Assassin's Creed 2 Walkthrough

Find your way to the, uh, video arcade and you'll get a cut scene introducing you to the next mission. You'll be introduced to a number of new, basic gameplay mechanics, so nothing's too difficult. At first, you'll learn to blend. Simply walk into the center of a group of women and you should see a white webbing on the ground that lets you know you've blended.

Paola leaves the building and you need to follow her, using your new blending skill to avoid detection. Paola makes no bones about walking right past guards, so it's important to blend. You won't always be able to remain close to Paola, but that's okay. Just keep her in your sights and follow her general direction.

You eventually circle back to the harem and are introduced to the art of stealing. Practice picking from the pockets of the women (wait, they don't have pockets...) and then you need to try your skill on the unwilling participants of the city. Brush by and steal from at least five people and then walk away before they realize they've been robbed. When you've got the change from five people, the mission ends.

Talk to Paola again and she'll give you the hookup with a cool weapon. Problem is, it doesn't work yet. You need to bring it to Leonardo da Vinci, who's just across town. Make your way to him and knock on his door for a lengthy cut scene.

After giving you the hidden blade, Leonardo is interrupted by a guard at the door. While Leonardo is taking his beating, equip the blade and walk up behind the guard. Press the attack button for an instant assassination. At Leonardo's request, pick up the body and carry it into his workshop. Drop the body in the wisp of white light to complete the mission.