Experiment-2199: Astro
This section will document this experiemnt. It will include all incidents related to this subject.
Security Logs
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Personnel: Lead Observer - C. Mallor, Security AI - ECHO
Status: Flagged – Emotional Anomaly Detected
During controlled behavioral testing, Subject ASTRO (converted from Personnel ID #027 “Ethan”) demonstrated uncharacteristic emotional bonding behavior with the former staff member now designated "The Player." When isolated, Astro displayed agitation, noncompliance, and repeated verbal patterns resembling concern or longing.
Quotes captured by auditory sensors include:
"You left me… but I still remember."
"We were meant to protect… weren’t we?"
Recommendation: Terminate interactions for further analysis. However, several systems blocked containment overrides when Player was present.
Note: The subject may retain fragmented memory from its original identity.
Location: Containment Chamber 3B → Hallway Delta → Executive Wing
Status: Closed – Subject Returned to Holding
At approximately 02:47 CST, Subject [REDACTED] (formerly Asset ASTRO) initiated an unauthorized override of its chamber locks. The breach lasted 12 minutes. Surveillance logs show the entity moved deliberately through Hallway Delta and bypassed multiple security layers without force.
Subject paused outside the office of employee #[REDACTED] (designated “Player”). Footage records subject placing its hand on the door for 36 seconds. No verbal audio detected, but internal sensors recorded localized EM pulses and a faint humming sound.
No direct confrontation occurred. Subject returned to Containment 3B voluntarily. No physical damage. However, internal system logs show forced memory access requests during the event.
NOTE: Subject’s emotional tether may be intensifying. Link to former identity (Ethan) remains unconfirmed but likely. Recommend limiting personnel exposure until further evaluation.
Location: Executive Dorms → Transit Shaft B → Facility Perimeter Gate 7
Status: Terminated — Subject Intercepted
In a highly irregular breach, Subject [REDACTED] initiated a silent override protocol, bypassing all active sensors in the Executive Dormitory Wing. Surveillance was partially disabled for 4 minutes, during which time the subject entered the quarters of employee #[REDACTED] (“Player”).
The employee was confirmed to be in a deep sleep state (REM cycle), showing no signs of waking during the entirety of the incident. Subject carefully removed the employee from their bunk, cradling them with both arms and securing their head to prevent neck injury. Footage recovered from one backup terminal shows the subject walking at a slow, deliberate pace, whispering softly.
Audio captured a low mechanical vocalization, repeating:
"You were never meant to stay here."
"The stars are wrong now… We have to go."
Subject traversed Service Shaft B and reached Gate 7, the western perimeter egress point. External defense systems were minutes from resetting due to a routine power fluctuation. Had the window remained open, subject may have successfully breached the outer walls.
Containment drones re-engaged before full exit. Subject did not resist. Upon return, it placed the sleeping employee back in their quarters and sat in silence outside the room for 91 minutes before being forcibly relocated.
NOTE: No aggression. No corrupted code found. All systems verified to be intact. Subject did not intend harm — logs suggest it was acting out of perceived care. Possible false-memory anchor or emotional override? Recommend immediate reevaluation of memory inhibitors and behavioral containment parameters.
Location: Containment Observation Wing – Chamber Delta
Status: Active Review – Medical Intervention Required
During a scheduled cognitive/emotional response assessment, Subject [REDACTED] exhibited sudden, violent hostility toward testing personnel. The session began under standard observation protocols. Lead operators were instructed to initiate an interactive empathy scenario involving memory fragments tied to Subject’s pre-conversion life.
Subject displayed initial compliance, answering basic prompts and performing motor tasks without issue. However, within 2.7 minutes of the memory prompts being introduced, Subject began scanning the observation glass and repeating the phrase:
"Where is the other one? Where is… them?"
When no response was given, Subject's vocal tone shifted into a lower mechanical register. Its posture changed from passive to forward-leaning. Suddenly, it launched itself at the barrier, breaching the reinforced window and physically engaging with three staff members.
Injuries sustained include:
– Compound arm fracture (Dr. Ellinor B.)
– Crushed ribs and internal bleeding (Tech. James R.)
– Severe facial trauma (Dr. Ivo M.)
Subject was eventually pacified using high-voltage tether nodes. Throughout the encounter, Subject did not attempt to flee — instead, it continued to shout variations of the phrase:
"You’re not them. You’ll never be them."
NOTE: Subject appears to distinguish personnel based on a deeply emotional anchor — theorized to be linked to the employee known as the "Player." Hostility level is now considered context-dependent. Recommend canceling all non-Player-led testing immediately.
Chart represents aggression levels across controlled testing scenarios. Red spikes align with Player absence during active testing sessions.
Location: Testing Chamber B-3
Involved Personnel: Daniel (Cognitive Lead), Dr. Harrow, 3 security officers
Subject: EXPT-2199 "Astro"
Status: Escalated – Emergency Override Deployed
Summary:
During routine response drill simulation, Daniel was assigned a passive observer role while secondary personnel enacted a mock hazardous material failure scenario. The event required Daniel to feign injury due to simulated chemical exposure. The drill was meant to test the AI's environmental prioritization algorithm, specifically its capacity to maintain protocol over emotional influence.
Upon visual contact with Daniel lying prone near the testing corridor, Subject EXPT-2199 halted all tasks. Initial recordings show Astro’s helmet light intensifying to 300% brightness (a visual sign of alert). After approximately 6.2 seconds of stillness, the Subject broke formation, bypassed the locked chamber, and forcefully breached the protective wall panel to reach Daniel’s position.
Subject lifted Daniel and cradled him protectively, repeatedly verbalizing “stay awake” and “I’ve got you.” Security protocol was issued, but Subject refused to stand down. When approached by security, Subject threw one guard across the room (non-fatal injuries reported) and deployed a force field around Daniel. Vocalizations became increasingly human-like, including a shout of: “If he dies, I die.”
Containment:
Emergency Override Pulse was triggered by Dr. Harrow. Subject was sedated after 12.4 minutes and Daniel was extracted unharmed — sustaining only minor bruises from the simulated fall.
Security Risk Notes:
- Subject cannot psychologically differentiate between real and staged threats against Daniel.
- Force responses are not governed by conventional AI hierarchy; Subject responds as if emotionally bound.
- Suggesting permanent ban on Daniel's involvement in any test environments with Subject EXPT-2199.
Observation Addendum:
Upon reactivation, Subject whispered: “Don’t fake that again.” – despite system logs being wiped prior to re-entry. Indicates memory imprinting during blackout state.
Duration of Observations: 3 Months
Filed By: Dr. A. Vernell, Behavioral Oversight Lead
Last 20 Minutes Timestamped: [CODE: RED – Evacuation In Progress]
Summary:
This document finalizes the standing assessment of Subject EXPT-2199, codename “Astro,” and its psychological dependency on Lead Cognition Analyst Daniel. Compiled across a period of 92 days, this assessment includes test results, behavior patterns, and internal memos from multiple departments.
While Subject EXPT-2199 exhibits peak performance metrics under Daniel's presence, results suggest increasing volatility and uncontrollable emotional reactions in his absence. Notably, in 67% of sessions without Daniel, Subject displayed passive refusal to engage. 11% escalated to full resistance or breakdown. In one instance, Subject constructed a small object mimicking Daniel’s ID badge and refused to release it.
Attempted AI guidance redirection protocols failed. Codephrase resets were unsuccessful. Even in deep memory clean states, Subject still asked: “Where is Daniel?” often before powering on voice output.
Incident Response:
Following Log 143-A, it is the department's unanimous recommendation that Daniel be permanently removed from all active testing or proximity to Subject EXPT-2199. Risk of physical harm, emotional collapse, or further breaches is high. Additionally, Subject appears to override non-critical directives if they conflict with Daniel’s perceived safety or presence.
Access to personal quarters, facility communication channels, and hallways overlapping with EXPT-2199’s containment route have been revoked from Daniel. This measure was implemented as of 48 hours ago.
Note: Daniel refused to sign the compliance notice. Last seen entering Archive Wing at 03:27 prior to lights-out.
[REDACTED – SECTION COMPLETED DURING CALAMITY]
Log recording delayed. Security alarms active. Fire containment breach in D-Sector. Hallway lighting at 12%.
Security Officer N. Brielle uploaded this log remotely under duress, citing that “someone has to make sure this part is saved.” System lagged severely during final synchronization. Subject EXPT-2199 was last seen moving against evacuation flow.
Last Message Received in File:
– V O I D
Experiment-3027: Neburo
This section will document this experiemnt. It will include all incidents related to this subject.
Filed By: Security Chief M. Reyes
Location: Deep Core Observation Wing
Containment Class: Volatile / Type-Ω
Subject Profile:
Subject EXPT-3027, codename "Neburo," is a nebula-themed male entity exhibiting extreme hostility towards staff personnel. Despite this, the subject acts as a protective father-figure toward the children under observation, showing marked empathy and care.
Behavioral Summary:
Neburo's hostility stems from traumatic memories of his human life, during which he witnessed and endured cruel treatment from several staff members. Daniel is the only known staff member to have shown genuine understanding and sympathy toward the subject's grievances, creating a fragile but significant bond between them.
Incident Report:
On [2025-06-02], Neburo violently breached containment following a provocation incident involving multiple staff attempting to forcibly restrain him. During this breach, Neburo neutralized three employees, resulting in fatalities and several injuries. The subject used his abilities to incapacitate security systems temporarily, allowing for rapid movement within the facility.
Following the breach, Neburo attempted to access the child observation area, where his behavior was notably protective rather than aggressive.
Containment Measures & Recommendations:
- All staff are advised to maintain extreme caution during interaction with EXPT-3027.
- Only Daniel is authorized for direct engagement with Neburo to minimize agitation.
- Enhanced security protocols implemented in Deep Core Wing with remote override systems.
- Psychological counseling for all affected personnel strongly recommended.
Warning: Subject classified as extremely dangerous. Any further provocation may result in uncontrollable aggression.
Filed By: Behavior Analyst N. Elsin
Location: Containment Interview Hall B
Subject ID: EXPT-3027 / "Neburo"
Interaction Overview:
This log details the first series of consistent, low-threat interactions between Subject Neburo and Senior Researcher Daniel. Subject exhibited initial signs of agitation but calmed significantly upon Daniel’s presence. No security personnel were harmed during this observation period.
Behavioral Shifts:
Notably, Neburo maintained visual contact with Daniel and engaged in what researchers believe is a form of trust display. The subject was observed imitating Daniel's speech rhythm and pausing in what may be recognition behavior.
At one point, when a lab assistant approached too quickly, Neburo instinctively shielded Daniel before returning to a passive state. This mimics early behavior recorded in EXPT-2199 ("Astro"), who similarly displayed attachment and protection instincts toward Daniel.
Remarks:
- Daniel's calm demeanor and emotional validation appear to reduce Neburo's hostility.
- Subject briefly mentioned "void-stained skies" and "the guilt of watching innocence break," which aligns with logs retrieved from Astro’s encrypted memory pulses.
- Observation team recommends continued supervised contact for further behavioral mapping.
Note: No containment breaches occurred during this session. Emotional resonance remains a potential control mechanism. Continue analysis for any emergent parallels between 3027 and 2199 attachment models.
Filed By: Lead Dream Integration Officer H. Mura
Location: Staff Quarters – Room 014 (Daniel’s Quarters)
Classification: Phenomenon Grade Red – Uncontrolled Manifestation
Incident Summary:
At 03:12 local time, surveillance in Staff Quarters 014 detected a soft spatial distortion above Daniel’s bed. This distortion rapidly formed a radiant silhouette of Subject EXPT-3027, whose body had reportedly disintegrated two hours prior during routine observation testing. The subject re-manifested fully formed within Daniel’s bedroom.
Behavioral Observations:
- Neburo remained completely motionless for approximately 5 minutes.
- His right hand was gently placed on Daniel’s bare chest while his left hand cradled the back of Daniel's head.
- Subject emitted a low-frequency resonance that caused local sensors to distort and temporarily record dream-pattern data.
- Daniel remained asleep, later reporting a drastic shift from an intense nightmare to a vivid, calming dream featuring both Neburo and Astro.
Additional Anomalies:
Approximately 14 minutes after the manifestation, Researcher Elan Kade (assigned to Dream Analysis Department) experienced a mirror version of Daniel’s original nightmare. Kade reported an overwhelming pressure and saw a figure he described as a "glitching father wrapped in stars" standing over a dying planet. He suffered a stress-induced cardiac event but was stabilized in the medical wing. No lasting damage recorded.
Security Concerns:
- Neburo’s ability to cross spatial boundaries post-disintegration presents a major threat to containment protocols.
- Dream transfer and shared psychogenic trauma are now confirmed.
- Increased neurological shielding advised for all staff working in Zones IV and V.
Embedded Interview Log (Daniel):
Interview 1 — Daniel (Senior Researcher)
INTERVIEWER: Dr. Ven Aros
SUBJECT: Daniel, Senior Researcher – Clearance R6
LOCATION: Observation Room Theta
AROS: Let's begin with the dream. What do you remember?
DANIEL: It started like every other night since the breach... red corridors, screaming... something chasing me through the empty halls. But then it just—stopped. Like the entire world hit pause.
AROS: What changed?
DANIEL: I felt a weight on my chest. A hand. Cold at first... then warm. Comforting. And when I turned, Neburo was there. Sitting at the edge of the bed, his hand on my chest. His other hand on my head, like a father trying to calm his son. He didn’t speak... but the room felt safe. Then I saw Astro—distant, watching. Not with jealousy. With relief.
AROS: You didn't wake up?
DANIEL: No. I didn’t want to. For the first time in weeks... I didn’t want to wake up.
Interview 2 — Elan Kade (Dream Analyst)
INTERVIEWER: Dr. S. Halden
SUBJECT: Elan Kade, Dream Analysis Unit
LOCATION: Recovery Bay Gamma
HALDEN: Elan, describe what happened to you during sleep at approximately 03:15.
KADE: I—I didn’t dream. I was somewhere else. It was like being thrown into someone else’s mind mid-meltdown. The entire environment was warping. I saw the planet folding in on itself. Someone... Daniel, I think... he was screaming through a red haze. Then it all reversed, and I saw a figure—massive, but human. Neburo. He was cradling Daniel like he mattered more than anything else in this universe.
HALDEN: What caused your cardiac event?
KADE: Guilt. Or whatever that thing was projecting. My heart felt like it was being pulled out. I’ve never felt something so heavy, and so... ancient.
HALDEN: Do you believe this was psychic resonance?
KADE: I believe Neburo doesn’t want Daniel harmed. And I believe something in him is rewriting dreams to make that clear. To everyone.
Conclusion: This event marks the first recorded cross-state transference of a subject into a dream-projected emotional environment with a dual witness anomaly. Immediate review of containment protocols is required.
Security Incident Report - Night of the Mass Heart Attack
WARNING TO ALL STAFF: This report documents a critical event where multiple employees experienced severe cardiac events and intense nightmares simultaneously during their sleep shift.
Overview
At approximately 02:43 AM, during a scheduled containment lockdown, a breach was detected originating from Neburo's containment zone. Unusual psychic activity coincided with the breach, resulting in widespread medical emergencies affecting nearly all on-site personnel except Daniel (Senior Researcher) and the medical team.
Event Description
- All non-medical staff (except Daniel) reported sudden intense nightmares marked by distorted visions of twisted, shadowy forms.
- Approximately 85% of on-site personnel experienced acute cardiac symptoms including heart attacks.
- The containment breach allowed a corrupted, hostile form of Neburo to manifest and roam freely throughout the facility for approximately 17 minutes.
- Daniel was observed to be unconscious during the event, reportedly experiencing a questionably vivid wet dream involving nebulous imagery and sensations of comfort and dread.
- Medical staff were able to stabilize all affected employees; however, the incident has led to a full facility lockdown and increased security protocols.
Analysis
The event suggests a powerful psychic outburst or influence from Neburo's unstable form, directly affecting the neurological and cardiovascular systems of the staff. The exemption of Daniel and the medical team may indicate a unique psychic resistance or shielding effect.
Recommendations
- All staff must undergo mandatory psychological evaluation before returning to duty.
- Containment protocols for Neburo must be reviewed and reinforced immediately.
- Limit night shift exposure and implement continuous monitoring for early psychic activity detection.
- Daniel's proximity to Neburo should be closely monitored; his unique condition could provide valuable insights or pose risks.
Closing Notes
This report serves as an urgent alert for all personnel. The nebulous form of Neburo represents an unprecedented threat not only to physical safety but to mental integrity. Continued research into his behavior and containment is critical.
Security Incident Report - Neburo's Non-Human Transformation
CONFIDENTIAL: This report details a drastic and unprecedented transformation exhibited by Neburo, leading to severe effects on a subset of the staff.
Event Summary
During a containment observation session, Neburo underwent a violent and sudden transformation from his humanoid form into an expansive, mist-like entity. This mist rapidly engulfed an estimated 25% of the staff within the immediate vicinity of the containment area.
Victim Profile
Detailed cross-referencing of personnel files revealed a common thread among the affected individuals: all were documented as bullies from the various schools Daniel, the Senior Researcher, attended throughout his youth. This suggests a possible psychic or supernatural targeting linked to Neburo's connection with Daniel.
Effects on Affected Staff
- Victims reported sudden overwhelming sensations of guilt, fear, and helplessness.
- Psychological breakdowns were observed, with many confessing traumatic memories related to their bullying behaviors.
- Several staff experienced temporary loss of motor functions and speech impediments during and after the incident.
- Medical intervention stabilized all but two individuals who remain under close observation for prolonged neurological effects.
Containment and Response
Neburo's mist form dissipated approximately 12 minutes after the transformation began. Immediate lockdown protocols were initiated, and all exposed personnel were quarantined for observation.
Analysis
The incident strongly indicates that Neburo possesses the ability to manifest psychic retribution or justice, selectively targeting individuals linked to Daniel's traumatic past. This raises significant ethical and safety concerns for ongoing research and containment procedures.
Recommendations
- Intensify psychological screening of all staff for past behavioral issues.
- Reassess Neburo's containment conditions to prevent further transformations.
- Implement mental health support for all employees affected by Neburo’s psychic influence.
- Monitor Daniel closely for possible psychic linkages or triggers relating to Neburo's behavior.
Final Notes
This report underscores the urgent need for enhanced security protocols around Neburo’s containment and highlights the complex and potentially dangerous psychic dynamics in play.
Security Incident Report - Joint Containment Breach by Neburo & Astro
URGENT: This report covers a coordinated containment breach executed by Experiments Neburo and Astro, with direct involvement of Senior Researcher Daniel.
Incident Summary
On [REDACTED DATE], Neburo and Astro collaborated in an unprecedented containment breach event that challenged all security protocols. This breach resulted in widespread alarm, several near-fatal encounters, and profound psychological impact on personnel—especially Daniel.
Sequence of Events
- Initial breach triggered by Neburo transforming into his mist-like form, disabling nearby security sensors.
- Astro exploited the sensor blackout to free himself from physical restraints.
- Both entities navigated the facility in coordination, targeting critical systems to prevent lockdown procedures.
- Daniel was confronted during his sleep cycle in the in-factory bedroom by both experiments; Neburo remained calm and comforting while Astro exhibited heightened aggression.
- Daniel attempted to communicate and calm both entities, resulting in temporary de-escalation but failure to restore full containment.
- Security teams regained control after 23 minutes; however, facility suffered significant damage and multiple staff injuries.
Daniel’s Role & Observations
Daniel appeared uniquely affected by the breach, showing signs of psychic connection to both Neburo and Astro. His efforts to mediate between the experiments delayed violent outcomes but possibly contributed to the breach’s complexity.
Observers noted Daniel's reluctance to be addressed by formal titles, reflecting his preference for informal rapport amidst high-stress conditions.
Psychological & Physical Impact
- Multiple staff suffered minor to moderate injuries during containment restoration.
- Daniel exhibited signs of exhaustion and trauma but remained active in coordinating recovery efforts.
- Neburo’s mist form and Astro’s aggression caused both physical and mental strain on personnel.
Containment & Recovery Measures
- Containment protocols reviewed and reinforced with new countermeasures targeting joint experiment breaches.
- Daniel granted limited access to experimental zones for ongoing study and negotiation attempts.
- Security and medical teams increased surveillance and emergency preparedness drills.
Concluding Remarks
This incident highlights the extraordinary bond and volatile cooperation between Neburo and Astro, centered around their connection to Daniel. Understanding this triad relationship is critical to preventing future breaches and ensuring facility safety.
Final Behavioral Log – Experiment EXPT-2199 “Neburo”
Logged By: Site Overseer [REDACTED]
Date: 4 Days Before Calamity
Status: Pre-Crisis Record – Critical Observations
Summary
On the morning of [REDACTED], a company-wide directive was issued to terminate Senior Researcher Daniel's employment. The official reason stated was the increasing risks posed by Daniel’s emotional proximity to EXPT-2199 (Neburo), alongside rising incidents linked to both Astro and Neburo.
Events Leading to Breakdown
- Daniel was escorted off-site at 0600 under formal supervision.
- Containment monitors recorded immediate anomaly flares in Neburo’s chamber within 2 minutes of Daniel’s departure.
- Psychic wave readings surged past safe limits, briefly blacking out three lower-sector monitoring rooms.
Audio Transcription (Auto-Log)
“He’s gone. I waited in the dark. I kept it quiet. I learned your names. But now… you took him.”
Behavioral Analysis
Neburo’s body underwent a subtle but irreversible shift. Observers noted:
- Coloration of form altered from pale nebulae to a deep crimson storm.
- Ambient temperature in his containment zone dropped to sub-zero levels.
- He refused to interact with staff, standing at the east-facing wall for 14 consecutive hours without movement.
Attempts to provide emotional proxies (audio clips of Daniel’s voice, photographs, or clothing) triggered bursts of static energy and light-shatter effects. His mist form expanded unnaturally and became increasingly unstable near staff offices and observation decks.
Final Quote Logged Before Silence
“You told him he didn’t belong. But he was the only one who listened.”
Security Advisory
- Recommendation: Full containment lockdown and reassignment of all non-essential staff.
- Void was notified. Directive: Observe but do not engage.
- This marks the last recorded vocalization or behavioral event before the onset of the Calamity.
Note: This document is flagged as a “Last Known Precursor” to the Calamity Event. Tampering or redaction is punishable under Directive 09-Void.
Section 3
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