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It’s no secret thatAssassin’s Creed Shadowshas been the subject of intense scrutiny since its announcement. From the controversial selection of one of the main protagonists to stiff gameplay that seems far removed from the fluidity expected from the series, it’s not surprising to say the game has faced its fair share of controversy.
However, rather than recycling the same arguments, a more intriguing trend is emerging from the pre-release developers’ interviews and discussions, an odd silence surrounding a core element of theAssassin’s Creedfranchise: the age-old conflict between the Assassins and the Templars. Is this silence a clever ploy by the Isu to hide the truth, or is it simply an effort to avoid spoilers?
The silence that speaks volumes forAssassin’s Creed Shadows
TheAssassin’s Creedfranchise has explored various historical locations across different eras, but one thing has always been constant: the rivalry between Assassins and Templars. This war has shaped the lives of countless protagonists, from Altair and Ezio to Connor and Arno.
At its core, this conflict is not about power struggles or control of powerful items, it’s tied to the very origin of humanity. The foundation for these conflicts is often connected to the mysterious, almostgod-like ancient race, the Isu, whose artifacts are the true source of powerin the franchise’s universe.
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Yet, in all the marketing and pre-release discussions with developers aboutAssassin’s Creed Shadows, there has been no coverage surrounding the war between the Assassins and Templars. Sure, there have been vague mentions of Naoe’s allegiance to the Assassin Brotherhood, but nothing concrete has been revealed.
Given the consistent presence and emphasis on this war in every other title, fans have been wondering if this silence is intentional. What exactly are the developers keeping under wraps? Could this be a deliberate effort to avoid spoilers or is there something deeper at play?
Could the conflict be a major plot point or twist?
Assassin’s Creed Shadowsis going to explore a historical period with rich, untapped potential, the late Sengoku period in Japan. This is a particularly interesting choice, as the Templars were largely absent from this time, due to the strong presence of the Japanese Brotherhood.
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However, the series has repeatedly shown us that the Assassins’ struggle with the Templars transcends time, space, and cultural boundaries. So that’s why the silence around this central conflict, feels less like an omission and more like a deliberate strategy to maintain suspense and avoid spoilers.
Fans have picked up these clues and are constantly speculatingthat the developers are purposely withholdinginformation about the Templars to create a sense of mystery surrounding their role in the game.
As players eagerly await the June 05, 2025, release ofAssassin’s Creed Shadows, the silence surrounding the Assassins vs. Templars war continues to be one of the most intriguing aspects of the game’s pre-release period.
In the end, the absence of this core element in pre-release discussions may very well be a sign of something bigger, something that will redefine the conflict for a new generation of players.
Shubham Chaurasia
Gaming Writer
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At FandomWire, Shubham has spent over a year diving into the evolving world of live-service, action, and open-world games. Whether it’s the democratic galaxy of Helldivers 2 or finishing enemies in titles like Assassin’s Creed or Ghost of Tsushima, Shubham brings a sharp eye and genuine enthusiasm to everything he writes.When he’s not writing, you’ll probably catch him clutching rounds in Valorant or leaping off virtual cliffs into a pile of enemies for the perfect finisher. Outside of gaming, Shubham recharges by hitting the gym or heading out on long, spontaneous bike rides, always chasing the next open road. No matter the game or the gear, he’s always committed to bringing readers timely, accurate, and engaging updates from across the gaming industry.
