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| − | |name=[[Liberation of Rome]] |
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| − | |battles= [[Rise of the Brotherhood]] – [[Infiltration of the Castel Sant'Angelo]] – [[Incident at the Pagan Party]] – [[Skirmish in the Campagna District]] – [[Colosseum Passion Play]] – [[Fall of Cesare Borgia]]}} |
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|name = Skirmish in the Campagna District |
|name = Skirmish in the Campagna District |
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|date = 1503 |
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| − | |place = [[Campagna District]], [[Rome]] |
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+ | |result = [[Assassins|Assassin]] victory: |
*Death of [[Octavian de Valois]]. |
*Death of [[Octavian de Valois]]. |
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| + | *Eradication of French forces in Rome. |
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| + | |side1 = *[[Italian Brotherhood of Assassins|Italian Brotherhood]] of [[Assassins]] |
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| − | **[[House of Borgia]] |
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**[[Ezio Auditore da Firenze]] |
**[[Ezio Auditore da Firenze]] |
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+ | **Octavian de Valois |
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+ | **Roman and French [[guards|soldiers]] |
| + | |commanders1 = *Ezio Auditore da Firenze |
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| + | *Bartolomeo d'Alviano |
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| + | |casual2 = *Octavian de Valois |
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| + | *Unspecified numbers of French soldiers.}} |
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| + | Bartolomeo had been ensnared in a losing battle with the French for a few years, and it had grown worse with the addition of [[House of Borgia|Borgia]] soldiers. However, the [[Assassins|Assassin]] [[Ezio Auditore da Firenze]] aided Bartolomeo in his fight by assassinating [[Battista Borgia]], causing the Borgia troops to withdraw from the battle. |
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| − | Following the death of [[Juan Borgia the Elder]], the [[Assassins|Assassin]] [[Ezio Auditore da Firenze]] intended to assassinate [[Octavian de Valois|the Baron of Valois]], one of the [[House of Borgia|Borgia]]'s supporters, in order to weaken Cesare's influential control over [[Rome]] and to lower the morale of the [[guards]] positioned at the [[Castel Sant'Angelo]]. Ezio visited the [[Caserma di Alviano|military barracks]] to check on his old friend Bartolomeo d'Alviano, who was battling the [[France|French]] forces of [[Cesare Borgia]], led by the Baron. |
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| + | Following the battle, the Assassins were able to focus their attention to the Borgia, having driven the [[France|French]] soldiers from Rome. This led the Assassins to procure a key to the [[Castel Sant'Angelo]], enabling them with full access of the Castello. |
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| − | Reaching the barracks, Ezio was greeted by a paranoid Bartolomeo, who quickly pointed his sword at Ezio the moment he arrived. When he recognized him, however, his paranoia subsided, and he segued into a more cheerful demeanor. He told Ezio that he had been expecting his wife, and Ezio admitted did not surprise him. Ezio then asked who this Baron de Valois was. Bartolomeo informed him that Cesare had persuaded King Louis to lend him an army to combat against Bartolomeo, a fact that flattered him. |
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| + | Following the assassination of [[Cardinals|Cardinal]] [[Juan Borgia the Elder]], Ezio made his way to the Campagna District in Rome. Bartolomeo d'Alviano, a fellow Assassin and leader of the [[mercenaries]] in Rome, had his [[Caserma di Alviano|barracks]] stationed in the district. |
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| + | Upon reaching the barracks, Ezio was greeted by Bartolomeo. However, Bartolomeo had become paranoid from the frequent combat with the French forces, and nearly attacked Ezio as a result. |
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| − | Ezio inquired on how the battle against the Baron was going, and Bartolomeo assured him that the French were in retreat. As they conversed, however, a French [[Arquebusiers|arquebusier]] shot at the two from a distance, though missed. Despite this, Bartolomeo still insisted that the fight was going well, until a [[Mercenaries|mercenary]] loudly announced that the French troops were moving in for a direct assault. Bartolomeo then admitted that he may need some help containing the situation. |
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| − | Ezio, Bartolomeo and the mercenaries fought against the French forces, successfully driving back the first wave of soldiers; however, further reinforcements attacked the barracks and overwhelmed Bartolomeo's men. Ezio and the mercenaries then had all three of the gates leading directly into the barracks closed, to prevent any more from entering. |
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| + | Recognizing Ezio, Bartolomeo let his guard down, and the two had a brief discussion, with Bartolomeo informing Ezio of the battle and the French commander, the Baron Octavian de Valois. Before they could continue their deliberation, a mercenary caught sight of a French battalion approaching, and shouted for the gates to be closed. |
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| + | Becoming aware that he required aid, Bartolomeo ordered Ezio to shut the gates while his men battled with the French soldiers. Maneuvering around the combat, Ezio was able to shut the various gates of the barracks, preventing additional French soldiers from entering the battle. Having closed the gates, Ezio then assisted Bartolomeo and his men in vanquishing the French troops that remained in the barracks. |
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| − | [[File:ACBSP 2011-04-10 19-22-59-11.png|thumb|250px|Pantasilea in chains.]] |
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| − | Although the barracks was safely defended, the Baron Octavian de Valois and his troops called for Bartolomeo's attention. With Bartolomeo listening from behind the gates of the barracks, Octavian asked for Bartolomeo's unconditional surrender. Bartolomeo angrily refused. Octavian then told him that he must learn to speak French, in order to mask the condottiero's barbaric sensibilities. Bartolomeo mockingly agreed, asking the Baron to teach him in French, while he instructed the Baron in fighting, since he appeared to do so little of it. |
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| + | Although the barracks had been secured, the Baron and his troops made advances towards the barracks, calling for Bartolomeo's attention. As Bartolomeo listened attentively, Octavian solicited for Bartolomeo's unconditional surrender. Headstrong, Bartolomeo refused the Baron's request irritably. |
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| − | After exchanging insults, Octavian once again requested for Bartolomeo's surrender before sunrise. Bartolomeo, finding such a request amusing, warned the Baron that his ''"lady, Bianca"'' would whisper it into the Baron's ear. Octavian then revealed that his troops had managed to capture Bartolomeo's wife, [[Pantasilea Baglioni|Pantasilea]], and promised to release her, should Bartolomeo come into his camp unarmed and alone. The Baron and his men then left the vicinity. |
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| + | At Bartolomeo's refusal of surrender, the Baron had one of his men bring Bartolomeo's spouse, [[Pantasilea Baglioni]], forward. In response, Bartolomeo threatened the Baron; however, before departing, the Baron gave him an ultimatum in which Bartolomeo would have to enter the French camp unarmed at dawn, or have his spouse killed. |
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| − | Enraged, Bartolomeo, with Ezio close behind him, rode on [[Horses|horseback]] to the [[Castra Praetoria]] for a rescue attempt. However, they soon discovered that the camp was impenetrable. After Bartolomeo angrily shouted insults through the gates of the camp, Ezio told him that it would be best to regroup and gather their force for a direct assault, just as they had done in [[L'Arsenale]]. |
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+ | Enraged, Bartolomeo pursued the Frenchmen on [[Horses|horseback]] with Ezio. Arriving at the [[Castra Praetoria|French encampment]], Bartolomeo shouted threats and jeers at the French, though Ezio devised a plan, and told Bartolomeo to recall his men to the barracks. Ceding to Ezio's proposal, Bartolomeo briskly departed for the quarters with his men. |
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+ | {{Quote|We need to liberate several suits of French armor. At dawn, we are going to walk right in.|Ezio explains his plan to Bartolomeo.|Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood}} |
| + | Once at the barracks, Ezio described his plan to Bartolomeo, informing him that they would need to eliminate French soldiers and procure their [[armor]]. Ezio went on to explain they would utilize it to enter the French camp inconspicuously. Consenting, Bartolomeo volunteered his men to claim the armor from the fallen French troops. |
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| − | [[File:French Kiss 1.png|thumb|250px|Bartolomeo and Ezio, discussing Ezio's plan.]] |
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| − | At the barracks, Ezio asked Bartolomeo if the mercenaries were capable of overpowering the French guard patrols if they managed to initiate a surprise assault inside the camp. Bartolomeo confirmed this without a doubt. Ezio then told Bartolomeo his plan, which was to liberate several suits of French armor for the mercenaries to use. Once in gear, Ezio and the mercenaries would bring Bartolomeo to the French camp, as if the condotteiro had surrendered to the them. Once inside the camp, Ezio would give the signal to attack. |
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| + | Traversing the district, Ezio stealthily eliminated twenty French soldiers, managing to keep the armor unsoiled for Bartolomeo's mercenaries. He then made his way to Bartolomeo, where Ezio and the mercenaries outfitted themselves with the French soldiers' attire. After dressing themselves in the French garb, Ezio led the mercenaries and Bartolomeo as they made their way to the French camp. |
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| − | Bartolomeo was overjoyed with Ezio's cleverly devised plan. He then told Ezio that he would order his men to gather the armor from the dead soldiers, and also added that they would proceed to the camp from the north, so as not to arouse suspicion. Before Ezio left, Bartolomeo warned the Assassin to keep the fight brief, in order to cause less damage to the armor, and allow them to have clean disguises. |
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+ | [[File:Trojan 3.png|thumb|250px|Ezio and the mercenaries proceeding with Bartolomeo]] |
| + | Along the way, Ezio encountered three French checkpoints. Aware that they would be identified if observed at the checkpoints, Bartolomeo told Ezio to eliminate the soldiers at each checkpoint. Stealthily slaying the troops on patrol, Ezio cleared the path at each opportunity, enabling Bartolomeo and his men to safely reach the camp. |
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| − | After the meeting, Ezio scouted the district, killing the French soldiers stationed at nearby military camps and did so without being seen. After the twentieth soldier fell, the mercenaries took the armor from the corpses littered around the area. Gathering at the north, the mercenaries clad themselves in the French's armor, as they readied to proceed into the enemy camp. |
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| + | Arriving at the French camp, Ezio was confronted by a French soldier who questioned him dubiously. Informing the soldier in French that he was escorting Bartolomeo to the Baron, Ezio managed to pass by. He then led Bartolomeo past taunting French soldiers, arriving at the inner section of the camp where the Baron manifested with his detainee, Pantasilea. |
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| − | ===Infiltrating the French base=== |
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| − | {{Dialogue|Bartolomeo|You speak French?|Ezio|There were a couple of French girls in [[Florence|Firenze]].|Ezio and Bartolomeo after their safe access to the French camp.|Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood}} |
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| − | Bartolomeo ordered his men to give him his own suit of armor, however, Ezio quickly dismissed this, reminding Bartolomeo that their plan required him to act as the prisoner. Agreeing, Bartolomeo joined his men with his hand tied. Ezio, after donning the armor of a French Captain, prepared to proceed through the district with Bartolomeo and his mercenaries, carefully following the path that a French patrol would take so as not to arouse any suspicion. As they marched on, Ezio noticed some of the Baron's soldiers from afar, who could potentially ruin their plan. Wasting no time, Ezio eliminated them before the mercenaries arrived, and did the same for any other soldiers along the path. |
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| + | Observing his spouse with the Baron, Bartolomeo engaged in a heated argument with the Baron. Eventually, the Baron brandished his rifle toward Pantasilea, at which Ezio signaled for the mercenaries to commence their attack. Discerning Bartolomeo's strategy, the Baron retreated into the inner keep with Pantasilea as his captive. |
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| − | Subsequently, as they marched, Ezio and Bartolomeo discussed what the Baron thought of Cesare's promise to allow the French to rule Italy. Bartolomeo spoke of the Baron's pride in his bloodline, how it affected his capability in battle, and that no matter what he thought, Cesare intended to be king. He also told Ezio his opinion on the plan, thinking it brilliant, if not cowardly. He said that he believed in fair fighting, to which Ezio commented that the Baron and Cesare thought otherwise. Bartolomeo then quoted something [[Giovanni Auditore da Firenze|Ezio's father]] had once written, ''"There will come a day in which men no longer cheat each other; and on that day we will see what mankind is truly capable of."'' |
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| − | [[File:Trojan 3.png|thumb|left|250px|Ezio escorting Bartolomeo and the "French soldiers."]] |
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| + | Flanked by nearby soldiers, Ezio engaged in an aggressive battle with the [[guards]] alongside Bartolomeo and his mercenaries. However, Bartolomeo soon ordered Ezio to pursue the Baron, telling him to utilize the rooftops to avoid the battle raging on in the encampment. |
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| − | As they arrived at the entrance of the French camp, a guard posted on a watch tower asked Ezio, in French, what his business was there. Ezio replied in French, stating that Bartolomeo had surrendered to the Baron and wished for his wife to be freed. The guard, doubting Ezio's demeanor and accent, asked what part of France he was from. Ezio replied that he was from Montreal. After this, the guard granted access to Ezio and his men. When Bartolomeo asked where Ezio had learned to speak French, he replied that there had been a few French girls in [[Florence|Firenze]] during his time there. |
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| + | Traversing the rooftops, Ezio eliminated the few [[archers]] that remained while he followed the Baron. Ultimately, Ezio's pursuit of the Baron led him to the keep located towards the rear of the fortress. There, Ezio observed as the Baron hastily led Pantasilea into a small courtyard surrounded by a multi-story building. The Baron then threatened Ezio, claiming he would kill Pantasilea should he notice Ezio approaching. |
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| − | [[File:Trojan 6.png|thumb|250px|The Baron and Bartolomeo meet at the French camp.]] |
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| − | {{quote|You think commanding an army grants you nobility? Nobility comes from fighting beside your soldiers, not kidnapping a woman so you can cheat your way out of battle! Why don't you grow a pair, and release my wife?!|Bartolomeo, to Octavian de Valois.|Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood}} |
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| − | While walking inside the camp, Bartolomeo was insulted and taunted by the soldiers stationed there, which continued until Bartolomeo faced Octavian directly. The Baron, with Pantasilea beside him, greeted Bartolomeo with mock courtesy. Bartolomeo, enraged with the Baron's tactics, demanded that his wife be released. The Baron then tried to press on with his insults, telling Bartolomeo that his entitlements were too much for a man of his low caliber. Bartolomeo then claimed that his name was worth its currency, unlike the Baron's, which he stated was counterfeit. The Baron was deeply offended, but Bartolomeo continued, saying that one gained nobility by battling beside one's men, and not through kidnapping women in order to cheat out of battle. He once again demanded his wife be released. |
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| + | While the Baron held Pantasilea hostage in the courtyard, Ezio maneuvered covertly around the keep. While stealthily eliminated the soldiers, Ezio made sure not to alert the Baron. Having taken out the guards in the keep, Ezio proceeded onto the rooftop of the building overlooking the small courtyard where the Baron was holding his prisoner. |
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| − | The Baron, his rifle in hand, pointed it to Pantasilea's head in response to the taunts. Seeing the danger, Ezio fired his [[Pistol|hidden gun]] into the air, signaling the mercenaries to initiate the attack. Sensing danger, the Baron quickly fled with Pantasilea in tow, while several [[Papal Guard|Papal guards]] defended his retreat. Then Ezio, Bartolomeo, the mercenaries and the French soldiers engaged in a fray. |
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| + | After locating the Baron below, Ezio leapt from the rooftop, air-assassinating the Baron, who, in his final words, informed Ezio that he merely sought esteem. After providing the Baron with his last rites, Ezio unbound Pantasilea as Bartolomeo reached the courtyard. |
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| − | After disposing of the guards, Bartolomeo demanded that Ezio follow Octavian, and save Pantasilea. Agreeing to do so, Ezio quickly left the vicinity, climbing the nearest rooftop and making his way through the camp from there. Though stopped by several French Guard Captains stationed at the gate to the Baron's personal barracks, Ezio battled the men and eventually routed them. Opening the gate, Ezio proceeded forward. As he set foot in the courtyard, Ezio was nearly shot by the Baron, who was effortlessly dragging Pantasilea with him. Inside the safety of the barracks, he angrily threatened to kill Pantasilea should he notice the slightest hint that Ezio was near. |
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| + | Reuniting in a passionate embrace, Bartolomeo discussed the battle with his wife, accrediting Ezio with the plan to rescue her; however, Ezio denied this praise, telling Pantasilea it was her husband's concept. Pantasilea then hailed her husband as her "prince," before expressing her gratitude to Ezio and departing with her husband. |
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| − | ===Rescue mission=== |
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| − | {{Dialogue2|Octavian|I only wanted respect.|Ezio|Respect is earned, not inherited or purchased.|Perhaps you are right... I need more time...|Octavian to Ezio at death.|Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood}} |
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| − | [[Free-running|Treading carefully]], Ezio quietly made his way onto the walls of the barracks, avoiding the guards until he saw the Baron with his rifle still pointed to Pantasilea's head. Seeing an opportunity, Ezio leapt and killed the Baron before he could react. As he died, the Baron told Ezio that he had only wanted respect. Ezio then told him that it was something earned, not inherited or purchased. The Baron then realized his mistake as he closed his eyes, He asked for another chance to redeem himself but it was too late the deed was done, and Ezio spoke his words of respect over the body. After this, he left to check on Pantasilea. |
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| − | [[File:Au Revoir 6.png|thumb|right|250px|Pantasilea and Bartolomeo hug each other intimately.]] |
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| + | {{Dialogue2|Cesare|What has happened here?|Rodrigo|I do not know what you mean?|My funds, my troops. Gone.|Cesare Borgia questions his father about the loss of French support.|Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood}} |
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| − | Bartolomeo arrived soon after to attend to Pantasilea. The two hugged each other warmly, as Bartolomeo revealed that he had been lost without her. Pantasilea then told him that what he had planned was brilliant, but he corrected her that it was not his plan, but Ezio's. Ezio then countered this himself, telling Pantasilea that it had all been Bartolomeo's doing. A puzzled Bartolomeo was then hugged by Pantasilea, who told him that he was her prince. |
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| + | Following the Baron's death, the Borgia's oppression and control over Rome declined. However, the loss of the French support came as a surprise to the Captain General of the Papal forces, [[Cesare Borgia]], who became aware of the situation several weeks later after being informed of the events by his father, [[Rodrigo Borgia|Pope Alexander VI]]. |
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| + | Accusing his father of murdering the Baron, Cesare swiftly entered into a vehement quarrel with the Pope. The two disagreed though, and their altercation culminated when Cesare force-fed his father a poisoned apple. |
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| − | After this, and thanking Ezio for his assistance, Pantasilea left the camp. Bartolomeo followed her, patting Ezio on the shoulder and signifying a job well done. Ezio simply watched Bartolomeo and Pantasilea leave before departing himself. |
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| − | {{Dialogue2|Pantasilea|You are my prince.|Bartolomeo|Now I better earn that title.|You will.|Bartolomeo and Pantasilea after her rescue.|Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood}} |
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| − | After Octavian's death, the French troops abandoned their stations in Rome and returned to France, weakening Cesare's balance of power and crippling his army even more. The mercenary guild continued to further the Assassins' cause, without any disturbances from the French army. This marked another step forward for the Assassins, and a step backward for the [[Templars]]. This event would soon aid Ezio in re-acquiring the Apple from Cesare and help the people with the [[Liberation of Rome]]. With the event over and done with, the Assassins soon planned their infiltration into the Colosseum Passion Play where they would attempt to assassinate [[Micheletto Corella]]. |
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Latest revision as of 14:06, 16 November 2019
- "Cesare persuaded King Louis to lend him an entire army to defeat me. I'm flattered."
- ―Bartolomeo d'Alviano, regarding the French.[src]
The skirmish in the Campagna District was a military conflict fought between the forces of Bartolomeo d'Alviano and Octavian de Valois in 1503, within the Campagna District of Rome.
Bartolomeo had been ensnared in a losing battle with the French for a few years, and it had grown worse with the addition of Borgia soldiers. However, the Assassin Ezio Auditore da Firenze aided Bartolomeo in his fight by assassinating Battista Borgia, causing the Borgia troops to withdraw from the battle.
Following the battle, the Assassins were able to focus their attention to the Borgia, having driven the French soldiers from Rome. This led the Assassins to procure a key to the Castel Sant'Angelo, enabling them with full access of the Castello.
Attack on Bartolomeo's barracks
- Bartolomeo: "It's only a matter of time before I have Valois by the throat. We have them in retreat."
- Ezio: "They seem to be getting closer."
- —Bartolomeo and Ezio discuss the French advances.[src]
Following the assassination of Cardinal Juan Borgia the Elder, Ezio made his way to the Campagna District in Rome. Bartolomeo d'Alviano, a fellow Assassin and leader of the mercenaries in Rome, had his barracks stationed in the district.
Upon reaching the barracks, Ezio was greeted by Bartolomeo. However, Bartolomeo had become paranoid from the frequent combat with the French forces, and nearly attacked Ezio as a result.
Bartolomeo and Ezio conversing at the barracks
Recognizing Ezio, Bartolomeo let his guard down, and the two had a brief discussion, with Bartolomeo informing Ezio of the battle and the French commander, the Baron Octavian de Valois. Before they could continue their deliberation, a mercenary caught sight of a French battalion approaching, and shouted for the gates to be closed.
Becoming aware that he required aid, Bartolomeo ordered Ezio to shut the gates while his men battled with the French soldiers. Maneuvering around the combat, Ezio was able to shut the various gates of the barracks, preventing additional French soldiers from entering the battle. Having closed the gates, Ezio then assisted Bartolomeo and his men in vanquishing the French troops that remained in the barracks.
Although the barracks had been secured, the Baron and his troops made advances towards the barracks, calling for Bartolomeo's attention. As Bartolomeo listened attentively, Octavian solicited for Bartolomeo's unconditional surrender. Headstrong, Bartolomeo refused the Baron's request irritably.
Pantasilea being held captive by the French
At Bartolomeo's refusal of surrender, the Baron had one of his men bring Bartolomeo's spouse, Pantasilea Baglioni, forward. In response, Bartolomeo threatened the Baron; however, before departing, the Baron gave him an ultimatum in which Bartolomeo would have to enter the French camp unarmed at dawn, or have his spouse killed.
Enraged, Bartolomeo pursued the Frenchmen on horseback with Ezio. Arriving at the French encampment, Bartolomeo shouted threats and jeers at the French, though Ezio devised a plan, and told Bartolomeo to recall his men to the barracks. Ceding to Ezio's proposal, Bartolomeo briskly departed for the quarters with his men.
Infiltration of the French encampment
Procuring armor and entrance
- "We need to liberate several suits of French armor. At dawn, we are going to walk right in."
- ―Ezio explains his plan to Bartolomeo.[src]
Once at the barracks, Ezio described his plan to Bartolomeo, informing him that they would need to eliminate French soldiers and procure their armor. Ezio went on to explain they would utilize it to enter the French camp inconspicuously. Consenting, Bartolomeo volunteered his men to claim the armor from the fallen French troops.
Traversing the district, Ezio stealthily eliminated twenty French soldiers, managing to keep the armor unsoiled for Bartolomeo's mercenaries. He then made his way to Bartolomeo, where Ezio and the mercenaries outfitted themselves with the French soldiers' attire. After dressing themselves in the French garb, Ezio led the mercenaries and Bartolomeo as they made their way to the French camp.
Ezio and the mercenaries proceeding with Bartolomeo
Along the way, Ezio encountered three French checkpoints. Aware that they would be identified if observed at the checkpoints, Bartolomeo told Ezio to eliminate the soldiers at each checkpoint. Stealthily slaying the troops on patrol, Ezio cleared the path at each opportunity, enabling Bartolomeo and his men to safely reach the camp.
Arriving at the French camp, Ezio was confronted by a French soldier who questioned him dubiously. Informing the soldier in French that he was escorting Bartolomeo to the Baron, Ezio managed to pass by. He then led Bartolomeo past taunting French soldiers, arriving at the inner section of the camp where the Baron manifested with his detainee, Pantasilea.
Observing his spouse with the Baron, Bartolomeo engaged in a heated argument with the Baron. Eventually, the Baron brandished his rifle toward Pantasilea, at which Ezio signaled for the mercenaries to commence their attack. Discerning Bartolomeo's strategy, the Baron retreated into the inner keep with Pantasilea as his captive.
Battle and rescue
Flanked by nearby soldiers, Ezio engaged in an aggressive battle with the guards alongside Bartolomeo and his mercenaries. However, Bartolomeo soon ordered Ezio to pursue the Baron, telling him to utilize the rooftops to avoid the battle raging on in the encampment.
Traversing the rooftops, Ezio eliminated the few archers that remained while he followed the Baron. Ultimately, Ezio's pursuit of the Baron led him to the keep located towards the rear of the fortress. There, Ezio observed as the Baron hastily led Pantasilea into a small courtyard surrounded by a multi-story building. The Baron then threatened Ezio, claiming he would kill Pantasilea should he notice Ezio approaching.
Ezio assassinating the Baron
While the Baron held Pantasilea hostage in the courtyard, Ezio maneuvered covertly around the keep. While stealthily eliminated the soldiers, Ezio made sure not to alert the Baron. Having taken out the guards in the keep, Ezio proceeded onto the rooftop of the building overlooking the small courtyard where the Baron was holding his prisoner.
After locating the Baron below, Ezio leapt from the rooftop, air-assassinating the Baron, who, in his final words, informed Ezio that he merely sought esteem. After providing the Baron with his last rites, Ezio unbound Pantasilea as Bartolomeo reached the courtyard.
Reuniting in a passionate embrace, Bartolomeo discussed the battle with his wife, accrediting Ezio with the plan to rescue her; however, Ezio denied this praise, telling Pantasilea it was her husband's concept. Pantasilea then hailed her husband as her "prince," before expressing her gratitude to Ezio and departing with her husband.
Aftermath
- Cesare: "What has happened here?"
- Rodrigo: "I do not know what you mean?"
- Cesare: "My funds, my troops. Gone."
- —Cesare Borgia questions his father about the loss of French support.[src]
Following the Baron's death, the Borgia's oppression and control over Rome declined. However, the loss of the French support came as a surprise to the Captain General of the Papal forces, Cesare Borgia, who became aware of the situation several weeks later after being informed of the events by his father, Pope Alexander VI.
Accusing his father of murdering the Baron, Cesare swiftly entered into a vehement quarrel with the Pope. The two disagreed though, and their altercation culminated when Cesare force-fed his father a poisoned apple.
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