A Collector’s Edition Item From Assassin’s Creed Mirage Carries an Important Part of Basim From His Childhood

Published 10/05/2023, 8:48 AM EDT

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In Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Basim, the pickpocket from 9th Century Baghdad, dawns the robe. The main antagonist from Assassin’s Creed Valhalla makes a return to the series, but this time with a twist. As Basim transforms from a street thief to a skilled assassin, players will get to experience his backstory in the game.

In Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Ubisoft has paid attention to detail. Every minor detail, such as the attires of the NPC’s to the representation of Baghdad, has been thoroughly worked upon. Further, one detail about Basim’s childhood has been beautifully crafted into the story. The protagonist carries a broach in the game and upon seeing this, many fans have wanted to get their hands on one.

Basim’s Broach from the Collector’s Edition of Assassin’s Creed Mirage

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During the Assassin’s Creed Mirage Launch Celebration live stream, Youssef Maguid had a chat with Lee Majdoub and Shohreh Aghdashloo, the voice actors for Basim and Roshan, respectively. After talking for a while, they decided to unbox one of the Collector’s Edition boxes of Assassin’s Creed Mirage. While unboxing the Collectors set, Lee and Shohreh spoke about the items in great detail, explaining the significance of each item.

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One item that stood out was the broach that Basim carries around everywhere he goes. Players buying the Collector’s Edition will also receive the iconic Broach that encapsulates Basim’s childhood. The broach is made with a piece of tile from Basim’s childhood home, so the character can remember his roots. While unboxing the broach, Lee Majdoub speaks of the sentimental value that the broach holds for Basim. Futher, he shares his opinion of the broach and how it has connected with him too.

For players who are looking for nothing but the full experience, they can get themselves the Collectors Edition. The Collector’s Edition really captures the essence of being a hardcore Assassin’s Creed fan. While the broach might be the most iconic, players will also receive other items in the Collector’s Edition.

What can players expect from the Collectors Edition of AC Mirage?

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Assassin’s Creed Mirage Collector’s Edition will bring in many interesting skins, sound packs, and more. Players getting the Collectors Edition of AC Mirage will receive a complete pack inspired by Prince of Persia as seen in the Deluxe Edition. Collectors Edition holders will also get the extra sound pack for the game that players can swap in and out at will.

Players who love figurines are in for a treat as the Collectors Edition drops a 32cm Basim figure. Among other things, players will receive a unique steelbook, a 78-page artbook, and a perfect replica of Basims broach.

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The dedicated fans will also receive a physical poster of the map of Baghdad. While players get to see quite a few things from the series through the collector’s edition, many would rather just go for the standard edition. With a split in the crowd among the three tiers of the game they can buy, how much do you love Assassin’s Creed Mirage?

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