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{{Dialogue2|Piri|Ah! Turkish smoke bombs. Are you curious to try a few?|Ezio|Should I? I have used smoke bombs before, with varying results.|But not like ours. We have a special recipe for deep, dark clouds. Throw one of these and your eyes are useless. You must rely on your hearing, and... any [[Eagle Vision|other senses]] you may have cultivated.|Piri Reis, describing a smoke screen bomb to Ezio.|Assassin's Creed: Revelations}}
{{Dialogue2|Piri|Ah! Turkish smoke bombs. Are you curious to try a few?|Ezio|Should I? I have used smoke bombs before, with varying results.|But not like ours. We have a special recipe for deep, dark clouds. Throw one of these and your eyes are useless. You must rely on your hearing, and... any [[Eagle Vision|other senses]] you may have cultivated.|Piri Reis, describing a smoke screen bomb to Ezio.|Assassin's Creed: Revelations}}
[[File:smoke decoy.png|thumb|150px|right|A typical Smoke Screen bomb]]
[[File:smoke decoy.png|thumb|150px|right|A typical Smoke Screen bomb]]
'''Smoke screen bombs''', also known simply as '''smoke bombs''', are [[Bombs|tactical explosives]] that have been in use by the [[Assassins]], to varying degrees, since their founding as the [[Hidden Ones]] in 47 BCE, and were a regular part of their arsenal during the [[Renaissance]], both in [[Italy]] and [[Constantinople]]. In Italy, they were purchasable from [[blacksmiths]], whereas in Constantinople, smoke screen bombs were required to be crafted using any shell or gunpowder type combined with the phosphorus effect. Additionally, they could also be obtained by looting the corpses of [[Varangians|Varangian]] [[guards]].
A '''smoke screen bomb''', also known simply as a '''smoke bomb''', is a {{wiki|non-lethal weapon|non-lethal}} [[Bomb|explosive device]] which emits smoke upon ignition. As its name implies, its primary function is to create a smoke screen to conceal movement and disorient enemies. Depending on the design, a smoke bomb may momentarily incapacitate targets caught in its field rather than simply hampering vision. For this reason, a smoke bomb is basic yet highly effective tool for stealth operations which can be employed for tactical retreats, escapes, or even offensively in combat.
 
They have been in use by the [[Assassins|Assassin Brotherhood]] since their founding as the [[Hidden Ones]] in 47 BCE, and remains a regular and indispensable part of their arsenal to [[modern times|this day]]. Although stealth is not as central to their ''modus operandi'' as it is to their archenemies, the [[Templars|Templar Order]] also [[Animi Training Program|trained]] their agents to rely on smoke bombs when necessary, most notably as a last ditch escape from assassination.


==Description==
==Description==
Smoke screen bombs used in Constantinople released a thick, dark cloud of smoke, obscuring the vision of those trapped in its radius. Its effect was so great that those inside the smoke screen had to rely completely on their hearing whilst the smoke covered them. It also blinded the vision of Ezio as well, forcing him to use Eagle Sense in order to "see" inside the cloud of smoke.
===Design===
Upon detonation, a smoke screen bomb produces a cloud of smoke dense enough to obscure all vision such that absent special gadgets or [[Eagle Vision]], it would be impossible for the [[humans|human]] eye to penetrate the fog.<ref name="ACR">''[[Assassin's Creed: Revelations]]''</ref> Typically, the smoke is so debilitating that it affects more than just sight, disorienting unprepared individuals by suffocating them. Because the smoke is not commonly designed to last for more than several seconds before dissipating, no permanent ill effects are dealt to those breathing the gas.<ref name="ACAC">''[[Assassin's Creed: Altaïr's Chronicles]]''</ref><ref name="ACB">''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''</ref><ref name="ACR" />
 
===Functions and techniques===
As a result, the smoke bomb is a fairly simple yet enormously versatile explosive device ideal for stealth operations. Its foremost function is to facilitate disengagement from conflict through concealment, permitting quick escapes or tactical retreats.<ref name="ACR" /><ref name="ACAC" /><ref name="ACB" /><ref name="ACU">''[[Assassin's Creed: Unity]]''</ref> However, it may also be used offensively to incapacitate groups of enemies, creating an opening for unimpeded engagement. In an age of fully automatic, high-calibre [[firearms]], this may be necessary for outnumbered, under-equipped Assassins to close the gap against special forces.<ref name="ACS">''[[Assassin's Creed: Syndicate]]''</ref>
 
Aside from combat or escapes, smoke bombs are potent tools for assassination or counter-assassination. Similar to the aforementioned techniques, Assassins have relied on smoke bombs to stun powerful enemies for added insurance before approaching with their [[Hidden Blade]].<ref name="ACU" /><ref name="ACCC">''[[Assassin's Creed Chronicles: China]]''</ref><ref name="ACCI">''[[Assassin's Creed Chronicles: India]]''</ref> Owing to their history as casualties of such assassinations, Templar recruits who participated in the 2011–2014 Animi Training Program learned to deploy last-second smoke bombs at the approach of enemy assassins, providing them the needed opportunity to counter-attack or escape.<ref name="ACB m/p">''[[Asassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' – [[Multiplayer]]</ref><ref name="ACR m/p">''[[Assassin's Creed: Revelations]]'' – [[Multiplayer]]</ref><ref name="AC3 m/p">''[[Assassin's Creed III]]'' – [[Multiplayer]]</ref><ref name="AC4 m/p">''[[Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag]]'' – [[Multiplayer]]</ref>
 
The non-lethal nature of smoke bombs ensures that operatives deploying it have greater control over the injury they inflict on enemies in hostile environments, providing the opportunity for them to avoid killing altogether.<ref name="ACCC" /><ref name="ACCI" />In crowded, public areas, this is especially vital as it permits Assassins to engage or disengage without harming innocent [[civilians]] in accordance with their strict [[the Creed|Creed]].<ref name="ACR" />


It was a highly effective bomb, both at breaking pursuit and disabling any guards, without risking civilian casualties. It did not, however, last for very long, allowing the guards outside its radius (while still unable to pass through) to be capable of attacking.<ref name="ACR">''[[Assassin's Creed: Revelations]]''</ref>
===Variations===
The smoke bomb crafted and employed by the Assassins has historically utilized [[phosphorus|white phosphorus]] as its main component.<ref name="ACR" /> Under the [[Ottoman Brotherhood of Assassins|Ottoman Brotherhood]], smoke bombs were created, like other bombs in their arsenal, with either [[impact shell]]s or [[fuse shells]]. These alter the design of the bomb such that it either detonates upon impact or after a short delay upon ignition, where the former emits a near-instantaneous burst of smoke and the latter a slower stream. Alternatively, the explosive components were encased in a [[sticky pouch]] or modified into a [[trip mine]] instead, creating smoke bombs which stuck to a target for greater precision before engulfing it or which could only be set off by an unwitting trespasser.<ref name="ACR" />


After advancing enough through the [[ranks]] of the Assassin Order, certain Assassin [[Assassin apprentices|apprentices]] were also able to equip themselves with the bombs.<ref name="ACB">''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''</ref><ref name="ACR"/>
An Ottoman-era Assassin smoke bomb had a blast radius of 2.0, 3.0, or 4.0 metres depending on whether [[Indian gunpowder]], [[Arabic gunpowder]], or [[British gunpowder]] were used respectively.<ref name="ACR" /> Similarly, the normal smoke bomb used in the first stage of the Animi Training Program had a blast radius of 3.2 or 4 metres.<ref name="ACB m/p" />


==History==
==History==
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In [[Rome]], during the 16th century, smoke bombs were also able to be purchased from blacksmiths for 350ƒ each, however, only after the smoke bomb pouch was purchased from a [[Tailors|tailor]] for 9500ƒ. This allowed Ezio to carry a total of three smoke bombs at a time.<ref name="ACB"/>
In [[Rome]], during the 16th century, smoke bombs were also able to be purchased from blacksmiths for 350ƒ each, however, only after the smoke bomb pouch was purchased from a [[Tailors|tailor]] for 9500ƒ. This allowed Ezio to carry a total of three smoke bombs at a time.<ref name="ACB"/>
Despite their paramilitary use, smoke bombs have been sold by [[blacksmiths]]
In Italy, they were purchasable from [[blacksmiths]], whereas in Constantinople, smoke screen bombs were required to be crafted using any shell or gunpowder type combined with the phosphorus effect. Additionally, they could also be obtained by looting the corpses of [[Varangians|Varangian]] [[guards]].


{{Main|Piri Reis: Smoke Screen}}
{{Main|Piri Reis: Smoke Screen}}

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Piri: "Ah! Turkish smoke bombs. Are you curious to try a few?"
Ezio: "Should I? I have used smoke bombs before, with varying results."
Piri: "But not like ours. We have a special recipe for deep, dark clouds. Throw one of these and your eyes are useless. You must rely on your hearing, and... any other senses you may have cultivated."
—Piri Reis, describing a smoke screen bomb to Ezio.[src]
File:Smoke decoy.png
A typical Smoke Screen bomb

A smoke screen bomb, also known simply as a smoke bomb, is a non-lethal explosive device which emits smoke upon ignition. As its name implies, its primary function is to create a smoke screen to conceal movement and disorient enemies. Depending on the design, a smoke bomb may momentarily incapacitate targets caught in its field rather than simply hampering vision. For this reason, a smoke bomb is basic yet highly effective tool for stealth operations which can be employed for tactical retreats, escapes, or even offensively in combat.

They have been in use by the Assassin Brotherhood since their founding as the Hidden Ones in 47 BCE, and remains a regular and indispensable part of their arsenal to this day. Although stealth is not as central to their modus operandi as it is to their archenemies, the Templar Order also trained their agents to rely on smoke bombs when necessary, most notably as a last ditch escape from assassination.

Description

Design

Upon detonation, a smoke screen bomb produces a cloud of smoke dense enough to obscure all vision such that absent special gadgets or Eagle Vision, it would be impossible for the human eye to penetrate the fog.[1] Typically, the smoke is so debilitating that it affects more than just sight, disorienting unprepared individuals by suffocating them. Because the smoke is not commonly designed to last for more than several seconds before dissipating, no permanent ill effects are dealt to those breathing the gas.[2][3][1]

Functions and techniques

As a result, the smoke bomb is a fairly simple yet enormously versatile explosive device ideal for stealth operations. Its foremost function is to facilitate disengagement from conflict through concealment, permitting quick escapes or tactical retreats.[1][2][3][4] However, it may also be used offensively to incapacitate groups of enemies, creating an opening for unimpeded engagement. In an age of fully automatic, high-calibre firearms, this may be necessary for outnumbered, under-equipped Assassins to close the gap against special forces.[5]

Aside from combat or escapes, smoke bombs are potent tools for assassination or counter-assassination. Similar to the aforementioned techniques, Assassins have relied on smoke bombs to stun powerful enemies for added insurance before approaching with their Hidden Blade.[4][6][7] Owing to their history as casualties of such assassinations, Templar recruits who participated in the 2011–2014 Animi Training Program learned to deploy last-second smoke bombs at the approach of enemy assassins, providing them the needed opportunity to counter-attack or escape.[8][9][10][11]

The non-lethal nature of smoke bombs ensures that operatives deploying it have greater control over the injury they inflict on enemies in hostile environments, providing the opportunity for them to avoid killing altogether.[6][7]In crowded, public areas, this is especially vital as it permits Assassins to engage or disengage without harming innocent civilians in accordance with their strict Creed.[1]

Variations

The smoke bomb crafted and employed by the Assassins has historically utilized white phosphorus as its main component.[1] Under the Ottoman Brotherhood, smoke bombs were created, like other bombs in their arsenal, with either impact shells or fuse shells. These alter the design of the bomb such that it either detonates upon impact or after a short delay upon ignition, where the former emits a near-instantaneous burst of smoke and the latter a slower stream. Alternatively, the explosive components were encased in a sticky pouch or modified into a trip mine instead, creating smoke bombs which stuck to a target for greater precision before engulfing it or which could only be set off by an unwitting trespasser.[1]

An Ottoman-era Assassin smoke bomb had a blast radius of 2.0, 3.0, or 4.0 metres depending on whether Indian gunpowder, Arabic gunpowder, or British gunpowder were used respectively.[1] Similarly, the normal smoke bomb used in the first stage of the Animi Training Program had a blast radius of 3.2 or 4 metres.[8]

History

During the formative years of the Hidden Ones, Bayek of Siwa made use of smoke bombs as a distractive tool. Centuries later, in 1478, Ezio Auditore da Firenze traveled to San Gimignano to assassinate the remaining Pazzi conspirators, and in particular, Stefano da Bagnone. Upon reaching the abbey where he was located, one of Mario Auditore's mercenaries provided Ezio with a smoke bomb to use upon escape. From there on, smoke bombs were able to be purchased from blacksmiths.[12]

In Rome, during the 16th century, smoke bombs were also able to be purchased from blacksmiths for 350ƒ each, however, only after the smoke bomb pouch was purchased from a tailor for 9500ƒ. This allowed Ezio to carry a total of three smoke bombs at a time.[3]

Despite their paramilitary use, smoke bombs have been sold by blacksmiths

In Italy, they were purchasable from blacksmiths, whereas in Constantinople, smoke screen bombs were required to be crafted using any shell or gunpowder type combined with the phosphorus effect. Additionally, they could also be obtained by looting the corpses of Varangian guards.

Main article: Piri Reis: Smoke Screen

In Constantinople, smoke screen bombs were crafted instead, using an ingredient called phosphorus. Upon speaking to Piri Reis about the bomb, he explained to Ezio on how to use the new explosive. To allow him to try the bomb for himself, Piri sent Ezio on a mission in which the Assassin used the smoke screen bomb to infiltrate a church courtyard and steal the bomb ingredients stored there.[1]

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References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 Assassin's Creed: Revelations
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Assassin's Creed: Altaïr's Chronicles
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 Assassin's Creed: Unity
  5. ↑ Assassin's Creed: Syndicate
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 Assassin's Creed Chronicles: China
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 Assassin's Creed Chronicles: India
  8. ↑ 8.0 8.1 Asassin's Creed: Brotherhood – Multiplayer
  9. ↑ Assassin's Creed: Revelations – Multiplayer
  10. ↑ Assassin's Creed III – Multiplayer
  11. ↑ Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag – Multiplayer
  12. ↑ Assassin's Creed II
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