The majority of the Assassin’s Creed series takes place within the Animus, a machine connecting protagonist Desmond Miles to his ancestral past and letting players experience a variety of historical landmarks, from Jerusalem to Rome. In the upcoming Assassin’s Creed III, players will be taken to the American Revolution under the guise of Native American Connor Kenway. In this screenshot, allies Rebecca Crane and Shaun Hastings appear next to Desmond with some minor cosmetic changes. Source: VGutopia