Strychnine

DragonSage's Divinity Project OC. Please don't plagiarize or copy.

Strychnine, the accidental host of Ophidian. Strychnine, the nearly killed. Strychnine, the newest and most naive host. Strychnine, slowly learning what it means to be cruel.

*This character is part of Fear's Divinity Project.*

## Description

> "*Unremarkable does not mean unthreatening. Her docile appearance is usually truth, but sometimes can conceal malicious intent. Approach with due caution.*"
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To an untrained observer's eyes, Subject 4293 is the furthest thing from impressive. Hollow horns and needle-thin claws and teeth, nonexistent muscles, extremely small size, no fire or tail barb, and a complete and utter shyness and cowardice. Such an observer may wonder why 4293 was not disposed of long ago, as a quick scrutiny would deem the hybrid designated Strychnine a drain of resources not worth the effort to keep.

Such an observer would be horribly, painfully inaccurate in their assessment.

4293 is long and flexible, far beyond the draconic parameters of agility and flexibility. One might say her movements and mannerisms are better fitted to a snake than a dragon. Her body type is more RainWing than SandWing, as her features are delicate and slender rather than tough and streamlined. Strangely, she lacks the height of either of her parent tribes. Nowhere near the height of a SandWing, but far shorter than even the most malnourished RainWing. This gives her an almost childlike aspect, though it is inadvisable to be taken in by this, as the subject knows full well how easily her size can lower others' defenses, and has played up this aspect of her appearance to her benefit more times than can be counted.

Her reptilian aspects do not end there, as her equally long neck leads to a serpentine head, outfitted with golden brown cone-shaped horns and matching head tails that grant her a sort of sixth sense in an increased sensitivity to vibrations. Round, golden eyes work in tandem with those external sensory organs, able to detect moving figures up to three hundred feet away. Her teeth and claws are fragile yet impossibly sharp, small enough to cause unnoticeable wounds yet keen enough to pierce even the toughest of barriers. One prick is all it takes, as her natural weapons contain enough toxin to finish off almost any opponent, though said toxin varies in type and amount depending on how cruel the subject is feeling towards her target. Rarely does the subject put more than one dose of the same poison into play, preferring to put a different venom in each tooth and claw.

Her scales err more towards SandWing genetically, possessing the signature diamond shape of a desert dragon. Said scales are able to shift between gold, white, cream, brown, and tan, though she seems to prefer a pale tan tabby pattern. She does like to experiment with scale colors, however, and will often shift to more intricate designs when in a happier mood. Such patterns have included tortoiseshell, merle, ombre, houndstooth, calico, and several others that the scientists have yet to name. It has been noted that as of late, the subject seems to take more and more pleasure in confusing the scientists.

Though unable to shift her scales to shades other than the aforementioned colors, she is able to move completely silently when she wishes to, short and elliptical wings folding easily to her sides.

The subject possesses both the traditional SandWing sail and a RainWing ruff. Both are a very pale brown trimmed with cream, and the ruff is noticeably smaller than that of a pure-blooded RainWing. Oddly, the ruff does not seem to interfere with the extrasensory organs, as 4293 is able to flare the ruff with little difficulty despite its position between the hollow horns and head tails.

Subject 4293, designate Strychnine, is not to be underestimated. Though her demeanor is placid, her large assortment of extremely effective natural weapons, her innate manipulation of and immunity to poison, and her enhanced senses and stealth prove that we must be ready to terminate at any time. No hesitation. No quarter. Ophidian would give none to us.

## Personality

> "*Quiet, patient, and observant. All qualities that may prove a problem if we do not take appropriate measures to counteract them.*"
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Subject 4923 is generally shy and very self conscious, and it will often try to hide under or behind something when confronted with a new dragon that it sees as a threat. This is lessened when with other experiments, though will increase if the atmosphere becomes hostile.

She is not very social, and has shied away from social interactions in the past. That being said, she has formed several connections with certain experiments, which goes to show that she may let down her walls if she feels that she can trust someone. She is not overly skilled at conversation, but that does not prevent many attempts. A notable trait is that she always seems to know things no one has made her aware of. This is perhaps a deliberate attempt to unsettle others, and has been seen used to varying effect on several scientists. She also will not leave a room until she has inspected everything inside it.

She lacks assertiveness, with one or more scientists describing her as a "borderline doormat". This may be because of her lack of strength compared to most other experiments, or it may be due to her aversion to combat. When one or more subjects are in a room along with her, she usually defers to their wishes, unless said wishes are extremely violent or may bring down retribution on others. In such a case, the subject will usually vacate the premises, or attempt to hide if that is impossible.

She is unwilling to severely injure or kill other experiments, even if her disobedience means punishment. Similar to several other experiments, she is protective of others, willing to submit to awful things if that means others are not hurt. However, this protective streak is viewed as laughable by some scientists, as Subject 4923 is among the weakest experiments, being an accidental one, and thus not able to protect as well as she thinks she can.

Subject 4923 is remarkably patient, able to deal with hours of waiting and irritating situations near perfectly. However, she does have a temper, and while it takes a lot to make her angry, no one wants to be there when she loses her patience.

The subject has shown a strong distaste for blood and gore, experiencing bouts of nausea when witnessing large amounts of one or both of those things. Strangely enough, this does not extend to victims of her poisons, as she has stared each victim in the eyes as they expire.

She is also willing to show due to the dead, a trait no scientist has shown her. We are fearful of where she may have picked this up. In any case, whenever the subject kills, she covers the dead dragon in poisonous flowers. Attempts to dissuade this habit have been difficult, as plucking deadly flora off of every single inch of a corpse is a task no scientist or grunt really wants to spend hours doing.

Her flowers are very precious to her, and she is willing to fight to defend them. There is a standing order not to touch the subject's plants, or to go near her garden, and any violators of said order are to be left to her devices. This agreement was reached through many deaths and several mutilations, not to mention the fact that no one actually knows what is in said garden. No one who emerges from it has been willing to say what they found.

Overall, Subject 4923, designate Strychnine, is far more difficult to deal with than the more aggressive or powerful experiments. Those experiments are blunt about what they want and predictable in their ways, save for a select few. Strychnine, however, keeps her true feelings close to her chest, and has been perfectly willing to cooperate with the scientists on the surface. One wonders what she isn't showing us.

Further Writings

What is below is not public knowledge to the scientists.
While what is listed above can correctly summarize Strychnine's inner thoughts, there are several things that she has not made aware to the scientists.

First, she knows that she was an accident, having overheard much about her unorthodox creation. As such, she also knows that she was nearly killed at the moment of her conception, and is unsure why the scientists didn't finish the job. Thus, she wants to escape before her captors decide to change their minds about keeping her alive.

Secondly, she knows that she is far from the strongest experiment, so escaping on her own is an impossibility. Because of this, she is attempting to make allies among her fellow experiments, though her general shyness and fear of the stronger and more aggressive experiments make this a difficult task.

Finally, and most worryingly of all, she is willing to do anything to escape. Strychnine knows that what she does, has done, and will do goes against what is left of her moral code. She knows that if the scientists ever find this out about her, she will die messily and painfully at the hands of their Executioner. She knows that she is becoming cruel and cold, something she swore she would never be. Yet she can't stop herself. Whatever is out there has to be better than a sure death in here. It has to be. Otherwise she's damned herself for nothing..

## History

> "*4923 was an accident. That is all that is known for certain. Some whisper it was a divine accident, and that Ophidian will kill them all if they harm the subject. Some say it was a simple mistake on the part of the scientists, one that should be rectified at the earliest opportunity. As of yet, no one is aware of the full truth behind Strychnine's creation.*"
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WIP

old stuff, don't look

## Introduction

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## Background Information

 === **Creator** ===

NS, given to DragonSage1331

 === **Main Attribute** ===

watchful, hidden anger

 === **Elemental Attribute** ===

quicksand

 === **Theme Animal** ===

dragonbite (30%),
inland taipan (25%),komodo dragon (15%),other snakes (15%),desert plants (10%),other (5%)

 === **Theme Color** ===

tan, seafoam green

 === **Theme Song** ===

Castle-Halsey

## Character Information

 === **Age** ===

18 [human]

 === **Gender** ===

none; female donor

 === **Orientation** ===

likes dragonesses

 === **Occupation** ===

lab experiment

 === **Tribe** ===

SandWing

 === **Goal** ===

find out all she can about Project Divinity, try to befriend other experiments, keep up a shy facade, eventual escape

 === **Likes** ===

heat, small groups, its "friends", bright light, sand, places to hide, sandcastles, quiet, music, singing, scrolls and books

 === **Dislikes** ===

cold temperatures, large groups, open and sterile spaces, testing, blunt force, moving heavy objects, being provoked into fighting, sensory deprivation, pain, loud sounds, bright colors, the scientists, being used

 === **Powers and abilities** ===

adapted to extreme heat, lack of food and water, immune to all toxins, not adapted to cold temperatures, strength tests, being in the open with nowhere to hide

 === **Weapons** ===

tail

 === **Ships** ===

open

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## Summary

*Did not turn out as expected.*
**ID**: 4293

**"Name"**: Lasher

**Donor Sex**: female

**Donor Tribe**: SandWing (90%), RainWing (10%)

**Added DNA**: dragonbite viper (30%), inland taipan (25%), komodo dragon (15%), other snakes (15%), desert plants (10%), other (5%)

**Purpose**: desert ambush & reconnaissance, poison replication & immunity

**Warnings**: DO NOT APPROACH ALONE. ALWAYS HAVE FELLOW EXPERIMENT NEARBY.

**Other Notes**: formerly mediocre, unclear how much of a threat it poses now

## Appearance

*Generally unremarkable in all areas.*
4293 possesses a very long and flexible body with intense countershading. It can shift its scale color between between golds, browns, and whites, but seems to prefer a pale tan.

It can also adjust its scales to be pointed outwards in a defensive position like thousands of minuscule spines. Its scales are sharp and barbed when extended, and are meant for injecting poison. They can also fire off these scales like poisoned bullets. These scales are also bulletproof and can withstand most types of lethal force.

It is extremely agile, with a snakelike body that can easily burrow in sand and dirt. Even while burrowing, it makes very little noise, and on solid ground it can be absolutely silent in motion, a useful skill for its design. Its wings are short and elliptical, meant for making tight maneuvers in small spaces. These wings also aid in burrowing. In build it is extremely lean and toned.

Its eyes typically shift between shades of red, yellow, and green, although appears to dislike it when it has red eyes.

It has short claws and teeth, with two long, foldable fangs. Its tail is extremely powerful and is equipped with an extremely efficient tail barb. When angered, it points the barb at whatever is arousing its ire, an effective intimidation tactic for a project that seems so shy.

## Personality

*Give it hell. See how it reacts.*
4293 is generally shy and very self-conscious, and it will often try to hide under or behind something when confronted with a new dragon that it sees as a threat. This is lessened when with other experiments, though will increase if the atmosphere becomes hostile.

It is generally not very aggressive, but when it is provoked its poison is extremely potent. It only uses attack as a last resort, preferring to defuse conflict if at all possible. If that fails, it is far more willing to utilize intimidation and unsaid threats than to proceed directly to physical combat.

With scientists, however, this code of behavior is slowly shifting. It is far more willing to snap at them than it was before, and has shown increasing disregard for the rules imposed upon it.

Though it will spar upon request, it does so reluctantly. It is very fearful of certain experiments regardless. It is also the same way with being tested. Depending on the subject, the fear may dissipate over time.

It is unwilling to severely injure or kill other experiments, even if its disobedience means punishment. Similar to several other experiments, it is protective of others, willing to submit to awful things if it means others are not hurt. Astonishingly, it has even formed bonds with some of our scientists, though the strength of those connections is questionable in light of its newly discovered temper.

It is generally relaxed and easy going when they are comfortable in the presence of another creature, though this response is only observed with select few organisms. Even when relaxed, it has been observed that its eyes are always fixed on something. When in the presence of a creature it dislikes or does not know, it is decidedly more tense, rarely making eye contact and twitching its tail. This has become more pronounced when the creature is a scientist.

While it does not seek out social interactions, when met with one it will not shy away. It is not overly skilled at conversation, but that does not prevent many attempts. A notable trait is that it always seems to know things no one has made it aware of. This is perhaps a deliberate attempt to unsettle others, and has been seen used to varying effect on several scientists. It also will not leave a room until it has inspected everything inside it. Scientists disagree on whether this is a genetic quirk detrimental to an experiment meant for speed and silence, or a behavior developed by the experiment itself.

It seems to enjoy singing, and the tunes vary from wordless notes to whatever it has been able to glean from any scientists or caretakers. While it does have a excellent voice, several of the scientists have complained about the hours it chooses to sing at.

It also shows an interest in scrolls and books, particularly old myths and legends. Occasionally, it will smile while reading scrolls involving revenge, which is troubling.

It has no hunting instinct whatsoever, and will not harm another organism unless directly commanded to, which is quite problematic considering its purpose. We are in the process of devising conditioning for it, and if the attempts are unsuccessful, 4293 will likely be put to death.

UPDATE:

It has been observed by several of our members that it has developed a temper, which is concerning. Words overheard by a scientist include "sick of being used", "don't want to do this anymore", and "they should be afraid of me." This same scientist characterized its silence as malicious, and noted that it did not break eye contact the entire time he was in its presence. When it noticed the scientist's unease, 4239 grinned. In light of this new information, we must ask ourselves this. Is what we know about 4293 entirely true? Or is it much smarter than it seems?

## History

*We may give 4293 up soon.*
4293 was created through test-tube introduction and modification.

It contains the genetics of many types of reptiles, plants, and a few other creatures. It is relatively stable which is why there are so few tries on 4293's number.

Its creation was relatively orthodox and overall it is nothing of note compared to the other subjects, as it was only a "success" in the moment of its creation by the most mediocre of definitions.

However, that is quickly changing as it grows up quickly and it is not conforming to its purpose or any useful purpose, so its success percentage may be re-evaluated soon. Its need for information may pose a problem, considering that it does not seem to abandon its desire even when punished for it. Its newfound temper is also concerning, and must be dealt with before it develops any further. There are enough subjects that pose problems already. The addition of another would be inexcusable.

Overall 4293 is efficient but could use more touching up and conditioning, which is currently in the works of being critiqued and processed. Punishment for outbursts is already in effect, but only time will tell if it is successful.

Hopefully the new methods work or we will have to scrap 4293 and try again, which is most regrettable considering the only flaws of the experiment are behavioral.

UPDATE: 4293's conditioning has had an adverse effect. The punishments and experimentation with its psyche has added fuel to its new temper. When a scientist, upon being asked, told it that it was likely to be in here for the rest of its life, its reaction was unexpectedly violent. The scientist's body was found hours later, having being shoved to a corner of its chamber. The corpse displayed unmistakable signs of being stabbed with the subject's tail. From now on, no one is to go into 4239's chamber alone.

## Abilities

*Has no hunting instincts.*

**Agility**
4239 is extremely flexible, able to squeeze through incredibly tight spaces and dodge multiple attacks with little effort. Although its skill in avoiding attacks is notable, it has been seen translated into offensive capability on occasion, often when in the heat of battle. It can strike with its tail from almost any angle, even when flat on its back, and wriggle out of a crushing grip to counterattack in seconds. It would be beneficial to us to see if the offensive agility it has displayed can be taken a step further.

**Burrowing**

4239's innate ability to dig deep into sand has been heightened, with its skill expanding to other related substances. Among them are dirt, mud, silt, and gravel. It is unable to burrow into ice, its sensitivity to cold and the tensile strength of the substance proving an impassable challenge. However, its speed at burrowing into other substances and an unerring sense of direction while below the surface prove this capability to be worthwhile.

**Force-resistant**
If 4239 cannot dodge a blow, that is not usually a problem for it. Its scales have incredible tensile strength, able to stop bullets and other attacks that would prove fatal to a normal dragon. Testing has proven the durability of its scales to be immense, able to shrug off fire breath, frostbreath, RainWing venom, claws, teeth, and tails. The capabilities its scales possess do not extend to its lungs, and drowning, inhaled gas, and loss of breath have been used to great effect on it.
**Poison Replication & Immunity**
The most dangerous thing about 4239 is its abilities relating to poison. It can replicate any poison it has seen used, which includes RainWing venom, SandWing venom, cyanide, phosgene, prussic acid, dragonbite viper venom, and many others. It can replicate up to three different poisons at the same time, and seven one after the other. After that point, it will require rest before it can use the ability again. The amount it can replicate depends on its energy levels, fatigue, emotional state, and if it has had food or water. At its peak, it created a lake of poison that filled an entire room, which required the better part of three days to clean up.

4239 is also immune to what it creates, which was discovered through days of intensive tests. Corrosion, nerve damage, and other such effects are nonexistent, and when examined, the poisons were found to have exited its system at a rate far surpassing any venomous creature ever documented. Poisons it has not replicated have the same result, even when introduced in amounts that would kill a normal dragon many times over.

**Low Metabolism**

4239's metabolism has been altered, allowing it to survive without food and water for extremely long periods of time. Its upper limit has not yet been discovered, but it showed no discomfort after five days. It can also skip meals with no ill effects, and does not require more food to make up for the meal it missed.

## Relationships

*Considering a Kill Order by 7613.*
[**1166**]: 4239 has been seen looking at this subject for long periods of time, perhaps a manifestation of its attraction towards the same sex. Tests have confirmed its immunity to 1166's venom, although it is still reluctant to spar with the subject. *RP to develop this section further*

[**1907**]: 4239 has not had much contact with this subject, although on the one instance that they met it appeared unnerved by its distance from others, but also concerned by its suicidal tendencies. It is cold to scientists who refer to 1907 as a "he", possibly because of its own orientation. *RP to develop this section further*

[**1914**]: 4239 is fearful of this subject's aggressive behavior, yet is aware that it has not hurt any other experiments. It is likely that it is more concerned with reprisals for 1914's actions that it is for its own safety. *RP to develop this section further*

[**2809**]: 4239 is curious about this subject, having never met it outside of a single sparring session. It is impressed by 2809's intelligence. Through testing, it has been confirmed that 4239 is unable to be killed by 2809's poison, although it is still able to cause it immense pain. It becomes uneasy when it plans to kill other experiments, even though those plans are brief. As of yet, it has not formed a definitive judgment on 2809. *RP to develop this section further*

[**3166**]: 4239 has also looked at this subject for long periods of time. It does not seem wary of its mental abilities, unlike some other experiments. It has expressed a desire for scrolls and books after learning that 3166 possessed some in her chamber. *RP to develop this section further*

[**6174**]: 4239 is keenly interested in this subject's determination, and possesses a degree of respect towards it. It is also aware of 6174's relationship with 2809, and seems to radiate approval when the two are seen together. When the subject develops an infection, it will not fight 6174 until the infection is healed. *RP to develop this section further*

[**6549**]: 4239 is amicable with this subject, seeming to appreciate 6549's protective instincts. It has made others keenly aware of its disapproval towards the methods used to keep 6549 in line. *RP to develop this section further*

[**7613**]: 4239 displays a healthy fear of this subject, understandably reluctant to participate in sparring or any activities with it that could prove dangerous. However, it appears interested at 7613's difficulties with scientists, and observes its skills and combat prowess whenever it is given the chance. The subject does not seem to know of 4239's interest, which will prove useful if the kill order is ever confirmed. *RP to develop this section further*

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Sebecus: 4239 is kind towards this subject, and is patient with it when it is shy. Though it does not know PSL, it does its best to let 8926 know that it means no harm. It is willing to give it physical contact, although it seems wary of 8926's large size compared to its small frame. *RP to develop this section further*

[**9402**]: 4239 is aware of this subject's lack of social skills, and has expressed a desire to help 9402 with social interaction. *RP to develop this section further*

## 4293

### **Theme Animal**

dragonbite (30%),inland taipan (25%),komodo dragon (15%),other snakes (15%),desert plants (10%),other (5%)

## Character Information

### **Goal**

find out all she can about Project Divinity, try to befriend other experiments, keep up a shy facade, eventual escape

### **Likes**

heat, small groups, its "friends", bright light, sand, places to hide, sandcastles, quiet, music, singing, scrolls and books

### **Dislikes**

cold temperatures, large groups, open and sterile spaces, testing, blunt force, moving heavy objects, being provoked into fighting, sensory deprivation, pain, loud sounds, bright colors, the scientists, being used

### **Powers and abilities**

adapted to extreme heat, lack of food and water, immune to all toxins, not adapted to cold temperatures, strength tests, being in the open with nowhere to hide

### **Ships**

open

*Break it. Push it so far it will lose everything that makes it **weak**.*