Why did Bayek lose his finger?
Bayek, the protagonist of Assassin’s Creed Origins, lost his finger when he accidentally amputated it while assassinating someone, which later became a symbol of commitment to the Creed. This incident led to the tradition of amputating the ring finger as a way to show devotion to the Assassin Brotherhood, allowing the Hidden Blade to extend naturally from the hole created by the missing finger.
Introduction to Bayek’s Story
Bayek’s story is deeply connected to the origins of the Assassin Brotherhood, and his loss of a finger is a pivotal moment in his journey.
The Tradition of Amputating the Ring Finger
The tradition of amputating the ring finger was continued by other Assassins, including Altair, who later modified the design of the Hidden Blade to make the sacrifice unnecessary.
FAQs
1. Why do Assassins remove their ring finger?
Assassins remove their ring finger to increase the stealth capabilities of the Hidden Blade, allowing it to extend naturally from the hole created by the user’s missing appendage.
2. Why is Ezio missing a finger?
Ezio is not missing a finger because Leonardo da Vinci improved the Hidden Blade design, making it unnecessary to amputate the finger.
3. Did Bayek and Aya break up?
Yes, Bayek and Aya broke up after their son, Khemu, died, and Aya decided to leave Bayek to complete her cycle of vengeance.
4. How did Eivor lose his finger?
Eivor lost his finger when he equipped Basim’s Outfit, which moved the Hidden Blade beneath his wrist and removed his ring finger entirely.
5. Was Bayek the first Assassin?
Bayek and Aya are considered the first true Assassins, as they founded the Hidden Ones and established its Creed.
6. Why did Aya divorce Bayek?
Aya divorced Bayek because their love was lost after their son, Khemu, died, and she felt that their love was never possible.
7. Did Aya really love Bayek?
Yes, Aya and Bayek had deep love and affection for each other, having grown up together as children and eventually becoming a couple.
8. Does Aya become evil?
Aya’s actions are not necessarily evil, but rather a result of her experiencing pain and grief after being betrayed.
9. How old was Ezio when he died?
Ezio died at the age of 65, suffering a heart attack while on a trip to the market square in Florence.
10. Why was Ezio killed?
Ezio’s death was not a result of being killed, but rather a heart attack likely brought on by his illness.
11. Is Basim missing a finger?
Yes, Basim is missing a finger, which he voluntarily sacrificed to prove his devotion to the Assassin Creed.
12. Why is Altair missing a finger?
Altair modified the design of the Hidden Blade, making the sacrifice of the finger unnecessary, and instead, the Order branded the fingers as a rite of passage.
13. Do all Assassins have a missing finger?
No, not all Assassins have a missing finger, as Altair abolished the tradition entirely, making the removal of the finger optional.
14. Why do Assassins wipe blood?
Assassins wipe blood as a way to prove the death of their target, using a feather or other objects to confirm the kill.
15. Is Bayek alive in AC Valhalla?
No, Bayek is dead, and his mummified remains were found by Layla in Assassin’s Creed Origins, allowing her to extract his genetic memories.