Anomaly-009

Anomaly-009 (code name: Mass Neuron) is a Code Yellow anomaly that has been contained by the Department of Paranormal Anomalies.
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Item Number: 009

Anomaly Class: Code Yellow

Containment Protocol: Anomaly-009 is contained in a 4x4x1 glass aquarium. The inside walls are lined with a transparent rubber membrane to nullify Anomaly-009's defensive abilities. The anomaly is to be fed several mussels and small crabs daily to sustain it. When requested, it is acceptable to place items such as logic puzzles into its tank to stimulate it. Personnel required to handle the organism must wear thick rubber gloves to protect against electrocution.

Anomaly Description: Anomaly-009 is an invertebrate organism of the order Ophiurida of brittle stars. Superficially, Anomaly-009 resembles a massive human neuron cell. The organism is approximately two meters in diameter. Each of Anomaly-009's arms is capable of independent movement; this is because, like an octopus, three-fifths of its neurons are located within its arms.

Anomaly-009 is capable of advanced cognition and appears to have an intellect equal to that of the average adult human. Anomaly-009 possesses the ability to solve complex problems and has been observed using tools. When given supplies of childrens' alphabet blocks, Anomaly-009 is able to communicate its thoughts and hold extensive conversations.

When angry or threatened, Anomaly-009 can generate powerful electric shocks of up to 900 volts, greater than those of an electric eel. These shocks are generated by small electrolyte organs on the tips of its arms. It appears to be able to generate low voltage shocks as well. Anomaly-009 is generally docile and will only generate these shocks to stun and kill prey or to defend itself if a threat is detected.

Discovery and Containment: Anomaly-009 was discovered in the fishing net of a trawler off the coast of Australia. One of the fishermen had been knocked unconscious by the creature's shock and nearby agents immediately apprehended the anomaly.


 * -|In-Game Info=Anomaly-009 can be found in its containment cell in Sector-S. Approaching too close to it will lead to being electrocuted by it.
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 * Anomaly-009 was the ninth anomaly ever detected by the DPA.