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'''Borgia Messengers''', also known as '''Borgia Couriers''', appear in the game ''[[Assassin's Creed II]]''. Upon spotting [[Ezio]], the messengers take flight, performing many [[Free Running|free-run]] [[File:Messenger.jpg|thumb|270px|A messenger begs for his life]]actions and acrobatic stunts, such as climbing walls and swinging from posts. If Ezio manages to catch up to one, he can tackle him or simply throw a [[Throwing Knives|Throwing Knife]] at him for a considerable amount of Florins, with about 1500 florins per messenger. However, if Ezio kills one, his notoriety will automatically increase by 50%. However, Ezio can still get the | '''Borgia Messengers''', also known as '''Borgia Couriers''', appear in the game ''[[Assassin's Creed II]]''. Upon spotting [[Ezio]], the messengers take flight, performing many [[Free Running|free-run]] [[File:Messenger.jpg|thumb|270px|A messenger begs for his life]]actions and acrobatic stunts, such as climbing walls and swinging from posts. If Ezio manages to catch up to one, he can tackle him or simply throw a [[Throwing Knives|Throwing Knife]] at him for a considerable amount of Florins, with about 1500 florins per messenger. However, if Ezio kills one, his notoriety will automatically increase by 50%. However, Ezio can still get the 1503 florins if he loots the messenger. If caught, the Courier begs for his life. After being attacked or left alone a few moments, the Courier will resume his free-running. | ||
Presumably, the Messengers carry important information or funds for [[Rodrigo Borgia]], as they are called Borgia Messengers. Or he could be carrying payment to some official or ally, explaining the | Presumably, the Messengers carry important information or funds for [[Rodrigo Borgia]], as they are called Borgia Messengers. Or he could be carrying payment to some official or ally, explaining the 1503 Florins in his poessession. | ||
Interestingly, [[Archers]] begin chasing the messenger as well if he climbs onto a rooftop in his flight. Which is rather ironic as they often call for the guards to help during the chase. It has also been shown that you can trip Borgia messengers so that they fall to their death without being penalized for it. | Interestingly, [[Archers]] begin chasing the messenger as well if he climbs onto a rooftop in his flight. Which is rather ironic as they often call for the guards to help during the chase. It has also been shown that you can trip Borgia messengers so that they fall to their death without being penalized for it. | ||
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Unlike [[Pickpocket]]s, who have a red icon, Borgia messengers are invisible on your map, although you can often find them at city entrances and they are pointed out by a silver chevron. | Unlike [[Pickpocket]]s, who have a red icon, Borgia messengers are invisible on your map, although you can often find them at city entrances and they are pointed out by a silver chevron. | ||
For some reason the Couriers often move rather slowly when on flat ground directly after a free-run up the side of a building. They can easily be taken down by a well-aimed throwing knife during these periods. | For some reason the Couriers often move rather slowly when on flat ground directly after a free-run up the side of a building. They can easily be taken down by a well-aimed throwing knife during these periods. | ||
It should be noted that the Borgian Messengers most often carry 1503 florins. This might have something to do with the fact that Rodrigo Borgia died in 1503. | |||
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Revision as of 14:29, 24 July 2010
Borgia Messengers, also known as Borgia Couriers, appear in the game Assassin's Creed II. Upon spotting Ezio, the messengers take flight, performing many free-run
actions and acrobatic stunts, such as climbing walls and swinging from posts. If Ezio manages to catch up to one, he can tackle him or simply throw a Throwing Knife at him for a considerable amount of Florins, with about 1500 florins per messenger. However, if Ezio kills one, his notoriety will automatically increase by 50%. However, Ezio can still get the 1503 florins if he loots the messenger. If caught, the Courier begs for his life. After being attacked or left alone a few moments, the Courier will resume his free-running.
Presumably, the Messengers carry important information or funds for Rodrigo Borgia, as they are called Borgia Messengers. Or he could be carrying payment to some official or ally, explaining the 1503 Florins in his poessession.
Interestingly, Archers begin chasing the messenger as well if he climbs onto a rooftop in his flight. Which is rather ironic as they often call for the guards to help during the chase. It has also been shown that you can trip Borgia messengers so that they fall to their death without being penalized for it.
If you intercept one of them, you get the Achievement/Trophy "Mailman" (10G)
Unlike Pickpockets, who have a red icon, Borgia messengers are invisible on your map, although you can often find them at city entrances and they are pointed out by a silver chevron. For some reason the Couriers often move rather slowly when on flat ground directly after a free-run up the side of a building. They can easily be taken down by a well-aimed throwing knife during these periods.
It should be noted that the Borgian Messengers most often carry 1503 florins. This might have something to do with the fact that Rodrigo Borgia died in 1503.