Ubisoft is apparently banking on nostalgia and a dark atmosphere. The recent leak of "Rogue" and "j0nathan" significantly changes the image of "Assassin's Creed Witch" and seems to be focusing on a deep connection with the Auditore bloodline.
The previously mentioned name "Elsa" was just a placeholder. The protagonist is to be named Anika and, according to the leak, is a direct descendant of Claudia Auditore, Ezio's sister. This explains the Order's interest in her. Her supernatural abilities are no longer dismissed as mere "witchcraft" but are directly linked to her ancestral heritage.
The leaked dialogue is said to confirm exactly that. Anika recognizes the iconic white hood from her mother's drawings. This makes Ezio not just a guest star, but the emotional and historical link to the entire plot.
UpdateThe leaker has shared further information and a first image, which you can find via Reddit place.
- Ezio will most likely appear via memory discs or Isu technology and will not be physically present.
- An assassin named Wolfgang will appear, who will be your older mentor; he can be compared to Pierre Bellec from "Unity".
- Wolfgang will be morally ambiguous and controversial; essentially, he will be the "evil cop," while Ezio is the "good cop."
- Wolfgang appears early in the story to teach Anika, while Ezio will not appear until much later.
- While this image shows traditional assassin garb, many outfits in the "witch" style can also be seen.
- The main character's full name is Anika Adler; the first name has been confirmed by several sources, but there is still uncertainty about the last name.
Ezio's role: Ghost or memory?
The dialogue lines "Come. Jump with me. One last time for an old man" and the use of the Italian credo "Nulla è reale, tutto è lecito" suggest a mentor role. Since Ezio died in 1524 and the witch trials in Würzburg took place later, a physical appearance is unlikely.
Much suggests an interaction via an Isu artifact or some form of "ghostly apparition," similar to what the series has done with other Assassin legends. Ezio acts as a moral compass for Anika, who is torn between being persecuted as a witch and her destiny as an Assassin.
The setting of “Assassin's Creed Hex“Instead, the focus shifts away from large cities and towards dense forests. A new skill allows players to jump from branch to branch, suggesting a return to the navigation elements from “Assassin's Creed 3”.
The game world is also said to react more aggressively, with NPCs immediately reporting suspicious activity and enemies forming circles to prevent Anika's disappearance. The gameplay appears to be geared towards stealth and guerrilla tactics. Blood pacts and poison systems underscore the game's dark, occult tone.
The Würzburg centralization
Würzburg has also been confirmed as the main location. Historically, the city was the center of massive witch hunts. The task of finding ritual sites and recovering stolen relics thus fits seamlessly into this dark chapter of German history.
The leak promises the "best story since Origins". With a character named Wolfgang and the deep connection to the Auditore family, Ubisoft seems to be finally returning to a character-driven narrative style.
This information is based on unconfirmed leaks. Ubisoft has not yet officially commented on the return of Ezio Auditore or details regarding the protagonist Anika. Until an official announcement is made, these details should be treated with caution. Plans can change at any time during development.
Ac hasn't had a good story since Ezio.
The biggest load of nonsense was in Black Flag.
If the story is good, I might buy it again.