Project Helix
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Project Helix is the code name Space Pirates gave a program that involved fusing Phazon with Space Pirate DNA. Based on previous experiments with Phazon, the Space Pirates believed that they were now ready to combine the element with their DNA. Based on their studies, the Space Pirates believed that with the help of Phazon, they could create radical new Pirate genomes. However, benevolent mutation levels were high in current test subjects and "Phazon madness" was a concern, though they concluded refinements in the infusion process should reduce the odds of mental degeneration.[1]
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[edit] Beginnings
The initial experiments were with Space Pirate embryos. By combining Phazon with their DNA, the Space Pirates were hoping to create an elite unit of Space Pirates, known as 'Elite Pirates'. However, the results were disastrous. The Phazon-infusion process degenerated brain tissue even as it augmented muscle mass. None of the Elite Pirates lived to maturity; the few that survived their infanthood suffered severe psychotic breakdowns as juveniles, causing them to kill anything they saw.[2]
[edit] Breakthrough
Eventually, research by team Sclera made a breakthrough, in which parasite studies with a Phazon strain code-named 'Vertigo' were very successful. The Space Pirates then fused Vertigo Phazon with Space Pirate DNA, with great success. Elite Pirates began to reach maturity and became ready for field testing and training.[2]
As their experiments continued, the Space Pirates believed that Elite Pirates would create a new era of Space Pirate dominance. They based this due to their resistant to damage and their ability to transport and wield many weapons at once. Although they knew their slow speed would be a draw-back, they still believed the Elite Pirates would be unstoppable. With a platoon of Phazon Elite Pirates in the vanguard of an army of normal and Flying Pirates, the Space Pirates believed they would be near-indestructible.[3]
[edit] Destruction
Once Samus Aran landed on Tallon IV and halted Space Pirate operations on the planet, the project was cancelled due to the destruction of the labs in Phendrana Drifts and the Phazon Mines.
[edit] References
- ^ Space Pirate Data "Phazon Infusion": Confidence is high regarding Phazon applications. We know enough about Phazon now to begin combining it with Space Pirate DNA. The code name for this venture will be 'Project Helix'. Preliminary studies indicate that Phazon infusion could produce radical new Pirate genomes. Benevolent mutation levels are high in current test subjects. Phazon madness is a concern, but refinements in the infusion process should reduce or neutralize the odds of mental degeneration. Retro Studios. Metroid Prime. Nintendo. English. 2002-11-15.
- ^ a b Space Pirate Data "Elite Pirates": Initial Project Helix experiments with Space Pirate embryos were disastrous. The Phazon-infusion process degenerated brain tissue even as it augmented muscle mass. None of what we have termed 'Elite Pirates' lived to maturity: the few that survived their infanthood suffered severe psychotic breakdowns as juveniles, killing anything within their zone of perception. Research from team Sclera made a recent breakthrough, in which parasite studies with a Phazon strain code-named 'Vertigo' were highly successful. Since then, we have fused Vertigo Phazon with Space Pirate DNA with great success. The latest batch of Elite Pirates have reached maturity successfully and are ready for field testing and training. Retro Studios. Metroid Prime. Nintendo. English. 2002-11-15.
- ^ Space Pirate Data "Special Forces": As we continue to observe the development of Project Helix's Elite Pirates, it becomes increasingly obvious that these warriors will usher in a new era of Space Pirate dominance. They are incredibly resistant to damage, and their ability to transport and wield so many weapons at once makes them the ideal mainstays of our ground forces. Though they are not as quick as typical Pirates, it makes little difference. With a platoon of Phazon Elite Pirates in the vanguard of an army of normal and Flying Pirates, we will have a near-indestructible backbone that should turn the tide in any engagement. Retro Studios. Metroid Prime. Nintendo. English. 2002-11-15.
