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'''The Sapphire Flame''' is a [[Patron]], as well as the name of the [[Teams|Team]] led by her. [[The Amber Hand]] is her rival.
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[[File:Archmother model.png|thumb|The Archmother|327x327px]]
{{Quotation|[https://www.playdeadlock.com/oldgods| Old Gods, New Blood Update]|Glass, steel and stone... Order and power where once there was none... The Archmother has always guided the founders' hands, and now it is time for them to welcome her home.|}}
'''The Archmother''' is a [[Patron]], as well as the name of her [[Teams|Team]]. Her followers are '''The Guided Hand'''. <ref>{{PageRef|name=Archmother}}'s in-game [[The Doorman/Quotes#Patrons|voice line]] (Doorman start): ''"You honour the Guided Hand by standing with us today."''</ref> [[The Hidden King]] is her rival.


The Sapphire Flame has a feminine voice and is characterized by the color blue. Sapphire Flame's side of the [[map]] has white brick buildings and is labeled "Uptown".
The Archmother's herald is voiced by [[wikipedia:Debra_Wilson|Debra Wilson]].<ref name="DebraWilsonVoice">2024-08-26 - [[Kaori (developer)|Kaori]]; [https://discord.com/channels/1231286446472691825 Deadlock Discord] - ''"[Sapphire Flame] is not Ellen [McLain], it's Debra Wilson"''</ref>


The Sapphire Flame is voiced by actress [[wikipedia:Debra_Wilson|Debra Wilson]].<ref>2024-08-26 - [[Kaori]]; Deadlock Discord - ''"[Sapphire Flame] is not Ellen [McLain], it's Debra Wilson"''</ref>
== Overview ==
The Archmother wears a broken mask that resembles the head of the [[wikipedia:Statue_of_Liberty|Statue of Liberty]], her form bound to a crystalline effigy burning with blue flames. She's characterized by the color blue. Her base is a museum with a [[wikipedia:Neoclassicism|Neoclassic]] aesthetic. Her side of the [[map]] has upper-class white brick buildings and is labeled "Uptown".


== Voice lines ==
The Archmother does not speak to the [[heroes]] directly. Instead, a herald speaks on her behalf.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Archmother}}'s in-game [[Viscous/Quotes#Patrons|voice line]] (Viscous start): ''"Everyone looks at you and discounts your value, but not me, and not the Archmother. Complete the ritual, and let her help you."''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Archmother}}'s in-game [[Drifter/Quotes#Patrons|voice line]] (ally Drifter killstreak): ''"Archmother... accept the gift that the Drifter has laid before us!"''</ref>


=== Match Start ===
Akin to the Hidden King, the Archmother's goals are unknown. According to {{PageRef|name=The Doorman}}, the Archmother has wanted to be summoned for "centuries".<ref>{{PageRef|name=The Doorman}}'s in-game [[The Doorman/Quotes#Hotel Guest Taunt - Generic|voice line]] (Hotel Guest taunt): ''"The Patrons have waited centuries to be summoned, they can wait a little longer."''</ref> {{PageRef|name=Warden}} and his family believe the Patrons will "herald the end of humanity" if left unchecked.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Warden}}'s in-game [[Warden/Quotes#Select|voice line]] (select): ''"The Patrons will herald the end of humanity if we let them."''</ref> It's implied that the Archmother wants to "usher in her new era".<ref>{{PageRef|name=Archmother}}'s in-game [[Graves/Quotes#Patrons|voice line]] (ally Graves killstreak): ''"Graves will usher us into the Archmother's new era!"''</ref><ref>{{PageRef|name=Archmother}}'s in-game [[Celeste/Quotes#Patrons|voice line]] (Celeste start): ''"Summon the Archmother, and usher in a new world with you by her side!"''</ref>
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|Detective Abrams. Summon me and I will relieve you of the Tome.
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|This is your chance to relieve yourself of the book's burden. Complete the ritual, Abrams. Summon me.
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|Abrams. Your strength will be a boon to your allies and a bane to your rivals.
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|Only you are strong enough to bear the Tome's weight, Detective Abrams. And soon you will be free of it.
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|Abrams, your team will count on your courage.
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|It's time, Bebop. Impose your will on them.
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|Your enemies will be cursing your name, Bebop.
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|You will strike fear in their hearts, Bebop.
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|It's time to fight for what you hold dear, Bebop.
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|Summon me, Bebop, and receive your heart's desire.
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|Only you can save her, Bebop. Summon me.
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|Your creator is counting on you, Bebop. Don't fail her.
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| rowspan="5" |{{PageRef|Calico}}
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|You're a dangerous woman, Calico. But you're not the apex predator. Summon me and I can protect you.
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|Your past will catch up with you eventually, Calico. But if you complete the ritual, I can prevent that from happening.
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|You don't just have ambition. You have the means to execute on it. Summon me and reap your reward.
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|Your brilliance has gotten you far in life. But you have enough humility to know there are some things beyond even your considerable ability. Summon me, Calico, and together we will do great things.
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|You are not bound by morality. For you, there are no limits. Only opportunity. It's time to reach your full potential.
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|Even I do not have the power to bring back your family. But I can make the ones responsible pay! Summon me.
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| rowspan="5" |{{PageRef|Haze}}
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| rowspan="5" |{{PageRef|Paradox}}
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| rowspan="5" |{{PageRef|Seven}}
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| rowspan="7" |{{PageRef|Shiv}}
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|Shiv, you are a marriage of style and substance. Summon me and earn your reward.
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|Complete the ritual, Shiv, and your kingdom will be built atop the bodies of your enemies.
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|[[File:Patron female ally shiv start 03.mp3|frameless]]
|You've been many things, Shiv. A brigand, a father, a killer. But if you summon me, I'll make you a king.
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|[[File:Patron female ally shiv start 04.mp3|frameless]]
|Shiv, the monster inside you is not the Beast, it is ambition. Complete the ritual and you will finally be sated.
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|A lifespan looking over your shoulder is no life at all. Summon me, Shiv, and know that your future is secure.
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|The Baxter Society is counting on you, Shiv. Don't fail your brothers.
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|[[File:Patron female ally shiv start 07.mp3|frameless]]
|I know you fear your brothers and sisters in the Baxter Society turning on you. But if you complete the Ritual, I can ensure you that never happens.
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|Today you face a choice, Viscous. Do you want your life to be etched into history? Or remembered with the fondness of a bus driver you couldn't bother to learn the name of?
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|Summon me and I will provide the answers you seek, Wraith.
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|[[File:Patron female ally wraith start 02.mp3|frameless]]
|I can help you find your father. Summon me.
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|Complete the ritual, Wraith, and I will give you answers.
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|[[File:Patron female ally wraith start 04.mp3|frameless]]
|You've donned your father's chains, Wraith. I hope it works out better for you than it did for him.
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|No more playing at magic, Wraith. The ritual must be completed.
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== External links ==
The Doorman refers to the Archmother as '''City Mother'''.<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=The Doorman|file=Doorman ping pre game 03.mp3|context=(pre-game ping)|transcription=How exciting to see City Mother and the Amber King once more!}}</ref> The bank behind Archmother's Yellow [[Walker]] is called "City Mother Bank".
 
The Hidden King's herald calls the Archmother a "tyrant".<ref>{{PageRef|name=Hidden King}}'s in-game [[Venator/Quotes#Patrons|voice line]] (Venator start): ''"Venator, I know you have no love for the Hidden King, but the Archmother is a tyrant! And together, we can usurp her!"''</ref>
 
== 3D models ==
{{3D Model|Archmother}}
{{3D Model|Archmother Weak|alt_image=Archmother}}
 
== Gallery ==
<gallery>
File:Archmother model.png|The Archmother
File:Archmother weak.png|The Archmother (Weakened)
File:The Archmother Stronghold.jpg|Archmother's base
File:Archmother art.png|Archmother artwork
File:Archmother name.png|Archmother typography
File:Archmother.png|Archmother icon
File:Sapphire Flame Patron.png|Old Sapphire Flame Patron
File:The guided hand.png|"The Guided Hand" unused typography
File:Archmother alt icon.png|Unused Archmother icon
File:Team2 bg psd.png|Unused Archmother Background
</gallery>
 
== Trivia ==
* The Archmother was originally named '''The Sapphire Flame''' prior to the [[Old Gods, New Blood]] update. She also referred to herself as '''Whisper in the Wind''' and '''Ambition's Spark''' in an unused voice line.<ref>{{PageRef|name=Sapphire Flame}}'s [[Sapphire Flame/Quotes|voice lines]]</ref> This is referenced in a [[Warden]] unselect line.<ref>{{VoiceLineCite|name=Warden|file=Warden_unselect_08.mp3|transcription=I won't act on behalf of Ambition Spark.}}</ref>


* [https://youtu.be/omKflbn1hf4?si=2aaM-0J1vqmzOaxb Sapphire Flame voice lines compilation] by YouTuber ''Dedlocko''


== References ==
== References ==
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Latest revision as of 20:11, 11 August 2026

Overview
Voice lines
The Archmother
“
Glass, steel and stone... Order and power where once there was none... The Archmother has always guided the founders' hands, and now it is time for them to welcome her home.

— Old Gods, New Blood Update

The Archmother is a Patron, as well as the name of her Team. Her followers are The Guided Hand. [1] The Hidden King is her rival.

The Archmother's herald is voiced by Debra Wilson.[2]

Overview

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The Archmother wears a broken mask that resembles the head of the Statue of Liberty, her form bound to a crystalline effigy burning with blue flames. She's characterized by the color blue. Her base is a museum with a Neoclassic aesthetic. Her side of the map has upper-class white brick buildings and is labeled "Uptown".

The Archmother does not speak to the heroes directly. Instead, a herald speaks on her behalf.[3][4]

Akin to the Hidden King, the Archmother's goals are unknown. According to The DoormanThe Doorman, the Archmother has wanted to be summoned for "centuries".[5] WardenWarden and his family believe the Patrons will "herald the end of humanity" if left unchecked.[6] It's implied that the Archmother wants to "usher in her new era".[7][8]

The Doorman refers to the Archmother as City Mother.[9] The bank behind Archmother's Yellow Walker is called "City Mother Bank".

The Hidden King's herald calls the Archmother a "tyrant".[10]

3D models

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Archmother
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Archmother Weak
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  • The Archmother
    The Archmother
  • The Archmother (Weakened)
    The Archmother (Weakened)
  • Archmother's base
    Archmother's base
  • Archmother artwork
    Archmother artwork
  • Archmother typography
    Archmother typography
  • Archmother icon
    Archmother icon
  • Old Sapphire Flame Patron
    Old Sapphire Flame Patron
  • "The Guided Hand" unused typography
    "The Guided Hand" unused typography
  • Unused Archmother icon
    Unused Archmother icon
  • Unused Archmother Background
    Unused Archmother Background

Trivia

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  • The Archmother was originally named The Sapphire Flame prior to the Old Gods, New Blood update. She also referred to herself as Whisper in the Wind and Ambition's Spark in an unused voice line.[11] This is referenced in a Warden unselect line.[12]


References

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  1. ↑ ArchmotherArchmother's in-game voice line (Doorman start): "You honour the Guided Hand by standing with us today."
  2. ↑ 2024-08-26 - Kaori; Deadlock Discord - "[Sapphire Flame] is not Ellen [McLain], it's Debra Wilson"
  3. ↑ ArchmotherArchmother's in-game voice line (Viscous start): "Everyone looks at you and discounts your value, but not me, and not the Archmother. Complete the ritual, and let her help you."
  4. ↑ ArchmotherArchmother's in-game voice line (ally Drifter killstreak): "Archmother... accept the gift that the Drifter has laid before us!"
  5. ↑ The DoormanThe Doorman's in-game voice line (Hotel Guest taunt): "The Patrons have waited centuries to be summoned, they can wait a little longer."
  6. ↑ WardenWarden's in-game voice line (select): "The Patrons will herald the end of humanity if we let them."
  7. ↑ ArchmotherArchmother's in-game voice line (ally Graves killstreak): "Graves will usher us into the Archmother's new era!"
  8. ↑ ArchmotherArchmother's in-game voice line (Celeste start): "Summon the Archmother, and usher in a new world with you by her side!"
  9. ↑ The Doorman's in-game voice line (pre-game ping) - "How exciting to see City Mother and the Amber King once more!"
  10. ↑ Hidden KingHidden King's in-game voice line (Venator start): "Venator, I know you have no love for the Hidden King, but the Archmother is a tyrant! And together, we can usurp her!"
  11. ↑ Sapphire FlameSapphire Flame's voice lines
  12. ↑ Warden's in-game voice line - "I won't act on behalf of Ambition Spark."
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