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Part 34
Assassin's Creed Brotherhood

Part 34

Explore the lore of Assassin's Creed Brotherhood, including characters like Warren Vidic, Alan Rikkin, and Altair, and understand the Animus, Abstergo, and the Pieces of Eden.

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Explore the lore of Assassin's Creed Brotherhood, including characters like Warren Vidic, Alan Rikkin, and Altair, and understand the Animus, Abstergo, and the Pieces of Eden.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Who is Warren Vidic and Alan Rikkin? Warren Vidic is the project lead for the Animus operation, which uses genetic memory to find Templar treasures. Alan Rikkin is one of the high-ranking Templar bosses and Vidic's supervisor.
  2. 2
    Who is Altair? Altair is an ancestor of Desmond who lived during the Third Crusade in 1191. He was a member of the Assassins and fought against the Templars. He is not Desmond.
  3. 3
    If Desmond is not Altair, then how can he use Eagle Vision? Desmond can use Eagle Vision due to the 'Bleeding Effect,' where genetic memories from his ancestors bleed into his own. This can make it difficult for him to distinguish between his memories and theirs. This effect allows him to use Eagle Vision at the end of the game.
  4. 4
    What is the Animus? The Animus is a machine that allows subjects to relive their genetic memories, which are stored in DNA and passed down through generations. Desmond is Subject Seventeen.
  5. 5
    What is Abstergo? Abstergo, meaning 'cleanse' in Latin, is a massive corporation that acts as a front for the modern-day Templars. They seek world peace through control, using artifacts and eliminating those immune to their power. Their influence extends to governments.
  6. 6
    What is all the red writing on the floor at the end of the game? The red writing is a message in blood from Subject Sixteen, intended to reveal secrets Abstergo holds.
  7. 7
    What does the following message mean:
            A
      D R H
    O O D T M
  W H B I T D O
E U S Y S I N S E
A R O O M R E A Y N R
I S E Y T N I D L M I D E
T W I H W Y I E A U D A Y H T
    This translates to: "THEY DRAINED MY SOUL AND MADE IT THEIRS. I DRAIN MY BODY TO SHOW YOU WHERE I SAW IT." This is a message from Subject Sixteen, indicating that Abstergo drained their memories (soul) and that they used their own blood to reveal information about an artifact.
  8. 8
    What does this message mean:
    M O R Y M N O E S
E N C E O L C H T
H O N B T L O T C
T D E O S A T O A
P E D S N L S T F
L D D U O O E T E
E A I E I R I N T
H S H K T T K E R
T U A A A N S S A
    This translates to: "ARTEFACTS SENT TO THE SKIES TO CONTROL ALL NATIONS TO MAKE US OBEY A HIDDEN CRUSADE. DO NOT HELP THEM." This is another message from Subject Sixteen, warning about Abstergo's plan to use a Piece of Eden in orbit to control humanity.
  9. 9
    What is the Third Piece of Eden? The Third Piece of Eden can manipulate beliefs, as shown by Al Mualim. It was responsible for biblical illusions. Abstergo plans to use it via satellite to control nations. It has a history of escaping Templar control.
  10. 10
    What does 12212012 mean? This date, December 21, 2012, is the end date of the Mayan calendar and is significant because it's the target date for Abstergo's satellite launch to achieve world domination.
  11. 11
    What does 13.0.0.0.0 mean? This is another reference to the Mayan calendar, signifying a date after the world's end.
  12. 12
    What is 22:13 mean on the giant mural? This refers to Revelation 22:13 from the Bible: "I am the Alpha and the Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End." This likely relates to a sequel's explanation.
Tips
  • Pay attention to the messages left by Subject Sixteen, as they contain crucial information about Abstergo's plans and the Pieces of Eden.
  • The concept of the Bleeding Effect is key to understanding Desmond's abilities and his connection to Altair.
  • The Mayan calendar dates and biblical references hint at a larger, impending event tied to Abstergo's goals.
  • Understanding of the overarching narrative and lore of Assassin's Creed Brotherhood.
  • Knowledge of key characters, organizations, and their motivations.
  • Insight into the significance of the Pieces of Eden and their role in the Templars' plans.

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