The Annual Assembly of the Glorified
Last updated: May 22, 2025
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The Annual Assembly of the Glorified is a significant, recurring event in Dema, where the city’s VIP citizens gather. It serves as both a display of Dema’s hierarchy and a critical juncture for key lore events.
Description
- Purpose: An annual meeting for Dema’s elite or “VIP Citizens,” likely to reinforce Vialist ideology and the Bishops’ control.
- Attendees: Primarily the “Glorified” or VIPs of Dema.
Notable Occurrences
- Clancy’s First Escape Attempt: During one assembly, Clancy and other like-minded rebels attempted to escape Dema. Clancy was the only one to make it beyond the walls, though he did not meet the Banditos at that time.
- Submarine Event (Saturday MV):
- One assembly was held on a submarine outside Dema. Clancy was forced to perform for the VIPs, guarded by individuals disguised as Bishops.
- This event became the setting for Keons’ betrayal. Keons, using psychokinesis, possessed Trash the Dragon to destroy the submarine, freeing Clancy and the Torchbearer. This event is depicted in the Saturday music video.
Symbolism
- Represents the inner workings and power structures of Dema.
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Often serves as a catalyst for rebellion and escape attempts due to the gathering of key figures or shifts in security.
Related: Dema, The Bishops, Clancy, Keons, Trash, Saturday (Music Video), The Glorious Gone