Aberration Classes

**Aberration Classes,** denoted by **WC-1,** are a structured classification system that assesses and stratifies anomalies, entities, or phenomena within this unique universe. These designations, varying from **Iota** to **Tau,** are instrumental in swiftly understanding a given anomaly's containment difficulty and potential threat level. This classification scheme enables operatives and researchers to implement tailored containment protocols and response strategies for each distinct class, ensuring the safety and security of the organization.

# Containment Designations

**Iota**-designated anomalies, falling within the lower spectrum of our classification system, present relatively manageable attributes and pose minimal threats. Their containment typically adheres to well-documented procedures and exhibits generally understood or easily predicted properties. While still deserving of careful attention, anomalies of this classification often serve as accessible subjects for research and contribute valuable insights into the broader tapestry of enigmatic phenomena encountered within our universe.

**Rho**-designated anomalies are more challenging to properly contain due to their unpredictable nature and limited understanding of their anomalous properties. Consequently, extensive monitoring and experimentation are required to develop effective containment methods and better understand the anomaly.

**Sigma**-designated anomalies necessitate extensive containment measures, continuous monitoring, and allocating all available Institute resources for proper confinement. This classification is exclusively reserved for anomalies that challenge scientific comprehension, making it difficult to devise any definitive containment methods.

**Tau**-designated anomalies defy all known containment methods. This classification is specifically reserved for anomalies capable of instigating cataclysmic events or posing an existential threat to humanity. May providence be with you should you ever encounter these entities.

# Secondary Designations

**Secondary designations** are classifications assigned to anomalies that do not conform to the criteria of the preceding four categories (i.e., Containment Designations).

* **Deduced (DE)** anomalies are phenomena that were initially considered anomalous. However, with the progress of mainstream science, advancements have provided plausible explanations for their once-perceived anomalous properties.

* **Nullified (NU)** anomalies have ceased all anomalous properties, either accidentally or intentionally.

* **Viability (VI)**-designated anomalies serve to either contain other APD objects or contribute to the Institute in various ways.

# Threat Designations

Amber-designated anomalies are classified as low-risk, presenting minimal threat or potential harm. They require basic monitoring and can be handled with standard safety protocols.

Crimson-designated anomalies represent a moderate level of danger, necessitating vigilant containment measures and careful monitoring.

Lavender-designated anomalies have the potential to devastate entire populations or masses.

Black-designated anomalies can trigger apocalyptic events, presenting an imminent threat to the continuation of our world as we know it.