The Wall
Last updated: May 22, 2025
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The Wall refers to the immense circular barrier that encloses the city of Dema in the Twenty One Pilots universe. It is a central symbol of isolation, control, and psychological imprisonment.
Description
- Structure: The Wall is vast, cold, and opaque. It forms an impenetrable circle around Dema, preventing its inhabitants from leaving.
- Physical & Metaphorical Role: While physically separating Dema from the outside world, it also represents mental confinement—symbolizing depression, anxiety, and internal struggle.
Symbolism in Lyrics
- In “Chlorine”, the lyric “I plan my escape from walls they confined” directly references the Wall.
“I plan my escape from walls they confined”
- In “Nico and the Niners”, the chant “Dema don’t control us” evokes resistance against what the Wall symbolizes.
“Dema don’t control us”
Related Concepts
- Escape and Freedom: The Wall’s presence gives meaning to Clancy’s writings about escape and the Banditos’ mission.
- East as Hope: Characters seek to go “true east,” metaphorically escaping beyond the Wall.
Related: Dema, Clancy, Banditos
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