Meld

"The Meld is a horrific reminder that some secrets were meant to remain buried. Its capacity to rewrite biology is both fascinating and terrifying. We're racing against time to understand and contain this nightmare."
— Dr. Elara Vex, Lead Researcher, Vapula Xenobiology Initiative

An Ancient Bioweapon, We Think

The Meld's origins are shrouded in mystery, but evidence suggests it was created in the biotechnology labs of the X'Cess. Theories abound: was it a failed experiment, a deliberate attempt at biological reengineering, or a desperate bid for survival? Whatever its purpose, the Meld's release has unleashed havoc on Vapula. Its unique properties have sparked heated debates among scientists, with some speculating that this microorganism may have been designed to merge disparate organisms, potentially creating new, hybrid life forms. The only real hint is the vulnerability of the endstate victims to not just mental but phyical manipulation by Redspace Adversarial Intelligences.

Aggressive Disease

The Meld's infectious mechanism is swift and ruthless. Upon contact, the microorganism infiltrates host cells, hijacking organelles to construct cysts and tumors resembling siphonophores. Initial symptoms include excruciating pain, debilitation, and grotesque tissue growth. As the disease progresses, infected areas merge, forming amorphous, writhing masses. The Meld's ultimate goal appears to be enveloping and assimilating living organisms, creating immobile, screaming pyramids of flesh and bone. The speed and ferocity of this process have left medical teams reeling.

Prognosis

Treatment options are limited and time-sensitive. Amputation of infected areas is crucial, but often insufficient. Cryogenic freezing arrests the Meld's spread, providing a narrow window for medical intervention. Radiation treatments and targeted nanite purges offer the best chance of success, but even these measures are no guarantee. The prognosis is grim: without prompt treatment, victims are doomed to become one of the Meld's twisted, collective entities. Researchers race against the clock to unravel the Meld's secrets, desperate to prevent further outbreaks and contain this ancient, biotechnological terror.