Valley of Memory Art Released

To celebrate the launch of the Assassin's Creed Mirage Valley of Memory DLC, our very own Aita_Sageblood from TOWCB Art Team released two new pieces of artwork inspired by AlUla and the journey Basim must take to search for his Father.

The first piece of artwork has has many layers to it. The shape in the centre mirrors the pendant from AC Mirage which contains a piece of Basim's childhood home that his father designed, and acts as one of the triggers in the opening scenes of the DLC. It is one of the only possessions Basim has left belonging to Ishaq.

In the centre of the pendant we see travel, which is the theme which connects both of the pieces created by Nate. Although Basim travels alone in this piece of artwork, we know that in canon he was accompanied by his friend and employer Dervis, but the piece reflects that the DLC is indeed a solitary journey for Basim. He travels a great distance of over 800 miles looking for answers.

The blue inside the pendant contrasts to the dull desert landscapes which are almost blurred to focus on the centre-point, but the fuzziness of the desert could also reflect a loss of senses such as vision, which heat stroke can induce after prolonged exposure.

The blue sky could also be a mirage in the distance, and the dull tones of the desert outside of the pendant represent reality. To me, it looks like one of the landmark recreation photos, where people go to sites of significance and hold up a photo of the past, or for Assassin's Creed, travel to a historical site and hold up a screenshot from the game.

Finally, I particularly like the golden Assassin insignias which can be found on the handles of the pendant, with the larger one dangling beneath it.

This is a really focussed piece of artwork with a story to tell.

The second piece of artwork also reflects the theme of travel, and a solitary journey.

I am immediately drawn to the clever use of silhouettes in this picture, which implies that the light is low and the sun is setting. To me though, the silhouettes also resemble shadows, gone from the modern world, only existing now as echoes on the sand.

I love the shape of the camel, and the shadows cast by the cacti. This is a really creative and expressive piece which uses colours, blending and shadows to its advantage.

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