Visions of the Past

We haven’t seen a lot of the Ottoman Assassins. Of the few we have met, Yusuf Tazim is by far the most well known. On today’s podcast, we take a look at the life that Yusuf led and his impact on the series. Want to be part of the brotherhood? There are several ways you can support this podcast: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Stitcher , and iHeart Radio . Leave a review on Apple Podcast Fo...

Pieces of Eden come in many shapes and sizes with many different functions. The most prominent may be the Apples of Eden, but one artifact that often gets overlooked is the Crystal Skulls. Mostly communication and surveillance devices, they have a known history that spans centuries but also have a basis in the real world. What were the Crystal Skulls? Find out in this week’s podcast. https://podca...

Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag was the first game in the series where the main protagonist wasn’t an Assassin throughout much of the gameplay, though that doesn’t mean they’re not present. One Assassin that we do find is the Brotherhood’s Mentor, Ah Tabai. In today’s podcast, we go through and look at Ah Tabai’s life and his impact on the series. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/visions-of-t...

The emails of Assassin’s Creed are often overlooked, however, there is one event that Warren Vidic mentions in his email that eventually gets expanded into its own storyline. Full of mystery and sketchy details, it could be said that the Denver International Airport accident is what set the series into motion. What is the DIA? And how did it impact the series? Find out in this week’s podcast. Want...

The history of Assassin’s Creed has shown that a lot, if not all, of the myths and legends of ancient civilizations have a history that ends up distorted over the years. In today’s podcast, we go through and talk about the myths that stem from the creation and use of the Atlantis Artifacts. Want to be part of the brotherhood? There are several ways you can support this podcast: Subscribe on Apple...

Many people think pirates are nothing more than smelly men who like to drink rum. Well, not every pirate was like that. One pirate, in particular, Anne Bonny, was a fierce woman who didn’t take gruff from anyone. She might even have a few secrets in her history, like holding a crystal skull. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/visions-of-the-past/id1493585458 Want to be part of the brotherhood?...

The women of Assassin’s Creed have been important since the very first game. Acting as a decoy in that game Maria Thorpe has shown throughout her life that you can be many things and it is because of her that Altair was able to do so many things for the Brotherhood. Without her, the Assassin’s Creed universe would be vastly different. And that’s why today we will talk about the impact of Maria Tho...

Since the release of Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, I have heard many gamers say the ability for players to make choices in Assassin’s Creed goes against what has been established within the lore. In this episode, we are talking about the Empirical Truth, a series of messages that just might lay the path for choice within the series. Want to be part of the brotherhood? There are several ways you can su...

Aya of Alexandria went through many transformations throughout her time in Assassin’s Creed. She played a pivotal role in the early beginnings of the Assassin Order that we know today. Find out what lead her to this, and where her legacy comes from. Want to be part of the brotherhood? There are several ways you can support this podcast: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Stitcher , and iHeart...

After the fall of the Colonial Rite of the Templar Order, we follow the Templars as they rebuild and find success in the American Rite. From controlling the outcome of the American Civil War to the creation of the Atom Bomb and the rise of Capitalism, join me as I explore the impact Templars had in American History. Want to be part of the brotherhood? There are several ways you can support this po...

The number 72 is prominent within the Assassin’s Creed series. What does it mean? And where did it come from? In this episode, I’ll answer those questions and more to unlock the secret of the number 72. Want to be part of the brotherhood? There are several ways you can support this podcast: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Stitcher , and iHeart Radio . Leave a review on Apple Podcast Follow...

When the North American colonies were founded, it took little time for the Templars to gain a foothold. While they were not widely recognized as Templars, the North American continent wouldn’t have the foundation it needed to be what it is today without their influence. In this episode, we’re talking about this Colonial Rite of the Templar Order. Want to be part of the brotherhood? There are sever...

Robert de Sable was often considered the greatest enemy to the Levantine Assassins. He was also one of three characters within the series that was a templar in the series and historically, in real life. In this episode, I dive into the character within the game as well as the person who existed historically. Want to be part of the brotherhood? There are several ways you can support this podcast: S...

The black community has been oppressed and suffered at the hands of systemic racism for long enough. The events of the past several weeks have shown that it’s time to speak out against racism, and I’m using my platform to highlight a few people of color, namely Adewale, Achilles and Aveline, in the Assassin’s Creed series. Want to be part of the brotherhood? There are several ways you can support...

One of my favorite Assassin’s Creed characters is Evie Frye. Not only is she the first female protagonist in a main game, but she also plays a vital role in tracking down the Shroud of Eden. In today’s episode, I explore Evie and her relationship with her twin brother, Jacob, and their journey through the series. Want to be part of the brotherhood? There are several ways you can support this podca...

Following our favorite characters throughout the games and novels are the Swords of Eden. Wielded by Joan of Arc, Genghis Khan, and other powerful leaders throughout history and mythology, the swords possessed great power to allow them to win wars that would otherwise be unwinnable.  In this episode, we explore the stories behind the Swords of Eden. Want to be part of the brotherhood? There a...

Every series has secondary characters that deserve more of the limelight. Galina Voronina is one of those characters. Let's take a look at this character and why she should be more front and center in the series. Want to be part of the brotherhood? There are several ways you can support this podcast: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Stitcher , and iHeart Radio . Leave a review on Apple Podc...

The upcoming release of Assassin's Creed Valhalla has me asking a lot of questions about how the game could fit within the existing lore. Today, I explore some theories behind what we know so far about the game. Want to be part of the brotherhood? There are several ways you can support this podcast: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Stitcher , and iHeart Radio . Leave a review on Apple Podca...

The Helix is a complex system contained within Assassin’s Creed games, comics, and books. But what is it exactly? There’s more to it than you might realize. It goes beyond DNA storage, and I uncover the mystery and propaganda that Abstergo included to hide its true intentions. Want to be part of the Brotherhood? There are several ways you can support this podcast: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts , Spo...

Bringing you a special bonus episode with the host of Let's Talk Assassin's Creed , Declan Rose. We take a deep dive into our predictions about this year's Assassin's Creed game release.  In this episode: Where the modern-day story could go Possible size of the map The already-established lore about the Viking Age How the Norse myths could fit in You can also check out the Let's Talk Assassin...

Dive into the world of Abstergo Industries. Unlock the secrets of their foundation, why they were created, and where the company stands today. After listening to today’s show, you’ll be left with one question: Do you see similar industries in our world today? Want to be part of the brotherhood? There are several ways you can support this podcast: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Stitcher ,...

In this episode, I am going to take a look at the Isu Juno everything from the character's life to her real-world connections and my thoughts on the character. Music by Joseph McDade Visions of the Past on Twitter

In this episode, I am going to take a look at The Great Catastrophe everything from what it was and why it happened to what was done in an attempt to stop it and my personal thoughts on the event. Music by Joseph McDade Visions of the Past on Twitter

In this episode, I am going to take a look at The Italian Brotherhood of Assassins from their formation to the modern-day, along with my personal thoughts of the group. Music by Joseph McDade Visions of the Past on Twitter

In this episode, I am going to take a look at the life of Haytham Kenway from his return to The Colonies in 1758 to his death, along with the my personal thoughts on the character. Music by Joseph McDade Visions of the Past on Twitter