Assassin's Creed Lorecast

Assassin v. Templar: President John F. Kennedy Oct 8, 2026 3186 We're back with another assassin v. templar episode, and we're covering (again) someone who's been definitively classified as an assassin or a templar in the AC world. Let us know what you think about Ubisoft's story for JFK! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to chime in on th

Shadows Objective Board Circles: The Hunters of Kyonyo Oct 1, 2026 1936 We're back with one of the final Objective Board Circles. This time, we're looking at those who are hunting down injured monk, Kyonyo. Did you complete this mission? Let us know your thoughts! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to chime in on the conversation? You can bec

Character Deep Dive #28: Sir Henry Green Sep 24, 2026 3100 Today, the Cups are back with another character deep dive! Heading into nineteenth century London, they are taking a look at Sir Henry Green, also known as Jayadeep Mir, also known as The Ghost. Let us know if you disagree with our assessment, or if you have any other thoughts! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!

Was Dolly Parton an Assassin? + More Dolly Questions! | September 2026 Patron Chat Sep 17, 2026 2508 This week, we're back with another patron chat. In honor of Dolly Parton's recent passing, we're discussing a heap of Dolly-themed Assassin's Creed questions. Like....would she be an assassin or templar, which song of hers would be used for assassin propaganda, and much more. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠

Assassin v. Templar: Alfred of Wessex Sep 10, 2026 3236 We're back with another assassin v. templar episode, but this time, we're going to turn it on its head. Because King Alfred, or Alfred the Great, has already been represented in the Assassin's Creed Universe. Instead, we'll ask whether the Assassin's Creed team did justice to the historical Alfred. Let us know what you think! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it

Shadows Objective Board Circles: The Kurai Eikyou Sep 3, 2026 1846 We're back (finally!) with another Assassin's Creed Shadows Objective Board Circles episode. This week, we're looking at the Kurai Eikyou, a later-game circle that's associated with the Wise member of the Shinbakfu. Let us know whether you enjoyed this one! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Tier Ranking Which Remakes We Want Next | August 2026 Patron Chat Aug 27, 2026 2827 This week, we're back with another patron chat. Plus, it's another S through F tier ranking list! Since we just discussed the Black Flag remake, we're ranking all of the games (except for the newest games) by how much they need or how much we want them to get remade. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Assassin's Creed and Halo Crossover | with the Library: Halo Lorecast Aug 20, 2026 5212 This week, we're joined by Austin and Cheyenne from The Library: Halo Lorecast, where we discuss if and where exactly Assassin's Creed and Halo crossover. We also dig into the religious foundations of both of these fandoms, plus where we hope to see them go in the future. Check it out! Check out The Library: Halo Lorecast! Check out Jumperscape Media! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast m

Assassin v. Templar: William the Conqueror Aug 6, 2026 2615 We're back with another assassin v. templar episode. This week, we're digiging into iconic king, duke, Frenchman, and bastard: William the Conqueror. Listen now and let us know what you think about this one! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to chime in on the conversation? You ca

Reacting to Black Flag: Resynced | July 2026 Patron Chat Jul 30, 2026 3465 We're back with another patron chat, and this week, we're discussing our initial reactions to the recent release of Black Flag: Resynced! We discuss what we liked, what we didn't like, what we were impressed with, and what we wish for future remakes and releases. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Assassin v. Templar: Maya Angelou Jul 23, 2026 2219 We're back with another assassin v. templar episode. This week, we're digiging into famous poet, memoirist, and Civil Rights leader, Maya Angelou. Listen now and let us know what you think about this one! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to chime in on the conversation? You can bec

Character Deep Dive #27: Benjamin Hornigold Jul 16, 2026 2369 We're back with another character deep dive, this time very on theme with one of the pirate antagonists from Assassin's Creed: Blag Flag! Benjamin Hornigold, pirate, Englishman, and templar, provides a sharp contrast to Edward's character in BF, and we spend this episode dissecting his choices, behavior, and how he acts as a foil to Edward Kenway's character development. Listen now and let us know

June 2026 Patron Chat: Reacting to Assassin's Creed Confessions Jul 2, 2026 3921 We're back with another patron chat and SirSitsALot joins us to react to submissions to the Tumblr blog, Assassin's Creed Confessions. Some are silly, some are ridiculous, some are even tailored to attack Teecup and SirSits personally, and some are serious with thought-provoking discussion. Listen now and let us know if you agree or disagree with any of these! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lor

Shadows Objective Board Circles: The Pirate Alliance Jun 18, 2026 1863 We're back looking at another Object Board Circle from Assassin's Creed: Shadows. This one is a group of pirates and criminals. They also involve companion Oni-yuri. Listen now and let us know what you think! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to chime in on the conversation? You can becom

Assassin v. Templar: Marie Antoinette Jun 11, 2026 3025 The Cups are back with another assassin v. templar conversation -- this time about the iconic and infamous queen of France! Marie Antoinette, known for saying "Let them eat cake," inspiring one of the French Revolutions, is our subject today. Let us know in the comments if you agree with our conclusions! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Superlative Showdown | May 2026 Patron Chat May 28, 2026 2361 This week, SirSitsALot joins the show again to discuss what which Assassin's Creed protagonists would fit which superlatives. Only this time, we have a predetermined list AND we can't repeat any answers. Listen now and let us know if you would have answered differently! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Shadows Objective Board Circles: The Godai Shinobi May 21, 2026 2415 We're back looking at another Object Board Circle from Assassin's Creed: Shadows. This one is an opposing group of Shinobi that value the Godai philosophy. They also involve companion and potential romance Katsuhime, and serve as somewhat of a foil to Naoe. Listen now and let us know what you think! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Assassin v. Templar: Vladimir Lenin May 14, 2026 3047 We're back with another assassin v. templar episode -- this time we're out of America and heading east, to the land of Russia. We're looking at the founder of Leninism, leader of the Bolsheviks, and uniter of the USSR, Vladimir Lenin himself. Let us know if you disagree or agree with our conclusion! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Shadows Objective Board Circles: The Betrayers May 7, 2026 2442 We're back with another Shadows Objective Board! This time we're looking at the Betrayers of Oda Nobunaga, which is a Yasuke quest. Did you do this one? Comment your thoughts below! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the Master Assass

Character Deep Dive #26: Violet Da Costa Apr 30, 2026 2697 In this week's episode, we're back with another character deep dive, this time covering an almost universally disliked character, Violet Da Costa. We debate whether or not she can actually be considered "important," cover her actions as they relate to the lore, and look at her personality and values. Let us know if you like her! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check

What Assassin's Creed Character Would Be an Influencer? | April 2026 Patron Chat Apr 23, 2026 2174 This week, SirSitsALot joins the show again to discuss what which Assassin's Creed characters would be which kind of influencers -- mommy bloggers? Get ready with mes? Hunting and cooking in the woods content? All this and more! Comment your ideas! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to chime in on

Assassin v. Templar: Malcolm X Apr 16, 2026 3061 The Cups are back with another assassin vs. templar episode – this time, we're taking a look at a leader of the Civil Rights movement, member of the infamous Nation of Islam, and a very misunderstood figure: Malcolm X. Listen now for our assessment of whether he would have been an assassin or templar, and what the Assassin's Creed lore says! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for

Shadows Objective Board Circles: The Corrupt Daikan Apr 2, 2026 2227 We're back with another objective board circles from Assassin's Creed Shadows, this time The Corrupt Daikan. Did you play this mission? Underwhelmed or impressed? Let us know in the comments! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the Mast

What Genre of Game Do You Want to See in Assassin's Creed? | March 2026 Patron Chat Mar 26, 2026 2865 This week, SirSitsALot joins the show again to discuss what genres of video games we definitely do and do NOT want to see in Assassin's Creed. AC cozy game? AC tactics game? AC MMO? All these and more are discussed, so comment and let us know your thoughts! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to c

Character Deep Dive #25: Achilles Davenport Mar 19, 2026 3096 The Cups are back in Assassin's Creed 3 with another character deep dive – this time featuring everyone's favorite cranky mentor: Achilles Davenport. We also cover his appearance in Assassin's Creed Rogue as well as other backstory details. Give a listen and let us know your thoughts on Achilles! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our

Assassin v. Templar: First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt Mar 12, 2026 3474 The Cups are back with another assassin vs. templar episode – this time, we're taking a look at an iconic woman, First Lady, activist, and writer: Eleanor Roosevelt. Listen now and let us know if you disagree with our assessment about whether she (as well as her husband and uncle!) would be an assassin or templar! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠

Shadows Objective Board Circles: The Yamabushi Imposters Mar 5, 2026 2310 The Cups are back with another Objective Board quest from AC: Shadows. This quest follows several different imposters of the Yamabushi throughout Japan, with a coupl e of twists and difficult ones to chase down along the way. Listen now to find out our thoughts! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to ch

What Characters Would Host a Podcast Together? | February 2026 Patron Chat Feb 26, 2026 1736 This week, SirSitsALot joins the show for another patron chat. We're discussing our ideas about which characters (protagonists, templars, and assassins) would host a podcast together, and what said podcast would discuss. Other ideas? Leave a comment with yours! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to

Love in Assassin's Creed | Featuring Jennasis and Virvada of the Two Girls One Ship Podcast Feb 19, 2026 5068 This week's episode is a very special Valentine's Day episode where we discuss love and relationships in Assassin's Creed. We also have two guests joining us -- our podcast friends Jennasis and Virvada from the Two Girls One Ship Podcast. Listen everywhere now! Clips: Bayek and Aya: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=_tOHkG-rrdc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KV3aMnbgyhs http

Character Deep Dive #24: Shay Patrick Cormac Feb 12, 2026 3519 The Cups are back with another character deep dive, this time for Shay Cormac from AC: Rogue! Whether you love or hate this character, you have to admit he's iconic. Making his own luck as the only templar full protagonist of the series, we're covering it all! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to

What Would Happen If Protagonists Swapped Games? | January 2026 Patron Chat Jan 29, 2026 3152 The Cups are joined again by SirSitsALot for our January patron chat, where we discuss what would happen if protagonists swapped games. What happens if Eivor is the star of a game in America? Will the timeline get messed up? Who will survive, who will die, and who will become a star? Listen now and let us know your thoughts! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check i

Assassin v. Templar: Pope Urban II Jan 22, 2026 2779 The Cups are back with another assassin vs. templar episode -- this time, we're taking a look at the pope who started the first Crusade, launching the world into a series of wars that threatened to take it over. Listen now and let us know if you disagree with our assessment about whether Pope Urban II would be an assassin or templar! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone

Shadows Objective Board Circles: The Iron Hand Guild Jan 8, 2026 2539 Welcome to 2026! We're starting year four of the podcast off strong with another Objective Board quest from AC: Shadows. This quest follows the leader, The Iron Hand, and follows different members throughout Japan. Listen now to find out our thoughts! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to chime in on the

Emoji Trivia | December 2025 Patron Chat Dec 18, 2025 2159 The Cups and SirSitsALot are back with the final patron chat of 2025! Teecup leads SirSits and Shecup in Emoji Trivia, where we guess the game based on emojis. 1. 🪓🐺🍻❄️⚔️ 2. 🏛️🎯🔥👑 3. 🕌📜👴🧩🔥 4. 🎨🕵️‍♂️💔🔪 5. 🗡️🕊️🏜️🔺👁️‍🗨️ 6. 🍁🪓🦃⚔️ 7. 🏴‍☠️🌊⚓🍻🎶 8. ⚔️🏺🏛️⚡😈 9. 🕯️⚔️💃💘 10. Hook, meditation, painting, petting dog 11. ⚔️🧊🖤 12. 🎩🧵🥊🗡️ 13. 🐍🌞🏜️🛡️👑 14. 🌙🕌🔪🕵️‍♂️🌀 Now introducing Assassin's Creed

Ranking of All Main Assassin's Creed Games Dec 11, 2025 5258 This week, the Cups rank ALL main Assassin's Creed games out of ten. We based this on story, gameplay, and performance. We've got some hot takes, some mid takes, and some piping cold takes. Listen now and let us know if you agree or disagree! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to chime in on the conversation?

Shadows Objective Board Missions: The Kabukimono and Winter Raiders Dec 4, 2025 2348 We're back with another Shadows Objective Board quest -- this time two! Listen now to learn everything you need to know about the Kabukimono and the Winter Raiders. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the Master Assassin tier or higher and join us ON TH

Protagonist Rankings from S to E | November 2025 Patron Chat Nov 20, 2025 4327 Join the Cups and SirSitsALot to rank the companions on a scale from S (the best) to E (the worst!). Let us know in the comments if you disagree with our conclusions! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the Master Assassin tier or higher and join us ON TH

Character Deep Dive #23: Barnabus Nov 13, 2025 2397 Listen now as the Cups discuss the iconic and hilarious captain of the Adrestia, Barnabus. You'll find out all you need to know about this loveable, goofy guy, and see how he stacks up to other characters in Assassin's Creed: Odyssey. Let us know what you think! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to chime in on the

Assassin vs. Templar: Teddy Roosevelt Nov 6, 2025 3592 We're back with another assassin vs templar episode -- focusing on one of the most iconic, most masculine, most outdoorsy presidents the United States has ever had: TR, Theodore, or Teddy Roosevelt. Listen now to learn about some of his most important policies and efforts, and let us know if you agree or disagree with our conclusions! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyon

Shadows Objective Board Groups: Nobutsuna's Students Oct 30, 2025 2272 On this week's episode, we're back with another objective board circle from Assassin's Creed: Shadows. This time, we're digging into Yasuke's backstory with Nobutsuna's Students. Let us know which you thought was the hardest fight! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patro

What Spooky Story Would You Tell in the Assassin's Creed Universe? | October 2025 Patron Chat Oct 23, 2025 2430 On this week's episode, we come up with some spooky ideas for an Assassin's Creed story revolving around Halloween and other haunted topics. We also discuss the news of Mark-Alexis Cote's resignation from Ubisoft. Note: We discussed this news before Cote released his statement. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to chime

Character Deep Dive #22: Claudia Auditore Oct 16, 2025 3067 In this week's episode, the Cups take a step out of the more recent games and go alllll the way back (almost) to the very beginning. Taking a look at Claudia Auditore's life and service to the assassins, we'll let you know everything about her. What do you love about Claudia? Note: We did have some technical issues this episode, so thank you in advance for your patience! Hopefully our microphon

Shadows Objective Board Groups: The Twisted Tree Oct 9, 2025 2591 In this week's episode, the Cups are still in Shadows, discussing The Twisted Tree. One of the more frustrating objective boards, we dive into how many of us may have been playing this one wrong -- or at least didn't know about some of the options. Listen now and let us know if you made the same mistakes we did. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Assassin v. Templar: Akechi Mitsuhide Oct 2, 2025 2458 We're back with another assasssin vs. templar episode -- this time, with Mitsuhide from AC: Shadows. For most of these episodes, we've covered characters who mainly appear in a minor way in the games, but Mitsuhide plays a prominent role. We analyze this compared to what we know of the real-life Mitsuhide, and whether or not his AC portrayal holds up. Comment and let us know your thoughts! Now

Create Your Own Assassin's Creed Reality TV Show | September 2025 Patron Chat Sep 25, 2025 2975 On this week's episode, we come up with some entertaining ideas for reality television involving the assassins and templars! We also discuss the newly-released Claws of Awaji DLC, with minor spoilers. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the Master Assassin tier or

Shadows Objective Board Groups: The Yokai Sep 18, 2025 2559 Today, the Cups discuss one of the more iconic objective board groups from AC Shadows - the Yokai. A group that subverts expectations until the very last minute. Listen now and let us know your thoughts! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the Master Assassin tier or

Shadows Objective Board Groups: The Butterfly Collector Sep 11, 2025 2428 We're so back! Welcome to Season Seven! We're super excited to be back talking about all things Assassin's Creed. Season Seven will be featuring some character deep dives, more assassin v. templar debates, and diving into the different groups of Assassin's Creed: Shadows. We're starting this week the Butterfly Collector. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out

Assassin v. Templar: President Hugo Chávez Jul 9, 2025 2807 The Cups are back with another episode about a famous historical figure. This person may be our most recent entry yet -- President, freedom fighter, activist, and Venezuelan Hugo Chávez. Listen now and share your thoughts in the comments if you disagree with our takes! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠ Want to chime in on the conver

Assassin's Creed: Buddy Cop Movie: Which Assassins, Templars, and Allies Make the Best Pairings? | June 2025 Patron Chat Jun 26, 2025 2373 The Cups are joined by the patrons to come up with the best assassin, templar, and ally pairings to be portrayed in a buddy cop movie. Who's he good cop, who's the bad cop, who's the best mustache pairing, who's the sassiest pairing, and more answered! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠ Want to chime in on the conversation? You can bec

In-Depth Review of Assassin's Creed: Shadows Jun 19, 2025 4670 SPOILER WARNING: There are heavy spoilers in this episode, primarily the second half, for AC: Shadows! Listen at your own risk. In this week's episode, the Cups go through their ratings of and thoughts on Assassin's Creed: Shadows. We discuss what we liked, what we didn't like, what we loved, and where we think AC is going next. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone!

Assassin v. Templar: John Lennon Jun 5, 2025 2688 In this week's episode, we're back with another artist to evaluate, this time John Lennon, famed member of the Beatles. We discuss his role in the Beatles, his relationship with Yoko Ono, and primarily, whether his political beliefs would have led him more toward the assassins or the templars. Listen now! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our sh

Assassin v. Templar: Nelson Mandela May 29, 2025 2607 In today's episode, the Cups head to South Africa, discussing President Nelson Mandela. An activist working to abolish apartheid, he became South Africa's first president. Listen now to find out all we know about this historical figure and how they factor into Assassin's Creed! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want to chime in on

Assassin v. Templar: Pope Gregory VII May 15, 2025 3170 In today's episode, the Cups topically tackle the papacy, specifically Pope Gregory VII. Listen now to find out all we know about this historical figure and how they factor into Assassin's Creed! Now introducing Dragon Age Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠ Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the First Enchanter tier or higher and join u

Character Deep Dive #21: Edward Kenway May 8, 2025 3376 Today, the Cups discuss renowned pirate, assassin, and father of assassins and templars – Edward Kenway. We break down everything we know about his character before, during, and after AC: Black Flag. We discuss if he ranks in our top protagonists and more. Listen now! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠⁠⁠our shop!⁠⁠⁠ Want to chime in on the convers

Assassin's Creed Talent Show | April 2025 Patron Chat May 1, 2025 3103 The Cups are joined by the patrons to discuss who would do what at an Assassin's Creed talent show. Who's putting on the best show, who's the mean judge, who's the nice judge, who's refusing to participate? All these and more answered! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at ⁠our shop!⁠ Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the

Assassin v. Templar: Chairman Mao Zedong Apr 24, 2025 2971 The Cups are back with another assassin vs. templar showdown! And we're heading back to Asia, but focusing on 20th century China this time. We're taking a look at famous ruler Chairman Mao Zedong. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the Master Assassin tier or higher and join us O

Assassin v. Templar: William Shakespeare Apr 17, 2025 3262 The Cups are back with another assassin vs. templar showdown! And we're still in England. This week, we're taking a look at arguably the most famous writer of all time: William Shakespeare. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the Master Assassin tier or higher and join us ON THE

Spoiler-Free First Reactions to Assassin's Creed: Shadows | March 2025 Patron Chat Apr 3, 2025 2897 The Cups and the patrons discuss their first reactions to Assassin's Creed: Shadows! Spoiler alert: we will not be talking about any major spoilers. Any spoiler will be announced first or will be anything that they've previously shown in trailers. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron

Assassin v. Templar: Anne Boleyn Mar 27, 2025 3602 The Cups are back with another assassin vs. templar showdown! And we're still in England. This week, we're taking a look at the second wife of King Henry VIII -- Anne Boleyn. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the Master Assassin tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://w

Assassin v. Templar: Richard I of England, or Richard the Lionheart | HAPPY SHADOWS RELEASE DAY!! Mar 20, 2025 2785 Join the Cups as they discuss one of the first ever historical characters that appeared in Assassin's Creed: Richard the Lionheart. He ruled over the armies during the Crusades, and left his brother John ruling in his stead in England. Listen now and leave us a comment if you disagree with our assassin or templar prediction. Also, HAPPY AC: SHADOWS RELEASE DAY! Now introducing Assassin's Creed

Assassin's Creed: Shadows Overview – All About Progression Mar 13, 2025 2493 In this week's episode, the Cups go over newly-released information about the progression system in Assassin's Creed: Shadows. Here are the YouTube links mentioned in the episode: Assassin’s Creed: Shadows – Progression: Passive ability - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGbNKA57fUo&ab_channel=Ubisoft Assassin’s Creed: Shadows – Progression: Tanto ability - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yo9m

Assassin's Creed: Shadows Overview – All About Exploration Mar 6, 2025 2533 In this week's episode, the Cups go over newly-released information about the exploration system in Assassin's Creed: Shadows. Here are the YouTube links mentioned in the episode: Assassin’s Creed: Shadows – Exploration: World Map - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pwrUdCsKFgM&ab_channel=Ubisoft Assassin’s Creed: Shadows – Exploration: Synchronization - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zp0v_S61

Assassin's Creed: Shadows Expectations | February 2025 Patron Chat Feb 27, 2025 2869 In this week's episode, the Cups and the patrons discuss everything they're looking forward to about Veilguard ... and everything they're hesitant about, too. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the Master Assassin tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/ac

Assassin v. Templar: Henry, King of Portugal Feb 20, 2025 2560 Henry, King of Portugal ruled from 1578 to 1580, just two short years. He was also a Catholic Inquisitor and Cardinal. Coincidentally, King Henry is also ruler of Portugal during (at least some of) the events of Assassin's Creed: Shadows. Listen now to find out everything we know about this historical figure, and whether or not we think he'll play a role in Shadows! Now introducing Assassin's Cre

Assassin's Creed: Shadows Overview – All About Parkour Feb 13, 2025 2603 In this week's episode, the Cups go over newly-released information about the parkour system in Assassin's Creed: Shadows. Listen now to learn all about how the game will innovate parkour, furthering the distinction between Naoe and Yasuke's roles in the game. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can be

Assassin v. Templar: Oda Nobunaga Feb 6, 2025 2450 In this week's episode, the Cups discuss a character who will be featured in Assassins Creed: Shadows, but who is also pre-established in the AC canon already. It's likely that the canon information surrounding Oda Nobunaga will change once Shadows releases, but this episode covers what we know about him in canon so far. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out a

Assassin's Creed: Shadows Overview – All About Combat Jan 23, 2025 3041 In this week's episode, the Cups go over newly-released information about the combat system in Assassin's Creed: Shadows. Listen now to learn all about how the game will innovate combat, making distinct the roles between Naoe and Yasuke. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the Mas

Assassin's Creed Family Feud with the Patrons Dec 19, 2024 2517 Join the Cups and the patrons as they play Assassin's Creed Family Feud! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the Master Assassin tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/aclorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Assassin tier or higher to get

Assassin or Templar: Napoleon Bonaparte Dec 12, 2024 2620 In this week's episode, the Cups discuss iconic French ruler, Napoleon Bonaparte. Known by his moniker of Napoleon complex, we discuss how he does and doesn't live up to this, as well as where we think he would ACTUALLY fall with the assassins or templars. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become

Assassin's Creed: Shadows Overview – All About Stealth Dec 5, 2024 2273 In this week's episode, the Cups go over newly-released information about the stealth characteristics in Assassin's Creed: Shadows. Listen now to learn all about how the game will innovate stealth, while also returning to an older style of stealth. Take our December patron chat Family Feud survey here! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want

Assassin or Templar: Karl Marx Nov 14, 2024 2872 In this week's episode, the Cups discuss one of the most influential philosophers from history - Karl Marx. We dive into some of his beliefs, which actually differ quite substantially from those who name themselves as Marxists. Listen now to find out if he's an assassin or templar! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the con

Assassin or Templar: Charles Darwin Oct 31, 2024 2447 In this week's episode, we're covering a hotly debated philosopher and scientist, Charles Darwin. His theories are still debated today, and you might not know it, but he does indeed appear in Assassin's Creed: Syndicate. Listen now to find out his affiliation! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can bec

Which Assassin's Creed Character Would Win the Hunger Games? | October 2024 Patron Chat Oct 24, 2024 2373 Today, the Cups and the patrons discuss which characters from Assassin's Creed would win the Hunger Games. We're excluding full Isu gods, since they'd have an unfair advantage, but everyone else is fair game. Listen now to find out who we chose! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at

Assassin or Templar: Roman Emperor Caligula Oct 17, 2024 2230 In this week's episode, The Cups discuss an infamous Roman emperor, Caligula. The name we know him as actually means "Little Boots." Listen now to learn what we think about and what the lore says about his affiliation with the assassins, templars, and/or the Isu. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can

Assassin or Templar: President Abraham Lincoln Oct 9, 2024 2769 In today's episode, the Cups discuss the United States' 16th president, Abraham Lincoln, who was the Commander in Chief during America's Civil War. Check it out to see if we think this president was an assassin or templar – and the answer might surprise you! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can becom

Assassin or Templar: Boudica Oct 3, 2024 2894 In this week's episode, the Cups travel way back to the first century to look at the female chieftain of a Briton tribe, Boudica. She launches a rebellion against Rome to avenge her family. Listen now to find out if we think she would be part of the assassins or templars, or maybe if she has other affiliations! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop

Assassin vs. Templar: J. Robert Oppenheimer Sep 19, 2024 3613 This week, the Cups discuss J. Robert Oppenheimer's proximity to Abstergo Industries and the templars. We also discuss his life, accomplishments, and identities and how this may or may not contribute to his philosophical leanings. Listen now to learn all about this historical character! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on th

Assassin or Templar: Nikola Tesla Sep 12, 2024 2858 In today's episode, we're taking a look at famous inventor, Nikola Tesla, and his affiliation with the Order of Assassins. This is a character who we know for sure in lore was an assassin sympathizer. While that may seem surprising if you know anything about Tesla, check out the episode for how he gets involved with the assassins. Listen now for where we think this character lies. And tell us what

Assassin or Templar: Catherine the Great of Russia Sep 5, 2024 2620 In today's episode, we're discussing whether former Protestant and Russian Empress Catherine the Great would be an assassin or templar. Surprisingly, she doesn't appear much in Assassin's Creed canon - but she is related to some important players! Listen now for where we think this character lies. And tell us what you think via reviews, comments, or discord! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorec

Which Fictional Character Would Make a Perfect Assassin or Templar? | August 2024 Patron Chat Aug 29, 2024 2109 The Cups and the patrons come together to discuss which fictional characters would be a great assassin or templar. From Star Wars to Game of Thrones, Marvel, and more, we have a diverse cast of characters to discuss. If you want to join us on the next patron chat, become a patron at patreon.com/aclorecast. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Wa

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