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A view of the island

Chios is a Greek island located in the Aegean Sea. The capital of the island is the similarly named city.

Economy[edit | edit source]

The island is famous for mastic, the fragrant resin produced by the trees in the area.[1] Another product considered of exceptional quality is the wine produced on the island, available to wealthy citizens in places like Athens.[2]

History[edit | edit source]

During the 5th century BCE, the island was home to the Daughters of Artemis, a cult who worshipped the Greek goddess of the hunt, Artemis. The Spartan misthios Kassandra visited the island during the Peloponnesian War.[3]

In 1510, during his voyage to Masyaf the Mentor of the Italian Brotherhood of Assassins Ezio Auditore da Firenze had to stop off at the island of Chios after his ship faced a storm.[4]

Geography[edit | edit source]

The island of Chios was made up of three regions:

Gallery[edit | edit source]

Appearances[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. Assassin's Creed: OdysseyChios: Mastic Farm
  2. Assassin's Creed: OdysseyFamous Cities – Piraeus: The Emporion
  3. Assassin's Creed: Odyssey
  4. Assassin's Creed: Revelations (novel)