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Research Lab Hydra is a room in the Glacier One complex of the Phendrana Drifts explored by Samus during the events of Metroid Prime.

Description[]

On entry, a Force Field blocks off most of the room; this can be deactivated by scanning an Interface Module to the right. This opens up the lower floor of the lab, which contains multiple Xenome Containment Units, and piles of crates and computer screens off to the sides. On this floor, there are four Pirate Data entries for the Log Book. Three Space Pirates are there to attack Samus.

To reach the upper levels, Samus must activate the elevator on the far side of the room by scanning another panel. Here, walkways lead up to higher platforms, with Space Pirates on the way, some dropping from the ceiling. At the top, there are more computer screens with another Log Book entry, crates, another Space Pirate and an Auto Defense Turret.

Once the Thermal Visor has been collected, the room is dark. A stasis tank at each of the top and the bottom of the room contains a Metroid and the Space Pirates are replaced by Shadow Pirates.

The top floor features a cylindrical structure made of Cordite containing a Missile Expansion inside. It must be destroyed with a Super Missile to gain the expansion.

A Chomper Fish can be seen on a metal "table" in the second level of the room, presumably as an experiment or meal for a Pirate.

Connecting rooms[]

Inhabitants[]

Research Lab Hydra

The lower floor, with its Space Pirates and stasis tanks

Before Thermal Visor[]

With Thermal Visor[]

Items[]

Missile Expansion
Destroy the Cordite column with a Super Missile. The Missile Expansion lies within.

Scans[]

Phendrana Drifts Screenshot (126)

Chasm in the centre of the ground floor.

Force Field
"This Force Field blocks the entrance. Something nearby must be able to deactivate it."
Interface Module
"Access to Research Lab Hydra granted."
Computer screen
"Specimen 070 >> Optimal absorption mutation has led to unexpected degeneration of internal organs."
Column
"Cordite casing of column appears weak."
Computer screen
"Daily decontamination is now required for all personnel working in Lab Aether."
Glacial Wastes
"Log 10.664.2
Research outpost Glacier One in the Phendrana Drifts region of Tallon IV's mountains is operating at 85% capacity. Sub-zero temperatures have made the Metroids sluggish and easy to control, even those well into Phazon-infusion cycles. Cold-containment stasis tanks are sufficient for the juveniles, but some of the larger Metroids have been moved to quarantined caves for safety purposes. Security doors remain an issue, as malfunctions due to ice occur every day. Large predators in the wastes are also a concern, as they continue to kill personnel and breach secure areas. Unfortunately, it has become clear that our containment teams cannot neutralize all of them without a vast increase in munitions and soldiers."
Computer screen
"Tissue samples from stasis tanks must be hand-carried to Lab Hydra for analysis. Notify security of all material moves."
Diagram
"Viral pathogens found in several Xenomes have been traced to Phazon batch 1664.Z. Terminate all subjects."
Diagram
"Strain 776-V has been successfully replicated. We have named it Strain Vertigo. Mutation of Beta Xenomes proceeding."
Diagram
"Warning: Do not handle sedated Xenomes without proper ice containment equipment."
Diagram
"Xenome behavioral patterns show decreased reflex activity at temperatures below freezing."
Diagram
"Phazon batch 1734.D shows mandible mutations across all subjects. Cross infusion with batch 1622.G recommended."
Diagram
"Mutation strain 776-V shows massive absorption capacity influx. Strain replication is now under way."
Computer screen
"Prep work on all empty stasis tanks must be completed before specimen batch Y arrives on 12.312.2."
Computer screen
"Transfer of Specimen 344 to Lab Hydra complete. Further infusion suspended pending security assessment."
Empty Xenome Containment Unit
"Stasis tank operational but currently empty."
Panel
"Ice Beetle infestation in Ice Vault region has been 95% exterminated. Report any sightings to security immediately."
Panel
"Stasis tanks operating at 40% capacity. Temperature regulation errors have been rectified as of 12.112.4."
Panel
"Access to Research Lab Aether limited to Team Sclera only. Personnel bound for Holo-observatory must use West Elevator."
Computer screen
"Increased acidity levels recorded in Phazon amniotic bath. This is likely a side effect of Phazon ingestion by test subjects."
Computer screen
"Phazon fluid bath levels at 70%. Checking diagnostics per procedure 12.003.8."
Computer screen (NTSC only)
"Upper stasis tanks online. Phazon drip lines secure."
Parasite Larva
"Log 10.515.8
Our initial tests exposing Tallon IV’s indigenous parasites to Phazon appear to be successful. Increases in strength, size and aggressiveness are common in all test subjects, as well as unforeseen evolutions like additional poison sacs within the abdomen and the appearance of a second ring of mandibles in several subjects. These creatures were chosen because of their resilience, and it appears possible that, given enough exposure to Phazon, they may one day be able to survive on any planet we transport them to. Our methods will have to be refined; we currently have a 100% extinction rate after the fourth infusion period, and most survivors of the third infusion stage are so violent and uncontrollable that they have to be euthanized. Even still, we remain hopeful that further experimentation will result in success."
Computer screen
"Specimen 043 >> Decreased vital signs. Cold damping appears stable."
Computer screen
"Specimen 029 >> Life signs normal. Pulse at 140%, mass increase of 4%."
Computer screen
"Specimen 102 >> Increased volatility recorded. Predator awareness indicated even in cold stasis."
Computer Screen
"Specimen 002 >> Euthanized 12.091.4 after psychotic episode. Scheduled for removal."
Phazon Analysis (Gamecube version)
"Log 10.344.8
We have codified the newfound energy source as Phazon, a V-index mutagen of which we have very little reliable data. Indications point to a meteor of unknown origin impacting approximately 20 years ago, expelling Phazon into the environment. This material appears to possess lifelike characteristics, mutating organic life-forms strong enough to withstand its poison. These mutations appear promising, with abrupt evolutionary leaps appearing in single-generation reproduction. Plans to establish a full Science Team on Tallon IV are being finalized."
Phazon Analysis (Trilogy version)
"Log 10.344.8
We have codified the newfound energy source as Phazon, a V-index mutagen of which we have very little reliable data. Indications point to a meteor of unknown origin expelling Phazon into the environment. This material appears to possess the power to mutate organic life-forms sufficiently to withstand its poison. These mutations appear promising, with abrupt evolutionary leaps appearing in single-generation reproduction. Plans to establish a full Science Team on Tallon IV are being finalized."
Mining Status
"Mining operations have begun near the crater where Phazon appears to be more concentrated. Daily Phazon yields have increased 44%, and our mining system becomes more streamlined as personnel and equipment flows increase. Several incidents of Phazon induced madness have been reported, prompting augmented life-support regulations in the deeper chambers. Symptoms include loss of equilibrium, erratic respiration, muscle spasms, and in the most extreme cases, hallucinations. A timeline reassessment for the refinery operation is recommended, as the material proves more unstable than initial analysis indicated."
Computer screen
"Xenome S-a is undergoing relocation to Lab Hydra. Subject's transfer ordered after a pronounced increase in aberrant behavior. Security clearance ADR-13."
Security Breaches
"Most terraforming and retrofitting of security checkpoints on Tallon IV is complete, but we continue to research the alarming epidemic of breaches by local creatures. Door records show no unauthorized entries, so we must presume the creatures are either slipping in undetected during daily personnel moves or else finding their way through subterranean tunnels. We have found many small breaches of the latter sort and plug them whenever we can, but it is unlikely that we will ever achieve full extermination within our current timetable."
Computer screen
"Phazon infusion within central energy core of Xenome S-a is at 70% saturation. Increased dosage appears viable."
Interface Module
"Elevator operational.
Please step into the hologram."
Elevator hologram
"Platform active."

Unused[]

Unused scans in this room have been found through datamining of Metroid Prime Remastered.

Temporary scan

Empty stasis tank used for biological specimens.
Latent radiation readings indicate specimen was highly irradiated before removal.

Temporary scan

Empty stasis tank used for biological specimens.
Faint radiation readings indicate tank has been empty for some time.

Temporary scan

Empty stasis tank used for biological specimens.
Scarified glass indicates subject perished violently in tank and was recently removed.

Temporary scan

Orpheon impact site confirmed at heading mark 22.10.09. All medical crews report immediately.

Temporary scan

Phazon Infusion Stage 5
Subject Xenome F-c >> Cold damping is becoming ineffective. Keep subject sedated at all times.

Temporary scan

Upper stasis tanks online. Phazon drip lines secure.

Etymology[]

In Greek mythology, a hydra was a multi-headed serpentlike beast dwelling in the waters, that was the guardian of the Underworld. For each head cut off it grew two more, until Hercules used a torch to burn each head, allowing him to kill the creature.

Trivia[]

  • Page 39 of Metroid Prime and Metroid Fusion: Prima's Official Strategy Guide misspells the room's name as "Research Lab Hydro".
  • After the Thermal Visor has been obtained, the lights go out. At this point, when entering the room from above, the stasis tank with the Tallon Metroid can be destroyed with a Missile. When this is done, the Metroid will kill the Space Pirates at the bottom first, before coming up and attacking Samus. This is an effective way to clear them out, and then Samus can simply kill the Metroid or escape it.
  • There is an unused layer in this room, "3rd pass Enemy - Elite", which spawned an Elite Pirate. This likely would have occurred on a third visit to the room, after Samus had encountered the monstrous Pirates in the Phazon Mines. Elites are also present on unused layers in Research Entrance and Control Tower.
  • Save Station B contains a Pirate information panel that when scanned, says: "All ballistics support personnel report to Research Lab Hydra. Lockdown containment plan 3A is in effect until further notice." This may indicate that a Metroid broke out of containment at one point, and had to be tranquilized or put down.

Gallery[]

Rooms in Metroid Prime
Frigate Orpheon Exterior Docking HangarMain Docking BayAir LockDeck Alpha Access HallEmergency Evacuation AreaDeck Alpha Umbilical HallMap FacilityConnection Elevator to Deck BetaDeck Beta Conduit HallBiotech Research Area 1Deck Beta Security HallBiohazard ContainmentDeck Beta Transit HallCargo Freight Lift to Deck GammaReactor Core Entrance
Save StationReactor Core

Deck Gamma Monitor HallConnection Elevator to Deck BetaSubventilation Shaft Section ASubventilation Shaft Section BMain Ventilation Shaft Section AMain Ventilation Shaft Section BMain Ventilation Shaft Section CMain Ventilation Shaft Section DMain Ventilation Shaft Section EMain Ventilation Shaft Section FBiotech Research Area 2Connection Elevator to Deck AlphaDeck Alpha Mech Shaft

Tallon Overworld Landing SiteCanyon CavernTallon CanyonTransport Tunnel ATransport to Chozo Ruins WestRoot TunnelRoot CaveArbor ChamberTransport Tunnel BTransport to Magmoor Caverns EastGullyAlcoveWaterfall Cavern

Temple HallTemple Security StationTemple LobbyArtifact Temple


Frigate Crash SiteOvergrown CavernTransport Tunnel CTransport to Chozo Ruins EastFrigate Access TunnelMain Ventilation Shaft Section CMain Ventilation Shaft Section BMain Ventilation Shaft Section AReactor CoreReactor AccessSave StationCargo Freight Lift to Deck GammaDeck Beta Transit HallBiohazard ContainmentDeck Beta Security HallBiotech Research Area 1Deck Beta Conduit HallConnection Elevator to Deck BetaHydro Access Tunnel


Great Tree HallGreat Tree ChamberTransport to Chozo Ruins SouthTransport Tunnel DTransport Tunnel ETransport to Phazon Mines EastLife Grove TunnelLife Grove

Chozo Ruins Transport to Tallon Overworld NorthRuins EntranceMain PlazaNursery AccessEyon TunnelRuined NurserySave Station 1North AtriumRuined GalleryMap StationTotem AccessHive TotemTransport Access NorthTransport to Magmoor Caverns NorthVault AccessVaultPlaza AccessRuined Shrine AccessRuined ShrineTower of Light AccessTower of LightTower ChamberRuined Fountain AccessRuined FountainMeditation FountainMagma PoolTraining Chamber AccessTraining ChamberPiston TunnelArboretum AccessSunchamber LobbySunchamber AccessSunchamberSun Tower AccessSun Tower

ArboretumGathering Hall AccessGathering HallSave Station 2Watery Hall AccessWatery HallDynamo AccessDynamoEast AtriumEnergy Core AccessEnergy CoreBurn Dome AccessBurn DomeWest Furnace Access


FurnaceEast Furnace AccessCrossway Access WestCrosswayCrossway Access SouthElder Hall AccessHall of the EldersElder ChamberReflecting Pool AccessReflecting PoolAntechamberSave Station 3Transport to Tallon Overworld EastTransport Access SouthTransport to Tallon Overworld South

Magmoor Caverns Transport to Chozo Ruins NorthBurning TrailSave Station Magmoor ALake TunnelLava LakePit TunnelTriclops PitStorage CavernMonitor TunnelMonitor StationTransport Tunnel ATransport to Phendrana Drifts NorthWarrior ShrineShore TunnelFiery ShoresTransport Tunnel BTransport to Tallon Overworld West

Twin Fires TunnelTwin FiresNorth Core TunnelGeothermal CorePlasma ProcessingSouth Core TunnelMagmoor WorkstationWorkstation TunnelTransport Tunnel CTransport to Phendrana Drifts SouthSave Station Magmoor BTransport to Phazon Mines West

Phendrana Drifts Transport to Magmoor Caverns WestShoreline EntrancePhendrana ShorelinesSave Station BIce Ruins AccessIce Ruins EastPlaza WalkwayRuins EntrywayIce Ruins WestCanyon EntrywayPhendrana CanyonTemple EntrywayChozo Ice TempleChapel TunnelChapel of the Elders

Courtyard EntrywayRuined CourtyardSave Station ASpecimen StorageResearch EntranceMap StationHydra Lab EntrywayResearch Lab HydraObservatory AccessObservatorySave Station DWest Tower EntranceWest TowerControl TowerEast TowerAether Lab EntrywayResearch Lab AetherResearch Core AccessResearch CoreQuarantine AccessNorth Quarantine TunnelQuarantine CaveQuarantine MonitorSouth Quarantine TunnelTransport to Magmoor Caverns South


Transport AccessFrozen PikePike AccessFrost Cave AccessFrost CaveSave Station CUpper Edge TunnelPhendrana's EdgeStorage CaveSecurity CaveLower Edge TunnelHunter CaveLake TunnelGravity ChamberChamber AccessHunter Cave Access

Phazon Mines Transport to Tallon Overworld SouthQuarry AccessMain QuarrySave Station Mines ASecurity Access AMine Security StationSecurity Access BStorage Depot AElite ResearchResearch AccessOre ProcessingElevator Access AElevator AStorage Depot BWaste Disposal

Elite Control AccessElite ControlMaintenance TunnelVentilation ShaftControl RoomOmega ResearchMap Station MinesDynamo AccessCentral DynamoSave Station Mines BQuarantine Access AMetroid Quarantine AElevator Access BElevator B


Fungal Hall AccessFungal Hall APhazon Mining TunnelFungal Hall BMissile Station MinesQuarantine Access BMetroid Quarantine BSave Station Mines CElite Quarters AccessElite QuartersProcessing Center AccessPhazon Processing CenterTransport AccessTransport to Magmoor Caverns South

Impact Crater Crater Entry PointCrater Tunnel APhazon CoreCrater Missile StationCrater Tunnel BPhazon Infusion ChamberSubchamber OneSubchamber TwoSubchamber ThreeSubchamber FourSubchamber FiveMetroid Prime Lair
Unused Engine RoomReactor Room
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