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Studies of [[Tallon Metroid|Metroids]] were also top priority, and Phazon infusion testing began immediately after subjects were transported to the planet.<ref>{{cite|Initial transfer of Metroids to Tallon IV research facilities has been completed. Three were terminated in an incident at the landing site, but the others were pacified and transported safely. Initial Phazon infusion testing is under way. We are eager to observe the effects of Phazon on Metroids, especially their ability to absorb and process the energy give off by Phazon sources. Early research suggest a considerable growth in power and size. Whether the creatures will stay stable thereafter remains to be seen.|[[Pirate Data]] "Metroid Studies"|Metroid Prime}}</ref> Studies of their biology revealed that Metroids had enormous potential as an energy source and as weapons,<ref>{{cite|Studies of Metroid biology continue, though with limited progress. It seems likely that we will be much more successful using the Metroids for our means rather than trying to reproduce their powers. If they could be adequately tamed, we would have no need of a proper understanding of their metabolism. A small force of disciplined Metroids could wipe out entire armies, and once we find a way to shield them from cold-containment weapons, they will be invincible. Furthermore, if we could then harvest the energy they'd consumed, we would have a near-limitless source of power at our disposal.|[[Pirate Data]] "Metroid Forces"|Metroid Prime}}</ref> though dissection studies were often inconclusive.<ref>{{cite|Metroid dissection continues to produce more questions than answers. Our research teams have isolated the energy conduits that run from the invasive twin mandibles to the energy core in the creature's quadripartite nucleus, but the manner in which the Metroid actually extracts the life force from its pray remains an utter mystery. The victim does not lose blood or any other vital fluids, and yet the Metroid extracts energy; identifying this energy is our central problem. It takes no physical form, and yet without it, the victim dies. We will continue to research this matter, as the isolation of this life-giving essence could be the key to our ascendance.|[[Pirate Data]] "Metroid Morphology"|Metroid Prime}}</ref> | Studies of [[Tallon Metroid|Metroids]] were also top priority, and Phazon infusion testing began immediately after subjects were transported to the planet.<ref>{{cite|Initial transfer of Metroids to Tallon IV research facilities has been completed. Three were terminated in an incident at the landing site, but the others were pacified and transported safely. Initial Phazon infusion testing is under way. We are eager to observe the effects of Phazon on Metroids, especially their ability to absorb and process the energy give off by Phazon sources. Early research suggest a considerable growth in power and size. Whether the creatures will stay stable thereafter remains to be seen.|[[Pirate Data]] "Metroid Studies"|Metroid Prime}}</ref> Studies of their biology revealed that Metroids had enormous potential as an energy source and as weapons,<ref>{{cite|Studies of Metroid biology continue, though with limited progress. It seems likely that we will be much more successful using the Metroids for our means rather than trying to reproduce their powers. If they could be adequately tamed, we would have no need of a proper understanding of their metabolism. A small force of disciplined Metroids could wipe out entire armies, and once we find a way to shield them from cold-containment weapons, they will be invincible. Furthermore, if we could then harvest the energy they'd consumed, we would have a near-limitless source of power at our disposal.|[[Pirate Data]] "Metroid Forces"|Metroid Prime}}</ref> though dissection studies were often inconclusive.<ref>{{cite|Metroid dissection continues to produce more questions than answers. Our research teams have isolated the energy conduits that run from the invasive twin mandibles to the energy core in the creature's quadripartite nucleus, but the manner in which the Metroid actually extracts the life force from its pray remains an utter mystery. The victim does not lose blood or any other vital fluids, and yet the Metroid extracts energy; identifying this energy is our central problem. It takes no physical form, and yet without it, the victim dies. We will continue to research this matter, as the isolation of this life-giving essence could be the key to our ascendance.|[[Pirate Data]] "Metroid Morphology"|Metroid Prime}}</ref> | ||
Science Team also did extensive research on reverse-engineering [[Samus Aran|Samus Aran's]] arsenal, including her [[Beam|Beam weapons]], which resulted in the formation of [[Trooper Pirate]] forces, and her [[Morph Ball]], which met with less success.<ref>{{cite|Science Team is attempting to reverse-engineer Samus Aran's arsenal, based off data acquired from here assaults on our forces. Progress is slow, but steady. Command would dearly enjoy turning Aran's weapons against her. We believe we can implement Beam weapon prototypes in three cycles. Aran's Power Suit technology remains a mystery, especially the curious Morph Ball function. All attempts at duplicating it have ended in disaster; four test subjects were horribly broken when they engaged our Morph Ball prototypes. Science Team wisely decided to move on afterward.|[[Pirate Data]] "Hunter Weapons"|Metroid Prime}}</ref> They conducted research on [[Thermal Visor|thermal imaging]] as well, though the resulting equipment was eventually used against them | Science Team also did extensive research on reverse-engineering [[Samus Aran|Samus Aran's]] arsenal, including her [[Beam|Beam weapons]], which resulted in the formation of [[Trooper Pirate]] forces, and her [[Morph Ball]], which met with less success.<ref>{{cite|Science Team is attempting to reverse-engineer Samus Aran's arsenal, based off data acquired from here assaults on our forces. Progress is slow, but steady. Command would dearly enjoy turning Aran's weapons against her. We believe we can implement Beam weapon prototypes in three cycles. Aran's Power Suit technology remains a mystery, especially the curious Morph Ball function. All attempts at duplicating it have ended in disaster; four test subjects were horribly broken when they engaged our Morph Ball prototypes. Science Team wisely decided to move on afterward.|[[Pirate Data]] "Hunter Weapons"|Metroid Prime}}</ref> Science Team hypothesized that her [[Samus Aran's Gunship|gunship]], which the Pirates were searching for, had a sophisticated cloaking device beyond their capabilities.<ref>{{cite|Recon Teams are searching for the Hunter's gunship. Science Team believes it employs a sophisticated cloaking device beyond our capabilities. Aside from dumb luck, we may never discover its location. We must contain or eliminate Aran. Failure to comply with Command decree is not an option.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> | ||
They conducted research on [[Thermal Visor|thermal imaging]] as well, though the resulting equipment was eventually used against them,<ref>{{cite|Imaging research is being conducted in the containment Vault area of this facility.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> and ran the [[Advanced Weapons Training]] program.<ref>{{cite|Science Team is accepting volunteers for [[Advanced Weapons Training]].|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> | |||
Studies of the [[Chozo Artifact]]s, which they hypothesized were behind the [[Chozo Ghost|spectral]] attacks on their forces,<ref>{{cite|There have been numerous incidents involving spectral entities at Chozo Ruins sites. Several personnel have been assaulted by these Chozo Ghosts; few have survived. Survivors speak of swift attacks from nowhere, brief sitings of the enemy, then nothing, only to be followed by another attack. Science Team believes these attacks are in response to our efforts to recover Chozo relics and Artifacts.|[[Pirate Data]] "Chozo Ghosts"|Metroid Prime}}</ref> fell to Science Team as well, though their linguistic analysts and language databases were ultimately inadequate to the task of deciphering the messages on the corresponding totems in the [[Artifact Temple]].<ref name=Artifact /> | Studies of the [[Chozo Artifact]]s, which they hypothesized were behind the [[Chozo Ghost|spectral]] attacks on their forces,<ref>{{cite|There have been numerous incidents involving spectral entities at Chozo Ruins sites. Several personnel have been assaulted by these Chozo Ghosts; few have survived. Survivors speak of swift attacks from nowhere, brief sitings of the enemy, then nothing, only to be followed by another attack. Science Team believes these attacks are in response to our efforts to recover Chozo relics and Artifacts.|[[Pirate Data]] "Chozo Ghosts"|Metroid Prime}}</ref> fell to Science Team as well, though their linguistic analysts and language databases were ultimately inadequate to the task of deciphering the messages on the corresponding totems in the [[Artifact Temple]].<ref name=Artifact /> | ||
