Assassin's Creed may never top the legendary Ezio Auditore when it comes to lead protagonists, though there has been no shortage of contenders. While characters like the OG Altaïr Ibn-LaʼAhad, Edward Kenway, and Bayek of Siwa are beloved among fans in their own right, Ezio remains the gold standard for the franchise.
Over nearly two decades, Assassin's Creed has introduced players to new leads in the form of warriors, pirates, Vikings, shinobi, and revolutionaries spanning thousands of years of history, with each protagonist offering a unique perspective on the eternal conflict between the Assassins and the Templars. Even the more divisive entries have contributed standout characters who continue to be celebrated by the community long after their games' release, such as Naoe and Yasuke from AC Shadows.
While rumors suggest that Ezio Auditore may make a comeback in the upcoming Hexe, albeit in a supporting role, he's officially returning in a rare and unique new release that honors the legend himself the way he deserves (via Pure Arts).
Ezio Auditore is making an official return in more ways than one, with the re-release of the iconic PureArts Animus Ezio Statue. Originally released back in 2020 in a quarter-scale...
