Assassin’s Creed Lineage is the prequel to the events that occur in Assassin’s Creed II. It follows Ezio’s father, GiovanniAuditore da Firenze, as he investigates the murder of the Duke of Milan.

Uncovering the truth only implicates him further and soon, he is hunted himself.

In the first of three short films,

Giovanni Auditore, an assassin, attempts to thwart a conspiracy against one of Lorenzo de Medicis allies, whom he works for. The ensuing inquiry will take him to Milan where he tries to prevent the worst from happening.

The 14 minute film is a great looking blend of live-action and some CGI effects to recreate a world from the Italian Renaissance. We’ll even see a young Ezio before he bears the the hood and sword of an assassin. It does get you excited for the upcoming game, that’s for sure.