Assassin’s Creed Hexeis one of many titles on the horizon that will play a role in the franchise’s future success (or shortcomings), among othergames likeAssassin’s Creed MirageandAssassin’s Creed Red.This title is the most mysterious of them all, with Ubisoft being very guarded about the type of game it is.
Despite this, fans have already been hard at work deciphering the most likely setting ofAssassin’s Creed Hexe, with the teaser trailer providing a lot of hints. If this rumored setting is legit, thenHexecould be exploring a unique yet important time in human history among an unexplored culture. As a result,Assassin’s Creed Hexe’s narrative could hone in on a pivotal moment of the Assassin Brotherhood, the Witch Hunts, and show the Brotherhood at its lowest.
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The Theories Behind Assassin’s Creed Hexe’s Setting
Fans were quick to break downAssassin’s Creed Hexe’s teaser trailer, with many fans deducing that the codename “Hexe” is German for Witch. Not only does this point toward a Witch Hunt setting in Germany, within the time of the Holy Roman Empire, but it’s also worth noting that the mysterious language seen in the trailer isn’t Isu either. It’s the Alphabet of the Magi, which was used around the 17th century in various occult practices. All of this, as further proof, pairs well with the sinister imagery of its trailer, showing a dimly lit forest, a crackling fire, and a crudely constructed symbol of the assassins hanging from the trees above the flames.
Basedon this, it seems Assassin’s CreedHexewill take place sometime in the 1600s, the most intense period of persecution against supposed witches. Ultimately, this would confirm thatAssassin’s Creed Hexewill featurethe Assassin Brotherhood as opposed to the earlier organization of the Hidden Ones, with the change between these two factions occurring in 1090 AD. Of course, this means the Brotherhood is likely among those being persecuted, and perhaps it even introduces Isu artifacts as “magic.” However it goes down, showing a low point for the Brotherhood in a dark period of history could do a lot to shape its course from thereon.
How Assassin’s Creed Hexe Can Shape the Brotherhood
WithAssassin’s Creed Hexelikely featuring the Assassin Brotherhood, the game would break the recent franchise tradition offocusing solely on the Hidden Ones. This would be a breath of fresh air on its own, but beyond that, most games put the strength of the Brotherhood at the forefront. Its ability to rebuild is seen inAC1, its ability to fight the Templars are shown throughout Ezio’s trilogy, and its resiliency in the face of overwhelming odds is shown inAC3.But to be hated, persecuted, and seen as vile by everyone, not just the templars, would be a real test.
Assassin’s Creed Hexealso has the potential to actually explore a coven of witches, showing how the Isu influence continues throughout a modern period. Perhaps they will be allies because of their connection to this “magic” and the social isolation they are facing, with the artwork suggesting a moment of weakness, a dark turn for the Brotherhood, isn’t impossible. Of course, the game wouldn’t want to play into the tropes of witches too much, so it would be wise if they were not evil—they were just desperate as enemies of the Templar-infested Holy Roman Empire. A moment of weakness could lead to a strong showing for the Brotherhood.
The other side of that coin is the Brotherhood’s persecution could show it at its most resilient and barebones, having to work off of limited resources and connections. If the aforementionedHoly Roman Empire is the main source of Templar threat inAC Hexe, then it would also be a display of one of the Brotherhood’s most difficult opponents, given the influence and reach of the Empire. With these factors,Assassin’s Creed Hexecould deeply shape the Brotherhood from thereon, telling a needed tale of how the organization persevered through the height of the Templar Order even with odd allies, weak moments, and a sense of impending doom penetrating their very core.
Assassin’s Creed Hexeis currently in development.
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