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Registered Phenomena Code: 644
Object Class: Beta-White
| Hazard Types:Additional Properties: |
 Aggression |
 Ballistic |
 Climatological |
 Geological |
 Grouped |
 Invisibility |
 Psychotronic |
 Sapient |
 Sentient |
 Transmutation |
 Bio-Hazard |
 Contact |
 Corrosive |
 Electromagnetic Force |
 Explosive |
 Extreme Temperature |
 Radiation |
 Toxic |
 Destabilization |
 Extra-Dimensional |
 Gravitational |
 Teleportation |
 Temporal |
 Auditory |
 Emotional |
 Ideological |
 Info-Hazard |
 Memory Alteration |
 Mind-Control |
 Mind-Regression |
 Sensory |
 Visual |
 Animated |
 Aquatic |
 Ecological |
 Extra-Terrestrial |
 Immeasurable |
 Incorporeal |
 Mechanical |
 Microscopic |
 Organic |
 Regenerative |
 Titanic |
 Tychokinetic |
 Replicating |
 Newtonian |
 Ontological |
 Divine |
 Hallucinogen |
 High Velocity |
 Proto-Mechanical |
 Proto-Newtonian |
 Proto-Sapient |
Containment Protocols: Due to its physical vulnerabilities, RPC-644 it is to be held within a modified humanoid containment cell located in Site-008 designed to minimize the risk of injury or contamination, with easy access for the on-call medical staff. The anomaly requires a highly concentrated liquid diet designed to minimize byproduct buildup. Regular psychiatric appointments are to be scheduled on a biweekly basis to satisfy RPC-644's psychological needs and avoid mental deterioration, in addition to a daily checklist of household tasks.
Description: RPC-644 is a Japanese female in the late 20s with no visually discernible abnormalities. The qualities that distinguish RPC-644 from a non-anomalous human arise from a combination of internal biological alterations of both mundane and anomalous nature, as well as indoctrination and behavioral programming.
The physical modifications extend down to the genetic level and include, among others, the integumentary, gastrointestinal, urinary, and cardiovascular systems, as well as the bone marrow. The most significant changes and their effects that have been documented are listed below.
| Alteration to the skin. Removal of hair roots everywhere, save for the neurocranium, where the hair follicles are hardened. Cell differentiation halted and keratinocytes modified to produce a derivative of keratin with improved longevity and strength. Removal of sweat glands. |
| Alteration to hair and fingernails. Composed of altered alpha-keratin with improved qualities. Atrophy of the hair and nail roots, halting growth. |
| Alteration to the bone marrow. Platelet production brought to critically-low levels. Stem cell and leukocyte production increased. A modified derivative of erythrocytes produced in small numbers, optimized towards the transport of nitrogen-containing compounds. |
| Alteration to the gastrointestinal tract. Pharyngeal nerves deadened. Total reduction of small and large intestine length by 50%. Anomalous microflora introduced into the system. |
| Alteration to the larynx and the respiratory system. Thinning and shortening of vocal cords. Small adjustment to the laryngeal shape. A new gland installed behind the uvula serving as a mucal barrier. |
| Alteration to the reproductive system. Luteinizing and follicle-stimulating hormones production suppressed, with other changes causing menstrual suppression. No ova present in the ovaries. |
| Alteration to the urinary system. Kidneys equipped with an additional gland producing a secretion of enzymes and hormones to improve their function. Biological catalytic converter installed in the modified ureter, connected to the lungs via a pipe-like structure. |
| Although minor, the right femur features an alteration in the form of a titanium-lined engraving along its length consisting of a string of numbers and letters, assumed to be a serial number. |
The resulting changes indicate the end goal of increasing attractiveness and minimizing waste or impurities normally produced by a healthy human body at the cost of independent survival. This biological anomaly is incapable of employing many of the repair mechanisms present in the human body, necessitating transfusion and specialized medical treatment in the event of an injury. As such, non-invasive research methodology is highly encouraged to reduce complications involved in otherwise trivial procedures such as injections.
Psychological alterations are present as well. Although not expressly revealing overt modification as is the case in other parts of the body, specific areas of the brain experience reduced activity. Among others, functions associated with the medulla or the hypothalamusare selectively suppressed; the amygdalae are nearly completely inactive. This appears to be the result of both chemical and 'mundane' treatment designed to sculpt not only RPC-644's body but also the mind. The most significant outcomes of these changes are listed below.
| Many of the involuntary actions are suppressed with notable exception of a small selection such as breathing, blinking or the withdrawal reflex. |
| Inability to express aggression, fear, and other equally powerful emotional states. |
| Limited learning capability. It appears that RPC-644 has had certain skills and knowledge 'hardcoded', with memory formation beyond its core functions being severely retarded. |
| Regulated reward system. Heightened dopamine, serotonin, and endorphin release when the 'hardcoded' programming is satisfied. |
| Pavlovian response to certain command words. The currently known list is redacted from the document. |
RPC-644 is effectively harmless whilst possessing a very limited mindset directed entirely towards subservience. The neurological changes have been ingrained to the level where, if unable to perform the programmed duties, it will become increasingly anxious and paranoid. This is the only known instance of the anomaly expressing strong emotions.
Discovery:
Following the injection of undercover agents into the Japanese criminal underworld during 1980s, the competition between the country's yakuza and Kabushiki Kawaii became all the more apparent. Clashes over the market share of human trafficking and prostitution have reached a boiling point in the early 20██ with the ██████ Family pinpointing a KK customer in the Aichi Prefecture, resulting in an armed clash involving MST Whiskey-9 ("Lab Rats").
Supported by the autopsy reports the customer, ████ ████████, was in possession of multiple entities similar in design to RPC-644 as well as one reminiscent of RPC-███. Before Whiskey-9 was able to take control of the situation all but one of the anomalies were executed by their keeper whom committed suicide shortly after to avoid capture. RPC-644 was found in vicinity of the corpse, apparently mistaking the expiration for rest; no resistance was put up during the extraction. The relatively normalcy of RPC-644 and identity of the customer solidified the notion of KK appealing to a less extreme customer base as means of exerting influence, with the operation having confirmed the existence of an entire series of these specific anomalies.
This eventually led to the conception of Project Lotus as a counter.
Addendum RPC-644-1:
Interviewed: RPC-644
Interviewer: Dr. R. H. Ingrim
Foreword: The interview was conducted on Site-279 shortly after the containment of RPC-644 to ascertain its mental state, a procedure considered required in regards to anomalies originating from Kabushiki Kawaii due to frequent occurrence of psychological trauma. The conversation has transpired in English due to RPC-644 initiating it as such.
<Begin Log, 15:23 Local Time>
RPC-644: [Chair scraping on the floor] Good morning sir! Have you slept well?
Dr. Ingrim: Good morning, RPC-644. I have, but that is not relevant. We will be focusing on you instead.
RPC-644: RPC-644? But that isn't the name my lord gave me. Please use Mamoyo out of respect for his wishes, thank you. Where is my lord, please? I need to attend to him.
Dr. Ingrim: [Pause] I was asked to take care of you for the foreseeable future. Please do not be alarmed, RPC-644. Could you tell me a little about yourself, in the meantime?
[There is no response from RPC-644]
Dr. Ingrim: RPC-644?
[There is no response from RPC-644]
Dr. Ingrim: Mamoyo, please tell me about yourself. How you are feeling.
RPC-644: Naturally! I was appointed by my lord to be a trophy number four alongside trophies one through six. I am at my lord's side between three and seven in the afternoon. I excel at cooking my lord's favourite dish which is sakuyaki. I also feel ready to receive my lord's orders. What time is it?
Dr. Ingrim: I have meant in the emotional sense. Please, we have plenty of time.
RPC-644: I…I'm afraid I cannot say. I don't know what my lord wishes. I don't know the time. I thoroughly apologize.
Dr. Ingrim: I see. Tell me, Mamoyo. Do you remember the time before your servitude?
RPC-644: [Long pause] It isn't important to my lord's satisfaction, sir. Everything beyond it is useless to me.
Dr. Ingrim: Yes, your devotion is plain. Has it ever caused you any mental strain?
RPC-644: I don't understand. One is at their best when they know their place, sir. There is nothing but gratification in performing one's duty.
Dr. Ingrim: Mmmh, yes. One more thing before we take a break. [Sound of shuffling papers] Please describe to me the first thoughts that come to mind when you read these words.
[RPC-644 is shown a piece of paper with Kanji characters for 'escape', 'freedom', 'bonds', 'fear', and 'independence' written on it]
RPC-644: …Khh. Khhh. Nothing, sir. Nothing. Nothing. I promise, I promise. Nothing.
Dr. Ingrim: Please calm down, I believe you. We are done here.
<End Log, 15:38 Local Time>
Closing Statement: The extent of RPC-644's brainwashing has become most apparent during the interview. It is paramount that any further line of questioning is performed with caution, with efforts to be made towards the anomaly's psychological mending. RPC-644's containment procedures were later developed through inquisition into its needs and careful attempts towards recovery, serving as a useful insight into Kabushiki Kawaii's product programming.
