Memory 01: 01 The Berlin Specimen

Follow our step-by-step guide to complete The Berlin Specimen memory in Assassin's Creed Syndicate, including tips for locating and kidnapping Darwin's associate undetected.

Alright, let's dive into the first memory of the Charles Darwin London Story: "The Berlin Specimen." We're starting out right in front of the Charing Cross train station. Your main goal here is to get inside, find Darwin's pal, and then get him out of there without causing too much of a fuss.

The tricky part is that the station's interior is absolutely packed with Blighters. To make things easier, I recommend heading straight for the roof. You can slip inside through an open skylight and then carefully make your way down using the support beams. Keep dropping down between these supports until you're on the beams directly above the main platforms.

Once you're up there, whip out your Eagle Vision to spot your target. He'll be wandering around on the elevated pedestrian walkway at the far south end of the station. Keep an eye out, though – there's a sniper and another guard patrolling that area too.

Your best bet is to position yourself on the girders above that platform. Wait until the target starts heading down the stairs. By then, the sniper and the other guard should be looking the other way. This is your chance! Drop down quickly onto the walkway and follow your target. As soon as he's isolated on the platform, grab him to start the kidnapping. Remember, for the optional objective, you absolutely need to remain undetected during this whole process!

Now, when you're escorting your captive, you'll want to channel your inner stealth master. Walk *very* slowly to keep your detection radius as small as possible. If you're careful, you can actually walk right past most of the enemies without them batting an eye. To further minimize risk, try to weave between the hostiles and subtly alter your path to avoid any guards who happen to be on patrol. Keeping Eagle Vision active while you move is also a smart move – it'll give you a heads-up on any guards ahead.

Your objective is to guide the target through the station to the exit, which will be marked with a green objective marker. Follow the platform you're on, then head left and down a small set of stairs towards the exit at the far end.

Part 3: Kill the Target

The moment you reach the objective marker, your escort will bolt and call in some backup. You *can* fight these guys, but honestly, it's probably not worth your time. Your target will have already spotted the nearest carriage and is making a run for it. Your best bet is to ditch the fight and chase after him.

Quickly grab a carriage of your own and pursue the fleeing target. You can take him out in a few different ways: blast him with your gun, ram his carriage off the road, or hijack his vehicle yourself. If you hijack it, hop out immediately and finish him off on foot in the street.

Once the target is down, loot his body for a crucial quest item and then make your way over to Darwin, who's waiting nearby. Chat with him to wrap up this memory.