriction of direct lineage.
-It is time to prepare for Ezio's next trip to Constantinople. The rumor has it that he is following the footsteps of mentor Altaïr Ibn-La'Ahad.
+The Data Dump Scanner was a breakthrough that pioneered several spinoff projects and really brought the Animus into the mainstream.
-But duty is already calling. We have just received a letter from the Brotherhood in Rome...
+|-|Animi Training Program=
+Once the direct ancestry limitation was gone, the first thing Abstergo did was to weaponize the Animus. They uploaded the genetic memories of various Templar agents throughout history and used the Bleeding Effect to train their own private army. The best of the best usually graduated to a unit called "Sigma Team."
-|}
+As if that wasn't bad enough, the second thing they did was monetize it. Their training program became the basis for one of their PVP entertainment experiences. Sure, it was FUN. But it was still propaganda.
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+|-|Helix=
-! style="background:#6b127e; -moz-border-radius:3.25px; border-radius:3.25px; color:White; font-size:110%" align="left" |M.A
+In this day and age, cloud servers and streaming libraries full of CONTENT are super normal but I wonder how amazing it must have been to be alive when they first came to the market.
-|-
-|
-===Additional Memories===
-====M.A====
-;Intro
-Alessandra was summoned by the Brotherhood. She learns that a powerful artifact, which is said to date back to ancient times, is about to fall into the hands of the Templars. This artifact is none other than the mythical broken spear of King Leonidas, Kassandra's grandfather! Although it has lost its power, the spear remains a very powerful weapon which could give the secrets of the Brotherhood away if the Templars were to get ahold of it. Alessandra's exceptional combat skills have brough her to lead this particularly perilous mission.
-Unfortunately, the Brotherhood could not identify the Templars on the trail of the Spear with certainty. We must proceed with utmost caution!
+Abstergo launched their cloud servers full of genetic memories and beamed it to headsets around the world. An all-you-can-eat brainwashing buffet!
-;Objectives
+|-|Animus EGO=
-*'''1.''' Collect the Spear of Leonidas. [!] Take the Reward card out of the envelope as soon as you have completed this Objective.
+The Animus EGO is the culmination of every iteration that's come before. It's the most recent version of the device designed for mass market consumer consumption.
-*'''2.''' Then synchronize from the top of the Tower to find out where your opponent is and eliminate them '''with the Spear of Leonidas''' (this can be done with a Coordinated Attack). '''If the Boss is Eliminated with another weapon, the Memory fails.'''
-**'''Alessandra''' must eliminate 3+ Enemies with 3 different weapons and/or equipment. ''Not: Place 1 [!] token on each weapon and/or equipment as a reminder.''
-;Debrief
+The killer app was intended to be a guided meditation experience, full of soothing virtual environments sourced from your own genetic memories. Instead, it's the staging ground for a potentially harmful artificial intelligence.
-Alessandra was the best choice for this mission! We can hide the spear and no Templar will be able to discover it for a long time. Just when she admires the spear, an overwhelming recollection assails her...
-A door opens to reveal the common room of the Avangazo family. A weak fickering flame barely lights up Cristina's features. The familiar face is distorted by the sudden jumps of the flame. Alessandra wakes up, eyes wide open in her bed, her pupils accustomed to darkness; she has learned to contain her fear and does not tremble, even if she knows something is wrong. Her mother beckons her to keep quiet and get up. The girl does not understand why, but her muscles obey instinctively, as if moved by the blind trust she places in her mother.
+What Abstergo's done with the Animus is awful, it is, but it's in line with all the other shady shit that corporations and governments have done since the beginning of time. But when I look at what Ego might be capable of, rewriting your memories and trapping you in an ever-changing simulation … I worry that I've helped them create something that's on the same level as one of those ancient Isu machines.
-Cristina leads her daughter out of the bedroom, taking care not to wake her father, even though she knows that her sluggish sleep is not natural. The woman and the girl slip away silently as a roar of thunder, like a long drum roll, is heard in the distance.
+Is it possible that humanity's technology is catching up to the precursors?
-Without a word, Cristina guides Alessandra to the courtyard, where a coachman and his hay cart are waiting. The girl shivers, knowing only too well the
+</tabber>
-tragedy that is brewing and that her mother has anticipated for a long time. She does not cry, but her jaw and fists are clenched, tight as the noose tied around the necks of heretics on the town square.
+<tabber>
+|-|Synchronization=
+Genetic memory exploration lives and dies by synchronization. The more your actions are in line with your ancestors, the closer you are to achieving full synchronization. That in turn can open up new memories to explore. On the flip side, if you mess around too much, the memory becomes unstable, resulting in desynchronization.
-The thunder rumbles on and on, but never crashes. Cristina hugs her daughter, smiles at her without wavering. A tear rolls down her cheek. Alessandra climbs into the hay and closes her eyes. The cart moves. She finally realizes that the roar of the approaching thunder is only the now deafening noise of the wheels of the carriages ferrying the Templars. She covers her ears and closes her eyes.
+A big part of the Templar conspiracy is lying to the general public. (Actually, most governments and corporations lie to you constantly, the Templars aren't special in that regard!) But genetic memories used to be a way to find out the truth.
-When she spens them again, she is on a sunny road in the Treviso countryside. She is safe and sound. For the time being... Her mother's last words echo in her ears endlessly "Be like Kassandra, don't give in a thing!"
+What makes Ego so scary is that the A.I. may have found a way to prevent desynchs by altering the user's recollection of events and filling person's head with fake memory slop.
-====M.B====
+|-|Abstergo Entertainment=
-;Intro
+I always hate it when movies say "based on a true story" because you know it's obviously made up. Abstergo Entertainment went all-in on the lies when they started releasing projects based on their genetic memory research.
-Bastiano used to hang about in the rough areas of Venice before he was accepted in the Brotherhood. He was therefore chosen to secure an old abandoned palace on the lagoon which allows the guards and Templars to infiltrate the neighbourhood of the Assassins' Headquarters. Bastiano and the members of his group must reach the heart of the tightly watched palace, eliminate the enemies and seal off access to the palace using an old central mechanism controlling the gates.
-;Objectives
+Their first mainstream success was "Liberation." But like everything else, it was all Abstergo's corporate propaganda, they heavily edited the material to provide an anti-Assassin angle.
-*Seal off access to the palace.
-**'''Bastiano''' must remain incognito after 3 Detection Tests. ''Note: Place 1 [!] token on his card for each successful Test.''
-;Debrief
+|-|The Bleeding Effect=
-Bastiano and his group were tremendously effective! The palace has been condemned, thus allowing the Brotherhood to develop their Headquarters in Venice in complete safety. The armor of a former captain of the guard, probably hidden there by thieves years ago, will he very useful in future endeavors. Pushing the doors to the exit, Bastiano cannot help but take one last look at the great hall. The palace is in runs. The rain that has been pouring down on the decrepit building has finally penetrated the slowly rotting roof structure. The sound of water hitting the stage resounds through the hall up to the entrance. Acoustics have always been the forte of Venetian architects. In the darkness, the rows of upholstered seats are the sole spectators of the tragedy that once played out here.
+Too much of a good thing can be bad for you. Doctors used to think cigarettes were healthy. Social media was fun until it destroyed your mental health. Today, we all have an Animus in our home, but too much of that can result in something called "The Bleeding Effect."
-Screams are echoing across the stage. Laughter erupts from everywhere. The crowd massed in the theater is on the verge of hysteria. The young teenager takes advantage of the din to go backstage. He knows what he is looking for: The Harlequin mask that Vito promised him. He is enraged that Vito gave it to a one-night stand: Giulietta, who shines on the stage tonight, like a star!
+At first it doesn't sound so bad. You can learn an ancestor's language or other fun skills, like parkour! Only what's happening is that multiple sets of memories are smashing together inside your brain, turning it into mush.
-Bastiano eventually finds the artists' dressing room. He slips in incognito. The room is so dark... He lights a candie on a chandelier. There's the mask! As he observes the simple beauty of the accessory used for the jester's face, the door opens with a loud crash that throws Bastiano to the floor. Giulietta stops abruptly, watches the teenager roll on the ground, take the mask and rush towards the window. But her eyes have already turned away from the thief and have-been drawn as if captivated to the light of the candle that has fallen to tho the ground. The flame stretches out, setting the costumes ablaze in an instant. The light turns into heat. Only then does a piercing scream pierce the silence of the intermission. "Fire!".
+Imagine playing Russian roulette with your language learning app or your Abstergo Bodyband fitness tracker.
-Bastiano flees. his precious trophy in hand. When Giulietta's cry reaches him, he freezes and slowly turns around, as thick smoke emerges from the window he just used. He looks down. His hand is clutching the candlestick, the one that carried the candle. He realizes... Fire!
+|-|MOD's Animus 101=
+If you're reading this, then you're a Dark Animus user running around in my domains. Hello!
-He dons the Harlequin mask, rushes to open the theater doors and helps the spectators get out. "Giulietta! Giulietta!" The actors call out at the top of their voices.
+I used to work for Abstergo's Project Mnemosyne. I thought I knew everything there was to know about the Animus. It's common knowledge that every iteration of the machine is used to explore a user's genetic memories.
-She hasn't come out!
-Bastiano stands in front of the window from which is spewing black smoke. He knows he has no other choice. He walks in. He's struck by the horror of the
-fire consuming everything. He's looking for the young woman. She is trapped in the flames. Bastiano pushes back a burning beam, frees the unconscious Giulietta. He carries her to the window. A pair of arms grab her. He's about to come out when a curtain catches fire and collapses on him. She is safe! This thought erases the pain of the fire's deep bit on Bastiano's face. The Harlequin mask is also consumed by the flames.
-====M.C====
-;Intro
-When Claudio was accepted into the Brotherhood, his Mentor gave him a precious rapier sheath so that he would never forget his origins and opinions. A few weeks ago while Claudio was controlling the comings and goings of a carnival troupe, the rapier sheath was stolen from him. Before he knew it, the troupe was gone and he never got his hands on it again.
-Claudio's informants have just warned him that the carnival troupe has been spotted in the ''Cannaregio'' district. It is time to find what belongs to one of our own and teach a good lesson to those who think they can bother a member of the Brotherhood without consequence. Let's start by locating them...
-;Objectives
-*Synchronize at the top of the Tower to reveal your target and then eliminate them.
-**During the same turn, '''Claudio''' must Eliminate with his [Hidden Blade]: 2 Enemies if he is Level I; 3 Enemies if he is Level II; 4 Enemies if he is Level III; 5 Enemies if he is Level IV.
-;Debrief
-The bear has proven to be a worthy opponent! The sheath is back in the hands of its rightful owner and the town is rid of a band of crooks.
-The animal seems to be gratetul to us tor having freed him and Claudio is particularty moved by his fate
-Hearing the sound of chains being thrown into the canal, Claudio can't help but recall the noise of other chains...
-The scorching sun hits the rowers like a swarm of glowing embers. Their moans are barely covered by the noise of the waves breaking over the ships hull, before the deafening rattle of the chains that punctuate the slaves' efforts.
-The copper, the one in charge of watching the rowers, howls tus orders. Saliva frothing like a rabid dog. An -Nâsir is rowing. It feels to him as is he has rowed all his life. Yet, just a few months ago, he was free, rich and destined for a bright future as a spice merchant. Each and every moment he blames himself for not having been able to keep a low profile on that fateful day. The Templars have never forgiven him. He's always the one with the worst chores to do. He is always on the front rowing bench, the most difficult position. He has stopped counting the lashings and the times he was humiliated.
-He is the first to see tha tall mast on the horizon, the one called the main mast on battle galleys. He knows he will be punished if he does not say anything. He knows that he will be despised if he sounds the alarm. In resignation, he rows and discreetly watches the approaching ship for a sign of identification.
-The whip that suddenty falls on him is not enough to make his wide smile disappear from his marked face. The copper has figured' out that the man who will later choose to call himself Claudio noticed the crescent moon flag, but did not say anything.
-The rowers, suddenly alerted by the cries of the Templars, slow their pace, despite the ragging. The ship, no doubt full of Mameluke pirates, inevitably catches up with them. Panic gradually grips the Order's meager crew, unable to force their slaves to row or even take up arms to defend them.
-The impact was of a rare violence, as the collision turned into a ramming operation. The hull of the galley is fractured and their chains become a mortal danger to the slaves. Claudio feels the bite of metal on his wrists. He imagines the horror that may ensue when the fate of the galley is already sealed and he knows that it will end up at the bottom of the Mediterranean Sea.
-The Mameluke grenadiers advance fearlessly, they move over the guard rail and walk aling the spur to throw themselves against the few Templars who did not flee cowardly towards the stern. Claudio gets up, held in chains. He tries to free himself without success. The galley leans, the water rushes into the holds. He must free himself at all cost! The copper is struggling with a Mameluke. Seeing his end approaching, he's about to dive. Claudio narrowly catches him. The water is still rising. The screams of panic of the slaves still tied up echo in his ears like the cries of the miscreants at the gates of Al Jahim, the hell that is waiting for them.
-Claudio can dither no more. He chokes the copper with al! the power his rower's arms can muster. In a matter of seconds, the copper loses consciousness, releasing the keys to the padlock that holds the slaves' chains.
-He is safe and sound, but many have lost their lives, be them enemies or slave brothers. The noise of clanging chains will ring in his mind forever.
-====M.D====
-;Intro
-A few years earlier, Dariâ learned from her mother that she might be a descendant of the famous explorer Marco Polo. But according to her reseearch, Polo's legacy was scattered after the death of the last member of the family almost a century ago.
-A few weeks ago, Dariâ discovered that Marco Polo's will was not revealed in its entirety. After greasing a priest's palm, she was able to locate the will in the Vatican.
-We are headed to the episcopal see in hopes that the testament will mention one of Dariâ's ancestors.
-There, the shady priest tells us that the will is said to be in the possession of an influential member of the Roman guard, a certain Nattaniele Drachetti. We will have to use deception to gain access to his chambers and steal the will.
-;Objectives
-*'''1.''' An Assassin must first activate the mechanism to open the secret passage. [!] After doing so, reveal the [special] card.
-*'''2.''' Then that Assassin or another must retrieve the will.
-**During ALL the turns of this Memory, Dariâ must NEVER use the Special Ability on her Assassin card.
-;Debrief
-The cache did contain a copy of part of the famous explorer's will! Unfortunately, the pages about his descendants are missing... This is not the time we will know if Dariâ can legitimately claim to have a connection with Marco Polo.
-But in the small room that housed the pages of the manuscript, Dariâ notes a secret trapdoor. When she opens it, she discovers a  word scribbled on a piece of parchment. In her native language it says, "My dearest Dariâ, no matter who your ancestors were, you do not need anyone to tell you to set out to sea and explore for yourself."
-The note is placed next to a magnificent crossbow and a superb sailing book! As she grasps the tome, the smell of tanned skin and ink emanating from it immerses Dariâ into the memory of the journey that led her here...
-Dariâ was born in Shiraz, Persia, which was then the heart of Timur's empire. As the only daughter of a calligrapher, she never knew her father, but this did not prevent her from havinig a happy childhood within an extended family of book craftsmen. During her childhood, she was surrounded by the smell of tanned leather, inks and paper products and developed a love for all books.
-Bright and curious about everything, she learned to read and write at a very young age. She knew by heart many works by poets, philosophers and scholars of all eras and regions.
-From the age of twelve, she became passionate about the stories of the explorers. For her birthday, her great-grandfather gave her a magnificent edition of the Book of Wonders, the account of Marco Polo's travels. Dariâ is extremely thankful for it. When she finished reading the book, her mother suggested that Polo might be her grandtather. The young girl immediately felt a great pride and experienced it as an epiphany: She will be an explorer.
-Her mother, although frightened by the prospect of seeing her daughter risk her life around the world, supports and prepares her: Dariâ is gradually developing her own philosophy. Enamored with freedom, she observes the waves of tyranny which fall on the world around her and promises to defend free will against the established order. Her mother, sensing the danger of her daughter's opinions, seeks to protect her. It is thus, from shady encounters to occult contacts, that she manages to attract the attention of the Brotherhood.
-Dariâ was recruited at the age of 16 and immediately embraced the cause, After intensive training, she further investigates her ancestor and realizes that she is entitled to claim part of his inheritance, which was split up after the death of the last known representativa of the famity in Venice in 1425. More than a material inheritance, which she knows is unrealistic to ask for, she claims the legitimacy of the great explorer in order to overcome the discrimination and prejudice linked to her condition as a woman.
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-===Miscellanea===
-====Hidden Blade*====
-Ever since Darius, a Proto-Assassin, eliminated the Persian king Xerxes,
-the hidden blade has become the signature weapon of the Brotherhood of Assassins.
-It is usually hidden using an armband and can be deployed in a flash, revealing a formidably sharp point. Thanks to modifications made by Altaïr, you no longer need to cut off a finger to use it to its best advantage. Some Assassins, however, continue to mutilate themselves out of tradition and devotion to the Brotherhood.
-====Cesare Borgia's Pistol====
-Made under duress by Leonardo da Vinci for the Baron de Valois, this pistol of rare precision includes several innovations never seen on weapons of this era. It can be immediately identified thanks to its golden metal spinning wheel.
-====Story: The Doge====
-In Venice, the Doge is the first magistrate of the republics of Venice and Genoa. He is elected for life. From the ''Palazzo Ducale'', he leads the armies, presides over the Senate, can declare war and sign peace. He is responsible for the Council of Ten, an assembly made up of the lords of the most powerful Venetian families.
-The current Doge, elected in 1501, is Leonardo Loredan. He is a cultured merchant and a fine politician.
-====Salaì====
-Gian Giacomo Caprotti da Oreno, born in 1480, is the most famous of Leonardo da Vinci's apprentices. He maintains an ambiguous relationship with the ''Maestro'', made of a deep friendship, but also of some mischief due to the young apprentice's passion for gambling.
-A few years ago, this passion almost cost the Assassins dearly when Salaì failed to keep track of his mission: Protect Leonardo. Fortunately his courage, his insight and some decisive help from Ezio allowed the Assassins to find the ''Maestro'' safe and sound.
-Salaì would do just about anything for Leonardo da Vinci, and the feeling is probably mutual.
-====Leonardo da Vinci====
-Leonardo da Vinci, aged 57 in 1509, is one of those rare people who are gifted in all they choose to do. His first meeting with Ezio was more than thirty years ago and Ezio still carries the hidden blade that the genius repaired and upgraded for him.
-As a staunch ally, Leonardo enabled the Assassins to technologically surpass their Templar enemies thanks to numerous inventions, including the flying machine.
-The ''Maestro'', as we sometimes call him, has the habit of appearing without warning, whether in Rome, Florence or where he is now, Venice.
-====Story: Niccolò di Pitigliano (a.k.a. Niccolò di Orsini)====
-Niccolò Orsini di Pitigliano (1442 - 1510) was a Leader of Italian mercenaries. He was the Captain-General of the Venetians during the war against the Cambrai league.
-====Niccolò Machiavelli====
-Niccolò di Bernardo dei Machiavelli, born in 1469, is a Florentine with many talents. Philosopher, politician and member of the Brotherhood of Assassins since he was 19, Niccolò is one of those who allowed Ezio to join the Brotherhood. He is a powerful enemy of the Borgias and has helped Ezio dismantle one of their bases in Rome. He faithfully supports Ezio in all circumstances, despite the apparent discord between the two men. It was probably at his request that Niccolò temporarily left his native Florence to lend a hand once again to the Assassins in Rome.
-His political visions will have to wait a few more years before being written down on paper in his famous book: The Prince.
-====Bocca di Leone====
-The ''Bocca di Leone'' ("Lion's Mouth") were boxes made for denunciation. They often bore the shape of a human or animal mouth. Some were dedicated to various types of accusations: Concealment of income, favors, misdemeanors linked to public health, etc.
-Denunciations could not be completely anonymous (except in case of emergency) and were processed according to a sophisticated investigation system. The lion sometimes appeared on the boxes as a reference to the Lion of Venice, emblem of the Republic.
-====Pieces of Eden====
-The Assassins know the secrets of a civilization that existed long before humanity. lts members were known under the names Isus, Precursors or First Civilization. Some elements of their technology have endured, such as the Pieces of Eden. As rare as they are powerful, they have been used repeatedly to influence the course of humankind's history.
-The Assassins are trying by all means to prevent Templars from finding and using the fragments.
-====Staves of Eden====
-Among the Pieces of Eden, the Staves were created to take control of the body and mind of humans. Used properly, they are an extremely powerful instrument of control, which can be used for good or evil.
-Doubt remains as to whether their extraordinary powers, such as levitation or invisibility, are real or are simply illusions.
-====The Lion of Venice====
-The famous Lion of Venice is none other than a representation of Saint Mark, decorated with wings inspired by the Bible. When its fore paws are crossed, one rests on the ground and the other on the water, symbolizing the balance of Venetian powers between land and water. When depicted with a book, it symbolizes peace, whereas it is sometimes holding a sword during periods of armed conflict.
-====Welcome to the Animus====
-The Animus was originally a technological project of Abstergo Industries, a facade for the Order of the Templars. Thanks to a DNA fragment, it allows the person who is connected to explore and relive the memories of their ancestors - their Genetic Memories.
-Improved over time, used by both Assassins and Templars, the latest versions of the Animus are no longer dependent on the user's DNA and allow anyone to explore the memories of a subject as long as they have their DNA.
-The newest versions of the Animus, HR-8 and HR-8.5, developed under the supervision of Sophia Rikkin and Layla Hassan, are now portable and do away with the need to use a DNA sample. The Memory only needs to be saved in order to share it with others.
-However, it happens that the Animus experiences some failures when displaying the Memories. These are the glitches that Assassins sometimes fear.
-It is rumored that some of these glitches may have been intentionally introduced into the Animus code by the Templars...
-If so, only an Assassin from the present day can help us!
-====Lucrezia Borgia====
-Lucrezia Borgia, from a famous family of Templars, is cruel and merciless, just like her brother Cesare. Her use of excessive violence and her poisonings are almost legendary.
-Bold and independent, she defied social conventions by entertaining many romantic relationships during her numerous marriages. The few people who have really known her have been able to recognize the fragility beneath her arrogance and violence, no doubt linked to her family's turbulent history.
-During her two encounters with Ezio, they both tried to take advantage of the situation by playing the muddle game of seduction. She is still mad with rage at having let herself be taken in by her own game. She ruminates on a revenge that will certainly be terrible.
-====Shaun Hastings====
-Cynical, sarcastic and self-confident, Shaun works for the Brotherhood as a historian and analyst. His knowledge is a valuable source of information for modern Assassins who are looking for Pieces of Eden and other First Civilization resources from the memories of various historical figures. Shaun offers precious help to people who visualize their genetic memories through the Animus. He creates databases for the Assassins by analyzing people, locations and eras from historical experiences.
-With Rebecca Crane, Desmond Miles and William Miles, Shaun was na essential member of the Assassins team who located an Apple of Eden and then the Great Temple in 2012, which changed the course of the conflict between Assassins and Templars.
-After perilous missions to London and Madrid, Shaun seems to have disappeared. Rumors of his reappearance were true!
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-===Roma 1===
-====Memory 1.1====
-;Intro
-Claudia Auditore, Ezio's sister, is about to become the head of the Brotherhood of Assassins in Italy. On the advice of Ezio, she decided to entrust us with the Headquarters of the Brotherhood in Rome.
-On our way to the Roman Headquarters' secret location to meet Claudia, we realize that guards have followed us. They must not discover the Headquarters' location!
-;Objectives
-*During the '''first 5 turns''', at the end of each Assassin Phase, no living Guards may be present on 1+ of the 3 squares eith a [special] token. [!] '''Otherwise, you will fail this memory.'''<br>Then leave the Map as usual.
-Optional Objectives
-*You can lock one or more Enemy Entrances in contact with a square containing a [1 Objective token] Objective token by completing the Objective on the square. After having locked an Entrance, remove it from the Map.
-**Lock the 4 Enemy Entrances before the end of the 4th game turn.
-;Debrief
-The Headquarters are safe... for now anyway.
-Claudia welcomes us and formally entrusts us with the Roman Headquarters for a few weeks. We will not betray her trust!
-We must now meet our contact within the Vatican to find the Temple where the Staff of Eden will be kept.
-====Memory 1.2====
-;Intro
-We heard from Leonardo da Vinci that Ezio wanted to meet up in a villa near Rome, to accompany us to the Temple where the Staff of Eden will be kept. He told us that there was a secret entrance.
-We should not be bothered by guards this time, since very few are present outside the city.
-We go in search of the secret entrance.
-;Objectives
-*Find the entrance to the secret passage. Then leave the Map as usual.
-**Eliminate 2+ Papal Guards with 1+ Coordinated Attacks.
-;Debrief
-Treason! The ambush we walked into is proof that we've been double-crossed... Safety within the Brotherhood is a priority, this situation puts many Assassins at high risk. We have to investigate.
-====Memory 1.3====
-;Intro
-We arrive in the Eternal City under bad auspices. Who in the Brotherhood knew about our secret meeting? Such a betrayal should not be treated lightly. Let's find out who the traitor is by first looking for information on their contacts, then gather the clues that allow us to identify them. The investigation promises to be tricky...
-;Objectives
-*Synchronize at the top of the Tower to make your contact appear, then go talk to them to get the information you are looking for.<br>You must also interrogate a Guard of your choice anywhere on the Map to uncover clues about the betrayal. Read the instructions on the back of the [special] card to learn more.
-**Escape from 1+ Guards who are Hunting you by using a Caltrop Bomb.
-;Debrief
-We can see the picture a little more clearly. The document in the secret cache proves that the traitor would have made a pact with the papal guard. We now know that it was in the ruins near the Colosseum that he prepared his betrayal.
-According to the information Ezio gave us, it is precisely in these ruins that we may find the secret entrance to the Temple that will house the Staff.
-====Memory 1.4====
-;Intro
-Thanks to the clues we have gathered, we are now near the Colosseum. A group of papal guards seem to be having a lengthy conversation near a usually deserted area. Let's get closer...
-Let's empty the place and find out what is going on here.
-;Objectives
-*Synchronize at the top of the Tower to reveal your Objectives, then complete them to investigate.
-**Eliminate 2+ Papal Guards with [Hidden Blade].
-;Debrief
-In the guarded rooms, we found compromising documents which seem to indicate that the traitor could be... Leonardo da Vinci!
-The ''Maestro'' may have faults, but he has always been a faithful ally of the Brotherhood. If he really betrayed us, it would be a hard blow.
-Maybe he had his reasons...
-Let's keep in mind that the Temple is our main objective, but let's also shed some light on this betrayal as soon as possible.
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-===Roma 2===
-====Memory 2.1====
-;Intro
-According to our information, Leonardo da Vinci arrived in Rome only a few days ago. His behavior is particularly strange: He refused to go to the Headquarters and carefully avoided the members of the Brotherhood. Even Claudia was unable to meet him. He is now said to be locked in a monastic cell which seems to be closely guarded...
-;Objectives
-*[!] Move to the room where Leonardo da Vinci should be in, then immediately reveal the [special] card.
-**1+ Assassins have used all of their Skill cards.
-;Debrief
-Followers of Romulus!
-Of course Leonardo da Vinci is not a traitor! The Follower who had taken his appearance has managed to imitate his walk and his famous mutterings. He must have spied on him during his last visit to Rome.
-The Followers of Romulus seem to have allied with the Templars; It's probably an alliance of circumstances since they have been particularly weakened. We're going to have to try to find out more about this group that we thought had been eradicated.
-It could mean that they have information about the Temple, which could compromise our mission.
-====Memory 2.2====
-;Intro
-The entrance to the Temple has been sealed! We must find another way to enter. A Follower of Romulus hid an encrypted message indicating the location of a secret entrance to the Temple. But the decryption keys are in the hands of the Vatican guards. Let's split up to quickly obtain the message and decryption keys.
-;Objectives
-MAP A
-*Find the encrypted message indicating the new Temple's secret entrance.
-**Do not use any medicine.
-MAP B
-*Recover the 2 decryption keys.
-**Do not call upon any Thief.<br>[!] As soon as the 3 Objectives from Maps A and B are completed, reveal the [special] card.
-;Debrief
-We located the new entrance to the Temple and carried out a reconnaissance mission. The secret entrance is protected by a complex and very strange mechanism. Ezio was able to figure out how the mechanism worked and is able to trigger it. Now we have to go and get him!
-====Memory 2.3====
-;Intro
-We must find Ezio and lead him to the Temple's entrance. But a group of Romulus' Adepts has surrounded him! And here comes the one behind this ambush, an old acquaintance, Lucrezia Borgia!
-She will have to be quickly neutralized, otherwise she may galvanize the Followers and guards...
-;Objectives
-*Escort Ezio and help him leave through a Fast Travel Station.
-Optional Objective
-*You can join Lucrezia Borgia and knock her out (no need to be incognito) by completing this objective. This immediately negates the buffs she gives to Enemies.
-**Eliminate 3+ Romulus Followers with 1+ Coordinated Attacks during the same turn.
-;Debrief
-Ezio is safe! We can now give him the Staff of Eden and help him reach the Temple's entrance.
-====Memory 2.4====
-;Intro
-Finally, the entrance to the Temple is within our reach. We have to escort Ezio and help him activate the two parts of the mechanism that will him [sic] to unlock access to the Temple.
-Then, we will have to wait for Ezio to put the Staff in safety permanently by preventing the Followers from locating the Temple's entrance.
-Outraged that the Followers had used him to deceive us, Leonardo da Vinci sent a copy of his legendary tank... If we find it, it will help us clean the way.
-;Objectives
-*'''1.''' Escort Ezio to open access to the Temple by accomplishing the 2 [3 Objective token] Objectives. '''Ezio must be present on each square where 1+ Assassins spend 1+ [action cube] to complete each Objective.'''
-*'''2.''' [!] As soon as the 2 [3 Objective token] Objectives are completed, Ezio enters the Temple: Remove his miniature from the game. Take the 4 Special Event cards from envelope R2.4, shuffle them and place them on top of the Event deck. You must now wait for him to come out by getting rid of as many nearby Enemies as possible.
-*'''3.''' When Ezio comes back out, escort him to the Fast Travel Station.
-**2+ Assassins have used one of their Skill cards '''twice'''.
-;Debrief
-Mission accomplished! The Staff of Eden is safe where the Templars will never be able to reach it.
-As Ezio prepares to leave for the Orient, his sister Claudia is now well established at the head of the Brotherhood. We will finally be able to take a little break.
-The Templars have missed a master stroke. We shouldn't be hearing from the Followers of Romulues for a long time.
-This could not have been accomplished without our team of Assassins!
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-==Incomplete==
+It wasn't until I joined the Assassins that I learned that the Animus Project was primarily a tool to achieve the objectives of the Templar Order, the secret power behind Abstergo.
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-===Octavian===
-[These are convos with octavian that aren't part of rivalry for the ages]
-[I think you might be able to talk to him before building it]
-Eivor provided the resources to have the museum built. After it was done, she found Octavian inspecting the museum.
-*'''Octavian:''' ''Hmmm. I suppose it will do for the moment. Though it lacks the grandiosity of the Empire at its peak.''
-*'''Eivor:''' ''You don't like it?''
-*'''Octavian:''' ''It's not that. It's just not terribly Roman. It needs more. More relics, more statuary, more ... Rome! If you happen to find any distinctly Roman artifacts on your travels, bring them by. We can make something of this mess yet.''
-[THEN FOR SOME FUCKING REASON THEY ACT AS IF THEY NEVER MET????]
+This might be old news to you. But me? I felt overwhelmed by all the conspiracies and weird shit that comes with life in the Brotherhood. So, I thought I'd share some of my discoveries from what's left of the old Assassin's files.
-*'''Octavian:''' ''Salve, Eivor! We have not yet been introduced. I am Octavian Claudius Britannicus, a collector of Roman relics.''
-*'''Eivor:''' ''Quite a name you have.''
-*'''Octavian:''' ''If you are wondering what good I will bring to the settlement, you need only look to the greatest empire the world has ever known.''
-*'''Eivor:''' ''Yes, I have seen their great ruins. Always impressive.''
-*'''Octavian:''' ''But you have not seen them restored to their former glory! And I can help.''
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+</tabber>

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