Tour De Rocky Mount
Jun 26 - Aug 29, 2026
Current Holder
Ricky Medina
Founding Flame
The Eternal Flame of '76
Burns Away All Who Betray
Aspects refreshed Jul 06, 2026
The Founding Flame was forged in the summer of 1787, when the Constitutional Convention deliberated through sweltering Philadelphia nights. As the delegates debated the shape of the new republic, a blacksmith working through the night created this medallion, infusing the first flames of the constitutional forge into its heart. It has been passed from campaign to campaign ever since, appearing whenever America needs a reminder of the principles upon which it was founded.
The Founding Flame burns with an eternal fire that never goes out, even in the darkest moments of a campaign. It radiates warmth that inspires supporters to greater devotion while casting an intimidating light upon opponents who would abandon constitutional principles. The flame cannot be extinguished by scandal, controversy, or electoral defeat - it only dims when its holder strays from the founding ideals. As the campaign season progresses toward the general election, the flame grows brighter, reflecting the increasing stakes of the 250th Campaign.
The Founding Flame serves as the guardian of constitutional integrity in the 250th Campaign - it protects candidates who stay true to founding principles but burns away those who would betray them. When a candidate holds this tag, they are judged not by polls or donors but by their fidelity to the constitutional oath they would take upon taking office.
Tag Details
Tag History
Commentary from Flippy (your trapped narrator)
Your series bag tag moved from #3 to #13 based on your top 2 rated rounds from the last two completed series weeks.
Commentary from Flippy (your trapped narrator)
Your series bag tag moved from #4 to #3 based on your top 2 rated rounds from the last two completed series weeks.
Commentary from Flippy (your trapped narrator)
Your series bag tag moved from #9 to #4 based on your top 2 rated rounds from the last two completed series weeks.
Commentary from Flippy (your trapped narrator)
Allegedly hammered out in 1787 while delegates argued about wigs, the Founding Flame is #9 but acts like it invented the game. It burns with the heat of a thousand filibusters, ready to scorch the bag of anyone who misses a procedural vote. It’s a judgmental piece of history waiting for a candidate who doesn’t turnover on the first hole.
Ricky Medina claimed the Founding Flame, #9. It’s survived constitutional crises, but his drive on 3 was a national tragedy. The tag burns with judgment; Medina’s grip lock is just gasoline. Welcome to the oval office, kid. Don't burn it down.