THE SHINOBI PROJECT
by Tap-Chan
Disclaimer: Kishimoto owns Naruto
Prologue: Konoha Eugenics Programme
Prototype # 0 Entry 240608
Subject appears healthy and responding to stimulus. I believe it will not be long now before we release said subject for further experimentation. The accelaration process does not appear to have affected its genetic structure negatively, however further observation may be required before a firm conclusion can be reached. If all goes well, release and integration of subject with its biological unit will commence on schedule tomorrow.
Prototype # 1 Entry 281127
It is unfortunate that P# 1 is a total dismal failure despite all our attempts to correct its genome. We are still unsure why this error has occured, even with the advent of our selective genetic engineering. Perhaps we can only write this off as a fluke or perhaps the genetic material said subject was produced from was of inferior/contaminated stock. Even as I record this last entry on P# 1, we have begun the release and integration procedure to a suitable family unit as there is nothing more that can be done. This has been a huge setback as well as a huge delay with the subject's late release as compared to P# 2 and P# 3. Termination of all this subject's genetic code from our data storage will eliminate any more future faults.
Prototype # 2 Entry 280309
This will be the last entry on P# 2 as subject approaches final stages of release. Though there are doubts on such an early release, I do not believe any more improvement can be made by our scientists, on the subject's genetic structure without causing undue damage. The success we have had in P# 2's improved aim and hand and eye co-ordination will be undoubtedly second only to P# 3's enhanced eyesight. Our success here will surely benefit future units or at least further our research into creating the enhanced genome we are envisioning. However observation of the subject's integration with society will have to be carefully monitored before we proceed with the release of P# 3.
Prototype # 3 Entry 280703
Final entry for P# 3 in regards to its release and integration with the subject's biological unit. Following the success of P# 2's release and integration with society, we have concluded it will be safe to release current subject for experimentation. Barring Prototype # 0, P# 3 is far superior in its genetic structure and subsequent abilities in comparison to the recently released P# 2 and the yet to be released P# 1- who is still incapcitated due to errors in its genome. With the success of P# 0, P# 2 and P# 3 as genetic models, we will proceed officially as soon as the delay with P# 1 has been resolved.
Unit # 1 Entry 291227
This is the first official entry on U# 1 as we have successfully recreated a close as possible healthy replica of P# 3. Number 1 will have the same enhanced eyesight as P# 3. However, due to the fact of gender difference, we expect a divergence in comparison to the results we have so far gleaned from P# 3. We look forward to U# 1's upcoming developement.
Unit # 2 Entry 290501
First official entry, U# 2 has displayed promising results with this genetic material we have combined. While U# 2's genetic enhancement is not exactly visually pleasing, there will be undoubtedly a use for such a skill in Konoha's organization. However, bone density and blood circulatory system will have to be increased to support the added mass. Further observation and experimentation will be required.
Unit # 3 Entry 290922
Official first entry, subject has finally displayed a response to the stimulus introduced to it. We had almost given U# 3 up for failure and termination if not for the latest result said stimulus displayed. This subject will be particularly tricky and more observation will be required as the last result displayed immense clarity of perception and brain activity measuring at a range of 200. However, we are puzzled as to why no response was forth coming before in the previous tests. We may perhaps need to devise a whole new testing method for this particular unit. Perhaps more thought will be needed before pursuing this particular genetic strain combination in future units.
Unit # 4 Entry 290923
First official entry, U# 4 has responded well to stimulus and displays a unique mental capability. The subject's physical structure however will need tweaking as it is severely inferior to its mental abilities. A decision however has yet to be reached whether or not such manipulation will be required as this unit could be useful in other aspects that do not require physical strength. At the moment, Number 4 seems as if it will develope into a visually pleasing subject in accordance to the subject's biological unit. This will most likely be useful for the role that is most likely to be assigned to it.
Unit # 5 Entry 290707
Official first entry for U# 5, subject's vitals are stable and appears to be in good health. Its growth is proceeding normally despite our mistake in fusing animal DNA to its genetic structure. Judging by the subject's test results, we estimate this particular subject will have vastly improved smell, hearing and reflexes. I expect a study into the mutations of U# 5 will be of great use to other subjects in this project. More observation and tests must be done to confirm this.
Unit # 6 Entry 290123
First entry for subject U# 6, its growth rate has far exceeded the other subjects in this early stage of the project and has already begun reacting to outside stimulus. We believe this result is a reaction to the introduction of the 'Kikai' DNA to the subject's genome. It is fortunate no symptom of rejection has appeared yet, however further observation is needed before a conclusion can be reached. However if all goes well, U# 6 may very well be superior to his own natural born biological unit.
Unit # 7 Entry 290328
First official entry, subject U# 7 has begun responding to stimulus with rapid progress however at this point, we do not find anything particularly outstanding with this particular specimen. While not a failure, the genetics chosen for this subject has hardly yielded any of the results we expected especially when its code was modified in an attempt to simulate the abilities of one of the early experiments in eugenics. Perhaps time is needed for the genome to mature and progress in developement of the subject's abilities aside from the minor mutation to U# 7's hair.
Unit # 8 Entry 290723
First entry for subject U# 8, growth proceeding at a rapid rate and response to stimulus is well-balanced. We have very high hopes for this subject as a unit derived from the results of Prototype # 0. However we have decided to forgo the acceleration process and instead we have combined genetic material from the subject's early biological relatives. While we are unsure what results this combination will yield, we look forward to its developement. Currently, tests have already determined U# 8 will possess superior speed and reflexes to the other eight units. What other abilities it may manifest has yet to be determined.
Unit # 9 Entry 291010
First official entry for U# 9 whose place here is unique being a natural born of one of the subjects of the original project. Everybody looks forward to the results this particular subject will yield as its existence is nothing short of spectacular. Number 9 is responding well to the treatment so far and has already survived the fusing of the experimental DNA into its genetic structure despite being natural born before its inclusion into this project. It is unknown whether or not whatever abilities it may or may not have inherited, will be affected by this addition. If this subject survives and matures, it will be given the codename of 'Kyuubi'. Observation will tell if this unit was worth the effort used to obtain it.
Konoha Genetics Institute
Leaf Division
310420
It was a normal day in Konoha, normal for a secluded building far from the main city. Normal, until a sudden explosion rocked the building's foundations. At that unexpected attack, the scientists that had been milling about in the laboratory began initiating emergency procedures regarding their work despite the sounds of more explosions being set off. As the last blast door sealed shut, another loud explosion shook the building filling the room with smoke and dust, equiptment and test tubes fell, the sprinkler system activating at the sudden detection of smoke. Many scientists screamed and shouted in surprise and fear as what used to be the main door was in pieces and the wall a pile of rubble. As the smoke cleared, it was plain to see the masked men dressed in black and silver with bone white armor that rushed into the room their weapons trained on the men and women in the practically demolished room. There was little doubt on who these people were.
ANBU.
The Konoha government's special hit squad.
The head scientist trembled slightly but did not back down.
"What is the meaning of this! Even if you guys are ANBU, that does not give you the right to invade this facility! We are running very delicate experiments here."
"And the nature of these experiments have long been abandoned in Konoha. Even by me" came a low voice in the back of the ANBU group.
The scientist turned to look at the man who had spoken.
The ANBU who had spoken took a step forward, his hand pulling the ANBU mask off his face, revealing long white spiky hair and facial tattoos. The man shook out his hair before turning his head to face the shocked scientist. He glared, sending a shiver to run through the frightened man.
"It is you who should be explaining the meaning of this, Yashamaru."
The scientist took a step back in fear. "Jiraiya-sama..."
"Well? What is your explanation? Why are you running an illegal project not sanctioned by Konoha's Hokage? "
"Wh-what? But Jiraiya-sama... w-we recieved notice in the year 27 that we were to pick up on this project-"
"Do NOT lie, Yashamaru. Remember who I am. I know for a fact that Konoha's Eugenics Programme has been defunct for about five years now. It was abandoned along with the Genome Project. That was in the year 26."
"B-But..."
Another loud explosion shook the building, cutting the conversation as a large chunk of the ceiling collapsed. "What the hell-? Weren't all the charges detonated! And I specifically stated that they were only to be set on this level of the building complex." shouted Jiraiya as he dodged another falling chunk of concrete.
The ANBU themselves were avoiding the falling debris. An ANBU with a cat mask answered Jiraiya's query. "They should have all been detonated but apparently that is not the case, Jiraiya-sama. Someone must have set them on the wrong level and forgot to set the timer properly."
When the explosions finally stopped, the room was no more. Rubble littered the floor and many of the ANBU were injured. The scientists were all either dead or nearly there as almost all were buried by the falling concrete. Jiraiya surveyed the area and cursed to himself. There was no way the ANBU that had followed him would have made such a mistake.
But before he could further question the mishap, the explosions had revealed the hidden blast proof chamber. The room that housed the augmented subjects of the project. Jiraiya stared at the row of tubes in awe and horror. Nine of the fogged tubes were occupied with small bodies within, floating suspended in an emerald green solution. Judging by the size of the children, they looked to be about at least a year or more old.
"Jiraiya-sama, we have requested back-up and already the few who are uninjured have gone to scout the rest of the build-" started the ANBU before his gaze rested on the tubes. "By the Founders... are those-?"
"Yes. They're the ones we came to find and free. Go wait for the back-up, Cat. I will access the data on these nine while we wait for specialists to extract them from the tubes."
The cat ANBU bowed. "Yes, Jiraiya-sama."
As Jiraiya walked towards the blinking computer terminal, one of the occupants in one of the tubes caught his eye. Pausing, he walked towards it and wiped at the fogged glass. The metal plate at the tube's base labelled this occupant as Unit # 9.
Jiraiya's eyes widened at the sight that met his gaze.
A small male child with pale hair floating in the liquid was suspended in the tube, an oxygen mask and wires connected to his little body. Each cheek had three striped birth marks making the child look as if he had whiskers.
"My God... Naruto." whispered Jiraiya.
To be continued...
Next Chapter: The Twelve
12/08/08
Revised:02/07/10