Pirate Data
Metroid Prime
Test subject Z-d, hereafter referred to as Metroid Prime, was
recently discovered in a cavern by mining crews. It quickly dispatched the
miners, but was eventually contained by security units and drones. Once
contained, we were able to begin studies upon Metroid Prime. The results
have been astonishing. It is genetically similar to Metroids, albeit on a
highly evolved level. It displays a limitless capacity for Phazon infusion
and shows no Phazon-based degeneration whatsoever. It continues to grow in
size, and while it has manifested some psychotic behavior, the cold fields we
use to pacify remain effective. Authorization for advanced studies on
Metroid Prime have been approved.
Mining Status
Mining operations have begun near the crater where Phazon appears to be most
concentrated. Daily Phazon yields have increased 44%, and our mining
system becomes more streamlined as personnel and equipment flows increase.
Several incidents of Phazon-induced madness have been reported,prompting
augmented life-support regulations in the deeper chambers. Symptoms
include loss of equilibrium, erratic respiration, muscle spasms, and in the most
extreme cases, hallucinations. A timeline reassessment for the refinery
operation is recommended, as the material proves more unstable than initial
analysis indicated.
Artifact Site
Field Team reports are in on an aged structure of alien design
built on the surface of Tallon IV. Studies show this structure projects a
containment field. This field bars access to a prime source of energy within a
deep crater. Science Team believes the field is powered by a number of strange
Chozo artifacts. We have found some of these relics and studies on them have
begun. As this field could hinder future energy production operations on Tallon
IV, we must dismantle it as soon as possible. If this means destruction of the
Chozo artifacts, it will be done.
Special Forces
As we continue to observe the development of Project
Helix's Elite Pirates, it becomes increasingly obvious that these warriors will
usher in a new era of Space Pirate dominance. They are incredibly resistant to
damage, and their ability to transport and wield so many weapons at once makes
them the ideal mainstays of our ground forces. Though they are not as quick as
typical Pirates, it makes little difference. With a platoon of Elite Pirates in
the vanguard of an army of normal and Flying Pirates, we will have a
near-indestructible backbone that should turn the tide in any engagement.
Metroid Forces
Studies of Metroid biology continue, though with limited
progress. It seems likely that we will be much more successful using the
Metroids for our means rather than trying to reproduce their powers. If
they could be adequately tamed, we would have no need of a proper understanding
of their metabolism. A small force of a disciplined Metroids could wipe
out entire armies, and once we find a way to shield them from cold-containment
weapons, they will be invincible. Furthermore, if we could then harvest
the energy they'd consumed, we would have a near-limitless source of power at
our disposal.
Chozo Studies
Results are in from field studies on extinct bioform group
Chozo. We believe that Tallon IV was once a stronghold in a great Chozo
empire, brought low by the meteor strike. Planetary devastation brought an
end to the Chozo, yet remnants of their society remain. We are studying
these relics in an attempt to harness their power. What is of no use to
us, we destroy. In time, we shall have all we need from this dead race and
shall wipe this planet clean of their ugly Ruins. The dead should serve
the living, not hinder them.
Fall of Zebes
Zebes has fallen. All ground personnel are presumed
dead, either killed by the hunter clad in metal or in the subsequent destruction
of the underground facilities. Our research frigates Orpheon, Siriacus and
Vol Paragom were in orbit at zero hour and manage to retreat. Frigate
Orpheon is now docked at Vortex Outpost. Orpheon's cargo appears to have a 100%
survival rate: Metroids are healthy but on restricted feeding schedules
due to uncertain supply status. We are ready to begin research on the
Metroids and other promising life-forms. Security status remains at Code
Blue: no signs of pursuit from the Hunter.
Prime Mutations
Metroid Prime continues to feed and grow ever larger in the
impact crater caves. Is hunger knows no bounds, and it has begun to
manifest unusual mutations since its breach. These include armor plating
on its epidermis and mechanical outgrowths that generate defense screens.
These screens render it invulnerable to most weapon systems, but a flaw in the
mutation leads to increased vulnerability to certain weapons. It
compensates for this by shifting the screens quickly. This latest
development concerns Security units greatly: they feel its a matter of
time before Prime corrects this defect and renders itself invulnerable to all
weaponry. Containment would be nigh impossible of this were to occur.
Security Breaches
Most terraforming and retrofitting of security checkpoints on
Tallon IV is complete, but we continue to research the alarming epidemic of
breaches by local creatures. Door records show no unauthorized entries, so
we must presume the creatures are either slipping in undetected during daily
personnel moves or else finding their way in through subterranean tunnels.
We have found many small breaches of this latter sort and plug them wherever we
can, but it is unlikely that we will ever achieve full extermination within our
current timetable.
Phazon Analysis
We have codified the newfound energy source as Phazon, a
V-index mutagen of which we have very little reliable data. Indications point to
a meteor of unknown origin impacting approximately 20 years ago, expelling
Phazon into the environment. This material appears to possess lifelike
characteristics, mutating organic life forms strong enough to withstand its
poison. These mutations appear promising, with abrupt evolutionary leaps
appearing in single-generation reproduction. Plans to establish a full Science
Team on Tallon IV are being initialized.
Omega Pirate
Elite Pirate Upsilon's propensity for Phazon has enabled
our research team to infuse it far beyond our safety restrictions, and the
results have been extremely encouraging. Its constant Phazon diet has increased
its mass exponentially, but it has retained all mental facilities and shows
dexterity with all Elite weaponry, including plasma incendiary launchers and the
chameleon manta issued for cloaking purposes. Elite Pirate Upsilon exhibits
miraculous healing abilities: when injured, it seeks out Phazon deposits and
coats itself in the substance, which instantly mends the creatures wounds. he
subject, which we are code-naming Omega Pirate based on these developments,
shows potential to be a new standard for our armies. Our only concern at this
point is its potential over dependence on Phazon.
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Chozo Ghosts
There have been numerous incidents involving spectral
entities at the Chozo ruins sites. Several personnel have been assaulted by
these Chozo Ghosts: few have survived. Survivors speak swift attacks from
nowhere, brief sightings of the enemy, then nothing, only to be followed by
another attack. Science Team believes these attacks are in response to our
efforts to recover the Chozo relics and Artifacts. Somehow these entities are
able to interact with the physical world, and it appears they wish to keep their
Artifacts to themselves. We will make them pay for such arrogance, for even
ghosts can be destroyed.
Prime Breach
Parasite Larva
Our initial tests exposing Tallon IV's indigenous
parasites to Phazon appear to be successful. Increases in strength, size and
aggressiveness are common in all test subjects, as well as unforeseen evolutions
like additional poison sacs within the abdomen and the appearance of second ring
of mandibles in several subjects. These creatures were chosen because of their
resilience, and it appears possible that, given enough exposure to Phazon, the
may one day be able to survive on any planet we transport them to. Our methods
will have to be refined: we currently have a 100% extinction rate after the
fourth infusion period, and most survivors of the third infusion stage are so
violent and uncontrolled that they have to be cuthanized. Even still, we remain
hopeful that further experimentation will result in success.
Meta Ridley
The reconstruction of geoform 187, code-named Ridley, was
recently completed. After his defeat on Zebes, Command ordered a number of meta
genetic improvements for him. Though aggressive, we were able to implement these
changes in a cycle. the metamorphosis was painful, but quite successful in the
end. Early tests indicate a drastic increase in strength, mobility, and
offensive capability. Cybernetic modules and armor plating have been added as
well. We believe our creation, now called Meta Ridley, will become the mainstay
of our security force, a job he will certainly relish.
Phazon Program
Phazon Mining is under way. Several garrisons have been
established, and terraforming of the Chozo Ruins is under way. Security systems
are operational, and Science Team continues to make progress in their biotech
research. The Phendrana Drifts have proven to b an optimal location for Research
Headquarters, and soon it will be joined by a fully operational Combat base and
star port. If Command's predictions are half true, we shall rise to dominance in
this sector within a deca-cycle. Truly, these are glorious times.
Metroid Morphology
Chozo Artifacts
Phazon Infusion
Confidence is high regarding Phazon applications. We know
enough about Phazon now to begin combining it with Space Pirate DNA. the code
name for this venture will be 'Project Helix'. Preliminary studies indicate that
Phazon infusion could produce radical new Pirate genomes. Benevolent mutation
levels are high in current test subjects. Phazon madness is a concern, but
refinements in the infusion process should reduce or neutralize the odds of
mental degeneration.
Metroid Studies
The Hunter
Security command issued an all-points alert after the
fall of zebes. The alert concerns bio form Samus Aran, also known as the Hunter.
Subject is a female hominid, and is heavily armed and extremely dangerous.
Subject uses a powerful armor suit of unknown design in battle, along with a
number of potent beam and concussive weapons. All combat units are instructed to
terminate Aran on sight, preferably in a fashion that will allow salvage of her
powered armor suit and weapons. A considerable bounty will go to the until who
delivers Aran to Command. Dead or alive, it matters not.
Elite Pirates
Initial Project Helix experiments with Space Pirate
embryos were disastrous. The Phazon-infusion process degenerated brain tissue
even as it augmented muscle mass. None of what we have termed Elite Pirates
lived to maturity: the few that survived their infant hood suffered severe
psychotic breakdowns as juveniles, killing anything within their zone od
perception. Research team Sciera made a recent breakthrough, in which parasite
studies with Phazon strain code-named Vertigo were highly successful. Since
then, we have successfully fused Vertigo Phazon with Space Pirate DNA with great
success. The latest batch of Elite Pirates have reached maturity successfully,
and are ready for field testing and training.
Glacial Wastes
Research outpost Glacier One in the Phendrana Drifts
region of Tallon IV's mountains is operating at 85% capacity. Sub-Zero
temperatures have made the metroids sluggish and easy to control, even those
well into Phazon-infusion cycles. Cold-containment stasis tanks are sufficient
for the juveniles, but some of the larger Metroids have been moved to
quarantained caves for safety purposes. Security doors remain an issue, as
malfunctions due to ice occur every day. Large predators in he wastes are also a
concern, as they continue to kill personnel and breach secure areas.
Unfortunately, it has become clear that our containment teams cannot neutralize
all of them without a vast increase in munitions and soldiers.
Hunter Weapons
Science team is attempting to reverse-engineer Samus
Aran's arsenal, based off of data acquired from her assaults on our forces.
Progress is slow, but steady. Command would dearly enjoy turning Aran's weapons
against her. We believe we can implement Beam weapon prototypes in three cycles.
Aran's Power Suit technology remains a mystery, especially the curious Morph
Ball function. All attempts at duplicating it have ended in disaster: four test
subjects were horribly broken and twisted when they engaged our Morph Ball
prototypes. Science Team wisely decided to move on afterward.
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