The collective name for cloned Nepleslian by the Nepleslian Reds coined in YE 36 to further distinguish themselves from the rest of Nepleslia. Artificial Nepleslians are more genetically engineered compared to most Nepleslians, fulfilling dual civilian/military roles.

After the Fall of Kennewes, the Nepleslian Reds found themselves on worlds offered by the Yamatai Star Empire (Fujiko and Rufusland). With few surviving from the Greens' offensive, the Reds turned to their age-old policy of cloning to rectify that situation with one main problem: the lack of Uesureyan Flash Cloning technology. While the Reds did manage to bring some cloning vats with them, a new method of cloning would be required. By YE 31, Nepleslian Research and Manufacturing realized that nanotechnology would be the solution. Using a combination of nanites and genetic engineering to facilitate allowing nanites to take charge of much of the quick manufacturing of cells, these clones came to be known as Artificial Nepleslians.

In YE 46, an influx of artificial nepleslians (both new and old) enlisted into the Star Army of Yamatai. With the Star Army of Yamatai engaged in the Third Mishhuvurthyar War, many saw it as the opportunity to utilize their natural desire for combat. It was also a ploy by Fujiko Development Corporation to gain a wider set of skills for the Reds not involving just hiring retired SAoY personnel as instructors and advisors. The FDC would have to wait until YE 49 at least to see any fruits from that effort.

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Externally, Artificial Nepleslians do not differ at all from their “Standard” Nepleslian cousins. However when looking at their genetics and internally, there are a number of differences that can be discovered. Splitting away from the mainlain genetic stock of the Nepleslians of the Democratic Imperium of Nepleslia, the Reds have taken painstaking measures to ensure there is an extremely low rate of undesired mutations that would result in the creation of Mutants. But they still differ from humans before the introduction of alien DNA due to the presence of 1 to 4 extra artificial chromosomes.

Another key difference detectable only internally is a residual presence of nanotechnology due to their nature of being entirely manufactured. To emulate flash cloning to the best of their ability, nanites are used during their creation to facilitate exponential growth (and death) of cells starting from a zygote, to a fetus, to an infant, and all the way to an adult human with all the stages of growth naturals undergo. Genetic engineering also plays a key pary in allowing the body to function while undergoing hypergrowth within Genesis Bioforge. But a lot of residual nanites' hives in charge of helping and regulating the immune system remain. While not granting a huge boost to their immune systems, rejection rates for nanite augmentations such as Homeostatic Nanomachines have a reduced percentage, but rates of rejection for simple cybernetic arms is gradually increasing among the population.

The following generations of Artificial Nepleslians are listed below:

• Gen 1 Clones: Pre-YE 36 Standard Nepleslians
• Gen 2 Clones: Post YE 36 Artificial Nepleslians (tailored genetic augmentations to a general role)
• Gen 2.5 Clones: Lily Type Artificial Nepleslian (integrated augmentations, experienced artificial childhood, personality matrix, usable by infomorphs)

One last key difference is all Artificial Nepleslians are designed to be sterile at birth. Sexual organs work as they should, but male gametes do not carry any genetic material within them. Females contain half the number of immature gamates compared to naturals to convert the “empty” follicles into into nanite hives that produce progesterone and nanites that help lessen the effects of non-pregnancy by recycling the uterine lining. The process can be reversed with nanites/carrier virus carrying the “key coding” to unlock the ability to reproduce. In such situations, the nanite hives can also possibly produce caretaker nanites if programmed to.

The Nepleslian Reds, initially drawing from the genetic pool of Nepleslia, encompass a wide range of ethnic groups that have been formed their own phenotypes for cloning.

• Baseline Nepleslian
  • Solterran Descent (similar to South American/Hispanic/Latino)
  • Atlantican Descent (akin to African-American)
  • Pacifian Descent (paralleling Asian-American)
  • Equinian Descent (comparable to Native American/Indigenous)
  • Meridian Descent (reflecting European-American)
  • Orientalian Descent (analogous to Middle Eastern-American)
  • Auroran Descent (mirroring mixed-race/multiracial Americans)
• Lianjia
  • Core Lianjia (Chinese)
  • Mutrari Lianjia (Latin American)
  • Sardinian Lianjia (Italian/Romanian)
  • Abd Bahadi (Turkish/Arab)
• Hanyadi (Ethiopian)

Since YE 36, the Nepleslian Reds have developed various types of artificial Nepleslians, each tailored for specific roles and environments. These types reflect the Reds' strategic focus on creating a versatile and adaptive population:

• Raijin Type Artificial Nepleslian: Designed for heavy labor and combat roles, Raijin Types are characterized by their enhanced physical strength and endurance. They are suited for tasks requiring significant physical power, such as traditional mining or heavy weapons operation.
• Athena/Tenjin Type Artificial Nepleslian: Athena Types are optimized for strategic thinking and leadership roles. They possess enhanced cognitive abilities, making them ideal for positions as strategists, planners, and advisors.
• Freya Type Artificial Nepleslian: Created to foster community and social cohesion, Freya Types are equipped with heightened empathy and interpersonal skills. They often take on roles that require a high degree of social interaction and coordination.

• Ame-no-Uzume Type Artificial Nepleslian: Known for their positive and energetic personalities, Ame-no-Uzume Types are often found in morale-boosting roles like entertainers or psychological therapists.
• Vishnu Type Artificial Nepleslian: These types are tailored for medical and support roles, featuring a heightened immune response and rapid healing capabilities, making them effective as medics and caregivers.
• Hermes Type Artificial Nepleslian: Hermes Types are agile and quick-thinking, ideal for roles that require swift movement and adaptability, such as messengers or explorers.

• Artemis/Orion Type Artificial Nepleslian: Specialized for survival in wilderness and rural environments, these types excel in scouting and marksmanship, adept at navigating and thriving in challenging terrains.
• Quetzalcoatl Type Artificial Nepleslian: Focused on leadership and diplomacy, Quetzalcoatl Types are known for their problem-solving and strategic thinking skills, often serving as diplomats and community leaders

The development of Artificial Nepleslians by the Nepleslian Reds has led to the inception of several ancillary projects, further diversifying their capabilities and contributions to the Kikyo Sector:

• Lily Type Artificial Nepleslian: An offshoot project focused on colonization and civil development. Lily Types are engineered for adaptability and resilience, playing crucial roles in both workforce and community building on new worlds.
• Environmental Adaptation Studies: Ongoing research into optimizing Artificial Nepleslians for diverse environments, beyond the initial focus on Fujiko IV. These studies aim to create types that can thrive in a range of planetary conditions, furthering the Reds' expansion and colonization efforts.

Demibear created this article on 2023/11/16 23:24.

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