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Lingchi (Chinese: 凌遲), translated as death by a thousand cuts, was a form of torture and execution used in China from roughly 900 CE until it was banned in 1905.
Description
The process involves tying the accused to a wooden frame, usually in a public place. Strips of flesh are then cut off the prisoner over a period of days, prolonging their life and extending their suffering.[1]
Known victims
- Liu Jin (1510), a member of the Eight Tigers branded a traitor.[1][2]
Behind the Scenes
Assassin's Creed: China has Liu Jin's execution occur in 1507, Assassin's Creed Chronicles: China implies it to have occurred 1509, wherein Assassin's Creed: The Essential Guide confirms it as 1510.
Appearances
- Assassin's Creed Chronicles: China (mentioned in Database entry only)
- Assassin's Creed: The Official Movie Novelization (mentioned only)
- Assassin's Creed: The Ming Storm (mentioned only)
- Assassin's Creed: China (first appearance)
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Assassin's Creed: China – Chapter 2
- ↑ Assassin's Creed Chronicles: China – Scroll 2