Ubisoft has remained silent on Assassin Creed Hexe since its brief teaser three years ago, but a fresh wave of leaks is painting a detailed picture – and the most exciting revelation is the return of the franchise’s most beloved protagonist. According to new reports, Ezio Auditore da Firenze will appear as a mentor figure, guiding a new assassin through the dark forests of 16th‑century Germany.
Assassin Creed Hexe New Hero, an Old Bloodline
The leaked information, shared by RinoTheBouncer on X, reveals that Hexe will center on a protagonist named Anika. She is described as a descendant of Claudia Auditore – Ezio’s sister. This connection to the Auditore lineage explains why Ezio would take an interest in her training. The setting is Wurzburg, Germany, and the game’s map will be dominated by dense woodland, offering a fresh, vertical playground for stealth and parkour.
Ezio as Mentor – A Natural Fit
Anika will learn the ways of the Assassins from Ezio himself, who serves as a mentor figure. However, she develops her own unique style, relying on alchemy to inflict various effects on her enemies – poisons, smoke, or other concoctions. This blends the classic Brotherhood training with a supernatural‑adjacent edge fitting the witch‑trial era.
The student‑mentor dynamic is not new for the franchise, but given Anika’s Auditore heritage, it would be a missed opportunity not to include Ezio. Still, some fans worry that bringing him back repeatedly dilutes the impact of his original arc. With Assassins Creed IV: Black Flag getting a remake and the first three games likely to follow, Ezio fatigue could set in.
Gameplay: Alchemy and RPG Roots
The leaks also confirm that Hexe will continue the RPG‑style approach seen in Origins, Odyssey, and Valhalla. However, the alchemy system could offer a fresh twist, allowing players to craft potions and powders for both stealth and combat. The woodland setting suggests a focus on environmental traversal and ambushes.
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A Note of Caution
None of this has been confirmed by Ubisoft. The game has reportedly changed creative directors multiple times – Clint Hocking left earlier this year, and Benoit Richer also departed. Such turbulence often signals development struggles. Fans should treat these leaks as speculative until an official reveal.
With Summer Game Fest and Gamescom approaching, Ubisoft may finally lift the veil. For now, the prospect of Ezio returning as a wise mentor in a dark, alchemical German forest is enough to stir excitement.