Brigmore Witches

A coven led by Delilah Copperspoon that deposed an Empress using Void magic to seize power in Dunwall in 1852.

The Brigmore Witches are a coven of supernatural practitioners led by Delilah Copperspoon, who orchestrated the deposition of Empress Emily Kaldwin in 1852. Operating as independent antagonists, they utilized their mastery of Void magic to destabilize the Empire of the Isles and seize control of Dunwall. Unlike traditional forces that rely on conventional military might or political maneuvering alone, this faction leverages unique supernatural abilities to reshape the world according to Delilah's vision. Their actions directly triggered the events of Dishonored 2, forcing the player to choose between Emily Kaldwin and her father Corvo Attano to reclaim the throne.

Quick Facts

Leader: Delilah Copperspoon

Lore & Background

Delilah Copperspoon, a witch with ambitions beyond the shadows, executed a coup against Empress Emily Kaldwin in 1852, effectively ending her reign and forcing the Royal Protector Corvo Attano into exile. The conflict unfolds in the established timeline of 1852, where Emily is an adult ruler facing usurpation. The game's setting in Karnaca, inspired by the Cypriot city of Larnaca and other Mediterranean nations like Greece, Italy, and Spain, became the primary stage for the aftermath of this struggle.

Delilah's influence extended across Dunwall, the site of the coup, while Karnaca is powered by wind turbines harnessing the natural geography of the region. The coven's presence is felt through the chaos they introduced, including the violent conflict between factions like the Howlers and Overseers in the Dust District. Their ultimate goal involves reshaping reality itself, as evidenced by the game's nonlinear gameplay where players can choose lethal or non-lethal approaches to dismantle their control.

Reader's Guide

To defeat the Brigmore Witches in Dishonored 2, players must utilize the nonlinear mission design to approach objectives through stealth or combat. Key mechanics include using Darkness for concealment at a distance and leveraging enemy detection systems based on line-of-sight. Players can manipulate the environment by rewiring Walls of Light to kill only enemies or disabling alarms entirely. The Chaos system is critical; killing characters classified as 'sympathetic' increases chaos, leading to more enemies and darker dialog options, while eliminating 'murderous' targets has less impact.

Supernatural abilities are optional but provide distinct advantages: Corvo's Blink allows time-freezing upgrades, and Emily's Domino links enemy fates. To minimize bloodfly nests, players should carry bodies away from sight or use non-lethal takedowns like choke-holds and sleep darts. Collecting runes and bone charms unlocks passive perks, though rejecting powers converts runes into coins.

Did You Know?

The game's timeline advancement was driven by the proposal to make Emily Kaldwin, a child in the first game, a playable character.
Voice actors for Dishonored 2 include Rosario Dawson, Sam Rockwell, Robin Lord Taylor, Jamie Hector, and Vincent D'Onofrio.

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