The Keons Regiment

Lore & Background

The Keons Regiment is the primary military force within the dystopian city of Dema, a metropolis ruled by nine bishops. Bishop Keons commands this regiment to enforce the city's draconian laws and snuff out dissent with chilling efficiency. Its soldiers are depicted in dark, uniform attire that strips away all traces of personal identity, turning them into faceless instruments of control. They are most visible along the city walls and the surrounding dead zones, where they patrol relentlessly to intercept Banditos attempting to flee into the safety of Trench. Their presence is a constant, suffocating reminder that in Dema, hope is a crime.

In Their Own Story

The air in Dema was thick with the scent of ash and fear. A patrol of the Keons Regiment marched through the narrow streets, their boots echoing against the gray stone. Their leader, a tall figure with a painted face, scanned the crowd for any sign of defiance. A young boy, clutching a yellow flower, was pulled from his mother's arms. The flower was crushed under a boot, and the boy was dragged away, a silent warning to all who dared to dream of the world beyond the walls. The regiment's duty was clear: to keep the hope of Trench from taking root in Dema.

Reader's Guide

The Keons Regiment is a key antagonist faction in the Twenty One Pilots universe, serving as the military arm of Dema's bishops. Its primary goal is to maintain the city's oppressive control by suppressing any rebellion, particularly from the Banditos. The regiment is led by the bishop Keons, one of the nine rulers of Dema, and its members are likely brainwashed or coerced citizens, stripped of their identities to serve the regime. They patrol the city and its borders, using fear and force to prevent escape. Their role in the conflict is to represent the system's resistance to change, making them a direct obstacle to the Banditos' mission of liberation. The regiment's actions highlight the themes of mental health, conformity, and the struggle for freedom that permeate the band's lore.

Did You Know?

• The Keons Regiment is named after the bishop Keons, whose name is derived from the Greek word 'keon,' meaning 'to burn.'
• In fan art, the regiment is often depicted with yellow tape or markings, symbolizing their connection to Dema's control.
• The regiment's soldiers are sometimes called 'Nicos' by fans, referencing the character Nico from the song 'Nico and the Niners.'
• The Keons Regiment is one of several bishop-led factions, each representing different aspects of Dema's control.