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Metroids were first brought to Tallon IV from [[Zebes]] by Space Pirates.<ref name=MetroidStudies>{{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.|[[Space Pirate Data]] - "Metroid Studies"|Metroid Prime}}</ref> Their research frigates transported these Metroids to their Research Headquarters in [[Phendrana Drifts]] where studies began on their ability to harvest bio-energy.<ref>{{cite|Zebes has fallen. All ground personnel are presumed dead, either killed by the Hunter clad in metal or in the subsequent destruction of the underground facilities. Our research frigates Orpheon, Siriacus and Vol Paragon were in orbit at zero hour and managed to retreat. Frigate Orpheon is now docked at Vortex Outpost. Orpheon's cargo appears to have a 100% survival rate; Metroids are healthy but on restricted feeding schedules due to uncertain supply status. We are ready to begin research on the Metroids and other promising life-forms. Security status remains at Code Blue; no signs of pursuit from the Hunter.|[[Space Pirate Data]] - "Fall of Zebes"|Metroid Prime}}</ref> Developing in the unique environment of Tallon IV created the Tallon Metroid strain used in Space Pirate experimentation.<ref name=variations/> Preliminary interests in Metroids included potential domestication for use as weapons or power sources.<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.|[[Space Pirate Data]] - "Metroid Forces"|Metroid Prime}}</ref> Their aversion to [[Ice Beam|sub-zero temperatures]] was utilized by the Pirates in their studies, who often used cold containment below 10° centigrade and ice containment gear to render the test subjects docile.<ref>{{cite|Sub-zero temperatures have made the Metroids sluggish and easy to control, even those well into Phazon infusion cycles. Cold containment status are sufficient for the juveniles, but some of the larger Metroids have been moved to quarantine caves for safety purposes.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref><ref>{{cite|Metroid containment fields appear 100% effective after adjustments. Temperatures below 10° centigrade will render Metroids docile.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref><ref>{{cite|All guards must use ice containment gear when transporting Metroids. This includes sedated specimens and those pronounced dead.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> | Metroids were first brought to Tallon IV from [[Zebes]] by Space Pirates.<ref name=MetroidStudies>{{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.|[[Space Pirate Data]] - "Metroid Studies"|Metroid Prime}}</ref> Their research frigates transported these Metroids to their Research Headquarters in [[Phendrana Drifts]] where studies began on their ability to harvest bio-energy.<ref>{{cite|Zebes has fallen. All ground personnel are presumed dead, either killed by the Hunter clad in metal or in the subsequent destruction of the underground facilities. Our research frigates Orpheon, Siriacus and Vol Paragon were in orbit at zero hour and managed to retreat. Frigate Orpheon is now docked at Vortex Outpost. Orpheon's cargo appears to have a 100% survival rate; Metroids are healthy but on restricted feeding schedules due to uncertain supply status. We are ready to begin research on the Metroids and other promising life-forms. Security status remains at Code Blue; no signs of pursuit from the Hunter.|[[Space Pirate Data]] - "Fall of Zebes"|Metroid Prime}}</ref> Developing in the unique environment of Tallon IV created the Tallon Metroid strain used in Space Pirate experimentation.<ref name=variations/> Preliminary interests in Metroids included potential domestication for use as weapons or power sources.<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.|[[Space Pirate Data]] - "Metroid Forces"|Metroid Prime}}</ref> Their aversion to [[Ice Beam|sub-zero temperatures]] was utilized by the Pirates in their studies, who often used cold containment below 10° centigrade and ice containment gear to render the test subjects docile.<ref>{{cite|Sub-zero temperatures have made the Metroids sluggish and easy to control, even those well into Phazon infusion cycles. Cold containment status are sufficient for the juveniles, but some of the larger Metroids have been moved to quarantine caves for safety purposes.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref><ref>{{cite|Metroid containment fields appear 100% effective after adjustments. Temperatures below 10° centigrade will render Metroids docile.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref><ref>{{cite|All guards must use ice containment gear when transporting Metroids. This includes sedated specimens and those pronounced dead.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> | ||
Discovery of the mutagenic substance [[Phazon]] on Tallon IV prompted a series of Phazon infusion experiments in organic and inanimate objects, including Tallon Metroids.<ref name=MetroidStudies/> Phazon mutations resulted in heightened immunity to cold dampening fields,<ref>{{cite|Hunter Metroid ds is showing signs of increased instability and a heightened immunity to cold damping fields.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> mass increase,<ref>{{cite|Phazon Infusion, Stage 6. Subject Metroid BR5497. Subject's mass at 180% of previous Phazon cycle. Increasing dosage by 4%.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> heightened aggression,<ref>{{cite|Specimen 102 >> Increased volatility recorded. Predator awareness indicated even in cold stasis.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> mandible mutations,<ref>{{cite|Phazon batch 1734.0 shows mandible mutations across all subjects. Cross infusion with batch 1622.G recommended.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> and massive energy absorption capacity influx | Discovery of the mutagenic substance [[Phazon]] on Tallon IV prompted a series of Phazon infusion experiments in organic and inanimate objects, including Tallon Metroids.<ref name=MetroidStudies/> Phazon mutations resulted in heightened immunity to cold dampening fields,<ref>{{cite|Hunter Metroid ds is showing signs of increased instability and a heightened immunity to cold damping fields.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> mass increase,<ref>{{cite|Phazon Infusion, Stage 6. Subject Metroid BR5497. Subject's mass at 180% of previous Phazon cycle. Increasing dosage by 4%.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> heightened aggression,<ref>{{cite|Specimen 102 >> Increased volatility recorded. Predator awareness indicated even in cold stasis.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> mandible mutations,<ref>{{cite|Phazon batch 1734.0 shows mandible mutations across all subjects. Cross infusion with batch 1622.G recommended.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> and massive energy absorption capacity influx.<ref>{{cite|Mutation strain 776-V shows massive absorption capacity influx. Strain replication is now under way.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> There were also negative backlashes such as internal organ degeneration,<ref>{{cite|Specimen 070 >> Optimal absorption mutation has led to unexpected degeneration of internal organs.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> and viral contaminations of Phazon batches led to termination of several test subjects.<ref>{{cite|Viral pathogens found in several Xenomes have been traced to Phazon batch 1664.2. Terminate all subjects.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> | ||
The Space Pirates developed [[Synthetic Metroid Rations]] to sustain Metroid test subjects, but Metroids were unresponsive and required bio-energy sources for nourishment.<ref name=syntheticrations>{{cite|Metroids are not responding to synthetic sustenance. We have reason to believe they only gain nourishment from active bio-energy sources.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> | The Space Pirates developed [[Synthetic Metroid Rations]] to sustain Metroid test subjects, but Metroids were unresponsive and required bio-energy sources for nourishment.<ref name=syntheticrations>{{cite|Metroids are not responding to synthetic sustenance. We have reason to believe they only gain nourishment from active bio-energy sources.|Scan Data|Metroid Prime}}</ref> | ||
