In Assassin's Creed Rogue, which former Assassin becomes the game's protagonist after joining the Templars?

In Assassin's Creed Rogue, the former Assassin who becomes the protagonist after joining the Templars is Shay Patrick Cormac.

Shay begins the story as an Assassin operating during the eighteenth century. After a disastrous mission and a growing disagreement with the Brotherhood's leadership, he breaks with the Assassins and becomes aligned with the Templar Order.

Rogue is notable because it reverses the usual viewpoint of the series. Players still use familiar stealth, exploration, and combat systems, but Shay hunts former allies and confronts Assassin activity from the Templar side.

The story connects directly with Assassin's Creed III, Black Flag, and Unity. It includes figures such as Haytham Kenway and Achilles Davenport, but neither is the central playable character. Shay's change of allegiance is the defining premise of the game.