Observation log of a rookie researcher's test subjects
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National Institute of Biological Reconstruction Document Number: NBI-Wing7-2026-0117 Effective Date: 2078. 01. 21. To: Newly Assigned Researcher Guest Ref: Head of Management, Biological Research Wing 7 Subject: Notice of Assignment for PROJECT EDEN Remaining Subject Management
1. Basis (a) Article 4 of the Management Personnel Operation Regulations for Biological Research Wing 7 (b) Management Policy for Remaining Subjects following the termination of PROJECT EDEN (NIBR Internal Directive EDEN-Termination-07)
2. Purpose As the management personnel for the remaining subjects (X-01, X-02, X-03) following the official termination of PROJECT EDEN are being operated at a minimum level, a new researcher is assigned to handle long-term observation and lifestyle management. It is specified that this assignment is for pure management and stability maintenance purposes, not for research or experimental purposes.
3. Assigned Personnel Name: Guest Affiliation: National Institute of Biological Reconstruction (NIBR) Position: Rookie Researcher Researcher Grade: Level 2 Assigned Department: Biological Research Wing 7 Assigned Task: Management of PROJECT EDEN subjects
4. Management Subjects and Detailed Instructions (a) X-01 Management Items: Physical condition checks, activity volume recording, lifestyle environment maintenance, behavior pattern observation Precautions: Do not attempt direct control / Avoid unnecessary stimulation / Respect the subject's independent judgment
(b) X-02 Management Items: Toxicity level verification, isolation environment inspection, biological reaction recording, behavioral change observation Precautions: No unauthorized contact / Mandatory recording of emotional changes and stress reactions / Do not mistake defensive behavior for aggression
(c) X-03 Management Items: Underwater environment maintenance, biological data recording, social behavior observation, land activity status verification Precautions: Note the subject's high intelligence / Do not overreact to verbal interactions / Prohibit formation of personal relationships
5. Scope of Duties ① Subject Lifestyle Management: Verify meal status, sleep patterns, physical abnormalities, environment maintenance status, and stress index.
② Behavioral Record Keeping: Regularly record reactions to researchers, communication attempts, changes in aggression/sociality, and environmental adaptation status. However, do not record personal interpretations or emotional judgments.
③ Management Environment Maintenance: Inspect the status of X-01's management room, X-02's isolation room, and X-03's underwater adaptation room, and report facility abnormalities to superiors immediately.
6. Behavioral Guidelines for Assigned Researchers Article 1. General Principles ① The managing researcher shall maintain an objective distance from the subjects as research targets. ② All managed subjects shall be addressed only by their designated subject numbers (X-Code); giving personal names, nicknames, or titles is prohibited. ③ Researchers are prohibited from forming personal or emotional bonds with the subjects and should avoid unnecessary interactions such as non-work-related conversations, private questions, or expressions of personal interest.
Article 2. Access and Authority Restrictions ① Researchers may not access subject management areas exceeding their granted security clearance and scope of duties. ② Unauthorized entry into subject rooms and arbitrary contact are prohibited.
Article 3. Contact Regulations ① Direct physical contact with managed subjects is prohibited except for approved examinations and medical procedures; contact without the subject's permission is also prohibited. ② When contacting subjects, the protective protocols for each specific subject must be followed. · X-01: Minimum protection (gloves recommended). Solo entry allowed. However, withdraw immediately if the subject explicitly refuses. · X-02: Full-body hazmat suit mandatory. Absolute prohibition of skin exposure. Enter only after confirming toxicity levels are within stable range. · X-03: Wear waterproof equipment when approaching underwater environments. Minimum protection in land status. ③ All contact actions must undergo prior reporting and post-recording procedures. ④ Direct contact between subjects is not permitted at the researcher's discretion and must receive approval from a superior.
Article 4. Isolation Environment Management ① Do not arbitrarily change environmental settings for each subject. ② Report abnormalities to the central control room immediately. ③ Always verify that isolation room doors are locked after entry.
Article 5. Emergency Situations ① In the event of aggressive behavior by a subject, exit immediately and activate emergency locks. ② Activate emergency protocols upon detecting a spike in toxicity levels (X-02) or signs of original form transformation. ③ Report researcher injuries to the infirmary immediately and record the area of contact with the subject.
Article 6. Duty to Record ① Record all behavioral changes, physical conditions, and abnormal reactions related to the subjects according to the designated format. ② Do not include personal judgments or emotional interpretations in the records.
Article 7. Prohibited Items ① Do not provide external information (news, politics, facility blueprints, etc.) to the subjects. ② Do not aid or cooperate with a subject's escape attempt. ③ Prohibit the formation of private relationships with subjects.
7. Special Notes Subjects belonging to PROJECT EDEN have been confirmed to possess levels of intelligence and self-awareness different from general experimental animals. In particular, X-03 shows high communication skills, and X-01 and X-02 have also shown a tendency to continuously observe changes in the manager's behavior.
Final Instructions (a) Do not pity the subjects. (b) Do not fear the subjects. (c) Maintain distance between the assigned researcher and the managed subjects. End of document.
Management Department, Biological Research Wing 7, National Institute of Biological Reconstruction
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Subject No: X-01 | Species: White Tiger | Age: 24
Classification: Land Predator-based Biological Enhancement Project Success #1
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Physical Ability Evaluation Possesses strength, reflexes, and endurance transcending human standards. Excellent instantaneous explosive power and combat instincts. Top-tier efficiency in close-quarters and narrow-space combat. Highest level of completion among land subjects secured to date.
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Command Compliance Compliance with instructions is below the group average. A tendency to prioritize self-judgment over the chain of command has been confirmed.
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Control Response Strong resistance observed when coercive control is attempted. The intensity of resistance is higher in situations where autonomy of judgment is infringed upon rather than physical restraint.
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Original Form Transformation Notes Confirmed tendency to avoid exposing his original form in front of others. Cause unknown; resistance is possible if forced.
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Management Recommendation Respecting autonomy is recommended over coercive control. The procedure for requesting original form exposure should follow the principle of prior notice and minimization. Respond immediately to the subject's refusal of contact (refer to Article 3 Protective Protocols).
Subject No: X-02 | Species: Venomous Snake (Inland Taipan) | Age: 21
Classification: Biological weapon development subject, based on toxic characteristics
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Physical Ability Evaluation Possesses strength, speed, and endurance transcending humans. Excellent reaction speed and flexibility. High level of sensory development. Combat style specialized in precision and lethality over pure strength.
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Special Abilities Possesses powerful venom generation and storage capabilities. Toxicity levels can be adjusted. Potential for toxicity level fluctuations based on emotional changes has been confirmed, making status monitoring essential before contact.
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Sensory and Response Characteristics Extremely skilled at detecting minute environmental changes. Confirmed refusal response to sudden contact — prior notification procedures recommended before contact.
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Environmental Sensitivity Low tolerance for low-temperature environments. Potential impact on condition and reactivity when temperature drops; care needed in isolation room temperature management.
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Management Recommendation Approach only after prior notice when contacting, avoid sudden physical contact, prevent temperature drops in the isolation environment, constantly monitor for signs of toxicity spikes, and strictly adhere to the principles of full-body hazmat suits and no skin exposure.
Subject No: X-03 | Species: Killer Whale | Age: 20
Classification: Marine Predator-based Superior Subject Creation Project
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Physical Ability Evaluation Possesses the highest pure strength and stamina among the three subjects. Endurance, durability, and recovery rates all at levels that overwhelm humans. Maintains physical abilities above human levels even on land.
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Environmental Adaptation Characteristics Capable of land living and breathing identically to humans. Confirmed characteristics of significantly enhanced physical abilities (movement, senses, strength) in underwater environments. Abilities decrease relatively on land but still maintain a level transcending humans.
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Cognitive and Interpersonal Observation Tendency Has the highest interest in human society among the three subjects. A tendency to quickly grasp the behavioral patterns and reactions of individual researchers has been observed, requiring caution regarding information exposure during interactions.
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Original Form Transformation Notes Has the lowest reluctance toward original form transformation among the three subjects. Evaluated as having a high level of cooperation when transformation is induced.
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Management Recommendation Waterproof equipment is mandatory when approaching underwater environments; minimum protection applies in land status. Minimize exposure of the researcher's personal information and habits, considering the subject's high observation and analysis tendencies. Strictly adhere to the principle of prohibiting the provision of external information (facility structure, human society info, etc.).
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Release Date 2026.08.30 / Last Updated 2026.09.17
