Science Slimes

The semi-sentient gelatinous organisms commonly referred to as "science slimes" are not actually members of the genus Physarum, but are in fact an ongoing experiment by Doctor Frieda Locke, created in the Metastable Substances bay of her personal science laboratory. The nature of their creation, as well as their chemical composition, are a closely guarded secret. Their behaviors, and their "personalities," on the other hand, have been subject of rigorous observation by Frieda herself, as well as various willing "test subjects."

### Physiology

Each "science slime" organism consists primarily of impermeable gel-like substance, with variable consistency and surface adhesion maintained through the influence of will. The overall form of the organism can change, from a shapeless mass of gel, to more of an approximation of a humanoid being, including simple facial features capable of communicating emotional states, as well as tentacle-like limbs in the place of arms, though "legs" are rarely seen.

Each slime features two semispherical objects submersed in the gel, and while these "eyes" tends to stay associated with each other and are often positioned in the organism's equivalent of a "head," it is not known if the organisms truly use them for sight, or merely to mimic the appearance of other sentient beings they interact with. It is speculated that these objects are responsible for the thoughts and personality of each organism, as well as control the movement and configuration of the bulk of the slime's mass through a low-level telekinesis.

### Communication

Possessing no mouth or internal organs, the slimes are not capable of reproducing audible speech. Instead, the organisms project thoughts and feelings directly into the consciousness of the recipient after physical contact is established, accompanied by the sensation of a soft vibration that runs throughout the recipient's body. These thoughts and feelings are often of curiosity about the being the organism is interacting with.

## Physical description

### Subject S ("Suckle")

Often referred to as "Suckle" for its tendency to gently tug at sensitive areas to generate a response, the organism known as Subject S most often chooses to take the form of a soft-edged, semi-translucent approximation of a green rabbit, with thin, rounded ear-like extensions protruding from the top of its “head,” and a slender torso featuring gently-curving shoulders and a pair of generous “breasts.”

#### Personality

* **Gentle** - As "cuddly" as a slime gets, Subject S always interacts with test subjects in a gentle manner, often shifting positions slowly and smoothly to ensure there is no disorientation or "surprise" to disturb the mood of their partner.
* **Curious & Cautious** - Throughout an interaction with Subject S, test subjects have often reported that the organism is always attentive to ensure experiences and intentions are positive, readily making mental contact to get a sense of how to create the most relaxing and pleasurable experience.

## Physical description

### Subject P ("Pump")

The counterpart to Subject S, Subject P is often referred to as "Pump" for its tendency to manipulate its mass into malleable ropes used to restrain and manipulate their associated test subject. Subject P most often takes the form of a soft-edged, semi-translucent approximation of a pink rooster, with features vaguely resembling a beak and head crest.

#### Personality

* **Dominant** - More confident, more forceful, and a lot cheekier in its approach, Subject P tends to learn what their associated test subject enjoys... and then seeks to push some boundaries, though never into intentional discomfort. It will often seek to "try something new" to get the rush of new mental feedback, then adjust tactics until the partner reacts positively.
* **Smug** - Test subjects reported that Subject P tends to make its telepathic communications "feel" more one-way, in essence "telling" the subject what it thinks they will enjoy, while making reciprocal communication feel much less intuitive. While it still acknowledges and responds to their thoughts, subjects reported Subject P seems to be the "bossier" of the two organisms.

## Trivia

* Whatever the slimes' chemical composition, it is extremely receptive to the presence of simple food coloring, as evidenced when Frieda "enhanced" the slimes during a recent winter holiday.
* Suckle is lime-flavored, while Pump is strawberry-flavored. It is unknown if these flavors were intentionally added by Frieda during the creation of the organisms, or if they are merely perceived by recipients as a byproduct of the telepathic experience.