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==Biography==
==Biography==
===Early life===
===Early life===
Fulke was born {{Wiki|Bruges}} in the region of {{Wiki|Flanders}} which at that period of time was part of the [[Francia|Carolingian Empire]] and suffered from numerous [[Viking]] [[raid]]s from the north.<ref name="Database">''[[Assassin's Creed: Valhalla]]'' – [[Database: Fulke]]</ref> With a fish-wife as a mother, Fulke grew up in a blooming community, which was doing well in its trade endeavors. With [[merchant]]s passing on by, Fulke listened on their conversations, which stemmed from their travels as far as the {{Wiki|Baltic Sea}}. From these speeches, Fulke dreamed of a long adventure. Being self-taught to read, Fulke looked over any reading material she found and this led her to accumulate certain perspectives and truths.<ref name="Target menu">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Target menu#Fulke|Target menu]]: Fulke</ref>
Fulke was born {{Wiki|Bruges}} in the region of {{Wiki|Flanders}} which at that period of time was part of the [[Francia|Carolingian Empire]] and suffered from numerous [[Vikings|Viking]] [[raid]]s from the north.<ref name="Database">''[[Assassin's Creed: Valhalla]]'' – [[Database: Fulke]]</ref> With a fish-wife as a mother, Fulke grew up in a blooming community, which was doing well in its trade endeavors. With [[merchant]]s passing on by, Fulke listened on their conversations, which stemmed from their travels as far as the {{Wiki|Baltic Sea}}. From these speeches, Fulke dreamed of a long adventure. Being self-taught to read, Fulke looked over any reading material she found and this led her to accumulate certain perspectives and truths.<ref name="Target menu">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Target menu#Fulke|Target menu]]: Fulke</ref>


Along her self-education journey, Fulke also came across references of [[Isu]] relics and followed their trail with a vigor. Catching the [[Order of the Ancients|Order]]'s attention, Fulke was offered a place within the organization. Despite her actual beliefs, Fulke had her talent speak for herself and rose quickly from [[Palatinus]] to [[Maegester]]. However, she retained the title, "Paladin" for unknown personal reasons.<ref name="Target menu" />
Along her self-education journey, Fulke also came across references of [[Isu]] relics and followed their trail with a vigor. Catching the [[Order of the Ancients|Order]]'s attention, Fulke was offered a place within the organization. Despite her actual beliefs, Fulke had her talent speak for herself and rose quickly from [[Palatinus]] to [[Maegester]]. However, she retained the title, "Paladin" for unknown personal reasons.<ref name="Target menu" />
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===Deciphering the Saga Stone===
===Deciphering the Saga Stone===
In the early 870s, Fulke travelled to the island of [[Great Britain]] and joined the service of King [[Alfred the Great|Aelfred of Wessex]], himself the [[Grand Maegester of the Order of the Ancients|Grand Maegester]] of the Order in [[England]]. Serving as his personal attendant, Fulke continued her research of Isu artifacts which took her to [[Oxenefordscire]].<ref name="ACV">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla''</ref> There, she came into possession of a piece of relic belonging to the late Viking leader [[Ragnar Lothbrok]]. Dubbing it as the [[Saga Stone]], she tasked an acolyte by the name of [[Paul]] to relocate it to the [[Evinghou Tower]] before she was captured by Lady [[Eadwyn]]'s men for her heretic beliefs and heresy against the Church.<ref name="PSA" />
In the early 870s, Fulke travelled to the island of [[Great Britain]] and joined the service of King [[Alfred the Great|Alfred of Wessex]], himself the [[Grand Maegester of the Order of the Ancients|Grand Maegester]] of the Order in [[England]]. Serving as his personal attendant, Fulke continued her research of Isu artifacts which took her to [[Oxenefordscire]].<ref name="ACV">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla''</ref> There, she came into possession of a piece of relic belonging to the late Viking leader [[Ragnar Lothbrok]]. Dubbing it as the [[Saga Stone]], she tasked an acolyte by the name of [[Paul]] to relocate it to the [[Evinghou Tower]] before she was captured by Lady [[Eadwyn]]'s men for her heretic beliefs and heresy against the Church.<ref name="PSA" />
 
After the rescue of [[Thegn]] [[Geadric]], the mention of a holy woman named Fulke came under discussion. However, Fulke's location was known by a Thegn Holt, who was captured. After the freeing of the thegns, Fulke was detailed by [[Vikings|Viking]] [[Sigurd Styrbjornsson]] to his adopted sister, Viking [[shieldmaiden]] [[Eivor Varinsdottir]] of the [[Raven]] [[Raven Clan|Clan]]. Fulke was seen as a holy woman, who specializes in prophecies and secret knowledge. Fulke's location was later given from Thegn Holt, who said that she was captured by Lady [[Eadwyn]].<ref name="BR">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' − [[Brewing Rebellion]]</ref>


[[File:ACV Pilgrimage to St. Albanes 5.png|left|thumb|250px|Fulke rescued by Eivor, Basim, and Sigurd]]
[[File:ACV Pilgrimage to St. Albanes 5.png|left|thumb|250px|Fulke rescued by Eivor, Basim, and Sigurd]]
Fulke was apparently held at [[Saint Albanes Abbey]], by Holt's words. At the monastery's crypt, Fulke was being held by a monk guarding her. After the monk was dealt with, Fulke was freed by Sigurd, Eivor, and [[Hidden Ones|Hidden One]] [[Basim Ibn Ishaq]]. Afterwards, Fulke led the way to a more private setting to talk with her rescuers.<ref name="PSA" />
Fulke was held at [[Saint Albanes Abbey]], within the monastery's crypt, by a monk guarding her. However, Fulke was freed by Vikings [[Sigurd Styrbjornsson]], [[Eivor Varinsdottir]], and [[Hidden Ones|Hidden One]] [[Basim Ibn Ishaq]]. Quickly, Fulke led the way to a more private setting to talk with her rescuers.<ref name="PSA" />


At the farm, Fulke spoke of an artifact called the Saga Stone, which came to England from the hands of Viking Ragnar Lothbrok. While Sigurd and Eivor arguing, Fulke left them to resolve any differences. After their discussion, Fulke also promised that the stone was being kept by one of her acolytes. Fulke led the way to the stone. Arriving at [[Evinghou Tower]], Fulke and her company went in to find her priest, but his place of refuge happened to be ransacked. The priest, Paul, was found dead and Fulke figured that Lady Eadwyn stole her stone. Fulke and her company were called by Lady Eadwyn, who surrounded the group and offered a deal, which was the stone for Geadric's head. However, the deal was rejected as Fulke fought with her company against Eadwyn's men. After defeating the soldiers, Fulke stood back as she watched the Viking siblings argue with each other.<ref>''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Blood from a Stone]]</ref>  
At a farm, Fulke spoke of an artifact called the Saga Stone, which came to England from the hands of Viking Ragnar Lothbrok. After their discussion, Fulke also promised that the stone was being kept by one of her acolytes. Fulke led the way to the stone. Arriving at [[Evinghou Tower]], Fulke and her company went in to find her priest, but his place of refuge happened to be ransacked. However, the priest, Paul, was found dead and Fulke figured that Lady Eadwyn stole her stone. Fulke and her company were called by Lady Eadwyn, who surrounded the group and offered a deal, which was the stone for Geadric's head. However, the deal was rejected as Fulke fought with her company against Eadwyn's men. After defeating the soldiers, Fulke stood back as she watched the Viking siblings argue with each other.<ref>''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Blood from a Stone]]</ref>  


Fulke later spoke with Eivor about crippling Eadwyn's supplies and rations. Arriving at [[Eatun Barn]], Fulke was met by Eivor to plan out the damage of Eadwyn's supply run. Fulke tried to buy the merchant's wares, but to no avail. However, Fulke was soon impressed that Eivor happened to relieve the merchant and took the supply from him. From here, Fulke and Eivor devised a plan to burn Eadwyn's reinforcements alive when they walked near the road. After their attack, Fulke talked with Eivor about Sigurd's proclamation of being a descendent of the Isu. Fulke stated she would join after she prayed for the dead they killed.<ref name="FA">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Fiery Ambush]]</ref>
Fulke later spoke with Eivor about crippling Eadwyn's supplies and rations. Arriving at [[Eatun Barn]], Fulke tried to buy the merchant's wares, but to no avail. However, Fulke was soon impressed once Eivor happened to relieve the merchant and took the supply from him. From here, Fulke and Eivor devised a plan to burn Eadwyn's reinforcements alive when they walked near the road. After their attack, Fulke talked with Eivor about Sigurd's proclamation of being a descendent of the Isu. Fulke stated she would join her allies after she prayed for the dead they killed.<ref name="FA">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Fiery Ambush]]</ref>


[[File:ACV The Saga Stone 14.png|right|thumb|250px|Fulke betraying Eivor, Basim, and Sigurd]]
[[File:ACV The Saga Stone 14.png|right|thumb|250px|Fulke betraying Eivor, Basim, and Sigurd]]
Fulke later joined Basim, Geadric, Eivor, and Sigurd, after the defenses of the [[Cyne Belle Castle]] were weakened.<ref>''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Ringing Cyne Belle]]</ref> After completing the assault successfully, Fulke, Sigurd, Eivor, and Basim headed inside the monastery and found the Saga Stone. Before trying to decipher the stone, King Aelfred arrived on the outskirts and Sigurd made sure to parlay instead of fight. Upon reaching a deal between Sigurd and King Aelfred, Fulke ran in and interrupted. Known as a Paladin, Fulke betrayed Sigurd and Eivor as she stated that Sigurd figured himself to be a God. Once Sigurd accepted his place and traded himself with Aelfred's war thane, Fulke, in private, asked Aelfred to have Sigurd in her care and Aelfred agreed.<ref>''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[The Saga Stone]]</ref>
Fulke later joined Basim, Geadric, Eivor, and Sigurd, after the defenses of the [[Cyne Belle Castle]] were weakened.<ref>''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Ringing Cyne Belle]]</ref> After completing the assault successfully, Fulke and her allies headed inside the monastery and found the Saga Stone. However, King Alfred arrived with his reinforcements with Fulke and her allies having to meet him. Although a deal was met between Sigurd and King Alfred, Fulke ran in and interrupted. Known as Alfred's paladin, Fulke betrayed her allies as she stated that Sigurd figured himself to be a God. Once Sigurd accepted his place and traded himself with Alfred's war thane, Fulke asked Aelfred to have Sigurd in her care and Alfred agreed.<ref>''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[The Saga Stone]]</ref>


Upon Eivor's arrival back [[Ravensthorpe|home]], a letter from Fulke came and accepted by [[Randvi]]. Fulke stated Sigurd was in her care and her belief that he is a flesh descendant of the Gods is amazing. At the end of the letter, Fulke admitted to being part of the Order and her title, The Instrument.<ref name="RO">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Reporting on Oxenefordscire]]</ref>  
Fulke later sent a letter to Eivor. Fulke stated Sigurd was in her care and how she believed that he is a flesh descendant of the Gods is amazing. At the end of the letter, Fulke admitted to being part of the Order and her title, The Instrument.<ref name="RO">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Reporting on Oxenefordscire]]</ref>  


===The Instrument of the Ancients===
===The Instrument of the Ancients===
From [[Kent|Cent]], Fulke's location was noted by Basim to Eivor in a letter. to this region and thus, Sigurd as well. Sparing no time, Eivor pledged to Cent, but is stopped by [[Dag]], who just insulted her lack of attention and care for her home. Fulke was mentioned by Abbot [[Cynebert]], who promised a meeting with Fulke to Eivor and Basim, if they could find the emissary, who had the new ealdorman of Cent's name.<ref name="TAG">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[The Abbot's Gambit]]</ref>
When Eivor talked to Cynebert, Fulke's location was briefly discussed but the topic shifted to finding fealty for the abbot to Thegn [[Tedmund]]. After a series of tasks, Fulke's whereabouts were close as Eivor and Basim succeeded in readying their siege on Tedmund.<ref name="PP">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Puppets and Prisoners]]</ref> Afterwards, the siege on [[Rouecistre Fortress]] proved successful, but the thegn seemingly committed suicide. Fulke's location was still demanded by Eivor to the abbot, who agreed and needed a day.<ref name="MBM">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[The Man Behind the Man]]</ref>
[[File:ACV A Bloody Welcome 4.jpg|left|thumb|250px|Fulke surprising Eivor and Basim]]
[[File:ACV A Bloody Welcome 4.jpg|left|thumb|250px|Fulke surprising Eivor and Basim]]
The next day, Fulke surprised both Eivor and Basim, who entered into the abbot's chambers to see The Instrument greeting them. After a heated exchange, Fulke had no intention in giving up Sigurd and killed the abbot before the meeting took place. Fulke also admitted that Sigurd is a [[Týr|reincarnation]] of the gods from before. After leaving Basim and Eivor, Fulke ordered her guards to kill them and then bring their bodies to [[Canterbury]]. Fulke and Sigurd were apparently traveling together, as Basim and Eivor sought to find them in Cantebury. Past a red door below the cathedral in Cantebury, a dark room was filled with [[rat]]s and a bloody torture chair. On top of the chair, a box contained a severed arm of Sigurd, which was happened at the hands of Fulke. However, Fulke's location was discovered to be at a [[fort]]ress at [[Portcestre]], [[Sussex|Suthsexe]].<ref name="ABW">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[A Bloody Welcome]]</ref>
In 874, at [[Kent|Cent]], Fulke was being tracked by Basim, in order to find any sign of Sigurd.<ref name="TAG">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[The Abbot's Gambit]]</ref> After a series of events, Fulke was invited by [[Scholar|Abbot]] Cynebert to visit and eat at his quarters near [[Saint Hadrian's Priory]]. Knowing better, Fulke killed Cynebert after he prepared a feast for them and Cynebert's newfound allies. Later, Fulke surprised both Eivor and Basim, who entered into the abbot's chambers to see The Instrument greeting them. After a heated exchange, Fulke had no intention in giving up Sigurd and admitted that Sigurd is a [[Týr|reincarnation]] of the gods of before. After trapping Basim and Eivor, Fulke ordered her guards to kill them and then bring their bodies to [[Canterbury]]. Arriving at Cantebury, Fulke amputated Sigurd's right arm in order to wake up his "[[Sage|other side]]." However, Fulke left a box containing his severed arm of Sigurd for Eivor and Basim. However, Fulke carelessly left evidence of her location to be at a [[fort]]ress at [[Portcestre]], [[Sussex|Suthsexe]].<ref name="ABW">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[A Bloody Welcome]]</ref>


===The Siege of Portcestre and death===
===The Siege of Portcestre and death===
After some time, in [[Croindene]], Fulke's opposition grew as Eivor was met by her allies, such as [[Guthrum]], Basim, and [[Reeve]]s [[Erke Bodilsson]] and [[Stowe]] from [[London|Lunden]]. Before the assault on Portcestre, Fulke's scouts within the woods were taken out by Eivor personally. However, Fulke's forces ambushed Eivor and her company. Soon, Fulke's champion came along and killed one of Eivor's friend, [[Brothir]]. Nevertheless, Fulke's champion fell to Eivor and was defeated.<ref name="RS">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Reaver of the South]]</ref>
After the ambush, the focus shifted to weaken Fulke's supplies and infantry. Thus, Fulke's enemies took over a [[Anglo-Saxons|Saxon]] camp, [[Forward Camp, Suthsexe|Forward Camp]],<ref name="AE">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Arrive Unexpected]]</ref> burnt grain silos<ref name="LTA">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Let Them Eat Ashes]]</ref> and supply houses,<ref name="SET">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Scorched Earth]]</ref> and sabotaged her boats and soldiers.<ref name="SL">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Severing the Lines]]</ref>
[[File:ACV Storming the Walls 7.png|right|thumb|250px|Fulke taunting Eivor from Portcestre]]
[[File:ACV Storming the Walls 7.png|right|thumb|250px|Fulke taunting Eivor from Portcestre]]
Before the start of the siege, Fulke called out for reinforcements from [[Winchester|Wincestre]], which was confirmed by Soma to Eivor. Before the assault, Fulke met with Eivor, Soma, and Ubba above from a tower at the main gate of Portcestre. After a heated exchange, Fulke taunted Eivor to try to come and rescue a screaming Sigurd. After Eivor made her way inside the fortress, Fulke was nowhere to be found. All that was found was another bloody chair of torture. Yet, outside, Fulke was seen running to the fortress' church by Eivor.<ref name="STW">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Storming the Walls]]</ref>
Around 875, Fulke sent out scouts within the woods to track Eivor and her allies. Fulke's forces immediately ambushed Eivor and her company. Soon, Fulke order her champion to fight as he killed one of Eivor's friend, [[Brothir]]. Yet, Fulke's champion fell to Eivor and was defeated.<ref name="RS">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Reaver of the South]]</ref>After the ambush, Fulke's supplies and infantry were soon depleted by her enemies, who captured encampments and destroyed resources and infantry.<ref name="AE">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Arrive Unexpected]]</ref><ref name="LTA">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Let Them Eat Ashes]]</ref><ref name="SET">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Scorched Earth]]</ref><ref name="SL">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Severing the Lines]]</ref>


When Eivor entered the church with Basim, Fulke left a bleeding Sigurd while stating that she done all she could and that the rest is up to Eivor. Escaping through a hidden ground passage, Fulke made her escape as Eivor and Basim tended to Sigurd. Soon, Fulke was followed by Eivor, while Basim took care of Sigurd. Fulke found herself in a dark chamber as Eivor caught up with her. Fulke talked to Eivor about the general darkness, but Eivor shut her out and wanted no more babble, but bloodshed instead. During the battle, Fulke fled once again only to be met by Eivor's army, surrounding her. The army stopped Fulke, who was soon met by Eivor, who vowed to deal with her personally.<ref name="STW"/>
Before the start of the siege, Fulke sent for reinforcements from [[Winchester|Wincestre]]. Before the assault, Fulke met with Eivor, Soma, and Ubba above from a tower at the main gate of Portcestre. After a heated exchange, Fulke taunted Eivor to try to come and rescue a screaming Sigurd. Afterwards, Fulke was nowhere to be found as she escaped with a wounded Sigurd. Unfortunately, Fulke was seen running to the fortress' church by Eivor. Caught by Eivor and Basim, Fulke left a bleeding Sigurd while stating that she done all she could and that the rest is up to Eivor. Escaping through a hidden ground passage, Fulke made her escape until she was met by Eivor, while Basim took care of Sigurd. Fulke talked to Eivor about the general darkness, but Eivor shut her out and wanted no more babble, just bloodshed. During their fight, Fulke fled once again only to be met by Eivor's army, surrounding her. Fulke was trapped as Eivor vowed to deal with her personally.<ref name="STW"/>


[[File:ACV Storming the Walls 24.png|left|thumb|250px|Fulke's last fight]]
[[File:ACV Storming the Walls 24.png|left|thumb|250px|Fulke's last fight]]
Fulke, realizing this is the end for her, stated that Sigurd is now truly open to the reality of his fate. Fulke picked up a giant cross from the ground and then stated to Eivor that if she is going to die, Eivor was coming with her. With one last ditch effort, a bloodied Fulke fought against Eivor one last time. However, Fulke was overpowered and was killed in battle. After her death, Fulke left behind a [[Order of the Ancients medallion|medallion]] and a [[Order of the Ancients clues|clue]], relating towards the [[Grand Maegester of the Order of the Ancients]]. The clue stated that The Instrument must always follow "The Father's" orders, not her own. Thus, Fulke's torturous and murderous rampage ended.<ref name="STW"/>
Fulke, realizing this is no escape, stated that Sigurd is now truly open to the reality of his fate. Fulke picked up a giant cross from the ground and fought with Eivor once more. With one last ditch effort, a bloodied Fulke fought against Eivor, but was overpowered and killed. After her death, Fulke left behind a [[Order of the Ancients medallion|medallion]] and a [[Order of the Ancients clues|clue]], relating towards the [[Grand Maegester of the Order of the Ancients]]. The clue stated that Fulke must always follow "The Father's" orders, not her own.<ref name="STW"/><ref>''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Breaking the Order]]</ref>


===City of Faith===
===City of Faith===
Within another [[Temple of Mithras]] in Wincestre, a letter to the Order from the deceased Fulke was found. The letter summarized that Fulke discovered Aelfred's correspondence with the enemy, Poor Fellow-Soldier of Christ, and ordered that Aelfred be burned to ash. Thus, Fulke decided to kill Aelfred before her demise.<ref name="ITS">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Impaling the Seax]]</ref>
Within another [[Temple of Mithras]] in Wincestre, Fulke had sent a letter to the Order members to Wincestre. In the letter, Fulke discovered Alfred's correspondence with the enemy, Poor Fellow-Soldier of Christ, and ordered that Alfred be "burned to ash."<ref name="ITS">''Assassin's Creed: Valhalla'' – [[Impaling the Seax]]</ref>


==Behind the scenes==
==Behind the scenes==
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*Whether before or after Fulke's death, the letter found in the [[Temple of Mithras]] under [[Winchester|Wincestre]] summarized that Fulke ordered that Aelfred be burned to ash for his betrayal. Fulke did not join the three Order members, most likely because of her time studying Sigurd's nature as a [[Sage]].
*Whether before or after Fulke's death, the letter found in the [[Temple of Mithras]] under [[Winchester|Wincestre]] summarized that Fulke ordered that Aelfred be burned to ash for his betrayal. Fulke did not join the three Order members, most likely because of her time studying Sigurd's nature as a [[Sage]].
*For unknown reasons, Fulke found herself to be the only Warden of Relics, unlike other branches of the Order in England.
*For unknown reasons, Fulke found herself to be the only Warden of Relics, unlike other branches of the Order in England.
*Her title, The Instrument, coincidentally echoes the name of [[Instruments of the First Will]], a secret organization which sought to revive the Isu [[Juno]] and restore humanity's place as slaves beneath their creators.
*Her title, The Instrument, coincidentally echoes a similarity with the name of [[Instruments of the First Will]], a secret organization which sought to revive the Isu [[Juno]] and restore humanity's place as slaves beneath their creators.


==Gallery==
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Revision as of 18:12, 23 July 2022

Fulke (died c. 875), also known as the Instrument, was a Flemish scholar and a member of the Order of the Ancients who served as Maegester of the Wardens of Relics sect.

Biography

Early life

Fulke was born Bruges in the region of Flanders which at that period of time was part of the Carolingian Empire and suffered from numerous Viking raids from the north.[1] With a fish-wife as a mother, Fulke grew up in a blooming community, which was doing well in its trade endeavors. With merchants passing on by, Fulke listened on their conversations, which stemmed from their travels as far as the Baltic Sea. From these speeches, Fulke dreamed of a long adventure. Being self-taught to read, Fulke looked over any reading material she found and this led her to accumulate certain perspectives and truths.[2]

Along her self-education journey, Fulke also came across references of Isu relics and followed their trail with a vigor. Catching the Order's attention, Fulke was offered a place within the organization. Despite her actual beliefs, Fulke had her talent speak for herself and rose quickly from Palatinus to Maegester. However, she retained the title, "Paladin" for unknown personal reasons.[2]

In her early years of service, Fulke served in the court of Holy Roman Emperor Louis, himself a leader of the Order of the Ancients like his great-grandfather Charlemagne. There, the emperor tasked her to decipher numerous documents that contained an unknown script and language, transcribed from an etchings of a Palatinus who served in the days of Charlemagne.[3] While initially struggling to decipher these words, Fulke worked to expand her knowledge and continued her search for Isu relics throughout Germania and Francia.[4]

Deciphering the Saga Stone

In the early 870s, Fulke travelled to the island of Great Britain and joined the service of King Alfred of Wessex, himself the Grand Maegester of the Order in England. Serving as his personal attendant, Fulke continued her research of Isu artifacts which took her to Oxenefordscire.[5] There, she came into possession of a piece of relic belonging to the late Viking leader Ragnar Lothbrok. Dubbing it as the Saga Stone, she tasked an acolyte by the name of Paul to relocate it to the Evinghou Tower before she was captured by Lady Eadwyn's men for her heretic beliefs and heresy against the Church.[4]

Fulke rescued by Eivor, Basim, and Sigurd

Fulke was held at Saint Albanes Abbey, within the monastery's crypt, by a monk guarding her. However, Fulke was freed by Vikings Sigurd Styrbjornsson, Eivor Varinsdottir, and Hidden One Basim Ibn Ishaq. Quickly, Fulke led the way to a more private setting to talk with her rescuers.[4]

At a farm, Fulke spoke of an artifact called the Saga Stone, which came to England from the hands of Viking Ragnar Lothbrok. After their discussion, Fulke also promised that the stone was being kept by one of her acolytes. Fulke led the way to the stone. Arriving at Evinghou Tower, Fulke and her company went in to find her priest, but his place of refuge happened to be ransacked. However, the priest, Paul, was found dead and Fulke figured that Lady Eadwyn stole her stone. Fulke and her company were called by Lady Eadwyn, who surrounded the group and offered a deal, which was the stone for Geadric's head. However, the deal was rejected as Fulke fought with her company against Eadwyn's men. After defeating the soldiers, Fulke stood back as she watched the Viking siblings argue with each other.[6]

Fulke later spoke with Eivor about crippling Eadwyn's supplies and rations. Arriving at Eatun Barn, Fulke tried to buy the merchant's wares, but to no avail. However, Fulke was soon impressed once Eivor happened to relieve the merchant and took the supply from him. From here, Fulke and Eivor devised a plan to burn Eadwyn's reinforcements alive when they walked near the road. After their attack, Fulke talked with Eivor about Sigurd's proclamation of being a descendent of the Isu. Fulke stated she would join her allies after she prayed for the dead they killed.[7]

Fulke betraying Eivor, Basim, and Sigurd

Fulke later joined Basim, Geadric, Eivor, and Sigurd, after the defenses of the Cyne Belle Castle were weakened.[8] After completing the assault successfully, Fulke and her allies headed inside the monastery and found the Saga Stone. However, King Alfred arrived with his reinforcements with Fulke and her allies having to meet him. Although a deal was met between Sigurd and King Alfred, Fulke ran in and interrupted. Known as Alfred's paladin, Fulke betrayed her allies as she stated that Sigurd figured himself to be a God. Once Sigurd accepted his place and traded himself with Alfred's war thane, Fulke asked Aelfred to have Sigurd in her care and Alfred agreed.[9]

Fulke later sent a letter to Eivor. Fulke stated Sigurd was in her care and how she believed that he is a flesh descendant of the Gods is amazing. At the end of the letter, Fulke admitted to being part of the Order and her title, The Instrument.[10]

The Instrument of the Ancients

Fulke surprising Eivor and Basim

In 874, at Cent, Fulke was being tracked by Basim, in order to find any sign of Sigurd.[11] After a series of events, Fulke was invited by Abbot Cynebert to visit and eat at his quarters near Saint Hadrian's Priory. Knowing better, Fulke killed Cynebert after he prepared a feast for them and Cynebert's newfound allies. Later, Fulke surprised both Eivor and Basim, who entered into the abbot's chambers to see The Instrument greeting them. After a heated exchange, Fulke had no intention in giving up Sigurd and admitted that Sigurd is a reincarnation of the gods of before. After trapping Basim and Eivor, Fulke ordered her guards to kill them and then bring their bodies to Canterbury. Arriving at Cantebury, Fulke amputated Sigurd's right arm in order to wake up his "other side." However, Fulke left a box containing his severed arm of Sigurd for Eivor and Basim. However, Fulke carelessly left evidence of her location to be at a fortress at Portcestre, Suthsexe.[12]

The Siege of Portcestre and death

Fulke taunting Eivor from Portcestre

Around 875, Fulke sent out scouts within the woods to track Eivor and her allies. Fulke's forces immediately ambushed Eivor and her company. Soon, Fulke order her champion to fight as he killed one of Eivor's friend, Brothir. Yet, Fulke's champion fell to Eivor and was defeated.[13]After the ambush, Fulke's supplies and infantry were soon depleted by her enemies, who captured encampments and destroyed resources and infantry.[14][15][16][17]

Before the start of the siege, Fulke sent for reinforcements from Wincestre. Before the assault, Fulke met with Eivor, Soma, and Ubba above from a tower at the main gate of Portcestre. After a heated exchange, Fulke taunted Eivor to try to come and rescue a screaming Sigurd. Afterwards, Fulke was nowhere to be found as she escaped with a wounded Sigurd. Unfortunately, Fulke was seen running to the fortress' church by Eivor. Caught by Eivor and Basim, Fulke left a bleeding Sigurd while stating that she done all she could and that the rest is up to Eivor. Escaping through a hidden ground passage, Fulke made her escape until she was met by Eivor, while Basim took care of Sigurd. Fulke talked to Eivor about the general darkness, but Eivor shut her out and wanted no more babble, just bloodshed. During their fight, Fulke fled once again only to be met by Eivor's army, surrounding her. Fulke was trapped as Eivor vowed to deal with her personally.[18]

Fulke's last fight

Fulke, realizing this is no escape, stated that Sigurd is now truly open to the reality of his fate. Fulke picked up a giant cross from the ground and fought with Eivor once more. With one last ditch effort, a bloodied Fulke fought against Eivor, but was overpowered and killed. After her death, Fulke left behind a medallion and a clue, relating towards the Grand Maegester of the Order of the Ancients. The clue stated that Fulke must always follow "The Father's" orders, not her own.[18][19]

City of Faith

Within another Temple of Mithras in Wincestre, Fulke had sent a letter to the Order members to Wincestre. In the letter, Fulke discovered Alfred's correspondence with the enemy, Poor Fellow-Soldier of Christ, and ordered that Alfred be "burned to ash."[20]

Behind the scenes

Fulke is a character in Assassin's Creed: Valhalla. She is voiced by French actress Gaia Weiss.

Trivia

  • Fulke is one of four Order members who wanted and planned for the death of King Aelfred, along with The Seax, The Gallows, and The Quill.
  • Whether before or after Fulke's death, the letter found in the Temple of Mithras under Wincestre summarized that Fulke ordered that Aelfred be burned to ash for his betrayal. Fulke did not join the three Order members, most likely because of her time studying Sigurd's nature as a Sage.
  • For unknown reasons, Fulke found herself to be the only Warden of Relics, unlike other branches of the Order in England.
  • Her title, The Instrument, coincidentally echoes a similarity with the name of Instruments of the First Will, a secret organization which sought to revive the Isu Juno and restore humanity's place as slaves beneath their creators.

Gallery

  • Concept art
    Concept art
  • Concept art of Fulke as a man
    Concept art of Fulke as a man
  • Fulke confronted by Eivor in the underground catacomb
    Fulke confronted by Eivor in the underground catacomb
  • Fulke in the Memory Corridor
    Fulke in the Memory Corridor

Appearances

References

  1. ↑ Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Database: Fulke
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Target menu: Fulke
  3. ↑ Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – A Bloody Welcome
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Pilgrimage to St. Albanes
  5. ↑ Assassin's Creed: Valhalla
  6. ↑ Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Blood from a Stone
  7. ↑ Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Fiery Ambush
  8. ↑ Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Ringing Cyne Belle
  9. ↑ Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – The Saga Stone
  10. ↑ Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Reporting on Oxenefordscire
  11. ↑ Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – The Abbot's Gambit
  12. ↑ Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – A Bloody Welcome
  13. ↑ Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Reaver of the South
  14. ↑ Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Arrive Unexpected
  15. ↑ Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Let Them Eat Ashes
  16. ↑ Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Scorched Earth
  17. ↑ Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Severing the Lines
  18. ↑ 18.0 18.1 Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named STW
  19. ↑ Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Breaking the Order
  20. ↑ Assassin's Creed: Valhalla – Impaling the Seax

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