Behavior, mannerism, infliction : character through culture

"Unfortunately, the player’s character, Altair, fails to convey the Middle-Eastern culture or behaviour. To the mere observer, he is monk in disguise. His actions, behaviors, mannerisms, complexion,
and clean-shaved face portray him as an all-American hero. In fact, his accent betrays
him the most, and one soon starts to wonder if such a design decision was deliberate,
perhaps to gain acceptance amongst the Western audience in the hopes of identifying
themselves with the protagonist."

Assassin’s Creed: A Multi-Cultural Read. p.25