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In this standalone episode, I discuss the black legend of the Order of Assassins, a medieval sect of Islam known for their reliance on infiltration and murder who were misrepresented by other Muslims, misunderstood by Crusaders, and mythologized by Europeans, such that now they have become a staple of fantastical historical fiction and the subject of a massive video game franchise.
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Find a transcript of this episode with source citations and related imagery at www.historicalblindness.com sometime before the release of the next episode.
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Check out my novel, Manuscript Found! And check out the show merch, which make perfect gifts!
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Some music on this episode is by Kai Engel, licensed under Creative Commons (CC BY 4.0), including "Oneiri," "Remedy for Melancholy," "daedalus," "daemones," and "Plague."
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By Nathaniel Lloyd4
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In this standalone episode, I discuss the black legend of the Order of Assassins, a medieval sect of Islam known for their reliance on infiltration and murder who were misrepresented by other Muslims, misunderstood by Crusaders, and mythologized by Europeans, such that now they have become a staple of fantastical historical fiction and the subject of a massive video game franchise.
Thanks HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/historical16 and use code historical16 for 16 free meals plus free shipping!
Direct all advertising inquiries to [email protected]. Visit www.airwavemedia.com to find other high-quality podcasts!
Find a transcript of this episode with source citations and related imagery at www.historicalblindness.com sometime before the release of the next episode.
Pledge support on Patreon to get an ad-free feed with exclusive episodes!
Check out my novel, Manuscript Found! And check out the show merch, which make perfect gifts!
Further support the show by giving a one-time gift at paypal.me/NathanLeviLloyd or finding me on Venmo at @HistoricalBlindness.
Some music on this episode is by Kai Engel, licensed under Creative Commons (CC BY 4.0), including "Oneiri," "Remedy for Melancholy," "daedalus," "daemones," and "Plague."
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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