It has been reported that Assassin’s Creed Red Samurai is drawing inspiration from an actual African Samurai
Yasuke’s tale is primarily made up. However, he was a real person, making him the first playable character in Assassin’s Creed to be real.
The Development of Yasuke in Assassin’s Creed Red:
Yasuke’s inclusion in Assassin’s Creed Red became a possibility following Insider Gaming’s exclusive report from earlier this year.
which verified that there would be two playable characters in the game. Our sources confirm that Yasuke is the male character. However, the storyline and direction of the game have been adapted to fit his tale.
A Twitter user named Jonathan provided some information earlier this year about “Naoe,” the female lead who seeks retribution for the death of her father. It is verifiable.
Her full name is Naoe Fujibayashi, and she is the daughter of one of the three greatest Iga jōnin in history, the illustrious Fujibayashi Nagato.
The first image of Naoe was leaked on Senior Writer Pierre Boudreau’s LinkedIn profile in October 2023. Just as Naoe
Yasuke’s Transition from Enslaved to Samurai
Yasuke was a slave in the game who was attacked while aboard a ship. causing everyone to perish, including his sweetheart. The lone survivor was Yasuke.
Yasuke was taken to Japan following his rescue. where he served under Nobunaga and picked up samurai skills. Yasuke and Naoe are bitter rivals at the beginning of the game. However, they later turn into allies who want to unite Japan as a common goal.
Other historical figures that are revealed to be present in Assassin’s Creed Red include Fujibayashi Nagato, Naoe’s father; Oda Nobunaga; Akechi Mitsuhide; Hattori Hanzo, a character that returns; Toyotomi Hideyoshi; Kōdai-in, Hideyoshi’s wife; Oichi; Ashikaga Yoshiaki; Akechi Kagemitsu, and some others.
Currently, it’s unknown if Ubisoft will use Yasuke’s real name.
“Red” lacks a confirmed name and release date. However, anticipation is high for its expected launch in 2024, serving as the conclusive installment in the Assassin’s Creed RPG series.
The game is poised to transport players to feudal Japan, a destination long yearned for by fans. Recently leaked concept art has sparked speculation among fans about the possibility of an upcoming game update, possibly at The Game Awards.