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The outside

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Parts 73
Time 4h 17m

clancy clancybearer dema josh joshdun joshler thebishops torchbearer trench twentyonepilots tyler tylerjoseph tøp

*Loosely based on the Twenty One Pilots lore*

Clancy lives in Dema, he does not know life outside of the city, he has dreamt of a life on the outside but never dared to cross the Bishops.

One day a boy dressed in green with a yellow bandana approaches Clancy at his usual spot.

The boy with the yellow bandana changes everything.All Rights Reserved

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Fruit Snacks by IAmDunWithYou

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The Lifeless Light: A Tale from Dema by DS_Solana

*COMPLETED* 1st Place WINNER of The Creative Awards 2019 "Fan-Fiction" Category "...Because when you remove all the curtains and rituals ... Only skeleton bones remain." For years, Clancy's world only existed inside the strong, dull walls of Dema. It isn't until his 22nd year that he learns of the horrors committed within the city he serves and the dark secrets behind the law of Vialism. Feeling betrayed and seeking understanding, the fearful, timid servant joins a gang of rebels, known as the Banditos, to bravely seek the truth that's been hidden from him. Yet his journey only grows more complicated, as factional lines aren't always black and white. As Clancy learns more about a mysterious traveler named Tyler, who is torn between the two worlds, he finds himself in the middle of an impending war. As tensions rise, the young ex-servant must rise above his fear and uncover the truth about his past, before the land and everyone within is destroyed. --------------- Some mild violence // Disturbing situations This open fan-fiction is based on the lore of "Trench" by Twenty One Pilots and associated content from the band's cryptic website, Dmaorg. This book is a participant in "The Fanfic Awards 2019" by Bellarina50. Dedication: To Twenty One Pilots and the entire Clique who inspire me to never stop creating-may we all find peace within our own Dema. Story Completed: July 13th, 2019

Blurry's the One I'm Not || Tyler/Blurry x reader || by Story_Vomit

Tyler/ Blurryface X reader Disclaimer: in this story, the reader's name is Violet. You can change it or pretend it says your name. I am just picking a name since I prefer to write characters with a name and not (y/n) thanks everyone!❤️ Also, time and time-lines are important in this story like in real life. I tried to make this story as realistic as possible. Also! Some strong language! Era= Trench, 2019+ Synopsis: You live in Vancouver, BC, Canada and your favourite band is on tour and plays a show in your local arena. You and a friend camp out all day to get a stop close up to Josh's drums. All is normal until the end... I got a prompt idea from an Instagram post which I will show in the 1st chapter. I changed a bit (duh) and had fun making it my own. Twenty One Pilots is their own beautiful band Enjoy. Started= June 03, 2019 finished= August 28, 2019 -written over the course of 8 weeks-

Free & Flightless (Trench) by SnazzyDun

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REBEL CLOTHES ✓ by neonpython

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The inside by fanwhales

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Leave The City - A Trench Story (tøp) by WrittenDreams14

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Failed Perimeter Escape by melancholicAM

I am a citizen of Dema. I am an escapee. I have failed time and time again. I have never seen the world outside this city, but one day I hope to. One day I will. My friend Clancy is like me. He is a citizen of Dema. He is an escapee. He is an exception. He has seen the world outside these imposing walls. He tells me about these people he's seen. He hasn't been able to speak with them yet, but he gets closer with each escape. I'm going to ask him to take me the next time he goes. I want to see these people for myself. I want to know if we can survive outside of Dema. Because I want to live.

SAHLO FOLINA < tyler joseph x reader > by sadlyjustachalupa

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Sahlo Folina by EkaFricai

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I Think I Lost My Halo ⇒ Joshler cover

Fruit Snacks cover

Welcome To Trench cover

"Death's Inspiration" (Tyler Heavydirtysoul AU) cover

The Lifeless Light: A Tale from Dema cover

Blurry's the One I'm Not || Tyler/Blurry x reader || cover

Free & Flightless (Trench) cover

REBEL CLOTHES ✓ cover

The inside cover

Leave The City - A Trench Story (tøp) cover

Failed Perimeter Escape cover

SAHLO FOLINA < tyler joseph x reader > cover

Sahlo Folina cover

THERE'S A WHOLE WORLD OUT THERE - Clancybearer cover

the Quiet | A Tyler Joseph Fanfiction cover

Levitate || Joshler cover

Nico And The Niners || Joshler cover

The High Road cover

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Tyler Joseph has always had a problem with keeping his demonic thoughts under control. He was in the habit of letting them do as they please. That is until he meets a vibrant-color-haired boy, who Tyler can't bring himself to hurt. (WARNING: Self Harm -it's mentioned but it doesn't go into hardcore details-, Drug Use -it's just weed-, Drinking -it's at a party-) (Chapters are pretty long, there are a few short chapters though)