The interweaving narrative in the Assassin's Creed franchise has always been a highlight for the series, but that's not to say that it's always made the most sense. Between ancient high-tech civilizations, a global conflict between two factions that has stretched thousands of years, and the occasional case of reincarnation, understanding Assassin's Creed lore can feel like a full-time job. That lore is going to take on another layer with the impending release of Assassin's Creed Mirage, where players will take the role of a much younger Basim, the trusted ally turned antagonist featured in Assassin's Creed Valhalla.