[IC] - All the World's a Game

[NeoFox]

Briefing Room-Prometheus Labs
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Chris nodded at the Spartan's idea about using an anti-matter bomb. "That would probably be the safest idea. If I recall wouldn't an anti-matter bomb created here destroy almost everything within the blast radius? Either way that would probably be the safest bet. Another option would be to defuse the bomb, and bring it here and try and develop something to eradicate the virus inside of it if the Anti-matter bomb does not work." Replied Chris as he turns back to the other Spartan's.

"Now shall I move on to the B.O.W.s that we might encounter there?"

[S121]

Briefing Room - Prometheus Labs

All the Spartans remained silent, giving Christ the signal that they were ready for him to talk about B.O.W.s.

[NeoFox]

Briefing Room
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Chris smiled as the Spartan's went silent for Chris. However just as soon as they all went silent Chris got a serious look on his face. "Okay good, now as you all may know B.O.W. stands for Bio Organic Weapon. It is a term that was used by Umbrella Corp, and Tricell for any creature that is intentionally created or genetically modified using a type of mutagen. Successful examples and the main ones I will be talking are the Tyrant series, Hunters and Lickers, but before we begin... does anyone have a way for me to display images? You know like a slide projector of sorts, except one that could connect to a communicator?" Said Chris as he took out his communicator. "I would at least like to show everyone images of what the B.O.W.s look like."

[S121]

Briefing Room - Prometheus Labs

"Plug it in over on at the table port.", one of the Spartans said to Chris as he pointed at the end of the table.

[NeoFox]

Briefing Room
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Chris looked at the Spartan and nodded as he walked over to the end of the table. Chris then proceeded to plug his communicator to the table port. Chris then continued to display an image of a Licker.



"Now first things first I shall talk about the Lickers." Said Chris as he looked at the group. "The Licker is one such mutation experienced by zombies as part of the V-ACT process which is a process in which the heart begins pumping blood at an alarming rate, causing noticeable blood seepage in the skin and giving it a crimson shade of red. The subject's fingers and toes develop sharp claws and an increased muscle mass and movement speed. The subject's level of aggression also increases greatly from that of the typical zombie, though whether or not a zombie mutates into a Licker depends on the variant of the t-Virus they were infected with. The mutations transform them into more deadly and agile hunters. Zombies that go through the V-ACT process will first transform into a Crimson Head which are more dangerous and aggressive, before changing into a Licker. The most striking changes that occur, normally when a zombies is in the transition from a Crimson Head to a Licker, are the exposed brain tissue; an increase in muscle development; and the total loss of skin. Because of the lack of skin-constraint and the development of muscular tissue the Licker is very agile, capable of performing surprising jumps to incredible heights and distances, and moves much more rapidly. Their quadrupedal bone structure makes it more suitable for them to crawl about on all fours. The Licker also uses its talons to scale vertical structures and ceilings with ease. This allows the creature to use predatory tactics to surprise their prey. These new hunting strategies also showcase its increased primal intellect. Finally, its elongated tongue is shown to be enormously powerful, capable of piercing human flesh and often being used to decapitate its prey. Although naturally quiet and a master of ambushes, the presence of a Licker can often be hinted at by the sound of their raw flesh and claws scraping against whatever surface they happen to be crawling along, as well as a sibilant hissing sound. When attacking or incurring damage a Licker will also make a variety of screeching sounds, producing a particularly agonized scream when killed which could alert other nearby B.O.W.s" Said Chris.

"Now Lickers aren't without weaknesses. Lickers have lost the use of their eyes entirely and cannot track prey by sight. Their super developed hearing, however, more than compensates for the loss. Upon detecting potential prey it will attack full force with teeth, tongue and claws, often alerting others of its kind in the vicinity as well. Weapons that emit very little sound are incredibly useful in taking out these beasts. Be careful if you hear there significant hiss, or the sound of claws scraping across any nearby surface. If you hear any of those signs remain quiet, and proceed with caution. If you are skilled enough you could easily get passed these things without making a sound. Now any questions before I move on to the Hunters?"

[S121]

Briefing Room - Prometheus Labs

"Yes.", a red Spartan asked Chris.

"Can their tongues pierce Titanium, or is it restricted to flesh?"

[NeoFox]

Briefing Room
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"No, but their tongues can pierce through most bulletproof materials. Their claws however can pierce through steel just due to their strength so you should at least approach these things with caution. If you kill one it will shriek and alert other B.O.W.s in the area, so it is just best to silently sneak passed them unless they are blocking your path. In that case you just have to kill it silently, and try and get out of the area as fast as possible." Said Chris as he switches to one last picture. It looked just like the Licker, but it looked like it was a further mutation of it. In fact that's exactly what it was.



"Okay now before we move on to the Hunters here is another recorded mutation of the Lickers that have been dubbed Evolved Lickers. These are Lickers that were exposed to certain chemicals that alter their already T-Virus warped genome, giving them reptillian skin and increasing muscle density, making them stronger and more resistant to damage than their original variants. In addition, their senses appear to have developed further, with the obvious exception of sight, improving their ability to track its prey. They tend to be significantly more difficult to kill than ordinary Lickers. However due to your advanced weaponry taking these things out wouldn't be a problem, the same strategy that is used for the normal Lickers should be used for these. However you will have to be even more cautious due to their further enhanced hearing. No any more questions before moving on to the Hunters?

[S121]

Briefing Room - Prometheus Labs

Everyone in the room remained silent, ready for Chris to continue.

[NeoFox]

Briefing Room
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"Okay good, now next up are the Hunters." Said Chris as he changes the picture to a reptilian creature.

"Standing at about 5 feet tall the Hunter is a dangerous predator, and was one of Umbrella's most successful B.O.W.s. Hunters are bipedal reptilian-like creatures with large claws and teeth, and are noted for their loud shriek. They are actually B.O.W.s (Bio Organic Weapons) designed by the Umbrella Corporation by combining a fertilized human ovum with reptilian DNA and then implanting the t-Virus into the resulting creature.
Hunters are noted as being among the most successful of Umbrella's B.O.W. lines to date, as they are relatively easy to produce, possessed decent fighting capability, and were fairly reliable when programmed. This led to some branches of Umbrella attempting to create lines of B.O.W.s specifically to rival the success of the Hunter; the Anubis was an official attempt to challenge the success of the Hunters. Hunters will pursue their prey, running in a style similar to the Crimson Head. The weak point of a hunter's body is its head and chest area. It's back acts as a shield, protecting it from weak to semi weak weapons. A standard 9mm Pistol is a weak weapon against the hunter, and is not recommended. These aren't going to be too much of a threat, but they do have a tendency to hide in dark areas. If you aren't careful you could be ambushed by a small group of them, and they will rip into the weaker parts of your armor. Just stay on your guard with these things, and you should be fine. Also be careful for the Sweepers.



"The intention of the Sweeper design was for it to "sweep" through previously-attacked areas to mop up anything left. Other differences included their purple veins and scales that were of a light purple color, along with red, piercing eyes. They attacked in the same manner of the Modified Hunter; however, unlike other Hunter types, their claws had an added poisonous effect, making them considerably more dangerous. Any questions?"

[wonderweiss]

I looked at the towering spartan, not in fear, but... excitement!

"Wow! I never thought I'd see the day that I would meet a real spartan! You're a spartan V, Jack, correct? My my, how amazing! Look at those decorations, they spell fear all over it, breaking down the hardiest of men, and those guns, you are jam packed!"

Then I regained composure.

"Er, ah, I really don't know. I just know that I was fighting Wesker somewhere, and somehow I ended up here in the Prometheus labs."

[S121]

Briefing Room - Prometheus Labs

Some of the Spartans whispered comments about the Hunters, but other than that, they were ready to move on.




Sector 3 - Prometheus Labs

Jack didn't seem amused by Gerard's response.

"You need a Spartan escort before you're allowed to go anywhere.", Jack said in an emotionless tone.

"He's with me. He's fine.", Six said to Jack as he approached the group with a large metal backpack and a black torso sized cannon that had the word LAEVATEINN printed in red letters on the side of it.

[wonderweiss]

"Ah, Six, you're here! maybe you can tell me how I got into heaven!"

[S121]

Sector 3 - Prometheus Labs

"What?", Six asked in a confused tone.

"Are you feeling okay?"

[wonderweiss]

"Okay? I'm better than okay! I've never felt more okay in my life! I wake up to find out that I'm in the Prometheus labs! Now then, how did I get here?"

[NeoFox]

Briefing Room
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"Okay, now let's move on to the Tyrant series. Most notably the Tyrant-003, and the even more dangerous Nemesis T-Type. First up is the Tyrant-003." He said as he uploads a picture of the Tyrant-003.




"The T-103 was the first mass-produced Tyrant-type B.O.W, finally reaching Umbrella's goal of fully-functioning bio-weapons capable of operating within mission parameters. The T-103 model can be programmed to achieve specific goals, such as the acquisition of certain objects. An example of this was when one that my sister Claire encountered and was programmed by Umbrella to retrieve a sample of the G-Virus, an even more dangerous virus than the T-Virus that has no none cure. According to my sister the T-103 stands at about 7 feet tall, has enough brute strength to smash through solid concrete, and is highly resistant to gunfire. Though despite all this it is no longer sentient in any way which could cause it to do ill-advised actions. So one way to take care of it is to out-smart it. If it suffers enough damage it will mutate into what is known as a Super Tyrant. Which it can no longer be controlled, and will go on a rampage. Killing anything in it's path. Any questions about it before we move onto the Nemesis?"