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Podcasts Rally the Creed Episode 8 Released 16 July 2024 Gustav Poulsen (Gargudon) Podcast Read More Rally The Creed: Episode 5 Released w/ Gargudon and Col_96 6 September 2023 Gustav Poulsen (Gargudon) Podcast Read More Rally The Creed Episode #4 Released: PRIDE 2023) 23 June 2023 Colum Blackett (Col_96) Podcast Read More The Memory Corridor #25 Released AC Games Versus History & Future Historical Settings 4 June 2023 Gustav Poulsen (Gargudon) Podcast Read More Rally The Creed Episode #3 Released Marketing for Assassin's Creed Mirage, Virtual Photography & AC Netflix 4 June 2023 Colum Blackett (Col_96) Podcast Read More Rally the Creed Video Podcast #1: Assassin's Creed Mirage, New Podcast Format & Choices in AC 10 April 2023 Colum Blackett (Col_96) Podcast Read More AC Mirage & Codename Projects - The Memory Corridor Episode #24 Released 2 April 2023 Gustav Poulsen (Gargudon) Podcast Read More TMC Episode 23 Released 14 January 2023 Gustav Poulsen (Gargudon) Podcast Read More Rally The Creed Episode #3 w/ Kyle Marvell - Hosted by Gargudon 6 November 2022 Gustav Poulsen (Gargudon) Podcast Read More The Memory Corridor Episode #22 Retrospective Look at Black Flag w/ Kyle Marvell 8 September 2022 Gustav Poulsen (Gargudon) Podcast Read More The Memory Corridor Episode #21 Retrospective Look at AC Syndicate w/ ActualSpiderMan 16 July 2022 Gustav Poulsen (Gargudon) Podcast Read More Rally The Creed Podcast: Episode 2 - October Round-up 29 October 2020 Ashlea Blackett Podcast Read More Rally The Creed Podcast: Episode 1 - Introducing The Ones Who Came Before 13 September 2020 Ashlea Blackett Podcast Read More Let's Talk Assassin's Creed: Valhalla #2 ft Col_96 1 May 2020 Colum Blackett (Col_96) Podcast Read More The Memory Corridor: Potential Sequels ft. Irakli 25 March 2017 Gustav Poulsen (Gargudon) Podcast Read More

LATEST Featured Story Valley of Memory Spoiler-Free Joint Review 6 Dec 2025 Review The latest update for Assassin’s Creed Mirage adds the Valley of Memory DLC, a compact yet emotionally powerful adventure that expands Basim’s journey in meaningful ways. Read our full review. Use our Amazon Associate links to support TOWCB. Simply click the links before you begin shopping! Amazon Amazon UK Latest Stories The Great Mystery Of Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe Analysis Interview With Magnus Bruun, Up Now On YouTube Interview AC Community Questions: Phie // CaptureCreed Interview The Birth of a Gaming Dynasty Analysis AC Community Questions: Calvin Whiteway Interview Art Reveal: No Loose Ends by Evil Otamotts Other Valley of Memory Art Released Community Assassin's Creed's Gaming Console Farewells Analysis Creedmas Artwork Released Art AC Community Questions: RS (WonDerNooB) Interview The Ones Who Came Before - 2025 Highlights Community Assassin's Creed Day Artwork Released Art Assassin's Creed Winter Wallpaper Collection Released Community FX Far Cry, Assassin’s Creed Netflix and Ubisoft Television’s Future Breakdown Assassin’s Creed Virtual Photography: 19th November to 12th December Community Valley of Memory Spoiler-Free Joint Review Review Why Assassin's Creed Returning to Steam is Great Analysis Pitching an Assassin's Creed Game: Black Eden Wishlist Assassin's Creed Mirage DLC Wallpaper Collection Released by Frame Hold Photography Community Full Breakdown of the Launch Trailer for Assassin’s Creed Mirage Valley of Memory DLC Analysis Assassin’s Creed Virtual Photography: 22nd to 10th October Community The Perfect Protagonist: Edward Kenway Analysis What AC Mirage's Expansion & Revival Means for the Franchise & Ubisoft Breakdown The Time-Defying Assassin's Creed II Analysis Art Reveal: The Way To AlULa by Serajeddine Community Load More

Assassin's Creed Community Events and Plans for the coming year. Events Each year, we do our best to attend as many events as possible. Here you can find our future plans, and see all the events we attended in the past. 2025 Assassin's Creed Shadows Photo Mode Early Access Opportunity (14th March 2025) TOWCB'S Turið Torkilsdóttir, FrameHoldPhotos and Aaron Young were invited to take part in an early access opportunity for Assassin's Creed Shadows, using the photo mode tool. Assassin's Creed Copenhagen Quiz Night Event Photo Log (27th March 2025) Here are our photos from the Assassin's Creed themed quiz night at Kappa Bar Copenhagen, hosted by Ubisoft Nordic to celebrate the launch of Assassin's Creed Shadows! BAFTA Games in Concert event in London (February 2026) Aaron from our Virtual Photography Team attended the BAFTA Games in Concert event in London, and had the opportunity to meet legendary composers Jesper Kyd and Austin Wintory. 2026 Assassin's Creed Shadows UK Community Launch Event (7th March 2025) TOWCB'S Team Leader Colum Blackett was invited to attend the UK Community Launch event for Assassin's Creed Shadows in Guildford! Event Log Assassin's Creed Shadows Remote Play Session (20th January 2025) TOWCB'S Team Leader Colum Blackett was invited to attend a remote Assassin's Creed Shadows play session, and was able to capture gameplay footage and release initial impressions and feedback on the game! Read it here! 2024 EGX London (26th and 27th October 2024) We are thrilled to announce that Aaron Young (FalconSwift87) from TOWCB VP Team and Lisa Zaman from TOWCB Art Team represented The Ones Who Came Before at EGX London 2024! Look out for our coverage on social media! Assassin's Creed Cast Reunion Digital Event (22nd October 2024) On the 22nd October 2024, the Podcast141 show aired a special live episode featuring cast members from both Assassin's Creed Valhalla and Odyssey. The Ones Who Came Before were represented digitally by Team Leader Colum Blackett ( Col_96 ) and Laury_Runs ! Assassin's Creed Symphonic Adventure (London. May 29th) On the 29th and 30th May 2024, the Assassin's Creed Symphonic Adventure UK Premiere took place in London. The Ones Who Came Before were represented by Aaron Young (FalconSwift87: Isu_Network Virtual Photography Team), Lisa Zaman (Art Team) and Louise Chase (TheNerdyArcher: Isu_Network Writing Team) on the night of Wednesday 29th May! Here are our photos from the event! Wales Comic Con 2024 (April 7th 2024) Col and Michael from TOWCB Core team attended Wales Comic Con 2024 in Wrexham! Although no Assassin's Creed guests were present at the event, it was great to see a life-sized statue of Ratonhnhaké:ton (Connor) on display in the Main Hall! Check out our video log on Tiktok or Youtube ! 2023 Assassin's Creed Mirage Red Carpet Digital Event (September 28th 2023) Just before the launch of Assassin's Creed Mirage, we were invited to attend an online event exclusively for community members. The event was unlike any other we have ever attended, and featured a mini game where everyone controlled a 'chibi-style' Basim, then a one hour play session of Assassin's Creed Mirage. Event Log Assassin's Creed Roleplaying Game Digital Early Access Event (September 2023) Back in September, we were lucky enough to be invited to attend a digital event for the upcoming 'Assassin's Creed - Roleplaying Game' by CMON Games and Ubisoft, which is due for release October 2024. Event Log Insomnia Gaming Festival #i71: Ubisoft Community Cosplay Competition (September 2023) Col, Aaron and Michael from TOWCB attended the 2023 Ubisoft Community Cosplay Competition at Insomnia Gaming Festival #i71 in Birmingham. Photo Log Highlights Video Ubisoft Community Celebration Awards (January 28th 2023) Col and Lisa from TOWCB Team were invited to attend the Ubisoft Community Celebration Awards in London! Check out our photos and thoughts on the event here! 2022 We are thrilled to announce that C ol_96 & Ashlea_97 from TOWCB admin team have been invited to join Ubisoft_UK alongside members of the Assassin's Creed Community for a special Ubisoft Forward watch event taking place at the Guilford office! UPDATE: Due to the sudden death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the UK event was sadly cancelled as the UK entered a period of mourning. Assassin's Creed Showcase: Ubisoft Forward Early Access (September 6th) We can now reveal that today, 6/9/22, we were given an early preview of the upcoming AC Showcase event, outlining the future of the franchise. We are VERY excited for what's to come, and feel confident in Ubisoft regarding the future of the brand. Ubisoft Forward airs 10/9/22. Wales Comic Con Homecoming (August 21st 2022) Col and Ash from the admin team attended Wales Comic: Homecoming. We joined our good friends at Assassin's Creed United Kingdom for a meet-up, and caught up with voice actor Matt Ryan! Here are our photos from the event! Dawn of Ragnarok Online Press Event (2/2/22) We can now reveal that on the 2nd February 2022 we attended an online Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Dawn of Ragnarok Press event! Here is our information round-up from the event. 2021 Community Call (10/3/21 at 7pm GMT) The first event of 2021 was a 'Community Call', which took place on our Discord server. We took questions on everything Assassin's Creed, and discussed community management with our fans. If you missed the event, we will be holding more in future. We look forward to speaking with you . Facebook event 2020 HomeCon 2020: Assassin's Creed Panel (10/4/20 - 11/4/20) Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic, we were unable to attend any physical events in 2020. We did however attend HomeCon, a virtual comic con event that featured an Assassin's Creed panel! Read our review of the event here 2019 Assassin's Creed Fan Meet-up/ Symphony Event (October 2019) Our admins Col and Ash attended the Assassin's Creed Symphony event in London. Before the event, they were invited on an open bus tour of London with UK Community Members, and a special meal with Michael Antonakos (Alexios), kindly arranged by Ubisoft. Event Diary E3 2019 - Ubisoft Conference Live Discussion Event (7/7/19) We held a live-discussion event with our fans, covering all of the Assassin's Creed news and announcements from E3 2019. Facebook Event 2018 Wales Comic Con - Part 2 (December 2018) Our admins Col and Ash joined AC UK, Paul Amos and Abubakar Salim at Wales Comic Con for a community meet-up! Photos Wales Comic Con - Part 1 (April 2018) Col_96, Dave Woodward and Ashlea_97 organised an Assassin's Creed Community Meet-up at Wales Comic Con 2018, featuring Matt Ryan! Photos 2017 EGX (September 2017) Our Admin Col_96 and Community Member Ash put together a Vlog from Day 1 and 2 at EGX 2017, featuring exclusive behind the scenes footage from the Ubisoft booth. Gamescom 2017 Our Admin Sofija attended Gamescom 2017 as a Ubisoft Star Player, and was featured on a video by Ubisoft titled "Meet the Ubisoft Star Players at Gamescom 2017" MCM Manchester 2017 Col and Ash attended Manchester Comic Con 2017. Here are our photos from the event. 2016 Assassin's Creed Movie: Fan Screening Event (Dec 2016) Col joined attended the Assassin's Creed Movie Fan Screening event in London with other UK community members. Event Diary Gamescom (August 2016) Col attended Gamescom 2016 in Germany as a Ubisoft Star Player. Event Diary Assassin's Creed Movie Press Event (May 2016) Ubisoft invited Col to attend an exclusive press event for the Assassin's Creed Movie in London, where the first 20 minutes were shown to journalists. Director Justin Kurzel was in attendance! Event Diary Vlog Edinburgh Comic Con (April 2016) Col attended Edinburgh Comic Con 2016, and met Cas Anvas, who provided the voice performance for Altair in Assassin's Creed Revelations. Photos MCM Liverpool Comic Con (March 2016) Col attended MCM Liverpool Comic Con 2016, and met Paul Amos and Victoria Atkin, who play Jacob and Evie Frye in Assassin's Creed Syndicate! Photos

The Great Mystery Of Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe Analysis Share 1 Mar 2026 Written By: Edited By: Hayden Bird Gargudon Back To Database When Ubisoft announced the existence of upcoming Assassin’s Creed games back in 2022, one announcement felt like a real mystery with a short but unique trailer that showed a potential darker tone that the franchise could be attempting soon. This game in question is Assassin’s Creed Codename Hexe . It is still without a real title, hence the codename, but many are speculating that the game is set during 16th-century Central Europe with some thinking the game could touch on the infamous Witch Trials of that era. The entire majority of Codename Hexe is unknown, but it has many fans excited to see where Ubisoft will take the Assassin’s Creed series next. This game has a lot of potential and is likely the most anticipated project in the franchise at the current time. Ubisoft announced this game along with Codename Red that eventually became Assassin's Creed Shadows at their 2022 showcase. The real name and premise of Codename Hexe remains unknown. The reveal of both was seen as a huge commitment to the franchise and a tribute to the faithful fans who have followed these games for well over 15 years. Both games were announced together and it was known Shadows was going to be the first to be released, but this other one remained a mystery. Many fans point to the brief teaser trailer Ubisoft released alongside the announcement, as a sign of what to expect when the game does arrive. The Assassin’s Creed series has never been afraid to take risks, and the development of Codename Hexe proves Ubisoft is willing to push the boundaries of what the franchise is at its foundation. This game could be a serious chance of pace for the series potentially to a level gamers have yet to see from the developers. Assassin's Creed Codename Hexe Insignia Many expect Codename Hexe to be on the horizon, as Shadows is nearing its first anniversary and the franchise is teasing new entries into the series. Whether it be a full on new game or one of the remakes Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot announced a couple years ago, the franchise is not slowing down despite nearing its 20th anniversary. Codename Hexe is a real opportunity for Ubisoft to take the franchise to all new heights, and continue to show why it continues to be as strong as it is. Codename Hexe has the potential to be something we aren’t familiar with, and really change the game for the developers at Ubisoft. Codename Hexe is easily the most anticipated release in the series right now, and the fact that the near entirety of it is a mystery shows to fans that the game could be a real wild card compared to what we are used to from the franchise. This is a golden opportunity for the developers at Ubisoft to create a game that defies an entire genre, and shows that this franchise can go in directions some would have considered impossible years ago. The rumored historical time period of the game is a great era in history to explore, and the ways in which Ubisoft could take this route could be a huge difference maker. The 16th-century Central European Witch Trials are one of the more interesting and unique time periods in all of history. If Ubisoft chooses to go this direction, there are endless possibilities to their creativity. One can only imagine how many things there would be to do both main missions and side content that have so many opportunities to take the franchise to a whole different level. Promotional art featuring all main protagonists The word on the development cycle is all silent from the developers at Ubisoft, which is the way they clearly want things to be. Codename Hexe’s brief teaser trailer has already given fans their chances to speculate and predict before a full on reveal happens. From those who watched the trailer already, it is a mysterious shot of the famous Assassin insignia that is built from twigs tied together, hanging from a tree in the dark with a campfire lit nearby. The trailer ends within half a minute, and fans were left speechless as the fact that a short little teaser trailer could excite so many and create so many fan theories is impressive. Codename Hexe appeals to more than just fans of the Assassin’s Creed franchise, it offers a unique experience potentially to those unfamiliar with the games before. It is evident this mysterious title carries purely unlimited potential, and if it ends up being such a different game than what most are used to in the series, it can draw interest from all the other gamers who were not previously fans. If any game in the franchise has potential to lure interested fans in, this would be the one. Both Assassin's Insignia's revealed at Ubisoft Forward 2022 The anticipation for this mysterious upcoming instalment remains high, despite it still being a pure mystery and the developers can certainly build on the early hype and use it to their advantage. There are so many angles Ubisoft can take here, and whichever direction they take, there is no doubt we are in for an incredible gaming experience that may overtake any prior game in the franchise as the potential is limitless. It is a daunting task for the developers to both be able to hit all the goals for the game and satisfy the high expectations from fans, but if there is one thing we have gotten used to from Ubisoft, is that we are rarely disappointed. Codename Hexe offers potential to the series that perhaps even prior games may not have been able to achieve. While we may be still a while away from its release, there is no doubt that when the game is indeed ready, it will exceed expectations and become a true difference-maker in the franchise that transforms it in ways never thought possible. The time building up to the full reveal of the game will be an impatient task, but there is no doubt that in time, the fans will be blown away with what this game turns out to become. One thing is certain, we are in for a massive adventure and incredible experience when it does finally arrive. comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. About the Author Hayden is a passionate Freelance Writer based in South Carolina who joined TOWCB's Writing Team in 2020 during the Covid-19 Pandemic, writing articles on all things Assassin's Creed Valhalla. He left the group to focus on studies, joining our Alumni program, but triumphantly returned with fresh ideas in 2024 to pick up where he left off, only this time covering Assassin's Creed Shadows. In 2025, Hayden took on the position of Team Leader for TOWCB's Writing Team, overseeing article releases, assisting with recruitment and providing assistance with internal operations. Hayden Bird

Gustav / Gargudon is an active community member, who started out in podcast hosting in 2016, but today mostly specialises in video creation, interviews & composing. By joining The Ones Who Came Before in 2019, originally reviving 'The Memory Corridor' podcast, which had been offline for nearly a year, he has had the opportunity to expand his audience and further develop his skills.

 His unique skill set made him the perfect candidate for our team. Among other things, he is known in the community for the Sounds Of History project - an original Assassin’s Creed inspired instrumental music project, featuring five tracks inspired by as many different games - other original fan themes plus covers of iconic AC tracks, as well as video interviews with a number of high profile names in the world of AC, from Roger Craig Smith, Jesper Kyd and more. Fun fact, among his growing colourful tattoo collection, Gustav is the only member of our team to have the TOWCB logo inked. Previous Next Gustav Poulsen (Gargudon) Video Content Gustav / Gargudon is an active community member, who started out in podcast hosting in 2016, but today mostly specialises in video creation, interviews & composing. By joining The Ones Who Came Before in 2019, originally reviving 'The Memory Corridor' podcast, which had been offline for nearly a year, he has had the opportunity to expand his audience and further develop his skills.

 His unique skill set made him the perfect candidate for our team. Among other things, he is known in the community for the Sounds Of History project - an original Assassin’s Creed inspired instrumental music project, featuring five tracks inspired by as many different games - other original fan themes plus covers of iconic AC tracks, as well as video interviews with a number of high profile names in the world of AC, from Roger Craig Smith, Jesper Kyd and more. Fun fact, among his growing colourful tattoo collection, Gustav is the only member of our team to have the TOWCB logo inked. Instagram Work

Welcome to the Program The AC Partnership Program (Isu_Network) is a community initiative created by The Ones Who Came Before, which aims to promote and share content. The program is a great way for content creators to gain recognition for their work within the community, and expand to a wider audience. The program hosts a whole range of projects and feature content created by talented members of the community. We aim to amplify community voices. The program also aims to create more opportunities for our community members, such as interviews, giveaways, and more. Out team are working behind the scenes on a number of projects such as art demos, cosplay guides, podcasts, video logs, and walkthrough videos. We are always recruiting, and are carefully monitoring our social media channels and contacting potential partners. The future is bright, and we would love to get more people involved! For some, the program is a stepping stone into the world of journalism; for others, it is the opportunity to work as part of a team, developing skills and making friends within the community. Our partners are encouraged to create regular content for the Assassin's Creed community, with the help of our admins. Partners Aaron Young Bio Charlie Cooper Bio Gustav Poulsen (Gargudon) Bio Jebs Bio Phie // Capture Creed Bio SisterlyThrower Bio TheÆlchemist Bio Zephryss Bio Aita_Sageblood Bio Eric Allen // Milz_VP Bio Hayden Bird Bio Laura M. Jung Bio RS (WonDerNooB_VP) Bio Taylor McKay (TMAC) Bio Turið Torkilsdóttir Bio Calvin Whiteway Bio Frame Hold Photography Bio James Davis (TopChef1288) Bio Otamotts (Evil) Bio Shaya Fury Bio Thea (Moonchildgecko) Bio Yasmin Page Bio Alumni ActualSpider-Man Bio Aureliusz DArccc Bio Caleb Allen Bio Jack Harrison Bio Jarrett and Tiffany Bio Kevin (Going Viking) Bio Lisa Zaman Bio Michael Smith Bio Noon (TheHiddenVirtuals) Bio Renzo // CapturesByRenzo Bio Al Boncompagni (It’s A Creed) Bio Ben Weal Bio Edenoi Bio Jaime (aSassysCreed) Bio Junaid Iqbal (Medjay_Graphics) Bio Kyle Marvell Bio Louise // TheNerdyArcher Bio Mieke Dix Bio Preston Carbonaro Bio Serajeddine Bio Ashlea Blackett Bio Brandon McDonnell | Sirmcdonnell Bio Finn Fletcher Bio James (FlickzKiller) Bio Katrina Stark Bio Lauren Harris Bio Michael Doyle Bio Muhamad Verrell Bio Quela Bio Sophia Bio The AC Partnership Program is seeking to expand its membership through recruitment. If you have a passion for Assassin's Creed and wish to get involved, get in touch and let us know more about your interests and expertise! Recruitment

Interview With Magnus Bruun, Up Now On YouTube Interview Share 28 Feb 2026 Written By: Edited By: Gustav Poulsen (Gargudon) Gargudon Back To Database In the beginning of the month, Gargudon from the TOWCB team had the opportunity to sit down with actor Magnus Bruun - known in the community for voicing Eïvor Varinsson in Assassin's Creed Valhalla, as well as hit Viking show The Last Kingdom - for a chat, talking everything from the role of Eïvor and preparation for, the landmark Viking series, Valhalla releasing during lockdown in 2020, Norse culture then and today and more. Full interview is up now on our YouTube channel! Enjoy! A big thanks to Magnus once again for taking the time to do it and being awesome, and stay tuned for more interviews with more high profile Assassin's Creed voice actors, composers and more, hopefully coming sooner than later! comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. About the Author Gustav / Gargudon is an active community member, who started out in podcast hosting in 2016, but today mostly specialises in video creation, interviews & composing, holding the dual roles of Strategist / Wellness Specialist. By joining The Ones Who Came Before in 2019, originally reviving 'The Memory Corridor' podcast, which had been offline for nearly a year, he has had the opportunity to expand his audience and further develop his skills. His unique skill set made him the perfect candidate for our team. Among other things, he is known in the community for the Sounds Of History project - an original Assassin’s Creed inspired instrumental music project, featuring five tracks inspired by as many different games - other original fan themes plus covers of iconic AC tracks, as well as video interviews with a number of high profile names in the world of AC, from Roger Craig Smith, Jesper Kyd and more. Fun fact, among his growing colourful tattoo collection, Gustav is the only member of our team to have the TOWCB logo inked. Gustav Poulsen (Gargudon)

AC Community Questions: Phie // CaptureCreed Interview Share 25 Feb 2026 Written By: Edited By: Phie // Capture Creed Colum Blackett Back To Database Welcome back to another article in our Assassin's Creed Community Questions series, made up of interviews with Assassins based around the world. This week, we are joined by Phie / CaptureCreed , who joined our Assassin's Creed Partnership program as a Video Content Creator in early 2026, best known for her TikTok video edits. Col: Hi Phie, thank you for joining me for this interview. Please could you tell us a little bit about yourself and your role within the Assassin's Creed Community. Phie: Hi, my name is Sophie (or Phie online) and I’m 24 from Ireland. I’m a full time barista, with a degree in Cinematic Arts. My hobbies include editing, writing, acting, and singing. I have edited/directed many short films in university, but it was only after that, that I began making Assassin’s Creed edits. There was a slight learning curve (despite having editing experience) when it came to making “edits”, rather than longer, slower paced content I did in university. I’ve been doing it for just over two years now, and I’m so glad I started. I am very excited to be part of the team, and can’t wait to see where this takes me! Sophie (Phie) Col: Do you have a favourite piece of content? Phie: Probably has to be the interview with Roger Craig Smith. The guy has voiced so much, and voice acting is one thing I’ve thought about exploring, so it was really cool to see that. Col: How excited are you for the future of Assassin’s Creed? Phie: I am always eager to see what Ubisoft will release next. I am a huge history buff (one reason I love the Assassin’s Creed franchise so much) I always look forward to seeing what time period and setting will be explored next! Col: Which Assassin’s Creed game have you been playing recently, and which game are you playing next? Phie: I have been replaying Origins, and plan to replay Mirage as I haven’t gotten round to playing the free DLC that was released a few months ago. Col: Have you visited any of the locations from the games? Phie: I have not unfortunately! Although I do plan to go to Italy and Greece sometime in the future. Col: Which Assassin’s Creed game is your favourite and why? Phie: My favourite Assassin’s Creed Game is Black Flag. The setting, the sailing, and the story (I love a good redemption arc) is what I loved most about it. Nothing beats exploring the Caribbean, especially as a pirate. Promo image for AC IV Black Flag Col: Have you attended any events within the Assassin’s Creed community? Phie: I have not attended any events unfortunately, but I definitely would if the opportunity arose. Col: Do you have a favourite Assassin’s Creed Community moment/story you’d like to share? Phie: I don’t have a specific moment per se, but what stands out most for me is experiencing how supportive the AC community is towards smaller creators. If it wasn’t for the support from my mutuals, I don’t think my account would have grown as it has. Likewise, they have helped to motivate and inspire me-I’m always trying to improve. Col: What would be your dream setting for the upcoming AC Netflix show or future games? Phie: I think an Assassin’s Creed game based in Amsterdam, specifically the Dutch Golden Age, would be a great maritime-style setting. The city itself is packed with tall buildings-perfect for parkour (like AC Unity) and the canals would be reminiscent of Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood. The port was huge for trade worldwide, with the Dutch East Indian Company perhaps playing the Templar role. I believe it has solid foundations for a good AC story. Col: Do you have any personal AC goals you’d like to achieve? Phie: I’ve always wanted to meet/interact a few of the voice actors - I almost got to meet Matt Ryan (who voices Edward Kenway) at Comicon, but because of circumstances at the time I couldn’t go. Col: What would you say is your most significant community achievement to date? Phie: It has to be when Ubisoft Deutschland and Ubisoft UK commented on two of my edits - it felt like a huge achievement that they had even seen it, never mind commenting! Col: What is your favourite part of being a community member? Phie: Honestly just finding a group of people who like Assassin’s Creed as much as I and being able to interact and discuss the games. The editing community is so strong on TikTok, and we all support each other’s work. I began editing as just a hobby, and never expected to be apart of such a big community. It’s a great feeling receiving that recognition and have people enjoy your work, that’s for sure! Col: Do you collect AC merchandise? If so, what’s your favourite item? Phie: I collect a bit! I have all of the novels, some posters, etc. But my favourite definitely has to be my Edward Kenway cosplay. I haven’t had the opportunity to wear it to any events/cons-yet! Col: What advice do you have for people looking to get into content creation, in particular, video editing and recording. Phie: Generic answer: just do it. The only regret you’ll have is not starting sooner. Even if it’s at a baseline level, content creation is a great tool for pursuing what you’re passionate about, whilst also providing an incentive to improve your work. I’ve found I’ve improved so much more because I’m posting online; it’s nice to put your work somewhere. Col: Where can our community members find you online? Phie: @Capturecreed is my handle for both my TikTok and Instagram. comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. About the Author Phie, better known as Capture Creed is a TikTok video content creator, who joined TOWCB in early 2026 to help the team inject a degree of personality and fun into future content. She is known on TikTok for her Assassin's Creed edits using CapCut and other platforms, and is excited to work alongside the team in 2026 and beyond to expand her reach within the community and increase her opportunities. We are thrilled to welcome Phie to the team and look forward to working with her to create unique content which is both memorable and engaging. Phie // Capture Creed

The Birth of a Gaming Dynasty Analysis Share 22 Feb 2026 Written By: Edited By: Hayden Bird Colum Blackett Back To Database The very first Assassin’s Creed was revolutionary and groundbreaking in the gaming industry when it released way back in November of 2007. The game changed the standards that modern games still follow to this day. The first game became a pioneer in the stealth game genre, along with parkour being used in games the way it is all these years later. The first game is responsible for building an empire in the gaming industry by turning the Assassin’s Creed series into a dynasty. The game was responsible for inspiration that games today still use. It did this by powerful storytelling, revolutionary gameplay mechanics, and changing the industry with something nobody had ever seen before in a game. The fact that the first Assassin’s Creed almost never existed goes to show you that the developers at Ubisoft knew they had a great idea on their hands, and capitalized on their creativity. Assassin's Creed titles The first Assassin's Creed almost never happened because the developers initially saw the game as an expansion to a prior Ubisoft game known as Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time , which was released in 2003. The first game in the Assassin’s Creed series was seen as a small story DLC to another game, and it is a good thing Ubisoft trusted their instincts and proceeded to capitalize on the idea they created. The game was originally titled Prince of Persia: Assassin’s , before being abandoned and turned into its own standalone game which became the Assassin’s Creed series we know today. It is hard to believe a franchise with as much popularity and success as this one almost never existed. The series turned into a juggernaut of gaming franchises, and it all started with the first release in 2007. The first Assassin’s Creed game told the story of Altair Ibn-La’Ahad and his journey in the historical time period of the Third Crusade. It takes place in the Holy Land in locations such as Jerusalem, Damascus, and more. The setting that was featured was a perfect place to start in as the location has yet to be revisited or reused almost 19 years and countless sequels later. It shows that the first game was set in a great and ideal time period that would captivate fans and start its rise to fame. The game, as we see today, focuses heavily on stealth and parkour. The ability to traverse and leap across the map all while sneaking around is a feature not seen in many video games before its 2007 debut. Fans loved the ability to explore the open world and follow the journey that the protagonist, Altair started. The game is still seen today as potentially the most groundbreaking release in history. Especially so given the fact of the dynasty it started. Promo image for Assassin's Creed (2007) The first Assassin’s Creed focused heavily on stealth gameplay mechanics and using secrecy to complete objectives. Although a lot of the missions were faced with some repetitive aspects such as eavesdropping and tailing a target, it was the first of its kind, so although it certainly became repetitive after some time, it included elements that no other games included before the release of this game. It is no surprise the game was a financial hit by selling over 8 million copies worldwide and selling 2.5 million copies alone in its first month. These are very impressive numbers given the unfamiliarity all gamers had with it at first. It is evident the game was so desirable to gamers back in 2007 just based on the game itself compared to reputation status. It is even more impressive the game sold as well as it did as the first Assassin’s Creed title has yet to receive any port, remaster, or remake using modern technology and adding it to current platforms. The game remains only playable on the very dated and unsupported PS3 and Xbox 360 consoles and released on PC as well. Its lack of availability on modern hardware is a debate many fans have started over the years by asking the developers to start a full on remake of the original classic. It is understandable why gamers would want such a classic and monumental game released for modern platforms in an era where remakes and remasters are all the rage. It would have been difficult to believe the idea of the empire of a franchise the Assassin’s Creed brand would become back in 2007. Nobody could have predicted how the Assassin’s Creed series would end up becoming one of the best-selling gaming franchises of all time if this was prior to the original release over 18 years ago. The greatest thing the developers at Ubisoft did was building off the momentum the first game created, and not letting its popularity die down. They started work on a sequel shortly after the first game was a smash hit, and the rest became history. The original Assassin’s Creed game belongs on a small list of games that changed the industry forever. It is responsible for starting one of the biggest gaming dynasties ever created and inspired the way other developers built their own games by using the techniques Ubisoft used when building the first game in the series. Its impact on the world cannot be understated, and there's no doubt decades from now the original Assassin’s Creed game will be in history books one day. Promo image showing Assassin's Creed protagonists comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. About the Author Hayden is a passionate Freelance Writer based in South Carolina who joined TOWCB's Writing Team in 2020 during the Covid-19 Pandemic, writing articles on all things Assassin's Creed Valhalla. He left the group to focus on studies, joining our Alumni program, but triumphantly returned with fresh ideas in 2024 to pick up where he left off, only this time covering Assassin's Creed Shadows. In 2025, Hayden took on the position of Team Leader for TOWCB's Writing Team, overseeing article releases, assisting with recruitment and providing assistance with internal operations. Hayden Bird

Rally The Creed Podcast The Ones Who Came Before Team are proud to present Rally the Creed, an original live podcast hosted by members of our team! The live show, which airs on a Sunday at 10pm GMT on TikTok is hosted by Colum Blackett (UK AC Community Ambassador) & James Davis (TOWCB Video Content Creation Team Leader). Each week a new guest is invited on to the show, lifting the lid on the lives of content creators, their honest thoughts and feelings on the franchise, and hopes for the future. We hope that this new and exciting structure keeps the podcast fresh, and helps it to stand out from other fan projects. The new series will cover a huge range of topics relating to the Assassin's Creed series, and give a voice to community members. For some, the podcast will provide the opportunity to step out of the shadows for the first time, and introduce themselves to the community, whilst for others, it becomes a meeting place for long-time fans of the series to discuss all things Assassin's Creed. Edited by Charlie Cooper (TheAssassinsLord) Music by Gustav Poulsen (Gargudon) Rally The Creed Live! Add a Title 29) In episode #29 of Rally the Creed Live, an Assassin's Creed Podcast, Host James ‪@Topchef-1288‬ is joined by our guest ‪@ScouseAssassin‬ Topics include: Ubisoft Chaos, Assassin's Creed Hexe & Assassin's Creed Black Flag: Resynced Spotify Add a Title 28) In episode #28 of Rally the Creed Live, an Assassin's Creed Podcast, host Col_96 is joined by Co-Host James @Topchef-1288 & our guest @HijabiHoo Topics include: Ubisoft Turmoil, Ubisoft Bordeaux & Pitching an AC Odyssey Sequel Spotify Add a Title 27) In episode #27 of Rally the Creed Live, an Assassin's Creed Podcast, host James ‪ @Topchef-1288‬ is joined by Co-Host Col_96 & our guest ‪@Higgs_GG‬ Topics include: Ubisoft Restructure cancels & delays numerous projects, former AC creative director suing Ubisoft & pitching Mongolian AC title. Spotify Add a Title 26) In episode #26 of Rally the Creed Live, an Assassin's Creed Podcast, host James @Topchef-1288 is joined by Calvin Whiteway from TOWCB's Video Content Creation Team. Topics include: Explaining the strange foot-related video released on AC Day 2025, lost Assassin's Creed Media and hints for an Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced reveal. Spotify Add a Title 26) In episode #26 of Rally the Creed Live, an Assassin's Creed Podcast, host James @Topchef-1288 is joined by Calvin Whiteway from TOWCB's Video Content Creation Team. Topics include: Explaining the strange foot-related video released on AC Day 2025, lost Assassin's Creed Media and hints for an Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced reveal. Spotify Add a Title 25) In episode #25 of Rally the Creed Live, an Assassin's Creed Podcast, host Col is joined by James Davis ( @Topchef-1288 ). Topics include: Assassin's Creed x Raid Shadow Legends, getting a head injury just before Christmas and calling out bullying from a former Assassin's Creed Creative Director. Spotify Add a Title 24) In episode #24 of Rally the Creed Live, an Assassin's Creed Podcast, host James is joined by ACJohnny from Beneath The Hood Podcast! Topics include: Defending the AC RPG games, pitching Assassin's Creed Hexe and the controversial wind mod for Assassin's Creed Unity. Spotify Add a Title 23) In episode #23 of Rally the Creed Live, an Assassin's Creed Podcast, host Col is joined by The Exile (Harrison) from The Podyssey! Topics include: Reflecting on 2025, the highs and lows of the year, Pitching an Assassin's Creed game set in Tudor England, and tainting the Assassin's Creed franchise through weak storylines. Spotify Add a Title 22) In episode #22 (The Creedmas Special) of Rally the Creed Live, an Assassin's Creed Podcast, host Col is joined by James Davis (TopChef1288) from TOWCB. Topics include: Secret Santa surprise unboxing, James' big win and casting news for the upcoming Assassin's Creed Netflix TV Series. Spotify Add a Title 21) In episode #21 of Rally the Creed Live, an Assassin's Creed Podcast, host James is joined by stand-in guest Col from TOWCB. Topics include: James experiences backlash for the first time, iconic duos in Assassin's Creed and discussing the declining quality of writing to create a focussed narrative. Spotify Add a Title 20) In episode #20 of Rally the Creed Live, an Assassin's Creed Podcast, hosts James & Col are joined by RTC Editor Charlie Cooper from TOWCB Video Content Creation Team. Topics include: The Attack on Titan collaboration for Assassin's Creed Shadows, Ubisoft's problem with release quality & news on the AC Netflix TV series. Spotify Add a Title 19) In episode #19 of Rally the Creed Live, an Assassin's Creed Podcast, host Col is joined by Marco from Access the Animus! Topics include: Creating an AC Community, deciphering Isu messages & marking 16 years of Assassin's Creed II. Spotify Add a Title 18) In episode #18 of Rally the Creed Live, an Assassin's Creed Podcast, host James is joined by TallManGames. Topics include: Co-op in Assassin's Creed, Love for AC Odyssey & Blind Ranking Assassin's Creed characters. Spotify Add a Title 17) In episode #17 of Rally the Creed Live, an Assassin's Creed Podcast, host James is joined by co-host Col. Topics include: Comments made by Yves Guillemot at Paris Games Week which contradict recent internal Ubisoft decisions, updates to Assassin's Creed parkour and ranking Assassin's Creed characters to create Mount Rushmore. Spotify Add a Title 16) In episode #16, host James is joined by UK Content Creator BPRGaming. Topics include: Content Creation & the journey so far, Accidentally leaking Juno due to a miscommunication & Reimagining Black Flag as an RPG title. Spotify Add a Title Special Episode: The Podyssey x RTC Live Col from The Ones Who Came Before and Rally The Creed Live joined The Podyssey to talk everything Ubisoft and Assassin’s Creed! Add a Title 15) In episode #15, the Halloween Special 🎃, hosts Col & James are joined by SisterlyThrower & Jebs from The Ones Who Came Before. Topics include: The darkest moments for Assassin's Creed, potential storylines for Hexe and Pitching an AC Game: Black Death . Spotify Add a Title 14) In episode #14, host James is joined by UK Content Creator & Skit maker Calvin Whiteway (formerly Roberts), from The Ones Who Came Before Video Content Creation Team. Topics include: The definition of love, losing Marc-Alexis Côté and the reveal trailer for Assassin's Creed Mirage: Valley of Memory. Spotify Add a Title 13) In episode #13, host Col is joined by UK Content Creator WillisMakesMovies, host of The Podyssey (alongside The Exile). Topics include: Starting The Podyssey, meeting The Exile, making slop (easy to make videos), analysing Assassin's Creed & a potential cancelled Assassin's Creed game set during The Reconstruction Era, featuring a slave Assassin fighting The Ku Klux Klan! Spotify Add a Title 12) In episode #12, host James is joined by Cosplayer / Prop Creator Rick Boer from RBF-Productions! Topics include: BTS life of a Cosplayer, almost drowning, mental health and mechanisms to cope, accidentally fuelling Black Flag Remake rumours and more! Spotify Add a Title 11 ) In episode #11, host Col is joined by Gaming Content Creator, AndyReloads! Topics include: BTS life of a Youtuber, beating burnout and mechanisms to cope, narrative choices in AC Shadows. Spotify Add a Title 10 ) In episode #10, host Col is joined by Gaming Content Creator, Ironside George! Topics include: Content creation as a parent, Ubisoft events & the future of Assassin's Creed. TikTok Spotify Add a Title 9 ) In episode #9, host Col is joined by Gaming Content Creator, JorRaptor! Topics include: The Claws of Awaji, Content Creation & Animus Hub Potential. TikTok Spotify Add a Title 8 ) In episode #8, host Col is joined by Declan Rose from the Let's Talk Assassin's Creed podcast! Topics include: Modern Day, Assassin's Creed Podcasts and Discovery Tour. TikTok Spotify Add a Title 7 ) In episode #7, host Col is joined by Dave Woodward from AC United Kingdom! Topics include: Upcoming Mirage DLC, Creation of AC United Kingdom and Assassin's Creed Tattoos! TikTok Spotify Add a Title 6) In episode #6, host Col is joined by Arshak from AC Landmarks! Topics include: Assassin's Creed Mirage DLC, Gaming Landmarks, Upcoming Projects and hopes for a Black Flag Remake. TikTok Spotify Add a Title 5) In episode #5, host Col is joined by Streamer Laury_Runs, known in the AC Community for her 24 hour AC livestreams and fundraising efforts. Topics include: Working from home, preparing for a 24 hour stream & life during Assassin's Creed Time Periods Spotify Add a Title 4) In episode #4, host Col is joined by Youtuber HangryHiggs, known in the AC Community for his in-depth Assassin's Creed news coverage and gameplay videos. Topics include: content creation, burnout and the AC Community in 2025. TikTok Spotify Add a Title 3) In episode #3, host Col is joined by Calvin from The Ones Who Came Before's Video Content Creation Team. Topics include: Skit creation, Assassin's Creed Mirage and future DLC content, Potential Game settings, Modern Day Assassins and more! TikTok Spotify Add a Title 2) Join TOWCB Team Leader @col_96 with guest James Davison TikTok as we discuss Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag, the upcoming Netflix series, the 2025 Community Fundraiser and more! TikTok Spotify Add a Title 1) Rally the Creed returns in a new format! Join TOWCB Team Leader @col_96 on TikTok as we discuss all things #AssassinsCreed! Sundays at 10pm BST See you there Assassins! TikTok Spotify Rally The Creed Reboot 1) In episode #1, Col and Michael from TOWCB Core Team discuss Assassin's Creed Mirage, the new podcast format and choices in Assassin's Creed. Spotify 2) In episode #2, Col, Gustav and Finn from TOWCB Team discuss Assassin's Creed Mirage, potential settings for future games and creating music inspired by the series. Spotify 3) In episode #3, guest host Jack from ThePhotoMode E-Magazine joins TOWCB Team members Lisa Zaman (Portrait Artist) and Aaron Young (Writer) to discuss all things in AC. Spotify 4) In episode #4, host Michael Smith from TOWCB Core Team discusses LGBTQ representation in Assassin's Creed with guests Ollie (@ItsOlliebyGolly ) and Louise (@TheNerdyArcher ). Spotify 5) In this new episode of Rally The Creed, Gargudon and Col look back on 9 years of The Ones Who Came Before, from Col first creating the site in 2014, first getting recognised by Ubisoft, our two guests first getting acquainted, the site growing and expanding, the future and much more. Also touched upon is the imminent release of AC Mirage, what to expect from it and the impact it will have on the community. Spotify 6) The Rally The Creed podcast is back at last, this episode hosted by Gargudon, featuring UbiCypher from our team and Arshak from AC Landmarks. Covering everything from an evaluation of AC Mirage, with the game having been out for a while now, hopes and expectations for AC Codename Red with more in between. Enjoy listening! 7) In Episode 7 of Rally The Creed, host Gargudon is joined by one of the newest recruits on our team, video creator and streamer Andy, also known as SisterlyThrower. At the core of this episode is a proper introduction to Andy, talk about our growing video venture and future content, the American saga and more. Enjoy listening! 8) In Episode 8 of our community podcast Rally The Creed, host Gargudon is joined by in-game photographer and video creator Armin, better known as Mentor Captures throughout the community. Together, the two talk photography in the AC community and its evolution in gaming overall, as well as the music and soundtracks of Assassin’s Creed; from favourite tracks, iconic composers, soundscapes, fan themes inspired by and more. Spotify 9) In this special ninth episode of our community podcast Rally The Creed, part of celebrating 10 years of The Ones Who Came Before, host Gargudon is joined by Aaron (Falconswift) and Jack (VirtualTourism) from our photography team, to talk the new upcoming instalment in the franchise, Assassin’s Creed Shadows. From expectations for the world and story, gameplay features, photo mode and more. Enjoy listening! Episode originally recorded 13th July, 2024. Edited by FrameHoldPhotography. Spotify 10) In this special tenth episode of our community podcast Rally The Creed, site founder Colum and Gargudon reflect on 10 years of The Ones Who Came Before. From the site’s origin and growth, the evolution of our team, our hosts’ 9 years of friendship, looking to the future and much more. Enjoy listening! Thanks for 10 years to every single one of our followers, whether you have been with us from the beginning, have just hopped aboard, or anywhere in between. Cheers Assassins and here’s to 10 more! Spotify 11) Andy (AKA TheSisterlyThrower) from TOWCB Video Content Creation Team hosts his first episode of Rally the Creed podcast, covering all things Assassin's Creed with community member Jenerator3‬! Spotify Rally The Creed Podcast (Original Series 2020) Welcome to Rally The Creed, a brand new Assassin's Creed community podcast by The Ones Who Came Before! In each episode, Ashlea_97 will be joined by members of the community to discuss the franchise, giving listeners a unique perspective on the world of Assassin's Creed. Listeners will also have exclusive behind-the-scenes access to one of the biggest AC fan communities, and gain an insight into what it takes to create and manage a community. Spotify Link Promo image created by our fan Maor. Twitter Add a Title 1) Episode 1 Ash and Col discuss the creation of TOWCB fan community, and how fans can start up an Assassin's Creed project of their own. Also available on Spotify Add a Title 2) Episode 2 In this episode, we discuss our new roles within The Mentors Guild, Marketing for Assassin's Creed Valhalla and the upcoming Netflix TV Universe. Also available on Spotify Add a Title 3) Episode 3 Community discussion led by Gargudon, featuring guest Kyle Marvell. Also available on Spotify

Finn is a creative writer from Rotherham, UK who has previously supported TOWCB's Fundraising events, and raised awareness surrounding Men's Mental Health. Finn's writing covers a wide scope, with releases including reviews, interviews and stories. He is known in the AC Community for his 'Pitching an Assassin's Creed Game' series, all of which you can find here on TOWCB website! In February 2026, he left the team to focus on real-world opportunities as a journalist, writing for a newspaper! We're thrilled to see Finn using his skills to build a career! Previous Next Finn Fletcher Writer Previous Partner Finn is a creative writer from Rotherham, UK who has previously supported TOWCB's Fundraising events, and raised awareness surrounding Men's Mental Health. Finn's writing covers a wide scope, with releases including reviews, interviews and stories. He is known in the AC Community for his 'Pitching an Assassin's Creed Game' series, all of which you can find here on TOWCB website! In February 2026, he left the team to focus on real-world opportunities as a journalist, writing for a newspaper! We're thrilled to see Finn using his skills to build a career! Twitter | Instagram | Blog Work

Assassins in Need: Heart of the Creed (2022 Community Fundraiser) Fundraising Share 17 Aug 2022 Written By: Edited By: Colum Blackett (Col_96) Ashlea Blackett Back To Database We are pleased to reveal that our 2022 Assassin's Creed Community Fundraiser will run from the 15th August - 10th September 2022! This year's campaign is titled 'Assassins in Need: Heart of the Creed', and will raise money for The British Heart Foundation and The American Heart Association, two incredible organisations providing critical cardiovascular medical research and education to facilities around the world. This lifesaving campaign launched by The Ones Who Came Before in association with various different companies and communities hopes to be our biggest yet, with a target of £1500. Here you can learn more about the 2022 campaign and our partners! This is a cause which we can all get behind, as many of us in the community have lost family members and friends to heart disease or related conditions. Earlier in the year, Assassin's Creed scriptwriter Russell Lees sadly passed away from a heart attack. Our thoughts go out to his family and friends during this difficult time. Our Assassin's Creed community fundraisers have collectively raised over £2500 for various causes, and we hope to once again support a worthwhile cause which can save lives. Thank You Dave Woodward from Assassin's Creed United Kingdom Declan from Let's Talk Assassin's Creed promoting the campaign on his podcast The Maverick (A Hidden One) promoting the campaign onhis TikTok channel. Aaron from the AC Partnership program thanking donors 2022 Partners Links to Assassin's Creed As longtime fans of TOWCB will know, we pick our fundraising causes very carefully, finding ways to connect real-life issues to the Assassin's Creed series In the Assassin's Creed series, Master Assassin and Mentor Ezio Auditore died of a heart attack on a bench in his beloved city of Florence. We were also saddened to report the death of Assassin's Creed scriptwriter Russell Lees earlier in the year, who passed away from a heart attack. Russell worked on various AAA Ubisoft titles as a script writer, most recently as Lead Writer for Assassin's Creed Valhalla Wrath of the Druids and ACV's Sciropscire & Oxenefordscire arcs. Milestones & Raffles £100 reached: Lisa Zaman Art Sale. All profits go towards the fundraiser. We are thrilled to announce that Lisa has once again teamed up with TOWCB team to host an exclusive art print sale! £300 reached: Assassin's Creed History Livestream launched, covering historical figures, landmarks and events. Hosted by @science_creed, @ac_landmarks and @HistoriansPers and by our YouTube channel names The Science of Assassin's Creed and AC Landmarks. Additionally, you can find the channel of our collaborator Master Hekate's Ceremonials also on YouTube £400 reached: Merchandise Sale launched We are pleased to announce the launch of our Assassins In Need merchandise sale, featuring a design created by TOWCB team member Thea Rivedal! 100% of proceeds support the 2022 community fundraiser, raising funds for @ TheBHF & @ American_Heart £500 reached: Ezio Auditore Statue Auction: All profits go towards the fundraiser We will be auctioning an Ezio statue, kindly donated to the fundraiser by Ubisoft UK! £1000 reached: Merchandise Sale: We will be selling even more exclusive Heart of the Creed fundraiser merchandise, using designs created by AC Partnership Members. Opportunity! All donors of £5 or more will receive access to our Thank You pack, containing a special video! You'll need to donate to find out more! Opportunity! All donors of £15 or more will be entered into a raffle! Aconyte Books have kindly donated x5 digital bundles containing the following novels! Assassin's Creed: Sword of the White Horse Assassin's Creed: The Magus Conspiracy Assassin's Creed: The Ming Storm Opportunity! All donors of £20 or more will be entered in to a raffle! We have x3 Ezio Auditore Assassin's Creed Revelations prints by Chariflame to giveaway! Opportunity! All donors of £50 or more will be entered into a raffle We have x1 signed Evie Frye Print, signed by voice actress Victoria Atikin, kindly donated to the fundraiser by Kim Beacham from the Assassin's Creed United Kingdom team! Get Involved You can now find the 2022 Assassins in Need fundraiser on GoFundMe. We need your support to make this a success, so please donate and support the fundraiser if you can. comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. About the Author Col is one of the UK's leading Assassin's Creed Community members, and is best known for establishing both 'The Ones Who Came Before' fan community and 'Isu_Network' content creation program. As Team Leader for The Ones Who Came Before, Col was officially recognised by Ubisoft, becoming one the UK Assassin's Creed community ambassadors in 2016. He has attended many events after spending a decade in the AC Community, and has worked on countless projects, all of which you can find here on TOWCB website. He is also a former Ubisoft Star Player and member of The Mentors Guild, two recognisable community programs which opened doors and took his status within the AC Community to the next level. Colum Blackett (Col_96)

This Week in Assassin’s Creed Virtual Photography: 25th to 01st October Community Share 3 Oct 2023 Written By: Edited By: Aaron Young Colum Blackett Back To Database Welcome to the weekly virtual photography roundup hosted by Aaron Young from The AC Partnership Program. Every week I will be picking our top 5 favourite Assassin’s Creed shots and showcasing them on The Ones Who Came Before website, in order to promote virtual photography and talented content creators within the community. Aaron is a keen virtual photographer and loves to post his journeys through Assassin’s Creed on Twitter. Keep an eye on the site as more weekly shots are added, we are looking for captures across all Assassin’s Creed games. Tag your photos to the #TOWCBWeeklyCapture for a chance to be featured. This week’s theme: Assassin’s Creed Origins White Senu Game: Assassin’s Creed Origins VP Artist: @ PodToGo “Be my eye, Senu” The friendship between Bayek and Senu is heart-warming. She is his only friend while gallivanting around the desert. Senu is Bayek’s eyes in the sky, spotting danger before it is too late. Her ability to distract guards and hunt animals make Senu a powerful alley. This capture of the special white feathered Senu is so good. I love the composition with Senu nestled beautifully between the pyramids. The contrast of colours are charming with the luscious green of the trees popping behind her. I have to applaud the timing, Senu looks so graceful coming in to land on Bayek. Let’s Dive In Game: Assassin’s Creed Origins VP Artist: @ Defalt368 “Fear not the darkness, but welcome its embrace!” Ezio’s Brotherhood robes seem to be a staple for all Assassin’s Creed games. The legendary Italian is a real fan favourite. He went from young tearaway to Master Assassin thanks to the tragedy of house Auditore. In that sense he mirrors Bayek, making it fitting the Medjay should wear his robes. What I love about this capture is the classic Assassin’s Creed feel. The leap of faith always looks fantastic but add to it those amazing reds from the flags and we have one hell of a shot. The positioning and depth of field really help to showcase the shot, with Bayek nicely in the centre of the flags. You could not wish for a better framed shot. The Hood Game: Assassin’s Creed Origins VP Artist: @ giraph_1 “Every morning of my childhood, my father and I spoke the Prayer of the Medjay, a promise to those in need” The Egyptian Hedj outfit is definitely one of my favourites in the game. It has such distinguishing features and works perfectly to help Bayek hide in plain sight. I was over the moon when Ubisoft added it to Valhalla. This shot immaculately showcases the finer details of the hood, allowing Bayek to look just like an Egyptian Assassin. The angle is brilliant permitting us to only see his nose and mouth. The sandy tones are beautiful, but the darkness entering from the right really epitomises Bayek’s story. A wonderful capture that tells of Bayek’s fight against evil. Link to Set: The Wonders of Egypt Game: Assassin’s Creed Origins VP Artist: @ Cll3ar “We will find you. We will find you, in your sleep” There is an elegance to Assassin’s Creed Origins thanks to the beautiful landscapes of Egypt. It must have been a dream for the developers to recreate such a famous place in history. However underneath the visage is a deeply corrupted Order who Bayek must put to the sword. This gorgeous capture could easily be mistaken for a painting. I adore the colours and the framing, and those trees either side of the columns look exquisite. I think Raven has captured the beauty of Origins in this shot, and it shows us why Bayek and Aya were so keen to protect their beloved Egypt. Link to set: The Hidden One Game: Assassin’s Creed Origins VP Artist: @ KaiVirtualPhoto “You are the Medjay from Siwa” Bayek is one of the last Medjay of Egypt and the co-founder of the Hidden Ones. His time training with his father prepared him for the duty he would later endure. The death of his son to the Order ignited a vengeful streak that saw Bayek cross Egypt in search of those responsible. This cinematic style shot of Bayek is so good. I am loving the assassin come warrior look with the Anubis sword at his side. The desert sandstorm feel is really elevating the shot with those stunning particles blowing pass him. The level of detail here is insane, and I cannot believe how lifelike he looks. I cannot wait to see what Kai can do in the Mirage photo mode. The Ones Who Came Before Photo of the Week Judge: @ DaveWoodwardAC ''The reason I have selected this shot for feature of the week is I absolutely love the colour tone which is a big stand out for me. The use of the sun in order to capture this image is fantastic.'' And that sums it up for this week’s Assassin’s Creed virtual photography recap list! Thank you for checking out this week’s photo collection. This would not be possible without the virtual photographers out there so a huge thanks to them. Until next week keep those shots coming in! comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. About the Author Aaron is a passionate Assassin's Creed fan who joined our AC Partnership Program as an Online Article Writer back in 2021 after the release of Assassin's Creed Valhalla. After building momentum and interest on TOWCB website for Virtual Photography, Aaron established TOWCB Virtual Photography Team, of which he is now Team Leader. Throughout 2024, TOWCB VP Team will be sharing community captures in dedicated articles, and providing a positive environment on Twitter for gamers to share their shots. Aaron Young

Caleb Allen: Red Tartan Project Community Share 22 Feb 2019 Written By: Edited By: Caleb Allen Ashlea Blackett Back To Database Happy AC Day from Caleb's Cosplay! To celebrate the day and the holiday season, we tasked him with creating a new outfit for his iconic Scottish Assassin, Ren Faulkner. The red tartan certainly is striking! "Nothing is true, everything is permitted."Happy AC Day! In collaboration with @ ACFirstCiv and in honor of both the season and the franchise, I decided to give Ren Faulkner a new look with a red and green tartan! Got to say, I love how striking the red is. I might have to get my own red tartan now. This franchise has been an wild ride since I started playing the first game years ago. I had a lot of catching up to do as a newcomer, but I got there eventually. Now I'm cosplaying different Assassin characters of my own make and collaborating with an awesome fan community page as a creator! My favorite thing about Assassin's Creed is the imagination and creativity of the fans who bring new and different ideas into the work that @Ubisoft does. My Scottish Assassin started this cosplay page and I'm so grateful to everyone who has complimented me and helped me with my content! You all rock! We are Assassins! You can follow Caleb on Instagram comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. About the Author Caleb is an actor and aspiring cosplayer who is best known for his Scottish Assassin project. His iconic character known as Ren Faulkner was instantly a fan favourite, but Caleb has also created other characters, all with a name and backstory In 2020, Caleb left the program to focus on non AC projects. We wish him luck with his future endeavours. Caleb Allen

This Week in Assassin's Creed Virtual Photography: Feb 19th - Feb 25th 2022 Community Share 3 Mar 2022 Written By: Edited By: Aaron Young Ashlea Blackett Back To Database Welcome to the new weekly virtual photography roundup hosted by Aaron Young from The AC Partnership Program. Every week, we will be picking our top 5 favourite Assassin’s Creed shots and showcasing them on The Ones Who Came Before website, in order to promote virtual photography and talented content creators within the community. Aaron is a keen virtual photographer and loves to post his journeys through Assassin’s Creed on Twitter. Keep an eye on the site as more weekly shots are added, we are looking for capture across all Assassin’s Creed games. Tag your photos to the #TOWCBWeeklyCapture for a chance to be featured. 1) Rainbow Game: Assassin’s Creed Valhalla This week’s first capture comes from @PodToGo over on Twitter. A creepy shot is first up this week. It looks like one of the druid camps in Ireland. I am not sure I have seen a rainbow in Valhalla so far. What I like about this capture is the stone structures and the shrine which are covered in this green haze. The raven flying away also seems like an omen, making the scene very atmospheric. 2) Paris Game: Assassin’s Creed Valhalla Photo number two comes from @WorldviewVP over on Twitter. This picture looks like it comes straight from the Assassin’s Creed Atlas book. For me City shots are the essence of Assassin’s Creed. This is usually where the enemies hide and plot their schemes. Although smaller in scale, it is cool to compare this capture to ones from Unity just to see the difference. 3) Burning Lands Game: Assassin’s Creed Origins This week’s third shot comes from @coalabr14 over on Twitter. I really like this capture. The glow from the sun breaking through the clouds casting a shadow over the burnt lands of Egypt. I love the silhouette of Senu and Bayek watching over a military encampment planning their next move. 4) The Archer Game: Assassin’s Creed III VP number four comes from @AHeinemann over on Twitter. Nice to see a different Assassin’s Creed game feature in this article. As I have said before archery capture are my favourite. What drew me to this shot was the dark night with the moon as a focal point adding some light to the scene. Connor looks impressive with his dark outfit and his half drawn bow. This bow was such a game changer back then, but now it is a staple of any AC game. 5) Falcon Game: Assassin’s Creed Valhalla The final capture of the week comes from @starlingspecks over on twitter. My bird of choice in Valhalla and also the inspiration for my gamertag. I love this shot, the stars and the clouds are a great backdrop to Eivor’s magnificent companion. The details on Synin are so impressive and this capture really showcases that. And that sums it up for this week’s Assassin’s Creed virtual photography recap list! Thank you for checking out this week’s photo collection. This would not be possible without the virtual photographers out there so a huge thanks to them. Until next week keep those shots coming in! comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. About the Author Aaron is a passionate Assassin's Creed fan who joined our AC Partnership Program as an Online Article Writer back in 2021 after the release of Assassin's Creed Valhalla. After building momentum and interest on TOWCB website for Virtual Photography, Aaron established TOWCB Virtual Photography Team, of which he is now Team Leader. Throughout 2024, TOWCB VP Team will be sharing community captures in dedicated articles, and providing a positive environment on Twitter for gamers to share their shots. Aaron Young

Phie, better known as Capture Creed is a TikTok video content creator, who joined TOWCB in early 2026 to help the team inject a degree of personality and fun into future content. She is known on TikTok for her Assassin's Creed edits using CapCut and other platforms, and is excited to work alongside the team in 2026 and beyond to expand her reach within the community and increase her opportunities. We are thrilled to welcome Phie to the team and look forward to working with her to create unique content which is both memorable and engaging. Previous Next Phie // Capture Creed Video Content Phie, better known as Capture Creed is a TikTok video content creator, who joined TOWCB in early 2026 to help the team inject a degree of personality and fun into future content. She is known on TikTok for her Assassin's Creed edits using CapCut and other platforms, and is excited to work alongside the team in 2026 and beyond to expand her reach within the community and increase her opportunities. We are thrilled to welcome Phie to the team and look forward to working with her to create unique content which is both memorable and engaging. TikTok Work

Building an Assassin's Creed Community: Getting Started Community Share 24 Oct 2020 Written By: Edited By: Colum Blackett (Col_96) Ashlea Buckley Back To Database Setting up an Assassin's Creed Community can be a daunting prospect, as so many exist across multiple different social media platforms. Don't let that deter you though. The community is always ready to embrace the next wave of innovative projects, and in this new series we will help you to establish your own. In this first article, I will be drawing on my own experiences to help fellow community members start up their own projects, and build something that stands out from the crowd. Back in 2014, the community looked very different. You would wait eagerly for the next epic video produced by Assassin's Creed Universe, and use the Initiates platform to gain intel from an online database full of lore and mysteries. The Ones Who Came Before was created as a place to share theories and aimed to create a platform that encouraged positive discussion surrounding the games. We have since shifted our aims, and now strive to make our channels the home of Assassin's Creed community content, and hope to inspire a new wave of fan content. So, how do you get started? At the drawing board of course! Grab your nearest notepad and pen and jot down some initial ideas that come to mind. Find a niche and set your goals Once you have your initial ideas, conduct some research into past and present Assassin's Creed communities. Look for a way to stand out from the crowd, and highlight your niche area. A perfect example of this is AC: Landmarks , a new community project led by Arshak that provides in-depth historical discussions. Although the project only started up this year, it's been very successful and is different to anything else going on in the community right now. Next, set your goals and list your intentions. What are you hoping to achieve? Do you want to create a new form of community or simply cover the news? Whatever it is, make it a goal and keep going until you achieve it. You don't always need to be the biggest, and sometimes people make huge social media numbers a priority. I personally value small-scale interactions with passionate community members over this. Yes, growth is a sign of progression, but it takes time to achieve. You probably won't gain huge numbers overnight, but that's okay. So, you have your niche area and goals. Now what? Next, your community needs a name! Look for something that sounds Assassin's Creed related, but doesn't clash with past initiatives or projects. A great example of this is Access the Animus , which is actually a song by Jesper Kyd on the original soundtrack! Trial and Error Now you have your goals, niche area and a name, it's time to set up your social media channels/ platform! Where do you want to start? Probably best to begin with a platform you're already familiar with. Create your channels and begin your first Assassin's Creed community projects! In the beginning, you'll probably get a low response rate. That's to be expected when you start. You'll also start to notice what does well and what doesn't. Youtube is a good place to see this progression, as you can track likes, views and dislikes. Whatever you do in the beginning, make it work for you. One of the first projects for TOWCB was a wall poster that listed all the Modern day characters from Initiates. This sparked discussion about the Altair II ship and later developed into the Norway theory, which became popular with community members at the time. It really is just a case of trial and error. Thrive in your niche field, and people will notice. As I said before, it's not always about the numbers. If you have positive interactions with community members, you're on the right track and your platform is beginning to establish itself. Don't give up, and if you're unhappy with your response rate, reach out for support. Create an inner circle The Assassin's Creed community has always been extremely supportive, and you can always find people to give you a helping hand. You don't have to do anything alone. Collaborative projects with community leaders are a great way of making a name for yourself, and will also help you make friends. Establish a network, and build a team around you in order to take the pressure off. We here at The Ones Who Came Before have a huge inner circle thanks to years of working on projects. Some of our branches include: The core admin team, The Discord moderators and The AC Partnership Program members. As you can see, we have loads of community members we can call on for help or support, and you too can create an inner circle by working with people. You might even find that working on projects with other people can be more fun! This can seen by looking at recent episodes of the Let's Talk Assassin's Creed Podcast hosted by Declan from The Mentors Guild. Collaborative projects will always be a great way to spark discussion and explore different avenues of thinking. The Ones Who Came Before always aims to promote community content, so reach out to us directly for support. We would be honoured to join your inner circle, and will share your projects with our audience. Stay Unique This one can sometimes be hard, as other communities are also working hard to create content, but try your best to stay unique, and stand out from the crowd. If you notice similarities in your projects, maybe collaborate or put a unique spin on it. You can always adapt your work to stay innovative. As former community developer Justin Kruger used to say: #DoAThing . Keep going and establish yourself. I hope that you found the first article in the series to be useful. Let us know in the comments if you plan on setting up your own AC community/ project over the coming weeks, and if we can be of any help. Next time: We invite another Community Builder from The Mentors Guild to bring you some guidance on establishing and maintaining an Assassin's Creed community. Thanks for reading! comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. About the Author Col is one of the UK's leading Assassin's Creed Community members, and is best known for establishing both 'The Ones Who Came Before' fan community and 'Isu_Network' content creation program. As Team Leader for The Ones Who Came Before, Col was officially recognised by Ubisoft, becoming one the UK Assassin's Creed community ambassadors in 2016. He has attended many events after spending a decade in the AC Community, and has worked on countless projects, all of which you can find here on TOWCB website. He is also a former Ubisoft Star Player and member of The Mentors Guild, two recognisable community programs which opened doors and took his status within the AC Community to the next level. Colum Blackett (Col_96)

Col is one of the UK's leading Assassin's Creed Community members, and is best known for establishing both 'The Ones Who Came Before' fan community and 'Isu_Network' content creation program. As Team Leader for The Ones Who Came Before, Col was officially recognised by Ubisoft, becoming one the UK Assassin's Creed community ambassadors in 2016. He has attended many events after spending a decade in the AC Community, and has worked on countless projects, all of which you can find here on TOWCB website. He is also a former Ubisoft Star Player and member of The Mentors Guild, two recognisable community programs which opened doors and took his status within the AC Community to the next level. Previous Next Colum Blackett (Col_96) Admin Col is one of the UK's leading Assassin's Creed Community members, and is best known for establishing both 'The Ones Who Came Before' fan community and 'Isu_Network' content creation program. As Team Leader for The Ones Who Came Before, Col was officially recognised by Ubisoft, becoming one the UK Assassin's Creed community ambassadors in 2016. He has attended many events after spending a decade in the AC Community, and has worked on countless projects, all of which you can find here on TOWCB website. He is also a former Ubisoft Star Player and member of The Mentors Guild, two recognisable community programs which opened doors and took his status within the AC Community to the next level. Twitter Work

The Memory Corridor: Potential Sequels ft. Irakli Podcast Share 25 Mar 2017 Written By: Edited By: Gustav Poulsen (Gargudon) Back To Database comments debug Comments Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. About the Author Gustav / Gargudon is an active community member, who started out in podcast hosting in 2016, but today mostly specialises in video creation, interviews & composing. By joining The Ones Who Came Before in 2019, originally reviving 'The Memory Corridor' podcast, which had been offline for nearly a year, he has had the opportunity to expand his audience and further develop his skills. His unique skill set made him the perfect candidate for our team. Among other things, he is known in the community for the Sounds Of History project - an original Assassin’s Creed inspired instrumental music project, featuring five tracks inspired by as many different games - other original fan themes plus covers of iconic AC tracks, as well as video interviews with a number of high profile names in the world of AC, from Roger Craig Smith, Jesper Kyd and more. Fun fact, among his growing colourful tattoo collection, Gustav is the only member of our team to have the TOWCB logo inked. Gustav Poulsen (Gargudon)