This Game Is Too Realistic

The top of Blood Mountain.

The beast king in a white robe stared at the foot of the mountain, and the corners of his mouth gradually turned up into a faint smile.

No unexpected results.

These old things have been corrupted for too long.

They hold the relics of the Prosperous Era and are immersed in the dreams weaved by the relics of the old Ming Dynasty, but they forget that this is not a pre-war period of peaceful singing and dancing, but a wasteland where hair grows and drinks blood.

As long as they completely abandon their bottom line and illusions, and give up everything that is disposable, even if they are faced with the encirclement and suppression of the decadent old civilization, the young people will not be able to fight.

The Alliance is a problem but that's all.

They have not given up enough and are not brave enough.

At least not as good as my non-human self.

At this moment, a low voice entered the sea of ​​​​his consciousness, like a hum coming from the depths of the earth.

"The men retreated."

The Beast King nodded and responded in a very soft voice.

"I saw it."

"They brought the information in the cave, and my existence may have been exposed." There was a trace of hesitation in the dull voice, as if he was worried about something.

The Beast King raised his eyebrows slightly with interest.

"Are you scared?"

"No," the voice paused for a while, then said slowly, "but I smell a nasty smell."

"'That guy' is getting closer and closer to us."

…

At 12 noon, Task Force Alpha issued a retreat order and withdrew the two squadrons fighting on Blood Mountain.

The college invested 300 individual drones successively, but in the end only 100 were withdrawn. The 200 mobile members of Task Force Alpha suffered even more heavy losses, with less than half of them being evacuated.

Even those who were evacuated were mostly severely infected.

These wounded were placed in the front-line No. 2 hospital and were observed and treated by the Alliance Biological Research Institute and the medical team from the Science and Technology Committee.

The composition of the toxic substances and how they broke through the individual three-defense system of Task Force Alpha also require further investigation and research.

Although both the high command of the coalition forces and the various armies outside the academy had already anticipated the outcome of this initial offensive, the academy's performance in actual combat still exceeded everyone's expectations.

How to say it?

It feels like the thunder is louder than the raindrops.

"It seems that the guys in the north are just like that."

Staring at the Alpha Task Force that had withdrawn from the front line, General Babita from the Empire had a hint of contempt in his eyes.

He suddenly felt that his people were good again.

Not long ago, Lord Qarava, who was stationed in Dawn City, expressed dissatisfaction with their inaction on the front line and urged them to focus more on the battlefield.

Maybe they should do something to save some face for His Majesty the Emperor.

It was not just the imperial officers who were shocked by the academy's performance, but also General Liam, who had just changed his view of those guys.

Unexpectedly, these guys made a fuss and whistled, but they were beaten into disgrace by the other side and escaped from the front line.

"...Maybe I should reconsider my evaluation of these guys."

Liam, who was sitting on the bridge of the airship with his legs crossed on his knees, had an intriguing expression on his face, tore open an ice cream cone and stuffed it into his mouth.

Of course, another possibility is not ruled out.

These slugs in the swamp are deliberately showing weakness to show that they are harmless to humans and animals, and they are looking for opportunities to fish in troubled waters.

After all, no one except themselves knows what their true intentions are.

In fact, Liam thought too much about deliberately showing weakness.

Even the academy itself was furious with such a result.

They made full and careful preparations for this battle, but ended up losing to a group of primitive people who fought with stones and sticks——

At least that's how Yang Kai sees it.

"How did you do it? Even with the most powerful equipment, you couldn't defeat a group of mutants?"

After a rare scientific research ship landed at the Weifu military base, Yang Kai found the head of the Alpha Mobile Task Force and scolded him.

"Sorry to disappoint you."

The guy from Alpha Zero lowered his head and looked like he was seriously reflecting on his mistakes, but Yang Kai couldn't sense any sincerity in reflecting on his mistakes.

Shaking his head, Yang Kai knew that scolding him was in vain, so he finally stopped embarrassing the guy and dismissed him with a wave of his hand.

After reprimanding the commander who made the combat plan, he immediately found Chu Guang, who was inspecting the No. 2 Hospital of the Weifu Military Base, and briefly described the situation encountered by Task Force Alpha during the operation.

"...There is something wrong with the mutants on Shifeng Mountain. They have shown characteristics during evolution that we have never seen before. Not only that, based on the extraction of on-site samples by frontline troops, we suspect that there are hidden secrets deep in the Blood Mountain. A mother's nest."

After listening to Yang Kai's statement, Chu Guang nodded.

"That's what we thought too."

When Yang Kai heard this, he stared at him suspiciously.

"How did you know about it?"

Chu Guang: "Guess."

Yang Kai: "..."

Looking at Yang Kai who was speechless, Chu Guang coughed lightly and continued talking.

"...these minutiae issues are not the focus, the key is how we deal with this problem now."

Yang Kai's expression gradually became serious.

"What's your opinion?"

"My opinion is... to wait for the expert opinion."

As he said that, Chu Guang cast his gaze at the isolation ward with the closed door.

The members of Task Force Alpha who had been evacuated from the front line were all lying there. Some of them had woken up, but many of them had not yet woken up. Heya is currently inside to understand the situation, and I believe there will be results after a while.

At the same time, Heya, who was standing in the ward, had a solemn expression on her face, staring at the tablet in her hand.

This is an organic protein molecule that she has never seen before. It is like a virus, but smaller than known viruses, even less than 7 nanometers, and the average individual is about 5 nanometers.

And that's not even the most surprising.

The most incredible thing is that in addition to the RNA that stores genetic information, there is also a highly folded knob-like macromolecular structure inside this "㮽name substance", which can store mechanical potential energy like clockwork and slowly rotate it. It is released into the tail.

At the tail of the substance, there are at least four protein chains with special shapes. They can make simple mechanical movements driven by "clockwork" like the flagella of protozoa, thereby pushing the substance to slowly diffuse from high concentration areas to low concentration areas!

To use an inappropriate but descriptive metaphor, this thing is simply like a nano-scale missile! Usually hosted in spores, one spore can carry 3 to 7 of these things, and they will be released after the spores rupture actively or passively.

The internal RNA is its "warhead", the folded macromolecule protein is its engine, and the tail protein chain is its "propeller".

In addition to adhering to particles and drifting, it can also complete the "migration" from particle A to particle B through an active method.

This characteristic is most likely the most direct reason why the substance can break through the gas mask of Task Force Alpha.

After all, as we all know, gas masks containing substances such as activated carbon mainly use the electrostatic adsorption effect to filter "tiny particles carrying harmful substances". This does not mean that the smaller the particles, the more difficult it is to filter them.

According to experimental statistics, 0.3 micron particles are the most difficult to filter. Therefore, "filtration efficiency for 0.3 micron particles" is often used as an indicator to measure the filtration effect. For example, N95 means "filtration efficiency for 0.3 micron particles." The filtration efficiency reaches more than 95%."

Although the characteristic of "diameter of 5nm" is not enough for the substance to penetrate the gas mask, it will not be true if it is added to the "can rely on endogenous power to complete free migration".

According to the performance in clinical experiments, these substances left a channel made of debris between the pores of the gas mask.

They seem to calculate the shortest path from entrance to exit, like slime molds in a petri dish searching for food.

But the strange thing is that although this thing is very similar to a virus in shape, it is completely different from most viruses in terms of its offensive strategy against the host.

After a general virus injects nucleic acid into a host cell, it usually uses the host cell's materials to first synthesize the replicase and some inhibitory proteins necessary for its own replication, and then synthesizes the nucleic acid and structural proteins of the progeny virus. The final result is usually to completely drain the host's body cells, and then a group of disciples will harm the next target.

However, these special substances write their own genetic material into the genetic material of the host cell through a series of operations, just like the HIV virus.

However, their purpose of doing this is not to replicate themselves, but to assimilate the host and completely transform the host's cells into another appearance.

As for the specific transformation, it is a completely random event.

There are currently 97 cases under observation, 17 of which have died, 10 cases with superior immune levels were affected, and the remaining 70 affected cases have different symptoms, and even the locations of the lesions are different.

For example, some people's nervous system activity suddenly increased by 200%, and some people's minds have degenerated to the level of infants. There are also people who have a finger growing from their shoulder - but this kind of reaction is easier to solve, just amputation.

As for the more stubborn tissue growth, such as an amputation and then growth, or simply a serious disease in the original limb, other medical treatments are needed.

Not only the researchers from the Alliance were amazed at this situation, but also the researchers from the Yunjian Province. They all had a look of surprise on their faces and whispered to other researchers beside them.

"Unbelievable..."

"It is composed entirely of proteins and nucleic acids, but it also exhibits the characteristics of life-like activity... Can this thing be considered a virus?"

"I don't recommend this name... I have never seen a virus that can show vital characteristics without the help of living cells. Misleading naming will interfere with subjective perceptions in our research."

"Whether that kind of movement can be considered a life-threatening activity is still controversial, but I agree with your statement. Alpha protozoa...how do you call it this?"

"...I have no objection."

"Like it."

This thing was brought back by the human flesh of Task Force Alpha, so there is nothing wrong with their code name.

…

After the short discussion, the clinical analysis report was finally taken out of the laboratory.

Heya handed the report to Chu Guang, who was waiting at the entrance of the laboratory, and briefly described the contents of the report in a way that he could understand.

"...To sum up, it is currently known that Alpha protozoa has high penetrability and can tamper with the genetic material of infected animals. According to the calculation results, at least the physical attribute must reach at least 20 points to be completely exempt from infection."

"20 points of constitution?" Standing next to Chu Guang, Yang Kai frowned and asked in confusion, "What is that?"

Without answering the question directly, Heya turned her gaze to Chu Guang, asking him if he wanted to reveal it.

There is nothing to hide this kind of love.

Chu Guang said concisely and concisely.

"It is the alliance's physical examination index. We set the baseline value of each body function to 5. The meaning of 20 points of physical fitness is about 4 times the baseline metabolism and immune system operating efficiency... By the way, this is not something very special. Rigorous indicators are for reference only.”

However, 20 points of constitution can completely exempt you from the influence of Alpha Protozoa...

To be honest, the offensive ability of this thing is a bit weak.

In addition, the physical fitness of mutants is obviously over 20 points, and the physical fitness of those guys starts at level 20 or 30, so even if they are soaked in the environment of Alpha Protozoa, it will not be affected. There are still a large number of mutants on the Blood Mountain, and these mutants have extremely strong combat effectiveness and resilience. It is probably the Torch that helped them find other ways to evolve stably.

For example, take a big gulp of protozoan soup or something.

After listening to Chu Guang's explanation, Yang Kai probably understood what 20 points of physical fitness meant, and nodded thoughtfully.

"so it is."

Most of Task Force Alpha are ordinary people. As far as he knows, although those guys are equipped with some prosthetics, they have not strengthened the immune system any more.

Realizing this, his expression couldn't help but change slightly.

Good guy...

Isn't this being beaten to death? !

Not knowing what Yang Kai was thinking, Heya saw that the two of them had no doubts, so she continued.

"In addition, in tracing the origin of the Alpha protozoa, we speculate that it is the product of the mutant slime mold mother nest. It is currently uncertain whether their movements are controlled by the mother nest consciousness... but I personally prefer to believe that they and the spores It is also more of an unconscious diffusion, and the movement on a macro level is not affected by unified consciousness. "

After a pause, she continued.

"In order to facilitate research, we plan to name the suspected human brood in the Blood Mountain as the Alpha brood, and merge the Alpha protozoa project with it for research."

"It's up to you, just do whatever is convenient for you." Chu Guang nodded without asking the college for their opinion, and then asked the question he was most concerned about, "How transmissible is this virus? Is there any risk of spread?" ?”

"Don't worry about this for now. After all, they are not real viruses and do not replicate themselves like viruses. You can think of them as bullets installed on small missiles called spores."

It seemed that this statement was not rigorous enough, so Heya added another sentence after a pause.

"Of course, the premise is that there are no mutations. After all, the mother nest can evolve itself, not to mention that there are a group of madmen helping it."

Chu Guang, who was still a little confused when he heard the metaphor of missiles and missile heads, immediately understood the difference between alpha protozoa and spores.

If this kind of professional report needs to be interpreted by professionals.

"What about the cure?"

Hea said with a serious expression.

"If it is only a mild infection, the infected person can be cleared by his own immunity after leaving the infected area. But if the immune system is compromised and most stem cells are eroded, the infection will become irreversible. . At that point, the host will develop macroscopically visible mutations. Normal cells carrying the original DNA will react with errors that need to be cleared, and diseased cells that have been fused with the genetic material of Alpha Protozoa will become normal... You You can roughly understand it this way.”

"That is to say...are those guys completely hopeless?" Yang Kai looked at the door behind her with a complicated expression, not knowing what he was thinking.

"You can't say that."

He Ya's expression was slightly hesitant. She glanced at the academy researcher, then at Chu Guang, and continued after hesitating for a moment.

"According to our analysis, Xiaoyu's biophysical prosthesis can fight poison with poison. Theoretically, as long as the host still retains a little bit of original cells, it can use this as a blueprint to create corresponding mimetic replicas to replace them. Although the diseased limbs are different from the original body, the mimic body will still be quite different... So we still have to ask for their opinions on whether to use this treatment method. "

Moreover, Xiaoyu's biological prosthetics are currently only used on a small scale inside Vault 404. On the one hand, it is to facilitate observation of side effects, and on the other hand, it is to control risks and prevent widespread social controversy.

Whether it is a place other than the residents of Vault 404, the approval of Chu Guang himself, who is the manager of Vault 404, is required.

After understanding the inquiry in Heya's eyes, Chu Guang thought for a moment and then said.

"I have no objection, but Xiaoyu's biological prosthesis is still in the experimental stage, and all the consequences can only be borne by the experimenter himself."

Before the establishment of the slime community, the contracting parties had already conducted limited data exchange on topics related to slime mold research. Because the relevant data is public, the academy also has some understanding of Xiaoyu's characteristics, otherwise it would not be possible to leave such a large brood nest alone.

Therefore, there is no question of leaking or not leaking secrets. The harmless treatment plan of slime mold itself is the prerequisite for the establishment of the slime mold research community and its headquarters in Qingquan.

Faced with the option presented by Chu Guang, Yang Kai just thought for a moment and agreed without hesitation.

"...We have no objections here. As long as it can play a positive role in conquering the Alpha Brood on Blood Mountain, feel free to try."

He does not need to bear any psychological burden in making this kind of decision. After all, the survival of the students under the Science and Technology Committee is just a tool for the college to achieve its goals.

They have never concealed this fact, and those survivors who joined Task Force Alpha have long been aware of their fate.

Knowing that they had no chance to become researchers, they made the most rational choice. They deleted the part of their brain tissue that related to themselves very early, and voluntarily sacrificed themselves to become the "sub-entities" under the large collective of Task Force Alpha. ”, in exchange for a more decent living standard for themselves and their families, which is a relatively “hard life”.

This is just a transaction, and there is no price tag.

After becoming a member of Task Force Alpha, their bodies no longer belong to them. The will of their superiors is their will. Even if they die like bees, they will not have any complaints, at most when they die. Shows animal instinct and fear, but does not complain or hesitate too much.

Heya didn't know the inside story of the academy, so she couldn't help but feel a little hesitant about Yang Kai's decisive decision.

In her understanding, the patients and their families must at least be consulted.

But seeing Chu Guang nodding, she said nothing more.

After all, this is the result she expected, and it may not be a bad thing for the patients who participated in the experiment...

Watching Heya return to the isolation ward, Chu Guang looked at Yang Kai.

"You also heard that the situation on the Blood Mountain will be very difficult for your Alpha Task Force. I guess you will not use physical fitness as an important assessment criterion when selecting team members."

Yang Kai's brows twitched and he coughed.

"It's not a problem. Just replace the three-proof system with a full-proof system. As long as you don't breathe in the outside air, you won't be penetrated by that... alpha protozoa."

"Are you talking about bringing an oxygen tank?" Chu Guang said with a strange expression, "Wouldn't that be too bulky?"

And this thing can't be summoned from the front line immediately if you want it. It will take time to transport the equipment from the rear. If the college has not prepared similar equipment at all, it will still have to solve the problems of equipment research and development and production.

Chu Guang's original intention was to use someone else to attack the Blood Mountain position. Whether it was given to the Alliance or the Legion, it would be better than having the Alpha Task Force to face the "terrain penalty" and fight against the opponent in a place they were not good at.

However, Yang Kai had no intention of giving up.

If he backed down at this time, it would undoubtedly mean that he admitted that the academy was not in a good position.

Even if the friendly forces could understand their difficulties, it would not change the fact that the academy's prestige in the local community was damaged.

According to his understanding, the chief technology officer paid a lot of attention to the sticky body, even no less than Shelter 0. In other words, this is not a small problem that can be ignored.

Rather than giving up, he would rather let Task Force Alpha try again.

Anyway, those people were not his disciples, and he didn’t even know their names. If these guys tried their best and couldn’t take down the position, it would be a problem of their lack of ability. He couldn’t blame them. On oneself.

After some weighing, Yang Kai suddenly raised his head and uttered something that made Chu Guang stunned.

"...If all members are vaccinated with that biological prosthetic body, won't there be no problem of being infected by Alpha Protozoa?"

"Theoretically... I don't know." Chu Guang looked at him in slight shock, as if he was looking at a madman.

Even if the player can be resurrected, he has never encouraged the players to try to install a tentacle on themselves. After all, that thing does not have side effects, such as the healed wound will turn into a small feather fruiting body, etc.

This guy doesn't care.

"Then give it a try!"

Turning his gaze to the isolation ward where the door was closed, Yang Kai seemed to be comforting himself and said with an indifferent expression.

"They have nothing to go to anyway."