Step out onto the streets of Paris in "Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged", a substantially enhanced version of the multi-award winning, all-time classic adventure. Enjoy a globe-spanning story when intrepid American George Stobbart and fearless journalist Nico Collard are pitched into a gripping adventure, exploring exotic locations, solving ancient mysteries, and thwarting dark conspiracies to discover the arcane secrets of the Knights Templar. Broken Sword 's success led to it creating a series that would spawn four sequels. Broken Sword II: The Smoking Mirror was released in 1997, [94] and retained the same engine, while expanding gameplay by allowing players to control both George and Nicole to solve puzzles. In 2003, Revolution released Broken Sword: The Sleeping Dragon, which moved towards 3D graphics via the RenderWare engine and incorporating a direct-control mechanism for its gameplay. [95] Top 20 Adventure Games of All-Time... not by LucasArts". Retro Gamer. Imagine Publishing (84). December 2010. In September 2001, Barbara Frale, an Italian Paleographer at the Vatican Secret Archives discovered a document known as the Chinon Parchment. It claims that in 1308 Pope Clement V absolved Jacques De Molay and the rest of the leadership of the Knights Templar from charges brought against the Inquisition. Six years later, the Vatican published the document as a limited edition of 800 copies. Broken Sword: Director's Cut". Steam. Valve. Archived from the original on February 29, 2012 . Retrieved February 15, 2012.

A version for iPhone and iPod Touch was released on January 20, 2010. Later in May, a version with higher resolution and a digital comic was released on the iPad. [36] A PC version was released on August 27 on various digital distribution services. a b c Cecil, Charles (July 15, 2003). "ComputerAndVideoGames: News – Broken Sword: The Sleeping Dragon, Diary Part Four". ComputerAndVideoGames . Retrieved February 9, 2012. On March 18, 1314, Jacques de Molay and a few other Templars, after enduring torture and many other humiliations, were sent to death. De Molay was an old man, tired with life and proud of his achievements. He knew that the tragedy which touched his brothers and himself was the result of schemes. He was also aware that the king of France had decided to torture and finally execute innocent people - the loyal knights of France. Thus, when he was dying he cursed everyone who recommended his murder. At Ancient Origins, we believe that one of the most important fields of knowledge we can pursue as human beings is our beginnings. And while some people may seem content with the story as it stands, our view is that there exist countless mysteries, scientific anomalies and surprising artifacts that have yet to be discovered and explained.

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Broken Sword proved a critical and commercial success following its release on 30 September 1996. Critics lauded praise on the game's story, puzzles, voice acting, writing, gameplay, and music, leading to it receiving numerous award nominations and wins. Sales of the games bested expectations by the company, with around one million units having been sold by 2001. The game has topped several listings of the best adventures games, with many developers citing Broken Sword as an influence in future adventure games. Holmes, Matt (May 22, 2007). "Whatculture!: Broken Sword: The Movie". Whatculture!. Archived from the original on March 3, 2016 . Retrieved February 15, 2012. An arming sword had a blade length ranging from 75 to 90 centimeters and its hilt about 15 to 17 centimeters long. Wielded with one hand, it weighed approximately 2.5 pounds. On the other hand, the grete war sword usually had a blade length ranging from 93 to 101 centimeters long and a grip about less than 22 centimeters long. These longer swords weighed over 3 pounds and could be used with one or two hands. Sword Mounting Sword Pommel with the Arms of Pierre de Dreux (ca. 1187–1250), Duke of Brittany and Earl of Richmond ( Source) Happy New Year". Revolution Software. Archived from the original on March 15, 2012 . Retrieved March 16, 2012. Designed by Charles Cecil and Tony Warriner The first ever engine that allowed NPCs to wander around independently, and letting them have a life on their own.

Broken Sword: The Smoking Mirror – Remastered announced". Eurogamer. December 9, 2010. Archived from the original on July 11, 2012 . Retrieved April 18, 2012. The Lilley Company’s dedication to craftsmanship and adaptability allowed it to thrive in the market, offering high-quality fraternal regalia, including badges and swords. As the company evolved into the Lilley-Ames Company, it continued to excel in the art of badge manufacturing, representing a new era for the prestigious organization.Apart from swords, the Templars used lances, bows, crossbows, and maces in warfare. They were equipped with chain mail, a helmet, and a heater-type shield. Their weapons and equipment weighed around 53 to 60 pounds. They wore a white mantle that symbolizes purity. Pope Eugenius III also allowed them to wear a red cross on their mantle to symbolize martyrdom because they fought and died to protect other Christians. The Masonic Knights Templar Sword Adventure Gamers' Angella Mooney commented that the game's "deep and mysterious plot is designed to be thought-provoking and highly entertaining at the same time." [39] GameSpot's Rebecca B. Anderson found that the game's combination of real history and "highly-creative" storytelling "add[s] spice to an already-entertaining adventure." [42] Joe Antol of Adventure Classic Gaming wrote that the involvement of the Knights Templar generated a "unique experience of creative storytelling." [6] A writer for Next Generation magazine stated that the story is "rich in mystery and intrigue, with plenty of puzzles and locations to explore". [51] Edge 's reviewer praised the game's use of "legend and modern-day intrigue", and believed that "Revolution Software finally escaped the shadow of Monkey Island et al. and [have] taken the graphic adventure to new levels in terms of both story and spectacle." The writer commented that, by weaving its "trans-European plot around the legends of the Knights Templar", the game "succeeds in appearing weighty and complex without ever losing its sense of place". [40] Fully Voice Acted: Lose yourself in the game's atmosphere with fully-voiced dialogue and engaging performances bringing a cast of wonderful, colorful characters to life. Blade: The blade of the Templar sword is particularly ornate and will often depict crusader scenes and lily work. Virtually every Templar sword made in the last century and a half will carry the engraved name of its owner. Paris in the Fall… a brutal murder at the Palais Royale. When Nico Collard is invited to interview statesman Pierre Carchon, she finds herself inextricably drawn into a terrifying conspiracy.

Dorling Kindersley Publishing Staff. (2012). The Military History Book: The Ultimate Visual Guide to the Weapons that Shaped the World . Dorling Kindersley. The Templar swords served as the crusader knight’s close-quarters combat weapon. They were generally straight, double-edged, and efficient against chainmail—a body armor composed of hundreds of linked iron rings. 1. Arming Sword ( Source) The royals and nobles of Europe believed that they were very wealthy and some even thought that during the visit to the Middle East the Templars had rediscovered the treasure of King Solomon and took it for themselves."a b "Revolution Software: Broken Sword: The Sleeping Dragon". Revolution Software. Archived from the original on June 8, 2012 . Retrieved March 16, 2012. Challenging Puzzles: Put your intellect to the test with thought-provoking puzzles that require observation, deduction, and creativity to solve. From deciphering codes to manipulating objects, every challenge is a step closer to uncovering the arcane secrets. Olafson, Peter (December 1996). " Circle of Blood". PC Games. Archived from the original on February 7, 1997. In the First and Second Crusades, some arming swords had straight quillons—arms of the crossguard—while others curved toward the blade. Wooden handles enclosed the tang, wrapped with cord and leather. The pommel also varied from round to oval or conical shape. Sign in to see reasons why you may or may not like this based on your games, friends, and curators you follow.

Broken Sword Movie Begins". ComingSoon.net. May 21, 2007. Archived from the original on October 1, 2012 . Retrieved June 28, 2012. Philips showcase amBX with Supreme Commander". Hexus. January 8, 2007. Archived from the original on June 6, 2015 . Retrieved April 11, 2012. a b " Adventure Gamers: Charles Cecil interview". Adventure Gamers. April 27, 2006. Archived from the original on March 6, 2012 . Retrieved April 11, 2012. Skews, Declan. "Richard & Alice preview". Video Games Interactive. Archived from the original on October 25, 2012 . Retrieved November 20, 2012. Windows, OS X, Linux, iOS, TvOS, Android, PlayStation Vita, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch

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