Episodes
In today's episode, the Cups discuss all the information we have about Isu sages. What they are, where and who they come from, how they reincarnate and more. We also discuss the three different types of Isu sages. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the Master Assassin tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/aclorecast We've launched merch! Become a...
Published 04/11/24
In today's episode, the Cups discuss all the information about pieces of Eden that you may have forgotten, including types, abilities, and where they come from. We also discuss where we think Ubisoft will take the search for more pieces of Eden. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the Master Assassin tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW!...
Published 03/28/24
The Cups, along with the patrons, draft their own teams of assassins to take down the templars. Whose team will have the best chances? Listen now to find out! Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the Master Assassin tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/aclorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Assassin tier or higher to get these...
Published 03/21/24
In this week's episode, the Cups discuss everything you need to know about the philosophy behind both the Order of Ancients and the Templar Order. While they are two distinct groups, they definitely have a lot in common. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the Master Assassin tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/aclorecast We've launched merch!...
Published 03/14/24
In this week's episode, the Cups discuss each tenet of the Assassin's Creed, as well as the motto and maxim! We break down what "Nothing is true; everything is permitted" really means. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the Master Assassin tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/aclorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the Assassin tier or...
Published 03/07/24
Today, the Cups discuss one of the most anticipated character deep dives -- Desmond Miles! Join us as we discuss this enigmatic character, including his story, his childhood, and ultimately, his death. Now introducing Assassin's Creed Lorecast merch for everyone! Check it out at our shop! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the Master Assassin tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/aclorecast We've launched merch! Become a patron at the...
Published 02/29/24
On this week's episode, the patrons join the show to spin the wheel and decide who they will f***, marry, or kill! Appropriate for February, the month of Valentine's Day! Assassins, templars, Abstergo employees, modern-day characters, and more are all represented in the wheel. Listen now, and join the patreon to come on next month's show! Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the Master Assassin tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW!...
Published 02/22/24
In today's episode, the Cups discuss everything there is to know about what the assassins and templars did during World War 2, including a discussion of the actions of famous scientist J. Robert Oppenheimer. We also discuss the creation of the Die Glocke, and what that even really is and how it connects to and maybe even breaks established Assassin's Creed lore. Want to chime in on the conversation? You can become a patron at the Master Assassin tier or higher and join us ON THE SHOW!...
Published 02/15/24
Welcome to Season Five!!! This season is going to give you all the information you need to know about all the most important events and lore of the Assassin's Creed franchise. Some of these topics will be somewhat of a review from our season 1, but we'll also build on that foundation and give you tons of new information as well. Today, we're starting with the machine that first introduced us to the series: the Animus. Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com Join us on patron chats by...
Published 02/08/24
We're returning to our assassins v. templars series with a discussion about several important events that occurred in the first half of the 20th century, or the 1900s. We're discussing the Roaring Twenties (unfortunately, no flappers or speakeasies), the Spanish Civil War, and the Founding of Abstergo. You might even hear some familiar names in this one. Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com Join us on patron chats by signing up to be a subscriber, and at certain tiers, you can even join...
Published 12/14/23
Today's episode is a departure from our assassins vs. templars series. We're taking a look into a role named the Black Cross. This role is held by one person and works within the Templar Order for reform. But they also have the right to work with the assassins. So are they a tool that can be used by the assassins as well? We take a look at all these questions and more, as well as all the lore behind the origin of the Black Cross. Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com Join us on patron...
Published 12/07/23
On this week's episode, we're back with another Patron Chat! Join Austin, Shelby, and our patrons as we discuss who is going to host the best holiday party...and who's going to cause the whole party to end on a sour note. Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com Join us on patron chats by signing up to be a subscriber, and at certain tiers, you can even join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/aclorecast If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify!...
Published 11/30/23
On this week's episode, we're heading to one of the places we most want to see a new Assassin's Creed game take place – India. Today, we're discussing the Sikh Empire of India, and how they tied into the assassins and the templars. You might be able to guess that we also discuss the Koh-i-noor diamond at length. Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com Join us on patron chats by signing up to be a subscriber, and at certain tiers, you can even join us ON THE SHOW!...
Published 11/09/23
On this week's episode, we're heading back to Britain and it's surprisingly important era of recoinage – like us, you might be asking "what even is a recoinage?" Well, we'll dive into all that as well. During this episode, we'll also be featuring a few high-profile people associated with the assassins and templars, namely the one and only Sir Isaac Newton. Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com Join us on patron chats by signing up to be a subscriber, and at certain tiers, you can even...
Published 11/02/23
In this week's episode, the Cups break down a character that you maybe haven't heard of...especially if you've only played the games. This character is Charlotte de la Cruz, and she only appears in books and comics. She's mentioned in the games, but only briefly. Listen now to find out everything you need to know about this important, modern-day assassin. Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com We've launched a Patreon! Join us as a subscriber, and at certain tiers, you can even join us ON...
Published 10/26/23
On this week's episode, we're back with another Patron Chat! Join Austin and our patron SirSitsAlot as they talk about the newest Assassin's Creed entry and their first impressions of the new game. Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com Join us on patron chats by signing up to be a subscriber, and at certain tiers, you can even join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/aclorecast If you enjoyed our podcast, give us a rating and review on Apple and/or Spotify! We'll even read your review...
Published 10/19/23
On this week's episode, we're heading over to the Far East, specifically China and Japan during the Renaissance era. We discuss the Chinese assassins and their rebirth thanks to the one and only Shao Jun. And we also talk about the Japanese assassins and their tumultuous years working in the political arena. Listen now to find out about how these two situations may affect Assassin's Creed: Codename Jade and Assassin's Creed: Codename Red! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com Join us on...
Published 10/12/23
On this week's episode, we're discussing a few infamous kings of England, namely Henry the 8th and King John. We take a look at how the assassins and the templars worked through the kings and their advisors during these periods in English history. Interestingly enough, the assassins had more of a stronghold in this time, due to the signing of the Magna Carta, which they influenced. Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com Join us on patron chats by signing up to be a subscriber, and at...
Published 10/05/23
In today's episode, the Cups interview Philip Shahbaz about all things Assassin's Creed. Philip Shahbaz is THE original assassin, voicing the one and only Altaïr Ibn-La'Ahad in Assassin's Creed. Listen now to learn about the making of Assassin's Creed, why Altaïr doesn't have a Middle Eastern accent, if Philip is down to reprise his role as Altaïr, and so much more. Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com Join us on patron chats by signing up to be a subscriber, and at certain tiers, you...
Published 09/28/23
In this week's episode, we discuss which faction we would want to join. Would you rather join the mysterious Isu, the corrupt templars, or the "good guy" assassins? We discuss this, as well as the recent news we've gotten about Mirage and its upcoming release next month! Check out our website! cupspodcasting.com Join us on patron chats by signing up to be a subscriber, and at certain tiers, you can even join us ON THE SHOW! https://www.patreon.com/aclorecast If you enjoyed our podcast, give...
Published 09/21/23