Assassin's Creed Freedom Cry His Own Medicine
Assassin's Creed Freedom Cry is a DLC game that follows the story of Adéwalé, a former slave turned assassin, who seeks to liberate slaves and fight against oppression in the Caribbean during the 18th century. In the DLC game, His Own Medicine, Adéwalé continues his mission to free slaves while uncovering a conspiracy involving the Templars.
The Story
The story of His Own Medicine takes place after the events of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag. Adéwalé finds himself shipwrecked on the island of Saint-Domingue, where he meets Bastienne Josèphe, a former slave who is now a leader of a resistance group. Adéwalé joins forces with Bastienne and together they fight against the French colonizers who oppress the slaves.
As they progress in their mission, Adéwalé and Bastienne uncover a conspiracy involving the Templars who seek to use the slaves as a workforce to build their empire. Adéwalé must use his assassin skills to stop the Templars and liberate the slaves.
The Gameplay
The gameplay of His Own Medicine is similar to that of Black Flag. Players control Adéwalé as he navigates the Caribbean islands, fights against enemies, and liberates slaves. The game features new weapons and abilities unique to Adéwalé, such as the blunderbuss and the machete. The game also introduces a new feature called the Adéwalé's Fleet, which allows players to send ships on missions to earn rewards and resources.
The Characters
His Own Medicine features a cast of characters who play important roles in the story. Adéwalé is the protagonist, a former slave who becomes an assassin and fights for the freedom of his people. Bastienne Josèphe is a former slave who leads a resistance group and allies with Adéwalé. Governor de Fayet is the main antagonist, a corrupt French governor who seeks to use the slaves as a workforce to build his empire. Other characters include Augustin Dieufort, an escaped slave who joins Adéwalé's crew, and Julien du Casse, a Templar who serves as Governor de Fayet's right-hand man.
The Historical Context
His Own Medicine takes place in the Caribbean during the 18th century, a time when slavery was widespread and the European powers fought for control of the region. The game portrays the harsh realities of slavery and the resistance movements that emerged to fight against it. The game also features historical figures such as Toussaint Louverture, a leader of the Haitian Revolution, and François Mackandal, a Haitian maroon who fought against the French colonizers.
Assassin's Creed Freedom Cry: His Own Medicine is an action-packed game that provides players with an immersive experience of the Caribbean during the 18th century. The game's story, characters, and historical context make it a must-play for fans of the Assassin's Creed series and anyone interested in the history of the Caribbean and the fight against slavery.