The full art book for Assassin’s Creed Shadows has leaked online. As you can imagine, it has sent fans into a frenzy a month before the game’s official release.
What's totally unexpected is that it was leaked on E-hentai of all places. Despite the site's reputation for hosting various video game and anime art books, this leak still took many by surprise, particularly given the usual type of content associated with it.
Though it comes from an unexpected source, the leak has sparked widespread conversation within gaming communities, with over 200 images from the upcoming game now accessible to those interested.
It’s surprising to see this leak so soon, as the art book wasn’t set to be released until after the game, with a planned launch on March 31, shortly after Assassin’s Creed Shadows arrives.
The full art book includes detailed concept art and final images that show off different parts of the game. Fans have been all over the visuals, especially the stunning depictions of places like Kyoto and Osaka, which will play major roles in the storyline. The art also gives fans a glimpse of yet-to-be-revealed characters.
Among the recently disclosed characters are several fascinating historical figures, such as Hattori Hanzo, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, and the Portuguese Templars, Nuno Caro and Duarte de Melo. The Templars are pretty interesting since Nuno Caro is after the legendary Imperial Regalia of Japan, which might be tied to the mythical Pieces of Eden.
The artwork also features characters such as Kamiizumi Nobutsuna, Ashikaga Yoshiaki, Lady Nene, and Lady Oichi. As is often the case with leaks, spoilers have already made their way out. Rumor has it that a non-binary character might also be introduced, and people are buzzing about how the franchise is bringing in more diversity.
The leak may have turned some heads, but it’s not the first time Assassin’s Creed has experienced early leaks, especially around official game content. The franchise has long been no stranger to such incidents, with several leaks occurring over the years. However, the leak of the art book on E-hentai has had fans in stitches.
The art book has revealed a lot, but there’s still plenty left to discover when the game officially arrives on March 20, 2025.