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Tallon Metroids were later transported to the planet [[Aether]] and studied there. The epidermis of Tallon Metroids raised on Aether had a red pigmentation, but they were otherwise identical. In addition to using them for bio-energy production, the Space Pirates made several attempts to domesticate Metroids. These attempts ultimately failed, and led to the termination of several untamed subjects and handlers.<ref>{{cite|Termination Report 07.195.02<br>Metroid unit 318 was put down today after a failed domestication session. Metroid unit refused commands and terminated one of its handlers before it was subdued.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime 2: Echoes}}</ref><ref>{{cite|Training Report, 07.200.08<br>Science Team believes the Metroids can be trained. After several cycles of trying, I believe Science Team has vapor for brains. I've lost two assistants to the wretched little things.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime 2: Echoes}}</ref> | Tallon Metroids were later transported to the planet [[Aether]] and studied there. The epidermis of Tallon Metroids raised on Aether had a red pigmentation, but they were otherwise identical. In addition to using them for bio-energy production, the Space Pirates made several attempts to domesticate Metroids. These attempts ultimately failed, and led to the termination of several untamed subjects and handlers.<ref>{{cite|Termination Report 07.195.02<br>Metroid unit 318 was put down today after a failed domestication session. Metroid unit refused commands and terminated one of its handlers before it was subdued.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime 2: Echoes}}</ref><ref>{{cite|Training Report, 07.200.08<br>Science Team believes the Metroids can be trained. After several cycles of trying, I believe Science Team has vapor for brains. I've lost two assistants to the wretched little things.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime 2: Echoes}}</ref> | ||
Because a lack of Phazon forced the Pirates to rely on Metroids for power, [[High Command]] authorized a mass breeding program for Metroids,<ref>{{cite|Metroid Energy Report, 07.202.09<br>Until we recover more Phazon, we rely on Metroids for power. Command has authorized mass breeding of Metroids for this purpose.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime 2: Echoes}}</ref><ref name=breeding>{{cite|Production Report-Metroids 07.201.01<br>Mass breeding of Metroids under way. We will meet Command's quota within a cycle. Storage remains an issue, recommended expansion of existing facility before a critical Metroid level is reached.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime 2: Echoes}}</ref> and the Pirates designed organic [[Metroid Cocoon|cocoons]] to be used in transporting [[Infant Tallon Metroid]]s. Containment and handling of Metroids on Aether became increasingly abusive: subjects were harvested of their bio-energy to the point of cellular degeneration,<ref>{{cite|Bioscan complete.<br>Metroid subject has been energy-drained repeatedly over the last 3 cycles. Subject's cellular structure has become unstable as a result.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime 2: Echoes}}</ref> confined in containment fields that prevented them from entering sleep cycles,<ref>{{cite|Bioscan complete.<br>Containment field is keeping Metroid subject in a constant state of agitation. It is unable to enter sleep cycles.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime 2: Echoes}}</ref> and heavily injured as a result of escape attempts and use for target practice.<ref>{{Cite|Bioscan complete.<br>Metroid subject has several blast wounds from Space Pirate weaponry on low-power settings. They wanted it alive after they were finished with it.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime 2: Echoes}}</ref><ref>{{cite|Bioscan complete.<br>Metroid subject is heavily scarred. Wounds appear to be from repeated contact with its containment field, most likely received while attempting to escape.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime 2: Echoes}}</ref><ref>{{cite|Injury Report 07.200.07<br>Unit 686 released a Metroid for target practice today: the Metroid then assaulted 686. He should be regaining brain functions in a cycle.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> | |||
Metroid Handling Protocols dictated that Metroids were not to be used for target practice or domesticated as pets.<ref>{{cite|Metroid Handling Protocols, 07.202.02<br>Metroids are not pets. Metroids are not for target practice. Finally, unauthorized feeding of Metroids is still strictly prohibited.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> The desire of Space Pirates to use Metroids for personal companionship may have stemmed from their inability to keep usual domestic animals, such as [[Gronkat]]s and [[Olbap]]s, due to their susceptibility to [[Phazon Corruption|Phazon madness]].<ref>{{cite|The keeping of pets has been suspended until further notice. Domestic beasts have been deemed highly susceptible to Phazon Madness, and are therefore a hazard to personnel. All Gronkats and Olbaps must be disposed of immediately. Failure to comply will result in the loss of pay for a cycle and reduced rations.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> Some Pirates apparently became attached to Metroid specimens in spite of protocols and even fed them pet treats, though these caused food poisoning.<ref name=foodpoisoning>{{cite|Bioscan complete.<br>Metroid subject is suffering from food poisoning. It has ingested several pet treats and Space Pirate rations. These do not agree with its digestive system.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime 2: Echoes}}</ref> | Metroid Handling Protocols dictated that Metroids were not to be used for target practice or domesticated as pets.<ref>{{cite|Metroid Handling Protocols, 07.202.02<br>Metroids are not pets. Metroids are not for target practice. Finally, unauthorized feeding of Metroids is still strictly prohibited.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> The desire of Space Pirates to use Metroids for personal companionship may have stemmed from their inability to keep usual domestic animals, such as [[Gronkat]]s and [[Olbap]]s, due to their susceptibility to [[Phazon Corruption|Phazon madness]].<ref>{{cite|The keeping of pets has been suspended until further notice. Domestic beasts have been deemed highly susceptible to Phazon Madness, and are therefore a hazard to personnel. All Gronkats and Olbaps must be disposed of immediately. Failure to comply will result in the loss of pay for a cycle and reduced rations.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> Some Pirates apparently became attached to Metroid specimens in spite of protocols and even fed them pet treats, though these caused food poisoning.<ref name=foodpoisoning>{{cite|Bioscan complete.<br>Metroid subject is suffering from food poisoning. It has ingested several pet treats and Space Pirate rations. These do not agree with its digestive system.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime 2: Echoes}}</ref> | ||
