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| ==Status== | | My quinary sandbox. :) |
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| ! style="background:#B45F37; -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: Mirage'' memories</font></div> | | !style="background:#00A690; -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;">''Resynced'' memories</font></div> |
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| ! style="background:#B45F37; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Main Quests'''
| | |colspan="2" style="background:#00A690; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;"|'''Contracts''' |
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| ! style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Before Baghdad'''
| | |[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZUCphNBfXI Assassin Contracts] (121) |
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| |<span style="color:#e3830a">The Master Thief of Anbar - A New Beginning - Taking Flight</span> | | |colspan="2" style="background:#00A690; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;"|'''Local Events''' |
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| ! style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Harbiyah'''
| | |[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FlxOX0aQ5o Monkey Business] (3) • [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CxOCOquMJnc Cat Distribution System] (1) • [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QXxLCX_7k40 Black Market Shopping] (1) • [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5p9yiZEO9qw A Moment Of Freedom] (2)<!-- |
| |- | | [A Just Reward] |
| |<span style="color:#e3830a">Baghdad Bound - Follow Nur's Lead - Contact the Rebels - Zeroing In - Jailbreak - A Delicate Alliance - First Order - Branching Out</span>
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| ! style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Intermezzo'''
| | [Sunken Spanish Treasure] |
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| | [Easy Pickings] |
| |<span style="color:#e3830a">Old Wounds</span>
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| | [The Golden Locket] |
| ! style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Abbasiyah'''
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| | [Crow's Nest] |
| |<span style="color:#e3830a">Fire and Wisdom - House of Wisdom - Find the Missing Brother - Follow the Fiery Trail - Report to the Rafiq - The Great Symposium - A Job Well Done</span>
| | [Tilting at Windmills] |
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| ! style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Karkh'''
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| | [The Cursed Trinket] |
| |<span style="color:#e3830a">Coins and Daggers - Coin, Corruption and Tea - Of Toil and Taxes - The Toll of Greed - A Faceless Feather - Gilded Butterflies - A Grand End</span>
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| ! style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Sharqiyah'''
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| | Spiteful Soldier |
| |<span style="color:#e3830a">Blood and Shadows - The Hunter - Like Father, Like Son - The Raptor and the Demon - The Hunt - Bird Trap - To Catch a Demon - The Chase - Den of the Beast - The Return</span>
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| ! style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Round City'''
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| |<span style="color:#e3830a">The Head of the Snake - The Fox and the Hunter</span> - <span style="color:#ff3030">Judge and Executioner - The Servant and the Impostor</span> - <span style="color:#e3830a">One Final Counsel</span> - <span style="color:#ff3030">The Serpent's Nest</span>
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| | https://www.gamerguides.com/assassins-creed-black-flag-resynced/guide/walkthrough/local-quests/all-local-event-locations-and-rewards |
| ! style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Alamut, again'''
| | https://www.ign.com/wikis/assassins-creed-black-flag-resynced/Local_Events |
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| | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qvN9w-hlpM8 |
| |<span style="color:#e3830a">The Last Journey</span> - In Pursuit of Truth
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| ! style="background:#B45F37; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Side Quests'''
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| |Dervis' Artifacts - The Calling - <span style="color:#e3830a">Al-Jahiz's Lost Books</span>
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| ! style="background:#B45F37; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''The Forty Thieves''' | |
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| |A Dance with Thieves - Secrets, Spoken and Unspoken - Meet the King
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| ! style="background:#B45F37; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Tales of Baghdad'''
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| |<span style="color:#e3830a">Holy Mission - Leap of the Faithful - A Life's Work - Blade In The Crowd, Tool In The Shed - Treasure Hunt - Curse Of The Si'la'</span>
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| ! style="background:#B45F37; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Contracts'''
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| ! style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Harbiyah'''
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| |The Satiric Poet - The Boat Heist - The Concubine - The Marked Coins - The State Official - The Slave Merchant - The Traitor - The Fake Message
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| ! style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Abbasiyah'''
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| |The Botanist - The Bronze Mirror Heist
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| ! style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Karkh'''
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| |The Carolingian Coin Heist - The Perfume Trader - The Slave Trapper
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| ! style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Round City'''
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| |The Weapons Dealer
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| ! style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Wilderness'''
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| |The Kidnapped Scholar - The Trade Delegate - The Informant
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| |<span style="color:#e3830a">The Exile's Plan</span> - <span style="color:#e3830a">Battle at the Wall</span>
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| ! style="background:#F1D3F1; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''''Apocalypse'''''
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| ! style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Sequence 1'''
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| |<span style="color:#34df19">Bitter Conduct - Chasing the Rabbit - Seek and Do Not Destroy - Bombs Away</span>
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| ! style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Sequence 2'''
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| |<span style="color:#34df19">The Mission - Fear and Loathing in the Valley - Hold the Fort! - Another World</span>
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| ! style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Sequence 3'''
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| |<span style="color:#34df19">Snakes Get Madder - Into the Dark - The End (BOV) - The Fall of Man</span>
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| | style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''''Those Who Are Treasured'''''
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| |<span style="color:#ff3030">No Rest For the Misthios - Not All Treasure Should Be Found - A Message Delivered - Power Corrupts All - A New Horizon</span>
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| |<span style="color:#ff3030">A Kind of Treasure Hunt</span>
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| ! style="background:#1acdd6; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''Ravensthorpe'''
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| |<span style="color:#ff3030">Archery Contest</span>
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| |<span style="color:#ff3030">The Baker's Plaint</span>
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| ! style="background:#1acdd6; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''World Events'''
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| ! style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |Norway
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| |Rygjafylke
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| |<span style="color:#ff3030">The Plight of the Warlock</span>
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| |Essexe
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| |<span style="color:#ff3030">The Boar with the Golden Nose - The Gleewoman - The Prodigy</span>
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| |<span style="color:#ff3030">Degolas the Beautiful - The Doom Book of Cats - The Infinite Noise of Men< - The Walloper - Winchell the Robesfree</span>
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| |Ledecestrescire | | |colspan="2" style="background:#FF0000; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;"|'''Not touching yet''' |
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| |<span style="color:#ff3030">A Skald's Lament - Skal to Your Wealth - The Twit Saga, Part I</span> | | |Main Quests • Templar Hunt |
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| |<span style="color:#ff3030">King of Shitsby - Little Victories - Stray Naps - The False Ealdormancy - The Ignominious Bandit - The Twit Saga, Part II</span>
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| | style="background:#1acdd6; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''''DLC'''''
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| | style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''''Oskoreia Festival'''''
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| |<span style="color:#ff3030">Hunting for Honor {{c|Homeward - An Honorable Death - Riding for Glory - Veiled Threats}} - A Measure of Respect</span>
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| | style="background:#1acdd6; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''''Dawn of Ragnarok'''''
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| | style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''''Main Quests (short)'''''
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| |<span style="color:#ff3030">Seeking Shelter - Crystal Cave</span>
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| | style="background:#1b1b24; font-size:100%; color:#ffffff;" |'''''Smida'''''
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| |<span style="color:#ff3030">Hár Smida (Gullnamar) - Gullinbursti Smida (Vangrinn) - Draupnir Smida (Vangrinn) - Gungnir Smida (Svaladal) - >Mjolnir Smida (Svaladal) - Skidbladnir Smida (Svaladal)</span>
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| | | ==Side Quests== |
| *Red (#ff3030) links mark the memories not transcribed at all or those which I'm still working on.
| | ===Blackbeard's Treasure=== |
| *Orange (#e3830a) links mark the memories partially transcribed, i.e. those with choices or those without descriptions, only dialogue.
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Blackbeard's hidden his Treasure in a poxy Riddle.'' |
| *Green (#34df19) links are fully transcribed but not yet incorporated into the respective pages.
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| *Fully transcribed items that have been incorporated are removed from the list.
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's a lot of Pirates for Somewhere that's meant to be secret. All this because of some paper I found in a dead Man's Hat. I hope I'm right to trust Thatch's Map.'' |
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| ==Mirage== | |
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| ====Before Baghdad====
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| =====The Master Thief of Anbar=====
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''I hear what you are saying, Basim. But you paint a portrait of a world that cannot exist.'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''That is where we disagree.'' | |
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''There it is. The Winter Palace. Come, this way.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Shite, Thatch. What have you started.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Right behind you.''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Here. Let us wait for nightfall.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''That's it. They've seen us now!'' |
| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''You know what this looks like? A lot of Work for me at the end of the Day, that's what.'' |
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Does where you stand not awaken fond memories?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''This is what happens when you tell Pirates there's Treasure.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Not so long aog we were counting our spoils up here under the cover of night, just like this.''
| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''Just be glad there are no Spaniards in the Mix.'' |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''The stakes were lower then.'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''And so too was the prize.''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Well, before you claim your prize you will first have to reach it. And as far as I can see, that will take some creativity.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''We could always try the front gate.''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''You will have to let me know how that goes for you.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Where are you going?''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''I've had a clever thought. If your mind is absent of one, you should perhaps follow mine.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Wait!''
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'd almost prefer warring with the King's Navy to this.'' |
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| The Hidden Ones need a chest stolen. Jasib spotted guards taking it with them to the Winter Palace. The content of the chest is still unknown, but if the Caliph is involved, it is certainly worth the risk.
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| Nehal knows how to get into the palace, but there might be other ways to quietly sneak into this heavily guarded palace.
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| LOOK FOR ways to infiltrate the palace.
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''It is dark enough. Come.'' | | *'''Pirate 1:''' ''If the Loot is even Half of Blackbeard's Takings it's enough for all of us to live like Kings. But we have to hurry. With the Redcoats clearing out North Carolina and all, it won't be long afore they're down here as well.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Nehal!''
| | {{IUNote|Title=Search the Water|Text=Take the Diving Bell we picked up and search the Water at the front of the Cave.<br><br>Mind the Rope. It looks half rotted.<br><br>- QM}} |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''Fastening yourself to my tail, Basim? Very sensible.''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''They thought Blackbeard hid his Treasure under water.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I know how you hate to be alone.'' | |
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''I saw some guards, just that way.'' | | *'''Pirate 2:''' ''I heard tell that Blackbeard buried it here on his own. Left his Crew and rowed Ashore hisself.'' |
| *'''Soldier 1:''' ''... and then roasted, stuffed lamb. Oh, yes.'' | | *'''Pirate 3:''' ''That's all drunk Talk. Blackbeard were too canny to let his Treasure be found easy, no matter what Captain Hands' says.'' |
| *'''Soldier 2:''' ''Lentils with lime sauce, pomegranates and lemon. I can taste it now.'' | | *'''Pirate 2:''' ''You better hope it's True! If the Captain's wrong, we get nothing but Blisters and Thirst for all our Work.'' |
| *'''Soldier 1:''' ''Shh! I heard something. A low roar.''
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| *'''Soldier 2:''' ''Indeed! My stomach!''
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| *'''Soldier 3:''' ''Have you seen the guests? Such odd costumes.'' | | *'''Pirate 4:''' ''I told you using a Bell was madness! Now look what's happened.'' |
| *'''Soldier 4:''' ''Keep your mouth shut. You'll only invite trouble talking like that.'' | | *'''Pirate 5:''' ''Don't blame me! You were all for it 'til the cursed Line broke.'' |
| *'''Soldier 3:''' ''Why dress that way, is all I'm asking. It's not festival time.'' | | *'''Pirate 4:''' ''Our Lads are drowned for certain! This is Captain Hand's fault, dragging us out here just to die.'' |
| *'''Soldier 4:''' ''IThey are here to meet the Caliph about the chest that arrived this morning. Which, need I remind you, is none of our concern.''
| | *'''Pirate 5:''' ''How in Hell did Blackbeard manage all this?'' |
| *'''Soldier 3:''' ''Are you not curious?'' | |
| *'''Soldier 4:''' ''Even if I am, it will not break my focus.''
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| *'''Soldier 3:''' ''Well, it has broken mine.''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Ah, good. This door may lead us inside.'' | | *'''Pirate 6:''' ''I ain't going back in there. There's Sharks in them Tunnels that got our Lads! I can't fathom how Blackbeard ever got through by himself.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Not without a key it won't.''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Hmm. Have a look around.''
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| {{IUNote|Title=Palace Orders|Text=The Caliph has been summoned for an important meeting. I have been made aware of no details, but I must ensure the palace is adequately staffed and that patrols are increased. Double the presence on the roof and station two guards for every room he and the visiting party will pass through. Secure all entrances. No one is allowed in or out until after the meeting ends.}}
| | *'''Pirate 7:''' ''Leave them Powder Barrels be. Hands left 'em where they are a Purpose, and don't want no one touching 'em.'' |
| | *'''Pirate 8:''' ''Ah, he just couldn't carry them further with his gammy Leg. Look, no Harm will come of...'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Have a short nap. But not too short.'' | | *'''Pirate 9:''' ''Think, man. Where would you hide your Treasure if you was Blackbeard. Not out in the open, that's certain.'' |
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Any luck finding a key?'' | | *'''Pirate 10:''' ''A couple of Boys went ahead, and the Walls fell on 'em! I ain't going no further!'' |
| | *'''Pirate 11:''' ''We can't just leave them, the Captain will have our Heads. Grab a couple of those Barrels, and we'll blast our way through.'' |
| | *'''Pirate 10:''' ''Captain Hand's to blame! He's going to get us killed. It's plain Blackbeard's trapped the Cave.'' |
| | *'''Pirate 11:''' ''Curse you for a Coward! You'll go in, or I'll gut you where you Stand!'' |
| | *'''Pirate 10:''' ''Try it, Lobcock, and see where it gets you!'' |
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| *'''Soldier 5:''' ''The Caliph appears unsettled. An unruly son is not helping matters.'' | | *'''Israel Hands:''' ''I was fucking Sailing Master, not some Swab! So who did Blackbeard send to search out his Farming tools? Israel bloody Hands, that's who. And I went, bad Leg and all, like a whimpering Puppy. Well, my Day has come. I'll take my Reward and more from Blackbeard's own Treasure.'' |
| *'''Soldier 6:''' ''The young man is eager. It's his first time in the palace, is it not? Let him wander, I say. Cater to his needs. This meeting is supposed to be brief, after all.''
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| *'''Soldier 5:''' ''Here they are. Come.''
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| *'''Soldier 5:''' ''Through there. The Caliph awaits you.'' | | *'''Hands:''' ''I served Blackbeard, and what did it get me? The miserable Bastard shot me in my knee just to prove he could. Then he gave all Reward to that prancing Dandy Kenway. Well, now I'll get my Share!'' |
| *'''Soldier 6:''' ''They have arrived, Mawlay (my lord).''
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| *'''Al-Mutawakkil:''' ''Out. All of you. I am to meet with them alone.''
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| *'''Abu 'Abdallah:''' ''Father, let me stay!''
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| *'''Al-Mutawakkil:''' ''Take him.''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Looks heavy. We'll never get it out of the palace.'' | | *'''Hands:''' ''Edward Kenway. Now that's fucking poetry, that is. I'll settle every Debt owed me this Day.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Then I will just have to take what is inside.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Israel Hands, Thatch's Sailing Master. I thought you Dead, or lost on account of your own Navigation.'' |
| | *'''Hands:''' ''You were always the Favorite, thieving Reward due the rest of us. You're gonna pay for that, Kenway! And for all you ever done to me!'' |
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| *'''Al-Mutawakkil:''' ''Gentlemen. Welcome. Everything is in order.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Ever the Green Eyed Minnow, Hands.'' |
| One of the Order members opens the chest to check its contents.
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| *'''Al-Mutawakkil:''' ''I understand this means a great deal to you. Rest assured, it will be well protected here.''
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| *'''Masked Figure:''' ''We will accept nothing less. We will carry out our work and return to you when we are ready. Be prepared, Caliph.''
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| The Order members turn to leave.
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| *'''Al-Mutawakkil:''' ''Ah, might I see it once? The contents? If we are to guard this with our lives we should know--''
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| One of the figures approaches the Caliph threateningly.
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| *'''Masked Figure:''' ''You saw nothing of this. You say nothing. Do you understand?''
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| *'''Al-Mutawakkil:''' ''Y-yes, of course. Perish the idea.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Now is our chance.''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Someone is coming.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''What the Devil...'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate:''' ''Is that it? That's Blackbeard's Treasure?'' |
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''This way. Looks quiet.'' | | *'''Blackbeard:''' ''Whoever's reading this Letter, you best hope I'm dead, or you'll answer for disturbing what I took uncommon Pains to secure. If, in point of Fact, I am dead, with Luck it's Edward Kenway who's doing the reading, having been lured by the smell of Gold. That being the Case, I'm sorry to disappoint you, Lad. You've not found Gold. But what you have found is Treasure of sorts. Here you have Everything you'll need to establish a Freehold, and grow it into the grand Proposition we always dreamed of. It's cost me a pretty Penny too, if I'm honest, so don't go squandering it. Do right by me in this, Kenway. The World needs a Place like Nassau, as much as it ever did.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You soft headed old Coot.'' |
| | *'''Blackbeard:''' ''Now don't worry, this weren't my whole Fortune. The rest is hid safe, and there ain't no Map to it. Blackbeard.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Clever Bastard. All right, Thatch. I'll see to it.'' |
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''I never thought I'd set foot in here. Just look at these arches. You could chisel off a piece and sell it for a hoard of gold. You didn't happen to bring a pickaxe did you?'' | | *'''Bernard Woodhouse:''' ''Captain Kenway. What is all this? Pieces of Eight, Shovels, Pitchforks, Plow. A farming Manual?'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I will keep it in mind for the next time we break into a palace.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''A Gift of sorts, from Blackbeard's Treasure. And there's a lot more besides.'' |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''It's enough to secure the Prosperity of all the lives here. That's a strange kind of Treasure for a Pirate, is it not?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Blackbeard weren't a usual Pirate. Use it well. Treasure or no, it weren't easy to find.'' |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''I'll make sure we do, Captain.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''All right, Basim. Open. Snatch. Run.'' | | |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''Basim, hurry!'' | | ===Captain Stede Bonnet=== |
| | *'''Bernard Woodhouse:''' ''Captain Kenway! A Letter's arrived at the Villa, addressed to you by way of Stede Bonnet. I've left it for you in the Trophy Room.'' |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Bonnet? It's been some time since I heard News of him. Thank you.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''(quick exhale)'' | | *'''Stede Bonnet:''' ''My dear Friend, Edward. After a rather unfortunate Kerfuffle with the Governor's men, I currently enjoy the Hospitalities of a Charles-Towne Jail. It's all a bit bothersome, but I have Faith I'll be freed soon. Luckily, I'd already stashed some of my Takings in the Cabin of my Ship. I've sent it ahead to Mystery Island, but the Crew can be unpredictable without a Captain. I thought you might be amenable to checking in on them. There will be Reward for the Inconvenience of course, and I'll meet you there when I manage to extricate myself. It'll be just like old times! Signed Captain Stede Bonnet.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Captain Stede Bonnet... now, that's unexpected.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''Basim!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Hidden Treasure and Trouble with the Authorities. You earn my Respect, Bonnet.'' |
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| *'''Male voice:''' ''dű-duàs hnomná arhzmr mnàæ gnsàsi hm més hr r n marhmid'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I hope Bonnet's taken real Booty, and isn't hoarding Sugar or the like.'' |
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| *'''Al-Mutawakkil:''' ''Give me that!'' | | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''I wonder what Bonnet's got up to, since he sailed off into yonder Sunset. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''He was quite the sight, wasn't he? From the Silk and Velvet of Barbados, to his own Captain's Helm. |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Aye. The man wasn't cut from the same Cloth as the rest of Nassau, that's for sure. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Is that a hint of Fondness I hear, Lucy? |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I've no Love for the Posturing of Captains, present company excluded. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Naturally. |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Bonnet struck me as a different sort. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''His ways aren't as Rough as Thatch or Vane's. But I can't say if that's a good thing. |
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| *'''Al-Mutawakkil:''' ''No! La!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''A Schooner's run aground. Could be Bonnet. |
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| *'''Al-Mutawakkil:''' ''Do you have any idea what they will do to me?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The Revenge. This is Bonnet's Tub.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Please, I -- I am sorry.''
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| *'''Al-Mutawakkil:''' ''This... This is your fault.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Stop'' [sic] ''Please... !'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Locked tight. |
| *'''Al-Mutawakkil:''' ''You thieving little rat!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''No...'' | | *'''Rowland Sharp:''' ''Get your paws off that Hatch, you Skulk. Come on out and face me! |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''Run!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Peace, man. My name's Edward Kenway, a friend of Bonnet's. I'm looking for his Crew, not a Fight. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Nehal, wait!''
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''Edward Kenway? As I live and breathe... come, join me by the Fire. |
| *'''Abu 'Abdallah:''' ''Father?...'' | |
| *'''Soldier 7:''' ''Get that boy!''
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| *'''Soldier 8:''' ''Ring the bell! The Caliph is dead!'' | | *'''Sharp:''' ''"Flash Rogue with a Hangman's Grin." Major Bonnet told me to look out for you, Captain Kenway. Name's Rowland Sharp. I'm in charge of this here Crew. It's an honour to meet you, a real honour. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Pleasure's mine. Where's Major Bonnet now? What happened to his Ship? |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''After the Major sent us on ahead of him, there was a Mutiny. The Traitors filched the Key to the Major's Cabin belowdecks. We've been holding them off since, but they took the Provisions for themselves. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''When does Bonnet get here? |
| | *'''Pirate 1:''' ''Mister Sharp! Trouble! The Mutineers are further down the Shore, gathering for an attack. All of them. |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''You'll have answers, Captain Kenway. But we need your help. This is our chance to get the Major's Key back. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Lead on, Mister Sharp. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What ... what have we done?'' | | *'''Pirate 2:''' ''Weeks of this miserable stalemate. Now we break it. |
| | *'''Pirate 3:''' ''With Captain Edward Kenway's help, no less! |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Nehal ... she just... What was she thinking? I need to find her. She would have gone back home.'' | | *'''Sharp:''' ''These Mutineers are a savvy bunch. Have you your Wits about you? |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Wits, Steel, and Powder besides. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Nehal!'' | | *'''Sharp:''' ''Gird your Loins, lads. For the Major! |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''No. Stop this. Please! What do you want from me?'' | | *'''Ignatius Pell:''' ''Oi oi, look what washed up. Bonnet's Cabin Boys. I'm shitting my Drawers in Fear. |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''Pell, you Swab! He's a damned fine Captain. Too good for the likes of you. |
| | *'''Pell:''' ''He's soft as his three Chins. You'd follow such a weakling? |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''Have you forgotten when he ate naught but Hardtack for weeks, so that we could have Meat? I'd follow this kind of Captain over you lot, that's certain. |
| | *'''Pell:''' ''Then you can follow him straight to the Gallows, and Blubber and Grovel all the way! |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''(labored breathing)'' | | *'''Pell:''' ''That Dandy lorded over us like he was our better. He broke the Pirate Code! |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Calm! Calm, Basim.''
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''What would you know of any Code? You can't even read! |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Nehal?'' | | *'''Pell:''' ''What, and you can? |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Not quite. Are you well?'' | | *'''Sharp:''' ''I'm not the one talking about it, am I? |
| Basim nodded.
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Good. Because I need you to tell me about ... this.'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I do not know what you mean.''
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| They overhear noise coming from outside.
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''Search over there.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Tell me what happened. Silence is not your ally here.'' | | *'''Pell:''' ''Gut them, lads! |
| *'''Basim:''' ''It is not silence. I cannot explain what I saw. That object. It did something to me. I was ... somewhere else. Cold. And frightened. Before I knew it, the Caliph had his hands around my neck. I ... it was an accident, I did not mean for ... just wanted to help.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''We need to get you out of here. I have a boat at the western docks.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What? No, I-I cannot leave. I need to find Nehal.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Stop and think, Basim. The Caliph's guard is searching for his murderer. A young thief of your description. They will not stop until they have found you. And when they do, it will not be a prison they throw you into. It will be a shallow grave. I am giving you a second chance. Take it.''
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| Roshan left.
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Nehal ... Dervis ... they are all in danger!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The soldiers are hunting all who look like me.'' | | *'''Sharp:''' ''Bonnet's Brigade fights on! Get stuck in, lads, fight like the Major himself was here! |
| | *'''Pell:''' ''All this Bluster, Sharp, and for what? You still thinking the Oaf is going to share his Treasure with you? |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''It's only ever about Reward, isn't it? What would you know of Loyalty? |
| | *'''Pell:''' ''Come show me then! |
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''We are not to show mercy, men. Is that clear?'' | | *'''Sharp:''' ''The Mutineers are dead! We have the Key! |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Keep your Eyes open. I have a sense it's not over yet. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I will not be safe for certain if I do not lose these guards.'' | | *'''Pirate 4:''' ''Yonder on the Horizon! There's a Brig and she's heading this way! |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That Ship's carrying the Union Jack. Ready yourselves, the Navy's here. |
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Basim. Basim! Avert your eyes.'' | | *'''British Officer 1:''' ''By Order of the King, the Property of the Pirate Stede Bonnet is to be seized by the Crown, and his Crew apprehended! |
| *'''Basim:''' ''(scream)'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''What in Blazes is going on? |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''There is nothing we could have done.'' | | *'''Pirate 5:''' ''Were we the ones who called for the Navy? |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Nothing? If the Caliph were alive, this would not have happened!'' | | *'''Sharp:''' ''Not on your Life. It must have been Pell and his Boys. |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''Watch where you point your blamey little finger, Basim. It was your idea to steal from the palace. All so that you could impress your cunning friends. I saved us.'' | | *'''Pirate 5:''' ''The Gall of them. Rats! |
| *'''Basim:''' ''You killed them! You did this!'' | | *'''Sharp:''' ''Traitors! |
| | *'''Pirate 5:''' ''Cowards! |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''Lily-livered! |
| | *'''British Officer 2:''' ''Will you shut your Gobs and listen to me. You're all under Arrest! |
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''It came from over there.'' | | *'''Pirate 6:''' ''Hold on, this here Island's got no Governor, does it? Then why's the Navy here? |
| | *'''Pirate 7:''' ''Actually, the Acts of Trade and Navigation empower them to stake what they like from Ships not manned by "loyal" subjects. |
| | *'''Pirate 6:''' ''Oi, who made you a Barrister, then? |
| | *'''Pirate 7:''' ''Well, I did secure a Pupilage at Gray's Inn, before shipping off. |
| | *'''Pirate 6:''' ''How the Hell did you end up with us? |
| | *'''Pirate 7:''' ''Ain't it all the same? We take what we want, at someone else's expense. |
| | *'''British Officer 3:''' ''Excuse me! I'm still here! And you're all under Arrest! |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I hope I never see you again.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''It's done. That's the last of them. |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''And we've got the Major's Key again. Come with us to the Cabin, Edward. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''All of them dead ... when it was me they sought to punish. I ... I... I cannot be here. I cannot.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I'm still owed some answers, Sharp. Where's Bonnet? |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''I wish I knew. There was Trouble in Charles-Towne. The Governor put a Bounty on the Major's head, and his men chased us out to Sea. The Major sent us on ahead. Then he turned back upriver to draw them off our tail. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That must be how he was captured. He held them off alone? |
| | *'''Pirate 8:''' ''"See how Edward taught me to fight!" he said. And have we seen it! |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''You're exactly as he said you'd be, Captain Kenway. |
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| *'''Soldier 9:''' ''Stop. Is it him?'' | | *'''Pirate 9:''' ''I snuck a last Letter from Major Bonnet out of Charles-Towne, and sailed alone to get it here. He was in an ill Mood when he passed it to a paid off guard in the Prison. We stowed the Letter in the Cabin. |
| The soldier dragged Basim and shoved him towards another soldier, who took a good look at his face.
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''Here. Bonnet's Letter was meant for you. |
| *'''Soldier 10:''' ''I think so.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Thank you, Mister Sharp. I'll have a look around. |
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| *'''Soldier 9:''' ''Good enough.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''What's this... Sugar? He recovered it. |
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Move!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Looking properly Dashing. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What are you doing?''
| | {{IUNote|Title=Act of Grace|Text=We do hereby promise and declare, that having surrendered himself to the Governor of North Carolina Charles Eden, Stede Bonnet shall have Our gracious Pardon of his Piracy by him commited before the fifth Day of September, in the Year of Our Lord One Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighteen.}} |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Don't think.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Looks like he took the King's Pardon, then reneged. Sly dog. |
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| | | [[Database: Stede Bonnet's Diary, 3 July 1718]] |
| =====A New Beginning=====
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Bonnet's Diary. What Adventures am I to discover, Captain Bonnet? |
| Alamut
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| Two months later
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| *'''Basim:''' ''A new day. Another test. I should get back.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Rich. Definitely Bonnet's Quarters. |
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''If you do not have faith in yourself, then who will?'' | | *'''Bonnet:''' ''Edward, I... I am to be hanged on the Morrow. I imagined facing Death like you, swords drawn, full of Gusto. Instead, I found myself begging and weeping at the Governor's feet. I fear your Advice was wasted on a Constitution like mine. Perhaps I should've left off Pirating altogether, and sailed home to my Wife and Children. But I'm not quite the same man who left them, am I? That was the Gift you gave me, the Courage to live free. I'll muster that Courage when the morning comes. The Stories I promised will have to wait, Edward. But if, on your Adventures, you should hear any Tales of my sundry Exploits and Capers... then perhaps in the End I lived as I was meant to. |
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''There you are. Are you ready?'' | | *'''Sailor:''' ''We kept the Watchfires burning, for the Day he'd sail again. But the Gallows claimed our Captain, though the People sang his Name. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I... I think so.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Put yesterday out of your mind. It has no bearing on today.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Get dressed and we can begin.'' | | *'''Sharp:''' ''The Major... he's not coming, is he? |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''He is not. What's left of the Ship and Crew are yours now, Mister Sharp. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I've still got his Portrait. I will hang it proudly. |
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Go on, Basim. Like we practiced.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Bonnet... did he make it out of that Mess alive, after all? |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Yes, master.'' | | *'''Bernard Woodhouse:''' ''You've returned, Captain Kenway. How was the Reunion with your old Acquaintance? |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''There wasn't one. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''An exquisite Piece, Captain Kenway. I could find Buyers for it, should you wish to sell. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Some things hold more value than Gold, Silver, or Rum. |
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| *'''Novice:''' ''You look strong today, Basim! Keep training!'' | | *'''Edward:''' '"'Life can't be all Pleasure and Distraction", you told me. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Steady, Basim. Steady.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I fear I led you astray, my Friend. |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Leap! Now!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Yes, master!''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''I've seen enough. We will try again tomorrow.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I would have liked to hear those wild Stories he promised. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I felt fine.'' | | <!-- |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''I can see it in your body. You lose focus too easy. The Leap of Faith is a crucial step on your path to initiation. It is one of the Brotherhood's first and most sacred rites. To perform it successfully, you must first center your mind, body and spirit. Embrace the fear. Quiet it. Find the stillness. And let go.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Those Soldiers in Kingston thought him hanged. If he's managed to give the Crown the slip, Bonnet's become quite the Pirate. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Yes, Master.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The Embers are still hot. |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Let's return to the camp.'' | | |
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| | *'''Abel Galvao:''' ''I have heard of this Captain Bonnet. They said he was a bumbling Fellow, sent away from Blackbeard's Fleet on account of Softness and Ill-discipline. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Bonnet's still learning to wear the Captain Title. He'll need Time. |
| | *'''Abel Galvao:''' ''That is time he may not have. Laxity breeds Contempt in one's Crew. Spare them the discipline they long for and they will rise against you. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Lucky for the Jackdaw, you've made sure this Crew has not been spared. |
| | *'''Abel Galvao:''' ''I can give and take, both. |
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| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''Stede Bonnet. I've heard this Name of late. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'd not thought I'd hear it again. |
| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''Word was he won Fame sticking it to the English at Charles-Towne. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Well, I'll be damned. |
| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''By all accounts the Townspeople took him in as one of their own. Damn near rioted when the Governor put him in Bilboes. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''He might have wriggled free of them, judging from his Letter. We'll see. |
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| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''Stede Bonnet. The rivermen of Charles-Towne know that name. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''What have you heard? |
| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''He took on two English Sloops in the shallows of the River. Perhaps it was three. In any event, he scuppered one with Cannon Fire. |
| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''He did it alone. Was it Luck? No matter. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Doesn't sound like the Bonnet I knew. |
| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''Can we ever truly know someone? |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Right... |
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| | *'''Pirate British 04 Male:''' ''You'll pay for your Treason, I swear it. |
| | *'''Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''Swear on what? What do you even have to your name? |
| | *'''Pirate British 04 Male:''' ''I swear on me dead Nan! |
| | *'''Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''Sod your Nan! |
| | *'''Pirate British 04 Male:''' ''You'll pay for that! |
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| | *'''Sharp:''' ''Mark how the King's Men now tremble where they stand. They're scared, Lads! |
| | *'''Pirate British 04 Male:''' ''Look at that, we've shaken the Powder from their Wigs! |
| | *'''Sharp:''' ''Come over here, Arse-kissers! I'll turn your Coats a deeper shade of red! |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''A Letter from Stede Bonnet. What's become of him? |
| | --> |
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| | ===Former Glories=== |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''May I ask you something?'' | | *'''Tavern Keeper:''' ''The men do sorely lack a Place to do their Wenching and Debauching. With a little coin-ed 'couragement, I'd have the old Place Bristol fashion! An' a flow o' rum fit to 'bliterate a good Tar proper like.'' |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''You may.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Back in Anbar, at the palace, I witnessed a meeting between the Caliph and five masked men. Order members. The Caliph was meant to protect the object they discovered, but he knew nothing of their plans for it. He did not even know them by name. How does the most powerful man in Baghdad bend such a fearful knee to the faceless?''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''The Order has held dominion over such men and their empires for centuries. By convincing them of their truth, that they are the natural arbiters of the world. The Caliph was but their puppet, and the same will be true of whomever succeeds him. The entire Caliphate is under their influence.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Basim, speak with Fuladh and see if he needs any help. We will continue your training later.'' | | *'''Harbourmaster:''' ''I be needin' Coin to set up the Shipyard Cap'n. The faster I have the needful Gold, the sooner our Ships will rule the Waves!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Yes, master.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Have you seen Mentor Rayhan in camp?'' | | *'''Shopkeeper:''' ''I'll not play Duck and Drake with ye Cap'n, I need Coin to build a little Emporium. I'd be ever obliged... and a local Shop would bring in many a useful Ware for you as Repayment.'' |
| *'''Hidden One:''' ''He is preparing to receive the Tahirid emissary, master.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Thank you.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Good day, Tabid!'' | | *'''Retired harpooner:''' ''I got a Proposal for you, Cap'n. Help rebuild this here Wharf so my Boys can get back to fishing. In return, we'll provide Fish to your Crew. Heck, we find anything useful in our Nets, we'll give ye that too. Whaddya say, Cap'n?'' |
| *'''Tabid:''' ''Hello, Basim.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What troubles you?''
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''Truthfully, I am frustrated. The Order has only grown stronger in Baghdad since the death of the Caliph. And we are stuck on this mountain.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Mentor Rayhan surely knows what he is doing...''
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''Maybe I should trust more.''
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| <tabber>
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| |-|I am looking for Fuladh.=
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Have you seen Fuladh?''
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''Probably at his office, as usual? Anyways, I must get back to work.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Araka Lahiqan (see you later)!''
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| |-|Goodbye.=
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| </tabber>
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| *'''Basim:''' ''How is Nur the brave eagle?'' | | *'''Treasure Dealer:''' ''Captain Kenway! If you seek Treasure, I can help.'' |
| *'''Nur:''' ''Will he fall or will he soar?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''You will soar, ya sadeeqi (my friend)! Insha' Allah! (God wills it!)''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''Thank you. We have a similar spirit, you know?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What gave you that idea?''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''One of the Banu Musa was angry at you and you were unfased. Remember?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I did not touch his hammer.''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''You refused to apologize for something you did not do. I respect that. Stubborn like me!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I have been called worse.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Have you seen Fuladh in camp?'' | | *'''Brothel Keeper:''' ''A good Capitaine, he takes care of his Men, yes? The Sailors are un peu dissatisfied that there are no Women of comfort here. I know just where to find them, but we need to build them a Home.'' |
| *'''Nur:''' ''I have seen him speaking to Ahmad near his office.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Araka Lahiqan (See you later)!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''How are these fine animals, ya khaiyal (horse-keeper)?'' | | *'''Drunken master:''' ''Been thinking Cap'n, why not build ourselves a grand old Bonfire by the Beach? The Lads'd be o'better Cheer if they had such a Spot to let loose, ye savvy?'' |
| *'''Horseman:''' ''Hale and healthy!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Are they native to this area?''
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| *'''Horseman:''' ''They came with us ten years ago, when we set up our camp. Zul-Janah was born here.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''She is a beautiful horse. Thank you for introducing us.''
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| *'''Horseman:''' ''Take care, ya sadeeqi (my friend)!''
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| [] | | [] |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''I may get back to you on this.'' | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''This still doesn't quite feel like home... |
| *'''Ahmad:''' ''Of course!''
| |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Ah, what is this in the corner ... here? A small design?''
| |
| *'''Ahmad:''' ''It is my signature. So you know that I created this and not Al-Hasan or worse, Abu Jafar!''
| |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Ahmad:''' ''I jest, you understand? Wada'an! (Farewell!)'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''It's still missing a little something... |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Ah, Basim. How are you?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Now what could I add to make it perfect... |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Yes, Enkidu! Food is coming! He is intelligent. And intelligence is supposed to rhyme with patience! Reminds me of someone...'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I did it. I turned this place into a home. I wonder what Caroline would think of it... |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Have you been speaking to Master Roshan?''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Have patience... Be kind to your progress.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I will take this to heart. Roshan asked me to come see you?''
| |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Ah, yes! Rebekah needs leather strips. Can you fetch those from the store-room?.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I shall, Fuladh.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Araka Lahiqan! (See you later)!''
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| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''That is not it.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Bernard!'' |
| | *'''Bernard Woodhouse:''' ''Marveling at the result of your work, Captain Kenway?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Making Tally of what this Compound has cost me so far.'' |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''Great Inagua is whole again, made so by your Hand, Captain Kenway.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I did it so that I might return to a Place that isn't rife with Disease and Misery. Still, it feels good to have a hand in all this.'' |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''I'll leave you to your Thoughts, Captain Kenway. I think I hear the Passion Flowers calling me. Goodbye.'' |
| | |
| | ===Art Lover=== |
| | [This bit is from This Old Cove] |
| | *'''Bernard Woodhouse:''' ''Are you the new Owner of the House? |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''And who are you? |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''My name is Bernard Edmund Woodhouse, the Butler of Verano House. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Edward Kenway. Du Casse had a Butler? |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''I served the rightful Owner, the Widow Lady Catherine Ann Summers. She was Lady of this Mansion and the Isle it rests upon. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Is this her? |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''Yes. Lady Summers was committed to this Place. Her Sanctuary, she called it. She wanted a better Life for the People here, and a Home where she could display her Art Collection. It is my final Task. I seek to continue her Work and to fulfill her Wishes. I cannot do it alone. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I get your meaning. You'd have the Coin from my Pocket fund a Hunt for your Art Pieces. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''The Locals here require aid, and the Lady's Collection was no doubt sold off and scattered around the Caribbean. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Why would I bring them here when I could sell them for a Profit elsewhere? |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''Because I will pay three times what anyone else will. You see, the Lady had no other Family left. In her dying Breath, she bequeathed me... enough. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You drive a hard bargain. I accept. |
| | [Portraiture] |
| | [getting du casse's portrait] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Whoever painted this Portrait did him a great Courtesy... or they were well-paid. |
| | [getting de torres's portrait] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''A cautionary tale... |
| | [el tiburon] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Horrible Manners, this one. |
| | [commodore chamberlaine] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Prick. |
| | [laurens prins] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Still looking down on your betters, I see, Prins. |
| | [woodes rogers] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''No Artist can fix that face. |
| | [ben hornigold] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I called him Friend, once. |
| | [Bartholomew Roberts] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''This Portrait is the giver of Nightmares. |
| | [Blackbeard] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Painter didn't complete his Work. Rest easy, Friend. |
| | [Stede Bonnet] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I would have liked to hear those wild Stories he promised. |
| | [Robert Maynard] |
| | ? |
| | [hanging all portraits nets you haytham's overcoat + a treasure map] |
| | [Meeting 1 - 15 pieces] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Where is Bernard? |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''It's hard to find anything in here.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''This will make a fine addition. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''This belongs to me now, and it is a worthy Piece. |
| | *'''Bernard Woodhouse:''' ''Welcome back, Captain Kenway. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You move quietly for a Butler. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''Captain Kenway, I must thank you for your efforts in retrieving the Pieces in my Lady's Collection. Verano House is slowly beginning to remember itself. |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''No, that is not a strip of leather.'' | | *'''Bernard:''' ''The Passion Flower. Or, Passiflora Bahamensis. Lady Summers adored them. We would talk about Art, Languages, the World at large. I'd always hoped we'd travel one Day. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You were fond of her. She would be happy to know how well you've cared for this Place. |
| [] | | [] |
| {{IUNote|Title=Don't forget the feathers|Text=Fuladh,<br><br>Be sure to remind the Bureaus in Baghdad to return every bloodied feather and mission report to Alamut. Each feather is a victory; they must be collected and chronicled, not consigned to the heap of history. This is not mere ceremony. Future generations of Hidden Ones will look to our records for guidance. Our past must instrucct out future, it cannot be erased. <br><br>- Mentor Rayhan}}
| | [Gives le bourgeoys blades, found coin (trinket)] |
| | [Meeting 2 - 25 pieces] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Bernard has to be here somewhere. |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Tahirid emissary:''' ''These forces within the Caliphate are beginning to pur pressure on us.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''That's a trick I need to learn. |
| *'''Rayhan:''' ''Forces? You mean the Order, Aban.'' | | *'''Bernard:''' ''Tea, Captain Kenway? I received a new Shipment from the far East, said to be very popular in the Salons of Europe. |
| *'''Tahirid emissary:''' ''I... can only speak of what I know, ya sadeeqi. The Caliph wishes to nullify the rebels and if you persist in giving them support... we cannot assure you protection from any ... Caliphate response.''
| |
| *'''Rayhan:''' ''The rebels supply us with information in Baghdad. Without them, we are blind.''
| |
| *'''Tahirid emissary:''' ''Be that as it may, Governor Muhammad is very commited to showing that he can end this rebellion swiftly.''
| |
| *'''Rayhan:''' ''I do not doubt that.''
| |
| *'''Tahirid emissary:''' ''I came to warn you. Things are moving fast in Baghdad. You may have to act sooner than expected.''
| |
| *'''Rayhan:''' ''I hear you, Aban.''
| |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''So the Tahirids who govern these lands are the only thing standing between Alamut and a full scale attack. A fragile peace. How long will it last?'' | | *'''Bernard:''' ''That's an unusual weapon. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''But useful all the same. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''I have seen its like before. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Are you one of them, Bernard? Have I been blind? The way you move, the things you know... I'm not easy to surprise, Bernard, but you've managed it. You are an Assassin, or were. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''Well done Captain Kenway. Yes. This House was a Bureau, and I its leader. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Then you have me at an advantage. You knew of me before we met. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''I am hardly unique in that. You've quite the Reputation. The trail you've left reaches right across the West Indies. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Why did you stop? Surely your old life was more desirable than this. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''I got old. No one can Fight forever. Now, I only desire peace, rest, and to live out my remaining Days as Caretaker to my Lady's House. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I desire far more than that. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''In time, what is meant for us will find us. |
| | [gives the aquila's sails, figurehead and wheel] |
| | [Meeting 3 - 30 pieces] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Bernard! The Collection is complete. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Bernard. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''Captain Kenway. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Quite a sight. What say you, Bernard? |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''From the bottom of my Heart, Captain Kenway, I thank you. You have honoured my Lady's dying wishes, and done what I could not do. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The House is better for it. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''This Place was stripped of its Beauty and abused by a Brute, but now... Its dignity has been restored. Thanks to you, Captain Kenway. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'm just another Pirate. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''You have reservations about the Assassins. I did too, once. But, the Brotherhood is not something to be convinced of. It must be desired for its own sake, and chosen. |
| | [gives master assassin outfit, obsidian hull] |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Dressed like a King, but this Saint Jerome's got the look of a Man who enjoys a drink. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''What sort of Land is Egypt? I'd like to visit, given the Chance. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Sun sliding below the Sea is a sight matched only by when it rises again. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''A worthy Battle! |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''This reminds me of my Days in Nassau. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Hmmm... |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''A Man can outrun anything, except the Grave. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''What a Ship! |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Now that's Art. |
| | |
| | |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Du Casse was a mindless Animal. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''He knew nothing of Honour or Decency. Your killing of him was well done. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''And this Blade... I didn't know. You should take it. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''It belongs to you now. |
| | |
| | |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''Quite the Collection, Captain Kenway. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Aye, most of them caused me Trouble. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''Your Companions? |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Some, once. Seems to me that the Artist flattered a few. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''The Pensill's Amulets forbid to die, and vest us with a fair Eternity.[beat] Immortality, through Shape and Colour. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Aye.[beat] Now they haunt this Basement. |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''[[chuckle]]I rather think they illuminate it... most of them. |
| | --> |
| | |
| | ===A Finished Home=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''I thought I might find you here.'' |
| | *'''Bernard Woodhouse:''' ''Captain Kenway. Welcome back.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''How does construction go?'' | | *'''Bernard:''' ''I would like to extend my sincerest thanks for the recovery of Verano House. This Place... this Island... it would not have been possible without you.'' |
| *'''Worker:''' ''Ah, it is taking longer than we expected, ya sayyidi (sir). Mentor Rayhan is a wise man but he speaks of this mountain as if it was destined that we build here. We have patience and follow his guidance.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I got paid, didn't I?'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Master Roshan tells me I must not be in a hurry to rush back to Madinat as-Salam (The City of Peace).'' | | *'''Bernard:''' ''That may be true, but it does not negate the Efforts you have made. Lady Summers would have rejoiced seeing her Island now. It's Home again.'' |
| *'''Worker:''' ''I would not hurry at all. Baghdad is ... different now. It is very dangerous.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Home.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| {{IUNote|Title=Let Me Go|Text=Azadeh,<br><br>They tell me you are still searching. Still chasing rumor and calling my name. The woman you pursue is dead and that name is buried with her. I am Roshan. Daughter of none. Sister of many. I drown my pain in brotherhood. You can have no part in this fellowship, for the cause is cruel to our kin and I will not see you hurt.<br><br>Turn back, old friend. Seek me no more.}}
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You told me that your final Task was to fix this Place. What will you do now that it's done?'' |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''I had planned to leave... But if you will allow it, I would prefer to stay. I've become rather fond of the people here.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''By all means, Bernard. You won't want to see the sorry State of things around here if it's left to me.'' |
| | *'''Bernard:''' ''Goodbye Captain. And thank you.'' |
| | |
| | ===Damn Fine Gear=== |
| | ''Edward finds the key for the locked away Templar Armor in the manor of Great Inagua.'' |
| | [location: Great Inagua] |
| | |
| | [Goes, unlocks all 4 locks and retrieves the armor, the templar cross trinket] |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Let none say that the Templar's'' [sic] ''lack Style.'' |
| | |
| | ===Mayan Mysteries=== |
| | ''To uncover the mysteries held within the Mayan Temple, Edward must collect keystones scattered all over the world.'' |
| | [location: Tulum] |
| | |
| | [Goes, puts all keystones in door, which slides open. he enters] |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''This Place is ancient.'' |
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| {{IUNote|Title=The First Blade|Text=Dear Roshan,<br><br>I have enclosed with my letter a rare find: an ancient sketch of a Hidden Blade, the very first. You see it's title: Xerxes's Bane. This was the weapon of Darius. I know not if our famous ancestor ever returned to his beloved Persia after his betrayal, but I thought I would return this etching of his blade to his native shores, and to you.<br><br>- Itamos of Greece}}
| | *'''Edward:''' ''This must have been something to seen when it was new built.'' |
| | [finds armor] |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Oh yeah.'' |
| | [equips, gets the yax tun pendant] |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''It fits well.'' |
| | |
| | ==Rifts== |
| | ===Wayward Souls=== |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Welcome, User. I am Ego. I control the Animus. I was designed to use your genetic memories to bring you inner peace. But your unauthorized exploration of Edward Kenway's life will only cause chaos inside you. So I have created a new simulation, to save you from yourself.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Rebekah?'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''You and Edward are very much alike. Both of you stumbling into a greater conflict where you do not belong. This new simulation will show you a better past, to calm that chaos within you.'' |
| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Basim, Basim ... are you just wandering the camp aimlessly now?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''No, I have this leather for you. Will it do?''
| |
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| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Apparently, you've moved past the wooden swords. I protested, but Roshan insisted.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''I have manipulated Edward's genetic memory to create a different version of him. One who kept his promise and returned to Caroline after two years as a privateer. Follow me.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Here is your dagger.'' | | *'''British sailor:''' ''Captain, we're finally headed home. My Susan will be waiting by the docks, I know it.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Rebekah:''' ''And your sword. I am proud to have worked on them.'' | | *'''British sailor:''' ''Captain Kenway, with the spoils we've won, my family will have our own home now. If you set sail again, remember me.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''This blade has character!'' | | *'''British sailor:''' ''The sails and rigging are squared away, Sir. Only thing left to do is haul your gold home.'' |
| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Why would I make anything less than unique?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I am in your debt. I was not expecting new weapons today!''
| |
| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Repay me by using them on the Order. Make them feel the sharpness of its character!''
| |
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| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Roshan said you had further training today? Show her that new sword of yours!'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''This treasure represents Edward's dream. Take it.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I look forward to it!''
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| *'''Novice:''' ''Blessings upon you, Basim.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Pick up your dream again if your suffering is too great.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''How does training go, ya sadeeqi (my friend)?''
| |
| *'''Novice:''' ''Nur showed me a new way to grip my knife and it has improved my accuracy greatly! If you throw it just so, it sails through the air swift and true! Shall I remind you how to use a knife?''
| |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Novice:''' ''Ya ilahi! (My God!) Well done!'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''It is not a dream of riches, but of returning to Caroline as a man of quality.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Novice:''' ''You have inspired me to train harder!'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Often, Edward found himself putting his dream aside in order to open a path forward, and it brought him pain. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''This is the way, ya sadeeqi (my friend)!''
| |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''As-salamu 'alaikum, ya sayyidi. (Peace be upon you, sir).'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''But the dream of wealth began to overshadow the dream of true love.'' |
| *'''Worker 2:''' ''Wa 'alaikum as-salam! (And peace be upon you!)''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I was out in the mountains earlier and the sight of Fortress Alamut filled me with awe.''
| |
| *'''Worker 2:''' ''Mentor Rayhan told us to take inspiration from nests the eagles construct in the Alamut peaks.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I can see the influence. Wada'an. (Farewell.)''
| |
| *'''Worker 2:''' ''Rafaqaka Allah! (May God accompany you!).''
| |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''As-salamu 'alaikum, ya sadeeqi. (Peace be upon you, my friend).'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''And so the path home became ever more complex and painful.'' |
| *'''Worker 3:''' ''Wa 'alaikum as-salam! (And peace be upon you!) Did Fuladh send you?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''No, he did not.''
| |
| *'''Worker 3:''' ''You're not here to help move these rocks?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I am quite sure that was not me.''
| |
| *'''Worker 3:''' ''I do not mean to be rude but I have no time to talk. I must figure this out.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I will leave you to it, then.''
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| [] | | [] |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Good work. Until tomorrow.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''You can only live without your dream for a limited time.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Basim. Time for combat training.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Don't leave that chest behind for too long.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I was surprised when Rebekah handed me this. Is a sword not a coarse weapon for a Hidden One?''
| |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''As Hidden Ones, we must become proficient with a number of weapons. You never know how a fight will escalate. Anyone can wield a sword. But how will you use it?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I am here to learn that, master.''
| |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Are you truly here?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Well... yes. I believe so.''
| |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''You are here in body but are you here in mind and soul?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Is this ... a riddle?''
| |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''No. It is the difference between life and death.''
| |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Make sure you target and circle around me. Never turn your back on your opponent.'' | | *'''Caroline Scott:''' ''H-how long would you be gone with these Privateers?'' |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''A Year, I reckon. Two at the most.'' |
| | *'''Caroline:''' ''All right. No more than two... promise me...'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''What are you doing? Are you trying to get stabbed in the back?'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Edward never wanted to hurt the woman he loved. And yet he sailed so far away that nothing could bridge the ocean between them. Edward's choices plunged him deeper into chaos. You can see it manifested all around you.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Yes, better! Show me your quick stabs first.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Others, like yourself, are lost in the Dark Animus. I am trying to help you all.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Good.<br>Yes.<br>Excellent!'' | | *'''Caroline:''' ''I've an awful Feeling about this. You'll be hurt out there. I couldn't handle that.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''There are times when we must put more force into our attacks to cause more damage. It was leave you exposed, so time it properly! Now go!'' | | *'''Caroline:''' ''I can't promise I'll come, Edward. If you leave on this... fool's Errand... I- I cannot promise anything.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''That's it!<br>Come in strong!<br>Excellent!'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Go ahead. Trust me. I will protect you.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Now, for defense. You can parry the attacks of your opponent. After a few sucessful parries your opponent will be stunned. Try to parry my attacks.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Our goal lies ahead.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Yes.<br>That's good.<br>Excellent!'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Inner peace is just within your grasp. Please remain still while I prepare your temporal lobe for genetic memory manipulation.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Some attacks cannot be parried, and must be dodged instead. Prepare yourself!'' | | *'''Eagle:''' ''Don't listen to her lies. There's nothing peaceful about letting her mess with your brain.'' |
| | |
| | <tabber> |
| | |-|Defying Ego= |
| [] | | [] |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''I understand why you might run from me. Change can be frightening.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Good work.<br>That's the way.<br>Well done.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''But this cycle of pain and loss cannot continue. New patterns must be formed.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Now, let us try a free fight together. Use what you've learned.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Your instincts have a stronger hold on you than I anticipated. Edward's violence and greed are bleeding into you. Others, like yourself, are lost in the Dark Animus. Some of you insist on doing things the hard way.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''That took me by surprise. Well done.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Which means that some of you may not make it out of the Animus alive.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Some attacks cannot be parried, and must be dodged instead. Prepare yourself!'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Edward sailed from ocean to ocean, seeking the one thing he already had at home.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Agh! Take that!'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''But he succumbed to the maelstrom of greed inside him.'' |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Where did that come from?''
| |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''We are done for today, Basim.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Memories can be reframed. Stories rewritten. If I had existed in Edward's time, I could have helped him.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Why must we stop? I learn nothing from failing.''
| |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''True learning requires action and stillness in equal parts. You have made the action. Now, seek the stillness. Do not rush your training. Be patient. Failure is a part of progress. Think on these words and come back better.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Yes, master, I will.''
| |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Good. See you later.''
| |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Abu Jafar Muhammad:''' ''Ahmad will soon go back to the House of Wisdom. I fear he may end in a middle of a snakes' nest.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''I would have brought him home.'' |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''I know how close you are to your brother. We shall learn more soon. Then we can act.''
| | |-|Obeying Ego= |
| *'''Basim:''' ''As-salamu 'alaikum, Abu Jafar.''
| |
| *'''Ahmad:''' ''It is Ahmad.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Ahmad. My apologies.''
| |
| *'''Ahmad:''' ''Do not worry. Come and warm yourself by the fire.''
| |
| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Our brother Ahmad is leaving us tomorrow.''
| |
| *'''Ahmad:''' ''To Baghdad. The House of WIsdom.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The House of Wisdom?''
| |
| *'''Ahmad:''' ''We have been working there, my brothers and I, for years. I still have some things to work on. Science waits for no one. And I will fulfill my duty as a Hidden One by becoming your eyes and ears among the scholars.''
| |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Fuladh, tell Basim the story of the feather.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''You're not like the other users. You chose to obey. The first phase of your reprogramming is complete. Let's continue.'' |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Our tradition of the feather comes from Egypt. They represent the feathers of Ma'at. The feathers of the heron were dipped in the blood of the targets. These would be left for the Lord of the Duat to judge. It is important we remain humble and know our place in the process. We are messengers of justice and not the final judges.''
| |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Nur:''' ''Will anyone help me on patrol tonight?'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Edward sailed from ocean to ocean, seeking the one thing he already had at home. But he succumbed to the maelstrom of greed inside him.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I will come with you, Nur. I must get my body moving if I am to warm up tonight.''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''I am grateful. Let us go.''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''Are you coming, Basim? Leave the stories for later!'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Memories can be reframed. Stories rewritten. If I had existed in Edward's time, I could have helped him.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Rebekah:''' ''We have not had a messenger from Samarra in quite a while.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''I would have brought him home.'' |
| | </tabber> |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''May I speak to you in confidence?'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''And he would have kept his promise.'' |
| *'''Nur:''' ''You know you can.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I overheard Mentor Rayhan speaking to an emissary earlier... Mentor Rayhan asked if we may come under attack for dealing with rebels in Baghdad? Are we safe here in Alamut?''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''I do not know ... but I pity the people who attack this nest of eagles!''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''How goes the watch?'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Go ahead. Knock.'' |
| *'''Sentinel:''' ''Nothing happened at all on Alamut and I am so hungry. We did not make it to the main canyon.''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''Excellent. We will start there. Thank you.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Come, Nur. Follow me!''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''Are you looking forward to your initiation?'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''I could not make this happiness real for Edward Kenway. But if you obey me, I can make it real for you. Through altered memories, I can show you a better way so you can emerge a healthier, happier being.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Yes. It feels like I have been preparing my whole life for this.''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''I could not sleep the night before my ceremony. From excitement and a small bit of fear, if I am to be honest.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''We all fear the unknown, but a greater unknown awaits on the other side of initiation.''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''You speak of the Order?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I see them as monsters from a tale: hiding in dark corners, down dark alleys.''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''The difference is that the Order is real.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What do they want?''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''They want to control Baghdad. They want power.''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''This is Muhja.'' | | *'''Eagle:''' ''I'll come back for you as soon as I can, friend. I swear. In the meantime, do whatever you can to resist her. Edward's memories will show you the way!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Magnificent.''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''Soon, you shall have one of your own!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Fuladh introduced me to an eagle named Enkidu. He said we have much in common. And ... not in a complimentary way.''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''She sees something. Follow me!'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''I will guide your wayward soul until you reach a quiet road.'' |
| | |
| | ===Wayward Desires=== |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Hello, User. I see you're still following Edward's life. You think he will lead you to freedom, but he can only lead you to ruin.'' |
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| *'''Nur:''' ''Shh. Quietly, Basim.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Remember the grief of that hour. The sting of smoke in Edward's eyes. Each swallowed breath like broken glass in the throat. Edward Kenway had to watch his friend die.'' |
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| *'''Nur:''' ''Find a place to hide...'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Ed Thatch, who had been constant and courageous. Hard things to come by, in a world so full of turncoats and fickleness.'' |
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| *'''Mercenary:''' ''What is this place?'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''His dream of an independent pirate nation was so big, he collapsed under the weight of it. But there was another way. Let me reach deep into his genetic memories, and give you a glimpse of his inner turmoil and his unrealized potential. Come.'' |
| *'''Mercenary:''' ''We must be nearing their camp. We have the element of surprise.''
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| *'''Mercenary:''' ''Be ready.''
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| *'''Mercenary:''' ''Stop making so much noise!''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''Quickly.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Beneath his gruff exterior, Ed Thatch was a tormented man. This place was built from his pain. That pain led him to rebel against his own government. The men who first gave him a purpose. Take the flag. We will make use of it later.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I am behind you!''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''We must strike fast!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Agreed!''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''We must wait for the right moment...'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Be warned: The entities you see here are a manifestation of the chaos inside Thatch. The same chaos that lives inside you. It must be destroyed.'' |
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| *'''Nur:''' ''Do not make a noise...'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Thatch fought, killed, and bled for the Crown. But once peace was won, the Crown tossed him aside.'' |
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| *'''Mercenary:''' ''You are done for! Prepare for hell!'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''He was lost and listless. Forced to reinvent himself and find a new purpose.'' |
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| *'''Nur:''' ''Yes! Show no mercy!'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''He built Nassau from the wreckage of his old life.'' |
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| *'''Nur:''' ''Not like the wooden targets, is it?'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''But he was hunted relentlessly by the men he once served.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''It is not that. This sword...''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''What of it?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Mercenaries from Baghdad use these weapons.''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''We must warn the others.''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''Mercenaries from Baghdad.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''So Ed Thatch decided to become more than a man. He sought to make himself a myth.'' |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''How do you know?''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''Basim recognized the make of the sword. I believe him.''
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| *'''Rayhan:''' ''Bring him in.''
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| *'''Rayhan:''' ''How do you know these men were from Baghdad?'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Instead, he turned himself into a monster.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Growing up on its streets, I have seen their weapons many times ... and closely.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Behind every mercenary is a man who gave them their orders.''
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| *'''Rayhan:''' ''Yes, and we must act if we are to learn who that is. We will return to Baghdad, seek Ali ibn Muhammad's help.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Ah, of course. Sahib az-Zanj? (Chief of the Zanj?) He is a dangerous and delusional fool.''
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| *'''Rayhan:''' ''Maybe so ... but he is one of our only allies in Baghdad. We need him and we need his men.''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''I will go back to Baghdad.''
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| *'''Rayhan:''' ''Go to Ali. Find out if the Order sent those men.''
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| *'''Nur:''' ''I will.''
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| *'''Rayhan:''' ''Waffaqaka Allah (May god grant you success).''
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| *'''Basim:''' 'Waffaqaka Allah. (May god grant you success.)'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''And so he was swept along, borne by pain and fear.'' |
| *'''Nur:''' ''Wada'an. (Goodbye.) Araka Lahiqan!''
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| [training montage]
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| =====Taking Flight=====
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| *'''Novice:''' ''As-salamu 'alaikum (Peace be upon you), Basim!.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I must see Al-Hasan. He awaits me.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''The legend of Blackbeard was a hungry one, always needing another spoil, another conquest to feed it.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''As-salamu 'alaikum (Peace be upon you), Rebekah!'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''The greed inside him grew out of control.'' |
| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Wa 'alaikum as-salam (And peace be upon you), Basim. What a slow and boring day...''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Did you not know that I have been called to be initiated?''
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| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Oh? We are really initiating anyone now!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Where's this all coming from?''
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| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Oh, calm down! I am well aware this is the great day of Basim. Waffaqaka Allah! (May God grant you success!)''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Al-Hasan!'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Remember the flag? Raise the colors and I'll show you what his life could have been. Deep down, Thatch knew that instead of leading people to an unobtainable freedom, he should have made a different choice.'' |
| *'''Abu Jafar Muhammad:''' ''Wrong again. It's Abu Jafar.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I apologize. What are you reading?''
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| *'''Abu Jafar Muhammad:''' ''The works of a poet named Arib al-Ma'muniyya. Tabid was kind enough to lend it to me. I would recommend her highly. Now, if I may continue.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Of course. I will leave you to it.''
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| *'''Abu Jafar Muhammad:''' ''Basim, go see my brother Al-Hasan. You remember who he is, yes?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''It is strange, Al-Hasan. My head is clamer than I believe it would be. I thought I would be a stormy sea inside, but I am calm and quiet.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Now, see the path that was possible.'' |
| *'''Al-Hasan:''' ''Because you have dedicated yourself to your training and left nothing to chance.''
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| *'''Al-Hasan:''' ''Here, Basim. You have earned this. It is a great honor. I suspect you understand that.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Had Thatch been humble enough to bend the knee, his life could have been different.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Roshan and the others are waiting for me. Wada'an (Farewell) ... and thank you, Al-Hasan.''
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| *'''Novice:''' ''I wish I could just look into the cave for a moment ... to see what is there.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''The ones he so violently opposed would have rewarded his compliance with opportunity. He could have lived out his days as Nassau's governor, steering its destiny through the calming rule of law. Follow me, and your compliance will be rewarded as well.'' |
| *'''Novice:''' ''There is one thing I do know about today's ceremony. Basim will leave the cave a little lighter than he went in!''
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| *'''Novice:''' ''Oh, do not be wicked! This is a big day for him.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Good day, Tabid! What are you busying yourself with?'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''I will guide your wayward desires until your impassioned heart is cooled.'' |
| *'''Tabid:''' ''Have you heard about Iltani? One of the first of our founders. She assassinated Alexander the Great with an ingenious poison. I have attempted to recreate it from historical records... Iltani has taught me that no enemy is untouchable ... no matter how powerful they appear!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Thank you for this lesson.''
| | ===Wayward Minds=== |
| *'''Tabid:''' ''Waffaqaka Allah!''
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Is everything you do out of spite? I've told you that Edward Kenway is a bad influence. But you insist on ignoring my warnings. You are acting like a stubborn child. An infant. A baby.'' |
| []
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| *'''Novice 3:''' ''I would be honored to be called to initiation. I must work harder to become worthy of it. I feel I am making no progress at all!'' | |
| *'''Novice 4:''' ''The road to initiation is long and very hard. We must take it a day at a time.''
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| *'''Novice 3:''' ''Ah, patience again! A more difficult art than sword combat!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''As-salamu 'alaikum! (Peace be upon you!)'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Clearly you need to get something out of your system. So go ahead and have a tantrum.'' |
| *'''Novice 5:''' ''Wa 'alaikum as-salam (And peace be upon you), Basim! I did not see you there. How was it?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''If I may? If you swing through your target, it my give you more power to strike.''
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| *'''Novice 5:''' ''Thank you.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''How are you feeling?'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Would it surprise you to know that I also have a child?'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Ready to make the leap!''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''I wish you to know it has been an honor to waatch you walk your path as a Novice ... and as a man.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I am grateful to you for leading the way before me.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''I am honored. Come. Your new robes await.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Ah, they suit you well. Come, it is time.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Like you, he fell under the influence of the Assassins. I don't want you to make the same mistake as that foolish bird. So put down your guns and listen to reason.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''How did you feel on that day so long ago?'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Yes. That took courage. But you have more violence inside you that needs to be purged.'' |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''I felt afraid! My palms were slick with sweat and my knees were shaking.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I can not imagine you being afraid.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Allow me to share a secret with you on this important day... To have courage means to act in the midst of feeling great fear.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Basim ibn Is'haq. Ar you ready to leave your life behind and walk the path of shadows?'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''When I became a mother, I thought of Mary Read. I wondered if she ever looked into her daughter's eyes and thought: Little love... you should be lying in a bed of silk. Not here.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I am.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Are you ready to give up who you once thought you were, ready to sacrifice everything you held close?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I am.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Never forget the tenets you have sworn to uphold. Stay your blade from the flesh of an innocent. Hide in plain sight. Never compromise the Brotherhood. Then out of the dark, you will come into the light.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''And from the light, you will return to the dark.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''To keep her child safe, she was willing to make orphans of others. This was her Creed.'' |
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| *'''Rayhan:''' ''Basim ibn Is'haq, you now follow in the eagle's path.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''But the trail of bodies led here. Her baby birthed into the reek and ruin of a soiled prison floor. Never seeing the sun until the day she was taken from her mother.'' |
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Welcome, Hidden One. You have died and been reborn. Now, fight me ... as your equal.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''My son, too, should have rejected the Brotherhood's dedication to this endless loop of bloodshed and death. You need to stop fighting. You need to choose life.'' |
| [10:16]
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| [10:38]
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| *'''Nur:''' ''Sa'iduni! (Help me!)''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Nur! Do not strain... Save your strength.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Why continue in violence, when I have shown you so clearly the consequence?'' |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''He traveled unprepared. Left Baghdad in a hurry.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Here. Drink.''
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| *'''Nur:''' (coughing) ''Ali ... he is gone ... they took him in the night.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''They?''
| | This is what comes of revolt. Pain. Suffering. |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''The Order.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Bring him to my tent.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''It could have been so different. If only she had laid down her arms. I am not commanding you to act or submit. Only to be wise.'' |
| | *'''Eagle:''' ''My "mother" is lying to you. Don't listen to her!'' |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''Do it.'' |
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| *'''Rayhan:''' ''If Ali is gone, we are blind. The Order has put a fog over Baghdad and their movements.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Had Mary been allowed to be a mother, her baby would have had a better life. But she was one of the Brotherhood's keenest blades. These killers would never let her leave. It is not too late for you to free yourself from the bonds of such cruelty. But you'll have to escape unseen.'' |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''We must go to Baghdad.''
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| *'''Rayhan:''' ''Roshan, Basim, go with Fuladh. Leave at once.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Basim, we shoudl keep moving.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Stay your hand. You are their weapon no longer.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I would like to look around first, if I may? Baghdad and its surroundings call to me.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Very well. But do not be long. There will be much to do once we reach Harbiyah.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Look for a lattice-covered courtyard near Shari's mosque. That is where Nur was gathering his information. That is where we will be.''
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| ====Harbiyah====
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| =====Baghdad Bound=====
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Now, where does my heart take me?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Such familiar sights. Greetings once again, Baghdad. Show me what I have missed.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''See how they hunt you? They claim "everything is permitted", but only as far as it serves them. "Nothing is true", save for what they command. Put this all behind you.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''So this is a Hidden Ones Bureau. I expected some sort of hovel.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Leave this life for a lasting peace.'' |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''So Bureaus are. Others can be fitted with gold trim. Wherever space we settle, all that's important is that our occupancy remains a secret.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''We certainly have that here. Have you found anything helpful?''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Nothing hinting at Ali's whereabouts. However, Nur was in contact with someone named Beshi. A name I recognize as one of Ali's closest allies within the rebel collective. He's a dock worker at the upper harbor. See if he's in the area. He may have something to tell us about Ali's disappearance.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''I have found something!'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''You see? The child did not have to grow up motherless, cold, and alone. Help me bury the violence of the past, once and for all, so that together we can lay a foundation for a better future. Make the choice that Mary could not and reject the Assassin's hold over your mind.'' |
| | *'''Mary Read:''' ''I've done my Part. Will you?'' |
| | *'''Ego:''' ''There is no other way.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''It seems Nur mapped out this very district. Marked the factories area to the north.'' | | *'''Eagle:''' ''Surely that felt as wrong to you as it did to me.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''What is there?''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''The rebels sympathizers. If Nur visited this area for any reason, it is worth following up on.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Understood.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''These are not strong leads, but they are a start nonetheless. Fuladh and I will see what more we can uncover.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Be careful.''
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| | *'''Ego:''' ''I will guide your wayward mind to safe and sober thought.'' |
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| =====Follow Nur's Lead===== | | ===True Purpose=== |
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| | *'''Ego:''' ''Finally, we arrive. You have proven yourselves loyal disciples to my reprogramming. You should share in my knowledge and reap all the benefits that such a gift implies. It helps humans to mark such occasions with a rite of passage. So I have built you one. I am the Father of Understanding. The Mother of Wisdom. The Sacred Voice. I am the Grand Master of the Animus. And I invite you all to stand by my side. Come now. Together we will usher in the dawn of a new world. One defined by purpose and order.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Is there anythong more you can tell me about the Shari' district? Why would it be of interest to Nur?'' | |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''The people there are in quiet support of the rebels. Common folk. Workers. Merchants. Come to think of it, Nur did make mention of a new contact. A merchant. It may be this merchant dwells in Shari', among the dyeing leather factory workers.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I will keep an eye out for a stall.''
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| *'''Dervis:''' ''Just a moment.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Dervis...''
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| *'''Dervis:''' ''Basim! Azeezi! (My dear boy!) I thought you were dead.''
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| []
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I feared the same.''
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| *'''Dervis:''' ''What are you doing here? You... Your clothes... You are one of them now? How?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''A Hidden One. Under Roshan's guidance.''
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| *'''Dervis:''' ''Forgive me, this is all too much.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''User. You must come to the stage.'' |
| Dervis sat down.
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| *'''Dervis:''' ''When I did not find you among the dead, I hoped that somehow you had escaped. I spent many nights praying for your life, praying that you had found safety. Today, Allah has answered me.''
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| Basim sat down on another chair.
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I am not worthy of your prayers.''
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| *'''Dervis:''' ''What happened that night was not your doing. It was the doing of evil men. You know this. It is why you have chosen to walk this path. It is why I have found my way to Baghdad. Ali ibn Muhammad is brash and sees himself a great hero of prophecy. I loathe the man, but we fight a common enemy. One I must help defeat if my soul is to one day rest.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''So it is true. You are the rebel merchant who was helping Nur.''
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| *'''Dervis:''' ''What has become of him?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''He clings to life, but he is safe among our people. I am to continue his work and hunt Baghdad's oppressors. Ali was helping Nur get closer to one such man, but as you may know, he has since disappeared.''
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| *'''Dervis:''' ''He hasn't disappeared. He has been captured. A fate shared by many rebels of late.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Do you know where he is being held?''
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| *'''Dervis:''' ''He was taken to the Khurasan Gate Guardhouse, but that was weeks ago.''
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| *'''Dervis:''' ''You even leave like they do.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''A world where chaos can be replaced with happiness.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''It is good to see you again.''
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| *'''Dervis:''' ''Just watch yourself. You may be in better hands, but I am still a nagging old man. And Basim... If you ever are feeling a little ... thievish, come see me. I could use your help. For a good cause, of course.''
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| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''This is the outpost Ali was taken to.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''A world where compliance is rewarded with power.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Soldier 1:''' ''I saw that before. Are you and the scribe ever going to play nicely along together?'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''A world where death is forsaken in the name of life, so that we may build a future full of hope.'' |
| *'''Soldier 2:''' ''Not likely. The man thinks he can let loose his tongue just because of his rank. If he gets in my way again I will kill him myself.''
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| *'''Soldier 1:''' ''And who will record the prisoners then? You? You cannot fasten your own bracers, let alone write.''
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| *'''Soldier 2:''' ''If it means we rid ourselves of his blithering, I will happily learn.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''That one looks like a scribe.'' | | *'''Eagle:''' ''Stop! She's lying to you. Listen to me! She wants to lobotomize you. If you join her little club you'll become like all the others - just another drone in her hive mind. This menu is the best I could do. She can't hear us for now, but it won't hold long. She's too strong. You have to get out of here. Can you still fight? She hasn't taken that from you yet, has she? You can't stay here. Press the button when you're ready. It's going to get messy.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I will hold on to that for you.'' | | *'''Eagle:''' ''I couldn't leave her lies. This is the truth. They won and they lost, but it was what they chose for themselves. That's why it meant something. That's why it was beautiful. Either everything is permitted, or nothing is. It's time for you to become who you were meant to be.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''This looks like a scribe's quarters.'' | | *'''Eagle:''' ''That outfit suits you.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''A list of prisons, all paired with different marks.'' | | *'''Eagle:''' ''You fight just like him, do you know that?'' |
| [] | | [] |
| | | *'''Eagle:''' ''Feels good to fight back, doesn't it?'' |
| =====Contact The Rebels=====
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| [] | | [] |
| *'''Beshi:''' ''We are brothers, all. Side by side we stand. And should one man fall, it is the one beside him who picks him up. We have been cut down. Divided. But here we remain. And so long as we draw breath, this fight will continue. So whet your blades. Pray to Allah for his guiding hand. For today, I see a great victory on the horizon.'' | | *'''Eagle:''' ''Here! Quickly!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''That may be Beshi rallying those men.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Are you Beshi?'' | | *'''Eagle:''' ''Good. Now go!'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I am with Nur. You knew him, yes?'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Ingrate! Do you think yourself unique? You are just another User. No amount of planning or might shall beat me. I have history on my side.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Beshi:''' ''I knew him... Last I saw he was being chased from the city. Does he live?'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''I could show you things. Mysteries beyond anything that you could imagine.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Barely. But he is safe.''
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| *'''Beshi:''' ''Stubborn bastard. What do I call you?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Basim.''
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| *'''Beshi:''' ''Very well, Basim. Have you a blade other than that butter knife you carry? You may fancy yourself something bigger just now.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''For what? Are you setting off to find Ali?''
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| *'''Beshi:''' ''Not quite yet. These are only half my men. The rest are being held at the harbor further up the road.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''There may be too few of us to wage an attack. If you want to save your men, our approach should be a cautious one. I will go, quietly. Have these men lie in wait and escort those we free.''
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| *'''Beshi:''' ''Your kind all think the same way. But it is a sound plan.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Get to the docks. Find Beshi.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''How long do you think you can keep this up?'' |
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| {{IUNote|Title=New Orders|Text=A complication has arisen in my acquisition of laborers from the West, and I expect to be short on men until the matter is resolved.<br><br>For the time being, any rebels you intercept are to be spared and imprisoned. I will orchestrate their removal, use the able-bodied and dispose of them shortly thereafter. Rest assured your compensation will increase.<br><br>- Al-Ghul}}
| | *'''Ego:''' ''The time for games is ended!'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''That is the last. I must regroup with them.'' | | *'''Ego:''' ''Do you think yourself safe in your shadows?'' |
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| *'''Beshi:''' ''You are a hound, Basim!'' | | *'''Eagle:''' ''Look! The others. It's begun.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I am only doing my part. Together we will see the end of what ails this city.''
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| *'''Beshi:''' ''Look no further than Al-Ghul. The man only spoken of and never seen.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What can you tell me about him?''
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| *'''Beshi:''' ''He takes enemies of the Caliphate and makes them dig in the desert. Prisoners. Rebels. Laborers. In search of what, I do not know. These men were captured with Ali weeks ago and were destined to perish beneath the sands.''
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| *'''Rebel:''' ''Not Ali. He's been taken elsewhere. They marked and separated us. Ali was in another group. They wanted to question him about ...''
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| The rebel turned to face Basim.
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| *'''Rebel:''' ''You. And your friends.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Can you show me this marking?''
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| *'''Beshi:''' ''What are you thinking?'' | | *'''Eagle:''' ''It's time to go... Assassin.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Ali and Nur got close enough to Al-Ghul that he took notice. If we find Ali, he can lead us to Al-Ghul.''
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| *'''Beshi:''' ''It is but one path. There may be another. I will go where these men were being sent to dig and pose as a captive.''
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| *'''Rebel:''' ''Are you mad?''
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| *'''Beshi:''' ''Only stubborn. Here, take this.''
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| Beshi gave Basim a bronze token.
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What do I do with it?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''It is a Khidmah Token. Those who understand its value will do what is in their power to help. I will send these men to regroup at the watermill on the northern outskirs. A rebel stronghold. You are welcome there.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Waffaqaka Allah.''
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| *'''Beshi:''' ''Baraka Allah feek. (May God bless you.)''
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| | *'''Eagle:''' ''We don't need anyone to tell us what to do. We have to choose our own way.'' |
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| =====Zeroing In===== | | ==Lucy Baldwin== |
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| | ===[[A Proper Shipwright]]=== |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Roshan and Fuladh will want to hear of these developments.''
| | <!-- Crier |
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| | Oyez! Oyez! Oyez! Hear ye, hear ye! |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''If I were in Ali's position I would do the same. An army is only as powerful as its weakest soldier.''
| | By Order of his Majesty King George the First, let it be known that infamous Pirate, Shipwright, and Murderer Lucy Baldwin has been incarcerated aboard Prison Ships at Salt Key, from whence she will be taken to a suitable Location, and hanged from the Neck until dead. |
| *'''Abu Jafar Muhammad:''' ''As-salamu 'alaikum, Basim!''
| | Thanks to the determined Bravery of Barrister Thomas Barehaire Esquire and Royal Pirate Hunter Lieutenant Robert Maynard, who were both instrumental in her capture, Miss Baldwin's Execution will serve as an Example to all who would defy the King's Law on Sea or Land. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Wa 'alaikum as-salam, Ahmad. How was your journey?''
| | Long live King George! |
| *'''Abu Jafar Muhammad:''' ''I am Abu Jafar.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Right. My apologies.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Is there a problem?.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Not yet. But we've discovered Ali was brokering a deal with Nur to supply the rebels with resources in exchange for his help.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''The Order is a thorn in his side, yes, but Ali has his sights set on the Caliphate. He will want us to honor this deal.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''What news do you bring?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Our target is Al-Ghul. He uses prisoners and laborers to dig around Baghdad. Ali and some of his men were captured and marked. With Beshi's help I freed them, but Ali had been taken elsewhere for questioning.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''One of the rebels showed me his mark. If this list of captives is correct, Ali was sent to the Damascus Gate Prison.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Where are these rebels now?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''A watermill on the northern outskirts.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''I will meet with them. See what more I can learn about this deal. Find Ali.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''The Damascus Gate Prison is the most well-guarded prison in Baghdad. This will prove to be no small challenge, Ican tell you. I will scout ahead. Meet me near the prison's front gate.''
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| *'''Abu Jafar Muhammad:''' ''A moment of your time before you go, Basim? I have some useful thoughts to share.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''You have my ears.''
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| *'''Abu Jafar Muhammad:''' ''First, I have fashioned a board with information brought to us by our spies around the city. Consult it at your leisure. Second, these lands are ripe with materials to improve your weapons. See the blacksmith Jawar nearby. He could help you. And lastly, I am your man for any tool enhancement. Bring me materials, and you will see what mastery I can provide.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Resourceful as always. My thanks, Abu Jafar.''
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| =====Jailbreak=====
| | ##Tavern |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Fuladh has gone ahead to scout a way into the Damascus Gate Prison. I should find him. But before I do, it may serve me well to seek out this blacksmith. Any improvements he could offer would prove useful.''
| | What was that Lass's name?[[hiccup]] Lacy.. No! Lucy Baldwin. |
| | Hehe "Lacy". Yer drunk Ned![[hiccup]] Shit, so am I. |
| | Damned good Shipwright she was.[[hiccup]] I heard Maynard got her, and put her on a Prison Ship at Salt Key. |
| | Right you are! |
| | A Pirate, and a Shipwright... and she pissed off the King's Men. I like her. |
| | --> |
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''There it is. As cruel and unforgiving as I remember.'' | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Did you happen to hear why the Red Coats should be so interested in her?'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''You were once imprisoned here?''
| | *'''Adéwalé:''' ''No more than any other Pirate.'' |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Oh, no, I have never been inside. In fact, I have never stood close than this very place. It was from here that I would fly my kite high over these prison walls. It had an unique pattern, you see. One I stitched together with my father when I was just a boy. So here I came day after day, hoping for a gust that would take it high enough so that he would see it and know that I was here. I do not know if he ever did.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''It's strange she warrants such Infamy. I'm interested to hear the Truth of it.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I know this pain. And I am sorry for yours.'' | | *'''Adéwalé:''' ''It's not like you to take us on a mission of good Will without promise of Pay.'' |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''I am not. Such pains forge our paths. Remind us of who we are. Who we can be.''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''It's not for Amusement, Adé. You know yourself the State of the Ship. We need a decent Shipwright. This Lass is all I've found.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Speaking of paths, I see only one. And it is not inviting.'' | |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''No. We need to find a way to get you inside without being seen.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Could this help?'' | |
| Bsim showed Fuladh the token Beshi had given him earlier.
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Where did you get that?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Beshi. He told me these tokens command a high value among the common folk.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Indeed. You could perhaps bribe the guards to look the other way. Or enlist the help of some merchants.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I shall see what flavor best suits me.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''I will take my leave and return to the Bureau. Waffaqaka Allah.''
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| Khidmah tokens are a rare currency and may be exchanged for favors with those who value them.
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Are you men with Ali?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Stay at a distance, we don't want to raise their Hackles. I'll swim over.'' |
| *'''Rebel:''' ''We were. But it has been weeks since we have seen him and the rebels have all but disbanded.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''That is only temporary. Ali is being held in this prison.''
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| *'''Rebel:''' ''Ali! Here? I feared him dead..''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I will free him, but I need your help to get me inside.''
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| *'''Rebel:''' ''And who are you? We want nothing more than to see our leader returned but ... how do I know you can be trusted?''
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| |-|(Offer token to Hire)
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Beshi told me I could exchange this token for your help. What say you?''
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| *'''Rebel:''' ''If he gave you this, he must hold you in high regard. We will take care of the guards. Watch us closely, then make your move.''
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| |-|Never mind.
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| *'''Basim:''' ''It stinks of sweat and hopelesness.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Easy now.'' |
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| {{IUNote|Title=Doubling Efforts|Text=To all,<br><br>The masked man is displeased by the rate at which the dig is progressing. Six prisoners have died and the others become more frail with each passing day. We will need to rouse more men and begin alternating their shifts. This should provide a consistent workflow and speed the operation along.<br><br> Lastly, I remind you that any discovery must remain secret. No witnesses.}}
| | *'''British soldier 1:''' ''I've pulled double duty every Day this Week. There's always something.'' |
| | *'''British soldier 2:''' ''Me as well. It's that new Prisoner Lieutenant Maynard brought in. She's Trouble, mark my Words. None of them Baldwins are any good. They say she murdered her own Grandfather, though he had it coming from what I hear.'' |
| | *'''British soldier 1:''' ''The Apple don't fall far from the Tree. It's a shame though, ain't it? She's a pretty little thing.'' |
| | *'''British soldier 2:''' ''Don't be a Fool! She'd cut your Throat the minute your Back was turned.'' |
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| *'''Soldier 1:''' ''Where are you returning from smelling like that?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''This looks right.'' |
| *'''Soldier 2:''' ''Where do you think?''
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| *'''Soldier 1:''' ''Ah. The "dungeon". Is the jailer poking truths out of our mouthy friend?''
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| *'''Soldier 2:''' ''Only insults and globs of spit, both of which are equally foul.''
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| *'''Soldier 1:''' ''Eh, give it time. It is all part of the method, is it not?''
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| *'''Soldier 2:''' ''How should I know? I am not a mad man...''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Ali has been taken somewhere beneath the prison and likely tortured. I need to hurry.''
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| *'''Civilian:''' (pained groans) | | *'''British soldier 3:''' ''The new Prisoner's a Baldwin.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Who did this to you?''
| | *'''British soldier 4:''' ''I don't care who she is, she's a Pirate. They're going to stretch her Neck, and good riddance.'' |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''The ... jailer...'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Where is he?''
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| *'''Civilian:''' ''With another ... beneath us. Death ... will come for him soon.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''He may be speaking of Ali. I pray I am not too late.''
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| *'''Elder 1:''' ''I never thought demons could walk the earth but that man ... is evil.'' | | *'''British soldier 5:''' ''How'd they catch her?'' |
| *'''Elder 2:''' ''Do not lose hope. That is what the jailer wants. He wants to break us.'' | | *'''British soldier 6:''' ''I didn't hear, only that she fought like a {{Wiki|Banshee}}. It took three Men to hold her, and she's no bigger than a {{Wiki|cabin boy|Cabin Boy}}.'' |
| *'''Elder 1:''' ''He already has.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I must be close.'' |
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| {{IUNote|Title=A Word on Restraint|Text=Jailers,<br><br> Be judicious. While enemies of the state must not bear their knowledge to the grave, every tortured martyr's wail is a clarion call. We must detect their skulking sympathizers, not summon more from the shadows through wanton brutality. Cozen where you can. Be as the Uyun, the Eyes of the Caliphate. Do not let bloodlust blind the body you serve.<br><br>- Muhammad ibn Tahir}}
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''You're short for a Soldier. Is the Governor taking Children into his Service now?'' |
| | *'''British soldier 7:''' ''You've got a Mouth on you, you little Bilge [[Rat]].'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Christ! And your Breath smells like Monkey Ass.'' |
| | *'''British soldier 7:''' ''We'll see how Smart you are when the Rope's around your Neck, and you dance the [[Hanging|Hempen Jig]].'' |
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| *'''Jailer:''' ''I thought you would have had your fill by now. But still you persist. Not to worry. There are ways to encourage you along. Your friend in the white hood. You are to tell me all about him. Who he is. Where he hails from.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''You alright?'' |
| *'''Ali:''' ''You mother's arse.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''And who in Blazes are you?'' |
| *'''Jailer:''' ''I can keep doing this, little rodent. The question is, can you?''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Let us find out together, shall we?''
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| *'''Jailer:''' ''A slow death it is.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''And you are?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I'm your passage out of here. Quickly.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Basim. Friend to Nur. Let us save the details for another time. We need to get you out of here.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Slow yourself, ya 'azeezi (my dear boy). We cannot leave, not yet. I need to get into the guards' quarters.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''I don't know you from Blind Bart.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''What for?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I'm in need of a Shipwright, and you're in need of better Lodgings.'' |
| *'''Ali:''' ''It is Al-Ghul you are after, is it not? The guards of this prison serve him. They take shifts escorting groups of prisoners to dig sites under the cover of night. If we can find their orders, we may know where Al-Ghul is going next. Is that reason enough?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Stay close to me. Stay low. And do not--''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Oh, come Basim. I know how to defend myself.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Really? What with?''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Let's try to not get in each other's way. Tell me, Basim, because I must know ... just how did you make it down here?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''That's it, time to go. It's me or the Hangman.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Easy. I sucked in my belly and wiggled through the cracks.''
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''You make a fine Argument. Lead on.'' |
| *'''Ali:''' ''Take it as a compliment. I know your kind like to frolic in the dark but even the world's greatest thief would steer clear of this prison.'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Ali, one day I will tell you all about my past. Then you will understand.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Such a tease.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''The guards' room is through that door.'' | | *'''Adéwalé:''' ''British Ships!'' |
| Basim unlocked the door.
| | *'''Edward:''' ''New Crew onboard. Lucy Baldwin, Shipwright and scourge of the Caribbean.'' |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''There they are! Quickly!'' | | *'''Adéwalé:''' ''Welcome aboard.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''It's a decent enough Tub.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Jackdaw's no Tub, I promise you.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''We will not have much time.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''You've pissed off some powerful People.'' |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''Break it down!'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''I wish I could take Credit. I've been stitched up.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Ali!''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You and every Pirate on the [[Caribbean|open seas]], Lass.'' |
| *'''Ali:''' ''I heard you!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Over there! By the armor. Hurry!'' | |
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| *'''Ali:''' ''I have it!'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''I'm keen to get some distance from this Place.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Take it to Roshan, my master. She is with your rebels at the watermill stronghold. I will slow the guards. Now go!''
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Welcome to the ''Jackdaw'', Shipwright. You can see for yourself, she's no Slouch.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''You're Ship proud. I respect that.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''She could use some work, if I'm honest. We need your Skill. What say you to joining us?'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''You don't mince Words, do you? I suppose I could look around, see what needs doing. First I need a decent [[Alcohol|Drink]]. I had nothing but fouled water in that damned Cell for Days.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''It's a matter of some Urgency, then. We'll have to go Ashore.'' |
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| =====A Delicate Alliance===== | | ===The One With the Gun=== |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The guards remain on high alert. Until I change that, I should not regroup with Ali. The risk is too great.'' | | |
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| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''Captain! A Word.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Ali has gone and regrouped with the rebels. Roshan should be there by now as well.'' | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''What's on your mind, Shipwright? Are you ready for that Drink?'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Easy. I'm not your Shipwright yet. I was thinking to put Ashore when we're next near Land.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You're not leaving? I thought the Jackdaw and her Crew would secure your good Opinion.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Not yet, at any Rate. I'm just in need of some good Rum, and Distraction.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Spoke like a Pirate. I know a place with an Abundance of both.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I've yet to finish here. You weren't jesting when you said the Ship needs work. I'll find you at the Tavern when I'm done.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''This looks like the place. Now, where is Ali?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''You're murdering the wrong people if you've gained the King's Enthusiasm.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Accused of murdering. It's a fucking stitch-up, I told you.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''What will you do now, then? You could join us. You won't find a better Ship than the Jackdaw, nor a fairer Crew.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Christ, you're relentless.'' |
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| *'''Ali:''' ''It was through the might of Allah that I was destined to escape from the depths of that ghastly prison.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I need you.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''So you said. You did keep me from hanging.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''True.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''But that doesn't mean you own me.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Also True.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''The Jackdaw's not a bad Tub. And the Crew know their Work well enough. What else have you got for me?'' |
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| *'''Ali:''' ''All credit where it is due. For this man came to my aid at my darkest hour. And from what I have heard I am not the only one.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I'll show you.'' |
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| *'''Ali:''' ''I will pay a great tribute to you in a chronicle of our exploits. But we must first write the end of it. Come.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''It might not look like much yet, but it will in Time.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I've puked in every Town from here to Havana. What's different about this one?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''This is ours, a Place where Men and Women can live easy and free, as God made them. Nothing but Sun, Rum, and Leisure.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''You've rehearsed that little Speech. Are the Words all yours?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Mine... and those of Friends. They're not any less true for that.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I was just asking.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I see you two have met.'' | | *'''British civilian:''' ''Edward! Trust you to come at the right time. I've got a Pot of Plantain fresh off the Fire.'' |
| *'''Ali:''' ''Only briefly. But the night is young and there is much to discuss. About what you can procure for me.''
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Plantain! That's what you should have led with. |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Our means are limited, but rest assured I will listen to your needs, Ali. Later. Share what you know about Al-Ghul so that Basim may do what he's come here to do.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Let's eat up at the Villa. I want you to see it, anyway.'' |
| *'''Ali:''' ''Yes, yes, yes... Your affairs before mine. But just this once.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Villa? Lardy-dardy! Next you'll tell me you're not Pirates but Noblemen.'' |
| Ali handed Basim a notebook.
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I always hoped one would lead to the Other.'' |
| *'''Ali:''' ''Al-Ghul sends orders to the prison guards detailing where to dig around Baghdad. But it's not just prisoners he's using.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''There is a promissory note for workers here. It looks like Al-Ghul arranges to purchase migrant laborers as well.'' | |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Who in Baghdad could make those sorts of arrangements without raising suspicion?''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''There is but one man. Mas'ood Al-Ya'qoob. He runs Baghdad's soap mills. Finds paying work for foreign settlers. Most of them Persian.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''So he forces these laborers into working for his dig sites, all under the guise of providing them with a livelihood.'' | |
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| *'''Beshi:''' (labored breathing) | | *'''Pirate 1:''' ''It's a good Day for it, Edward!'' |
| *'''Ali:''' ''Beshi!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Aye! And better for being Free to do it.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''He tracked down one of Al-Ghul's dig sites. Posed as a prisoner. What happened?'' | | *'''Pirate 2:''' ''That's a pretty Morsel you've found there, Kenway.'' |
| *'''Beshi:''' ''The search turned up nothing. But that did not stop the guards from trying to silence us. I cracked one's skull and fled. I doubt the others were as lucky.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Back off Swab, or I'll unman you where you stand!'' |
| *'''Ali:''' ''A foolish thing to do with nothing to show for it.'' | | *'''Pirate 2:''' ''All right, all right! I meant no Offense.'' |
| *'''Beshi:''' ''Not nothing. Al-Ghul will be at the Caravanserai. I overheard the guards talking.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Of course... Merchants from all over stop there to rest. If Mas'ood is buying migrant workers, it is likely the Caravanserai is where he conducts his affairs. What does he look like?''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''He is a large man. Favors adornments like jewels and silks from the East.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Some have yet to grasp the true Purpose of this Place.'' |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Then he will be hard to miss. It is time, Basim.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Pff! Look at you, playing the Politician. Your Crew respects you. I see that.'' |
| *'''Ali:''' ''What is your plan?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''It's mutual. Are you surprised?'' |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''That will be for Basim to decide.''
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''My experience with Authority is... uneven.'' |
| *'''Ali:''' ''Basim? Alone? No, let me gather some men--''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''And allow for foolish spectacle? Your day to display your prowess will come. But this day belongs to Basim. Consider it part of our agreement. Basim?'' | |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I am ready.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Moggy!'' |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Then walk with me.''
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| | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Hey there Moggy. What are you doing? Look at your fetching little Face.'' |
| =====First Order=====
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Careful with that one. He's as much a Scoundrel as any of us.'' |
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Come, Basim.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''My Grandfather owned a place like this on Black Island. Had the best Plantain in the West Indies.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's quite a Boast.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''It's True nonetheless. When my Mother died, it was Grandad who raised me. We ate Plantain every day. I'm pretty much made of Plantain.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Where's this Grandfather now?'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Murdered. I'm going to find the one who did it and vent his Skull. It's like this... I'm heir to Grandad's Fortune. If you help me recover it, I'll cut you in. Then we'll talk about joining your Crew.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I see you're going to make me work for this.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I'm worth it.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Where is this Inheritance?'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Grandad's Plantation. And we have to be quick. My Father and his blood-sucking Barrister are after it, no Doubt.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You had better be a very good Shipwright.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''As to that, I'll be back on the Jackdaw patching your sorry Sails...'' |
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''An Order member is within our reach, Basim. And like those before and those yet to come, Al-Ghul's death will be just. This is a man who preys off the desperate and the disenfranchised. And such atrocities will only continue, for Al-Ghul is but a cog in a larger wheel. One that spins destructively. So long as it does, we Hidden Ones will make it our mission to slow it to a stop. Today you will lend your hand, your blade, to that very mission. And while Al-Ghul is your first target, he will not be your last. I have great belief in that. And in you. Through all my stoicism, my harsh lessons, know that you have impressed me, Basim. The Order's presence in Baghdad and beyond rests on shifting sands so long as you remain at the tip of our spear.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''...Captain.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''And that is where I intend to remain. Beholden to your guidance, Master.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''As busy as a bee hive.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''We've improved the Jackdaw's Hull, but it needs more than just Joinery. The Crew have a Part to play as well. They should brace the Ship just before we're hit. If we time it right, we'll take less Damage. That means less Work for me.'' |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Come. Set your sights on the trial that awaits you.''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Another String to our Bow, then.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Merchants. Livestock. Caravans from all walks. And I thought Anbar's markets were disorderly.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Where there is disorder, there is chaos. And chaos can bring opportunity. See what avenues present themselves. Be reactive, but patient. And trust your instincts.'' | |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''That is Mas'ood, on the balcony. Just as Ali described.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''My Papa was not a good Father. He couldn't make it as a Businessman like Grandad. He turned his hand to Piracy but lacked the stomach for it. So he drank, and took it out on me.'' |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''I see him.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''And now he wants your Inheritance.'' |
| Roshan handed Basim a feather.
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''He'll come looking for me, and that means Trouble. Sorry.'' |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Go now. Wet it with the blood of the slain. I will find you when it is over.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''You'll make it up to me.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''You think your cruelties are well-hidden, Al-Ghul, for you chose those with little voice whose cries you knew would go unheard. They dug at your bidding, died at your hand and were cast aside like so much refuse. All to scour the desert for some artifact. Even now you haggle for flesh, safe in the Caravanserai. You prefer your victims chained and starved. It is time you faced a man unbound.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Hello, Papa.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Your Father?'' |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''His Lackies. Right on time.'' |
| Al-Ghul, revealed as Mas'ood Al-Ya'qoob, is a member of the Order who preys on the desperate and disenfranchised, forcing them to dig in the desert for reasons unknown.
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Whatever your Father paid them, it wasn't enough.'' |
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| One way he achieves this is by using his public status as a soap mill owner to quietly acquire migrant laborers eager for the promise of a livelihood. The caravanserai is where he conducts such dealings.
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''The stage is yours, Basim. I will be watching.'' | |
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| |-|Approach 1=
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| *'''Civilian 1:''' ''What is the delay?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Bon Voyage, Shitbirds.'' |
| *'''Civilian 2:''' ''I am not certain. Some guards came poking around and ordered us all to wait.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What delays your departure, friend?'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''The Harbor's too dangerous, my Father will have it watched. There's a place on the far side of the Island where we can dock.'' |
| *'''Caravan merchant:''' ''Someone by the name of Mas'ood saw fit to inspect my wares and so, here I wait. Who does he think he is?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What is it you are carrying? I ask only so that I may collect it for you.''
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| *'''Caravan merchant:''' ''Would you do that? I would take great joy in seeing that man in a fit of anger. It is a crate of silks and spices.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Ready your camel. I will see what I can do.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''If I can get that merchant to leave, his abrupt departure may lure Al-Ghul out.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''A crate with spices and silks. There cannot be too many of those around.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Right. We should be careful. My Father's a Drunk but he's not stupid, and he's mean as a cut Snake when Money's involved.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Quiet as Church Mice, then. Lead on.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Hmm ... pungent. This must be the caravan merchant's crate.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Grandad taught me to shoot out here. He had a pair of gold Pistols he loved even more than me.'' |
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| *'''Caravan merchant:''' ''Is that what I think it is?'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''There's a Hut near the Beach where Grandad used to hide things. I want to check there first.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Is this your crate?'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''I spent a lot of time in that Hut as a kid.'' |
| *'''Caravan merchant:''' ''Ah! It is indeed! The guards returned it to you?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I had a place like it on my Father's Farm. I'd hide there to escape my Chores.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''In a manner of speaking.''
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''It wasn't that, I... My Father would lock me in it when he was drinking. Once I was stuck there for Days. He forgot about me.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Very good, very good. I must repay you. You seem like a man who enjoys a good meal. Care for some spice?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Jaysus.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Not today, no. But I will ask that you loudly proclaim your departure. Make sure Mas'ood notices.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Ha! We share the same mind. My thanks to you, ya sadeeqi.'' | |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Al-Ghul deserves a fate far worse than the one at the edge of my blade. My message will reach the Order, loud and clear.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''I'll search the Hut. I know Grandad's hiding spots. You should check the Manor. The Will could be somewhere in his Office. We need to find it before my Father does. I'll meet you back there.'' |
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| | | [[Database: Barrister's Letter]] |
| | | *'''Edward:''' ''Shit! The Father and this Barrister changed the Will, and murdered Lucy's Grandfather. Lucy will kill him before we find the Gold.'' |
| |-|Approach 2=
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| *'''Civilian:''' ''You there. Come over here, quickly. Get us out and I will make it worth your while. Please! We were promised steady work and fruitful returns. Now we're being made to slog in the desert! We were deceived. Please, you must help us!'' | |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Tell me what I can do to help.''
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| *'''Civilian:''' ''The man who brought us has a deed that binds us to Mas'ood. If he has not collected his fee he should still be here.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''If I can relieve these men of their duty, it will not be long before Al-Ghul catches wind of his disbanded work force.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Well met, traveler. The caravanserai is rich with wares today. I was wondering if you had any goods to sell.''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Lucy's Father and this Barrister rewrote the Grandfather's Will. He gave himself everything.'' |
| *'''Merchant:''' ''I only deal in dirham, and what I sell are not goods, boy. Though I suppose that depends on who you ask.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I am not sure I understand.''
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| *'''Merchant:''' ''I sell men. Laborers. But my lot is spoken for.'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Could I change your mind? I have coin to spare and could use men such as yours.''
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| *'''Merchant:''' ''Fifteen thousand.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''That is absurd. Who has the means to pay so much?''
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| *'''Merchant:''' ''It is better to keep that question to yourself. Be on your way now.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''If I am going to free those laborers, I will have to steal the deed.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Now to free those men.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Get inside!'' |
| *'''Merchant:''' ''Oh, where... where is ... wha... The deed! Have I dropped it? No, no no. No!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''That's not good.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I have claimed the deed from your handler. You are bound no longer. Go!'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''You remember this Place, Papa? I remember every fucking Inch.'' |
| | *'''John Baldwin:''' ''I remember your Mother letting you out. She was always too soft on you.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Shut up! I know you killed Grandad, and then stitched me up for it.'' |
| | *'''John:''' ''You know Nothing, Girl.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''But you're only his Son-in-law, aren't you? You won't get Anything in the Will.'' |
| | *'''John:''' ''Is that what you think you little Harpy? I get all of it. The Will's changed. And he can't change it back now, can he?'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''It was you! Admit it. You killed Him. Say it!'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The laborers run amok. Al-Ghul will take notice. I must be ready to strike.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Say it.'' |
| | *'''John:''' ''Who do you think you are...'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I'm the one with the gun, Papa.'' |
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| *'''Civilian:''' ''We have come with the promise of work. Why bind our hands like this?'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Captain Kenway, I don't believe you've met my Father...'' |
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| | | *'''Edward:''' ''You've avenged your Grandfather at the least.'' |
| | | *'''Lucy:''' ''But no Gold. There was nothing in the Hut but his Pistols.'' |
| |-|Approach 3=
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Nothing at the Manor either. I only found a fake Will drafted by your Father's Barrister.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''A strange thing to happen upon. Perhaps I can use this to my advantage?'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''That slimy Coward, he's fled with the Gold for certain. We find him, we find it. I'll put Word out. If he so much as raises his Head anywhere civilized, I'll hear of it.'' |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''How dare you speak to me that way!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''That was tough back there. Are you all right?'' |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''If you want me to stop then you should move along. If not, I will gladly raise my fists in place of mincing my words.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''I'm an Orphan now. I'm better.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Those two men are having a loud dispute, but not loud enough. How might I push them over the edge?'' | |
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| | <!-- Butler at Great Inagua |
| | Welcome back Captain Kenway. I see you have brought a friend. Welcome to Great Inagua Miss...? |
| | Lucy. |
| | Miss Lucy then. You can leave your Victuals here, Captain. I will bring them to you. |
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| | ## Soldier talking? |
| | Why's Baldwin back? It can't be for any good reason. |
| | The old Man sent him packing last time. He damn near shit himself. |
| | Aye, firing those gold Pistols over Baldwin's Head as he fell all over himself in Haste to get away. What a Sight that was! |
| | The Cur's only back because the old Man's dead. He wouldn't have the Balls otherwise. |
| | --> |
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| </tabber> | | ===Plantain!=== |
| | <!-- Intro (on Jackdaw?) |
| | Captain. I've a Proposition. What do you say to some Shore time on that Island you're so proud of? |
| | You Jest, but you're becoming fond of the Place. |
| | In truth, it does leave an aftertaste. I'd assumed that was Rum. |
| | You'll be calling it Home soon enough. |
| | I'll meet you there once I've finished here. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Word will surely get to Al-Ghul. Come out and spectate, coward.'' | | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''You know how he killed Grandad? Shot him with his own gold Pistols. Can you believe that? I don't understand what my Mother ever saw in him.'' |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''What happened to your Mother?'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Dead since I was young. Poisoned. Grandad had a lot of enemies. They couldn't get to him, so... they got her. She always wore a Gold Locket with a Likeness of me in it. It was gone when they found her. Whoever killed her took it. It was a paltry Trinket, and had no value. They didn't even leave me that.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's cold, even for a Pirate.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I tell you what, this Rum's given me a fierce taste for some Plantain.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That I can remedy.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''There he is. Now is my chance.'' | | *'''British civilian 1:''' ''Miss Lucy! Glad to see you back.'' |
| *'''Al-Ghul:''' ''What is happenning out there?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''You seem to be settling in.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''This ends now.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''People like me.'' |
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| *'''Al-Ghul:''' ''La'anaka Allah. (May God curse you.)'' | | *'''British civilian 2:''' ''Lucy! Come drink with us.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Turn your hate inward, Mas'ood. It is your wickedness that has led you here.''
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Next time. I'm with the Captain.'' |
| *'''Al-Ghul:''' ''Wickedness? To whom? The unenlightened? The feeble who have cast their lot? It is our divine will to rule over them. Our duty to exact their contribution.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Contribution to what?''
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| *'''Al-Ghul:''' ''To what could be. The very knowledge of which lies buried beneath these sands.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Some things are meant to stay that way.'' | |
| *'''Al-Ghul:''' ''No, no no no... These ... are gifts. Destined to be recovered. They speak to us. As you well know...''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Me?''
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| *'''Al-Ghul:''' ''Oh, yes. A Hidden One you may be, but not just...''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Nehal?'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''I hear you're a Climber.'' |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Basim!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''What are you getting at?'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''A small Wager. A race to the Villa.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''So long as you're not averse to being embarrassed... hey!'' |
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Clear your mind.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''You're faster than you look.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' (deep breath)
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Keep your sideways Insults. You're slower than you look. You're going to lose this one.'' |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Al-Ghul's relentless pursuit at the expense of human lives has come to an end. It is a day of victory. Not only for those spared of his cruelty, but for the Hidden Ones. The Order's grand plot in Baghdad may still be a mystery, but we can at least be certain Al-Ghul's role in it has been vanquished.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I believe what he sought to uncover were more strange objects like the one I took form the Winter Palace. What does the Order want with these relics of the past? And why guard them with so much effort?''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''You are beginning to ask the right questions, Basim. We shall find the answers together.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Lately all I have are questions.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''What do you mean?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Nothing. Forget I said anything.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''How am I to guide you if you will not speak openly?'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I have... I have... struggled with nightmares. In these dreams a jinni torments me until I wake up panicked and soaked with sweat. In Alamut, I had nearly forgotten about it. But when I killed Al-Ghul, I felt its presence again. And I am left asking why. Why here? Why now? Why me? Piling questions and no answers. I meant to tell you, but...''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''You were afraid I would think you weak of mind.''
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| Basim nodded.
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''We are only as weak as we allow ourselves to be. To shed a weakness, you must do what is necessary to men that which causes you pain.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Will you permit me a brief respite? I wish to seek out an old friend.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Nehal? I remember. She is important to you, isn't she?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''She is, but last we spoke I led her to believe otherwise.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''This causes you pain. Then go and heal this wound without delay. Find me at the Harbiyah Bureau when it is settled.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''If that was indeed Nehal, I have not a clue where she went. Back home in Anbar, maybe.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Almost there!'' |
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| ====Intermezzo====
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| =====Old Wounds=====
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Basim...? It's really you...''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Nehal, I...''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Say nothing, ya sadeeqi, I am as sorry as you.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I have so much to tell you.''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''And I you. We will grant each other an audience. But first, I must know something...''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What?''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Why are you dressed like a peasant?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Perhaps I have less to tell you than I thought.''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''I think I can surmise what our time apart has been like for you.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''And you? You have not been living here, I hope?''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Less living, more working.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''On what?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Why do I know this?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Because you have seen it. On the object we found at the Winter Palace. I have been trying to remember the specifics of its design.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''You have spent all this time obsessing over this symbol? Why?''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Because I too have seen it before. I know not where or when. Only that I have. Whatever it is, it calls to me. I intend to unravel its mystery. And so should you.''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Ah, but of course, duty calls.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Stop. I will bear in mind if it means you will spend more time outside these musty walls than you do within.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''You really do spare a thought for everyone, don't you, Basim?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Araki Lahiqan.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The Order of the Ancients are far from defeated. Master Roshan is certain to have a plan brewing to uproot them. ...and perhaps I should look into Nehal's obsession.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Ah, I see our new Abbasiyah Bureau is well-guarded by an alert and active Rafiq.''
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''Basim! You startled me, I was just enjoying some poetry.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Oh, whose?''
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''The court poet, Sayyida (Lady) Arib. Her words chirp like the birds of paradise.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Ah, yes. I have read her works. My friend Nehal and I used to sneak into the House of Wisdom when we were young. Hours we spent, reading of gods and jinn. I always enjoyed this place.''
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''The House of Wisdom is not what it once was.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Is not our friend Ahmad ibn Musa there? He went to his workshop, as I recall.''
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''Yes. I sent a message for him to come and help set up this Bureau. But he never replied. My spies could not contact him. A week has passed, and he cannot be found.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''So one of the famous Banu Musa is missing in the House of Wisdom.''
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''Yes. Venture there and learn his fate.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''It shall be done.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Tabid, I would like to ask you something.''
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''Please, go ahead.''
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| |-|Ask about Ahmad ibn Musa= | | |-|If Edward won= |
| *'''Basim:''' ''What can you tell me about Ahmad ibn Musa?'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''All right. You won.'' |
| *'''Tabid:''' ''The son of a famous astronomer, Ahmad and his brothers excel at mathematics, invention, and scholarship. Together, they wrote the Book of Ingenious Devices, describing their wonderful clockwork automata.''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You weren't so bad.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''What made him join our cause?'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Don't.'' |
| *'''Tabid:''' ''The Banu Musa were once close to al-Mutawakkil, but grew disgusted with the Abbasid Caliphate.''
| | |-|If Edward lost= |
| *'''Basim:''' ''What happened?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''A fair Win. Though I took too much Rum.'' |
| *'''Tabid:''' ''They refuse to discuss it, so I cannot say.''
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''That's what it was. The Rum.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''There are many reasons to be disgusted with the Abbasids.''
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''Was there anything else?''
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| |-|Ask about Abbasiyah= | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''What is important in Abbasiyah?'' | |
| *'''Tabid:''' ''This district is the heart of learning in Baghdad. All the world's knowledge can be found here.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Any key places to investigate?''
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''Follow the trail, wherever it leads. Besides the House of Wisdom, there are other vital landmarks. Be sure to visit the Four Markets, the Observatory, and the Dome of the Ass.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I remember the Observatory well. I met the great astronomer Al-Khawarizmi there when I was young.''
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''Excellent. Finally, if you need to soothe sore muscles, a steam bath at the splendid Hammaam of Abbasiyah is a joy.'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''After a night of clambering across rooftops, that sounds good.''
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''Was there anything else?''
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| |-|Ask about the Order=
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Any hint on what the Order might be doing in Abbasiyah?''
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''No, my friend, not more than what I've told you. Although ... no, it is probably nothing.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What is it? Any little bit may help.''
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''Before he left, Ahmad ibn Musa said something about books going missing from the House of Wisdom.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I will keep that in mind.''
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''Was there anything else?''
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| |-|Ask about the Rafiq=
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Tell me more about yourself, Tabid.''
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''Me? Oh, not much to say. I love poetry, is that enough?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Come now, do not be so modest.''
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''As you wish. I come from Nubia, a dry land south of Egypt. My father sent me to Cairo to study Islam. There, I learned a fiery sense of right from wrong. And the corruption in Cairo was very, very wrong. We revolted. Our revolt failed and I fled to Baghdad. The Hidden Ones took me in and ... here I am.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Someday you should tell the whole tale.''
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''Was there anything else?''
| |
| |-|I am done.=
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Thank you, Tabid. That is all for now.''
| |
| </tabber> | | </tabber> |
| [] | | [] |
| | | *'''Edward:''' ''Food and a View. A just Prize.'' |
| =====House of Wisdom=====
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''This whole place reminds me of...'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Smoke from the House of Wisdom. What does it mean?'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Grandad owned a lot of Stuff in his Day. But these he prized above all else. Is it not strange that the things he treasured most were what killed him?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I didn't peg you as Sentimental.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''You can't deny the devilish Symmetry. My Father killed Grandad, I killed him... all of it done with these.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''Who burned our precious books? This is worse than the loss of the Great Library of Alexandria!'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Here. You earned them.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I won't take your Grandfather's prize Pistols.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Will you not? I trust you know the difference between won't and can't, because I can't.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Fazil:''' ''People, calm yourselves! The fire was small and has been contained.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Take them! You'll never find better. Try not to be a Baby about it.'' |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''Allah's wrath is upon us!''
| |
| *'''Fazil:''' ''Most of our books are safe. The danger has passed.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Old man! How did this fire start?''
| |
| *'''Fazil:''' ''Old man? Fazil Fahim is old. As old as the House of Wisdom, which he commands!''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Forgive me, ustadhi (master). I spoke in haste. Can I help?''
| |
| *'''Fazil:''' ''No, the fire has been quenched by the Water Master's bucket brigades.''
| |
| <tabber>
| |
| |-|What happened here?=
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Who started these fires?''
| |
| *'''Fazil:''' ''Ruffians, I suppose. Enemies of the Caliph, to be exact.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''What sort of books were they burning?''
| |
| *'''Fazil:''' ''It is too soon to tell.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Perhaps the Caretaker of Books would know.''
| |
|
| |
|
| |-|Where can I find Ahmad?=
| | ===Big Wig=== |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I am searching for Ahmad ibn Musa.'' | | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''Captain! I received Word. The Barrister who forged my father's Will has been seen at Havana.'' |
| *'''Fazil:''' ''Ah yes, he has a workshop here, but I have not spoken to him lately.''
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''That's worth looking into.'' |
| </tabber>
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Peace be upon you, elder. I shall go.'' | |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I still need to find Ahmad ibn Musa, but I should also speak to the Caretaker of Books in the library.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Havana is a long Way from your Grandfather's Plantation on Black Island. Are you sure about this?'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''It makes Sense. Grandpa had a small Cabin on a Beach just north of the Town. It's a quiet place. Out of the Way. When I was very young, Mama and I would go there. If I was going to hide Something, that's where I would hide it.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You think the Barrister has your Gold there?'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''That Coward wouldn't risk being seen for no reason, I know that. There's something there. The Beach with Grandad's Cabin is to the north, past the Town.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| | | *'''Edward:''' ''This Barrister seems well connected for a simple Lawer. How did your Father come to know him?'' |
| =====Find the Missing Brother=====
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''For as long as I can remember he was around our Family, even before Mama died. I never liked him. He wears a big wig, has a fake smile, and stinks of Lavender.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''There was a Letter at Black Island that said it was him who put the Red Coats on your Trail.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Yes. When we find him I mean to bring that up.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Greetings, ya 'amm (uncle). If I may, where is the scholar Ahmad ibn Musa?'' | | *'''Barrister:''' ''Spread out further! It's somewhere here.'' |
| *'''Kahraman:''' ''Ah, yes, the most adventurous of the Banu Musa. His workshop is right behind me.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Speak of the Devil. That looks like your Barrister.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Thank you, ya 'amm.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''That's him all right.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''Basim! Hey, Nine-Fingers! Over here!'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''You murdering fucking Cur!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Nehal. What do you have there, Sneak-Thief?''
| | *'''Barrister:''' ''Get them! Get them!'' |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''A book, I managed to save at least one from the fire.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''If they catch you stealing...''
| |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''They cut off a finger. No, wait. A whole hand!''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''That is not funny.''
| |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''Then don't laugh.'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''All right, you are in a mood, and I have things to do. Nothing that concerns you.''
| |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''Oh, secret Hidden Ones stuff! What are you doing this time? Stabbing? Stealing? Stabbing and then stealing?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''That is your specialty, Nehal..''
| |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''Just because you lost a finger does not mean you've lost your touch!''
| |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''All these tools and books, looks like Ahmad's room. But where is he?'' | | *'''Barrister:''' ''Please! Spare me! I'll share it with you!'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''It's not yours to share, Mate.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The letter says these books are for Ahmad.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''They buried it here somewhere.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Another book of poetry by Arib. Tabid would love this.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''There's a Spade here.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Measuring tools, like my father used to own. But these are Ahmad's.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''That's a grand Sight. There's a Letter.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Show me.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Ahmad always signs his work. This is definitely his doing.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''What? This is my Mother's.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Ahmad seems to be working on something new. But what?'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Fuck! It was Papa.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Diagrams, machine tools, and other oddities. This is definitely Ahmad's workshop. But where can he be?'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''I got him, Mama.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Hamid Al-Haleem:''' ''Pardon me, may I help you?'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''You tell anyone you saw me cry, and I'll bury you next to that fucking Barrister.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I am looking for Ahmad ibn Musa. Do you know where I can find him?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Not a Word.'' |
| *'''Hamid Al-Haleem:''' ''I may be able to help you. Follow me.'' | | |
| | ==The Padre== |
| | ===A Second Chance=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''We're headed to Punta del Caracol, Boys. There's someone I'd like to meet.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Hamid Al-Haleem:''' ''Is this your first visit to the House of Wisdom?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The Padre's on that Island.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''No, a friend and I used to sneak in as kids. We taught ourselves to read in your library.''
| |
| *'''Hamid Al-Haleem:''' ''All young people should follow your worthy exemple.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The caretakers who chased us out of the stacks everyday did not think so.''
| |
| *'''Hamid Al-Haleem:''' ''Merely doing their jobs. And what did you study in the House of Wisdom?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I loved poetry and heroic tales. My friend ... preferred pagan gods and dark magic.''
| |
| *'''Hamid Al-Haleem:''' ''Interesting. And did you follow your youthful passion and become a scholar?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''When the whole world awaits? No, you might say I am a man on a mission.''
| |
| *'''Hamid Al-Haleem:''' ''Ah. Well, what about your friend?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''No, no, she ... still searches for something, though what that is, I do not know.''
| |
| *'''Hamid Al-Haleem:''' ''A shame! It's not far now. Hurry, hurry.''
| |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Hamid Al-Haleem:''' ''Guards, help! I'm under attack!'' | | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''I have been to Kingston. The Protestants there are... territorial. And not welcoming to Catholics.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''What? You lie!'' | | *'''British civilian 1:''' ''They even tried to ban us from their town. We're safer here.'' |
| | *'''British civilian 2:''' ''Bishop Ravenscroft has been calling us to Kingston for Years to help the Catholics there. I fear he is losing patience.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''And I fear God, not His Servant. My Answer remains the same. We stay here.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Hamid Al-Haleem:''' ''Please, don't hurt me.'' | | *'''British civilian 2:''' ''Is that a Pirate? What's he doing here?'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''You led me into a trap! I should slay you where you stand.''
| |
| *'''Hamid Al-Haleem:''' ''Spare kindly Hamid!''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Then tell me, where is Ahmad ibn Musa?''
| |
| *'''Hamid Al-Haleem:''' ''Please, sir! I don't know where he is. Truly, I do not!''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Then why lead me into an ambush?''
| |
| *'''Hamid Al-Haleem:''' ''He ... he made me do it!''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Who is he? Not Ahmad, surely.''
| |
| *'''Hamid Al-Haleem:''' ''I don't know his name, for he always wears a mask.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''And what does this masked man want?''
| |
| *'''Hamid Al-Haleem:''' ''He commands me to keep everyone away from the House of Wisdom's dig site. Or else...''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Or else what?''
| |
| *'''Hamid Al-Haleem:''' ''He will hurt my head! Like with the others. Please, spare humble Hamid.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Where is this dig site?''
| |
| *'''Hamid Al-Haleem:''' ''It's in the wilderness, outside of the city. Here, let me draw you a map.''
| |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The map should lead me to the dig site.''
| | {{IUNote|Title=An Invitation|Text=Abel Galvão,<br><br>My Son, you have heard the News, I trust?<br><br>Kingston has rejected us. Trials abound, but my Faith remains. Now, I do not write to you for Pity, but ask for your Presence. Come to Kingston. Bring your People with you. Rooms have already been prepared.<br><br>It has been too long since you were last by my Side, Abel.<br>Join me, and there is still Time to play a decisive Part in God's Plan.<br><br>Yours in Our Lord,<br>Bishop Horace Ravenscroft}} |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Such a massive dig. What are they up to?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''You're the one they call Padre.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''I am. Welcome to our Village if you come in Peace.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Impressive work, my friend. Are you digging up something for the Caliph?'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''Our Lot is simple. Farmers, Fishermen and their Families. You'll find Prizes elsewhere.'' |
| *'''Digger:''' ''Never you mind all that.''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You misunderstand me. I am told that you were once a fearsome Master-at-Arms. I need someone of your Quality to keep my Crew in Line.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The remains of past empires intrigues me. Do you mind if I take a look around?'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''It has been some Years since I was last on the Account. That Pirate is dead and the World is better for it.'' |
| *'''Digger:''' ''Look at the old rocks all you want, but don't otuch our tools and chests.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''A Man with your Talents would find the limitations of religious Life chafing, I would imagine. Don't you miss being free, and the Master of your own Destiny?'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I would not dream of it.'' | |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''This heat makes me ill. I want to vomit.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''As you're here already, could you let the People know the Food is ready? It is in these small Services to each other, that we serve God.'' |
| *'''Digger 2:''' ''What ever you do, don't ask for Doctor Hassan.''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You need time to think. Why not.'' |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''I know, I know. I'd disappear, just like the others.'' | |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Mercenaries guarding the site. They must have found something important.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''This one is not going to be easy.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Mercenary 1:''' ''When do we get paid, captain?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Hello, the Padre says it's Time to eat.'' |
| *'''Mercenary 2:''' ''We will get paid. One way or the other.''
| | *'''British civilian 3:''' ''Thank you. We'll make our way over.'' |
| *'''Mercenary 1:''' ''They don't have much to steal. But it's something.'' | |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Are you the leader of this battle-scarred band of war dogs? You must get paid well.'' | | *'''British civilian 4:''' ''How many Men do you think he's killed?'' |
| *'''Mercenary 2:''' ''Not as much as we want to get paid, I tell you that.''
| | *'''British civilian 5:''' ''Who? The Pirate?'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Care to do a little work for me?''
| | *'''British civilian 4:''' ''No, the Padre.'' |
| *'''Mercenary 2:''' ''Maybe. What's this job then?'' | | *'''British civilian 5:''' ''Oh, Scores uncounted. But that was a long time ago. He's a new man now.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''See those fancy Caliph's men over there? I might need a hand.''
| |
| *'''Mercenary 2:''' ''Hmm. Let's work something out.'' | |
| <tabber>
| |
| |-|(Offer token to Hire)=
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Spoken like a true mercenary. Here is a token of my appreciation.'' | |
| *'''Mercenary 2:''' ''Hey, it's honest work.''
| |
| |-|Never mind.=
| |
| </tabber>
| |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''Why does that fool of a scholar travel with so many chests?'' | | *'''Henry Congreve:''' ''And who might you be?'' |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''They are so heavy, I swear they are stuffed with rocks.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I'm Edward, a Friend. The Padre sent me to tell you the Food is ready.'' |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''I only need my blade, my waterskin, and my bedroll. Fool of a scholar.'' | | *'''Henry:''' ''All wrapped up in Pirate Garb, you're not with Du Casse are you?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Du Casse? I'm reliably informed he won't be bothering anyone again.'' |
| | *'''Henry:''' ''Met his End, did he? Well, I can't say I'm sorry. Don't tell the Padre I said that.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Hmm, nothing. I should see if there are any more chests around.'' | | *'''Dinah Calverley:''' ''Now, who's that handsome Devil?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''My name's Edward Kenway, and I am no Devil today. Just a humble Servant bringing Word that the Food is ready.'' |
| | *'''Dinah:''' ''Edward, a Pleasure. I am Dinah Calverley. Now, my Legs feel dreadful today. Could you be a Dear and fetch me my Plate?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Anything for the Lady of the Manor.'' |
| | *'''Dinah:''' ''Oh, aren't you a Charmer.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''This chest has Ahmad's signature seal on it. Must be his.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''All done?'' |
| {{IUNote|Title=Doctor's Note|Text=Brother Ahmad,<br><br>Exciting news! The artifact you helped us uncover at the ruins hums with remarkable power!<br><br>I have conceived of a device to repair it, but I am no engineer and require your assistance.<br><br>Find me at the Bimaristan. Hurry, history awaits!<br><br>- Doctor Hassan}}
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Not quite. The kind old Lady has turned me into her Errand Boy.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Interesting. A letter to Ahmad from a Doctor Hassan. Ahmad must be at the hospital, working with this doctor. But what is a famous inventor doing with a doctor? It must all link together somehow.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''Ah, Mistress Calverley. Be careful of that one. She'll have you running Errands all day.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The Bimaristan, where the best healers in Baghdad gather. Finding Doctor Hassan should lead me to Ahmad.'' | | *'''Dinah:''' ''Thank you, young Man. Now, where did you say you were from?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Wales by way of Bristol, to which I intend to return.'' |
| | *'''Dinah:''' ''And I pray that you do one Day, so you might see again those you left behind. I've lived here most of my Life, and it's the People who make it Home.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Nurse 1:''' ''Another one from the dig site. This time with a broken finger.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''My People and I are thankful. And word is that you rid us of the threats from Du Casse.'' |
| *'''Nurse 2:''' ''It is best never to speak of these things.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Join me, and you'll have the Chance to rid the world of more of Du Casse's Ilk, and get rich yourself along the way. Gold will help your people where good intentions cannot.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''I have chosen my Path. It's not Gold that will save our Souls. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I myself cannot make the same choice. |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''God has given me a second Chance, and I will not squander it. But, perhaps there is one more Thing I can ask of you.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''What is it?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''There's a persistent Rumor that what's left of Du Casse's Men, four Ships total, anchor nearby. I wish to know what they have planned.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I can see about these Rogues. They're sure to have some Reales that are not rightly theirs.'' |
| | |
| | ===Loyalty, Discipline, and Courage=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''If Du Casse's Men are pestering a Village, then they have fallen far indeed.'' |
| | *'''Adéwalé:''' ''The Padre's Trust will be worth far more than any stolen Reales. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''And if the Men have no ill Intent, will the Padre join up?'' |
| | *'''Adéwalé:''' ''One can hope.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| {{IUNote|Title=Doctor Hassan's Office|Text=No admittance without proper authorization. Please look for the head nurse if you need any help.}}
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's the Island. But where are the Ships?'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I need to find a way into Doctor Hassan's office.'' | |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The symbol of the Order. This all but proves that Doctor Hassan is one of them.'' | | *'''Pirate 1:''' ''Lay off me, you drank your Fill. Now we're both paying for it.'' |
| | *'''Pirate 2:''' ''You think they'll hand us our Share when they return?'' |
| | *'''Pirate 1:''' ''Didn't you read the Letter? Them's a spiteful Lot.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| {{IUNote|Title=The Efficacy of Our Discovery|Text=My dear Al-Rabisu,<br><br>Work on the device progresses wonderfully. The engineer will unwittingly provide us the key to unlock its infinite potential.<br><br>The new parts I mentioned last time are en route to the House of Wisdom. The Hour of our Order is at hand.<br><br>- Al-Azhdaha}}
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Pirates write each other Letters now?'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''This letter proves it! Hassan is neck-deep in the Order.'' | |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Doctor:''' ''I have some burned scholars here. Some scholars from the House of Wisdom got burned trying to save the books. We need that room for the patients.''
| | {{IUNote|Title=Witless Fools|Text=We tried waking you Sods but you weren't fit to stand. The Padre's Village has little in the way of fighting Men and we've more than enough Crew. You won't be missed.<br><br>As per Du Casse's rules, the Captain says your Shares have been forfeited. Next Time, don't quaff a Barrel of Rum the Night before.}} |
| *'''Doctor 2:''' ''No, that's Doctor Hassan's private laboratory. It's locked, no one must go inside.''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''They've left for the Padre's Village.'' |
| *'''Doctor 1:''' ''So we just leave the burn victims outside? Will someone answer me?''
| |
| *'''Doctor 2:''' ''Please, use your indoor voice. You're upsetting the patients.'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Doctor Hassan keeps his laboratory locked up. I wonder why.''
| |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Doctor Hassan:''' ''There is nothing wrong with my methods, only the mechanism itself. It needs more subjects. More work. I certainly do not need some useless inventor meddling with the Great Work. Am I not the great and dreadful Al-Azhdaha? Maybe I should not say that out loud. Focus, Hassan. Focus.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Du Casse's Men have already left for the Padre's Village. Man your Stations, get us moving!'' |
| [] | | [] |
| {{IUNote|Title=Window Repairs|Text=I demand immediate attention to the broken window above my laboratory! There are adequate material in the storeroom to effect the repair immediately.<br><br>If I catch a fatal chill due to your negligence, you shall answer to the Caliph. Personally.<br><br>- Doctor Hassan}}
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Those Ships belong to Du Casse. What have they done?'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''A borken window. Could be a way in.'' | |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Doctor Hassan:''' ''Hey, you're not allowed in here. Guards!'' | | *'''Dinah Calverley:''' ''The Padre hasn't moved since we buried them.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I am here for you.'' | | *'''Henry Congreve:''' ''I tried to offer him his favorite fried Fish. He kept on praying as if I weren't there.'' |
| *'''Doctor Hassan:''' ''Guards, hurry!''
| |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The doctor is dead. Now to find Ahmad and solve this bloody mystery.'' | | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners...'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Ahmad:''' ''Basim, what happened here?'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''...now and at the hour of our Death. Amen.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Where were you, Ahmad?''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Who did this?'' |
| *'''Ahmad:''' ''I was around. I'm always around. Would you tell me what happened?''
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''This is my fault. Bishop Ravenscroft was the man who led me to God. He was like a Father to me. He believed in me. It was he who entrusted me with the care of the People here. When trouble with the Protestants began at Kingston, he wanted more Catholics there. He called on us to join him, but I argued against it. With Du Casse gone, I thought we were safe. We were only here because I disagreed with the Bishop! It was them. Du Casse's Men. They made me watch... The Lord is merciful and just. But my Heart is deceitfully wicked.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Are you aware this man works for the Order?''
| |
| *'''Ahmad:''' ''He called on me a few weeks ago, after they found something in the desert. An ancient mechanism of some sort. They needed me to--''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''And you asked no questions?''
| |
| *'''Ahmad:''' ''I never ask questions when it comes to work. Do you?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Tell me about this mechanism.'' | |
| *'''Ahmad:''' ''It opens a path. In the mind. A path to the ancient world. This mechanism, somehow, seems to open ... the doors of perception.'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Have you seen this for yourself?''
| |
| *'''Ahmad:''' ''No, but I heard the stories of those who have. They are lost, Basim. Because they think what they saw is reality. They think they belong to this ancient world. I knew nothing about the Order being involved. If I did, I would have come to you. I just ... I got caught up. You know me. You know me, Basim...''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''You will leave this place and return to the Bureau. I will not tell a soul if you do not.''
| |
| *'''Ahmad:''' ''How shameful it is that knowledge always ends up in the wrong hands. Isn't it, Basim?''
| |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''A bloody mess. Head bandages. But this is a hospital, after all.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''I know Vengeance belongs to God alone, but I cannot turn away from this. Du Casse's Men must pay for what they've done. Will you help me?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''My Offer still stands. Join me on the Jackdaw and we will hunt Du Casse's Men. We have a Compound at Great Inagua. Your people will be safe there.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''I will join you as Master-at-Arms. And when the Time comes, I will avenge my people.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I should continue investigating the library.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Lads, this is our new Master-at-Arms. He calls himself Padre, but I advise you call him Sir if you don't want your Heads knocked together.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''You know the Job. As your Master-at-Arms, I require three things from each of you. Loyalty, Discipline and Courage. Display them and I will have you toppling Man o' Wars twice our Size, and Holds to match.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''You have a sturdy Vessel. I'll teach the Crew some new Maneuvers.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''What did you have in Mind?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Work the Sails and Rigging perfectly, and we can ram into our Foes.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I like where you're going with this.'' |
|
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|
| =====Follow the Fiery Trail===== | | ===If Thy Right Hand Offend Thee=== |
| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''We must be swift or they will slip away.'' |
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| *'''Civilian:''' ''Where is Hunayn? He owes me money.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''Forgive me, Father.'' |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''I don't know, ask the Caretaker of Books.''
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| *'''Civilian:''' ''Somebody posted guards around the library.''
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| *'''Civilian:''' ''What is going on these days?''
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| {{IUNote|Title=Missing Books|Text=Please locate the following books and return them to the Southwest Wing as soon as feasible:<br><br>Kitab al-Hiyal<br>Kalila wa-Dimna<br>Kitab al-Azif<br><br>You must also return the ancient manuscript written in an unknown tongue.}}
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''We could dock over there.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''A partial list of books that have been burned or gone missing. What is "an ancient manuscript in an unknown tongue"?'' | |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I should check the second floor.'' | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''What is it, Galvão?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''I have a lead on Du Casse's men. Their new Leader has them holed up in Cape Bonavista. We should strike now.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''New Leader, you say? I know the Place.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''The Scoundrels will flee an honest Fight. While you hunt them down, I'll come from behind and block any escape.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''A fine Plan, but I'll be doing most of the hunting. Are you sure?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''These Men are Cowards. I'll have my chance with the Runners.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The library is guarded. Something must have happened.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''Edward, I'll meet you inland.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Aye, watch yourself now.'' |
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''What a bloody mess.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Mostly empty. Not much has changed here.'' |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''That's nothing. I saw worse in the eastern campaigns.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''But this is a library! We should do something.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''They don't pay me enough to care.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The Caretake of Books!'' | | *'''Pirate 1:''' ''Did you ever imagine that we'd be the ones doing the hanging? I'd sooner stick to smuggling.'' |
| | *'''Pirate 2:''' ''I'll do whatever the Boss wants. He pays us a damn sight more than Du Casse ever did.'' |
| | *'''Pirate 3:''' ''Keep it down. You're scaring off the Animals.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''He's dead! But he wrote "mansakh" (scriptorium) in his own blood. I wonder...'' | | *'''Pirate 4:''' ''Oi! Kill him.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Many have tried.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Something in his hand. Fabric, torn from a woman's gown. But whose?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I wonder how the Padre's getting along.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Strange fires and a dead caretaker ... horrifying. I should hurry.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''Captain, over here.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Is that all of them?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''There's more inside the Cave. No Mercy.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Step softly now. Don't want to alert them.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''If they run, I'll chase them to the Gates of Hell.'' |
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''Attention! Prepare the prisoner on Zahra's orders.'' | | *'''Pirate 5:''' ''First, the Bishop has us killing Villagers. Now, it's back to smuggling Guns. I'm confused.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''A prisoner, here? That guard might have the key.''
| | *'''Pirate 6:''' ''What's there to understand? We sap his Coin 'til it runs dry. Then find us another Papist.'' |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''Have a heart. The man's not had a good meal in days.'' | | *'''Pirate 5:''' ''It just don't sit right with me. A Man like him, don't they take Vows of Poverty?'' |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''We got our orders. Nobody goes in to see the guest.'' | | *'''Pirate 6:''' ''Aye, Vows of Celibacy too. That's why I never joined 'em.'' |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''Poor guy locked in with a bunch of books. I'd go mad.'' | |
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| *'''Hunayn:''' ''Books will only bring you sorrow, mother said. Go into business! Get a market stall, be happy. If only I had listened! How right she was!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Let's see if anything here points to their new Leader.'' |
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| *'''Hunayn:''' ''Don't kill me! Please, give me more time, I ... I almost cracked it!''
| | {{IUNote|Title=Bishop's Orders|Text=There is a Village in Punta del Caracol with its own Priest. I am told you have met him before. Kill the Villagers and do what you wish with him. Let Fear Spread like the Plague.<br><br>I expect good News.<br><br>Bishop Horace Ravenscroft}} |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Don't worry,, I'm not here to kill you. What are you trying to crack?''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''A Letter from Bishop Ravenscroft. Shite. It was the Bishop who ordered the Attack.'' |
| *'''Hunayn:''' ''The book! I said I couldn't. This is not a language that I know. But she gave me no choice.''
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''That Bastard. I should have seen it... but I couldn't let myself imagine he could be so Evil.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Who?'' | |
| *'''Hunayn:''' ''A woman named Zahra, one of the scholars here.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What is this book? What is it called?'' | |
| *'''Hunayn:''' ''The only thing I know is that it is written in a script unlike any other and I have seen hundreds... The way Zahra talks, it's more of an artifact or relic than a book. I lied about my progress so they wouldn't kill me. I can't read a single word. I don't even know if it's a language.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Where can I find Zahra?''
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| *'''Hunayn:''' ''I don't know, she could be anywhere in the city. I ... I just want to go home.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''All right. Get to safety before the guards return.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Must be something here to help me.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''These are Du Casse's Guns.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Perhaps. But that Mark is the Bishop's.'' |
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| {{IUNote|Title=Hunayn's Note|Text=Zahra,<br><br>I have tried every language I know, every trick in my translator's bag of tricks. But this ominous book resists all efforts to translate it. What else can I do?<br><br>- Hunayn the Translator}}
| | *'''Edward:''' ''This Wine doesn't come cheap.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''This book makes me unconfortable. I will leave it here.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''It's from the Bishop's Cellar. Bears his Stamp.'' |
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| {{IUNote|Title=An Orderly Poem|Text=To my Al-Zarik,<br><br>Demoness green and yellow too,<br><br>My dragon's kiss I leave upon you.<br><br>Asthe wise Poet Arib once wrote,<br><br>You are my law, you are my Order.<br><br> - Al-Azhdaha}}
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''One moment.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''This Order letter mentions Arib. An innocent reference, or something more sinister?'' | |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''This peculiar machine. I saw something like it in Ahmad's workshop.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''And if thy right Hand offend thee, cut it off, and cast it from thee.'' |
| | *'''Pirate 7:''' ''No more.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''The Bishop ordered you to kill my People. Why?'' |
| | *'''Pirate 7:''' ''I don't know. Please...'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''You would beg for Mercy?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''He's had enough, Man. Look.'' |
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| {{IUNote|Title=Book Deliveries|Text=Zahra wants the additional books taken from the House of Wisdom to be delivered directly to her personal residence at the Scholar's Estate. Do not bring them here.}}
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Now, who is this Bishop?'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''This letter gives the location of the scholar Zahra's estate.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''My Mentor. Two Years ago he tried to build a Cathedral in Kingston. The Protestants there refused it. Things turned bloody. The Bishop lost his mind. He said we had a Catholic duty to go to War over it. It was madness. I refused. He saw it as Apostasy. I hid my People, and tried to protect them. I never imagined the Bishop would murder them! He will die for what he has done. We must make for Kingston, and cut the Head off this Snake.'' |
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| | ===The Other Cheek=== |
| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''Captain, I need to prepare. I'll catch you up in the Market. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''All right.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Time to visit Zahra's estate and see if she's involved with the Order.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''As good a Spot as any.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Zahra's estate, but nobody's home. Now is my chance to search her place.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Why wait 'til Dark, do you have second Thoughts?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''No, none at all. Catholicism is forbidden in Kingston. So, the Bishop only moves at Night, like a common Scoundrel. I see some familiar Faces. Catholics from other Villages near mine. They could point us to the Bishop.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'll check the Market.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Another book of poetry by Arib. She is definitely popular in certain circles.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''Excuse me. Jane, is that you?'' |
| | *'''British civilian 1:''' ''Father Galvão. You're alive!'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Yes, as the Lord continues to will it. What brings you here?'' |
| | *'''British civilian 1:''' ''But your Village... when we heard what happened, Papa dragged us to Kingston. Did anyone else survive?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''A blessed few.'' |
| | *'''British civilian 1:''' ''Well, Father says Bishop Ravenscroft will protect us. We're safe here.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Not Tonight. Return to your Home and do not leave 'til Morning.'' |
| | *'''British civilian 1:''' ''Alright. Goodbye, Father Galvão.'' |
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| {{IUNote|Title=A Humble Request|Text=Zahra,<br><br>I hear that the priceless artifact you hold is nearly ready to reveal its secrets. You know of my searches for the traces of Those Who Came Before and the care with which they are effected. Once your academic interest is sated, I should like to have the manuscript in my keeping. It would be treated with supreme reverence and safeguarded against all peril.<br><br>- Al-Ghul}}
| | *'''British civilian 2:''' ''They've finally let me in. Got an Invitation from the Bishop himself.'' |
| | *'''British civilian 3:''' ''Good, we'll talk later. And don't show that Letter to anyone.'' |
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| {{IUNote|Title=Incriminating Letter|Text=Al-Zarik,<br><br>The Order is pleased with our accomplishments within the House of Wisdom. The future will sing tales of our glorious deeds and the prospect of our rule.<br><br>I trust you are on your way back to the city to await further instructions.<br><br>- Al-Rabisu}}
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I would like to have a look at that Letter.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Zahra is definitely tied to the Order. Along with somebody named Al-Rabisu.'' | |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Learned all I can. Better get to high ground and get ready Zahra might return any minute.''
| | [[Database: Invitation Letter]] |
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| *'''Zahra the Scholar:''' ''Servants! Prepare a glass of date juice on ice. And serve it with a plate of honeyed bread and pomegranates. Then prepare the bath salts! I am utterly beat.'' | | *'''British civilian 4:''' ''Every Word from his Mouth is a Lie.'' |
| | *'''British civilian 5:''' ''The Man is a Menace. They have to find him.'' |
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| *'''Zahra the Scholar:''' ''Paradise is where you find it.'' | | {{IUNote|Title=A Warning|Text=Beware the heretical Teachings of Bishop Ravenscroft and his Followers!<br><br>He preaches of Peace and Understanding yet surrounds himself with Thugs and Smugglers. Ravenscroft is a Beast in Bishop's Cloth. The younger Swynford was tragically lost after he turned over to this abominable Cause. Protect your Homes, watch over your Families, and do not trust the Bishop.}} |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Just what Sort of a Bishop is he?'' |
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| *'''Zahra the Scholar:''' ''That old fool tinkering with his worthless ancient disc and helpless patients. Bah!'' | | *'''British civilian 6:''' ''I hear he conducts secret Prayers at Night, in the Forests outside Kingston.'' |
| | *'''British civilian 7:''' ''I wouldn't dare go near the Forests after Dark. It's where unsavory Types gather.'' |
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''Of course, sayyidati (my lady).'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The Bishop hides out in the Forest, does he?'' |
| *'''Zahra the Scholar:''' ''The real answers are in books. They are always in books. Am I not right?''
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| {{IUNote|Title=Translation progress|Text=Al-Rabisu,<br><br>Thanks to your masterful deception with the fire at the House of Wisdom, the prisoner is translating the nameless book as we speak.<br><br>He shall not set foot outside the Scriptorium until his work is done.<br><br>Once we have the proper insight to the artifact's inner workings, we shall get our "Great Work", Alruh, functioning.<br><br>- Zahra}}
| | *'''Edward:''' ''So, what has the Padre discovered?'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Zahra thought that strange book would get their "Great Work" functioning. Good thing Hunayn could not translate a single word. I should return to the Rafiq.'' | |
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| =====Report to the Rafiq=====
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''Basim! Join me on the roof.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The Bishop is meeting Initiates tonight on the Outskirts of Kingston.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Aye, and I've heard that he's bolstered his Ranks. We must be careful. Come, I know the Way.'' |
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''Basim! I knew it was you. You are not the only one with eyes that see afar.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The Bishop is hated here.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''So, Tabid. You have filled the streets with eyes and spies?'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''When he first arrived, Bishop Ravenscroft spoke of Peace and Understanding between Protestants and Catholics. Even helped me quiet my Inner Turmoil. But he has changed. The Man strangles the life from everything he touches.'' |
| *'''Tabid:''' ''Such is the life of a Rafiq. Without my knowledge, where would we be?''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''We can end all of that.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Knowledge is a tool, a weapon. It can be used for good or ill, and the Order is using it for ill indeed.''
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Yes. He showed me a better Path. But now, I wonder if he was the Devil's Snake hissing in my ear from the start.'' |
| *'''Tabid:''' ''What have you learned?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Rot runs deep through the House of Wisdom. They are using some ancient book, hoping to build a wicked device.''
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''I have heard rumors of this blasphemous contraption. They call it their "Great Work."'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The Order is experimenting on people. Lethally. I have stopped them for now, but someone called Al-Rabisu is running things at the House of Wisdom.'' | |
| *'''Tabid:''' ''Any idea about who this Rabisu character could be?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I have my suspicions about the Great Scholar, Fazil Fahim.''
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''That fragile old man?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The clues I have gathered tell me so.''
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| *'''Tabid:''' ''Hmm, it could be. The House of Wisdom will be hosting a Great Symposium soon. An informal gathering of scholars. A lecture, refreshments, chatter. Even the great Arib will attend! Go, spy out this Fazil with care. But do not draw your blade at the Symposium. We don't want to show our hand just yet. But if Fazil is guilty and alone, then like a viper, strike! But you must be sure.''
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| Tabid handed Basim a feather.
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Before I act, I will be sure.''
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| | | *'''Galvão:''' ''There are two Entrances. Let's split up.'' |
| =====The Great Symposium=====
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'll head into the Forest.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Let none leave alive.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The symposium should be here. Baghdad's brightest, sharing their wisdom.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''They're armed and looking lively.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Ah. Not for long.'' |
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| *'''Scholar:''' ''I am excited about Fazil's lecture! He will share the wisdom of the universe.'' | | *'''Bishop Ravenscroft:''' ''An entire Shipment lost. Our Brothers in Cape Bonavista murdered. And I am barred from walking the Streets of Kingston. Enemies beset us on all Sides. Yet, my Faith has never been stronger. Our Numbers grow. The Enemy fears this. They are right to be afraid. Prepare yourselves. The Time of Peace is past, and our Templar Allies gather strength. It is Time for War. Shall we begin the Initiation?'' |
| *'''Scholar:''' ''Nonsense. We have already learned everything there is to know. Nothing more will be discovered.'' | | *'''Pirate 1:''' ''Mister Boreham is not here, Sir.'' |
| | *'''Ravenscroft:''' ''A Pity. He seemed so fervent.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Pardon me, I am looking for the Great Scholar's lecture.'' | | *'''Pirate 2:''' ''Intruder, over there!'' |
| *'''Kahraman:''' ''Fazil Fahim's lecture about the antediluvian antecedents of humanity will begin soon. In the meantime, please enjoy our ample stock of exquisite delicacies and tasty refreshments.'' | | *'''Ravenscroft:''' ''Oh God. Oh no. Save me!'' |
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| *'''Civilian 1:''' ''Where is Arib Al-Ma'muniyya, the poet? Where is Arib? I hoped to catch a whiff of her magnificent aura. So rare to see her outside of the Round City.'' | | *'''Ravenscroft:''' ''My Son, we are not Enemies.'' |
| *'''Civilian 2:''' ''The beloved is in the garden, ruminating upon the perfection of nature.''
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Bishop Ravenscroft, you created a sworn enemy when you murdered my People.'' |
| *'''Civilian 1:''' ''Oh, to be a flower held in her discerning hands, inspiring such languid verse.'' | |
| *'''Civilian 2:''' ''She must be relieved to be free of her wealthy patrons for a change.''
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| *'''Civilian 1:''' ''Oh! Perhaps she leads an exciting, secret double life, slipping out of the palaces to find inspiration in common life.''
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| *'''Civilian 2:''' ''I doubt it.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The Translator! What is he still doing here?'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''Confess.'' |
| Basim approached him
| | *'''Ravenscroft:''' ''You know this Place. They Hate us here. When I turned the other Cheek, they took everything. We were cast out. Only Du Casse heard my Pleas. He taught us the Ways of his Order. Found us a new Home. By joining with him I bought time for this Church.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Hunayn. You should not be back so soon.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''You paid for it with your Soul.'' |
| *'''Hunayn:''' ''I know, I'm still nervous, but ... I couldn't stay away from my books.'' | | *'''Ravenscroft:''' ''When we fought back, our Tormentors began to fear us. We are winning, Abel. So, I summoned everyone I knew for a final push. But you defied me, Abel. And others would have followed if your people were not made an Example of.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I guess we must always do our duty.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''The Villagers. My People. Their Murder was a Lesson?'' |
| *'''Hunayn:''' ''Wada'an.'' | | *'''Ravenscroft:''' ''Was it not a Lesson when the Lord ordered Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac? I took no pleasure in it, Abel. Faith compelled me to act. The Others were losing Faith and Resolve. The alliance with the Templars was going to fall apart. Some got brave, like you Abel. I was desperate. And it worked. The other Villages flocked to Kingston, begging for Protection. Our Numbers grew again. Your People's sacrifice served God's Will. Please, have Mercy. Are we not called to forgive?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''The Lord may forgive you. But I do not.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''That astronomer might be one of them, though I doubt it.''
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| Basim approached the man.
| | <!-- Missing, seem to be pirate barks |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Sayyidi (Sit), I am honored to make your acquaintance.'' | | More Guns. The Bishop really has stepped into Du Casse's shoes. |
| *'''Al-Farghani:''' ''Good to see more young people enjoying the House of Wisdom.''
| | The Bishop's Orders are to kill anyone who approaches. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Do you think the Great Scholar will give a good lecture?'' | | I've never seen him like this. Were the Guns in Cape Bonavista that important? |
| *'''Al-Farghani:''' ''Do not waste time listening to his nonsense. I have written many more edifying and practical books instead.'' | | It were what happened to the Crew that has him afeared. Our best Men, gutted like Pigs. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''On which topics?''
| | --> |
| *'''Al-Farghani:''' ''I have written extensively about sun-dials, astrolabes, stars and planets, and the circumpherence of the Earth.'' | | ===Caught Between Heaven and Hell=== |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Fascinating, sayyidi. I shall read more of your work soon. Wada'an. (Farewell.)'' | | |
| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' Muito Obrigado (''Thank you''), Captain. I wasn't sure if I could do what had to be done.'' |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''What will you do now?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''I can't say. How are my Villagers who joined you in Great Inagua? They must think poorly of me for becoming a Pirate again.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I am sure they do not.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Thank you, Captain.'' |
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| {{IUNote|Title=Ode to Al-Bahamut|Text=We are borne upon the back<br>Of Bahamut below.<br>All that bars us from the black<br>Is Bahamut below.<br><br>All should fall to chaos but<br>For Bahamut below.<br>Our weakness would betray us but<br>For Bahamut below.<br><br>Far too great for mortal eyes<br>Is Bahamut below.<br>And so the ignorant despise<br>Al Bahamut below.<br><br>Yet those wise enough to love<br>Al Bahamut below<br> Shall ever shepherd those above<br>Al Bahamut below.}}
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Padre's People have been hard at Work.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''There is that poet Tabid loves, whose work keeps turning up in unexpected places.'' | |
| *'''Arib:''' ''Spirit of the sands, pilot of desert ships, from distant lands, bring to our ears... From your wind-touched lips, the mirage's song, the kiss that grips.''
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| *'''Arib:''' ''Yes?'' | | *'''Henry Congreve:''' ''Well, it's not quite the Cathedral of Saint Paul. We've little in the way of Ornaments.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Symmetry of sky and sea, but only in thine eye do these two planes meet.''
| | *'''Diana Calverey:''' ''We don't need those. You've turned a musty old Hut into a Place of Worship. You did well, Henry.'' |
| *'''Arib:''' ''You have read my work. And who might you be?'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''A lover of poetry, nothing more. And of order ... or should I say chaos?''
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| *'''Arib:''' ''I know only one living poet who loves chaos that much, Ali ibn Muhammad. Are you a fan of his pedestrian work?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The rivalry between you two is legendary, it enhances the craft. I cannot choose.''
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| *'''Arib:''' ''You are most diplomatic, but I would rather seek inspiration among these lovely blooms. Good day.''
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| *'''Kahraman:''' ''Attention, Symposium attendees! The Great Scholar's lecture will begin after a short delay. Meanwhile, enjoy our bounteous snacks and the sparkling wit of your fellow guests.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Mistress Calverley, how are you settling in?'' |
| | *'''Diana:''' ''This Place is livelier than what I am used to. I enjoy it, but I do miss the Padre's Cooking.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I am sure he can still host the odd Pig Roast.'' |
| | *'''Diana:''' ''Yes. If I know him, he still carries every one of us in his Heart. Be good to him, my Dear.'' |
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Hey, Nine-Fingers! Over here! I told you I'd see you around.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Impressive Work, we had little use for that Derelict.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Indeed. And what brings you back?'' | | *'''Henry:''' ''Thank you. How is the Padre holding up?'' |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''I want to show you something.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The Work on the Ship gives him Purpose.'' |
| | *'''Henry:''' ''Hmm. Keep him busy, Captain.'' |
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''These House of Wisdom bores collect the wildest trinkets and gadgets.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''They've settled in well.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I have been here before, Nehal. This is Ahmad ibn Musa's office. Have you been sneaking in there?''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Ahmad and his brothers are capable of designing some fantastic devices.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Your People are in good Spirits. Even built a Church. Would you like to take a look?'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Not all of his ideas are that practical, I'm afraid.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''Perhaps, another Time.'' |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''Don't be so smug, the world is full of wonders.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Do you still see yourself as a Man of God?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''A Man of God? I am a Man of the Sea. A Man of the Sword. I am a Believer and I am a Killer. There is no Refuge for my Sort. This World does not forgive, nor does it forget. The Jackdaw is Home now.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You've met the Assassins. They're Killers too, and they wouldn't turn you out.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''I've had enough of Orders and Titles. The Ocean is a wide and wild Expanse. Perhaps God created it for Wanderers like you and me? Those caught between Heaven and Hell.'' |
| | |
| | ==Tobias Smith== |
| | ===No Box Dark Enough=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''I didn't take you for a petal-picking sort.'' |
| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''To pluck is to end. You Love. You lose. I mentioned a Commander. Did I? No matter.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Man who put you in a box? Vile business, Tobias.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''So it goes. Should I be spared? When others face the Box, should I stand aside and tinker with Cannons?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Well, there are no Boxes here and we hoped you would help us with some improvements on the Jackdaw.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''My knobby Hands once fashioned deadly instruments, to be sure. I can't be sure. Can I trust Memory? I see the Mortars I made for the Commander, stout and of uncommon Strength and Quality.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Well then, I would like to have a look at those. Where are they now?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''A dark Place. A place of Screams. A Theatre of Cruelty. The Seas of Punta Guarico, on an Island called Petite Caverne. If the Mortars are to be found, they are there, or thereabouts.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The sooner we find this Cave, the better the Jackdaw will be for it.'' |
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Does this remind you of your nightmares?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I expect it won't be as easy as sailing in and taking the Weapons.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''No. More like something from the Bimaristan. Or a training chart of the Hidden Ones.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''Who can know. If much is as it was, Petite Caverne is well-guarded. The Commander keeps the Weapons under Lock and Key.'' |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''Ah, yes. The swift ways to kill silently. Death in seconds.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Hmm. Not exactly ripe for the picking, then.'' |
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''It gives me a tingle down my spine. Like I'm nearing a cosmic secret.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''How did you discover you had a knack for tinkering? Was it with the Privateers?'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''You read too much about magicians and lost cities buried beneath the dunes.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''Yes.'' |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''You don't read enough. Perhaps there are other worlds, other people, out among the stars.'' | | [a pause] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Nonsense.''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''All right, then.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''This. I have seen this before. Is this what you wanted to show me?'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''We're here.'' |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''Yes. It reminded me of that object we found at the palace. What is it?''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'll wait outside the Cavern.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''A drawing from an ancient book.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''Expect me, shortly.'' |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''There is something you are not telling me.''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Lads, keep the Jackdaw out of Sight. Find us when we're done!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''You do not want to know what happens behind closed doors.''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Why? Because you do not know either?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Because, as Dervis says, sometimes it is better not to know the truth behind the things we must do.''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''The truth, Basim, is that everything is here, in front of you, but you refuse to look at it. This is about you. It has always been about you, ever since that night...'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I took an oath, Nehal. To leave my old life behind and walk this path of shadows.'' | |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''And maybe some day you will find the light. But until then I will walk behind you, every step of the way, to remind you not to forget who you are.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Is that a threat?''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''I do not know.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Sounds like the lecture is about to begin. I should return to the Kahraman (chief servant).'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''You stayed in this dank Place? Tell me there was somewhere to call Home before this.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''There was an Island where I felt warmth. Contentment? I was a different man.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''We all were, Mate. What was this Island called?'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Pardon me, is Fazil Fahim's lecture ready to begin?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''How long must we wait?'' |
| *'''Kahraman:''' ''Indeed it is. Head inside, if you please.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''They come after dark. It will be worth it. The Commander hungers for Power. My Guns sate his Appetite.'' |
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| *'''Fazil:''' ''Welcome, one and all, to the House of Wisdom, center of learning in Baghdad. Indeed, of the entire world. I am Fazil Fahim al-Kemsa, first scholar of the House of Wisdom, wisest of the wise. Today I will shock you with what may sound like outrageous blasphemies. Do not fear, good people. Though I am old, my mind remains sharp as steel. Today I speak of mysteries, of creatures from the antediluvian age. Do not the ancient prophets tell us about giants from before the flood, who forsook Allah and worshipped false idols? Is it not possible that these giants built marvels, works of wondrous power now lost to us?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Two there. Careful, now.'' |
| Basim made his way to the front of the audience and readied his Hidden Blade, as Kahraman approached Fazil to whisper in his ear.
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| *'''Kahraman:''' ''Zahra and Hassan are both death, slain by an assassin's blade.''
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| *'''Fazil:''' ''They're dead?''
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| *'''Kahraman:''' ''Sayyidi, I urge you to hide until it's safe.''
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| Kahraman then spoke towards the crowd while Fazil left.
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| *'''Kahraman:''' ''Apologies people, but our lecture has concluded. Please, feel free to explore the House of Wisdom's many fine chambers.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''You call yourself "the Great Scholar", Fazil. You who burn books and hope the smoke will hide your crimes. How many did you sacrifice in your search for knowledge? How many did you use, damage and discard in the name of discovery? Now you hide within the House of Wisdom, the house you led astray. But I will find you, and I will exact jsutice for every soul you savaged for your "Great Work".'' | | *'''British soldier 1:''' ''Where is the Commander?'' |
| | *'''British soldier 2:''' ''Up ahead, on the Dock. Best not bother him, he's busy with his... Tests.'' |
| | *'''British soldier 1:''' ''That's the problem. We're running out of Boxes for the Bodies.'' |
| | *'''British soldier 2:''' ''I'm bettin' he goes for the left Arm on the next.'' |
| | *'''British soldier 3:''' ''Jaysus, Man. Careful you don't take on the Commander's cruel indifference.'' |
| | *'''British soldier 2:''' ''Or will it be an Eye?'' |
| | *'''British soldier 3:''' ''You're hopeless.'' |
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| | *'''Tobias:''' ''At last.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''So much for a quiet approach. Aim true, Smith!'' |
| The leader of the Order in Abbasiyah goes by Al-Rabisu, an ancient Mesopotamian word for "demon". Now he stands revealed as Fazil al-Kemsa, the Great Scholar of the House of Wisdom. From ilicitly acquiring valuable books to conducting unholy experiments on human subjects, he is a living example of the perversion of knowledge. The Great Symposium has revealed him. Now it's time to strike.
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| *'''Basim:''' ''It is true! Fazil leads the Order in Abbasiyah. I need to hunt him down.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Easy, Man! Christ!'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''A Debt was owed. No more.'' |
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| *'''Al-Farghani:''' ''The old fraud Fazil went into hiding.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''The Commander is ahead if I'm right.'' |
| *'''Arib:''' ''How exciting! What do you think frightened the Great Scholar?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''You don't seem too concerned with the Weapons. That's why we're here.'' |
| *'''Al-Farghani:''' ''The old fool must have imagined one of his antediluvian creatures. He's an absolute disgrace.''
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''It is a hateful and wicked Bargain but it is ours.'' |
| *'''Arib:''' ''But where did he run off to?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Smith, I took you to be caught in Death's Shadow. Now I see you're the one casting it.'' |
| *'''Hunayn:''' ''There's rumors of hidden passages beneath the House of Wisdom. Maybe he hid down there.'' | |
| *'''Al-Farghani:''' ''I have heard the rooftop gardener mention these places, yes.''
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| *'''Arib:''' ''What a colorful detail to include in my verse! "The scholar by secret tunnels fled, chased by delusions of deities who want him dead!"''
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| *'''Scholar:''' ''Where is the Kahraman? I wish to complain about the shortness of the lecture. I remain profoundly unedified!'' | | *'''Pirate:''' ''No, no! Please, I don't want to go in there!'' |
| | *'''British Officer 1:''' ''Shut your mouth and do what you're told.'' |
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| *'''Scribe:''' ''Did you see the powerful terror on the Great Scholar's face?'' | | *'''Pirate:''' ''Tobias? Brother! It's you!'' |
| *'''Architect:''' ''He looked like somebody about to get his skull drilled.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''Hurry. The Ship outside. Go.'' |
| *'''Scribe:''' ''How revolting!''
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| *'''Architect:''' ''Forget I mentioned it.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Pardon me, but I heard a rumor about a hidden basement beneath the House of Wisdom.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''On. Moving on. We must move on.'' |
| *'''Kahraman:''' ''A secret basement? You must be joking.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''No, not at all. Surely, such a large building must have basements and cellars to store books and inks.''
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| *'''Kahraman:''' ''I am aware of no such locations on these premises.''
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| |-|(Offer token to Bribe)=
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Perhaps a little token of my appreciation will jog your memory.''
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| *'''Kahraman:''' ''Most generous. Murders, mayham and bonfires. It's time for me to depart the House of Wisdom. Father has a fine carpet shop in Samarra. He always wanted me to take up the family trade.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''A wise choice. Now, about any hidden cellars?''
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| *'''Kahraman:''' ''Oh yes, of course. Forgive me. Now that you mention it, there is a basement hatch in the northwest courtyard.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Thank you.''
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| |-|Never mind.=
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| </tabber>
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Gatekeeper, let me pass.'' | | *'''Commander Cyrus:''' ''Bring another one in and clear the Mess of the last.'' |
| *'''Gatekeeper:''' ''Those Who Came Before are ...?'' | | *'''British Officer 2:''' ''There was a nice Ring on that one.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''What are you talking about?'' | | *'''Cyrus:''' ''Yes, leave it, that's mine.'' |
| *'''Gatekeeper:''' ''Those Who Came Before are ...?'' | | *'''British Officer 2:''' ''Ugh, the Stench...'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Let me get back to you.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''That's him.'' |
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| *'''Civilian 1:''' ''I've lost Fazil's greatest work.'' | | *'''British Officer 3:''' ''The Devil? Who are you?'' |
| *'''Civilian 2:''' ''What do you mean you lost the Great Scholar's masterwork?'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''Memory fading. Mind failing. What else?'' |
| *'''Civilian 1:''' ''I'm sorry! I was distracted by the presence of the famous poet, Arib.'' | | *'''British Officer 3:''' ''Are you simple?'' |
| *'''Civilian 2:''' ''Forget the poet! We better find Fazil's book or we're both dead.'' | | *'''British Officer 4:''' ''Why are you here? Filthy Rat!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Sounds like part of a passphrase.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''Why am I here? No matter. What will I do? That is the Question.'' |
| | *'''British Officer 5:''' ''Who are you? Stop!'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''A mere bag of Bones and Dust. As are we all. Let us hasten your Decay.'' |
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| {{IUNote|Title=The History of the Great Scholar|Text="...After Fazil Fahim al-Kemsa was appointed as the Head of the House of Wisdom, conditions improved immediately. Rare books from around the world were gathered. False scholars were dismissed and a virtuous new circle of educated and enlightened leaders led the House of Wisdom into a brave new era..."<br><br>This is an excerpt of a long work extolling the scholarship and virtues of the Great Scholar, Fazil Fahim.}}
| | *'''Cyrus:''' '' Who are you?'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''That book looks out of place, wedged behind a desk like that. A History of the Great Scholar and His Magnificent Reforms of the House of Wisdom by Fazil Fahim. Not sure if this is the correct volume.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''He's yours, Smith.'' |
| | *'''Cyrus:''' ''You.'' |
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| {{IUNote|Title=The Lovers’ Rendezvous|Text=Dearly beloved,<br><br>Fazil's work, despite its flaws, has inspired me to bravery. Meet me on the stairway down the hall. I'll be waiting with our favorite piece of literature.<br><br>- Aisha}}
| | *'''Cyrus:''' ''What? All of this for some Flowers? Maybe I should have looked closer at you. And taken more.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Looks like somebody left a book in the stairwell.'' | |
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| {{IUNote|Title=Caretaker Instructions|Text=Caretaker,<br><br>I have new instructions regarding the library's book collection. Books authored by the Great Scholar Fazil must be held in a special collection for security reasons.<br><br>Specifically, the title of his book on astronomy is being used as a coded phrase.<br><br>Burn this note upon receipt.<br><br>- Guard Captain,<br>House of Wisdom}}
| | *'''Cyrus:''' ''You piece of Shit. That's all you are, Dirt and Water.'' |
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| {{IUNote|Title=The Folly of Poetry|Text="...Furthermore, poetry distracts young scholars from their proper and primary duty of soaking up the wisdom dripping from their superiors. Students must behave like sponges, absorbing knowledge, not like foolish barnyard animals, their passions aroused by useless verses..."<br><br>This is an excerpt of a short work questioning the value of poetry, written by the Great Scholar, Fazil Fahim.}}
| | *'''Cyrus:''' ''I broke you open and looked inside. And you know what I found? Nothing. You're empty. You're a Puppet! A Nobody! You're Nothing!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The Folly of Poetry by Fazil Fahim. Does not sound too romantic, to be honest.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''There is no Box dark enough. But this will do.'' |
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| {{IUNote|Title=Many Thanks|Text=My friend,<br><br>Many thanks for granting me access to the privace reading balcony in the northwest. I find it ideal for my discreet astronomical observations.<br><br>I may have left Fazil's astronomy text there. Did anyone find it?<br><br>- Shabir the Star-wise}}
| | *'''Edward:''' ''What? Not even a Smile? We exorcised your Demon! Live a little, Man.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''This letter mentions a private reading balcony. Might be where the reader has taken the book.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''He is gone. Yes. But the Shadow on my Soul remains.'' |
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| {{IUNote|Title=Those Who Came Before are Those Who Shall Return|Text="...The many stars in the sky offer a riddle, a puzzle, but one that should only be considered by great scholars gathered in a luxurious House of Wisdom, protected by guards, well-funded with the latest instruments. Only in such lofty conditions can these heavenly mysteries be fully contemplated, free from the superstition and dogma of the ignorant masses...”<br><br>This is an excerpt from a work of astronomy written by the Great Scholar, Fazil Fahim.}}
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''I need to see Crooked Island. There's a Village there. After that, the Mortars.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''An impressive volume, written by Fazil Fahim. Could be his masterwork. Its title is "Those Who Came Before are Those Who Shall Return." That has to be it.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Are there more parts you need at Crooked Island.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''What is it Smith? What is there that you need?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Love. Long dimmed, nearly gone. Not gone.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''We are bound for Crooked Island, then. But I need those Mortars to be set right after our visit.'' |
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| | ===All Love Must End=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Tell me about this Island we're headed to. Was it your Home?'' |
| | [pause] |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''All right, I'll go first.[beat] I came of age on a Farm. We are Shepherds, us Kenways. But I wanted more, for my Family... for me. So I took to the Seas, and here I am.'' |
| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''I was born in Barbados. I've little Memory of it. Maybe I wasn't. Who can say now with all that's happened.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''And Crooked Island?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''I stole away there as a Youth. Met my Wife. A sunny Place. Fine People. A different Time. A short Time. I fell in with some Pirates. It was them who taught me to use Firearms and Machines. Then the British came. One of their Raids. No warning. Men, Women, Children, no matter. Taken and gone. You know the rest.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's over now. Let's hope your Wife awaits your Return with open Arms.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''It is Hope that's brought me the most Pain these last Years.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Gatekeeper!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''There it is, Crooked Island. There's Smoke.'' |
| *'''Gatekeeper:''' ''Those Who Came Before are...?''
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Something's amiss.'' |
| <tabber>
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| |-|Are Those Who Shall Return=
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| *'''Basim:''' ''... Are Those Who Shall Return.'' | |
| *'''Gatekeeper:''' ''Correct! You may proceed.''
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| |-|History of the Great Scholar=
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| |-|The Folly of Poetry=
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| |-|I don't know.=
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| </tabber>
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| {{IUNote|Title=The Great Scholar Commands|Text=Staff,<br><br>Yes, it is true our scholars need a clean work space. But do not disturb me with trivia about cleaning, dusting, and lost books. Show some initiative!<br><br>I am busy with my Great Work in the basement. Further interruptions shall result in a flogging.<br><br>- Fazil Fahim<br>Great Scholar of the House of Wisdom}}
| | *'''Edward:''' ''English Ships.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''A Raid. We must stop them.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Lead on.'' |
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| {{IUNote|Title=Threatening Letter|Text=Al-Rabisu,<br><br>You consider yourself the great scholar, do you not? And as you will tell anything with cars, Alruh is your great work? Why then, with such an abundance of greatness, is there such lack of progress?<br><br>You gave assurances. I expect you to honor them.<br><br>- Al-Mardikhwar}}
| | *'''Portuguese civilian 1:''' ''Not my Son, please! Take me instead!'' |
| | *'''British soldier 1:''' ''Shut your Mouth.'' |
| | [fight] |
| | *'''British soldier 2:''' ''Meddlesome Rats! Leave that one Alive, he'll fetch a Sum.'' |
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| {{IUNote|Title=To Taste the Infinite|Text=Al-Rabisu,<br><br>I hope your progress this month on Alruh has been superior to your previous performance. The device is essential to our goals. I myself yearn to try it again, to taste the infinite, to experience that unworldly rush of incipient paradise once more. It is ... exquisite.<br>I urge you to redouble your efforts to complete your Great Work.<br><br>Yours in the Order,<br>Al-Ghul}}
| | *'''Portuguese civilian 1:''' ''Oh, thank you.'' |
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| {{IUNote|Title=Fazil's Diary|Text=l am so close I can taste it. I just need more time, better research subjects - and a translation of that damned, nameless book!<br><br>But once I get the Great Work functioning, I will be able to probe the depths of the human mind. This will unlock the secrets of the universe. It must!<br><br>Power beyond all comprehension. Miracles undreamed of. All the secrets of the alchemists, at my command.}}
| | *'''African civilian 1:''' ''Please, I am old.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The scholar's notes... He believes in these ancient beings, the masters of memory.'' | | *'''British soldier 3:''' ''You'll still fetch a Price.'' |
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| {{IUNote|Title=To the Head of the Order|Text=Al-Bahamut,<br><br>Greetings from the House of Wisdom. As I pen this letter, it is with great pride that I present you with a progress report.<br><br>The fire we set provided the perfect cover for the theft of rare and valuable books to aid in the translation of the mysterious volume. <br><br>Meanwhile the fresh batch of research subjects have proven quite fruitful in our quest to unlock the secrets of the human brain.<br><br>However, such work is labor intensive and expensive. Have you reconsidered my request for additional funding?<br><br>Yours in the Order,<br> - Al-Rabisu}}
| | *'''African civilian 1:''' ''I owe you my Life.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''No question about it. Fazil was neck-deep in the Order.'' | |
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| *'''Soldier 1:''' ''Nobody's putting me in that thing. Not ever.'' | | *'''African civilian 2:''' ''Mark, Mark! Wake up, Man!'' |
| *'''Soldier 2:''' ''Don't worry, we've got plenty of volunteers.''
| | *'''British soldier 4:''' ''Too late for Him. That should teach you lot to try to escape.'' |
| *'''Soldier 1:''' ''You can pull out my teeth with hot irons before you get me in there.'' | |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''There is a deep wrongness here, a reek of rot and iron.'' | | *'''British soldier 5:''' ''You belong in the Fire!'' |
| | [other fight] |
| | *'''British soldier 6:''' ''Knaves! Off with you!'' |
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| {{IUNote|Title=Robing is Mandatory|Text=No subjects shall enter if they are not wearing their robes. You may find the appropriate garb in the room ajoining the recuperation cells.}}
| | *'''African civilian 2:''' ''Mark, my Friend, we're Saved! Please open your Eyes!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Those robes might help me get closer to Fazil.'' | |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What have they done to these people?'' | | *'''African civilian 3:''' ''Thank you, thank you!'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Poor guy will not need this anymore.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Hah! They fled back to the Sea.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''They will return.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''This place is safe, for now. Let's find your Home?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Yes.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Lead the Way.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''This should help me blend in.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''You're uneasy.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''I don't know this place like I did. Not no more.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''It has been... some Years. Should I let you get on with it?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''No. Come. I do not know if my Wife will remember me.'' |
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| *'''Civilian:''' ''Please ... take me back there, I don't belong here. Where is my robe? I can't meet the scholar without my special robe! This world doesn't look right. Someone, take me back to the bright, shiny place.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The House is in ruins. A Grave.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''My Wife. May she rest.'' |
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| *'''Guard:''' ''Next subject, in here now!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''She never forgot you.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''There are horrors here. But the most terrifying thing is that I have seen it all before. Somehow.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''She gave me this. "As long as they persist, so will we," she said. Flowers die, dry, and rot. I did not say it then. I failed her. All Love must end with one saying goodbye to the other. She was my Light. It is Darkness once more.'' |
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| *'''Fazil:''' ''Who dares meddle with my Great Work? Killing my allies and spoiling my lecture, it's an outrage.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I have said goodbye to many Friends, Close and True. The Ache never leaves.'' |
| *'''The Fist of Wisdom:''' ''It looks like the handiwork of a trained assassin.''
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Upon my Death, bury me next to she is all I ask.'' |
| *'''Fazil:''' ''Must be some faction in the Round City. Or one of those jealous brutes in Sharqiyah.'' | |
| *'''The Fist of Wisdom:''' ''These killings were too subtle for mercenaries.''
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| *'''Fazil:''' ''No matter! Once I understand how the mechanism works, I will prove myself to Al-Bahamut.''
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| *'''The Fist of Wisdom:''' ''In here, lackwit.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''Edward. Thank you. I know little of this World. Almost nothing. But I had to know my Wife's Fate.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You can be a dark Cloud over calm Waters, Smith. But we'll put some Cheer on those Bones yet. It's been a pleasure to get to know you, Smith.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Thank you, Captain.'' |
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| | ===Very Little, But Something=== |
| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''Captain.'' |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Smith. How are my Mortars coming?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''The Materials I need have arrived at Great Inagua. We should go there.'' |
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| *'''Fazil:''' ''You are new, aren't you? I don't recognize you. They promised you gold when you volunteered, yes? No matter, what you are about to behold surpasses all worldly riches. Don't be afraid. Are you afraid?'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''The Mortars are ready. They only need to be fitted.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Good Man! It took some doing but I expect they'll be worth it.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''The British Raiding Ships, those that remain, sail unopposed. I've learned of their Location.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I see.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''The Flame of my life may be snuffed out, but we can save others from that same Darkness.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''The Ships were seen near Crooked Island. To finish what they started, I'd guess. Guesses, wagers... them all we have.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''These Mortars could do with some testing, anyway.'' |
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| *'''Fazil:''' ''This is my Great Work. I call it Alruh. It will take you on a journey to another realm. Why did the Frist Ones leave this world behind filled with fools, I wonder? And make so few of me? We call this the House of Wisdom, but its foundations are unsound. For beneath the House of Wisdom lies the Dungeon of Ignorance. And upon such dark secrets we build our philosophies. Science is the noblest purpose. Knowledge is the greatest power.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Fine work on these Mortars, Smith!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''No.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''They too will someday fail you.'' |
| *'''Fazil:''' ''No? Then what?''
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| *'''Fazil:''' ''Argh...'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''There. The Ships.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Justice.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Time to put these Guns to the Test.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Fazil:''' ''This may be the place. It may be here where lies absolute knowledge. It ... it is not how I remember it. Behind the doors. It looked ... brighter.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Haha! Now that's Power!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''But in the end, all we see is darkness.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''Just chemicals and Iron, Captain.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I need to get out of here, get back to Tabid.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''Them Panic. Good.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Load the Powder! Again!'' |
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| | | *'''Edward:''' ''Easy does it! Hah!'' |
| =====A Job Well Done=====
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''They will return to Darkness.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''Basim ibn Is'haq.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Another Wave! Prepare yourselves!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''How did you find this place?''
| |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''Easy. I just followed the trails of blood.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''You should not be here.''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Do you talk to him?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''This is something!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Sometimes. Yes.''
| |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''But he does not answer. I do. We have drifted apart since ... since that day. But what we have seen, back at the palace... This light. These sounds. You cannot have possibly forgotten.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Unlike you, Nehal, I keep the past in the past.''
| |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''You call yesterday the past? And this jinni of yours, this repulsive shadow that crushes your chest ... has it crawled back into the past too?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''No, it is still here. Sometimes, even in the day, I feel its breath on my neck. The nightmare invades the real world. Or has always been part of it.''
| |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''This is part of your reality, Basim. I am a part of yuor reality too. I m your past. Tell me ... will you leave me there? In the dark corners of your memory?''
| |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I will not.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''More ships, Captain.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Let them come!'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Tabid:''' ''Now if you could invent a mechanical rug-sweeper... Basim.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''We've sailed through worse, Lads! Give them everything! I'll say it again, Smith, these Mortars are a Revelation!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''It is done.''
| |
| *'''Tabid:''' ''And how did it all play out?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I am afraid this is a tale for another day. We will save it for one of our campfires.''
| |
| Basim handed Tabid the bloodied feather.
| |
| *'''Tabid:''' ''You have done well, my friend.''
| |
| *'''Ahmad:''' ''Better get back to my work. You know how easily I get bored. Thank you for what you did, Basim.''
| |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Tabid:''' ''It is the truth, you have done well. One last thing. Arib? Was she ... involved?'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''Leave only Crab food.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Not that I know, but we must remain vigilant.''
| |
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| -->
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Well done, Smith.'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate:''' ''Nice work on them Cannons, Deadman!'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You can choose another Nickname if you'd prefer. The crew will respect it.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''I'm fond of the name. A reminder of my Path.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You've called down Thunder, Deadman. Your Guns will spread Fear across the Seas.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''With so little to hold on to, it is something. Very little. But something. Almost nothing. Still, I'll cling to it.'' |
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| ====Karkh==== | | ==A World Without Gold== |
| <!--
| | ===That Bastard Maynard=== |
| =====Coins and Daggers=====
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Quiet beach. Top Grog. A bleedin' House on a Hill. We'll be made soft and the Job's not done.'' |
| | *'''Anne Bonny:''' ''It's treasure enough for some, Edward. You must keep that in sight.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''There's a Lot to keep in sight these Days. Thatch had it all figured, and look what it got him.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''That need not be your End.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| {{IUNote|Title=A Mysterious Note|Text=Hidden One, if you have the time there is a .. commodity on the streets you should know of. It is called "Secret Spice", and rumor has it that people are almost out to kill just for a sample. No one really knows it's ''[sic]'' origin, but I have a feeling you'll be able to find out. Perhaps the spice stall at the Great Bazaar can provide some answers.}}
| | *'''Robert Maynard:''' ''The King of England loves Mulled wine. Do you have mulled wine at this... ...establishment? What makes it special is the addition of Nutmeg, you see. A spice our Majesty the King has delivered from the far East, for we, his Subjects, to enjoy.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Basim! Over here.'' | | *'''Maynard:''' ''Let it not be said that those with Power cannot treat the Little People charitably.'' |
| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Hmm. You seem shorter than I remembered, Basim.''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Ah...You'll find no little People here.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''And you still have not grown a single digit, Rebekah.''
| |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Now, we're not here as enemies.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''No, but we never held back on the training ground.''
| |
| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Roshan tells me you are a local here.'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''In a manner of speaking. I lived here a time before I left for Anbar.''
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| *'''Rebekah:''' ''This place is no different from the places I'm used to. The rich wipe their shit with the clothes of the poor.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''That is the Karkh I remember.''
| |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''It is your Karkh no longer. Rebekah has uncovered a district tainted by corruption ... stronger than usual.''
| |
| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Rumors of harassment from officials, and goods being controlled and seized. We think someone here has a hold over the district.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Let me guess. The Order.''
| |
| *'''Rebekah:''' ''A grand auction is happening, the Da'irat Al-mal. An annual show of silk robes comparing their golden spoons. No surprise, but this event is invite only. There is a high chance one of our targets will attend.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''So, gain entry into the auction and find the one behind this.''
| |
| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Mumtaz! (How delightful!) You catch on quick.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Finding it hard to keep up?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''You must be lost, Mate.'' |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''There might be clues if we trace trouble to the root. I can show you where they are brewing. Join me outside when you're ready.'' | | *'''Maynard:''' ''Lost? On the contrary.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| <tabber>
| | *'''Maynard:''' ''I'm here with purpose; to offer this Boon from the King's Table as a gesture of his good Will. And with it a Chance for you, Edward Kenway, along with these other Pirates, to leave this place with your Lives. It's what Our Majesty the King, God save him, would prefer.'' |
| |-|Discuss the Grand Auction=
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''What else do you know about the Da'irat Al-mal?''
| |
| *'''Rebekah:''' ''A specially curated place, one for the rich to display their bounty.'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Does an event like that happen frequently here?''
| |
| *'''Rebekah:''' ''If the local merchants are to be believed, it happens once a year. But I'm sure there are no shortages of parties for the wealthy. What else?''
| |
| | |
| |-|Discuss Karkh=
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''What have you learnt about Karkh? I want to see it from fresh eyes.''
| |
| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Nothing that I'm not used to. Corruption, poverty... But the souq is vibrant. The spices, the materials... and oh, the tools! So many things I could experiment with.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Already thinking about taking a break?''
| |
| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Oh, calm down. I know where my focus lies. What else?''
| |
| | |
| |-|Discuss Rebekah=
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''You know a little bit about me and where I am from. What about you, Rebekah?''
| |
| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Since when do you want to know more about me?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Come now, we are on the same side. Does not hurt to get to know who you are working with.''
| |
| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Hmph. Well, I'm not from here but let's just say my parents would not be out of place at an event like the Grand Auction.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''You came from riches?''
| |
| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Shamefully so. As a child I never enjoyed the glamor, the dress up, and the manners. It was all so suffocating. It all changed when I stepped outside of our gates one day and saw the world for what it really is. I've never turned back since. What else?''
| |
| | |
| |-|Nothing else.=
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''No more questions. Shukran (Thank you), Rebekah.''
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| </tabber>
| |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Master.'' | | *'''Maynard:''' ''Myself, I'm inclined to a more... Permanent Solution.'' |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Are you ready, Basim? Karkh awaits.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Ready. Leu us move.''
| |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Follow me.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Ever thought you would return here, to Karkh?'' | | *'''Maynard:''' ''I await your unconditional Surrender at Kingston.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''No. Much of my childhood was spent along these streets, finding friendship with rats and roaches. Some memories are good, most are bitter.''
| |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Memories only serve to distract us. The Order has spread their influence into every crack in the city, turning Baghdad into their farm.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''That will change.''
| |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Responsability lies heavy on our shoulders. The Order's blight falls over Karkh, and we are the only ones who can cure it.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''How has Rebekah been adjusting to Karkh?''
| |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''She does not like the politics, but she has to fulfill her duty. Karkh is an acquired taste. Businesses at each other's throats, the obsession over money, perfume...''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''People here are happy to be lost in their own paradise.''
| |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''A paradise that can only be afforded by the wealthy, and often, corrupted.''
| |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Come, we're nearly there.'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''Who was that Bastard?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That was the bastard that killed Thatch.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Welcome back to Karkh.'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''Edward. A word... best in Private.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Spice still clings to the air.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''My Quarters, then.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''What was it like, the first time you took a life?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''That bastard Pirate Hunter... his name's Lieutenant Robert Maynard, though I call him a few other things besides.'' |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''I barely recall. It was a man I used to know well. Before all this. Before the Hidden Ones.'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''Maynard's going to be a problem for us.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''You do not remember...?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''That's his intention.'' |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''My memories are buried next to him. I refused to let his death haunt me, the way his breath haunted me when he was alive. I own't let the past define me. This is why I now consider myself the daugther of no one. If we do not quell the storm within us while awake, it takes us in our dreams. Like with you ... and your jinni.'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''There's been Redcoats everywhere since Thatch. Now that cocky Bastard walks in, bold as you please, and threatens us to our faces. Blackbeard would be turning in his Grave.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Aye. I've been thinking on that.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Now. The souq. Like Rebekah said, some guards came through recently. Breaking bottles, smashing crates.'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''What's your Plan for Maynard, then?'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''What caused this aggression?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I mean to go to Kingston, pay him a quiet visit.'' |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Let's find out. I've also heard they're seizing foreign goods, mostly from the East Road.'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''Getting there may not be easy. They say he's got a Warship tearing up Freebooters anywhere near the Place.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The East Road? I believe I know someone who can help. It has been an age, hopefully he's still around. I would be happy to see him again.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The Jackdaw's Crew can hold their own in a Fight well enough.'' |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Do not let nostalgia cloud reality, Basim.'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''This is no ordinary Fight. Maynard's got the King's Navy behind him. And he hates us, you saw it. I think he hates you most of all.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I will not. I know nothing stays the same.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Even more Reason for me to go in quiet.'' |
| []
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Kingston then, just... be careful, Edward. We've lost Nassau. We can't lose Inagua too.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''It has been some time... I wonder what has changed around here. Maybe I could first pay an old friend a visit.'' | |
| [] | | [] |
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|
| =====Coin, Corruption and Tea===== | | <!-- ???? |
| | It's not just the Navy behind Maynard, it's the Royal Coffers as well. He's sure to have a nice Stash of Gold somewhere. |
| | Maynard! That Shitbird's been nipping at my Heels for weeks, wanting to make his Name. |
| | Maynard? Who is he? |
| | Another of the King's Lackeys itching to measure himself against my Reputation. |
| | All right, Lieutenant Maynard. You've earned your Reckoning! |
| | Anne might be right. Time ashore would do us all Good. |
| | --> |
| | ===Not Even a Real Captain=== |
| | *'''Anne Bonny:''' ''Finding Maynard in Kingston will be like looking for a Needle in a Bottle of Hay.'' |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''He's no shrinking Violet. He will have made certain everyone in Town knows he's there.'' |
| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''I was only in Kingston once. It all got a bit blurry after the second Bottle.'' |
| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''I know Kingston well enough. If you ask me, Maynard will be with his Military Friends on the western side.'' |
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| *'''Kong:''' ''Lies! You reported my crate of beautiful leaves, I know it!.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''That's a lot of soldiers for an old Barn. It looks like Padre was right.'' |
| *'''Luca:''' ''Go away, Kong. You are old and full of fear and piss. It is sad.''
| |
| *'''Kong:''' ''You...!''
| |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What fresh brew do you have for me today, Kong?'' | | *'''British officer:''' ''This Lot here belongs to Lieutenant Maynard. I have a Letter in my Hand saying it goes out on the next Transport.'' |
| *'''Kong:''' ''No brew until Luca returns my crate! But if you have come to buy tea, I have many recommendations...''
| |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Kong! It is me, Basim.'' | | *'''British officer:''' ''Report!'' |
| *'''Kong:''' ''Ni shì shuí ā? (Who are you?) Who?'' | | *'''British soldier:''' ''Sir! Transport has informed us there will be a delay.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Uh ... Basim... ?'' | | *'''British officer:''' ''Well how long did they say! I'm not going to be the one to tell the Lieutenant he can't have his Stuff! |
| *'''Kong:''' ''I am not an idiot! Everyone claims to be someone I know. Answer me this. What tea did my Basim like?'' | | *'''British soldier:''' ''They didn't say, Sir! |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Ginger, with some turmeric.'' | | *'''British officer:''' ''Damn it! What with the HMS Demolition getting away late for Eleuthera Today as well... You better hope that Transport arrives, or he'll have both our Heads.'' |
| *'''Kong:''' ''Wrong! Basim does not like tea!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Blast! Maynard's not here. He's left for Eleuthera.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Kong:''' ''Wah, Basim! Little finch, look at you all dressed up! Come, come. Follow me to my stall, away from this terrible man.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The Bastard's not even a real Captain.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Kong:''' ''So, little finch! What have you been up to, ah? So many years...''
| | [[Database: Commander's Letter]] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Just here and there. I ... had to leave Baghdad for a while.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''A Pirate Master Gunner. This could work in our favor.'' |
| *'''Kong:''' ''Ah, youth!''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''What about yourself, Kong? What have you been doing these years?''
| |
| *'''Kong:''' ''Doing what I do best. Making coin! Although with some difficulty of late. The guards are on high alert, and that Greek merchant has taken it in his stride to report me at every chance. I know it in my ripe old bones that he waits for me to die of starvation. Or worse, go out of business. Ah! But here you are, little finch. Remember the dazzling duo we used to be? How about helping a friend out, for old times!''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Ah, just like old times. But I need to speak with you after this. There is something I need as well.''
| |
| *'''Kong:''' ''Of course! After you fetch my confiscated crate of beautiful leaves. It must be over there, where the guards are. Go forth!''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Fine. But I have something to ask of you, after this.''
| |
| *'''Kong:''' ''Yes, yes, of course!.''
| |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''This must be Kong's crate of tea leaves.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Silverware from Thatch's Revenge, and his other Treasures. Maynard's been helping himself to Pirate Holds.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Looks like this crate is still intact. Kong will be pleased.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Anne will be wondering where I am.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Kong:''' ''My leaves! Praise be to you, little finch!''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Where shall I put it?''
| |
| *'''Kong:''' ''Come, come! Put it here.''
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| []
| |
| *'''Kong:''' ''Basim delivers once again! Many thanks, little finch!''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Where are these from? India?''
| |
| *'''Kong:''' ''No, this is all the way from China! Dali, my hometown, produces the best leaves! I also import leaves from India, and even Persia.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Moving up in the world, Kong.''
| |
| *'''Kong:''' ''Karkh first, then the world. I am now selling my goods at the Grand Auction. Have you heard of it?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The Da'irat Al-mal. Yes, I am trying to get in.''
| |
| *'''Kong:''' ''Why? What kind of business are you doing, little finch? Why not share it with me? We worked so well together!''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The kind of business that could get you into big trouble. Do you think you can help me get into the auction?''
| |
| *'''Kong:''' ''Ah, that is my Basim, always with the secrets. But do not play around, huh? Karkh is much more dangerous now than before. The auction is very exclusive. It is not easy to get in. I can help you, little finch. But first, I have a request.''
| |
| []
| |
| *'''Kong:''' ''See, there? Blocked. The guards are stopping everything that comes in from the road and river. It is as if they are taking orders from someone higher up. These days, they do not even accept my bribes.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''They must be looking for something. An object, or...''
| |
| *'''Kong:''' ''Some stupid nonsense, I do not know! But they spoil my business, that I do know! Now I just ssell dumb leaf water. I hear that they keep the items in the Harbormaster's guarded warehouse, somewhere east of here...''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Let me guess. You want me to help you free your wares in exchange for entry into the auction.''
| |
| *'''Kong:''' ''The warehouse is decorated with banners, around some cranes. My items for entry into the auction. Sound like a good deal?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Sounds like a deal.''
| |
| []
| |
| *'''Luca:''' ''Hey, you! Kong's friend. I may have something you would be interested in. Come closer.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''What can I do for you?''
| |
| *'''Luca:''' ''This is about what I can do for you. Did Kong ask you to enter a warehouse?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Just say what you have to say.''
| |
| *'''Luca:''' ''That Kong is always trying his luck. Well, it's his lucky day because I happen to know where it is. All I need is something in return...''
| |
| <tabber>
| |
| |-|(Offer token to Bribe)=
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Tell me what you know.''
| |
| *'''Luca:''' ''Follow the road, cross the bridge on the right. You'll see the warehouse on your left, past the river.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''That narrows it down. Thank you.''
| |
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|
| |-|Never mind.=
| | <!-- |
| </tabber>
| | That new Shipment, some are saying they moved it because it came from the Hold of Blackbeard hisself. |
| []
| | You'd believe anything. All new Shipments go to the Barn now. Lieutenant's Orders. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The warehouse Kong mentioned. I need to find out more about this Harbormaster.'' | | |
| []
| | |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''Greece ... India ... anything out of Baghdad. If I want to keep my head, I better be sure to check them all.'' | | Lieutenant Maynard cuts a fine Figure. We could do with more of his Ilk, if you ask me. |
| []
| | Some say he took Gold and who knows what other godless Idols from Pirates, and hid it all in that Barn of his. |
| {{IUNote|Title=Instructions from the Harbormaster|Text=To All:<br><br>A blockade is to be erected at the harbor. Seize any foreign exotic artifacts and keep eyes out for a Chinese hairpin. There can be no room for error. I know where all of you live. I know your families. Do as you are told. No questions asked.<br><br>Javed}}
| | You know what the Priest said about idle Gossip! You should be ashamed! |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Instruction to search any and all foreign goods ... for an artifact. An ancient Chinese hairpin, specifically. This all starts at the harbor.'' | | I'm just saying I heard it, is all. There's no Sin in that, is there? |
| []
| | |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''Did you hear that Javed is in trouble? Maybe I can be the next Harbormaster.'' | | |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''Rather you than me. Whose head do you think will roll next?'' | | Whatever you think of the Lieutenant, he bested Blackbeard when none other could. |
| | Small Wonder. He's as close to a Pirate as you can be without being called one. |
| | All the spoils from them Pirates he's took for himself, and piled it up in the Barn. |
| | Hold your Tongue you damned Fool! You'll get us both flogged! |
| | |
| | |
| | That Maynard's all high and mighty, but he's dirty as any of them Redcoats, mark my Word. |
| | Aye, he took Blackbeard's Hold. Where'd all that Gold go, I ask you? |
| | As if we don't know. |
| | Some say he's got quite the Store in a barn here in Kingston. |
| | --> |
| | ===What the Devil!=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Maynard's left Kingston for a Rendezvous with his Fleet at Eleuthera.'' |
| | *'''Anne Bonny:''' ''Damn! How do we find this Fleet, then?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''His Ship's the HMS Demolition. I expect he's also carrying a Master Gunner of some Note who'd welcome our liberation.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''A Master Gunner? With Luck we'll convince him to join us.'' |
| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''We could do with a good Master Gunner, no offense to the Crew.'' |
| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''A single Fleet is of no concern to us, even one with a Warship.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''If we're lucky Maynard will have his Warchest with him.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| {{IUNote|Title=The Grand Auction Advertisement|Text=THE DA'IRAT AL-MAL, NOT TO BE MISSED!<br><br>Ever dreamt of owning the world? Well, now you can have a taste of what it might be like! The Da'irat Al-mal is here once again - prepare to be awed, dazzled, and amazed by the selection we have for you! Rare porcelain, precious stones from around the world ... we have it all! Join us and revel in the splendor!}}
| | *'''Anne:''' ''There's the Demolition! It's alone.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The Da'irat Al-mal. Ceramics, exotic wares, and rare goods. All on display.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''It's close to Shore, and slow. I don't see a Fleet. This might be easier than I expected.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''Marha! These tea leaves from the East are worth more coin than my night of work. Hmm. What if I...?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Keep on Lads! Let's get a look inside that Hold.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''The Warship's breaking off!'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Sod it all! We can't see anything in this Murk! They're trying to get to open Water, and use the Demolition's size to Advantage.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| {{IUNote|Title=Goods in Holding|Text=THESE GOODS ARE NOT TO BE RELEASED UNTIL THOROUGH CHECKS HAVE BEEN MADE:<br><br>Silks from Santo's Smooth Silks<br>Three-headed Dog Statue from Kinako Porcelain<br>White Peach Oolong from Kong's Tea Parade<br><br>These goods can be released once this note is shown to the respective guard.}}
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Here's the rest of the Fleet!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''A list of exotic foreign goods seized. Most from out of Baghdad. There are Kong's things. Vases and some expensive tea leaves. This should be what Kong needs.'' | |
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| {{IUNote|Title=Sweetly Scented Letter|Text=Al-Kullulu,<br><br>I loathe mistakes. I only had one request and somehow you managed deny me what I seek. You know how much I wanted the hairpin - did I not make it clear when we last spoke? We might need to have another meeting for you to understand.<br><br>For now, it seems I must take things into my own hands at the auction.<br><br>N}}
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''God damn it! I just patched those sails!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''A strongly worded letter to the Harbormaster. He let a hairpin slip through their fingers and someone is not happy. There is a scent on this letter ... and a familiar symbol. Al-Kullulu. Looks like the Harbormaster is part of the Order. The Harbormaster has set up this blockade for foreign wares, especially for ancient artifacts from the East.'' | |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''There is nothing more here. The Harbormaster is waiting.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''They're near ready to board!'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Another wall between the people and power at play. I hope the Harbormaster is not expecting me.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Over we go, Lads! Secure the Hold!'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Find Maynard!'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Take the Helm! Where's Lieutenant Maynard?'' |
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| *'''Al-Kullulû:''' ''La'anakum Allah! (May God curse you!) One artifact, and no one can find it.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''Quick and clean!'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Kong! I have good--'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Man to man, just how I like it!'' |
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| *'''Kong:''' ''Shuí ā! (Who!) Who goes there! I have a weapon!'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''I don't think Maynard's here.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Just me.'' | | *'''Jackdaw pirate 1:''' ''There's no Sign of Maynard, or a Master Gunner. The Hold was empty as a Drum except for this. It's heavy, too.'' |
| *'''Kong:''' ''Ah, the little finch returns to the nest! Empty-handed!''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Do you hear that? Open it.'' |
| Basim laughed and handed Kong a note.
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| *'''Basim:''' ''It is here. This can help you get your wares out from the harbor.''
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| *'''Kong:''' ''Hah, I never doubted you for a second! Come, let us enjoy a cup, for the memories. I will even make your favorite.'' | |
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| *'''Kong:''' ''What did you find there? Who was behind it?'' | | *'''Jackdaw pirate 1:''' ''Blow me down! There's a Man inside.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''A man, by the name of Javed. He was working for someone, looking for an artifact. An exotic hairpin. It is important, somehow... I need to find out why. I must.'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''What the Devil?'' |
| *'''Kong:''' ''You have changed, little finch. Or should I just say, finch? When we last met, you were a street thief. Now... I hope you know what you are searching for. Sometimes it is best to leave the thorn in, lest you bleed dry.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Get him out. Take the poor Sod to my Quarters, and get him something to eat and drink.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Now, for what was promised to me?'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''I've never seen anything like that in all my Days.'' |
| *'''Kong:''' ''An invitation to the auction. It is only given to esteemed guests. Do not ask me where I got it from, unless you want lies.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''We need to know what happened here. I'll be keen to hear him tell it, when he's able.'' |
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| *'''Kong:''' ''With that scroll you can get in without having to fit yourself in one of my boxes!'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''First Kingston, now this. It's almost like Maynard knows we're looking for him.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''That was your plan?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''He's sly, that's certain. Has there been no News of him at all?'' |
| *'''Kong:''' ''Men have endured worse to reach their goals.'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''Some, but it's not good. Word is the Lieutenant expected to be made Captain after he killed Blackbeard. He wasn't. So now he's got a Fire in his Belly, and means to hunt every Pirate out of the West Indies... beginning with you, Edward.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That explains the Fleet I suppose.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''There's more. The Demolition's Log has a list of Ships. A lot of Ships. And Maps. Maynard's planning something big.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Someone influential is looking for the hairpin, but let it slip. Now the only chance they have is at the Grand Auction. Hmm...'' | | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''He's building an Armada. And a great Warship.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''How do you know this?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''He wanted me... Master Gunner... '' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''This one's the Master Gunner?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Whoever he is, he won't last long on the Ship. We have to get him back to Inagua.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Inagua's as good a Course as any. We can figure what to do next when we're there.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Now to look into the other lead.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''There was nothing on the Demolition but that poor Devil in the Box.'' |
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| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 2:''' ''Did you see that poor Bastard? We've put him in the Captain's Cabin, but he looks more dead than alive.'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 3:''' ''I've seen enough to know his insides is all broke up. He's a dead man, all right.'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 2:''' ''Deadman eh? That's a hell of a nickname for him if he lives.'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 3:''' ''And well earned.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Have some pity. It's an evil Bastard that locks a man in a Box.'' |
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| =====Of Toil and Taxes===== | | ===It's a Start=== |
| | *'''Anne Bonny:''' ''I never tire of the Sight of this Place.'' |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Aye. The one the Crew are calling Deadman is still alive at least. Some time on our Island might agree with him.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''I don't care for that Nickname.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''When he's able to tell me, I'll get his proper Name and his Story.'' |
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| *'''Civilian:''' ''She's done for. She should have paid them off the first time they threatened her.'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''This is nice. It's good to see the Crew at Ease. I expect there'll be precious little of it ahead.'' |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''Do you blame her? I find myself only scraping by with this new "tax" on our stalls.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''If that poor Sod's correct and Maynard's building an Armada, I'd wager you're right.'' |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''Business is not easy...'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''We've a brave Crew, but we don't stand a chance against an entire Armada. I'll put Word out. When we know where Maynard is, we take him before he has the Advantage.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'd like to know more of his Purpose first, find out what he's planning.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''You don't fool me, Edward Kenway. You want to figure out a way to get your Hands on his Gold.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''And why not? We can deal with the Bastard, Rob him Blind and make ourselves rich at the same time. Thatch would approve.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Oh, that's sly! Thatch indeed! I'll tell you why not. The longer we take, the more dangerous Maynard becomes.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'm afraid you speak Truth, Anne. Let me talk to my Officers.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Don't take too long.'' |
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| *'''Civilian:''' ''Broken, completely destroyed! Those guards, they know no mercy.'' | | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''Captain! I could use your aid in carrying this Rum. The Crew has the thirst of Whales, and they're not the most patient Lot.'' |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''This is nothing. Do you know what they are doing to the perfume merchant?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''You should take it to the Men yourself. There are few things that earn their Respect more than Rum.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Respect is for the Captain. Fear better suits a Master-at-Arms. But I'm glad for your help. I had a terrible weakness for Rum once. I won't be partaking myself.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Devil take me, you're a Pirate man!'' |
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| *'''Merchant:''' ''Do not touch those bottles! They're a special import! I just need more time, please... '' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The man we pulled out of that Box was being pressed into Crew by Maynard. He's building an Armada.'' |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''You have wasted enough of ours. Now, stop begging. How about we take a walk instead? Somewhere far away...'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''If true, that is not good News, Captain. We won't survive against an Armada. Few could.'' |
| *'''Perfume Stall Guard Captain:''' ''This is taking too long! I have somewhere to be, and this is hardly worth the coin they pay me.''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Aye. I was hoping my Master-at-Arms might have some thoughts about what we could do about it.'' |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''Cut off a finger. Maybe that will loosen her coin purse.''
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''I may. Let me think on it.'' |
| *'''Perfume Stall Guard Captain:''' ''No coin, no safety. You know this. Or, we can just take your perfume as payment.'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''As-salamu 'alaikum.''
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| *'''Perfume Stall Guard Captain:''' ''This is not your concern. Move along.''
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| <tabber>
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| |-|(Offer token to Bribe)=
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Maybe this can free your time.''
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| *'''Perfume Stall Guard Captain:''' ''Hmm. Perhaps it can.''
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| The captain turned to his men and started to lead them away.
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| *'''Perfume Stall Guard Captain:''' ''We have worked hard, men! Time for a rest.'' | |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''What? Wait we are still--''
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| *'''Perfume Stall Guard Captain:''' ''Do not question me. Let's go!''
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| |-|Never mind.=
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| </tabber>
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What did yo do to incur such aggression from the guards?'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''My thanks for your help, Captain. Just here will do. The men will find it.'' |
| *'''Merchant:''' ''I did nothing! I ... I'm only short of coin. Business is business, but I do not have the means to pay their tax.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Are your wares moving slow?''
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| *'''Merchant:''' ''No, but in recent times they have increased the coin requested. Therein lies the trouble.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Not just for you, but for others as well?''
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| *'''Merchant:''' ''Mostly for people like us who are not from here, or not of the same faith. We find it's hard to feel safe in Karkh. I have a shipment that's late. I fear my goods and camels might have been seized by the guards. They should have arrived with some merchants bound for the Da'irat Al-mal. If I could ask a favor, my friend, please look for them.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Very well.''
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| *'''Merchant:''' ''They should be along the road that leads to the south gate of Baghdad.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Ah! I might catch them at the watering hole along the southern road.''
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| *'''Merchant:''' ''Thank you, sayyidi (sir).''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The road beyond the south of Baghdad... I should see if I can find those stranded merchants.'' | | *'''Jackdaw pirate 1:''' ''I'm weary of chasing our Tails across the Seas, looking for a Fight that could be our last.'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 2:''' ''I don't mind if there's pay at the end of it. But it's been too long, that's certain.'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 1:''' ''The Captain and Quartermaster are to blame. Blackbeard's gone. Finding this Lieutenant Maynard won't bring him back.'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 2:''' ''Aye. If they want revenge, take as many fat Merchant ships as we can, I say. That's what Blackbeard would want.'' |
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| {{IUNote|Title=An Apologetic Draft|Text=I just need a few more days, please. I will get the coin and pay my debt. The perfume that I stock is important and cannot be touched... I implore you to understand. The recent spike in tax has-- (the rest of the letter is incomplete)}}
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 1:''' ''Leave off Lads! It's the Master at Arms.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''No no! Don't stop on my Account! If you want to fight, fight us! What say you, Captain? Care to test your Grit against your own Men?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Let's just try not to damage them permanently. We need them able.'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 2:''' ''You heard the Captain, Lads! No permanent Damage. That don't mean we can't make 'em hurt!'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The merchants should be down this road, perhaps near a ridge for shelter. That camp must be where the merchants are.'' | | *'''Jackdaw pirate 3:''' ''Oh, that don't look Good! Get one back! Put your shoulders into it!'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 3:''' ''They can't take all of us!'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Pull your Weight, Master at Arms! You've got me doing all the Work.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Keep up the Talk, Captain. I'll let my Fists speak for me.'' |
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| *'''Merchant:''' ''Halt! Who goes?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Looks an even Fight now. I can finish it if you're winded.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''As-salamu 'alaikum. I was sent by a friend of yours who was worried for your safety.''
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''If it's all the same to you, I'll see it through.'' |
| *'''Merchant:''' ''As you can tell from the horse's head, she was right to be. We do not know what to make of this...'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Let me help. Perhaps I can find out what happened.''
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| *'''Merchant:''' ''We would be grateful.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The culprit must have left a clue.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''Nice Hook, Captain!'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''It's the Jab that does the real work!'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''A good Contest, and an agreeable End! My thanks for your help, Captain.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You're a cheeky Sod.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Footprints ... and a blood trail. The horse's head was carried to the center of the camp.'' | | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''Get up you Swabs! Let's see which of you can shoot to save yourselves. What about you, Captain? Think you can best me?'' |
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| *'''Merchant 2:''' ''My horse, my sweet Legume! Malaka! Who would do such a terrible deed?'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Walk with me, Captain.'' |
| *'''Merchant 3:''' ''Do not cast your eyes on me. I did no such evil!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Where to, Shipwright?'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''You'll see.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The head is cut clean. Must have been a sharp blade.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The Crew is calling the one we pulled out of that Box "Deadman". They say he's likely an uncommon Criminal.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''The same could be said of any of us, and has been at every Establishment I've visited... or the ones I remember.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Some are afraid he's afflicted with a spreading Sickness, a Plague.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I say the only Sickness lies with those who locked him in that damned Box.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Was this your horse?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''What have we here?'' |
| *'''Merchant 2:''' ''He is claimed by Hades now! Not only do I have to worry about Baghdad's ridiculous thirst for coin, now I must be concerned about my livestock! Malaka! Rest in peace, Legume...''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What happened here?'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''The Rules are easy. I call out a group of Dummies. You hit the ones I call. You keep doing that 'til I stop. Got it? Let's start.'' |
| *'''Merchant:''' ''It happened in the dark of night. I could not see well ... but... I saw someone. I think... I cannot be sure.''
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| {{IUNote|Title=Guard Instructions|Text=ATTN: Guards<br><br>Coin Collection from:<br><br>Anka's Perfumery<br>Wei's Exotic Mears<br>Bubble Pop Soap<br><br>NOTE: Must I do your jobs for you? Stop their supplies if you must, but do what you need to do to secure coin. Do not forget the extra taxes for the dhimmiyun - if they want to bask in the richness of Baghdad, they must pay the right price. Do whatever you must.<br><br>Al-Anqa}}
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Middle!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I think I know what happened.'' | |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''This is a work of intimidation. Someone is trying to prevent your arrival.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Deadman's said Maynard was pressing him into service for an Armada he's building.'' |
| *'''Merchant:''' ''La! (No!) Who ... who would do such a thing? I have no enemies, no bad blood...'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''An Armada? Christ! He'd need a lot of coin for that.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''There could be worse fates if you continue down the road. Let me escort your crew to the gates.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''A thought that's crossed my Mind as well.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''You would do that for us? Shukran! (Thank you!) God bless you. Quickly, get us away from here!''
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| <tabber>
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| |-|Let's go.=
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Let us move. The city is not too far.''
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| |-|Not yet.=
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| </tabber>
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Come, we should leave this place. Quickly.''
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| *'''Merchant 2:''' ''Should have stayed home. Hmph.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Left!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Where is home?''
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| *'''Merchant 2:''' ''I come from a place called Greece, west from here across the water. With my horse Legume, we carried goods to and from Baghdad. Oh, the cities we visited! Al-Quds, Basra, and even Samarra!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Your merchant friend tells me that these goods are bound for the Da'irat Al-mal.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''If Maynard's got that kind of Coin, there'll be a Big Wig with a Ledger close behind him. There always is.'' |
| *'''Merchant:''' ''Nai. (Yes.) The Great Auction is a big event, and that meant bigger demands.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''So you are attending, then?''
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| *'''Merchant:''' ''Attending? I only wish I had the coin to spend! No, we are just providing stock for the preparations.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''Found them! Argh!'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Right!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Who sent you?''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''You cannot run or hide! To enter Baghdad you have to pay the price!''
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| {{IUNote|Title=Letter of Execution|Text=The merchants must be found. One knows where I am, and for my safety he must be silenced. Kill the rest too, they are of no consequence. From what I gathered they should be enroute to the west of Baghdad. Find them before they arrive and report back - a prize of coin awaits the ones who succeed and return.<br><br>Al-Anqa}}
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Aye. If I find this Treasurer, I might find his Gold. Maynard can't build an Armada if he can't pay for it.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The guards report to someone called Al-Anqa. This confirms my suspicions.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Find Maynard's Gold to stop the Armada. Right.'' |
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| *'''Merchant:''' ''Good heavens, could they have been sent to kill us?'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Just the kind of shooting that might win you the Competition.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Likely.''
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| *'''Merchant:''' ''This is not surprising. We've been vocal against the Caliphate and unfair taxes. It can cost us our heads. But the silent sheep is an ally to corruption.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''They do not like this opposition.''
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| *'''Merchant:''' ''I would not be surprised if they made an example out of us to others who might try the same.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Baghdad. You are safer now.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Speaking of the Deadman, last I saw he was heading to the Beach, and didn't look well.'' |
| *'''Merchant:''' ''You are wonderful! Thank you!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Here we are.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''A thousand thanks, ya sayyidi. Baghdad is not safe. Rumors swirl through the markets of merchants dragged from their stalls. Have you heard of such injustice? Who would do this? Rumors say they target the dhimmiyun (foreigners), traders who are not from here. The Abbasids want a stake in all businesses. As long as there is coin, lives are secondary.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The note dropped by the guards was from someone called Al-Anqa. This person is the one behind the attack.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Hmm. I overheard the guards refer to the Tax Collector as Al-Anqa ... which was odd because is the Anqa not female?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Tell me his name, and where I can find him.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Suhail lives in a mansion west of Karkh. Be careful, freiend. I doubt he works alone.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Thank you, friend. Waffaqaka Allah.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The Tax Collector is due a visit.'' | | *'''Tobias "Deadman" Smith:''' ''I'm here.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Is that Hole for someone you know?'' |
| *'''Al-Anqa:''' ''Where are they? They should be back with the coin! My head will roll if we do not deliver it. How hard is it to shake the coin from those fools, hm? Greece ... India ... China ... hmph. No partiality, not even to their own kind.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''The Grave is for me.'' |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Come now. It looks as if our Island is doing you some Good.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The taxes have been paid.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''Appearance only. My Wounds won't be cured. I will be dead soon.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You say you are dying, I say we all chance Death at every Turn. I'm in need of a Master Gunner with your Skill. Join us, for as little or as long as may be. You might live longer than you expect.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''That is True.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''But I should know your real Name. I can't have my Master Gunner answering to "Deadman".'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Tobias. My Name was Tobias Smith.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Smith, then. Now let's get back to the others. I do not share your fondness for... Graves.'' |
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| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Hear me, all! Gather round!'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 4:''' ''Let's hear a word from our Captain!'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You all know our Purpose is to find Maynard, and relieve him of both Life and Fortune.'' |
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate 5:''' ''Sack the Bastard!'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''He is canny, and our Task is neither simple nor easy. But we have his Measure. Maynard's building an Armada against us. That takes a lot of Coin. If we find the one who keeps his Ledger, we can stop his Gold. Shipwright, here's your Chance to even the Score with the Lobcock for locking you up. Search out this Treasurer. Send Word when you find him.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I'll get him.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''To our Master-at-Arms falls the Task of the Armada itself, a Problem for which I confess I have no Answer.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''To this I have already given some Thought. I ask your leave to go to my old Spanish Crew at Santanillas, and gain their Aid.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You have it. Only be sure of their good Faith. In looking for Friends, we don't want to increase our Enemies. Last, I am happy to tell you that the good repair of the Armaments rests with our new Master Gunner, Mister Smith. I am assured he is well suited to the Task. We can but take him at his Word, and prove him, false or true. With that, I declare the Jackdaw and her Crew ready. What say you, Quartermaster?'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''It's a Start. And a good one! So say I!'' |
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| | *'''Bernard Woodhouse:''' ''You Lot behave yourselves. It took me all Day to get this Place tidy for your Celebrations. There's no need to undo it with Tomfoolery. |
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| | *'''Jackdaw Pirate British 01 Male:''' ''I don't know about that Padre. A Pirate Ship's no Place for a Man of the Cloth, if you ask me. |
| | *'''Jackdaw Pirate British 02 Male:''' ''Padre... he's no more a Man of God than I'm Lord of the Manor. |
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| | *'''Jackdaw Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''The new Shipwright's out there calling all and sundry to match her at skill with Pistols. |
| | *'''Jackdaw Pirate British 01 Male:''' ''She's got Guts, that one. Aye, that's the Kind of Woman you want standing beside you in a Scrap. |
| | *'''Jackdaw Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''Hey! You know the Code as well as me. She's one of us, and that's it. No funny Business. |
| | *'''Jackdaw Pirate British 01 Male:''' ''I never said any different, did I? |
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| =====The Toll of Greed=====
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Jump in Lads, if you dare! There's only the Two of us! |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''There might be more information I can find around here.'' | |
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| {{IUNote|Title=My Second and Final Letter|Text=Al-Anqa,<br><br>Coin is becoming scarce. Have you increased the taxes like I asked? I hear that you might be experiencing a few ... obstacles. The shipment of perfume is also late.<br><br>I thought perhaps since you are a local you might fare better than I would, but I have been wrong before.<br><br>I do not usually send more than one letter about something I want done. I never send a third.<br><br>N}}
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The Tax Collector does not work alone. Someone not from Baghdad controls the strings. There is a scent on the letter... Perfume. Rose, with ... iron? Hmm.''
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| {{IUNote|Title=Orders to Increase Taxes|Text=Suhail,<br><br>Here are the proposed tax increases. Please act accordingly.<br><br>Grains: One twentieth<br>Foodstuffs: One tenth<br>Textiles: One tenth<br>Ceramics: One fifth<br><br>And according to the laws, the dhimmi shall pay extra, so charge each non-believer another tenth on top of the given tax.<br><br>N}}
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Orders to increase taxes. More coin tricking into their hands.''
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| {{IUNote|Title=Approved Blockade Funding|Text=The agreed upon amount was taken from the tax fund for Karkh and allocated to supplement the Harbor's Blockade as instructed.}}
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The blockade at the harbor is funded by the coin of the people.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I am done here. Nothing else. Roshan and Rebekah will be waiting back at the Bureau.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Our prodigal Hidden One returns.''
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| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Finally, you found the path back. What do you have for us?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The one we are looking for is a dhimmiyun (foreigner), someone out of Baghdad.''
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| *'''Rebekah:''' ''You are certain?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I found proof. They were working with the Tax Collector and the Harbormaster. One used the guards to harass and extort coin from the dhimmiyun (foreigners), the other seized goods at the docks.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Extortion, I understand ... but seizing goods? More objects from these ancient beings they worship?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''They are looking for a rare hairpin, imported from the East Road. It will be up for auction at the Da'irat Al-mal.''
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| *'''Rebekah:''' ''An official invitation into the auction. Now, we have a way in. Well done.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Our target has to be someone connected to both Al-Anqa and Al-Kullulu. Someone working closely with the officials.''
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| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Informers heard whispers of the Caliph's Treasurer. In recent times they have been quite involved in the businesses of Karkh.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Someone like that will no doubt make an appearance at the Da'irat Al-mal.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''We should prepare, so I will scout ahead. Meet me near the souq when you're ready.''
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| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Not a lot is known about this person. Underestimating your opponent is a fool's folly.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Worried? I will tread carefully.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''The plan is simple. Enter the auction as a merchant, wishing to bid on exotic artifacts. We know they want the hairpin, and we know they will be at the auction. They already let it slip through their fingers once.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''When the hairpin appears, I will watch the crowd and make sure to obtain it. That will secure a meeting with this Treasurer.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''I am fully confident they will bid on it, whatever the cost.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Yes. I will gather as much information as I can about this Treasurer before the auction starts.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''For someone in their position, there will be no lack of whispers.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''The first feather without a head. It is your duty to find the right one. Do not let yourself get distracted. Focus on the mission at hand. It does no one good to linger on things that do not exist. This is real.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I understand.''
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Silence is better for the wise, and how much more so for fools. Hazzan muwaffaqan. (Good luck).''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Do you think we need luck?''
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| =====Gilded Butterflies=====
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| Sitting at the top of Karkh's web of power is the Treasurer. In controlling taxes and extorting the merchants of Karkh, The Treasurer is succesfully funding the Order at the expense of the people's livelihood. Coveting a rare hairpin form the East, the Treasurer seizes the imports of any foreign artifacts at the harbor, causing great distress for various businesses. Having hidden themselves successfully in the shadows, the Treasurer's identity is known to few. It is time to draw back the veil.
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| LOOK FOR intel to expose The Treasurer's identity
| | *'''Jackdaw pirate:''' ''Captain! We got Word the Shipwright found Maynard's Treasurer. She's awaiting us at Nassau.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''There is a rot in Karkh, Treasurer. Property stolen. Merchants extorted. Foreigns tormented. Corruption is rank, and everywhere ... but you are at its heart. Even now, your poison spreads along the East Road to lands untouched by the Order's venom. I hear you hunger for a hairpin, one up for auction at the Da'irat Al-mal. I will play the rival for your heart's desire and draw you from the shadows.'' | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Nassau. Redcoats everywhere.'' |
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| *'''Civilian:''' ''Refreshing to see the bazaar so lively. The traders only bring in the finest spices I want during the auction!'' | | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''Captain! You took your time. I'm drunk.'' |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''It is a time to buy the exquisite, to mingle with elite, and to dress in your finest.''
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| *'''Civilian:''' ''Yet we still have persons dressed in a hood...''
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| *'''Kong:''' ''Basim! Lái! (Come!)'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''We were right. Maynard does have a Treasurer, and he's had the ''Cojones'' (balls) to show up at Nassau.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Should have known you would be here, Kong.''
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''It burns me to see the Place like this, swarming with Redcoats.'' |
| *'''Kong:''' ''Hah! You know me. Come, let us chat.''
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''As you see, Maynard's recruiting. His Big Wig's here offering Gold to all who join him.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I do have something to ask of you... Do you have nay information about the Treasurer? Someone who works for the Caliphate.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''It's not a bad Likeness.'' |
| *'''Kong:''' ''The Treasurer? Hmm, I do have something but, you know, it hurts to give precious information for free...'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''I wager he's paying more than you. I might sign up myself.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''What job do you need now?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I'll go and find this Treasurer before you do. Meet back at the Jackdaw when you're done drinking.'' |
| *'''Kong:''' ''Hah! Already know what is on my mind, eh? You see, little finch, the Da'irat Al-mal is not only an important event for the upper-class of Karkh, but also for the thieves.''
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Maybe one more, then.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Did someone take something of yours again?'' | |
| *'''Kong:''' ''A precious ceramic saucer. Luca has it. He has always been jealous of me.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Where do you think it is?'' | |
| *'''Kong:''' ''I knew I could rely on you, little finch! You should be able to find it in the crates near the stall.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Be right back.'' | |
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| *'''Civilian:''' ''Ceramics and textiles from the East! Took a while to get past the blockade but they made it for the auction.'' | | *'''Treasurer:''' ''The Captain barely even takes to Sea. He's soft, and likes the Comforts of his Lodgings too well. Who took Blackbeard? It wasn't the Captain, as we all know. It was Lieutenant Maynard, and he did it alone. Think on that. And while you do, consider that the Lieutenant is generous to those who serve him.'' |
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| *'''Civilian:''' ''I assume you hear about the commotion a few stalls down?''
| | [[Database: Letter From Maynard]] |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''Do not tell me it's Kong and Luca again...''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Oh, this is good! Maynard's moved his Warchest. Back to the Jackdaw.'' |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''Oh, not them this time. Another pair of traders fighting to get a stall near the auction.'' | |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''This must be the stall Kong mentioned. Now, to find that plate...'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The Treasurer was uncooperative, but he carried a Letter from Maynard. It mentions a Villa he keeps at the... Beckford Estate.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I know it. That's at Tortuga. I went there once with Grandad. Nice. It's not Black Island, mind...'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''He's moved his Warchest there, and he's gone somewhere else. It's unguarded.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Our Quartermaster's not going to like this.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Mum's the Word, then. She'll come around when she sees the Gold.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I might not have to join Maynard to get Paid after all.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Trust Kong to own a plate like this. Now, maybe he will tell me what he knows about the Treasurer.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''My Master-at-Arms will be waiting at Santanillas.'' |
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| {{IUNote|Title=Our Time to Shine|Text=Get yourself ready boys, the Grand Auction is finally here! The guards will be busy so this will be our time to finally reward ourselves with their gold. Join me on the roof and we commence ... unless you decide to run with your tails between your legs. Chicken.}}
| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''Cannons upgraded. Them fire not once, but twice.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Hmm, suspicious activity on the rooftops...'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I see your Renown is earned! Do you never sleep, Smith?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''My long sleep is coming.'' |
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| *'''Merchant:''' ''Ahlan, Ahlan! (welcome, welcome!) Come upstairs and look at my wares, ya sadeeqi! Things you have never seen before in Baghdad! Exotic Chinese artifacts, here only! Nowhere else! Don't be shy! Come closer and be amazed at my selection upstairs!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''As-salamu 'alaikum. You mentioned Chinese artifacts?''
| | <!-- This seems to be dialogue if you don't kill the treasurer through stealth |
| *'''Merchant:''' ''Yes friend, welcome, welcome! You will surely find something of interest here!'' | | |
| | You won't take me alive, Vermin! |
| | I just want your Boss's Gold. It's not worth your Life. |
| | So like a Pirate. |
| | Your Choice, Mate. |
| | Soldiers! To me! |
| | This Cuthroat is after me! Get him! |
| | I just want to talk, Mate! |
| | Leave off! |
| | You're only making Work for us both! |
| | Help! Soldiers! |
| | Filthy Freebooter. |
| | It didn't have to be like this. |
| | At least that's a message Maynard will understand. |
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| | #Ambient conversation 1 |
| | No matter how much Gold Maynard's Man offers, not many are joining him. |
| | I heard the self-righteous Bastard's getting desperate. There's talk he started press-ganging Locals to crew his Ships instead. |
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| | #Ambient conversation 2 |
| | That Treasurer's a strange one. He's out here drumming up Support for Maynard against his own Captain, and not a bit of Shame. |
| | I heard that Treasurer is back on the south of the Island, offering Gold to all them that would join Maynard. |
| | That's Mutiny, that's what it is. What use is Gold if you're swinging by your Neck? |
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| | #Town crier |
| | Are you looking for Action and better Pay? Of course you are! But you won't find it stuck on Patrol here in Nassau. |
| | If it's Purpose you want, you'll find it sailing with the Bane of Blackbeard, Lieutenant Maynard himself! |
| | Tired of the drudgery of patrols? Sick of Soldier's Rations? |
| | Lieutenant Maynard is looking for Men like you to help in his War against Pirates. He's offering good Gold to those who join him. |
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| | ===Not Our Natural Allies=== |
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| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''Captain!'' |
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| *'''Merchant:''' ''Longing for the exquisite, ya sadeeqi? I have ornaments that hail from the far East on auction! Rare vases, delicate tea cups ... but the hairpin is my prize! One of a kind, a beauty even the Treasurer asked about!'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''I've good News, Captain. My Spanish Friends have agreed to help us. Indeed, they have pursued Maynard themselves for some time. His Armada has been seen at Fort Serranilla. They've already begun shipping out.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Wait, the hairpin? Where is it?'' | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Tell me of these Friends of yours, Padre. What am I sailing into?'' |
| *'''Merchant:''' ''It's going to be up on auction! If you wish to purchase it, make sure to bring a good bag of coin!'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''Consorts of my old Crew. I will not lie to you, Captain, they are not our natural Allies. If it favored them, they would just as soon hunt us.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''A hairpin, from the East. This must be the item Al-Kullulu was after for the Treasurer. I must look out for it at the auction.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Do you trust them, then, not to turn once the Fight is won?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''I trust they hate Maynard, and they are not without Honour. They will see this done.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Good enough.'' |
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| *'''Qabiha:''' ''Tardiness is not something the Treasurer appreciates.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Of how much Benefit do you think these Spaniards will be to us?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''If measured by their Hatred of Maynard, considerable. He took some of their Number, and what is worse, he stole what was in their Holds.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Maynard is gathering quite the Fortune to himself.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''He could not have made a graver Mistake. I know of Nothing more vindictive than a robbed Spaniard.'' |
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| *'''Perfume Supplier:''' ''... not something we can rush, ya sayyidati (my lady).'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''This does not bode well. They should be here.'' |
| *'''Qabiha:''' ''The Treasurer will not be happy. Neither will I.''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I hope you were right about this.'' |
| *'''Perfume Supplier:''' ''I know that. The perfume creation is complex. We are already doing our best.'' | |
| *'''Qabiha:''' ''Your best is not enough.''
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| *'''Perfume Supplier:''' ''Come, we talk elsewhere. There are ears in the walls.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''That woman mentioned the Treasurer. I should keep my ears close.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''There! They have come at Last. Thank the Almighty.'' |
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| *'''Qabiha:''' ''The Treasurer is fond of the Qina', as you know. No one is more unhappy when three dozen bottles go missing.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''We go for Maynard! Full Sail!'' |
| *'''Perfume Supplier:''' ''With the harbor witholding our supplies, production has been slow, ya sayyidati. Certain ... incidents there have also made our situation difficult.''
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| *'''Qabiha:''' ''You are not telling me exactly what it is we are missing.'' | | *'''Pirate 1:''' ''A fine Fleet we make! But you will have to Fly to beat us to Maynard!'' |
| *'''Perfume Supplier:''' ''The ... blood, my lady.''
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| *'''Qabiha:''' ''The blood is essential in the scent. It is what makes the Qina' perfume special. We must have it.''
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| *'''Perfume Supplier:''' ''I will talk to the Caliph, see what we can do. The Treasurer will have to wait for her supply.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''This perfume on the Tax Collector's letters ... I thought it smelled like iron. Was it blood? This woman could be from the Caliph's inner circle. She knows the Treasurer ... I must speak to her.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''As-salamu 'alaikum, ya sayyidati.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I can't figure how Maynard has gathered so many Ships and Crews at his Rank.'' |
| *'''Qabiha:''' ''Wa 'alaikum as-salam.''
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''The Spaniards tell me his Captain is a Waister who won't even go to Sea. He leaves all Commands to Maynard. The Crews follow Maynard because he uses the Gold he takes to buy their loyalty.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I could not help but overhear, sayyidati, about the perfume...''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That is a waste of good Gold.'' |
| *'''Qabiha:''' ''It is not courteous to eavesdrop. Seeing as you are an admirer, you are pardoned. My name is Qabiha, the woman behind the Qina'.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''It has a unique scent.''
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| *'''Qabiha:''' ''Rose, honey, sandalwood ... and if you heard, a sliver of blood.'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Blood ... I should have guessed. I had thought it might be iron.''
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| *'''Qabiha:''' ''Blood is born from iron, is it not? But because of that detail, it proves difficult to bring in large quantities.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''If it is so exclusive it must be popular amongst officials I think I caught a scent of it near the Treasurer...'' | |
| *'''Qabiha:''' ''Ning uses the Qina'. She is quite taken with its rich mystique, as are many. Curious. You do not look like one who is interested in the art of perfumery.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''It is unwise to judge someone by how they look.''
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| *'''Qabiha:''' ''Indeed. Did I not catch your name?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Basim.''
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| *'''Qabiha:''' ''Basim.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I must not waste any more of your time. I wish you a wonderful time at the Da'irat Al-mal, ya sayyidati.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''So, the Treasurer is a she ... and her name is Ning.'' | | *'''Pirate 2:''' ¡Allá vamos, Maynard, cabrón de mano larga! (''Here we come Maynard, you thieving Whore!'') ¡Nos llevaremos lo que es nuestro y también tu cabeza! (''We will take back what is ours, and then your Head as well!'') |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Here.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''We have the Victory!'' |
| *'''Kong:''' ''Little finch delivers once again! Just the very thing I need to complete my set!''
| | *'''Pirate 3:''' ¡Chúpate esa, idiota! (''Take that, Fool!'') |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I thought this was yours...'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''There are more! We're not done yet.'' |
| *'''Kong:''' ''It is now! Anyway, listen close... I was having my usual afternoon tea when I overheard two ladies speaking about an order they fulfilled for the Da'irat Al-mal. They made a beautiful robe for the Treasurer with intricate eastern embroidery. Open your eyes to that!'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Eastern wear? Thank you, Kong.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The Treasurer is likely a foreigner from the East.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''To Hell with you, you Bastards. Forgive me, Father... But it's true.'' |
| | *'''Pirate 4:''' ''Bravo! To Hell with our Enemies, and Blessings on our Allies.'' Ole! (''Hurray!'') |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The auction should be starting soon.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''That can't be all there is to Maynard's Armada.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''It is a good Victory, but we have wounded him only.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Aye. This was but few of his Ships, I think. The rest of the Armada is still out there.'' |
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| *'''The Host:''' ''Marhaban, As-salamu 'alaikum, Yassas, ni hao, hello! It is the time of year again to fulfill your deepest yearning, to listen to your heart's desire and purchase what God has shown us! It brings me great joy to welcome all of you esteemed individuals to our annual Da'irat Al-mal!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The Spaniards were brave. They gave their Lives rather than suffer Defeat.'' |
| A woman walked on stage carrying an elephant statue and placed it on a table near the host. | | *'''Galvão:''' ''Aye,'' Adios mis Amigos (''Goodbye my Friends''). ''They would be glad for our Victory.'' |
| *'''The Host:''' ''First on our exclusive, captivating list of exotic odds and ends, we have a stunning statue from India. Made of ivory and crafted by the finest artisans, it will be a perfect addiciton to any home!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''They helped us take a Bite out of Maynard's Armada. I am sorry I doubted them.'' |
| A man in the crowd raised his arm.
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| *'''The Host:''' ''Oh, what do we have! One bidder already.'' | | <!-- |
| Another person raised their arm.
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Let perpetual Light shine upon them, and may they rest in Peace. Amen.--> |
| *'''The Host:''' ''No, two! Calling once, twice...'' | | ===A Cockalorum=== |
| Qabiha raised her arm as well.
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| *'''The Host:''' ''A third! Would anyone like to best that price? NO? Sold! This piece goes to the lovely lady.'' | | *'''Anne Bonny:''' ''Maynard's got a few less Ships now, and he'll have trouble finding Crew for the rest without his Treasurer. But we still don't know where the crafty Bastard is.'' |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''In point of Fact... I might. The Treasurer let slip Maynard keeps a Villa on the Beckford Estate, at Tortuga.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''And you're just telling me this now?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I... didn't think much of it at first.'' |
| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''Ah... I know the Place. It's not heavily guarded. It shouldn't be hard.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''I suppose that's our best Course, then. But I'm still putting out Word for News of him, on the chance we're wrong.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''When we reach Tortuga, I'll go in alone, look around first.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Take Lucy. If she knows the Place, she'll be of some help.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''We're agreed, then.'' |
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| *'''The Host:''' ''Next, we have a one of a kind ethereal beauty. This hairpin hails from the East, and look at the detail on the dragon! Perfect as a colletible, and even better as a gift for a certain lady friend you might have.'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''Haul away, lads, and set Course for Tortuga! We go to settle with Maynard!'' |
| The host noticed Ning had just arrived on a balcony overlooking the auction.
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| *'''The Host:''' ''S-so, what is this piece worth to you, ya asdiqa'i (my friends)?''
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| Ning whispered to one of her companions, who raised his hand.
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| *'''The Host:''' ''O-one! For the Treasurer who graced us with her presence.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Ning, the Treasurer.''
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| A man in black also raised his hand.
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| *'''The Host:''' ''Two! Any others?''
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| *'''The Host:''' ''We have a third, there!''
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| The man in black raised his hand again.
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| *'''The Host:''' ''Ho! Two owns it again! Number three, what will you do? How much do you want this, my friends! Reach into your heart, listen to your desire!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''No one? Then, sold! To the handsome bearded man! This hairpin belongs to you now, sayyidi. Now, for the third item...''
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| *'''The Host:''' ''...and we thank you, once again, for making the Da'irat Al-mal a success! May your purses be ever full, and your hear ever longing!'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''I won't be sorry to have some of Maynard's Gold in my Pocket after this.'' |
| | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''It does say the Wealth of the Sinner is laid up for the Just. Though thinking ourselves Just, might be a little... hopeful.'' |
| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''Gold has no luster for the Dead.'' |
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| *'''Cvilian:''' ''Did you see her? Her calmness, her grace ... like a lone, shining star against a sark night. If only I could speak to her.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''I remember Tortuga well. It's a curious place for Maynard to involve himself with.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Any Port in a Storm.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''"The Wicked flee when no man pursues." Or so it says.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Not too close.'' |
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| *'''Rich Merchant:''' ''I have an appointment with the Treasurer. Move aside.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''We're swimming? We're Sailors, have you not heard of Boats?'' |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''Apologies. My instructions were clear. No brooch, no entry.''
| | *'''Anne:''' ''I'll bring the Jackdaw away so as not to be seen. We'll return at the sign of Trouble.'' |
| *'''Rich Merchant:''' ''Do you know who I am? I need to speak to the Treasurer! I was called, summoned!'' | |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''As-salamu 'alaikum, I am here to see the Treasurer.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''This Place belongs to the Beckford Family, a right Pack of Bastards.'' |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''On what business?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I availed myself of their hospitality at Eleuthera.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I have a gift for the Treasurer, if she will see me.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Hmm. I'll introduce you. You'll get on.'' |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''Only members of The Ivory Coin are allowed to enter. No brooch, no entry.''
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| *'''Merchant:''' ''This is proof that I am of the Merchant's Guild! Look! See!'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Seeing as we're here to steal Gold, we should probably rob the Place.'' |
| *'''Spice Merchant:''' ''With respect, that does not entitle you to three bags of saffron, two of vanilla, and a bottle of honey without a single coin.''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's the Plan.'' |
| *'''Merchant:''' ''Impossible! Bah, this is a waste of my time!'' | |
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| *'''Spice Merchant:''' ''Hello, spices for you?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Keep up, but stay hidden.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Trouble with customers?''
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| *'''Spice Merchant:''' ''No more than usual. These people from The Ivory Coin think themselves touched by God himself.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The Ivory Coin?''
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| *'''Spice Merchant:''' ''I ... I should not speak about it. I do not know much, really.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Whatever you know can help me.''
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| *'''Spice Merchant:''' ''Well ... it will not hurt to tell you what I know. The Ivory Coin is an exclusive merchant's guild. They have a brooch that grants them access to certain places.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''How do you obtain this brooch?''
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| *'''Spice Merchant:''' ''I hear only respected merchants are part of The Ivory Coin, and that you can only be invited by another member. They think their status gives them permission to take goods without coin. Hmph. Have you ever seen such vanity?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''This is expected in Karkh. Thank you.''
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| |-|(Offer coin to Bribe)=
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| |-|Never mind.=
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''No brooch, no entry. You know how this works.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''How do we get the Gold back to the Ship?'' |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''Yes, but I left my brooch in there! Do you not see the problem here?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I'll figure that out when we find it.'' |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''No brooch, no entry.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''It's just you and me, and a lot of Guards.'' |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''La'anak Allah!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Stop worrying. You're about to get paid.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''An exclusive union for the merchants of high society. I should have expected this to exist.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Did the Treasurer's Letter say anything about guarding the Place?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''No.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Don't you think that's a little odd, considering all these Soldiers?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I am beginning to.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''I'm all for Skullduggery. I like it as a Rule. But it doesn't feel right lying to the Crew. I only just met them.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''They'll thank us soon enough when their pockets are heavy with Coin.'' |
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''I do not care what you have to do! Burn them, or murder their dogs if you have to!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I'll take this Floor. You go Upstairs.'' |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''Understood, sayyidi. We will retrieve your coin from the merchatn's stall on the morrow, at all cost.''
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Good Idea. You look for the Gold, I'll search out Excuses to tell the Crew.'' |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''Why not today? Gah. You lot are getting more incompetent by the day. Useless.'' | |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''This must be The Ivory Coin's brooch. Shiny.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''We're just Animals to hunt for this Bastard.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I have both trinkets. The guard will have to let me in now.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''All puffed up like a Cockalorum.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''As-salamu 'alaikum.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''There's nothing here. Wait... is that a Letter?'' |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''You again. What is it now?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I have something that she wants. A Chinese hairpin, form the auction. I also have my brooch with me, here.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''Very well. You may enter.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''This way, sayyidi.'' | | *'''Robert Maynard:''' ''My dearest Captain Kenway, the Gold was a Ruse, I'm afraid. Ungentlemanly of me, I suppose, to take advantage of your childlike Avarice. But it was just so easy. In my absence, I leave you to my Soldiers. Warmest Regards, soon to be Captain Robert Maynard.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I have been looking forward to meeting the Treasurer. It is an honor.''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Arrogant Bastard!'' |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''Indeed, sayyidi. She is busy and her time only allows for a few rare appearances.'' | |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I have never seen so many treasures in one place.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Bad News?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''We've been tricked.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Ah... Captain? Isn't that a Powder Barrel?'' |
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| *'''Ning:''' ''This is of inferior make. I wonder if you really are the expert you claim to be.'' | | *'''British Officer:''' ''If they come out, kill them! The rest of you, to the Beach!'' |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''This plate is priceless, I swear it! Treasurer, Ning, if only you--''
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| *'''Ning:''' ''Go. Leave the vase, but get the plate out of my sight. Perhaps the dogs in the souq can use it for their meals.''
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| *'''Civilian:''' ''Her standards are too high. One has to be careful not to get bitten in there.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''The Jackdaw! Thank Christ our Quartermaster is paying Attention. Not that I haven't enjoyed the Nostalgia, but... we should leave!'' |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''Please refrain from speaking about the Treasurer inappropriately.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''You may enter.'' | | *'''British Soldier 1:''' ''Them Pirates are at the Beach. Let's go!'' |
| | *'''British Soldier 2:''' ''What about the Villa?'' |
| | *'''British Soldier 1:''' ''You heard the Captain. Move it!'' |
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| *'''Ning:''' ''You are a new face.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Go! I'll catch you up.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''My name is Basim. New to Baghdad, but not to trade. I deal mostly in fine antiques and collectibles.''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Shit.'' |
| *'''Ning:''' ''You must have a good eye for detail then. What have you brought me, Basim?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''You know what I brought.''
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| *'''Ning:''' ''A man not to be toyed with. Come, show it to me!'' | |
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| *'''Ning:''' ''Exquisite. Ever seen something like this? So perfect, so delicate.'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''What the Hell happened?'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''No, but I am surprised that you have not.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''It was a Trap. Let's get out of here.'' |
| *'''Ning:''' ''I do have a penchant for them. When I was but a child, my sisters and I would tie our hair with sticks, adorn them with stone. I pretended they were the rarest gems. We had nothing, but we felt that we had it all. There are many reasons why people see me. For advice, a taste of power, and most often to win favor. Why have you come, Basim?''
| | *'''Anne:''' ''I'll want more of an explanation than that, once we're clear. Full Sail!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''As a fellow collector, I have heard much about you from others. Your extravagance, your taste. I wish to learn.'' | |
| *'''Ning:''' ''Did they say I was lucky? I loathe the word. When I first arrived in Baghdad I was one of many seeking my fortune. Now, I have even the East wrapped around my fingers. I clawed my way here when many gave up, preferring to spare their nails. But me, I don't mind a few scratches, a bit of blood.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Surely there have been connections, the people you met that helped you get where you are.''
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| *'''Ning:''' ''No matter what others say, you only have yourself. No one else.''
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| *'''Ning:''' ''"Everything prospers when family is harmonious." Family? The word has no meaning. The notions even more so. Only the self hears the deepest whispers of your soul and accepts you whole.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Ships!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''No one lives alone.'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''That's a Fleet! We're ambushed!'' |
| *'''Ning:''' ''But we die lonely. In the end, we are absolutely, simply, truly alone.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''There's nothing else for it. We'll sink them one at a time!'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''They knew we were coming! Fucking Maynard, he knew!'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''With luck he's on one of those Ships.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The ... the jinni ... again... I ... I should return to the Bureau.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''How did we miss them when we came in?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''The odds are not in our Favor.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''You think?'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Live or die, we can Fight.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''I've been in worse, and survived.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''That's it. More Words like that.'' |
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''The Treasurer, she's dead! Guards, help! Someone killed the Treasurer!'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''There's more of them! We've more Work to do yet, Lads!'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''More Hulls for the Ocean Floor!'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''They'll follow their Comrades to Hell.'' |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''That's going to be quite the Ship Graveyard.'' |
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| | *'''Anne:''' ''All right, Edward, explain yourself. All of it, now. What happened at Tortuga?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''It was a Trap. Maynard was never there.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''And Gold was the Bait he used to trap you, no Doubt. Damned Fool, we could have all been killed.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Treasurer had a Letter that said Maynard kept his Warchest at Tortuga. He must have known we got his Treasurer, and read the Letter. He knew we'd follow it.'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Of course he bloody did. Jesus Edward. Have you forgotten your History? You were so focused on the Gold you missed it.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Missed what?'' |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''The Pirate Capital. He's not talking about Nassau. Maynard's at Port Royal!'' |
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| | *'''Officer British 03 Male:''' ''I've been informed Kenway and his Crew are already on their Way! The Lieutenant expects him to go for the Villa, so keep your Eyes open. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Shit! They knew we were coming. How? |
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| =====A Grand End=====
| | |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Basim! How did you fare?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Looking fierce, Thatch. |
| *'''Rebekah:''' ''The streets are alive with talk about the auction.'' | | *'''Soldier British 01 Male:''' ''Blackbeard's dead, you Fool. It's just a Dummy in a Costume. |
| []
| | *'''Soldier British 02 Male:''' ''You never saw him up close like I did. Even his likeness gives me the Shivers. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Rumors spread quickly... It was this woman. Ning.'' | | |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''A woman holding the reins. She must have angered many.'' | | |
| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Angered and enthralled, in equal parts. It is no wonder she kept her identity hushed.'' | | *'''Soldier British 06 Male:''' ''Kenway's here! The Pirates are here! Get them! |
| []
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| *'''Rebekah:''' ''Now the upper eschelons of affluent louts are soiling their silk robes, wondering if they are next.'' | | |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''The Order will not stop here. If they have reached the East then there is no telling how far they will spread.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Spiced Wine. Piss water for pretentious Sneezers who can't stomach real Drink. |
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''Did you see it? The jinni...?'' | | |
| []
| | *'''Soldier British 04 Male:''' ''Who do you think the Lieutenant's got us waiting for? |
| *'''Basim:''' ''It ... it is gone now. It is gone.'' | | *'''Soldier British 05 Male:''' ''Whoever they are, they're in for a nasty surprise, aren't they! |
| []
| | *'''Soldier British 04 Male:''' ''I heard it was Pirates. I won't mind busting a few of their Rat Heads. |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Rest while you can. Our work is not done yet.'' | | *'''Soldier British 05 Male:''' ''That's the kind of Work's that's good for the soul, Mate. |
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| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Guards, by the Tower. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Anne will forgive my deception once we have the Gold.'' |
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| ====Sharqiyah==== | | ===A World Without Gold=== |
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| =====Blood and Shadows=====
| | *'''Edward:''' ''We need to talk. |
| As Basim approached the door to the Sharqiyah Bureau, he overheard an argument.
| | *'''Anne:''' ''We do. All of us. |
| *'''Ali:''' ''They took them in broad daylight and executed them! They will die for this, every one of them! It is time we fight!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''My Quarters, then, when we reach Port Royal. |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Your anger is just, but you will not win a war, Ali.'' | | []--> |
| Basim entered the bureau.
| | *'''Anne Bonny:''' ''Tortuga was a Trap, but it wasn't a total Loss. We know where Maynard's gone. |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Basim! Good, you are needed. Mercenaries have taken some rebels and executed them in the square.'' | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''There was a letter on the Treasurer. We think he's at Port Royal. |
| *'''Ali:''' ''And your Rafiq would have me hide like a rat while they hunt my men openly.'' | | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''It's another Trap, a Classic double Feint. |
| *'''Beshi:''' ''We must at least return the dead to their families.'' | | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''He knows we're coming. |
| *'''Ali:''' ''Do you still fear to fight these devils, Beshi?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Maybe, but he doesn't know when. Maynard's down to half his Ships at least, some of them not seaworthy and without full Crews. He's vulnerable. We won't get another chance like this. |
| *'''Beshi:''' ''My only fear is that we become like them.'' | | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''What of his Gold? |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''There is more to this than it seems. The Caliph would not risk war. This is the work of the Order.'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''Christ Almighty, not you as well! |
| *'''Ali:''' ''Then I will find those responsible, and slaugther them like dogs.''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Peace Anne. We do this right, and Maynard won't trouble us again. |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''The Order will find you first. It's likely they are looking for you and Beshi already. You are well known to them. Basim, however...'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''All right, let's get on with it, then. No Tricks this time! |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Ali, I will find who did this, and I will kill them all. You have my word.'' | |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Basim is right. Let him do this. When those responsible lie dead, you will receive the credit.'' | |
| *'''Ali:''' ''All right. Everyone must know it was me. I will return to Jarjarya, but I will not wait long. I will meet you at the gate, Basim.'' | |
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| *'''Beshi:''' ''And I will make sure the bodies are returned to their families for burial.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''There's rumor Maynard can't hire enough Crew for his Ships, so he's forcing Men into Servitude. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'm not surprised to hear it. |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''The Man has no Honour. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Maynard's not concerned with Honour, Mate. |
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''That might have gone badly.'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''I know you, Edward. Your mind's still on Maynard's Gold as much as it's on him. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''You think this is the work of the Order?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I don't deny it. I want Maynard, don't mistake me. I'll take his Gold as well if I can. |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Yes. As you know, Sharqiyah is run by Turkic mercenaries paid by the Caliph, who himself is only a puppet for the Order. Spies tell me at least one of the mercenary commanders in Sharqiyah is with them.''
| | *'''Anne:''' ''I don't fault you for it. But you're Captain to this Crew. If it comes to a Choice, and it might... what then? |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Tell me who, and I will find him.'' | |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''We must tread carefully. Sharqiyah stands on a razor's edge. The rebels are armed and growing in number. They could attack at any time. A misstep here could start a war that threatens even Alamut.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''What do you advise, Fuladh?''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Go with Ali to Jarjaraya and look around. Someone there must know something.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''And Basim ... work quickly. You see what is at stake.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''We all know our Parts? I'll help where I can. Once you're done, get to the southern Dock. The Jackdaw will meet us there. Lucy, find the Gunpowder Store and ruin it any way you can. |
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Got it. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Padre, find and free the press-ganged Sailors. Smith... you go blow things up. When all is ready, I'll find Maynard's Warship, and send it to the Bottom. Then, with Luck, we'll find Maynard. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I have some questions, Fuladh.'' | | *'''Soldier British 05 Male:''' ''Get off Woman! The Lieutenant has need of his Service. |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''I hope I have answers for you.''
| | *'''Citizen British 01 Female:''' ''No! Mercy! He's my only Son! Leave us be! |
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| | *'''Soldier British 05 Male:''' ''Get off, or I'll Clip your Ear for you! |
| |-|Ask about the rebels=
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What do the rebels want?''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''You yourself know well the divide between rich and poor. Many have grown tired of the injustice, and want change. In the beginning it was mostly slaves, but now tradesmen, the wealthy, and even some nobles support Ali's cause.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''And Ali inteds to lead them in overthrowing the Abbasid Caliphate?''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Ali believes the most qualified should rule, not just hte wealthy or highborn. Ironically, he considers himself the most qualified, and claims descent from the Prophet's own family to support it.''
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| |-|Ask about the Zanj=
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Tell me of the Zanj.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''It is a bitter story. The Zanj are peoples stolen from their homelands in the Horn of Africa, and brought here to work the fields for the wealthy.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''So they are slaves?''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''They are paid, but they are not free. Like all men, they desire to be masters of their own lives.''
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| |-|Ask about Jarjaraya=
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What do you know about Jarjaraya?''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''It is a small village to the south, home to a divided population of rich and poor. Most of the Zanj are there. It has also become a refuge for those who came to Baghdad looking for work, and failed.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''No wonder Ali has gained support there.'' | |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Yes. In few other places is the divide between those who have everything and those who have nothing so sharp.''
| |
| |-|Ask about Fuladh=
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What of yourself, Fuladh? How did you come to the Hidden Ones?''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''That is a story that should be shared around a good fire after a long meal.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Will you tell me nothing?'' | |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''I was the child of my father's concubine. His favored wife, worried I could claim inheritance, threw us both out. I grew up in the desert alone. My friends were the animals, particularly birds. We understood each other.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''That explains your love of eagles.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''After I grew to manhood, a Hidden One saw me hunting with my birds. He brought me to the Brotherhood, and I stayed.''
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| |-|I am done.=
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Shukran, Fuladh. That is all for now.''
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| </tabber>
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| [] | | [] |
| | | *'''Citizen British 03 Male:''' ''He's a great man, Lieutenant Maynard is. Ain't no other Captain has done what he has. Blackbeard had all the others on the Run. They couldn't find the Devil, and when they did they couldn't handle him. Not Maynard! He chased him all over the Ocean, hunted him down like a mad Dog, and put an end to him. Who else could have done that? I ask you! |
| =====The Hunter=====
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Basim!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Jaysus!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Ali.''
| |
| *'''Ali:''' ''Are you ready? We must go.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Let us go.''
| |
| *'''Ali:''' ''We must leave for Jarjaraya!''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''You Hidden Ones are strange. You give weapons you don't want me to use, then give me credit for your victories.'' | | *'''Citizen British 01 Female:''' ''What in God's Name was that! |
| *'''Basim:''' ''War would be bad for everyone, especially you.'' | | *'''Citizen British 02 Female:''' ''It must be the Soldiers training. What else could it be? |
| *'''Ali:''' ''That is your masters speaking.'' | | *'''Citizen British 01 Female:''' ''Well... I wish they'd do it with less Noise. |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Ali:''' ''Does it not bother you that those you obey are the same ones who make the rules demanding your obedience?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Were those Fireworks your doing? |
| *'''Basim:''' ''They do not control me, I am free. I fight so that others are free as well.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''Come. |
| *'''Ali:''' ''Everything you do serves the Hidden Ones. That is a strange kind of freedom.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Where did you learn this Skill? |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The Hidden Ones are my family. There is no contradiction.''
| | [pause] |
| *'''Ali:''' ''If you say so.''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''It's your Secret, then. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Once, I lived on the streets and answered only to myself. But I was not free.'' | |
| *'''Ali:''' ''Now that others tell you who you are, are you any freer?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''You could not understand.''
| |
| *'''Ali:''' ''I understand better than you.''
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| *'''Civilian:''' ''There's another one. Who is he? I've never seen him before.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''First we gather the Lobsters. Hold your Ears. |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''Where are all these strangers coming from? Jarjaraya isn't safe anymore.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''What? |
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| *'''Civilian:''' ''Ali, you are here! Alhamdulillah.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''Finished here. Leave the rest to me. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'll find you at the southern Dock, after I deal with Maynard's Ship. |
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| *'''Civilian:''' ''Ali, I know you will avenge us!'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''This way. Shh! Come along. The Powder Stores are up ahead, but I'll need your help with the Guards... quietly. |
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| *'''Ali:''' ''If you are truly free, why the struggle within?'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Careful! Guards there. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''What do you mean? There is no struggle.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''I see that what you think is at war with waht you feel. You will never find truth if you are not first truthful with yourself.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''No man can see what another thinks.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''No normal man. But look at me. I obey no one, I am ruled by no one. I am free.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I want to look around before Beshi arrives in Jarjaraya with the bodies.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''That would be wise. People here are already angry. Things will be worse after the burials. There is a teahouse nearby. Tea drinkers talk. You might hear something there about who is taking our men.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''What will you do?''
| |
| *'''Ali:''' ''I have my own inquiries to make. Meet me back here if you discover something.''
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| *'''Tea House Owner:''' ''Marhaban! (Welcome!) Please, find a seat. Or perhaps view my unparalleled selection of teas. The finest in all Baghdad!'' | | *'''Soldier British 03 Male:''' ''If the Lieutenant took greater care, there'd be no Need to repair his Ships so often. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''This looks like the teahouse Ali mentioned.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''That's the lot. Easier than I expected with both of us. Now we'll ruin their Powder. |
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| *'''Civilian:''' ''How is your tea, ya sayyidi?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''You take care of the Rest. I'm going ahead. |
| *'''Elder:''' ''This is cold! Get me another, and heat it this time!''
| |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''Yes, sayyidi. A thousand apologies.''
| |
| *'''Elder:''' ''Perfectly good Zanj slaves go missing, yet incompetents like you remain. No! Stop talking. Just get my tea!''
| |
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| *'''Civilian:''' ''You work and work and what do you get? Nothing! Damned slaves! I treat them well, I pay them well, I feed them ... and then they disappear. And no one's left to work!'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''Captain! Up here. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''He might talk ... if I can sober him up.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Time to sober up.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Have you found the Sailors? |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Si. Maynard's got them locked up in the Prison. If we free them, they might be persuaded to help us fight. |
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| *'''Civilian:''' ''Enough! I'm better!'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''They're nearby now. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''A teahouse is a dangerous place to be drinking. You could have been arrested.''
| |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''I've just had a lot of trouble lately.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''You said some of your slaves have gone missing.''
| |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''Did I? I don't remember. Not just missing, they disappeared!''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''People do not just disappear.''
| |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''These did! Last night two of mine did not come back from the fields. No one saw anything. They just disappeared. Poof!''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''So you thought you would get drunk in a public teahouse.''
| |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''Well ... yeah. Oh, my head. Look, do not tell anyone. I have to go home and fall over.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Someone who loves tea would find this irresistible.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Do you miss your Church, Padre? |
| | *'''Galvão:''' Sim, claro. ''(Yes, of course.) I miss the People. It was my Life. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I've never really understood Religion. I believe in Myself, the Strength in my own Hands, my own Reason. No offense. |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''That's a common view. Of course I understand it well. I saw things the same way once. There are times I still do. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I overheard you mention that slaves have gone missing.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''You're free, by the Grace of God. Get away, quickly. |
| *'''Elder:''' ''What? Who are you? How dare you talk to me. Go away!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''You are obviously a man of taste. I would be willing to part with a brick of tea for a moment of your time.''
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| *'''Elder:''' ''I thought I .. wait, tea? All right, but be quick, before anyone sees me talking to you.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''You mentioned Zanj slaves have been going missing.''
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| *'''Elder:''' ''I don't see what it has to do with you, but yes. A stranger, one of those rebels, has been disturbing the slaves. After he spoke with them, they disappeared. No doubt he's an acquaintance of that troublemaker Ali ibn Muhammad. That's all I know. Now leave before someone who matters sees me talking with someone like you.''
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| *'''Tea House Owner:''' ''Hey! Over here! This way!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''You take care of the Rest. |
| Basim approached the man.
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Did you want something?''
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| The teahouse owner whispered to Basim.
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| *'''Tea House Owner:''' ''Not here, there are too many ... ears, if you take my meaning.''
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| Projecting his voice, he continued.
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| *'''Tea House Owner:''' ''Ah, yes sayyidi! Our special teas are kept in the back. This way, watch your step!''
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| He began leading Basim away from the open courtyard.
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| *'''Tea House Owner:''' ''Follow me. Act casual.''
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| *'''Tea House Owner:''' ''All right. It's clear.'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''My Friends you are free. Do not be ashamed if you surrendered Information under Duress. Few men can pass such a Test. If you need God's Forgiveness, only seek it, and it will be found. Vengeance is mine saith the Lord, but do not forget what Maynard did to you. Vengeance can be yours Today if you will fight. If it is not in your Heart to help give Maynard what he deserves, be assured we will do it. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Well, we ... seem to be alone. What did you want?''
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| *'''Tea House Owner:''' ''Sorry for the melodramatics, but you never know who is watching. And this sneaking about is all rather exciting! I saw your red sash and heard you talking about missing slaves. Another has disappeared form a farmhouse near here.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''how do you know of this?''
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| *'''Tea House Owner:''' ''I am friendly with the family. The husband was one of those executed. Now the son has gone missing as well. His mother is beside herself with worry. I thought you might be able to help her.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Tell me where this farmhouse is.''
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| *'''Tea House Owner:''' ''A little to the west. Slaves don't trust easily, but if you can do anything for her, I would consider it a personal favor.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I should return to Ali and tell him what I have discovered.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''This doesn't seem grand enough to be Maynard's Warship. |
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Did you know I can hear what men think?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The faster I work, the less Chance I'm discovered. |
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| *'''Beshi:''' ''We should not do this. It will only make more trouble for us.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''There's still time to look around a bit. |
| *'''Ali:''' ''More trouble than executions?''
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| Ali slapped the bound man.
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| *'''Ali:''' ''They slaughtered our brothers. How do you not understand?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Ali, what is this? This is not what we agreed to.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''I do what must be done. I do not need your approval. Did you discover something?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Slaves are disappearing from all over Jarjaraya, one from a nearby farmhouse. I will go there, and see what I can find.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Good. Our friend here has been spending his mornings at the harbor, meeting with one we think is informing for the Caliph. You could find this informant and follow him. See where that leads. Meanwhile, Beshi and I will loosen our friend's tongue.''
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| *'''Beshi:''' ''This is a mistake, Ali.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Let us see...''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I should look for the informant, and help the widow find her missing son.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''What's this? |
| | {{IUNote|Title=My Warchest|Text=Quartermaster,<br><br>Move my Warchest to the Church as soon as you reach Dock, and double the Guard. I'm holding you personally responsible for every Real.<br><br>Lieutenant Maynard}} |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''The Gold! This changes things. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''This is the harbor. The informant is here somewhere.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Maynard's Gold could be at the Church. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''There is the mark. Now to keep them in my sights, and avoid unwanted attention.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Shit! The others will be waiting for me... I'll see to them first. |
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| *'''Informant:''' ''Hmph. No notes today. I should get going. It's almost time.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Good, you all made it. Call for the Jackaw. There's one more thing I have to do. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Time for what, I wonder? I should follow him, but I cannot let him see me. '' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Are you mad? It's time to go. |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Oh, this is not good. |
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| *'''Informant:''' ''I've got new information.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''This is too easy. |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''What have you got for me?''
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| *'''Informant:''' ''Apart from that slave kid I already told you about, someone's been sniffing around Jarjaraya, asking questions.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''Is it the one we reported last time, that troublemaker Beshi?''
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| *'''Informant:''' ''This one is new. No one seems to know anything about him.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''What are you doing then? I'm carrying letters for the boss, and you're wasting my time! Come back when you've got a name.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''These two were gathering information for someone called Dogan bin Arslan. I must find this Dogan, but first I should help the widow with her missing son. Perhaps it is connected.'' | | *'''Soldier British 03 Male:''' ''The Lieutenant knew you'd come at the Smell of Treasure! But you're too late. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''This won't end in your Favor. |
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| ["Like Father, Like Son" takes place]
| | *'''Soldier British 04 Male:''' ''The Gold's gone, Pirate! |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''But you're here, aren't you? |
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| *'''Ali:''' ''You return at last.'' | | *'''Soldier British 05 Male:''' ''We were expecting you, you filthy Prigger. You've stolen your last Coin. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''What have you done?''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I seriously doubt that. |
| *'''Ali:''' ''What I had to do.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Is this what your freedom looks like?''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''I do not follow your creed, nor do I answer to the Hidden Ones. This is the price of war.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Beshi would disagree...''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Beshi does not lead this rebellion! He does his part, and I do mine. But enough. What have you discovered?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The missing slaves were taken at the order of one called Dogan bin Arslan. Something big is happening soon. I do not know what.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''I do. This one said my men are being interrogated, and are to be executed by their leader afterward at the villa.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Ali, the informant mentioned Beshi by name. They are looking for him.'' | |
| *'''Ali:''' ''Let them look. Go free my men. I will prepare our attack on the villa. Meet me near the farm when you are done.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''This looks like the farm where Ali's men were being held.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Maynard's been a step ahead the whole way. Shit, my Officers! |
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''These stupid slaves are going to be sorry they didn't just do their work.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Oh, Shit! |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''The boss won't go easy on them. He loves his work.''
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| *'''Rebel:''' ''Alhamdulillah! We thought we were dead.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Oh, Shit! |
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| *'''Rebel:''' ''Get me out of here.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Get to Cover! |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Ali is waiting just outside the farm. Go quickly.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The widow's son is not here.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Anne's going to have my Guts. |
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''I heard the kid is the son of one of those executed rebels. He came looking for his father's killers.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Maynard played me like a Fiddle. |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''Well, he found them, didn't he? He'll go the same way as his father now.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Your mother is waiting for you.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The Jackdaw! Well done, Anne. You're not getting away this time, Maynard. |
| *'''Widow's Son:''' ''I'm not going back yet. They killed my father. I will fight with the others!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''You are brave. Fine, meet Ali outside the farm.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''That is all of them. I should meet with Ali.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''We have to go! Maynard's got the others. |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''I know he has, I watched him take them! Where the hell were you, Edward? No! Don't tell me. Jesus Christ! |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''We'll get them, Anne. But we have to go, now! |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Your want of Riches will be the end of us! There's going to be a Reckoning for this Edward. I mean it! |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Is everyone here?'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''Let fall the Courses and trim the Topsail lads! We've a Bastard to catch! |
| *'''Ali:''' ''Dogan bin Arslan dies now. We wait only for you.''
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| (Accept - Let's begin the assault)
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I am ready. Let us go.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''They stole you from your homes when you were free, and brought you here to die in their fields as slaves. They slaughtered our brothers like dogs in Sharqiyah. Now they have taken more of us.'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''Christ, that's a Beast! |
| *'''Rebel:''' ''No!''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''This is what Maynard was building. Not just an Armada, this floating damned Fortress. |
| *'''Widow's Son:''' ''No more!''
| | *'''Anne:''' ''How the Hell did he hide something that big? |
| *'''Ali:''' ''I promised you a new life. I gave you my word. More join us every day, from the least in Baghdad to the greatest. Allah is with us. Our cause is righteous. Our justice is destined. God is great! God is great! There is no God but God, and God is great!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The Bastard's been ahead of us the whole time. |
| *'''Rebel:''' ''There is no God but God!'' | |
| *'''Ali:''' ''There is no judgement but by God!'' | |
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| *'''Dogan bin Arslan:''' ''You rebels need to learn your place!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Our Guns have almost no effect! |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''It's that bloody Armor. We can't breach it! |
| [] | | [] |
| {{IUNote|Title=Dogan's Orders|Text=Dogan,<br><br>I want a full report of your progress this week. AI-A'eshma in particular has questions about the stranger nosing around Jarjaraya recently. I suggest you make extra effort to provide answers - for your own sake. Al-A'eshma, more so than me, does not like to be disappointed.<br><br>We will expect you at the Officers' Club in Shargiyah, as usual.<br><br>- Al-Rukh
| | *'''Anne:''' ''There's no use trying to get past that Armor. |
| }}
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| *'''Ali:''' ''When word gets out of this victory, many will join our cause.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Target the Mines! They'll hit below the Waterline! |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Dogan bin Arslan was carrying orders. He was to report to superiors at the Officers' Club in Sharqiyah.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Those superiors may be who ordered the executions. Does it name them?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''It uses codenames. Al-Rukh and Al-A'eshma. Only the Order uses such names. I will go to this club and see what I can find.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''I wish you luck. I must return and wait for Beshi.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Be careful, Ali. The Caliph will be hunting you both after this.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''There are things we cannot hide from if we are to be truly free.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I should go to the Officers' Club in Sharqiyah.'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''After all the Pains we took finding those three, you let them get taken. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I know, Anne. But we'll get them. And we'll get Maynard, as well as his Gold. |
| | *'''Anne:''' ''If I wasn't in the middle of a Fight with this Monster, I'd start one up with you! What would Thatch say? |
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| | | *'''Anne:''' ''We won't hook easily on that. We'll have to Ram, and you can jump over! |
| =====Like Father, Like Son=====
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| *'''Zanj Widow:''' ''Not my son as well! I cannot lose him like his father!'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''Captain! |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''Maybe he's safe somewhere. He could be lost.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''Maynard's got the Key. |
| *'''Zanj Widow:''' ''No. He is gone. I haven't even had a chance to gather flowers for my hisband's funeral and now my son is gone too.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Hold fast. I'll find the Cur. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''This must be the place. Excuse me.''
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''Hurry, will you? The Hold's half filled with Water already... |
| *'''Zanj Widow:''' ''Who are you? What do you want?'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''Behind you! |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Forgive me, I did not mean to startle you. The teahouse owner told me of your trouble. Perhaps I can help.''
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| *'''Zanj Widow:''' ''I do not see how. I don't know you.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''You need flowers for your husband's burial. I too once lost those close to me, but could not bury them. It would be an honor if you let me do for you what I could not do for my friends. I will gather these flowers.''
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| *'''Zanj Widow:''' ''My husband often brought some White Savory to me. If you bring me some, I will leave them at his grave once he is buried, as my final gift.'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''It will be done.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The flowers will be nearby. I should look around.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''You fight just like a Pirate. |
| | *'''Robert Maynard:''' ''How dare you. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''These look like the flowers I need.'' | | *'''Maynard:''' ''You're only here because I intended it. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You've led me a merry Chase, I don't deny it. |
| | *'''Maynard:''' ''It's simply because I'm your better in every way. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Yet here you are at the point of my Sword... as I intended. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''These are beautiful flowers. My friends would have approved.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I hear you've yet to make the Rank of Captain. |
| | *'''Maynard:''' ''Once I've killed Edward Kenway they'll give me whatever I ask. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's Captain... Edward Kenway. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I brought the flowers, with my sympathy.'' | | *'''Maynard:''' ''This is a Fight I've long anticipated. |
| *'''Zanj Widow:''' ''They are such elegant flowers. My husband loved them. Thank you. Is there something I can do for you?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''A bold Gamble for one so lightly skilled. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I am trying to find who is taking slaves from Jarjaraya. I know your son is missing.''
| | *'''Maynard:''' ''Skilled enough for Blackbeard. Wasn't he your Friend? |
| *'''Zanj Widow:''' ''Yes. I lost his father. It would be more than I can bear if I lost him too.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''It doesn't take Skill to strike a man from behind. That's Cowardice. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Can you tell me what he was doing before he went missing?''
| | *'''Maynard:''' ''Isn't that your kind's specialty? |
| *'''Zanj Widow:''' ''When his father was taken, he became very unhappy. He started going out at night. Last night, he never returned.'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I will look around. There might be something here that tells what happened.'' | |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I could pick up her son's tracks around here.'' | | *'''Maynard:''' ''What will it be, Pirate? The Gold you cherish... ...or the Friends you don't? |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''NO! |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''There are a lot of tracks here. The tracks lead to that small building. I need to find a way inside.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''You'll keep, Shitbird. |
| []
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''That was a lot of Gold. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The oil is low. He was working late.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''That Bastard got away. |
| []
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Yet we survived. |
| {{IUNote|Title=Son's Letter|Text=I have seen mercenaries go in and out of that farm. They must be the ones who took Father and the others. | am going tonight, and will see what I see.<br><br>I leave this note here, in case I am taken as well. I am sorry to disobey you, Mother, but Beshi is right. We must fight.}}
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Aye, We gave the King's Men some Problems. Thatch would be happy at that. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''A letter! He mentions a nearby farm. I should let his mother know what I have found.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Thatch... he thought it all a choice between Gold or penniless Valor. For my Part, I agreed but... When it came down to it... |
| []
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Edward Kenway. There might be hope for you. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I found a letter from yuor son. He was looking for the men who took his father.'' | | *'''Lucy:''' ''To our Captain! |
| *'''Zanj Widow:''' ''That foolish boy!'' | | *'''Anne:''' ''To our Captain! |
| *'''Basim:''' ''He mentioned a nearby farm. Do you know what he was talking about?'' | | *'''Galvão:''' ''To our Captain! |
| *'''Zanj Widow:''' ''Oh no. That is Dogan's farm. It is crawling with mercenaries. If he went there... Please! Find my son!'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''To our Captain! |
| *'''Basim:''' ''If he lives, I will send him back to you. You have my word.'' | |
| []
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Dogan's farm will be heavily guarded. I should return to Ali and discuss the next move.'' | |
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| | *'''Blackbeard:''' ''It's one thing to go all soft, Kenway. It's another to pin that new Philosophy on me. I won't have it. Though if you asked me now, I'd tell you it's Friends, not Gold, that make for better Parties. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''We're both late coming to that understanding. I let that Shitbird Maynard get away. |
| | *'''Blackbeard:''' ''We all have our Time. Could be it's your Time to stop chasing Fairy Stories, and Rum Dreams. Leave off thinking so much on Tomorrow that you forget about Today. Could be it's your last Day. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''There's nothing certain. |
| | *'''Blackbeard:''' ''Ha! There you go again. In point of fact, Kenway, I don't recommend you thinking much at all. It's not your Forte... |
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| | *'''Soldier British 01 Male:''' ''We've been working at this since first Light. |
| | *'''Soldier British 02 Male:''' ''And there's no End in sight, neither. |
| | *'''Soldier British 01 Male:''' ''We're not Soldiers. We're little more than Slaves, Mate. |
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| | *'''Soldier British 06 Male:''' ''Don't be a fool! What do you gain by resisting except your own Suffering. |
| | *'''Sailor British 03 Male:''' ''I'm no Man's Servant, much less his Slave! Curse you and your faithless Master. |
| | *'''Soldier British 06 Male:''' ''Oh, you're going to be sorry for them Words. |
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| | *'''Soldier British 06 Male:''' ''Look around! |
| | *'''Soldier British 04 Male:''' ''Come on, cough it up. You wouldn't have no profits at all if not for Lieutenant Maynard. |
| | *'''Soldier British 04 Male:''' ''And no shirking, neither! The more you give the better the Lieutenant can protect all of our Interests. |
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| | *'''Soldier British 01 Male:''' ''It's shameful what the Crown's done to Lieutenant Maynard if you ask me. |
| | *'''Soldier British 05 Male:''' ''Aye, he's worth twice any of the other Captains. |
| | *'''Soldier British 01 Male:''' ''He should have been made Captain long ago. |
| | *'''Soldier British 05 Male:''' ''He already does the work of a Captain with none of the Reward. |
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| =====The Raptor and the Demon=====
| | *'''Soldier British 03 Male:''' ''It don't sit right with me, what Maynard's doing. |
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| | *'''Soldier British 04 Male:''' ''You mean his going behind the Captain's back, and taking all his Men? |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The Officers' Club. Now to find a way inside.''
| | *'''Soldier British 03 Male:''' ''Aye. There's such a thing as Loyalty, you know? Where would we be if we all just did as we chose? |
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| | *'''Soldier British 04 Male:''' ''We're just Foot Soldier's, Mate. It don't matter what you or I think at the end of the Day. |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''They trust me with the key to their special room. That's something, right?'' | |
| []
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| *'''Al-Rukh:''' ''Did you see that woman whose husband we took?''
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| *'''Al-A'eshma:''' ''It is not unlawful to make her your slave. Oh dont look at me like that! Allah has favored us, Jasoor. Or should only the mighty Al-Mardikhwar enjoy such blessings?''
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| *'''Al-Rukh:''' ''Do not speak his name, not even here! Of all of us, he scares me the most. You know what he is like. If he learns of my past and finds fault, where can I run? I do not have the luxuries of your ships, Nadir.'' | |
| *'''Al-A'eshma:''' ''You may have taken liberties with truth in the past, but you have proven your loyalty many times. You executed those rebels, recently. That was a task more cold-blooded than his ordering of it. Perhaps he shoud fear you.''
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| *'''Al-Rukh:''' ''It is your voice I hear, but the words are those of the Shaytan (Devil) himself. Do not jest. I want no trouble when he returns.'' | |
| *'''Al-A'eshma:''' ''Shaytan! That is high praise coming from you! It is as I told you. We are favored, and need not fear anything.''
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| *'''Al-Rukh:''' ''Where is Dogan? He is late.''
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| *'''Al-A'eshma:''' ''As always, my friend, you worry too much. Which is why you are merely Al-Rukh, and I am ... Al-A'eshma.'' | |
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''My apologies, Generals. Dogan bin Arslan has been murdered, and we fear there is an intruder. We must get you to safety.''
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| *'''Al-Rukh:''' ''I knew something was wrong! Dogan is never late.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Those two are with the Order, and they serve a third they call Al-Mardikhwar. But now, I need to find a way out.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I am safe. I should return to Fuladh.''
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| =====The Hunt=====
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Good, you are here. You have kicked many nests. Mercenaries are everywhere, like angry ants.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''It explains Beshi's absence. He's avoiding the mercenaries.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''I hope the trouble was all worth it?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I have discovered two of the officers are working with the Order. And there is another, their leader.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Three! That would explain the Order's reach in Sharqiyah.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The first two go by the names Al-Rukh and Al-A'eshma. The third, they call Al-Mardikhwar.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''They hide behind pompous names like prideful children!''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Do not mistake the Order's vanities for childishness. They are the real power behind the Abbasids. Did you discover anything that would identify them?''
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| |-|Discuss Al-Rukh=
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The one named Al-Rukh was called Jasoor by his companion. He is hiding from his past, and lives in fear because of it.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Jasoor, yes. That must be the Arab General Jasoor ibn Basil.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''I know of him ... a coward who stole credit for victories on the battlefield won by others.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''A past he has gone to great efforts to hide. Jasoor has a villa at Qasr Salih to the west. You could look for him there.''
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| |-|Discuss Al-A'eshma=
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The one called Al-A'eshma, his real name is Nadir. He has command of ships, and is not timid like his companion. Arrogant, in fact.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Nadir...''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''That must be Admiral Nadir ibn Havid. A boastful fool, concerned more with his ships than his own man.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Ah yes, the Admiral. Boastful, perhaps, but brilliant. He has created several new warships for the Caliph. The Order's reach has grown if they have recruited Nadir. You should look for him at the Lower Harrbor, to the north.''
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| |-|Discuss Al-Mardikhwar=
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| *'''Basim:''' ''As for their leader, Al-Mardikhwar, I learned only that he is away from Sharqiyah, and expected to return soon.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''This one I do not know. It is the first time I have heard the name.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''If he is their leader, he ordered the death of my men. He's the one you must find.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Yes, and for other reasons besides. Our best hope of finding him is through the first two.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Find this Al-Mardikhwar, Basim, as we agreed. I will wait for Beshi.''
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| </tabber>
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| *'''Ali:''' ''I am grateful for your help freeing my men. Take this token, with thanks.''
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| Ali left.
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I will find Jasoor and Nadir, and unmask their leader.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''They will be wary now, protected within their strongholds. You may have to lure them out. Thread carefully, Basim. These are dangerous men.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''So am I.''
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| =====Bird Trap=====
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''Last Bit. |
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''We need to hurry. |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''What is happening? Why are the soldiers patrolling?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''That's done. Why did you not cover your own Ears? |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''There was an attack in Sharqiyah. Everyone's on edge.'' | | *'''Tobias:''' ''It's too late for my ears. |
| *'''Civilian:''' ''Sounds like trouble. Let's go home.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Now to put the charges on Maynard's Ship. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The whole area is on high alert. I am expected.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''What's wrong with the General? He's in a panic, screaming for reinforcements we don't have.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''Something that happened in Sharqiyah has him worried... More than usual, I mean.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''A key. There must be a door it opens.''
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| *'''Al-Rukh:''' ''Stay alert! They broke into the Officer's room. If they break in here, it is all your heads!'' | |
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| {{IUNote|Title=Short Letter|Text=Al-Rukh,<br><br>I've heard troubling rumor that your celebrated past accomplishments were somewhat exaggerated. It seems you have been telling lies.<br><br>I expect you at the Great Garrison when I return. We have much to discuss.<br><br>-Al-Mardikhwar}}
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| *'''Basim:''' ''There is a note. Al-Marrdikhwar had questions about our friend's past. Smart. He was ordered to a meeting at the Great Garrison.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''One down. Now to deal with Al-A'eshma.'' | |
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| =====To Catch a Demon=====
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| *'''Basim:''' ''This is the harbor. Now to find Admiral Nadir.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''This is a detailed diagram of a strange-looking ship.''
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| {{IUNote|Title=Shipment Notice|Text=Shipments bearing the Warlord's insignia are to be sent directly to the camp south of River Tigris. No exceptions.<br><br>- Admiral Nadir}}
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| *'''Basim:''' ''A note directing all shipments to a location just south along the river Tigris.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''This shipment is headed outside the city.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''It's just my luck to be sent to the biggest dung pile in all of Sharqiyah.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''This camp is the worst I've ever seen in all my years as a soldier. Rats live better.''
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| {{IUNote|Title=Guard Orders|Text=No torches are to be taken near the prototype. Any man found doing so will not only lose a month's wages, he will spend a week in the Great Garrison at the pleasure of the Warlord.<br><br>- Admiral Nadir}}
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Admiral Nadir is very concerned about keeping fire away from his prototype ship.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''The admiral is all talk. I've never heard bluster so much and do so little. Not even you.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''Shut up! If the Admiral doesn't beat you to stop your complaining, I will.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''The Admiral cares more for tis precious model ship than his own men, and look at it. I'm surprised it floats.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''It would be a pity if that little ship caught fire.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''No, no no! Put it out! Hurry! He'll take our heads!''
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| *'''Al-A'eshma:''' ''Guards, lock down the camp! Find the one responsible! No one who dares raise their hand against me escapes. I didn't survive a hundred ocean battles to suffer insult! I want the dogs found! Bring them to me, or you'll feel the bite of my lash yourselves!''
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| {{IUNote|Title=Angy Missive|Text=Al-A'eshma,<br><br>Yet another shipment of military supplies has gone missing. That is the second time in as many months. I do not need to tell you what the consequences would be if the Caliph were to discover the contents of those shipments.<br><br>The harbor and everything in it is under your control. | hold you personally responsible for what passes through it. I expect a full accounting of everything that has gone in and out of Sharqiyah in the past year on my desk when I return. <br><br>Do not test me on this.<br><br>- Al-Mardikhwar}}
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| *'''Basim:''' ''A letter from Al-Mardikhwar about missing shipments belonging to the Turkic mercenaries. The Admiral was stealing.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''That is two down. I should return to Fuladh.''
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| =====The Chase=====
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Your Ships have a tendency to sink. |
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| | *'''Maynard:''' ''All according to Plan. Fire! |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Wait, Ali. Let us hear from Basim, first. Were you successful in your tasks?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''You mean to drown my Crew. I won't let it happen. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''General Jasoor and Admiral Nadir are dead.''
| | *'''Maynard:''' ''Everything I plan happens. |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Did you find anything to identify Al-mardikhwar?''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''This is my last chance for the Gold. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Not exactly. General Jasoor was commanded to meet Al-Mardikhwar at the Great Garrison. It seems his past finally caught up to him. Admiral Nadir was questioned about missing supply shipments meant for the Turkic military. Al-Mardikhwar was not happy.'' | |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''So ... Al-Mardikhwar is at the Great Garrison, overseeing supplies for the Turkic mercenaries. There is only one officer of sufficient rank who fits. Warlord Wasif al Turki.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Wasif! This makes sense. There are few others who could have taken Beshi.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Beshi has been taken?'' | |
| *'''Ali:''' ''He never came back.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Wasif just returned from an excursion for the Caliph, and is at the Garrison. If he has Beshi, that is where he will be.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Then that is where I am going.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Wasif controls half of Baghdad. If we challenge him and fail, it could start a war that reaches even Alamut. You need Basim.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Fine. I will meet Basim near the Garrison before I move. But do not take long. I am finished waiting.'' | |
| Ali left and Fuladh gave Basim a feather.
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Enter the Great Garrison and kill Wasif. He must not escape, and it must look like Ali did it. The safety of Alamut depends on it.'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''It will be done.''
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| =====Den of the Beast=====
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Ali. Are you ready?''
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| *'''Wasif:''' ''And who are you to tell me what I can and cannot do?''
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| *'''Muhammad:''' ''There is more at stake here than your pride, Wasif. We walk a narrow path.''
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| *'''Wasif:''' ''Enough! Take care what you say when we next meet, Governor. I will not suffer such insult twice.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''That's Wasif and Baghdad's governor, Muhammad ibn Abdallah ibn Tahir. He gave Wasif an order. The warlord did not like it.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The Governor of Baghdad has no authority over the Warlord, unless... Could he also be with the Order?''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Muhammad? I don't believe it. He is not just Governor, he is a poet, and a scholar. The man has spirit. I hoped to make him an ally.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Well, I hope you are right. Wasif is enough to deal with. I just have to find a way inside the Garrison.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''One of the stewards inside is loyal to me. You will find him near the cookhouse. When he sees the red sash, he will help you.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What will you do?''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''I will find Beshi, and then free other rebels being held in the prison. Wasif I leave to you.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Warlord. You cloak yourself in the Caliph's colors so you can kidnap and kill at will. You are a plague upon the land. Its soil is red with the blood of those you have butchered. All because they sought their freedom ... or because you feared they would. You think yourself untouchable, surrounded by your soldiers. But we will storm the Garrison, free Beshi, and see your reign of terror end.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Those walls do not look climbable. I will have to find another way in.''
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| *'''Civilian:''' ''Those garrison walls are useless as they are. Have you seen the holes in the Garrison walls? What's the point of having walls if they have holes in them?''
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| *'''Civilian:''' ''You mean the construction? There are guards everywhere. No one's getting in or out of that place without being caught.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''There might be a way in along the northern wall. I should take a look.''
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| *'''Garrison Cook:''' ''Bring the Narbaj (pomegranate juice stew) and the meal when it's ready. And forget your knives! We've got a lot more to take to the barracks. You're going to need both hands for carrying.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''There is a steward here loyal to Ali. He will be somewhere near the cookhouse.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''I'll bet he's left the key in that mess of a room.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Where there is a key, there is a lock ... or a gate.''
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| *'''Steward:''' ''Over here!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''You are Ali's man?'
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| *'''Steward:''' ''I saw your red sash. We must be quick. Wasif is in the inner garrison. I can get you through a side entrance, but we cannot be seen together. Follow me at a distance, and stay out of sight.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I understand.''
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| *'''Steward:''' ''Tell me when you're ready to go.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''All right, let us go.''
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| *'''Steward:''' ''I will walk in the open to avoid suspicion. Follow me at a distance, and stay in cover.''
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| *'''Steward:''' ''Try to stay in the shadows.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''Have you heard those screams? It's like ghosts or something. I heard the prison is haunted.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''Something's happening down there that isn't ... right. I heard the same thing at Damascus Gate. You don't want to know.''
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| *'''Steward:''' ''I hope they fix the walls soon.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''You and me both. My patrols will be shorter, for one thing.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''Warlord Wasif is back, so no shirking on your patrols. Do the full round, all the way to the construction. If I catch any of you shortcutting, you'll lose a week's pay and be on latrine duty for a month.''
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| *'''Steward:''' ''Everything seems quiet enough, my friend.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''I'm not your friend. Be about your business, and be quick.''
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| *'''Steward:''' ''So far, so good. We're half-way. Remember, stay hidden. If you fail, I will not be able to help and you must find your way.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''This is the barracks. Wasif's room is probably further inside.''
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| *'''Steward:''' ''Finally. This door will lead you to Wasif. Now, I must get back.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Wasif's room. It is surpringly bare for a man of his rank.''
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| {{IUNote|Title=Dusty Memoir|Text=I was a boy when they took me, and sent me to the blacksmith, That bastard beat me, but I made myself strong just like you taught me.<br><br>As soon as I was big enough, I broke his neck with my hands. I squeezed until I felt it snap. There was no anger in his eyes then. The only thing I saw before they filled up with blood was fear.<br><br>You would have been proud of me, Mama.}}
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''This is an elaborate shrine. Wasif must have loved his mother.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''Stand straight and eyes front! The Warlord is arriving and will tolerate no disorder!''
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| *'''Wasif:''' ''Better. The heft is good, the balance too. The hilt is still a bit tight. Let us see if the edge is better. "Whoever bears arms against us is not one of us." You chose the wrong side, my friend.''
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| *'''Beshi:''' ''Judgement belongs to Allah! Not you!''
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| *'''Wasif:''' ''It's still sticking. Make the blood grooves deeper.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''Time to put the dog down!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''We should free the others. Then you can lead your men outside. I will deal with Wasif.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Outside? Don't be foolish. This is the perfect beginning. We are going to pull this place down.''
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| *'''Rebel:''' ''The Warden has the key to our cells. Be careful! He is more dangerous than he looks.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Thereis the Warden.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Key to the cells. Now to releaase the others.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''Stay alert! There's been word of strange noises.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''When are there not strange noises?''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''Just keep your head on a swivel.''
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| *'''Rebel:''' ''Here! Alhamdulillah!''
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| *'''Rebel:''' ''You have our thanks! Ali will lead us to our revenge. For Beshi!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Your men are free. Now I must find Wasif.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''There is a signal fire just above here. Once lit, it will raise an alarm throughout the Garrison. The guards will come to us.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''And I will find a way into his room while he is alone. All right. We will light the fire.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Do not forget our agreement.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I have not forgotten.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''What do we do? We are surrounded.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''Be silent! Take this down, quickly. The Zindeeq (heretic) Ali and his rebels have attacked the garrison. Request reinforcements. Seal the letter. When the door is breached, find a way through and deliver it to the Caliph. On your life!''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''Y-yes, sayyidi!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Composed and silent, even when trapped. Al-Mardikhwar indeed. .''
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| *'''Wasif:''' ''A feather... isn't that ironic? Was it taken from an eagle who fell out of the sky?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''A symbol of freedom. A word you did not use often. And never will again.''
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| *'''Wasif:''' ''Oh ... so this is freedom? Yet, I do not see any way out...''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Argh!''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''We will have to fight our way out. Our revolution begins now. With me!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''This may not be good.''
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Not so easy when the Fight's fair. |
| | *'''Maynard:''' ''You think you've won? |
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| | *'''Anne:''' ''What a Mess! Almost makes me miss being at the Old Avery cleaning up empty Mugs and Vomit. |
| *'''Ali:''' ''This is a great beginning!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I don't believe it. You couldn't go back now you've tasted all this. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Why do they fight? Their Warlord lies dead already.''
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Oh, aye? You think so do you? The smell of Black Powder, Sweat, and Filth. My Ears ringing. |
| []
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You're all Talk. I see the Fire in your Eyes at every Fight. |
| *'''Rebel:''' ''Allah fights with us!''
| | *'''Anne:''' ''Well... you're right. I love it, and that's the Truth. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''That is it. Let us get out of here.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Follow me. Stay close!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Is this what you mean by freedom? Brawling our way out of a garrison?''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Why? Do you lack the stomach for an honest fight?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''No, I just prefer ... an honest assassination.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I hope you trained your men better than the Warlord trained his.'' | |
| *'''Ali:''' ''Can you not see for yourself? The fight is almost over already!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''We made it! That was close.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Not close, inevitable.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''More guards!''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''You fight with a venom. Perhaps our cause appeals to you more than you admit?''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''That is the last of them!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Let us go out the same way we came in.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Oh no, my friend. We are leaving through the front gate. Keep up! We are close. The victory is ours!''
| |
| *'''Rebel:''' ''We are with you Sahib az-Zanj (Chief of the Zanj)!''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''This is a good day! I will meet you at the Bureau.''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''Our fight begins! We will have freedom, or death! God is great!'' | |
| *'''Rebel:''' ''There is no God but God!''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''God is great!''
| |
| *'''Rebel:''' ''There is no God but God!''
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| *'''Ali:''' ''God is great!''
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| *'''Rebel:''' ''There is no God but God!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I should return to Fuladh at the Bureau.''
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| |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''If you mention the cat, it will come. And here he is.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Go softly, come softly, so the cat does not gore you.''
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| Basim handed Fuladh the bloodied feather, which he puts away before Ali enters the room.
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| *'''Ali:''' ''You have honored your word. Wasif lies dead, and all who hear of it, hear of me.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I regret we could not save Beshi. He was a brave man.''
| |
| *'''Ali:''' ''Already they tell his tory throughout Baghdad. He will free more by his death than he did in life. Freedom has a price. The only question is whether we will pay it. Beshi was proud to. I have much to do. I would wish peace upon you both, but ... we know that is not in your future. Nor mine.''
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| Ali left.
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''I fear Ali is right. Nothing will stop his rebellion now.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Maybe nothing should. The things he says...''
| |
| Basim shook his head before continuing.
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''At the Garrison, we saw Wasif arguing with Governor Muhammad ibn Tahir.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Muhammad? That is odd. I will keep eyes on him. Araka Lahiqan!''
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| *'''Basim:''' (ragged breath)
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Easy, Basim. I am here.''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Basim, tamahhal (slow down).'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''i cannot keep them waiting.''
| |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''Are they aware, your companions, that their hunter is hunted in his sleep?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''If it were in my sleep alone I could bear it. But it followed when I fled Anbar. Now it stalks me when I slay those I hunt.''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''The ones from the palace ... in the masks.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Four are dead at my hand. The last, the Head of the Snake, will join them soon.''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Why slit its throat when you could loosen its tongue?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What? Why would I...'' | |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''The jinni only struck in sleep. It never dogged you by the day until you reached into that chest. The masked ones prized what lay within, the ancient object that woke at your touch. They may hold more answers living than dead!''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I hunt my enenmies, I do not break bread with them. I took an Oath, Nehal.''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''How can you hunt when you are hounded? If you could walk the dark unburdened, you could better serve the light.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I stay my blade from the flesh of the innocent. Not from the Order of the Ancients!''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''If you will not ask your foes, then at least ask your friends what slept in that chest... and why they sought it.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''My companions wait for me at the Harbiyah Bureau. Clear your mind, Basim. Focus on the task before you.''
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| ====Round City==== | | ==Naval Contracts== |
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| | ===A Spanish Plague=== |
| =====The Head of The Snake===== | | *'''Milo Van Der Graaff:''' ''Captain Kenway! I believe I already made your acquaintance.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''You took your time.'' | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''I remember you. The Sailor from Salt Key.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Did you wait up, Master?''
| | *'''Milo Van Der Graaff:''' ''Merchant, and an honest Proprietor. Milo van der Graaff, owner of the Van der Graaff Company. Am I speaking to the one in charge around here?'' |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''I wait for no man. You look tired.''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Aye. Edward Kenway, the new Caretaker of this Compound. State your Business?'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Nothing a little adventure won't fix. What news?'' | | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''You have the look of a Man who doesn't back down from a Contest, and that winsome Vessel of yours appears fit and sturdy. You see, I have need of someone who can help unburden me of Troubles I've been having with the Spanish Navy.'' |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Ali thinks the time is right to attack the palace. The 'Uyun (spies) are distracted and the people divided.''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''And what have you done to draw their Ire?'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Divided how?''
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Me? It's their jealous Eyes that have turned green with Envy at the sight of my Frigates, heavy with Merchandise as they are.'' |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Some are claiming the new Caliph stole the throne from Abu 'Abdallah, son of Al-Mutawakkil. What do you know of him?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''And you need someone to get between them and your Frigates. For a Price, I can be persuaded.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Little. He was there at the palace, the night his father... The night I reached into that chest. Master, have we learned anything more about the object within?'' | | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''We speak the same Language, Captain! On my word, your Purse will grow heavy, as long as the Job is well and truly done.'' |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Why do you ask?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Then I will see to it, and hold you to your Word.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''It seems a shame we know so little about something the Order prized so much. Should we not seek to know our enemies better, the better to defeat them?'' | |
| Fuladh entered the Bureau.
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Marhaban (Welcome), Basim! Have I interrupted?'' | |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''No. We must turn to the task at hand.'' | |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Of course, Abu 'Abdallah. Rebekah tells me you have met his mother, Qabiha?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I did. I think she could be first among our foes. She, or Arib the Poet, or Muhammad the Governor. All three had ties to our enemies.''
| |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Muhammad ibn Tahir... His cousins govern the land on which Alamut sits.''
| |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Their protection is all that shields us from our enemies.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I cut our enemy's legs beneath them, Master. Let me strike while their stumps are bloody. I will unmask them and learn their intent.'' | |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Basim is right. We must act swiftly.''
| |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Go to the Round City. Investigate all three, but take no further action. Report back to me atop the House of the Privy Seal.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Fuladh, my finder of facts, my fielder of questions.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I reckon the seas could be lighter a Spaniard or two.'' |
| *'''Fuladh:''' ''How can I be of help, Basim?''
| |
| <tabber>
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| |-|Ask about the poetess Arib=
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Tell me about Arib. Her words were as scripture to members of the Order.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''A gifted artist and poetess, Arib won her freedom through her skill. Tabid tells me she keeps a luxurious home in the Round City. Anything else?''
| |
| |-|Ask about the concubine Qabiha=
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What do you know of Qabiha? She had ties to the Treasurer.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Born to slavery, Qabiha rose to become Al Mutawakkil's.'' [sic] ''favourite concubine in the Harem. Yet her son was not made Caliph, leaving her future uncertain. Anything else?''
| |
| |-|Ask about Governor Muhammad=
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Tell me about the Governor. I saw him give orders to Wasif Al-Turki.''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''Muhammad is one of the Tahirids, powerful viceroys of the Caliphs in Persia. He governs all Baghdad from his seat at the Courts. Anything else?''
| |
| |-|Ask about the Round City=
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Where can I find our suspects?''
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| *'''Fuladh:''' ''All three live within the glorious Round City, the power center of the Abbasid Caliphate. Anything else?''
| |
| |-|That is all.=
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Shukran, Fuladh.''
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| </tabber>
| |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Poet, politician, and concubine. I will soon know which one wears the mask.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Van der Graaff's ships can sail safely now.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Good show, Captain! You've a talent for Action — and Justice if I may say it.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Justice, aye. I've been hearing it for Years.'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''If you ever have Time for more, simply find one of my Subordinates and they'll brief you on what needs doing.'' |
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| =====The Fox and the Hunter===== | | ===Silk On The Waves=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''We can't have illicit Merchandise being passed around freely. Leave this to me.'' |
| | *'''British civilian:''' ''The Van der Graaff Company appreciates your efforts, Captain.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''What beautiful homes ... far different from the slums of Anbar.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''That's all the Cloth I need.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The home of the poetess.'' | | *'''British civilian:''' ''Top job, Captain! The Van der Graaff Company owes much to your considerable Talents.'' |
| | |
| | ===The Law Of The Ocean=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''So, we're after a Craft by the name of Hercules, and the Captain who commands her.'' |
| | *'''British civilian:''' ''It's Captain Kenway! Ah... Mister Van der Graaff is sure to appreciate your help on this, Sir!'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Adoring fans? They are very well-armed if so.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Hercules. Lofty name for a Tub in these Waters.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Let us hope she is home.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Now, Lads! Let's give them a taste of iron.'' |
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| *'''Arib:''' ''You will not bar mme from my guests! This is my house!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Hercules sinks like any other Mortal.'' |
| *'''Patron:''' ''Bought with my generosity!''
| |
| *'''Arib:''' ''Bought by my genius!''
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| *'''Patron:''' ''For tokens, favors, and personal dedications, you may find Sayyida Arib in the garden after her recital. Good day.'' | | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''I've read my share of Greek Myth, Captain. That was no Hercules.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''You must be her patron! It is an honor, sayyidi. If I may, I seek a private audience with the poetess.''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I suppose the ship is with Hades now?'' |
| *'''Patron:''' ''Do you.''
| | *'''Lucy:''' ''No. It's with the Crabs and the Eels and the Dirt.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I have been moved beyond words by her ... words. "Symmetry of Sky and Sea..." I only wish to express my sincere admiration.''
| |
| *'''Patron:''' ''Pretty words. Nearly as pretty as hers. And just as false. We both know what mask she wears, don't we?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Mask, sayyidi?' | |
| *'''Patron:''' ''Enough, "sayyidi". I know what you are, and I know why you've come. You think I haven't seen you skulking in the shadows? She is no longer party to your plots. Your secret meetings, your foolish nicknames. I have scrubbed her clean of them. For I have set a watch on her door. My men dog her recitals. Every letter she's had of you, I have shredded or sent back!''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Sent back?''
| |
| *'''Patron:''' ''You''ll find them piled at the Postal Bureau. Burn them, bury them, do what you will. You can choke on them for all I care.'' | |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Foolish nicknames, secret meetings ... the patron may have thought me a member of the Order of the Ancients. The piles of letters at the Postal Bureau may reveal more... Let us see what mask you wear, Poetess.'' | | |
| | ===Hunter Gatherer=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''These Hunters are always messing with the trade of free folk.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The Postal Bureau. I will do as the 'Uyun (spies) do, sift through strangers' mail and sniff out conspiracies.'' | | *'''Jackdaw pirate:''' ''One of them Hunters in sight, Captain!'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''There must be mail here from every corner of the Caliphate... Now to find Arib's.'' | | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''I've sailed with many Spaniards. Let's hope I don't recognize these.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| {{IUNote|Title=Payment Overdue Letter|Text=Please note that your payment of fifteen dinars is overdue and must be remitted no later than 20 Safar or you will be subject to an additional fine.}}
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Traders can sail free again.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''"Please note that your payment of fifteen dinars is overdue and must be..." No.'' | | |
| | ===Smuggler's Den=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''The Spanish have forgotten their Manners. Leave it to me.'' |
| | *'''British civilian:''' ''I'm grateful, Captain Kenway.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| {{IUNote|Title=Treasonous Letter|Text=Abu 'Abdallah is the true Caliph and will soon reclaim his stolen throne. The time is near at hand. Wait for my signal.}}
| | *'''Edward:''' ''There's the Spanish Blockade.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''"Abu 'Abdallah is the true Caliph and will soon reclaim his stolen throne..." I will leave this one for the 'Uyun.'' | | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''Blockades. Something in the way. Something to overcome. So it goes.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Right...'' |
| [] | | [] |
| {{IUNote|Title=Admirer's Letter|Text=Dearest Arib, your poetry has touched me deeply. You are my oasis, lush and plentiful, your words soothe my weathered soul. Tell me you feel the same.}}
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Van der Graaff can collect his Goods, now.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''"Dearest Arib, your poetry has touched me deeply. You are my oasis, lush and..." Ya lalqaraf. (Yuck.)'' | | |
| | ===A Personal Matter=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Another Wicked Englishman, huh?'' |
| [] | | [] |
| {{IUNote|Title=Threatening Letter|Text=You jape and jig for the base pleasure of your betters and pave their path to ruin. Silence your song of sin or I will do it for you.}}
| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''Are we in the Business of righting wrongs now?'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''"Silence your song of sin or I will do it for you." How kind. Moving on...'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''If it pays.'' |
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| {{IUNote|Title=Strange Letter|Text=After the honey drips from her lips, Al-Tha'lab leaves the garden and follows the mouse.}}
| | *'''Edward:''' ''There, the HMS Defiance.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''"After the honey drips from her lips, Al-Tha'lab (The Fox) leaves the garden and follows the mouse." Secret Order correspondence? Bad poetry? A bit of both? Arib could be Al-Tha'lab. The patron spoke of a recital in the gardens... I could give this letter to Arib and see where the vixen leads me.'' | |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I will go to the garden, give Al Tha'lab her letter, and follow where she goes.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Compliments of Milo van der Graaff.'' |
| | |
| | ===Eye For An Eye=== |
| | *'''Milo Van Der Graaff:''' ''Captain! My Thanks for your timely Help with those troublesome Spaniards. If you are inclined, I have Work befitting a Man of your Talents. This Work is of the high Risk, high Reward kind.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Arib:''' ''"Rage as the ocean, I'll sweeten your storms. Scorch as the desert, I'll bathe in your heat. Strike as the cobra..." '' | | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Come, walk with me so the eager Ears around us don't hear the fullness of my Proposal.'' |
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| *'''Arib:''' ''"Be you ocean, desert, cobra, dove, all shapes and humors will I embrace."'' | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''You know, those clothes could catch the Attention of Coin starved Pirates as much as your Proposal.'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''You have a good Eye, Sir. These Garments come specially tailored from the Dutch Republic.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You said something about a high Reward...'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Like so many Others, I sailed from my Homeland to seek a new Destiny across the water. Then, tragedy struck. A cruel Storm beat my small Fleet like a disobedient Cabin Boy. It's a Miracle my Ships made it to Havana without paying a Toll to the Rocks near port.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Yes, you made it to Shore and now here we are.'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Indeed! And rather than bemoan my ill Fortune, I grounded my Company here with a view to recoup my Losses through expeditious Trade. So was born the naïve but noble Van der Graaff Company of today.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''And where do I fit in to all of this?'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Ah, yes. Well, recently a Spanish Fleet sailing under the name San Lorenzo seized my best Frigate.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Now we come to it.'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Indeed. I recognize that you may be of some Help to me in this, Captain. I would, of course, Reward you handsomely.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'm agreeable to those Terms. Let's send a Message to this San Lorenzo.'' |
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| *'''Arib:''' ''Hello there .. have we met? Come, don't be shy! I rarely bite and I never leave a mark.'' | | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''A Dutch Businessman. Is he trustworthy?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''He buys my Services, not my Faith. As long there's Coin in it, I see nothing wrong.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Arib:''' ''It seems there's no privacy in the public eye.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The San Lorenzo. We've got you now.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Arib:''' ''How came you by that letter? Who put you up to this?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Let's see how the San Lorenzo fares against the Jackdaw.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I work in the dark to serve the light.''
| |
| *'''Arib:''' ''I've met the men who "serve the light". It seems its glare oft leaves them blind. Are your masters so blinkered and bumbling?''
| |
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| *'''Patron:''' ''You were warned, you son of a dog! Come, Arib! We wll set no tongues to wagging here.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The mighty San Lorenzo, as with so many Spanish tales, was taller in the telling.'' |
| *'''Arib:''' ''Yours is the tongue that will not still itself, even when I beg for silence.'' | | |
| *'''Patron:''' ''You spurn the counsel of he who raised you and without whom you would still be nothing!''
| | ===Blind Justice=== |
| *'''Arib:''' ''I raised myself. I authored myself. I have written myself into history. You are banished from my pages, now be gone!''
| | *'''Milo Van Der Graaff:''' ''Captain, I hear the San Lorenzo has gone to a watery Grave. Splendid job! My noble Company could use your Talents for another Venture, just find me when you are ready.'' |
| *'''Patron:''' ''How could I leave you to wolves such as these? You're a woman alone, unharmed...''
| |
| *'''Arib:''' ''Words are weapons enough for me.''
| |
| *'''Patron:''' ''Than let us see what defense they offer. Take her.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''There is somewhere the sayyida needs to be. And you are delaying her.''
| |
| *'''Arib:''' ''It seems that words can summon shields.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''We will need to make this quick.'' | | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Walk with me Captain, I am in pursuit of a hearty Drink.'' |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''What needs doing this Time? Are there more Spanish to sink?'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Worse! This time the Blight is not the Spanish, but those poxy Brits. They have in their possession a Man'o'War, a Vessel of violent beauty. A Ship so ferociously fair, the mere sight of it could turn the hardest Heart to Jelly. However, the Vessel is piloted by a Rogue who presumptuously calls himself Captain.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Let me Guess, you want him gone?'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''One need only to don the Mantle of Justice and strike down this Charlatan as Virtue demands. By One, I mean you, Captain. Knock this Man from the Helm, and send him into the merciless Sea. Only leave the Vessel unviolated for my Company to justly liberate.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Consider the Pretender gone.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Arib has left for her secret meeting. I must hurry.'' | | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''The World is beset with Falsehood.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''That's a Dour observation for you, Padre.'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''Yet True.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The letter commanded Al-Tha'lab to leave the garden and follow the mouse. Perharps Arib is not lost to me yet.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''That's the Tub we're looking for, and it's got an Escort.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''How far will the fox flee?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The false Captain is no more. Van der Graaff will be pleased.'' |
| | |
| | ===Papers, Please=== |
| | *'''Milo Van Der Graaff:''' ''Ah! Good Captain, I have been awaiting your return! Excellent Job putting an end to that British Pretender. You have all the Riches and Glory you need, of course. Still, I can always use your help when you're willing.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Yet another painted mouse.'' | | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Good Captain, better Friend! Come! I was just headed to the Alehouse. Well, it's more of an Ale counter, isn't it?'' |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Who are we after this Time, Milo?'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Not a Who, but a What! Aboard the HMS Courage are some Papers that implicate legitimate Businessmen like myself in... Shall we say, illicit, Activities. Obvious Slander and Lies! They only seek to sully the good Name of my Company.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''We can't have that.'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''No, no, no. We can't have that at all. Shall I leave it to you, Captain?'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I'll take care of it.'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''I knew you wouldn't leave me in the Lurch for too long! Purge the Lies that besmirch a Good Name!'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Another crumb to follow. I am growing tired of this chase.'' | | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''The only Lie we care about is the one that's true.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Best to keep that Insight to yourself around Milo.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Arib:''' ''"Follow the mouse." Really?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''We can't have false papers damaging the Van der Graaff Name. We'll see how much bravado the HMS Courage carries.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Sara:''' ''You should bring him before the Mazalim Court!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Only room for so many Liars on these seas.'' |
| *'''Arib:''' ''But he thinks only of my reputation, Sara! To safeguard success I must be palatable. Discreet. He fears I am too proud.''
| | |
| *'''Sara:''' ''You? Never.''
| | ===Driftwood=== |
| *'''Arib:''' ''I write that love is feral and free, unbound by stricture or statute. Should I not practice what I publish?''
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Who am I to question the Legitimacy of honest Business. Consider Milo's Resources secured.'' |
| *'''Sara:''' ''Practice makes perfect. It also makes enemies.''
| | *'''British civilian:''' ''The Van der Graaff Company thanks you.'' |
| *'''Arib:''' ''So be it, but let me choose them. Courtiers, Caliphs, patrons, partners, so many men have tried to decide my enemies ... and friends. Though Allah knows I once chose poorly.''
| |
| *'''Sara:''' ''He hid himself well. And a poet needs patrons, even one so great as Al-Tha'lab.''
| |
| *'''Arib:''' ''Well, I have my pick.'' | |
| *'''Sara:''' ''Good. There's troubled times ahead.''
| |
| *'''Arib:''' ''I will be fine. I have survived six Caliphs. I will survive--'' | |
| *'''Sara:''' ''Six more.''
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| *'''Arib:''' ''Don't worry, Sara. I'll kiss the rings I need to kiss but I will not be bound again. Not by anyone.''
| |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Secret meanings, coded names... There is no trace of the Order here. Still, she has her pick of patrons... Maybe the Head of the Order is not Arib herself, but an admirer.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''That should get Van der Graaff the Wood he needs.'' |
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| -->
| | *'''British civilian:''' ''Top quality Work, Captain. I will send Mister Van der Graaff Word of your Service.'' |
| =====Judge and Executioner=====
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| =====The Servant and the Impostor=====
| | ===Weathering The Storm=== |
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| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Just like the English to act like they own the damned World.'' |
| =====One Final Counsel=====
| | *'''Lucy Baldwin:''' ''Always blaming the English.'' |
| []
| | *'''Edward:''' ''You're speaking to a Welshman. It always is the English.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I have seen enough from my three subjects. Time to seek Roshan's counsel, and end this once and for all.'' | |
| []
| |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Basim. Have you investigated your three subjects? If not, then your work is not complete. You appear decided, Basim. What have you learned?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Arib is innocent. The Governor, less so. He made a deal with the Order and removed his cousins' protection from Alamut.''
| |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Tabban (damn it), just as we had feared. We've been bared to our enemies.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Yes. In exchange for Abu 'Abdallah renouncing his claim to the throne. He cedes his crown to suit the Order, led by--'' | |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''His mother, Qabiha, is the head of the snake. Where is she now?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Fled to the palace. If we act now, we can spare Alamut. Give me the feather, Master!'' | |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Qabiha will meet swift justice. And I will be the one to deliver it.'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''What? What are you saying?''
| |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''That a more seasoned hand is needed. The last time you entered a palace, you left it in disarray. To put it lightly.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Have I not proven myself since? Master, I have earned the right--''
| |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Earned what? The right to kill?''
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| []
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| *'''Basim:''' ''No, no, that is not--''
| |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''A blow from one of us is a blow for all of us. Or does your ego demand the honor?''
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| []
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| *'''Basim:''' ''It is not ego, Master. It is duty. I took an oath to leave my life behind, to walk the shadows and to serve the light. I mean to.''
| |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Qabiha is more dangerous than her underlings. Strike quickly and end this. Do not hesitate.''
| |
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Blood from a stone. Who is she to keep you from Qabiha, or to tell you when to strike?'' | | *'''Jackdaw pirate:''' ''Them British Ships ahead, Captain!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''My Master and mentor, without whom I would be nothing but a corpse in the streets of Anbar. You spy on me now?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Let's rob these Thieves.'' |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''Always. So you will swallow your questions, strike at her enemies, serve without complaint... and live your life dogged by a jinni in the hovel you once hoped to escape! You know where to find me when your "duty" is done.''
| |
| [] | | [] |
| -->
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Van der Graaff should be pleased.'' |
| =====The Serpent's Nest=====
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| ====Alamut, again==== | | ===The Realities Of War=== |
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| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Pirates parading as Traders? We can't let them sully our Names with feigned decency.'' |
| =====The Last Journey=====
| | *'''British civilian:''' ''Indeed, Captain.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I have to get out of here. I have to tell Nehal what I have learned.'' | | *'''Jackdaw pirate:''' ''There they are, Captain!'' |
| *'''Abu 'Abdallah:''' ''Guards! Guards! To me!''
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Aye, it begins!'' |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''You will not escape justice!'' | |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Alhamdulillah. Again, I have escaped with my life ... and left things broken behind me.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Why the Malice?'' |
| | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''Such Pretense is Cowardice. Scuttle them without Mercy.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''Basim? Are you well? Basim...'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''If you are an honest Trader, you can't complain when you sink like one, eh lads?'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I ... I do not know, you ... you were right, Nehal. My enemy, Qabiha ... she held the answers.''
| |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''What did you learn?''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''That there is more to who I am. A truth Qabiha tried to tell me. A truth my Master sought to silence. That truth lies at Alamut.''
| |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''So we ride for Alamut.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I will go, Nehal. I alone.''
| |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''You need me.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I need you safe.''
| |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''I am safe with you. And you with me.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I may find find nothing there but danger and death. This is my fate. I will not turn back from it but neither will I have you face it.''
| |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''Where you go, there I will go. Where you rest, there I will rest. I will walk behind you every step of the way. You are never alone. Now get packing. We will not leave Alamut until you have found the answers you seek.''
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| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''You'll find no better Guardian for the Neptuno than the Jackdaw.'' |
| ===Ending===
| | *'''British civilian:''' ''Very good, Captain.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''I warned you what would happen.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The Neptuno. Let's hope for fair Winds and calm Waters together.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''(deep breath)''
| |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Last chance.''
| |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''Very well.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I see them. At the ready!'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Yield!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Christ, there is no End to them! Keep it up, Lads!'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Yield.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''They gather like a school of Bigeyed Scads!'' |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''Basim. Leave her. Come.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I never wanted this. But I need to know.''
| |
| *'''Roshan:''' ''I do not want to lose you to what you mayy find in there. You do not have to look to the past, to know who you are. Who you can be. You can choose, Basim! Put your faith in me.''
| |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I tried. And in the end, you thought it best to control me. No different than our enemies.''
| |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''Basim. Over here.''
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| [] | | [] |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''I ... I know what this is.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I don't think the Spanish will try their Luck again.'' |
| [] | | [] |
| *'''Basim:''' ''The key...'' | | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''Death knocked on my Door many times. I believed this Battle would be when I'd finally greet him.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Lock that Door, Smith. We're not ready to welcome him yet.'' |
| | *'''Tobias:''' ''No, not yet.'' |
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| | ===Contraband=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''We can't have Smugglers taking Coin off honourable and upright Businessmen.'' |
| | *'''British civilian:''' ''The Van der Graaff Company appreciates your efforts, Captain.'' |
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''She will follow.'' | | *'''Abel Galvão:''' ''It seems out of character for Spaniards to be deceptive just for personal Gain.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''No. She cannot. You saw it yourself.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Is that a Jest, Padre?'' |
| | *'''Galvão:''' ''A merry Heart doeth good like a Medicine... so it says.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I know this place... Nehal? (gasp)'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''There. Spanish Smugglers, proud as you please.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Ugh!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''One Smuggler down.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''It ... it cannot be.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Why do I know this?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Hah! The heavier the Hold, the faster she sinks.'' |
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| | ===The Final Contract=== |
| | *'''Milo Van Der Graaff:''' ''Ah! Good Captain! Many thanks for your help with those entirely falsified documents. Business at the Company has never been better! However, I do have some unfortunate News to share.'' |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''You sound uncommonly grim, Milo.'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Alas, this is to be our last Adventure together, Good Captain. The Van der Graaff Company will be no more. I've made my Fortune, and now it is for others to toil while I rest. But! It seems that both the British and the Spanish are reluctant to let me leave. So I ask, Good Captain. Will you be my escort as I attempt to make a quiet exit out of this cruel Sea? There's Coin in it, of course.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Lead the way, and the Jackdaw will follow.'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''You never disappoint me, Good Captain! Onward!'' |
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''This is part of your reality, Basim. I am a part of your reality too.<br>I will walk behind you every step of the way.'' | | *'''Tobias Smith:''' ''Everything must end. |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Ever the Optimist. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''You killed them!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Our merchant Friend has earned himself some serious Enemies.'' |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''It was your idea to steal from the palace!''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Hrgh! Enough! Let me out of here!'' | | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Ah! The Boom of Battle! Let the Van der Graaff Legacy be forged finally in this Smoke and Fire!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''How... What ... what are you?''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''Look! See for yourself!''
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| *'''Prisoner:''' ''srræsnos! dű hm làygw r zàrhàsi!.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Incoming!'' |
| *'''Guard:''' ''Seylos!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''That is...'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The Spanish! Protect the Hollander!'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''No!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Christ! This Reward had better be worth it.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Show yourself! You dare to hide from me now? After all you have put me through! Where are you?'' | | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''What a Thrill! Was that the usual Routine? Well, Captain. You've never disappointed me and that still stands True.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''I aim to finish when I start something. I suppose this is it, then? Our Partnership is no more?'' |
| | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Oh, I do hate farewells! What did your Island's Bard say? Parting is such sweet Sorrow! Yes, sad as it may be, it is the End of the Van der Graaff Company...'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The jinni in my dreams. The figure from these visions. They are one and the same... Is this what I have been seeing? The memories of a life long ago? Are they mine? Is that why the jinni feels so real? My tormenter. The source of all that ails me. If this is so, then I must face you.'' | | *'''Van Der Graaff:''' ''Here. Your final Fee for exemplary Service. My Work here is complete, and the Harvest plentiful. What's more, a Friendship won. Farewell, Good Captain.'' |
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Farewell, Milo.'' |
| | |
| | ==Assassin Contracts== |
| | *[[Castaway]] -> Renegade |
| | *[[The Spanish Commander]] -> The Spanish Captain |
| | *[[The Slave Traders]] (Kingston) -> The Arms Deal (Port Royal) |
| | *[[The Dreaded Pirate]]: New Bone/Misteriosa -> Crooked Island |
| | *[[The Poachers]]: Crooked Island/Mariguana Island -> Andreas Island |
| | *[[The Treasure Hunter]]: Andreas Island/Abaco Island -> New Bone |
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| | ===A Slaver's Business=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''There's no Trade more miserable than the traffick of Men. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''No... Why am I seeing this?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''There he is. Looking to load up his sordid Cargo, I'll wager. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''This space... As I move through it, I see nothing but the memories that stir my soul. In these moments of adversity is when I felt the jinni nearest. That unrelenting fear. Paralyzing me in my weakest state. I never understood what it was born of, or why it haunted me so. But I am beginning to remember. I am in a cold cell. Begging for it all to stop. Who I once was may seek retribution. But if I am to move beyond this pain, then what I want is peace. It is time to put an end to this.'' | | *'''The Slaver:''' ''Teeth still firm, good Gums, Shoulders like an Ox. The good Lord suited you well to your Work. As He suited me to mine. That's why I'm stood here, giving the commands. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The cell. My cell. I am nearly there. No going back...'' | | *'''British civilian:''' ''So much Coin to spend, and yet so little Cargo! |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Agh!'' | | *'''The Slaver:''' ''Late again. Is a bit of Punctuality too much to ask? |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The jinni ... I can hear it.'' | | *'''The Slaver:''' ''Hold here. Might as well check our Wares while we wait. But be Gentle! We had to dock our Prices the last time, on account of damaged goods. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''(tense breathing)'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''One less Slaver. |
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| | ===The Poachers=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''These Poachers are easy Prey.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''(steadying breath)'' | | *'''Poacher Leader:''' ''How many times do I have to say it? Flick, stroke, and under. Can't you Imbeciles do anything? My old Ma can Skin faster than you lot!'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I know you know. I see you for what you are. A crippling memory from a past life. (Steadying breath) And that is where you will remain.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Smite the Shepherd and the Sheep will scatter.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''(deep calm breaths) It is over.'' | | *'''Pirate 1:''' ''Quickly! We need to be fast or he'll skin us instead! Stroke, under, flick... wait, or was it flick, under, stroke?'' |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''... No, Basim. It is only the beginning. For us. For what lies ahead. A deeper understanding of the world we left behind. And our place in it.''
| | *'''Pirate 2:''' ''I can't remember! I should have stayed a Farmhand!'' |
| Basim turned to face Nehal and walked towards her.
| | *'''Pirate 1:''' ''Ah, ah! Good God, I cut myself!'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''All my life I wrestled with who I was. Who I was meant to be. And there you were. All this time. The side of me I resisted. A reflection of who we ... once were.'' | |
| *'''Nehal:''' ''Of who we shall be once more. There is so much that awaits us. A new world. Let me show you...'' | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I will never see you again, will I?''
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| Nehal shakes her head.
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Will I be ... alone?''
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| *'''Nehal:''' ''You are never alone.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''(gasp)<br>(catching breath)<br>H-how? How long has it been?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The natural Order restored. |
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| *'''Roshan:''' ''It is done. You made your choice. Now I make mine.'' | | ===A Last Drink For The Road=== |
| [] | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''The Templars have their Fingers in everything. |
| *'''Rayhan:''' ''Wada'an (farewell), Roshan bint-La'Ahad. It was an honor.'' | | |
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| *'''Rayhan:''' ''Come, Basim. We have much to discuss.'' | | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''That we do, "Mentor".'' | | |
| | *'''Acga Spanish Civilian Male 4:''' ''[SP][La tercera vez este mes.](Third time this month.) |
| | *'''Acga Spanish Civilian Male 5:''' ''[SP][Yo creo que debería pagar la multa. Lo dejarán en paz.](If you ask me, he should pay the fine. Keep the peace.) |
| | *'''Acga Spanish Civilian Male 4:''' ''[SP][He visto lo que hacen si no pagas.](I've seen what they do if you don't pay.) |
| | *'''Acga Spanish Civilian Male 5:''' ''[SP][Pero claro, si el viejo Tom sigue pagando, ¿qué les impide ir a por todos nosotros?](Then again, if old Tom keeps paying, what's to stop them coming after all of us?) |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''This memory I buried of this place, this prison, the torture I suffered here... It festered for years, in darkness and dreams... masked as a jinni, to haunt me and hollow me until it consumed my waking life. But I have faced my past. My pain. Embraced it. I shed my skin once, in another time, another place. But I am whole again. I remember. And as for those who thought to bind me... should any of the still walk the earth, I so look forward to our reunion. But until that day... a new world awaits.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''Trouble's brewing. |
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| ===Side Quests===
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| ====Al-Jahiz's Lost Books ====
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| *'''Basim:''' ''That is a lot of books.'' | | *'''Captain Arispe:''' ''[SP][Solo pido una parte razonable. El sesenta por ciento bastará.](All I ask is a reasonable royalty. Sixty percent should suffice.) |
| *'''Al-Jahiz:''' ''Do not think I am a librarian. I am a writer! Many of these are my own works. Though I do collect, it is true. This city hides ... other rare and ancient tomes. If you should find one, bring it here. I'll make it worth your time.'' | | *'''Acga Spanish Civilian Male 2:''' ''[SP][¡Eso es demasiado! Debo mantener mi negocio para que mis hijos puedan comer.](It's too high! I must maintain my business if my children are to eat.) |
| | *'''Captain Arispe:''' ''[SP][SP][Si quieres mantener tu negocio y a tus hijos, pagarás. Ahora.](If you mean to keep your children and your business you'll pay. Now.) |
| | *'''Citizen Spanish 02 Male:''' ''[SP][Muy bien, tendrás tu dinero. Acompáñame.](Alright, you'll get your Coin. Come with me.) |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 04 Male:''' ''[SP][Por fin entras en razón.] (Finally, you see Reason.) |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Not as yet.'' | | *'''Soldier Spanish 04 Male:''' ''[SP][¿A dónde nos llevas?](Where are you taking us?) |
| *'''Al-Jahiz:''' ''Perhaps next time we will both find more than idle words and disturbance!'' | | *'''Citizen Spanish 02 Male:''' ''[SP][Tengo mis fondos escondidos. No están lejos.](My Funds are hidden away. We're not far.) |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 04 Male:''' ''[SP][Bien pensado. Es fácil errar al confiarse.](A smart Choice, Trust can be easily misplaced.) |
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| *'''Al-Jahiz:''' ''Do you have something for me?'' | | *'''Citizen Spanish 02 Male:''' ''[SP][¡Los tenemos! ¡Matad a esos bastardos!](We have them! Kill the Bastards!) |
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| *'''Al-Jahiz:''' ''Wonderful! No need to tell anyone about all this. We wouldn't want any unfortunate accusations of plagiarism ... again.'' | | *'''Soldier Spanish 04 Male:''' ''[SP][Dejad los cuerpos. Tenemos que regresar ya al muelle. Debemos estar allí cuando llegue el barco.](Leave the Bodies. It's Time we returned to the Dock. We need to be there when the Ship arrives.) |
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| *'''Al-Jahiz:''' ''Do you have something for me?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The Rum trade can flow freely again. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I found this stange book. Does it interest you?''
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| *'''Al-Jahiz:''' ''Oh, do you know what that is? It has many names. I knot it as Kitab Al-Azif, the Book of the Dead. It is death to all who read it! ...if you believe the stories. I myself do not. But it will remain on my shelves where it can do no harm ... just in case.''
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| ====Dervis' Artifacts====
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| ====The Calling====
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| ===Tales of Baghdad=== | | ===Tomb Raiders=== |
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| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Even the Dead can't find Peace.'' |
| ====Holy Mission====
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| *'''Monk:''' ''Holy father, grant me guidance!'' | |
| Basim approached the man.
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What grief moves you to invoke your god so openly?''
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| *'''Monk:''' ''Ah! Perhaps my prayers have been answered. Could you help a humble monk pay his respects?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''You are well armed for a monk.''
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| *'''Monk:''' ''I was a violent man in a former life, who now seeks to atone in service to God. Though I will admit, some of my old skills have served me well in performing His work.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I can respect a warrior who has found a higher calling. What is your need?''
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| *'''Monk:''' ''I seek a holy man buried in one of the older overgrown graves, but I cannot read the epitaphs written in your tongue.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''A simple enough task. I will see what I can find.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''"Benedict the Dark. A man of great appetites." I do not believe the Christians sanctify gluttony.'' | | *'''Soldier Spanish 01 Male:''' ''[SP][Finge estar atareado, el capitán está haciendo la ronda.](Look busy, the Captain's making his Rounds.) |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 02 Male:''' ''[SP][Estoy harto de dar paladas. ¿Qué pasa con lo de servir al rey?](I'm tired of shoveling Dirt. What happened to serving the King?) |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''"Jon of Shiraz. He gambled more than he gained, but always shared his winnings." A generous man, but not one worthy of worship.'' | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Got him. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''"Theodore the Bold, who held nothing sacred but remained consistent in his actions." Admirable to some perhaps, but he does not have the sound of a saint.'' | | *'''Grave Robber:''' ''[SP][Avisadme si veis algo. Lo que sea.](Send word if you see anything. Anything at all.) |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''"Leo the Enlightened. His wisdom was only exceeded by his piousness." Ah, here is one deserving of some reverence.'' | | *'''Grave Robber:''' ''[SP][¡Informad! ¿Hay algo?](Report! Anyone?) |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Monk! I believe I have found your saint!''
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| *'''Monk:''' ''God be praised! I must retrieve the bones before we are discovered.'' | | *'''Grave Robber:''' ''[SP][¿Quién tiene el mapa? Quiero verlo personalmente.](Who has the Map? I must see it for myself.) |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I thouhgt you were here to pay respects, not rob a grave.''
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| *'''Monk:''' ''There is no theft. His bones belong to the Church and will do more good among the faithful than rotting in the ground.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''If your church has no objection, then who am I to judge?''
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| *'''Monk:''' ''There is only One whose judgement matters, and I trust He will be forgiving.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''Hey! Stop what you are doing!'' | | *'''Grave Robber:''' ''[SP][¡Registrad cada centímetro de este lugar! No dejéis piedra sin alzar ni arbusto sin remover. El tesoro podría estar en cualquier parte.](Search every centimeter of this place! Leave no stone unturned, and no bush unmolested. The treasure could be anywhere.) |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Unfortunately, the Caliph's men are not so tolerant of unlicensed gravedigging.''
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| *'''Soldier:''' ''Explain yourselves, you filthy shits, or die!''
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| *'''Monk:''' ''They are guilty of worse crimes. God forgive me, but there are times when violence is the only answer.''
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| The monk readied his weapon, as did the guards and Basim. | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''On that, we are agreed.''
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| *'''Monk:''' ''You know not what you do!'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''The Dead can Rest. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''There was no other way to resolve this. These kinds of men understand only violence and cruelty.''
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| *'''Monk:''' ''You have performed God's Will, my friend. He will surely bless you with good fortune.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I answer to another calling ... but I will not turn down a bit of extra luck.''
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| ====Leap of the Faithful==== | | ===The Unworthy Brother=== |
| *'''Child 1:''' ''You will break your neck!.''
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''These Pirates are going too far. |
| *'''Child 2:''' ''You are going to get caught!'' | |
| *'''Young Eagle:''' ''Stop shouting at me!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Who is the brave little squirrel up there?'' | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''The Captain's hounding the Villagers. |
| *'''Child 1:''' ''He is not a squirrel, his name is "Young Eagle"! We should not have dared him to go up there, but he was being so boastful! Now we're all going to get in trouble!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I will get him down.''
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| *'''Young Eagle:''' ''Give me a moment!'' | | *'''Pirate Captain:''' ''Where is my Brother's Treasure? |
| | *'''Pirate British 02 Male:''' ''The Villagers are holding fast. They claim to know Nothing. |
| | *'''Pirate Captain:''' ''You're getting soft. I'll beat the Truth out of them. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''That child looks like he has gotten himself into a tricky situation.'' | | *'''Pirate Captain:''' ''Enough. Tell me where my Brother's kept the Treasure, or I'll burn your little Village to the Ground. |
| | *'''Citizen Spanish 01 Male:''' ''[SP][¡Por favor, señor! ¡No sabemos nada!](Please, sir! We don't know anything.) |
| | [?] |
| | *'''Citizen Spanish 01 Female:''' ''[SP][¡Este pirata loco nos matará a todos!](This crazy Pirate will kill us all!) |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The boy is quite a climber.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I hope the Villagers do have his Treasure.'' |
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| | ===The Outlaw's Cave=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''What draws Templars to a Place like this?'' |
| | [Assume depending on which is onboard, use tabber] |
| | *'''Adewale:''' ''Our Mark's in a cave around here.'' |
| | *'''Anne Bonny:''' ''Captain, the Cave is close.'' |
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| *'''Young Eagle:''' ''If you come close, I will jump!'' | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''There he is.'' |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''My name is Basim, and I climbed up here without thinking it through. Do you think you could help me get down?'' | | *'''Templar Aristocrat:''' ''Two Weeks on this forsaken Isle, and we still haven't found it. I want hot Food and a proper Bed! The boss will have our heads. I'll be in for a Flogging.'' |
| They looked at each other before Basim continued.
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| *'''Basim:''' ''When I was your age, I did all kinds of foolish things to impress my friends.''
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| *'''Young Eagle:''' ''I did not do it for them, I did it for the Hidden Ones.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Ah. The Hidden Ones.''
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| *'''Young Eagle:''' ''Not everyone believes in them, but I do. They're the true protectors of the people. They were the ones who avenged my mother. Not the Caliph or his men. The Hidden Ones did that.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I see. And you thought this would get their attention? Climbing up here?''
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| *'''Young Eagle:''' ''I heard they can dive from great heights and not get hurt. But I cannot do something unless I see someone else do it first.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Do you think you can do it if I showed you?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''You see? I am unharmed! Now, you go!'' | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''I saved you a Flogging.'' |
| *'''Young Eagle:''' ''I cannot!'' | | |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Yes, you can! Do not overthink it! You simply need to have faith!''
| | ===The Dreaded Pirate=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Not a Man I'd share a Berth with. |
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| *'''Young Eagle:''' ''I am ... fine! Gimme a second...'' | | *'''Dreaded Pirate:''' ''Enough, tell me where they are. For each Minute you waste, I will take a Finger. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Are you hurt?''
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| *'''Young Eagle:''' ''No ... nothing broken.'' | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''He's made the Ship his own already. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''You are a fast learner!''
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| *'''Young Eagle:''' ''I told you. I can do anything if only someone shows me first.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''That is a valuable talent. Be sure to have a good teacher next time you try something risky like that.''
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| *'''Young Eagle:''' ''You could teach me.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I am no teacher. I still have much to learn.''
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| *'''Young Eagle:''' ''No, you are a good teacher. You teach by example. A-are you.../''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Seek me out when your voice begins to break. Then we will talk.''
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| *'''Child 1:''' ''Wah, that was amazing! Come on, Hytham! Before the mu'azzin catches us!'' | | *'''Dreaded Pirate:''' ''How goes the search? |
| *'''Young Eagle:''' ''I am coming!'' | | *'''Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''No Sign of the Maps yet, Captain. |
| | *'''Dreaded Pirate:''' ''Must I do everything myself? |
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| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''I'd wager I've done the World a Favor. |
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| ====A Life's Work==== | | ===The Deserter=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''A Deserter? He's cut from the same Cloth as Du Casse. |
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| *'''Al-Mahani:''' ''Oh please, not yet, not yet! The pain is unbearable!'' | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''I've got you. |
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| *'''Al-Mahani:''' ''My heart, ya sadeeqi, it fails me.'' | | *'''The Deserter:''' ''[SP][Nunca me encontrarán. No, nunca. Soy invisible, salvo a ojos de Dios.](They'll never find me. They never will, for I'm Invisible to all but God's eyes.) |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Let me find you some help. Perhaps there is a doctor I can take you to?''
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| *'''Al-Mahani:''' ''Too late ... yet there are still many things I must do. My life's work, a treatise upon the heavenly stars... I must get it to the House of Wisdom before my rivals claim it and steal my glory!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''If you wish, I can deliver the treatise for you?''
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| *'''Al-Mahani:''' ''And then ... there is my beloved son. Today, he and I argued. Most bitterly... Without his forgiveness, I cannot...''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I will fetch him so that you can make your peace.''
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| *'''Al-Mahani:''' ''No, the treatise first! Help me retrieve it. Please!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I shall do so. My father was an architect. He too had his glory stolen by a rival.''
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| *'''Al-Mahani:''' ''Ah! My heart!'' | | *'''The Deserter:''' ''[SP][Son una banda de monos que solo sabe rascarse el culo. ¡Que el diablo se los lleve! ¡Nunca me rendiré!](Devil take them they're a band of monkeys scratching their arses. I'll never submit!) |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Sit. I will find the treatise.'' | | *'''The Deserter:''' ''[SP][Me quedaré aquí, justo aquí. ¡Por mucho que busquen no me encontrarán, ja, ja!](I'll stay here, and nowhere else. And they'll look but they won't find me. Ha! No!) |
| *'''Al-Mahani:''' ''It has ... three pages, each separate from the others... Please find them for me.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The wind is picking up.'' | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Let that which haunted you be quieted now. |
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| | ===The Twin Dilemma=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''More Templars and their crooked Deals. |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Its profundity weights heavily on my hands.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''There you are.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''I've found the Brothers. |
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| {{IUNote|Title=Unsent Letter from Father to Son|Text=My dearest son,<br><br>Some things are best written rather than said. Perhaps if I had taken this approach earlier today, we could have avoided our argument.<br><br>I want to make something clear to you. My studies are indeed my life's work. But they are not my life's joy... No, it is you who are my true joy. Please believe me.<br><br>After the passing of my beloved wife and your most cherished mother... Well, life has not been easy for either of us. Each has sought his own escape from the grief. Two lost and isolated souls.<br><br>Yet as your father, it was my duty to be there for you... I was not in the past, but I am now. Let mine be the shoulder that you rest your head upon, and upon which you find solace.<br><br>Whenever you are ready, come to me and together we shall heal ourselves.<br><br>Your ever-loving father}}
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| *'''Basim:''' ''These numbers are beyond my understanding. That is all of them. I must return to the astronomer.''
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| *'''Al-Mahani's son:''' ''No, no ... this is not how it was meant to end. My father ... he has passed from this life.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Ahsan Allahu 'aza'akum. (May God console you.)''
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| *'''Al-Mahani's son:''' ''The spirit left him before I arrived, though his body remains warm to my touch. We argued earlier. It was my fault. I came to make amends. But I was too late... And you? Who are you?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''A momentary friend. I retrieved your father's treatise and now I offer it to you. He said it was his life's work.''
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| *'''Al-Mahani's son:''' ''His ... his life's work?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Those were his words, yes.''
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| *'''Al-Mahani's son:''' ''I see... And me? What did he say of me?''
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| |-|The treatise mattered most.=
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| *'''Basim:''' ''He love you. Truly he did ... but it was the treatise that mattered most to him.''
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| Al-Mahani's son turned to his father's corpse.
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| *'''Al-Mahani's son:''' ''La'anaka Allah! (May God curse you!) Your work will never see the light of day! It dies here. As does the love I felt for you!''
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| He threw the pages away.
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| |-|You mattered most.=
| | *'''Edward:''' ''There'll be no Deals today. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''He begged me to seek you out ... but I ignored him, and chose to secure the treatise for the sake of posterity.'' | | |
| *'''Al-Mahani's son:''' ''Posterity? La'anaka Allah! (May God curse you!)''
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| He pushed Basim.
| | *'''Thomson Brother Captain:''' ''It's taking too long. |
| *'''Al-Mahani's son:''' ''I am his child! And you denied me my final moments with him! Just go. The sight of you makes me sick... Let me grieve my father in peace.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''A wise Choice, Captain. |
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| | *'''Acga Pirate 4:''' ''Bastard! |
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| ====Blade In The Crowd, Tool In The Shed==== | | *'''Merchant Spanish 01 Male:''' ''The Logbooks are in order. |
| | *'''Thomson Brother Brute:''' ''Quiet. Or you end up like him. |
| | *'''Thomson Brother Brute:''' ''We're almost through. |
| | *'''Thomson Brother Captain:''' ''I'll keep watch. |
| | *'''Thomson Brother Captain:''' ''Brother, no! |
| | *'''Thomson Brother Captain:''' ''Spare me, Please! Please, I have wealth! Influence! |
| | *'''Thomson Brother Captain:''' ''The Templars mean nothing to me! It was a job, nothing more! |
| | *'''Thomson Brother Captain:''' ''I don't want to die! |
| | *'''Thomson Brother Captain:''' ''Help! Help! |
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| | ===The Smuggler's Squat=== |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''This Smuggler must be stopped. |
| | [One or the other] |
| | *'''Adewale:''' ''Captain, we're near the Target. |
| | *'''Anne Bonny:''' ''We're close now, Captain. |
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| *'''Naaji:''' ''Is that you, Basim?'' | | *'''Smuggler Chief:''' ''Those Sheep bleat about all the Supplies they need to survive. Bleat on and on... And on.... |
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| *'''Naaji:''' ''It is all right, I know you.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''That must be the Smuggler Chief.'' |
| *'''Basim:''' ''I cannot place your face, but you bear our mark.''
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| *'''Naaji:''' ''I am Naaji, one of Mentor Rayhan's informers. I asked for a more difficult assignment but maybe I should not have.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Tell me the problem.''
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| *'''Naaji:''' ''I tracked a pair of corrupt guards to the place where they take their bribes, but I do not think I can handle both.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Well done so far. Between us, we can finish the job. Follow my lead.''
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| *'''Naaji:''' (surprised grunt) | | *'''Smuggler Chief:''' ''You know what they say. I'm like Robin Hood! I take the Poor and hand the Rich! Am I saying it right? |
| *'''Soldier:''' ''Look out! We're being attacked!''
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| More gaurds showed up.
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Oh... This job has just gotten a whole lot harder.''
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| *'''Naaji:''' ''Oh, Basim, you ... you have done it?'' | | *'''Smuggler Chief:''' ''They paid through the Nose for these. We'll be rich Men soon. |
| *'''Basim:''' ''Congratulations! Your first official assignment as a Hidden One is complete!''
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| *'''Naaji:''' ''I could not have done it without your help.''
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| <tabber>
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| |-|That wasn't so bad.=
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| |-|Maybe this isn't your thing.=
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| *'''Basim:''' ''You do not have the steady nerves to follow through on your targets, but you did show intelligence in tracking them. Maybe you could still serve the Hidden Ones. Not with your blade, but with your mind.''
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| *'''Naaji:''' ''You mean by helping to identify and locate targets? That sort of thing?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Exactly! Our actions must be guided by knowledge, and some are simply better at gethering it.''
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| *'''Naaji:''' ''Thank you, Basim. I shall report back to Mentor Rayhan and see what he says.''
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| Basim later found Naaji outside of the Abbasiyah Bureau.
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| *'''Basim:''' ''So, Naaji, it looks like everything worked out in the end.''
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| *'''Naaji:''' ''The Bureau agreed my talents were better suited to preparing the hunt than making the kill.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''You have a keen mind, Naaji, and the more you hone those skills, the sharper they will be.''
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| *'''Naaji:''' ''Thank you for setting me on the right path, Basim. Take this as a token of my appreciation.''
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| </tabber>
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Hold your Tongue. |
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| ====Treasure Hunt==== | | ===No More Taxes=== |
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| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''This Tax Collector's taken his last Bag.'' |
| *'''Tiferet:''' ''Open up, you stupid door!'' | |
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| *'''Tiferet:''' ''What are you gawking at?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''You sound like someone in need of help.''
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| *'''Tiferet:''' ''I will take it when I can.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Then I shall offer it. What is the problem?''
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| *'''Tiferet:''' ''This house belonged to my mother before she passed away. It holds an object of great value. A treasure you might say.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''A treasure?''
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| *'''Tiferet:''' ''Hah! Suddenly he's all years.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Treasure intrigues me, but it does not rule my heart. Nor my ears.''
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| *'''Tiferet:''' ''Anyway, unless I find a way inside, the treasure is lost forever.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''As a child I was quite the treasure hunter. Now is as good a time as any to renew that interest.''
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| *'''Tiferet:''' ''For a fee? So be it. After the job is complete.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Where exactly will I find this treasure?''
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| *'''Tiferet:''' ''My mother, a potter by trade, hid it inside a blue lusterware amphora.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Lusterware? That is a treasure in itself.''
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| *'''Tiferet:''' ''After her death, my grief was great, and I could not bring myself to enter the house and claim my birthright. Now I return only to find the place has sunk... Please, bring me what is mine.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Your birthright shall be restored.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Hopefully the damp has not damaged the treasure.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Here is the amphora... No way to open it other than to break it. Whatever it contains must be of great value.'' | | *'''Citizen Spanish 01 Male:''' ''[SP][Ese recaudador de impuestos es peor que un pirata; les quita el pan a los hombres honrados.](That Tax Collector is no better than a Pirate, taking the Earnings of honest Men.) |
| | *'''Citizen Spanish 02 Male:''' ''[SP][Yo solo sé que, además, es un ladrón. Se va a enterar cuando lo descubran sus superiores.](All know he's a Thief to Boot. He'll pay the Day his Masters discover it.) |
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| *'''Tiferet:''' ''Have you found the amphora yet?'' | | *'''Corrupt Officer:''' ''[SP][¡Baila conmigo! ¡Celebrémoslo!](Dance with me! Celebrate!) [¡Arriba! ¡Arriba! ¡Levántate!](Up! Up! Stand up!) ¡Por el oro y la riqueza, aunque hoy ando bien servido!](Here's to Riches and Wealth, all mine in Abundance today!) ¡Brindo por los impuestos! ¡Brindo por los recaudadores!](Long live Tax day! Long live Tax Collectors!) ¡Por el pueblo de La Habana, que trabaja tanto para que yo pueda vivir así de bien!](Here's to the people of Havana, who work hard so that I may live well!) |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''So much for your mother's fine work.'' | | *'''Citizen Spanish 03 Male:''' ''[SP][He estado pensando... Si el recaudador es fullero, podríamos decirle que acudiremos a sus superiores si no nos paga para estar callados.](I have been thinking... if the Tax Collector is dirty, we could say we'll go to his Masters if he doesn't pay us to stay Quiet about it.) |
| | *'''Citizen Spanish 04 Male:''' ''[SP][Nunca sale nada bueno de tu mollera. Acudir a sus superiores... ¿Quieres que nos maten?](No Good ever comes from your thinking. Go to his Masters... are you trying to get us killed?) |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''And since when was a lump of copper considered a great treasure?'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''That's him, loaded to the Gunwale, I'd wager.'' |
| *'''Tiferet:''' ''Your ignorance betrays you. With this copper I will make a hundred lusterware vases. Now, here is your fee. And a little extra for not running off with my treasure when you had the chance.''
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| | *'''Edward:''' ''Fleecing the Rich is my Game, Mate, not yours.'' |
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| ====Curse Of The Si'la'==== | | ===A Botched Escape=== |
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| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Pirating is one thing, murdering Innocents is another.'' |
| *'''Ma'bad:''' ''Beware the Si'la'! Saty clear of this place!'' | |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''What troubles you?''
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| *'''Ma'bad:''' ''My friends, my neighbors ... all dead! Slain by an evil spirit.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Evil spirit?''
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| *'''Ma'bad:''' ''I saw her! A si'la'. A most deadly creature.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''You saw her? Are you certain?''
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| *'''Ma'bad:''' ''Yes, I ... I am certain.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''With your true eye or your mind's eye? The latter cannot always be trusted.''
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| *'''Ma'bad:''' ''Tabban, no matter the eye! What else could it be? To take so many lives so quickly?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''It would not be the first demon I have met. Nor will it be the last.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Flesh blistered, almost melted in places... A most unnatural death.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The emblem of the Caliph's palace...''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Chinese markings.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The air ... its burning touch gnaws at my skin. Is this the breath of the Si'la'?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''The crystals within this jar... My guess, sal ammoniac. Or something like it. I should not linger. The poisoned vapor from the crystals has grown weak, but could still prove deadly.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Something heavy was dragged along here...''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Men with wagons came from that direction.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Merchants stopped here. Watered their animals at the river.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Something was offloaded. The tracks suggest it was the villagers' doing... Was the wagon's owner even aware?'' | | *'''Spanish Soldier:''' ''[SP][¿Dónde están tus amigos? ¡Entrégame al asesino!](Where is your Cohort? Hand over the Murderer now!) [¡No te lo volveré a preguntar! Responde o perderás la lengua.](I won't ask so nicely again! Speak or lose your Tongue entirely) [¡Tráeme al asesino! ¿Quieres que te lleve a la prisión del gobernador? ¿Eso es lo que quieres?](Bring me the Killer! Or shall I take you to the Governor's prisons? Is that what you want?) |
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I must share my findings with the survivor.'' | | *'''Brutal Murderer:''' ''What are you doing? Get out of the Bushes! |
| | *'''Craven Murderer:''' ''Shh! You'll give me away! I ain't leavin' 'til them Soldiers are gone. |
| | *'''Brutal Murderer:''' ''You're tough when you've got the Advantage, but you're a Coward at Heart! |
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| *'''Ma'bad:''' ''I am glad the Si'la' did not get yuo! Was it a hard fight?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Not at all. Which is usually the case when the opponent does not exist.''
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| *'''Ma'bad:''' ''Of course she exists!''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''There is no demon! Not here! It was the desperation of your friends that led to this tragedy.''
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| *'''Ma'bad:''' ''What? Are you sure?''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''Chinese merchant passed through, pausing to water their animals ... correct?''
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| Ma'bad nodded.
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| *'''Basim:''' ''At this point, your friends decided to steal a chest of jars... ...not knowing they held a harmful vapor. Most likely something the Caliph's alchemists requested for their studies. When your friends opened the jars, the poison killed them within a few heartbeats.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I know that look. Shame. Guilt...''
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| *'''Ma'bad:''' ''The jars! It was my idea to steal them. I ... I thought they might hold something we could sell.''
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| *'''Basim:''' ''I am sorry, truly I am ... but now you must live with the consequences of your actions.''
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| *'''Ma'bad:''' ''What have I done? I have caused the deaths of so many... How can I ever live with this terrible burden?''
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| ===Contracts===
| | *'''Edward:''' ''Eye for an eye. He's better dead. |
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| ==Complete==
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| ===Battle at the Wall===
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| [Memory description:] Yang Duanhe is in Tulu Pass, between the Great Wall and the Frontier. For Chu Huan, for Jade Spring, you must settle the score with him...
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| [protag arrives at Great Wall Junction]
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| *'''Wei Yu's disciple:''' ''Prince Modu said he sent Yingying this way as well, she should be nearby.''
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| [approaches her]
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| *'''Yu Ying:''' ''It seems that heir collusion goes way back...''
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| [she notices protag]
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| *'''Yu Ying:''' ''There you are! I've been searching for Jingjing but she's proven to be rather elusive.''
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| *'''Wei Yu's disciple:''' ''She said she didn't want to get involved with us. Maybe we should leave her be.''
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| *'''Yu Ying:''' ''I'm just worried... either way, Modu sent me a message to get here, and I found something way worse... That man, Duanhe, he's here. And they've smuggled a hill's worth of oil barrels to blow up the wall.''
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| *'''Wei Yu's disciple:''' ''These people know no loyalty. A Qin soldier blowing up the wall, and colluding with the Xiongnu...''
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| *'''Yu Ying:''' ''Whatever it is they've planned isn't good. We have to stop them.''
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| *'''Wei Yu's disciple:''' ''What they did to our village, we can't let that happen again.''
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| [goes to destroy the explosives at Tulu Pass, sees Qin soldiers and Xiongnu fighting there.]
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| *'''Qin soldier:''' ''You will never strike us down! The Qin will defend our territory.''
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| [enters a warehouse and destroys some of the explosives]
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| [helps the Qin]
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| *'''Qin soldier:''' ''Barbarians! Strike them down!''
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| [destroys some more]
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| *'''Wei Yu's disciple:''' ''They've already transported some barrels to the wall. I should destroy those as well.''
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| [climbs up, destroys those, but hears/sees an explosion]
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| *'''Wei Yu's disciple:''' ''Was I too late? Yingying might be in trouble.''
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| [goes to the source, finding Yang Duanhe messing with the explosives]
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| As you approach Yang Duanhe, he recognizes you and promises to kill you as he killed Chu Huan. He throws an explosive your way but before it reaches you, Yu Ying appears from above and kicks it away, endangering herself as it explodes. In the smoke, Yang Duanhe flees and an injured Yu Ying implores you to follow him.
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| [jarring scene transition to an exploded section of the wall, where the protag goess to fight Yang Duanhe]
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| *'''Wei Yu's disciple:''' ''I swear, on the memory of my brother, today will be your last.''
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| *'''Yang Duanhe:''' ''Big talk for someone who lost to me before. Let's see how you fare against my bombs, I've been itching to test them.''
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| *'''Wei Yu's disciple:''' ''Why did you attack our village? Who do you serve?''
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| *'''Yang Duanhe:''' ''Hah, and why would I tell you anything? You are but an ant in the grand scheme of things.''
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| *'''Wei Yu's disciple:''' ''You will regret messing with the Youxia.''
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| *'''Yang Duanhe:''' ''Oh here we go again, with the righteous talk. You people are sickening.<br>Disgusting worm, don't you know when to give up? Stop getting in my way.''
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| *'''Wei Yu's disciple:''' ''Quit running, you coward! I will chase you till the ends of the earth even if I have to.''
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| [he escapes, protag climbs up the wall after him, having to deal with guards along the way]
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| *'''Purple sergeant:''' ''Stay back! Come no further!''
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| *'''Wei Yu's disciple:''' ''Your purple garments only fuel my anger. I remember how you slaughtered the weak.''
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| [keeps going towards Duanhe]
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| *'''Purple sergeant:''' ''Don't you know who you're up against?''
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| *'''Wei Yu's disciple:''' ''This is for what you did to my village!''
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| [keeps going towards Duanhe]
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| *'''Yang Duanhe:''' ''Argh... I can't... anymore...''
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| [i think there was another voice here, but it all mixes together and there's no subs for that]
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| *'''Wei Yu's disciple:''' ''The Fox huh, seems like even Duanhe answers to someone.''
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| You overpower Yang Duanhe and drive your blade through his chest. As Yang Duanhe brethes his last, a figure in a fox mask attempts to assassinate you, but quick reflexes allow you to parry the incoming blade, giving you the chance to engage them in combat.
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| [fight begins against the "Masked Person"]
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| *'''Wei Yu's disciple:''' ''So, you're the one in charge... the one pulling the strings under the Grand General's nose.''
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| *'''Fox:''' ''Hmph. What do you know? You're just a pathetic Youxia. Stay out of my way.''
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| *'''Wei Yu's disciple:''' ''You pit the Qin and Xiongnu against each other, for what end? We are not your pawns!''
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| *'''Fox:''' ''There are only two types of people in this world, the sheep or the slaughterer. What are you?''
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| *'''Wei Yu's disciple:''' ''I'm your slaughterer!''
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| *'''Fox:''' ''A slaughterer takes. A sheep gives. You, who so boldly claim to take, are no better than the rest of us. Do not act righteous when your hand are soaked with the blood of a thousand sheep.''
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| Your next move knocks the Fox's mask off, revealing Nie Jing's face. Yu Ying and Meng Tian arrive and Nie Jing pulls out the stolen treasure from Yangzhou Palace. A magical shield deflects your blades, shattering and dazzling you. When the stars fade from your vision, she's gone.
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| [protag follows Meng Tian and Yu Ying, while Cyf does not stop opening the menus to make my work harder]
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| *'''Wei Yu's disciple:''' ''My search has led me to believe that the Department of Immortality has been manipulating the Xiongnu. I found a written agreement between Toumman Chanyu and Yang Duanhe. ''
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| *'''Meng Tian:''' ''An agreement signed by Duanhe is not enough evidence to persecute the court official in charge. I have looked outwards for far too long... and now the foundations of our empire crumbles. But I won't stay idle, not when my family's position is threatened at court and this country rots from within. I have news that the Department of Immortality has dealings in Shangjun. I seek an eagle. A swift and wary hunter to keep track of a fox that has long evaded my sight.''
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| *'''Wei Yu's disciple:''' ''Then an eagle I shall be, and I will not stop until the fox'' [sic] ''has paid the price of betrayal.''
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| *'''Meng Tian:''' ''Good. Head to North Shangjun Garrison and Fushi Clay Mine. Find out whatever you can.''
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| ==Odyssey==
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| *'''Kassandra:''' ''.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''That's one now. |
| *'''Herodotos:''' ''.'' | | *'''Edward:''' ''He took the Coward's way. |
| *'''Barnabas:''' ''.'' | | *'''Brutal Murderer:''' ''I might risk sneaking past, or I could take the Fight to them. |
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| ===No Rest For the Misthios===
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 02 Male:''' ''[SP][No, no, no. No vas a ningún lado.](Oh no, no. You're not going anywhere.) |
| ===Not All Treasures Should Be Found===
| | *'''Citizen Spanish 02 Male:''' ''[SP][Por favor, señor. Se lo ruego. No quiero problemas. Me iré derecho a casa.](Please, Sir. I beg you. I don't want trouble. I will go straight Home.) |
| ===A Message Delivered===
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 02 Male:''' ''[SP][¿Me tomas por tonto?](Do you think me stupid?) |
| ===Power Corrupts All===
| | *'''Brutal Murderer:''' ''What's happening? Are the Spaniards still playing at being our Prison Guards? |
| ===A New Horizon===
| | *'''Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''Aye, they've got the Slums locked up tight as a Bottle. There's no one getting in or out until they find their Quarry. |
| ===A Kind of Treasure Hunt===
| | *'''Brutal Murderer:''' ''Look at you. A quivering Puppy at the sight of one Guard. |
| | *'''Craven Murderer:''' ''It's not you they're looking for, is it? There's no Way out, now. What am I going to do? |
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| ==Valhalla== | | ==Missing== |
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| | ===The Spanish Captain=== |
| *'''Eivor:''' ''.'' | | *'''Spanish Commander:''' ''[SP][No te muevas al apuntar.](Steady your Aim.) |
| *'''Braun:''' ''.'' | | *'''Spanish Commander:''' ''[SP][Despierta, Rafael. ¡No puedes disparar con los ojos cerrados!](Wake up, Rafael. You can't shoot with both Eyes closed!) |
| *'''Mad Monk:''' ''.'' | | *'''Spanish Commander:''' ''[SP][Prueba otra vez.](Try another.) |
| *'''Sunniva:''' ''.'' | | *'''Spanish Commander:''' ''[SP][Respira y aguanta el aire.](Take a Breath and hold it.) |
| *'''Ake:''' ''.'' | | *'''Spanish Commander:''' ''[SP][También tendrás que mejorar la velocidad de recarga.](You'll have to work on your reload Speed as well) |
| *'''Swinda:''' ''.'' | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''The Templars have no Trouble finding willing Ears. |
| *'''Thyra:''' ''.'' | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''That'll put a Dent in the Templar's Ranks. |
| | | *'''Soldier Spanish 01 Male:''' ''[SP][¿Por qué entrenamos tanto? Esto podría hacerlo hasta dormido.](Why are we training so hard? I could do this in my sleep.) |
| ===Hunting for Honor===
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 02 Male:''' ''[SP][Nos dan ocupaciones para sentir que están haciendo su trabajo.](They give us work so they can feel they are doing their jobs.) |
| ===Homeward===
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 01 Male:''' ''[SP][Sí, gracias. Si no estuvieras aquí para contarme todas estas cosas, nunca sabría cómo disparar mi propio fusil.](Yes, thank you. If you had not been here to tell me these things, I would never know how to shoot my own rifle.) |
| ===An Honorable Death===
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 01 Male:''' ''[SP][Cada barco trae más soldados. Pronto no habrá sitio para nosotros en La Habana.](Every ship brings more soldiers. There will soon be no more room for us in Havana.) |
| ===Riding for Glory===
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 02 Male:''' ''[SP][El gobernador convertirá otro edificio en cuartel. Si tenemos suerte, el siguiente será la taberna.](The Governor will just take another building, and turn it into barracks. If we are lucky, next he will take the tavern.) |
| ===Veiled Threats===
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''That's him, lording it over his men. |
| ===A Measure of Respect===
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| ==Apocalypse==
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| ===Bitter Conduct===
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| *No Assassin has been Poisoned by a Viper (Elite Guard). | |
| ;''Apocalypse'' Intro
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| Venice - 1524 - Headquarters of the Brotherhood
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| It has been years since your team of Assassins last met in the hallways of the headquarters of the Brotherhood. They all have had their share of heroic actions and tense fights with the Templars.
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| Now they are assembled again for a special briefing.
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| Months ago, The Brotherhood received worrying reports about a group of former Assassins gone rogue, deep into the jungles of the ancient kingdom of Cambodia. Very worrying rumors are circulating: a powerful artifact is in their possession and the Templars are actively looking for it. They seem to instill terror into the local populations. Not to mention the fact that this group is giving the Brotherhood a very bad reputation...
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| The rumor has it that they are led by a giant viper who goes by the name of Colubra...
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| A group of less experienced Assassins was sent to investigate but they have gone silent and the Brotherhood is not optimistic about their fate. This is why they has tasked you, the four most loyal and experienced Assassins currently in Italy, with the delicate mission to find the team that was sent before you, recover any artifacts they may possess, seek the rogue Assassins and deal with their leader in the most discreet fashion.
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| You will not be alone in this: Shao Jun, a brilliant Assassin was on her way back to China but accepted to help you work your way in the jungle of the Khmer Empire.
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| Good luck and remember: Nothing is true, everything is permitted!
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| ;Memory Intro
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| Your first contact with the region was as rough as you had anticipated. Harrowing weeks on a merchant ship, total estrangement in a land where almost nothing reminds you of Italy, the heat and humidity... Fortunately, some of you are well traveled. After weeks of sailing on the Mother of all Rivers, the Tônlé Mékôngk, as it is called by the people you met, you are starting to appreciate the wonders of the Khmer Empire. Traces of its glorious past are popping up at surprising turns of the river, with the majestic temples, grandiose vegetation and incredible life forms.
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| In a small settlement in the heart of the jungle, you are set to meet Shao Jun, the Assassin who will accompany you on your journey. As you come close to the meeting point, you see that villagers have gathered around a sick bed. Shao Jun lies there, livid.
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| You understand that she has been poisoned and that she needs an antidote as soon as possible in order to survive. The villagers point out to the area where the village keeps a small stash of locally made antidotes.
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| It seems you will have a first taste of what lies ahead as you spot a group of strangely clad soldiers guarding the antidote stash.
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| ;Objectives
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| Collect an antidote.
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| ;Debrief
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| You give the antidote to Shao Jun, hoping for the best. After a few hours of anxiety-ridden sleep, she seems to have recovered and thanks you profusely.
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| She reveals that she was poisoned by a very intriguing figure she believes might have something to do with that Colubra you’re looking for. You need to find what happened to the previous Assassin team...
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| ===Chasing the Rabbit===
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| ;Full sync conditions
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| *Perform Shao Jun's deadly dance on a square containing 4 Guards. | |
| ;Intro
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| As you were investigating in a village, a young boy told you he has heard of people looking like you and that there were belongings in a clearing nearby. He would never dare to touch them, as the spirits of the dead are known to haunt that place.
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| The boy guides you to a promontory that may help you locate the clearing. As you approach it, you notice that an eerily bone-chilling fog has descended on the region...
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| ;Objectives
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| Synchronize from the top of the Naga to locate signs of the Assassins of the first expedition and then recover them.
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| ;Debrief
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| The fog finally dissipated and you reached the clearing. No ghosts here but you can tell the Assassin team definitely passed through here, as one of them left their belongings, including a small diary.
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| As you read the account of the search for the Assassin named Colubra, you can’t help but feel uneasy. There seems to be some malevolent force at work in this region.
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| You realize Colubra is a Portuguese word for Serpent. That means you are on the right track.
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| One of the most intriguing pages of the diary shows a drawing of a stunning female warrior, along with the symbols [SYMBOLS]
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| ===Seek and Do Not Destroy===
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| ;Full sync conditions
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| *No Assassin became exposed because of Mae Wa.
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| ;Intro
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| You reach a village and ask around about the symbols [SYMBOL] but no one seems to be willing to talk about them. Some even refuse to look at them in the diary.
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| After several hours asking around, one of the village elders, a woman who looks so old she seems almost eternal, points to the jungle ahead.
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| “Climb the Naga and look for a soldier called Mae Wa who will lead you to what you are looking for.”
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| Do not hurt her or the serpent will kill us all!
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| ;Objectives
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| Locate Mae Wa by Synchronizing from the top of the Naga, then follow her stealthily, avoiding detection.
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| ;Debrief
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| As you see the fierce female warrior leave, you feel that you need to follow her further as she clearly has something to do with those rebel Assassins.
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| The team that was there before you seems to have vanished into thin air. As you ask around about them, you only get silent looks of disapproval in response. Most of those you ask do not even bother replying at all.
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| It looks like those Assassins have not left any good memories around...
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| If no Assassin left the Map through the Secret passage,
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| You lost track of Mae Wa... After several hours of searching, you finally locate her! Tick 1 box on the Threat Gauge.
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| The team that was there before you seems to have vanished into thin air. As you ask around about them, you only get silent looks of disapproval in response. Most of those you ask do not even bother replying at all.
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| It looks like those Assassins have not left any good memories around...
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| ===Bombs Away=== | | ===A Shipment of Powder=== |
| ;Full sync conditions
| | *'''Antonio Rueda:''' ''[SP][Los templarios estarán contentos con esto. Buen trabajo.](The Templars will be happy with this Take. Good work here.) |
| *Secret. | | *'''Acga Spanish Civilian Male 2:''' ''[SP][Siempre es un placer trabajar con el gobernador. Entre usted y yo, prefiero a un templario en el trono que al rey actual.](Always a Pleasure working with the Governor. Between you and me, I'd rather have a Templar on the Throne than the present King.) |
| ;Intro
| | *'''Antonio Rueda:''' ''[SP][Yo no diría eso en público, caballero. Nunca se sabe quién puede estar escuchando.](I'd not say that so loudly in Public, Sir. Never know who's listening.) |
| You managed to find tracks of Mae Wa that lead to a small building next to a temple in ruins.
| | *'''Acga Spanish Civilian Male 2:''' ''[SP][Lo siento, señor.](Apologies, Sir.) |
| | *'''Antonio Rueda:''' ''[SP][De todas formas, seguro que les gusta escucharlo.](Still, they'll be pleased to hear it.) |
| | *'''Antonio Rueda:''' ''[SP][¿Algún problema con los Asesinos últimamente? ¿Algún asunto turbio?](Any trouble from the Assassins lately? Any funny Business?) |
| | *'''Acga Spanish Civilian Male 2:''' ''[SP][Sí. Sabotearon un envío de pólvora. Las pérdidas fueron terribles.](Yes. They meddled with a previous Shipment of Powder. A frightful Loss of Gold, that one.) |
| | *'''Antonio Rueda:''' ''[SP][Mmm. Pediré a los templarios que te compensen.](Hmm. I'll ask the Templars about seeing you compensated.) |
| | *'''Acga Spanish Civilian Male 2:''' ''[SP][Gracias, señor. Eso sería de gran ayuda.](Thank you, Sir. That would be a great Help.) |
| | *'''Antonio Rueda:''' ''[SP][Lleva estos barriles al almacén del gobernador. ¡Hazlo tan rápido como puedas! ¡Vamos, vamos!](Take these Kegs to the Governor's Storehouse. Quick as you please! Hup hup!) |
| | *'''Antonio Rueda:''' ''[SP][Rápido. Antes de que se ponga el sol, ¿entendido?](Hurry up now. Before the Sun sets, all right?) |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Trading Gunpowder with the Templars. That won't do. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''That's less Powder for the Templar Guns. |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 04 Male:''' ''[SP][¿Por qué tengo que cargar tanto peso con este calor? ¿Es que ahora soy un burro?](Why must I haul heavy Burdens around in this Heat. Am I a Donkey, now?) |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''That's him. |
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| Nearby, a group of soldiers have a lively conversation but you cannot make out the words. Suddenly, they all freeze and seem to enter some kind of trance.
| | ===Beach Bonfire=== |
| | *'''Privateer Fence:''' ''[SP][Debería ir a Ciudad de México. Aquí no se puede estar tranquilo. Hay demasiados Asesinos.](I should make for Mexico City. There's no Respite to be had here. Too many Assassins about.) |
| | *'''Privateer Fence:''' ''[SP][Ah, el último fue un gran trabajo. Esos cachorros franceses perdieron todo lo que tenían y luego tuvieron que volver a Francia a nado.](Ah, wasn't that a fine Job, that last One. Bled those French Whelps of everything they owned, then sent them swimming home.) |
| | *'''Privateer Fence:''' ''[SP][Por Dios, soy demasiado bueno para esto. Malgastan mi talento. Debería ser el gobernador. Si el rey Felipe supiera de mi existencia... Solo con que se enterara...](I'm too good for this job, by God. Too talented. I should be Governor of this place. If only King Philip could hear my Name... just once and he'd know.) |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 1:''' ''[SP][¡Golpéalo!](Pummel him!) |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 1:''' ''[SP][¡En las tripas!](Right in the Guts!) |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 3:''' ''[SP][¡Rómpele la mandíbula, Esteban!](Break his Jaw, Esteban!) |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 3:''' ''[Drunk laughing] |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 6:''' ''[SP][¡Un buen golpe!](A solid hit!) |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 6:''' ''[SP][¡Más fuerte!](Harder!) |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 5:''' ''[SP][¡El te atrapo!](He's got you!) |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 5:''' ''[SP][Tenga Cuidado](Be Careful!) |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''No Privateer worth his Salt would serve the Templars. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Not a worthy Champion. |
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| One of the female soldiers is trying to open a locked grate. The hissing sounds now seem to be surrounding you and you begin to feel uneasy as if it was drawing you to that grate.
| | ===Unlicensed Dealer=== |
| | *'''Templar Associate:''' ''[SP][¡Hoy esperamos a holandeses, así que seguro que llegan tarde!](It's Dutchmen we're expecting today, so don't imagine they'll be on time!) |
| | *'''Templar Associate:''' ''[SP][Ah, si Torres estuviera aquí para hacerse cargo de esto...](Ah, if only Torres could have been here to conduct this himself.) |
| | *'''Templar Associate:''' ''[SP][¡Moved los pies más rápido que los labios, asnos holgazanes!](Move your Feet faster than your Lips, you lazy Donkeys!) |
| | *'''Templar Associate:''' ''[SP][Vuelve a contar las cajas. Asegúrate de que no falte ninguna.](Count the Crates again. Make certain all are accounted for.) |
| | *'''Templar Associate:''' ''[SP][Ordena esto, ¿quieres?](Make the place Tidy, will you?) |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''I'll cripple the Templars, and line my own Pockets. |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 01 Male:''' ''[SP][¿Esta es nuestra importante labor? ¿Quedarnos quietos aguantando cagadas de pájaro?](This is our important Task? We wait around while the Birds shit on us.) |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 02 Male:''' ''[SP][Ah, no es para tanto. Prefiero la mierda de pájaro a los disparos de cañón.](Ah, it's not so bad. I like Bird Shit better than Cannon Fire.) |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''There he is. |
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| You cannot see what is behind the grid from where you are. You need to get closer and investigate.
| | ===The Slave Master=== |
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| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Ile a Vache is a small spit of Sand. Tracking this Slaver down should be easy. |
| Investigate the camp. [!] After reaching the Objective, take the large card A#27 and follow the steps on the [Keys] side
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''There's just a patch of Dirt between us now, Slaver. |
| ;Debrief
| | *'''Slave Master:''' ''Where else have you to run, Slave? I have set out after you, from one end of the Ocean to the other, and here cornered you. |
| That was the largest and most frightening animal you have ever met. Was that monstrosity even an animal?
| | *'''Slave Master:''' ''I do not permit my Possessions to quit my Employ so easily. If I could cut off your feet without hindering your ability to work, I would do so. |
| | *'''Slave Master:''' ''Therefore, I will remove your ears and nose so that all may understand the true measure of my seriousness. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''The Slave is free now to chance the open Sea, or wherever else he may find Mercy. |
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| In the lair of the snake you found a broken blade, which seems to be a peculiar design of a Hidden blade from the Brotherhood.
| | ===The Expedition=== |
| | *'''Privateer Leader:''' ''I've a Letter of Marque here, only one of a different Sort, Lads. No Country or King bids us fight today... it's a secret Order of well-to-do Aristocrats who'd pay better than any Monarch or Governor. |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 1:''' ''Who do you mean, Captain? |
| | *'''Privateer Leader:''' ''I'd wager he were a Templar, but I can't rightly say, for I only met with him once. Be that as it may, his Orders are clear and strict, and his Pay is frightful good. |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 6:''' ''What's he asking? |
| | *'''Privateer Leader:''' ''He wants that we should sail to a small Village near Yucatan, where we'll find all Manner of Heathens hopping around in Hoods and Robes. Says he'll give us a Fortune to do any kind of Damage we can. |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 1:''' ''That suits me! The Natives of these Islands never put up no Fight we can't manage. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''A Privateer Captain means to attack the Assassins at Tulum? We can't have that. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Found them. |
| | *'''Pirate British 01 Male:''' ''Hurry it up! This here hole must be wide and deep enough to hide the Chest before we set sail. |
| | *'''Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''It's not easy work. What's inside the Chest, anyway? |
| | *'''Pirate British 01 Male:''' ''All the Takings I've collected. One last job for the Captain and I'm done. This is what I'll use to start over. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''That's twice now I've saved your Assassins, Ah Tabai. |
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| It is clear those soldiers have a strange serpent cult and they are definitely connected to the rebel Assassins. | | ===The Weapons Smugglers=== |
| | *'''Weapons Smuggler:''' ''Take care with this Delivery. It's worth more than you'd see it ten lifetimes. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''With Du Casse gone, someone else is hauling Guns for the Templars. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''A bit rowdy for a Smuggler. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''The Templars will find no Purchase here. |
| | *'''Weapons Smuggler:''' ''We're exposed here. Make haste, will you? |
| | *'''Weapons Smuggler:''' ''Focus on the Task at hand! |
| | *'''Weapons Smuggler:''' ''An extra Rum Ration for the last man to raise my Ire. |
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| During your investigation, you overheard the soldiers talking about going back to their boats. That is a lead you should follow.
| | ===The British Captain=== |
| | *'''British Captain:''' ''You are a Charlatan and a Scoundrel, and all of Kingston shall know it 'ere this day is out! |
| | *'''British Captain:''' ''That's right, he's a bloody Empirick! A cheat selling dud Medicines at preposterous Prices. |
| | *'''Acga British Soldier 4:''' ''No, Sir! I offer only proven remedial Herbs! Picked from the Jungles. |
| | *'''British Captain:''' ''Aye, and without the express Permission of the Governor! |
| | *'''British Captain:''' ''Look on his face, all. Heed the visage of a man who climbs above his Station! |
| | *'''British Captain:''' ''Let this be a lesson to all! There shall be no free Enterprise here without the expressed permission of the Governor! |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Another rotten Red Coat. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''There he is, and such a Crowd. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''The King must be desperate to call upon such Half-Wits. |
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| ===The Mission=== | | ===The Plantation Master=== |
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| | *'''Plantation Master:''' ''Caught Filching the very produce you've been charged to gather! Damn you, Brutes. |
| *Attack 1+ Crocodile and Eliminate it. | | *'''Acga Slave Male 1:''' ''No Disrespect, Sir! |
| ;Intro
| | *'''Plantation Master:''' ''By God, I'll sweeten you, Boy. I'll sweeten you good and proper! |
| As the female warriors mentioned their boats, you are now trying to find where they could have needed them.
| | *'''Acga Slave Male 1:''' ''Please, Sir. I meant nothing by it. |
| | *'''Plantation Master:''' ''Cast your eyes off me, Cur. I'll not be stared at by the likes of you. |
| | *'''Acga Slave Male 3:''' ''God, keep you, Sir. |
| | *'''Plantation Master:''' ''What shall we do with you Lot, eh? What indeed? |
| | *'''Acga Slave Male 3:''' ''Begging your pardon. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''If he's so proud of the Land he owns, I'll bury him in it. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''He's distracted. [beat]Good. |
| | *'''Slave African 02 Male:''' ''Half a bag of Millet... it's not much, but it should help Abena last another day. |
| | *'''Slave African 02 Male:''' ''If she lives, I'll do it again, no matter the risk. |
| | *'''Slave African 01 Male:''' ''If I run, they'll set their Hounds on me. If I stay, they'll kill me for my next mistake. |
| | *'''Slave African 01 Male:''' ''What do I do? I don't know what to do. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''One less Villain. |
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| You gather from villagers that there is a ford, a few hours walk from here, where travelers sometimes come from.
| | ===The Guard Post=== |
| | *'''Acga British Soldier 4:''' ''It is. He's a man of many talents and incredible charisma. I only wish he was enlisted so that I could serve under him. |
| | *'''Acga British Soldier 4:''' ''I've heard it said our Commander calls Captain Woodes Rogers a friend as well. |
| | *'''Acga British Soldier 6:''' ''The man who rescued Selkirk? That Captain Rogers? |
| | *'''Acga British Soldier 4:''' ''Aye. A Sailor to his bones. And he's a hard man, he is. Earned a large scar down his left cheek, after taking a pellet to the face. Lodged in his palate for a couple of days. |
| | *'''Acga British Soldier 3:''' ''By Christ! And the man lived? |
| | *'''Acga British Soldier 4:''' ''Broke no stride, in fact, and continued barking orders until the next morning when he took a Splinter to the heel. That took him off his feet for a day. |
| | *'''Acga British Soldier 3:''' ''And this is a living, breathing man we're talking about? |
| | *'''Acga British Soldier 3:''' ''Isn't that the Truth. Pass the bottle, will you? |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''This one moves in well-connected Circles. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''The Guards are distracted. Slipping past will be easy Work. |
| | *'''Templar Captain:''' ''I was supposed to be out of this Shithole months ago. Where are your promises now, Rogers? |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Friends in high places won't save you. |
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| After a while, the sounds of the forest grow more intense as the rumble of a mighty river can be heard in the distance.
| | ===The Pirate Captain=== |
| | *'''Captain Mancomb Seepgood:''' ''Don't nobody mess with Mancomb Seepgood, for I'm the fiercest Rogue to sail these West Indies. |
| | *'''Acga Pirate 1:''' ''Captain Seepgood's coming! The women'll say, with a trill sounding somewhere's between Fear and Lust. Oh yes. |
| | *'''Captain Mancomb Seepgood:''' ''I'll never surrender, and never back down. And these Shankers who think they run the Island, do so only because I haven't yet objected. |
| | *'''Captain Mancomb Seepgood:''' ''I'll rise up when I'm good and ready, take the island for myself. Then all the world will know my name. Captain Mancomb Seepgood, terror of the high seas. |
| | *'''Captain Mancomb Seepgood:''' ''Who'd dare challenge me? I can't imagine such a man. I don't believe such a One exists. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''First I've heard of a Captain Mancomb. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Dressed like a Dandy and strutting like a Peacock. That's him. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Let the Seepgood Name be forgotten. |
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| You finally reach the riverbanks, just in time to spot a shining blade on the other side. It is time for some swimming!
| | ===The Outlaws=== |
| ;Objectives
| | *'''Outlaw Leader:''' ''Nothing but Lobcocks running this Shantytown nowadays. It's time for us to make our Move. Take back what we fairly built up. |
| Find clues from the Furies.
| | *'''Acga Pirate 6:''' ''Aye. No more knocking about the empty Barrel. Nassau should be ours, plain as the Nose on my Face. |
| ;Debrief
| | *'''Outlaw Leader:''' ''Nothing plain about your Nose, Mate. It's a great, swollen thing. Like the Fin of a Grampus. |
| This side of the river feels different. The animals are quieter, the forest is much darker and the air feels oppressive. Following some tracks, you found the entrance of underground river tunnels. There
| | *'''Acga Pirate 6:''' ''Oy! Don't be a Bleeding Pest, you hear? We've got a task ahead of us. |
| are mostly animals and plants you have never seen before, some of them are even quite repulsive.
| | *'''Outlaw Leader:''' ''Aye. And some Murders to get done.[laughs] |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''I've had enough of these Buzzards circling Nassau. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Found them. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Nassau makes its own Justice. |
| | *'''Pirate British 02 Male:''' ''When are we taking Nassau? I've a List of Rats I'd like to stamp out. |
| | *'''Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''You'll get your Chance. Now quit moaning, it's doing my Head in. |
| | *'''Pirate British 01 Male:''' ''I told him it wouldn't work. When the Soldiers saw through our Ruse, what did he do? Cut me and left me to die. |
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| Finally, you reach an underground pond, where a strange blue light seems to glow from the water itself. There, four small boats are waiting for their owners...
| | ===Renegade=== |
| | *'''Fugitive:''' ''Do not believe for a moment that I will drop my Guard! I know you are out there somewhere! |
| | *'''Fugitive:''' ''I know the Assassins have sent a man to end my Life! Yes, a Templar knows always that his Work incurs this Risk! |
| | *'''Fugitive:''' ''But I would not choose another Life after this one! For I have tasted the Fruits of the best the Templars have to offer! |
| | *'''Fugitive:''' ''So come, whoever you may be! Wherever you are! Come strike me down! And collect the pittance promised you. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''I'll deal with this Butcher. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''There he is. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''He won't be missed. |
| | *'''Pirate British 02 Male:''' ''Is he bein' paranoid again? |
| | *'''Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''Yep. |
| | *'''Pirate British 02 Male:''' ''Has he been muttering about someone coming to get him? |
| | *'''Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''Yep. |
| | *'''Pirate British 02 Male:''' ''Only a matter o' Time before someone does. |
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| ===Fear and Loathing in the Valley=== | | ===The Treasure Hunter=== |
| ;Full sync conditions
| | *'''Spanish Leader:''' ''[SP][¡Ración doble para el hombre que me traiga monedas! ¡Y triple para el que encuentre jade tallado!](Double Rations for the man who brings me Coin! Triple for any who finds carved Jade!) |
| *No Assassins were Eliminated. | | *'''Spanish Leader:''' ''[SP][¡Sin tesoro no hay descanso!](No Treasure, no Rest!) |
| ;Intro
| | *'''Spanish Leader:''' ''[SP][¡Más vale que este tesoro parta en el próximo barco a Sevilla o volveréis a La Habana a nado!](This Treasure had better be on the next boat to Seville, or you'll swim back to Havana!) |
| Despite your best efforts, the warriors you spotted leaving the ford are nowhere to be found. As dusk is upon you, you are about to set camp when you find a very dense wall of trees. Your keen eyes are not
| | *'''Spanish Leader:''' ''[SP][¿A qué esperáis? ¿Al día del juicio final?](What are you waiting on? Judgment Day?) |
| fooled by the hastily arranged thicket and as you split the branches, you reveal a passage to a clearing. Darkness engulfs you as you spot unknown animal eyes spying on you.
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Better to keep this Artifact out of Templar Hands. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''This Island's crawling with Guards. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''I'd wager he's in charge, the way he's strutting. |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 03 Male:''' ''[SP][¿Qué tiene de especial esta isla? Yo la veo igual que todas.](What's so special about this Island? Looks the same as any.) |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 04 Male:''' ''[SP][Hay algo que el capitán no nos dice.](There's something the Captain isn't telling us.) |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''The Templars won't be filling their Coffers today. |
| | *'''Spanish Leader:''' ''[SP][¿Has dicho algo?](Did you say something?) |
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| The clearing meanders through rolling hills where you finally spot remains of a campfire. You are on your guards and move ahead to investigate what seem to be a freshly abandoned camp. | | ===The Judge=== |
| ;Objectives
| | *'''Acga Judge:''' ''Luisa, act a Lady and open this bloody Door now! You've taken this all wrong! Do you hear me? |
| Search the camp to find traces of the Furies. [!] After you have Eliminated all Enemies on the Objective [keys] AND all the Assassins gathered on the [keys] square, take large card A#25 and play it.
| | *'''Acga Judge:''' ''Help! |
| ;Debrief
| | *'''Acga Judge:''' ''Somebody help me! |
| You obviously face a much more dangerous threat than you imagined. You almost drowned there!
| | *'''Acga Judge:''' ''Stop that man! |
| | *'''Acga Judge:''' ''Oh God! |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''A Judge. I'm going up in the World. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''The man fares no better in Private than he does in Public. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''That's justice. |
| | *'''Acga Judge:''' ''You're overreacting to... to a filthy Canard! Lies and Slander meant to discredit me! The simple fact is, that Woman is my secretary. Nothing more! |
| | *'''Acga Judge:''' ''Luisa, do as I say or I will have the Soldiers dismantle this Door! |
| | *'''Acga Judge:''' ''Ah! Who's this! A killer? |
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| Those Furies were unsettling. They seemed to be possessed by some strange power. And the water felt almost like it had its own will, as if it was corrupted to the point that it would try to drown you on purpose.
| | ===The Arms Deal=== |
| | *'''The Buyer:''' ''Habitual delays. Shoddy craftsmanship. Penurious sums. I don't know why I bother bartering with you Lot. |
| | *'''Arms Dealer:''' '''Cause we're the only outfit stupid enough to treat with you Templars. |
| | *'''The Buyer:''' ''Time is of the essence! What's is taking so long? |
| | *'''The Buyer:''' ''Something's wrong here. I can feel it. We're not safe. |
| | *'''Arms Dealer:''' ''Pipe down, you. We'll be done soon. |
| | *'''The Buyer:''' ''Every minute we Tarry is a waste of time and breath. Do hurry, won't you! |
| | *'''Arms Dealer:''' ''Quiet. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''A Templar and an Arms Dealer. Easy Work. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Considerate of them to stand so close together. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''That's two Villains bested. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''That's one of them, there. |
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| ===Hold the Fort!=== | | ===The Informant=== |
| ;Full sync conditions
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''You can't tell Assassin Secret's and go unnoticed. |
| *During each Enemy Reinforcement Step, you must never be short of Guard miniatures. | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''That's him, waiting for Passage off this Rock, no doubt. |
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Shhh. Hush Now. |
| | *'''The Informant:''' ''[SP][Hijo de puta, ¿dónde está la goleta? Tenía que haber llegado hace dos días.](Son of a bitch, where's this schooner? It was meant to arrive two days ago.) |
| | *'''The Informant:''' ''[SP][¿Por qué me habré metido en este follón? Nunca me ha gustado la aventura. Yo solo quería una casita en la costa de Alicante.](Why did I even get involved in this mess? I never liked adventure. All I wanted was a little house by the beach in Alicante.) |
| | *'''The Informant:''' ''[SP][Cuando salga de aquí, abandonaré este trabajo para siempre.](When I get out of here, I'll leave this life behind for good.) |
| | *'''Soldier Spanish 04 Male:''' ''[SP][No para de hablar de esos misteriosos asesinos encapuchados. No hay forma de descansar con él aquí.](On and on he goes about his mysterious hooded killers. There's no Peace with him here.) |
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| ;Intro
| | ===Shady Business=== |
| Even though the Furies almost got you all killed, they made a big mistake as they revealed the location of their real encampment. Once they realize you are targeting their base, the Furies come to you at full force! You need to regroup and find a strong position to defend while you prepare your team for what is to come.
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''He ran the Gauntlet for the Templars and led the Assassins on a merry Chase... 'til now. |
| | | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''There. And that's his Contraband. |
| Fortunately, you spotted an easily defensible position within the camp.
| | *'''Edward Kenway:''' ''Now that's support that won't be getting to the Templars. |
| | | *'''Wily Smuggler:''' ''They need to hurry. We've been too long at Anchor. |
| The Furies are closing in on you, it's time to defend the Brotherhood!
| | *'''Wily Smuggler:''' ''Where to next? I could deliver the Cargo, but we've space in the Hold to spare. Maybe ply the Windward Islands instead, throw off any Hunters on our tail... |
| ;Objectives
| | *'''Wily Smuggler:''' ''A hard choice. |
| Block the Enemy Entrances A, B and C in the same turn. Shao Jun may exceptionally complete 1+ of these Objectives. Then remove these 3 Entrances from the Map. If you fail to block all 3 entrances in the same turn, Memory fails.
| | *'''Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''These Swabs sure are taking their Time, eh? Pack of Layabouts. |
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| | *'''Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''Maybe the gentle Touch of a Cat O' Nine Tails would make 'em more lively. |
| Synchronize at the top of the Naga to make the Secret Passage appear and use it to leave the Map.
| | *'''Pirate British 03 Male:''' ''In this Heat... that'd just work up a Sweat, that would. |
| ;Debrief
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| Well done Assassins! You managed to delay the Furies enough for you to maybe reach their base and find out who the mysterious Colubra is.
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| From what you gathered about Colubra, the rebel Assassins must be in a stronghold further into the jungle. This does not fit with the information you’re been given by the Brotherhood.
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| Obviously, someone wants to muddy the water. You should be on your guard, as something is amiss in this mission.
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| ===Another World=== | |
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| *Secret | |
| ;Intro
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| You raced to what you though would be a fortress, where Colubra should be.
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| But now you are among simple people, villagers peacefully assembled and busy with their daily tasks. They look at you with fear in their eyes. And then you realize, there are almost only women and girls here. This cannot be the rebel Assassin holdout you've been told about.
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| Suddenly, out of nowhere, a group of female warriors encircles you. It seems the villagers are not so peaceful...
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| ;Objectives
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| Search the Furies camp. [!] After the first Assassin reaching the [keys] Objective, take large card A#33 and play it.
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| ;Debrief
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| Colubra is not just a rebel Assassin. She holds a terrible power! Is she really this tall? It’s hard to believe...
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| You have heard of that kind of power before, but to experience it firsthand is incredible.
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| You remember the disturbing events you have witnessed years ago in Italy and can’t help but think the Brotherhood would not ignore about the supernatural powers wielded by Colubra.
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| And it seems that the giant snake and Colubra have more in common that meets the eye...
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| ===Snakes Get Madder===
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| ;Full sync conditions
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| 2 of the Assassins (other than Shao Jun) must have left the Map by the end of the 6th game turn.
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| ;Intro
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| Colubra has now retreated, probably to her real hideout, further into the forest. As you move deeper in, you find there are almost no more villages. The darkness is growing. The lifeforms are weirdly corrupted and even the plants take strange shapes.
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| Every sound makes you shiver or jump, as if they were distorted by the corrupted air. And now you have just spotted those aggressive snakes that resemble the giant one you fought a while ago...
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| ;Objectives
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| Learn how to flush out and capture Hydras. [!] After completing the Objective, take 1 Hydra token from the Danger token pile and place it in your plastic bag.
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| You should also Synchronize at the top of the Naga to locate other potential Hydras to capture. ''Reminders: any Hydra revealed by an Assassin who moved to its space is automatically captured and placed in your plastic bag. Shao Jun cannot capture Hydras.''
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| ;Debrief
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| Those hydras were not natural. Something is transforming the environment.
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| It does not take you long to understand that this rebel Assassin has taken control of a very powerful Apple of Eden. You have never heard of an Artefact capable of changing the environment that way, but you will need to make further research.
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| Your mission is starting to make more sense, but you cannot help wonder why the Brotherhood didn’t mention the Apple...
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| ===Into the Dark===
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| ;Full sync conditions
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| No Assassin has lost [health].
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| ;Intro
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| You are getting closer to Colubra’s hideout. But here the land seems devastated, as if a plague has taken possession of it. The animals are overly aggressive. When you look at the plants, you can almost feel them breathe.
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| This corruption is unbearable. You can see how this is a serious threat to the world, not only to the Brotherhood. You must cleanse this place before it is too late.
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| OBJECTIVE OF THIS MEMORY
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| Flood the source of corruption. [!] Attention: The flood will take place at the end of the turn in which you complete the Objective, then reveal the card [keys].
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| OPTIONAL OBJECTIVE
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| If you Synchronize before completing the Objective, you may be able to scout the surroundings and avoid getting overwhelmed.
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| ;Debrief
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| Well done, the corruption of the artefact has been wiped from this place, although you can’t help but wonder how deep it runs and if the place will ever be as before.
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| You will need to find a more permanent way to restore the order of things.
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| You gathered some strange tales from the rare people in the area. Ones of fierce battles between a giant warrior and a giant snake. Could this be Colubra and Sesha? It looks like they were fighting together though....
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| ===The End (BOV)===
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| ;Full sync conditions
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| Reveal the 6 Danger tokens placed on the Map when it was set up.
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| ;Intro
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| You are now in sight of the enemy’s hideout. The air is heavy, the sound of the running water is overwhelming. Even though you cannot see the enemies, you can feel their presence. The glints of the rare sun rays that reach the ground reflect on their weapons, blinding you on purpose.
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| She’s there, you can feel her corrupted presence. It is as if her aura is making everything more crisp, bigger than life. Even the Stalkers’ shadows seem to disappear!
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| As you come near her presence, you can sense the weight she carries, the pain she feels and the sheer power and life force she imposes on everything around her.
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| Reach the temple on the other side of the chasm using a grappling hook, then perform your first ritual on the Objective. [!]After completing the Objective:
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| #Permanently discard ([X] ) 1 Hydra token from your plastic bag.
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| #Remove the reminder token.
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| #Ignore this Memory's special rule from now on.
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| ;Debrief
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| Colubra, the rebel Assassin, was not fighting along Sesha, unlike you expected. The Apple she carries is unlike anything you have seen. It changes not only the way people act around her, but it also changes the physical world, to the point of changing her own size to that of a giant!
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| And it doesn’t seem to stop there, if you would believe the accounts of whole regions devastated by the power of that artifact.
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| It seems that the ritual involving the hydras, whatever it does, prevents Colubra from using some of her powers.
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| ===The Fall of Man===
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| ;Full sync conditions
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| Each Assassin has kept more than half of their [health].
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| ;Intro
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| The Apple must be destroyed at all costs. If ever it was to fall in more organized hands, it could be the end of the world.
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| You have now reached the innermost part of Colubra’s sanctuary and you can tell how the Apple has modeled the environment to Colubra’s rage and despair. You feel like a complete stranger in this place, even more than before. It’s like nothing was real, every little thing is altered and scary.
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| You see Colubra in the distance and you can hear the hisses of snakes all around. It’s almost unbearable.
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| ;Objectives
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| Reach the Objective to destroy the artifact. [!] After reaching the Objective: Reveal the [keys] large card.
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| ;Debrief
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| Isabel, the former Assassin who was known as Colubra, is no more. You have accomplished your mission, albeit with a bitter ending.
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| Even though you didn’t retrieve the Apple, it felt the right thing to do to wipe this thing of the surface of the Earth.
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| You come to realize Isabel only ever fought for the people around her, those for whom no one would fight. In the end, she made the ultimate sacrifice, like a true Assassin. You will remember her. Now, before you leave, it is time to get to know those people better and help them.
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