The Architect is a powerful darkspawn possessed of an intelligence seldom seen in his kind--and obsessed with Grey Wardens. He seemed to be conducting strange experiments in the old silverite mines near the Wending Wood, although their purpose was impossible to discern. The Architect is often seen with a dwarven woman at his side. He treats her with great respect, even affection. No one knows her name nor has heard her speak. The Architect and the Mother seem to be at odds. She is undermining his plan, whatever it is.