Elites

Learn how to defeat Elite enemies in Assassin's Creed, including their weapons, armor, and weaknesses like kicks and counters.

Appearance: Elites usually wear gold-plated armor, with some plates being round. They are distinguishable by the small armor covering the lower half of their faces.

Wields: Maces, swords

Immunities: None

Weaknesses: Kicks, Counters, Hidden Blade Counters, Disarms, Execution Streak

General Strategy: Elites are more aggressive than lower-tier enemies like Militia. They are one of the few enemies that will kick you and then attempt to attack. It is best to use standard strikes until you slay them, use counters, or catch them in an Execution Streak, depending on whether you want to take the initiative.