Chapter 5, Page 22
Dr. Hastings’ Personal Notes
Private Journal Entry 187-C
Creating Subject 37 was merely a prelude to the ultimate goal: mass hybridization between aquatic craniate animals and humans. To produce this perfect life form is where the true struggle lies.
Unlike our previous experiments, I gifted Subject 37 with genes from many cartilaginous fish. Among them, I selected the elephant shark, which possesses 154 genes that are nearly identical to those found in humans. Most notable were genetic similarities in their reproductive systems, such as fertilization occurring internally.
Being that Subject 37 is male I have considered creating a female subject for him to mate with. But I fear that mating two proto-hybrids will produce unwanted—potentially disastrous—results. In short, we require a human specimen for “pure” genetic hybridization.
In order to ensure successful reproduction, I need healthy female specimens who will be physically fit and resilient enough to withstand both the rigors of mating with Subject 37, along with carrying the offspring to term. I suppose the process could be partially eased with artificial insemination but, in this particular case, I am in favor of observing every aspect of Subject 37’s natural biological process.
There is no possibility of conducting the next phase on Volkan Island. The misguided “morality” of the people I’m surrounded by would never allow it. I must wait until my relocation to Asrai Base, where Daedin Alacore has promised me actual human specimens. If only I could begin already…
–Beverly Hastings
Danger Zone One. Story by Midnight. Art by Salaiix.
It seems Dr. Hastings employs a very hands-on approach when examining potential lab subjects.
I’m going to guess that learning about Subject 37’s recent demise won’t do her sanity any favors. Not that she was particularly sane to begin with, mind you.
Having her girls pawed seams to had quite a effect on her
She’s sensitive. That kind of unwanted attention is akin to rape.
Molestation or sexual assault would be more accurate. Calling everything rape diminishes the act of rape. Getting groped is something you can get over in a few days or weeks. Rape is something people carry for the rest of there lives. I don’t mean to go off about this but i know a few woman that have beened raped and they are not right in the head because of it.
Very True
Hmm, a giant SCRATCH and not a mark on her?
Yup, Reena is both fit and resilient 😉
So 154 genes out of humans 20-25K and sharks 25-35 not a great start. That venn diagram is basically two almost seperate circles. Beginning to think this was just a elaborate kink fulfilment and maybe not ecologically minded science at all.