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The release of Assassin's Creed Mirage completes the picture of the precursors to the Assassin Brotherhood, leaving Ubisoft with only one more story to tell.

The transition period from the Hidden Ones to the Assassin Brotherhood is a captivating era in Assassin's Creed history that begs to be explored and showcased.

Unraveling the time when the Hidden Ones underwent a reorganization into the Assassin Brotherhood and the commencement of the Assassin-Templar War would be a crucial and exhilarating expedition within the rich mythos of Assassin's Creed.

The AC franchise has delved into the Hidden Ones for three games now, starting with Origins where players learned about their formation. In Assassin's Creed Mirage, players are currently immersed in their power, and Valhalla showcases their expansion years. With this comprehensive understanding of the precursors to the Assassin Brotherhood, Ubisoft is left with only one remaining story to tell.

While future titles may delve deeper into the Hidden Ones, one crucial period that still remains untold is their transition into the Brotherhood. Even though fans have some knowledge of this transformation, they have yet to witness it firsthand. This particular era of Assassin's Creed history is both fascinating and deserving of exploration. It would serve as the perfect conclusion to the Hidden Ones saga, and hopefully, Ubisoft considers the idea for future development.

It is Time for the Hidden Ones to Become the Brotherhood

The Hidden Ones, the earliest form of the Assassin Brotherhood, have been featured in several games. They were first introduced in Origins, where players followed the adventures of their founding members. While they were not present in Odyssey, which took place before their inception, they made a comeback in Valhalla. Players witnessed their expansion in England alongside Eivor's Raven Clan. Mirage now offers players a glimpse into an era when the Hidden Ones were widespread, providing an exciting experience for fans.

Having explored the Hidden Ones in three distinct eras of their development, it may be time for Ubisoft to delve into their final days. In 1090 CE, the organization transformed into the Assassin Brotherhood, which has become well-known to fans over the years. Simultaneously, the Order of the Ancients evolved into the Templar Order. These changes marked the beginning of the Assassin-Templar War, the central focus of the franchise since its inception.

Little is known about the precise details of this transition period, but Ubisoft has shared intriguing information. Fans are aware that Hassan-i Sabbah and the Levantine branch of the Hidden Ones established their own independent state in the fortress of Alamut, as depicted in Assassin's Creed Mirage. Operating more openly, the organization conducted public assassinations, encouraged people to resist their oppressors, and became a prominent target for their enemies.

This limited knowledge creates an ideal opportunity for further exploration. The Hidden Ones did not simply decide to change overnight; there must have been underlying reasons. Delving into Sabbah's narrative and his motivations for revolutionizing the organization promises an exhilarating prospect. This transformative moment is significant in the Assassin's Creed lore, justifying its own adventure, preferably sooner rather than later.

A game set in this era of Assassin's Creed history would not only captivate players, but also provide a fitting conclusion to the Hidden Ones saga. While Ubisoft has the option to delve into other time periods when the Hidden Ones operated, there has been a strong desire among fans to revisit the traditional Assassin-Templar conflict. By exploring this period, the studio can satisfy this demand and also bring closure to this chapter. They can always revisit the Hidden Ones in the future, but providing a definitive ending to the saga is a rarity in many series.

Assassin's Creed Mirage is currently available on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X.