Vultures
Last updated: May 22, 2025
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Vultures are a significant animal species within the Twenty One Pilots lore, particularly associated with Dema and the Banditos, carrying symbolic weight for both.
Description & Presence
- Habitat: A large population of vultures resides in and around Dema.
- Clifford: The specific vulture featured on the Trench album cover is named Clifford.
Symbolism for Banditos
- Life from Death: For the Banditos, vultures symbolize a commitment to transforming death and decay into life and a continuation of existence. They represent resilience and finding hope in desolate circumstances.
Use by Bishops
- Espionage: The Bishops have been shown to use their psychokinetic abilities (seizing) to control vultures.
- Spying: These seized vultures are used as spies to monitor the activities of the Banditos and Clancy’s rebellion, gathering intelligence for Dema.
Related: Dema, Banditos, The Bishops, Psychokinesis, Trench (Album)