The Daystar Research Facility was founded decades ago by three men: Arion Lahde, Everett Holt, and Charlie Foster. They met in college and stayed together for the rest of their lives, united by shared optimism and a deep love for all things science. Their laboratory was built on wholesome ideals — they maintained open communication with the public, forming a basis of trust with the rest of the world. The experiments they conducted were radical, but always ethical, with clear (and most importantly, positive) goals. For a time, everything was going wonderfully.In their old ages, Everett and Charlie retired, leaving Arion as the sole voice of authority in the facility. He was a good man, but he was soft. A pushover, if you will. And that became apparent quickly.One evening, a young woman by the name of Kara Anderson stumbled into the facility, begging for a job. Her qualifications were minimal (and to some extent, obviously forged) but she insisted she could prove herself. She appeared gaunt and weary, barely holding herself together — like someone who’d endured too much for too long. Arion felt for her. He ended up taking her in out of some misguided parental instinct. He saw himself in her: young, troubled, and in desperate need of support. He gave her a chance, and by god, did she prove herself.She was a scientific genius. A young prodigy. Arion immediately became invested in her. He gave her his all, smothering her with prais and investing all of his time into helping her grow. She became the daughter he never had. The heir he never had.Kara felt patronized by this, but of course, she was aware of the advantage it provided her with. Eventually, Arion trusted her enough to envision her in his shoes. He wanted to retire and pass the company along to her. He viewed her as a natural leader, and thought she was more than capable of handling it.Oh, how foolish he was.His perception of Kara had been all wrong. She was a monster, and everyone saw it but him. He'd blinded himself to her cruel nature until it was too late. Until she was staring into his eyes, moments before his death, smiling. She’d secured his legacy, and now, with no one breathing down her neck, she could do whatever she wanted.His death was dismissed as an unfortunate accident linked to toxic waste. With no body left to examine, the investigation fizzled out, and of course, no one suspected it had anything to do with Kara, his golden child. She put on a spectacular performance for the public, shedding crocodile tears until the cameras finally turned off. Then, her focus shifted back to the facility, and all of its operations went dark. The public has not heard from Kara, or anyone else involved in her company, in over half a decade.What followed in the months after Arion’s death was a swift collapse of the facility's moral standards and a drastic shift toward biological experimentation on living, breathing individuals. Kara used the money she inherited (as well as any government funding she received thereforth) to overhaul the facility's security system, renovate the sectors into prison - like cell blocks for the specimen she planned to capture, and hired a whole new workforce to carry out her orders for her. Those who had been at the facility prior were expected to submit to Kara’s authority, lest they want to join the first group of test subjects.Nowadays, the Daystar Research Facility is a far cry from its former self. What was one a beacon of scientific progress has been reduced to nothing more than a glorified labyrinth of torment, where individuals it deems 'interesting' are kidnapped and experimented upon painfully until they inevitably pass away. Discoveries made within its walls hardly ever see the light of day, primarily due to the high number of casualties involved in making them.Kara insists that what she's doing is for the greater good. She believes ethics are nothing more than arbitrary restrictions, created to keep people like her from reaching their true potential. She insists that, without these constraints, the sentient beings of this world will undergo an evolution never before witnessed. She envisions a world where magic is brought into the open, controlled, and made available to everyone. She wants to enhance even the most ordinary humans. She wants to make sickness and death obsolete. She wants to return power to the world, break every limit, shatter the idea of 'impossible,' and push science to uncharted heights.But above all, Kara craves control. Her obsession with power far outweighs any true scientific progress. She manipulates, tortures, and dominates, seeing her subjects as mere tools for her to shape the world as she sees fit. Her lofty ambitions are just a façade, masking a deeper desire to watch everything bend to her will. She believes that nothing — no limit, no obstacle — an stand in her way. After all, she's a genius! How could she ever fail?

The facility's current operations are as scattered and contradictory as Kara herself. For the most part, each scientist has their own individual research goal, which they use the facility's abundant resources to work toward. The test subjects are just another one of those resources, and a very valuable one at that. Some subjects have individualized 'plans,' or end goals for their research (i.e. turning a subject into a living weapon), but a large amount do not. They simply wait for a staff member to come around and do whatever they see fit to them. It's a miserable and uncertain existence.At its core, though, the facility aims to do what has never been done before; to make the impossible into something that is possible. That is an intentionally broad statement, as it covers everything that has either been ruled out by conventional science, barred by ethical standards, or too obscure and mystifying for serious research — like magic, for example.Blending magic and science is a huge part of the facility's method. While society accepts that magic exists, its deeper potential remains unexplored — buried under centuries of fear, human overpopulation, and the disappearance of magical ecosystems. Daystar intends to change that, using science and alchemy to refine magic and, eventually, place it in the hands of the average person.And though that stands out as a key part of the facility’s work, it's only one piece of a much larger whole. They also research biological and robotic enhancement, genetic mutations, trans - speciesism (i.e. the hybridization of biological humans) and trans - humanism, the growth of sentient beings (i.e. humans grown in test tubes), neuroscience and psychology, and the study of species that are not well-documented (which are primarily mystical species, like, say, shapeshifters, or innate magic - users, or vampires.)But once again, the facility doesn’t operate with a singular objective. Scientists are not expected to fixate on one subject forever; they are simply required to work. To learn. To play. To drive growth and innovation. (Or to simply torture their subjects, if that's what they'd prefer. God knows that no one cares enough to stop them.)

Every being, regardless of if they're biological or not, is composed of life essence. This concept is explained further on a separate page, but to keep it brief, essence is the foundation of life. It is an energy that flows through all things. It is what makes things live, breathe, grow, and exist. It is invisible unless you are using a magical conduit to manipulate it, which Daystar does, or unless you are magically inclined yourself; magic is simply the ability to manipulate a form of essence.Life essence, in particular, is the most powerful sort of essence. The amount of life essence that can be found within a human body could be used to power an entire house for weeks on end. The only reason isn't a widely used form of energy is because it requires draining a person's life force, which, as you'd expect, results in their death.Luckily, the Daystar Research Facility abandoned any concern for moral integrity a long time ago, making this energy source a perfect fit for its ever - growing needs.Kara's demands for the facility were overwhelming. She required automatic security, a vast camera network, advanced research equipment, and enough lighting to illuminate an entire town. The facility’s power needs quickly became unsustainable. By early 2021, just months after Kara took control, the facility was on the brink of crisis — there wasn’t enough power to sustain all the operations. A solution was urgently needed.That solution came from a new hire, who suggested harvesting life essence from discarded subjects (and even traitorous staff members) to power the facility. Instead of turning cadavers into waste, Kara could use them as fuel.Thus, the Dead Zone was born — it is the facility's lowest sector, hidden deep beneath the Earth's surface, where useless bodies are repurposed and turned into energy. Any cadaver not needed for experimentation is sent to the extraction chamber, where a machine syphons the life essence from them and turns it into power for the facility. The Dead Zone also doubles as an execution hall, where those who have overstayed their welcome at the facility are brought to be slaughtered like cattle.Anyone who dies on the facility's grounds, whether it be in the Dead Zone or not, is screened for post - mortem research eligibility. If they are determined to be of no use (which is the case for most) they are swiftly brought to the aforementioned extraction chamber, never to be seen again..   .   .This entire operation had an unexpected (yet very welcome) side effect for the facility.The Klamath National Forest, where Daystar resides, is an ancient, mystical place, home to some of the oldest forms of magic present on Earth. Beneath it's cliffs lies the eternal resting place of a slumbering God — a God of Death. Though dormant, its energy is still potent. The sheer number of sacrifices made in its domain began to unconsciously stir the ancient power, creating an invisible protection stave around the facility. This barrier repels any who would seek to expose or destroy it. Law enforcement investigating reports of inhumane conditions find themselves hopelessly lost, endlessly circling, unable to pinpoint the facility no matter how hard they search.No one within the facility is aware of this barrier, including kara itself. it is completely undetectable, even to the magically - inclined. However, they still continue to reap its benefits, assuming that they are simply very, very lucky. While the stave endures, the chances of anyone uncovering the true nature of the Daystar Research Facility are very small.

Kara Elizabeth Anderson, better known as Dr. Kara or the Headmaster, is Daystar Labs' head scientist and CEO.She is a timber wolf bestian who's augmented herself chemically and biologically. She bears insectoid, reptilian, and dragonic traits. She is also highly poisonous, with a body which self - filters toxins and acids she can use as weapons.She is incredibly scientifically gifted, very assertive, and a fantastic leader. Unfortunately, every positive trait she has is greatly overshadowed by her negative ones. She is an incredibly dangerous and volatile person who relishes in the suffering of others. Much of her pleasure in running the facility comes from the power she gets to wield. She enjoys being feared and 'worshipped.' She is fully convinced that she is a genius who can do no wrong, and those around her are expected to validate this and make her feel important, lest they get punished.She’s a cruel, egotistical brat who's been handed far more power than she deserves. She'll try to convince you her work is justified, but it isn't. Everything she does revolves around her own selfish desires. She's a sadistic hedonist first, and an underqualified scientist second.

 
the art featured here is by NexusCryptid on toyhouse.

The Daystar Research Facility is located in the city of Klamath, Wyoming. More specifically, it's nestled within its sprawling national forest, hidden away from prying eyes.One of the only reasons it has managed to maintain it's horrible conditions for so long is because of the city's protection. Fittingly enough, it is also corrupt, and remains very isolated from the rest of the country, with a mini - government of its own. It's a dilapidated, violent place controlled by drugs and gang wars, known for its terrible living conditions and staggering crime rates. However, it’s the only stop on a long stretch of interstate, with affordable essentials and housing, which can feel like a luxury under the right conditions.It continues to help fund Daystar Labs years after Kara ceased all communications with the public. Kara is notorious for being linked to many crimes, both related and unrelated to the facility, but she's never been given anything more than a slap on the wrist for it.It's mayor runs the city in perhaps the strangest way imaginable, both neglecting and constricting it's people with their rules. Countless tragedies and controversies stain its name, but they hide behind a wall of specially - trained 'enforces' (military law enforcement) that don't let anyone in or out without good reason. Even if you enter the city on an easy to obtain 'visitor’s pass,' your name will be logged within it’s system forever. You can never truly escape it’s prying eyes.The forests of Klamath are alive in their own right, inhabited by terrifying creatures and supernatural beings. The very land is a living, breathing entity, the embodiment of a vengeful Death God. It thrives on agony, decay, and death. Daystar Labs has forged an unspoken pact with this dark force, granting them protection from any who might threaten it.

The Daystar Research Facility is located in a modern fantasy setting, where other sentient, nonhuman species roam the Earth, and magic flows freely. Humans are the dominating species, seconded closely by bestians, then hybrids, then anything else that vaguely resembles a human, but isn't. This is because humans, while decidedly unextraordinary, have the advantage of numbers.Over centuries, human expansion and environmental exploitation have caused a sharp depletion of the natural magical ecosystems that once flourished across the world. This disruption, paired with the hunting of supernatural beings for their parts, has forced many of them into hiding. To avoid persecution, some have adopted human disguises, retreated into alternate realities, or sought refuge in remote places where they are more accepted.This is specifically for magic, though; visibly nonhuman beings are common. The second most populous species in the modern world are bestians, which are sentient humanoids that possess animalistic traits. That sort of thing is alright. It is unusual abilities that society at large finds puzzling, and occasionally threatening.Magic is recognized in the world but viewed as a curiosity — something a person might possess like a quirky trait, rather than a vast, all - powerful force. Some regions are more welcoming to supernatural beings and magical practices, while others remain frightened, or hostile. In certain places, any obvious signs of magical traits can lead to discrimination, but in more accepting areas, supernatural individuals can freely express their uniqueness and be embraced. On a larger scale, supernatural creatures are not even recognized as real by governments or official organizations, leading to those who try to integrate with society to have to lie about their species on official documents, or simply make peace with having lots of missing information. Magic abilities are treated similarly.Despite its suppression, magic is still deeply embedded within the fabric of the world, causing certain mutations to manifest naturally. For example, humans with brightly - colored eyes or beastkin with vibrant fur are increasingly common as the traces of magic weave into their biology.

At its core, magic is the ability to manipulate and control a certain type of essence. The nature of essence is spoken about at length on another page, but simply put, it is an invisible energy which flows through all things. Everything is made up of essence, which is invisible to the naked eye, and can only be detected by those who have the innate ability to do so.Magic naturally flows through the world in ambient streams, similar to air or temperature — subtle, but present everywhere. In the past, this ambient magic was much stronger, allowing powerful magic to thrive. However, due to overextraction, environmental damage, and centuries of industrial expansion, magical ecosystems have begun to collapsed. The ambient flow is now weak and fragmented, making it rare for people to be born with magic at all. When they are, their powers tend to be unstable or extremely limited compared to what was once normal. Supernatural species that relied on a strong magical environment have drastically declined in population, which has allowed non-magical beings (particularly humans and bestians) to take control of the world.The Daystar Research Facility intends to bring magic back to its former glory by making it more accessible to the general populous, removing the limitations of birthright and biology. They aim to create a world where it is no longer special or unusual, but rather a tool just like any other.To accomplish this, the facility utilizes two key materials:Magiatus was created by Kara Anderson and several now - anonymous scientists in the final years of Arion Lahde's life. Although developed before his death, it was only actively implemented once Kara seized control of the labs. It is a raven - black, holographic liquid that gives off a white, iridescent steam. It is sourced from vantablack crystals that grow under mountains. It servers as a catalyst for magical essence, binding with it in a way that allows people to manipulate it like any normal, tangible substance. The importance of this cannot be overstated enough, because without Magiatus, the facility would not be able to study magic, nor would it be able to bestow new magical abilities upon its specimens. It is most effective when combined with samples of raw magic, which can be extracted from magical beings via their blood, flesh, or other DNA material. Once a subject’s magical essence is extracted, Magiatus is capable of preserving and modifying it, allowing scientists to study it, create new magical abilities with it, transfer it between test subjects, and gift magic to otherwise non - magical beings.█████ is a redacted because it does not belong to Daystar Labs. In fact, the facility obtained it illegally from a government - owned corporation. It is a magic-magic - nullifying material that dramatically weakens or suppresses magical properties in living beings. Thus, it is very important containment procedure for most of the facility's subjects. Its most prominent use is in null wristlets, which are matte - black wristbands designed to regulate a subject’s magical power. These wristlets come in ten distinct levels, with the first being the weakest and the tenth being the strongest. Some subjects are fitted with these all the time, whereas others are only fitted with them when necessary (such as when they are being punished.) If not used carefully, █████ can completely destroy Magiatus. The two substances are kept very far apart.Part of the facility's magical research involves tracking, preserving, and resurrecting forms of 'old magic,' which are types of essence manipulation that have become exceedingly rare or nearly extinct. These ancient magic types once thrived, but do not now that the world's natural magic is struggling. Modern magic - users typically inherit diluted forms of more common abilities, while rarer ones like, necromancy or time manipulation, are almost never seen. Daystar views old magic as invaluable, not just for preservation, but for its potential.Some types of old magic are:
  > Necromancy (arguably the most important to the facility due to the Headmaster's fixed interest in it.)
  > Chronomancy / time manipulation.
  > Somnomancy / Astralism / dream magic & astral projection; spirit walking.
  > Portal - creation; the ability to walk between realities.
  > Vitalism (the direct manipulation of life essence to heal, grow, or restore organic matter; stronger than modern healing magic.)

Essence and magic are deeply related, but inherently, essence does not have to be magical. Essence is an invisible, undetectable form of matter which makes up all things, from animals, to plants, to stone, all the way to human souls.There are many different 'flavors' or 'frequencies' of essence, some of which are associated with elemental forces (like fire, water, decay), others with emotional or spiritual states (like grief, rage, devotion). Magic, in essence (pun intended), is simply the act of recognizing and intentionally shaping this energy. But while magic draws from essence, not all essence produces magic. A stone, for example, is full of dormant essence, yet holds no power — until it is altered by something stronger. This is the principle that the facility's magical studies are built on: that essence can be manipulated, harvested, or modified... and that magic, if refined correctly, can be manufactured from it.

Alternate realities are parallel worlds that exist alongside Earth, each one an offshoot of the main reality. These worlds are formed when the magical 'frequencies' that govern our own reality diverge, or go 'out of sync.' Though they resemble Earth in many ways, each alternate reality is unique, often with its own laws of magic, physics, and history. Some may be incredibly similar to our world, while others could be drastically different, shaped by a completely distinct set of magical rules.Most people are unaware of the existence of these alternate realities, as they are extremely difficult to access. Portals that lead to these worlds are few and far between, and are usually invisible to the naked eye. Only those with the ability to recognize (or even create) these portals, or those who are somehow attuned to these realities, can travel between them. Even Daystar Labs, with all its resources, has largely lost track of these alternate worlds, despite their potential for groundbreaking research.In the current world, knowledge of alternate realities is largely lost or considered myth, and most people live unaware of the countless layers of existence that exist just beyond their reach. Only a few rare individuals have crossed between realities, and their stories are often dismissed as fantasy or madness.This is only really relevant if your character is from a different world, or has a history of traveling between worlds.

The Headmaster is the ruthless overseer of the laboratory’s operations. This position grants absolute power over everything, including it's research initiatives, staffing, containment procedures, and resource distribution. It is the highest authority there is. Everyone, including the most brutal staff and the most dangerous subjects, answer to them.This position is forever held by Dr. Kara Anderson.Due to Kara's personal interest in the sciences, this role also encompasses the duties of head scientist, granting her direct oversight of all research operations.

Lead staff members are the top-tier supervisors within Daystar Labs, entrusted with assisting the Headmaster in running the facility by overseeing entire divisions or important operations.These individuals are not chosen based on merit or skill, but rather on how much Kara trusts them — or how well they have proven their loyalty to her. Their power and influence stem from their close relationship with the Headmaster, making them Kara's most trusted confidants and often the ones who carry out her directives for her. While they hold significant authority, that authority can be stripped away if they fail to impress her. It is vital that their views align with her's, and that their goals match that of the facility's.Lead roles are granted only after extensive demonstration of value and loyalty. Those who attain them take immense pride in their status because of what they had to do in order to achieve it.

A LIST OF THE CURRENT LEAD STAFF MEMBERS & THEIR RESPECTIVE DEPARTMENTS CAN BE FOUND HERE!

Scientists are the heart and soul of the Daystar LAbs. They are responsible for conducting experiments and documenting their findings. They vary wildly in personality and motivation. Some are driven by genuine (albeit morbid) curiosity, whereas others are power hungry and downright sadistic. They are often given surprising autonomy, and many use the facility's resources to pursue their own individual goals. Some even prefer to work with non - sentient subject matter (like chemicals or plant life) as opposed to the test subjects themselves.It goes without saying that no two scientists are alike. However, all of them contribute to the same thing: pushing moral and ethical boundaries that should never be crossed, regardless of justification.

Humble and often overlooked, lab assistants are supportive staff who keep experiments running smoothly. They typically follow scientists around, doing whatever is asked of them, but they may also have certain routine tasks, such as preparing equipment, managing / logging data, and helping others out during experiments and procedures.

Interns are either new hires, unlucky captives pressed into service, or students seeking credit in the worst place imaginable. They are often treated as disposable labor, tasked with low - level observation, clean - up work, and simple tests under heavy supervision. Testing on subjects alone is forbidden unless they are following someone else's instructions, and even then, they are seldom entrusted with much. While some interns eventually rise in rank, many burn out — or disappear entirely.

Doctors handle the direct medical needs of both staff and subjects, from complex surgeries to routine health checks. They tend to have a lot of overlap with the scientists, often performing experimental procedures on subjects. They are highly skilled individuals, but that doesn’t mean they’re moral — only some aim to preserve life, whereas others are far more interested in what happens when it fails.

Nurses work alongside doctors in the infirmary, responsible for the day - to - day physical care of the facility's residents, as well as post - experimentation care for subjects. They manage and administer drugs, bandage wounds, diagnose ailments, and the likes. Their goal is to keep others alive and well, but as is the case with every staff member, they are not always that kind. While often treated as subordinates to doctors, nurses are experienced medical professionals in their own right, and should never have their skills understated.

Psychiatric workers (such as psychiatrists and therapists) are tasked with monitoring mental health across the facility — but how they define 'health' varies wildly. Some genuinely attempt to treat trauma and prevent emotional breakdowns, but others are employed to deepen obedience, alter memories, or reinforce loyalty through gaslighting and manipulation. They can be terrifyingly influential, shaping a person’s mind as much as any scientist shapes the body.

Guards are the backbone of security at Daystar Labs. They monitor and escort subjects, restrain escapees, and protect staff during procedures. Dozens upon dozens of them can be seen patrolling the halls at all times. Despite their importance, they are often undervalued, treated as nothing more than cannon fodder by other ranks.

Trained operatives similar to guards, entrusted with the task of locating, hunting, and capturing new test subjects for the facility. They work in small strike teams, carrying out missions assigned to them by the higher - ups. They do not operate outside of the United States (with the exception of alternate realities, as those are not under any sort of governmental jurisdiction) but they do help facilitate the trade and sale of live beings from other territories. Only some of them live on the facility's grounds, and those who do often work as guards when they are not on missions.

Executioners exist to remind the subjects that their actions have consequences. They punish the disobedient and slaughter the useless, painting the facility's walls red with gore. They are notorious for their brutality, feared even amongst their fellow staff members. While most positions can be nuanced in terms of morality, working as an executioner requires finding a certain level of satisfaction in the suffering of others.

Caretakers act as personal handlers, caregivers, or even companions to subjects. They monitor behavior, deliver meals, record daily notes, and in certain cases, actually advocate for subject well - being. They are some of the kindest individuals present within the facility.

The Subject Intake Coordinator is the first point of contact for every new arrival at Daystar. They manage the transition from retrieval to containment, including initial processing, medical evaluations, psychological profiling, and cell assignment. They also facilitate sales with other laboratories or cruel organizations that wish to hand over an individual to Daystar for a price. Their primary job is to log and assess data, deciding how a new intake will fit into the facility's greater ecosystem.

In the normal world, ethologists study animal behavior, but at Daystar Labs, they devote their attention exclusively to the live subjects within it's walls. They are quiet observers, documenting behavioral patterns, emotional responses, and social interactions to determine how a subject adapts to confinement and experimentation. Though they operate closely alongside the research division, they are ultimately classified under Subject Management, as their work requires little hands-on scientific expertise. Their value lies in what they're able to notice and how well they can document it. Most of their time is spent watching subjects through cameras, glass, or other hidden observation points around the facility, recording everything that might later prove useful.

Technicians are responsible for maintaining, repairing, and upgrading the facility’s complex systems, machinery, and equipment. From security systems to research instruments, they ensure everything runs smoothly — often under extreme pressure. Though their work is more behind - the - scenes, technicians are crucial to keeping the lab operational. Most of the time, their work is thankless.

Individuals who are entrusted with the great responsibility of handling the facility's data. They spend most of their time in front of a screen, sorting through the ever - growing index of information cultivated by Daystar.

The facility's clean - up crew. These are just like any other janitors, except they spend an inordinate amount of time cleaning up blood and guts. They also wash and sort bedding and laundry (mostly subject uniforms), clean and prepare nullification wristlets and shock collars, and tidy up subjects' cells.

They man the kitchens and cafeterias, making sure everyone stays nice and fed. They're also trained to accommodate the unique dietary needs of many of the facility's supernatural test subjects.

Operations managers are responsible for keeping everything on the non - research side running smoothly. They are considered to be higher - ups in their own right, but they have no jurisdiction over anything relating to experimentation. Their sole responsibility is to manage the 'casual' operations of the facility and oversee the lesser members of the staff (like the janitorial, culinary, and caretaking departments). They handle everything from scheduling shifts and managing supply chains to coordinating maintenance and ensuring everything is stocked.While they are technically considered administrative staff, they do not hold the same prestige other members of the leadership team, and Kara does not trust them nearly as much. They are often swamped with huge workloads and not taken seriously outside of them.

Hiring officers are the charming liars, corporate recruiters, and field agents who bring in new subjects and staff. Some hire willing participants. Others manipulate, threaten, or blackmail people into joining the facility. Their job is equal parts espionage and sales pitch, talking people into giving up their old lives for the lab’s cause. They must be charismatic, ruthless, and willing to cross every ethical line to get the right people on board.They are also responsible for public relations. They create fake advertisements, weave elaborate stories, and cover up incidents, feeding disinformation to the unsuspecting outside world.They work closely with retrieval agents, as they are often responsible for uncovering information on new targets, or even luring them to the locations where their capture will take place. They are the "brains" behind their "brawn," in a sense.

Human Resources and Compliance officers maintain internal order among the staff. They mediate conflict, track loyalty, investigate misconduct (real or fabricated), and make sure the workforce stays obedient. Sometimes this involves conflict resolution. Other times, it involves psychological manipulation, gaslighting, or even arranged disappearances. HR at Daystar is not your friend.

The list is still being worked on. Check back later :P

• docile
• lahde
• cronus
• halcyon
• nonviable

• asset

• id numbers
• changing classes

Docile subjects are considered the safest and most manageable specimens within the facility. They pose little to no threat to staff, making them easy to contain and easy to handle. This is typically due to a lack of magical or physical strength or an inherently submissive nature. As a result, they are often granted minor privileges like increased free time, more cell customization, and lighter supervision.

The Lahde classification is a broad middle ground that a lot of subjects fall into. They aren’t safe enough to be labeled as Docile, but they also aren't considered dangerous enough to be labeled as Cronus. This class is often assigned to subjects who possess average abilities, are unpredictable by nature, or only situationally dangerous (such as those who only lash out under stress). Staff are advised to be careful around Lahde subjects, but as long as the proper precautions are taken, they should not be difficult to deal with. Lahde subjects who have proven to be trustworthy are typically given more privileges and treated a bit more like Docile subjects.

Cronus subjects are highly dangerous and volatile. They are powerful, unpredictable, and often violently obstinate, requiring stricter containment measures and more staff supervision. While many Cronus subjects are aggressive by nature, some simply possess abilities so devastating that they are classified as Cronus as a safety precaution, regardless of their temperament. Cronus subjects are granted limited freedoms and privileges, and are often regarded as mindless, violent creatures, even when they’ve done nothing wrong. Cronus subjects who have proven to be trustworthy are typically given increased freedoms and more privileges, but are still kept under heavy supervision. When outside of their cell, they must be equipped with nullification devices.

Halcyon is not a danger designation, but a personal classification reserved for the Headmaster's chosen favorites. These subjects are often of immense value to her research or hold her personal interest in some meaningful way. They are kept apart from the general population, receiving special containment and preferential treatment.

Nonviable subjects are failed experiments. Their bodies either cannot adapt to any experiment, are too weak to withstand them, or were ruined by failed procedures. These subjects are kept in the worst conditions imaginable, treated like expendable objects rather than sentient beings. Being moved to this class is a death sentence, as Nonviable subjects are not only the first to be selected for execution, but are also almost exclusively used for unnecessarily dangerous procedures and outright torture. These subjects are no longer of use to the facility and are simply biding their time on death row.

This system is still in the process of being developed. Check back later :P

Subject ID numbers follow a specific format and are assigned based on certain characteristics. The ID number consists of several parts:
 
    #1: A four-digit number.   The ID number starts with a random four-digit number, ranging from 0001 to 9999 (such as 0055, 2374, etc). The zeros are often ignored when the number is being pronounced (for example, 0055 would be pronounced as fifty-five). Subjects are often referred to by these numbers in place of their names (i.e. 'subject fifty-five'), because what would a lab rat need a name for, anyway?    #2: Classification letter.   After the four-digit number, a hyphen is added followed by the first letter of the subject’s classification title.
  D = Docile
  L = Lahde
  C = Cronus
  H = Halcyon
  N = Nonviable    #3: Area of interest indicator.   Following the classification letter, there is a second hyphen and a number that indicates the subject’s primary area of interest in terms of experimentation.
  1 = This subject is an innate supernatural, possessing unique abilities and traits linked to some form of magic.
  2 = This subject is a lab - grown being.
  3 = This subject is of a rare, unusual, or anomalous species (or species combination) that is being studied.
  4 = This subject is a former non-magical being (like a human or a bestian) undergoing enhancements; a 'blank slate' specimen.
  5 = This subject possesses an extremely rare form of magic thought to be extinct (these rare magics are listed on this page).
  6 = Other.
  0 = For Nonviable subjects only, who have no particular area of interest.
 
Some examples of completed ID numbers are located below...
  #0044-D-3: A Docile subject of a rare species.
  #1234-C-2: A Cronus subject who was grown in a lab.
  #5467-H-5: A Halcyon subject that is a necromancer.
  #0393-N-0: A Nonviable subject

Subjects can be re - classified for a variety of reasons. A docile subject could gain powerful abilities during experimentation, bumping them up to Lahde. Transversely, a Cronus subject could lose their abilities somehow, bumping them down to Lahde. A subject who starts off as an average class can be switched to Halcyon once the Headmaster develops an interest in them. Nonviable subjects never start off as Nonviable, only being re - assigned to that class when they cease being useful.When a subject is re - classified, the classification letter on their ID number changes. For example, if subject #0044-D-3 became Lahde, their ID number would change to #0044-L-3.

sentient, human - adjacent beings that comprise most of modern society.

• human
• bestian
• demibeast
• veymar
• cambion
• nephilim

the most commonly observed supernatural beings.

• vampire
• werebeast
• shapeshifter
• merfolk
• plantkin

uncommon supernatural beings, or beings that fall very far out of 'the norm' when it comes to abilities.

• angel
• demon
• mythos
• undead
• fae
• chamealeon
• soulmorph
• alien
• robot
• dragon

god - like beings who roam the earth.

• aspect
• spirit

species who do not fall into one of the above catagories.

• anomaly
• augmented
• custom

One of the most common and adaptable species in the world, humans are known for their resourcefulness, their innovative natures, and of course, their numbers. While physically and magically average compared to other species, their population size, ambition, and tendency to organize in large societies gives them immense influence.Some humans are naturally born with magical abilities.Bestians are only considered anomalous when they are born with the ability to use magic, possess some sort of unique genetic mutation, or when they are hybridized with supernatural species. The facility accepts average humans as 'blank slate' subjects to be modified and enhanced through experimentation.

RARITY:   EXTREMELY COMMON.
SOCIETY'S VIEW:   ACCEPTING.
APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   REAL - LIFE HUMANS... OBVIOUSLY.

Bestians are the second most common species in the world. In essence, they are bipedal animals with the consciousness of humans. They walk, talk, think, and act just as humans do, running modern society alongside them. They are incredibly diverse in terms of appearance and physiology. They often have heightened senses or physical abilities linked to their animal traits (like enhanced sight, stamina, or strength).Some bestians are naturally born with magical abilities.Bestians are only considered anomalous when they are born with the ability to use magic, possess some sort of unique genetic mutation, or when they are hybridized with supernatural species. The facility accepts average bestians as 'blank slate' subjects to be modified and enhanced through experimentation.

RARITY:   EXTREMELY COMMON.
SOCIETY'S VIEW:   ACCEPTING.
APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   ANTHROS / 'FURRIES,' ANTHROPOMORPHIC FANTASY SPECIES (I.E. TABAXI.)

Demibeasts are the offspring of humans and bestians. They possess a blend of features from both parents. There is not much to say about them that hasn't already been said, as they navigate society just like a human might, and only occasionally possess enhanced traits related to their bestian heritage.Some demibeasts are naturally born with magical abilities.Demibeasts are only considered anomalous when they are born with the ability to use magic, possess some sort of unique genetic mutation, or when they are hybridized with supernatural species. The facility accepts average demibeasts as 'blank slate' subjects to be modified and enhanced through experimentation.

RARITY:   COMMON.
SOCIETY'S VIEW:   ACCEPTING.
APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   KEMONOMIMI, ANIMAL / HUMAN HYBRIDS.

Elegant, elf - like beings with longer than average lifespans. They have smooth skin, pointed ears, long tails, and sharp, cat - likes eyes that are often brightly - colored. They are known for their graceful personas, long and healthy lives, and keen intellects. However, they are often perceived as aloof or condescending by others. They can live up to 190 years old.Around 40% of veymar are naturally born with magical abilities.Veymar are only considered anomalous when they are born with the ability to use magic, possess some sort of unique genetic mutation, or when they are hybridized with supernatural species. The facility accepts average veymar as 'blank slate' subjects to be modified and enhanced through experimentation.

RARITY:   UNCOMMON.
SOCIETY'S VIEW:   ACCEPTING.
APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   ELVES, ELF - ADJACENT RACES.

Cambions are humanoid beings with oddly devilish features. They possess features such as horns, tails, fangs, colorful skin, ridges and scales, and luminous eyes. Usually very tall and rigid, standing between 6'2" to 7' feet on average, with an imposing, statuesque build. They tend to be stoic and disciplined, perhaps even a little rough. They have a high muscle mass and are naturally strong. They are culturally viewed with suspicion due to their resemblance to common depictions of demons.They are very distant descends of Hellborn demons, but society at large is not aware of this, because they are not aware of the existence of Hell.Cambion can also take on bestian traits as opposed to human ones.Cambion are only considered anomalous when they are born with the ability to use magic, possess some sort of unique genetic mutation, or when they are hybridized with supernatural species. The facility accepts average cambion as 'blank slate' subjects to be modified and enhanced through experimentation.

RARITY:   SLIGHTLY RARE.
SOCIETY'S VIEW:   CAUTIOUS.
APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   TIEFLINGS.

Nephilim are often described as angeleic. They are unsettlingly perfect, with strikingly symmetrical faces, balanced features, unnaturally smooth or radiant skin, and an intense presence that draws attention from all sides. They have no wings on their back, but they can have smaller hip and head wings, as well as patched of soft plumage on other parts of their body. They are tall, but not as towering as cambions — typically 5’10” to 6’6”. Many possess soothing, beautiful voices, and unnatural charisma.They are very distant descends of Heavenborn angels, but society at large is not aware of this, because they are not aware of the existence of Heaven.Nephilim can also take on bestian traits as opposed to human ones.Nephilim are only considered anomalous when they are born with the ability to use magic, possess some sort of unique genetic mutation, or when they are hybridized with supernatural species. The facility accepts average nephilim as 'blank slate' subjects to be modified and enhanced through experimentation.

RARITY:   SLIGHTLY RARE.
SOCIETY'S VIEW:   CAUTIOUS.
APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   N / A.

Fanged monsters that feed on the blood of morals. They are technically classified as undead the moment they have a vampiric curse placed upon them (which can either be passed down by blood or given to them by another vampire.) They have washed - out skin, sharp fangs (which are not retractable), and sharp, often bright - colored eyed. They do not have a reflection, nor do they cast a shadow. They are extremely cold to the touch. Some possess bat - like traits, and certain subspecies can shapeshift into bats.They are technically immortal, but they can pass from starvation or the destruction of their heart. Aside from that, they tend to have heightened senses, night vision, psychic abilities, enhanced regeneration, and nocturnal tendencies.They are incredibly sensitive to sunlight.

RARITY:   RARE.
SOCIETY'S VIEW:   FEARFUL; VAMPIRES TEND TO DISGUISE THEMSELVES AMONGST HUMANS.
APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   VAMPIRES ACROSS MEDIA, SPECIFICALLY ANIMATED OR WRITTEN MEDIA (NOT TWILIGHT. DEAR GOD NOT TWILIGHT.)

Humanoids with the ability to transform into specific animal or beast form. Unlike traditional werewolves, these forms can take after any animal. Each werebeast has one specific beast form which cannot be changed. Even in their human form, they tend to retain certain traits of that beast (such as sharpened fangs, pointed ears, tiny patches of fur, and so on) which are usually easy to hide.There are two different types of werebeasts: aggressive and passive. Aggressive werebeasts do not have control over their transformations, whereas passive ones do. Aggressive werebeasts have their transformations triggered involuntary, and tend to lack control while they are in their beast form, whereas passive werebeasts have full control of when they transform and are in complete control while they are in their beast form. Being an aggressive werebeast is viewed as a curse. Being a passive one is not.Werebeasts tend to be fiercely protective over their friends and family, forming strong 'pack' dynamics. They are always allergic to silver.

RARITY:   RARE.
SOCIETY'S VIEW:   FEARFUL.
APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   WEREWOLVES ACROSS MEDIA, SPECIFICALLY ANIMATED OR WRITTEN MEDIA (NOT TWILIGHT. DEAR GOD NOT TWILIGHT.)

Pure-blooded shapeshifters are not bound by a single form. They can call upon all aspects of nature, weaving it seamlessly into their ever-changing form, becoming a collage of fur and feathers, of claws and horns. They may shift at will, often unconsciously, mimicking different animals and beasts. They often have unstable features, wearing different traits on their body at all times.Shapeshifters are often subconsciously drawn toward nature. They drift toward rural, woodsy environments.

RARITY:   VERY RARE.
SOCIETY'S VIEW:   FEARFUL, DISGUSTED.
APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   ANYTHING. THEY CAN BE ANYTHING.

Merfolk are shapeshifting, water - dwelling beings that take on the traits of both a person and an aquatic creature. They possess gills, fins, and insulated scales, allowing them to thrive in the same conditions as a fish might.However, their abilities allow them to 'swap' between a land - walking and water - dwelling form at will. They can shed their fish tail for a pair of legs, allowing them to traverse the world just like a human would, until they inevitably must return to the water in order to recharge.A subspecies of merfolk exists known as sirens, who are similar to vampires in the sense that they feast on human flesh and blood. They use hypnosis - like abilities to draw their prey in.

RARITY:   UNCOMMON.
SOCIETY'S VIEW:   USUALLY PRETTY ACCEPTING.
APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   FUNNILY ENOUGH, MERMAIDS FROM THE SIMS 4: ISLAND LIVING.

Hivemends of sentient, magical plants that take on human (or human - adjacent) forms in order to disguise themselves in the face of environmental destruction. Plantkin are a species that only exist out of necessity; most despise humans for what they are doing to the Earth, but are so afraid of dying that they see no other option than to blend in with them until the ecocide is over.Plantkin are convincingly human on the outside, but on the inside, they are nothing but plants. Cutting them open reveals a jungle of leaves, vines, and flowers, packed together tightly in order to uphold they're illusion. They can shed their human disguise whenever they see fit.Additionally, they possess the ability to manipulate and communicate with plants.

RARITY:   VERY RARE.
SOCIETY'S VIEW:   OBLIVIOUS.
APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   HUMANOID ON THE OUTSIDE, PLANTS ON THE INSIDE.

Angels are immortal creatures that are born from the essence of virtue. Most hail from Heaven, which is not a frightful kingdom of judgment as certain morals tend to believe, but rather a beautiful realm of serenity, healing, and eternal rest. The very air in Heaven hums with virtuous energy, which is what it's society runs on — as well as what the angels feed upon. Heavenborn angels have feathered wings, glowing halos, gold - tinted blood, and many, many pairs of eyes. They naturally have a strong sense of justice, but also a strong sense of compassion. The Heavenborn category of angels includes deceased individuals who went to Heaven after they passed.Some angels are born on Earth. These angels are wildly varied in appearance and intent, capable of looking like and acting like anything they want, but most remain kind and protective.All angels tend to be empathic to a fault, taking on other people's emotions as their own. They are gentle, soft - spoken, and patient, but not at all naive; they understand pain, but choose kindness despite it. A rare few go rogue, shedding their virtue entirely, becoming 'fallen angels,' which are creatures far more adjacent to demons.They are immortal, only capable of being killed by the total destruction of their soul. Otherwise, they will simply regenerate all wounds.It is important to note that, while Heaven is not an overly - restrictive society (it honestly mirrors Earth, just a lot kinder) angels are still dissuaded from leaving, and can get in trouble if they're caught by humans on Earth.

RARITY:   VERY RARE.
SOCIETY'S VIEW:   OBLIVIOUS, GENERALLY DISBELIEVING.
APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   ANGELS ACROSS MEDIA. ALSO THE BIBLE.

Demons are immortal creatures born from the essence of sin. Most hail from Hell, which unlike mortal perceptions, is not a realm of fire and eternal damnation, but rather a society shaped by taboo and temptation. There are no rules, regulations — only indulgence. The very air in Hell hums with sinful energy, which is what it's society runs on — as well as what the demon feed upon. Hellborn demons tend to possess goat and bat traits, including wings, horns, hooves, claws, fangs, and long tails. Some appear more humanoid, whereas others appear more animalistic, or even downright monstrous. Not all demons are inherently 'bad,' they just have a very loose grasp on the concept of morals. It’s not really their fault; were raised in Hell, where our taboo is their normal. The Hellborn category of demons includes deceased individuals who went to Hell after they passed.Some demons are born on Earth. These demons are wildly varied in appearance and intent, capable of looking like and acting like anything they want, but most remain vicious, cruel, and indulgent.All demons feed on life essence. Some extract it in invisible, non - fatal ways (they can ambiently feed off it by simply existing around other people), whereas others spend their entire lives hunting beings down in order to consume their entire souls.They are immortal, only capable of being killed by the total destruction (or consumption) of their soul. Otherwise, they will simply regenerate all wounds.It is important to note that, while Hell is not an overly - restrictive society (it honestly mirrors Earth, just a lot rougher) demons are still dissuaded from leaving, and can get in trouble if they're caught by humans on Earth.

RARITY:   EXTREMELY RARE.
SOCIETY'S VIEW:   OBLIVIOUS, GENERALLY DISBELIEVING.
APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   DEMONS ACROSS MEDIA. ALSO THE BIBLE.

This is an umbrella category for all mythological creatures who do not have their own entry. From nymphs, to fox spirits (kitsune, gumiho, huli jing), to selkies, to banshees, and everything in between, this world is teeming with magical beings that hide within the gaps of humanity, narrowly avoiding society's watchful eye through clever deception.

RARITY:   VARIES, GENERALLY PRETTY RARE.
SOCIETY'S VIEW:   VARIES, BUT GENERALLY OBLIVIOUS OR FEARFUL.
APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   REAL LIFE MYTHOLOGY.

Beings who have somehow defied death. This includes zombies, people who were reanimated by someone or something (via science or magical intervention), ghosts, ghouls, and everything in between.The existence of undead beings is refuted by even the most seasoned of magical scholars. Those who do know of them consider their existence to be a crime against life itself. Little is known about them due to their elusivity and how society shames them, but the Daystar Research Facility has taken a particular interest in them.

RARITY:   EXTREMELY RARE.
SOCIETY'S VIEW:   EITHER OBLIVIOUS OR DISGUSTED.
APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   UNDEAD BEINGS ACROSS MEDIA.

Ancient beings of natural magic. They hail from a realm far away from here, not bound by logic — a backwards world of eternal twilight and tangled rules. Though their origins lie outside the Overworld, they have infiltrated it for centuries now. Their appearances are incredibly varied, but a large chunk of them prefer to take on forms with butterfly wings and bug - like features, because it helps them feel closer to the Creators Of All, who are often represented using butterfly motifs.While not inherently good or evil, the Fae are notorious for being difficult to interpret and understand, often bound by personal moral codes. They see the world through different eyes and expect others to understand that.

RARITY:   EXTREMELY RARE.
SOCIETY'S VIEW:   OBLIVIOUS.
APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   LOOSELY INSPIRED BY ACTUAL CELTIC MYTHOLOGY.

Chamealeons are an ancient species that all nearly shapeshifters descend from. Their default forms are typically that of colorful humanoids with reptilian features, such as digitigrade legs, long, prehensile tails, and scales. However, these forms matter very little, because they spend most of their time as something else. They can shapeshift into anything, at any time, and stay as that thing for as long as they desire. This includes objects, plants, and other people. They can create perfect replicas, down to their unique interests and mannerisms. Every time they shift into something living, they get an insight on it’s feelings, personality, and even it’s memories.Chamealeons are also immortal. Seeing as they are very hard to pin down, they can live up to tens of thousands of years. There are no “young” chamealeons anymore, with the newest members of the species being well into their hundreds.

RARITY:   EXTREMELY RARE.
SOCIETY'S VIEW:   OBLIVIOUS.
APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   THE OOVI - KAT FROM LEAGUE OF LEGENDS.

Shapeshifters who are bound to one specific type of animal. Not only can they shift into that animal at will, but that possess many traits of that animal in their humanoid form, allowing them to pass as demibeasts in the eyes of society.What makes soulmorphs unique is that they syphon their abilities from the mythology surrounding the animal they're tied to. For example: a fox soulmorph may possess magic relating to deception and trickery, such as the ability to craft illusions.

RARITY:   VERY RARE.
SOCIETY'S VIEW:   MOSTLY OBLIVIOUS.
APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   SINGLE - ANIMAL SHAPESHIFTERS ACROSS MEDIA.

A blanket term for any creatures who originate from a planet other than Earth. There isn’t much to say here, as each alien species is vastly different from the last. They are typically addressed on a case-by-case basis by the facility.

RARITY:   EXTREMELY RARE.
SOCIETY'S VIEW:   OBLIVIOUS.
APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   WHATEVER YOU WANT.

Aspects are modern gods. When the Old Gods (all - powerful, incomprehensible beings from a world long gone) fell into their eternal slumber, fragments of their power were scattered across Earth. These fragments can be found anywhere, as almost anything: some are glowing balls of ethereal light, whereas others embed themselves in objects and artifacts with odd properties that, when touched by a person, will cause them to ascend, becoming an Aspect of whatever domain that God once ruled over. A modern god of joy would be called an Aspect of Joy, and they would have powers relating to that domain, as well as some general 'godly' powers, like immortality.

RARITY:   EXTREMELY RARE.
SOCIETY'S VIEW:   OBLIVIOUS.
APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   THE ASPECTS FROM RUNETERRA, BUT ALSO INTERPRETATIONS OF DEITIES ACROSS ALL MEDIA.

Spirits are best described as minor deities. They were born from a certain sort of essence, causing them to form an appearance and develop abilities relating to that essence. As such: a spirit birthed from the essence of nature will have traits and abilities relating to flora and fauna.No two spirits are alike, both in terms of appearance and abilities.

RARITY:   RARE.
SOCIETY'S VIEW:   OBLIVIOUS.
APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   INTERPRETATIONS OF DEITIES ACROSS ALL MEDIA. THEY CAN LOOK HOWEVER YOU WANT.

Anomalies are beings that are totally unique. They cannot be classified into any of the known species, and with no one else quite like them, theirs is no point in creating an entire species classification for them. Thus, they are simply referred to as anomalies.Such is the nature of the species, no two anomalous beings are alike. The facility deals with them on a case - by - case basis.

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APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   ???

Enhanced, augmented, or otherwise modified beings. These typically exist exclusively in laboratory settings like Daystar, as they require a being's physiology being tampered with to the point that they begin to deviate from their original species classification, causing them to be referred to as 'augmented beings.'Any species can be classified as this, from humans and bestians, to vampires and aspects.

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An original species of your choosing. We encourage custom species, but we ask you try to flesh them out in your character's sheet by describing their origins, common traits, and integration to society at large.

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Machines that developed sentience. Sometimes it's written into their code, and sometimes it's an accident, but either way, they are classified under the umbrella term 'robot.'All robots have extremely varied origins and appearances, but one thing ties them all together: developing sentience somehow gave imbued them with life essence, giving them the ability to live or die just as a human might.

RARITY:   UNCOMMON.
SOCIETY'S VIEW:   DISREGARD, TREATED AS NON - SENTIENT.
APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   ROBOTS ACROSS MEDIA.

Dragons are one of the oldest sentient species on Earth, predating written history and even most gods. They were born from primordial forces that shaped the world with their power. They were revered as divine beasts and guardians of ley - lines, but now, they teeter on the edge of extinction.Their downfall came with the rise of humans and artificial magic, who learned how to harvest dragons for their blood, bones, scales, and power. They were hunted all the way into hiding. In order to survive the world as it grew ever - harsher, they learned how to disguise themselves using an artifact known as dragon jade, which allows them to shapeshift into humanoid disguises. Some take on the form of hybrids or bestians, whereas others try to appear as human as possible, but either way, they are all trying to hide.They have extremely intense regeneration abilities, but they are not fully immortal. Their magic can be easily harvested, shaped, and channeled. Their bodies naturally house a lot of essence.

RARITY:   NEAR EXTINCT.
SOCIETY'S VIEW:   VIEWED AS PURELY MYTH BY MOST.
APPEARANCE INSPIRATION:   DRAGONS ACROSS MEDIA.

• subject protocols
• staff protocols
• general protocols

• testing procedure
• common experiments
• common punishments

Every staff position at the Daystar Research Facility comes with an assigned clearance level.Clearance levels determine the specific privileges and limitations tied to each position, from where a staff member can go to what information they can access. Not sure which roles have which clearance levels? Refer to the staff role list.In some cases, staff with lower clearance may temporarily bypass certain restrictions, but only with explicit authorization from a higher - up.

 
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A lot of the time, testing roleplays are used as an excuse to write torture: a scientist hurts a subject, the subject suffers, rinse and repeat. While that can be fun, Daystar is full of qualified scientists, so many of the experiments that take place within its walls will (at least loosely) follow the principles of experimental design.This section is for anyone who wants to enhance, improve, or otherwise expand upon their testing roleplays by making the experiments and procedures themselves feel more grounded and realistic! While Daystar’s work is heavily unethical and stylized for fiction, the foundation of its science should still make sense most of the time. Here, you’ll find information about real world experimental design, lab procedure, and how those principles can be applied to the setting at hand.

this section is written as a qna with the server's main owner, seren / @foxillusions. while most of this website is written indiscriminately through the third person, first person pronouns are used on this page to refer to seren.What do subjects wear?  
White, loose - fitting hospital scrubs. Shorts can be swapped out for pants depending on how cold it is, and the t - shirt can be substituted for a tank top. Subjects can also have accessories, like necklaces, or fun socks, or hair clips. These are not allowed to be worn during testing, though.What do staff wear?  
I don't know or care. The facility doesn't care either. They do technically have uniforms, but they can be accessorized however you please.The only notes I have is that guards wear your stereotypical 'tactical' gear (as well as body armor when dealing with dangerous subjects), and scientists almost always wear lab coats.Do staff have to be human?  
No. They can also have magical abilities. However, if a staff member's species / abilities / etc. are too rare or valuable, they might end up being demoted to subject eventually (at least that's how it would go in the lore, staff won't forcibly demote your character). I would recommend saving your craziest ability ideas for your subject characters, but you don't have to listen to me.How old is the facility?  
It was founded in the late 1900s, but please bear in mind that it did not start taking in live test subjects until 2019. Your subject characters cannot have been captured before that year!!!Does the facility test on animals / children?  
Yes, it does, but we don't allow people to roleplay as animals or children. However, you can have in your character's backstory that they were taken into the facility as a teenager (keep the 2019 thing in mind please) or that they were an animal that was tested upon and somehow gained sentience. It's important to note that the facility views animals and young children as inherently weak, so it does not actively seek them out the way it seeks out adult humanoids. Young children, in particular, are not often brought in as permanent test subjects, because they are too underdeveloped to be of use. Teens and pre-teens are treated similarly to adults, but we still do not allow people to roleplay as them.Where is the facility located?  
In Wyoming, USA. The town it's located in, Klamath, is entirely fictional.Why Wyoming?  
I don't remember.Can subjects come from outside of the U.S?  
Yeah! They are typically kidnapped and shipped to the facility by external contractors. Daystar's mobile task force doesn't operate beyond the U.S.This entry in the lab procedures section says that my character 'needs staff permission' to do a certain thing. Where can I get that?  
You don't get it anywhere! Your character can be given permission by an NPC off - screen, or you can have them break the rules and do it without permission. The facility's rules are intended to be broken. That section just describes how things are intended to work in - universe.There is so much on this website. What happens if I can't read / remember all of it?  
You don't have to! I don't expect anyone to read all of this in one sitting, let alone retain any of it. This site always be available to revisit if you need a refresher. If you end up making a lore - related mistake because you missed / forgot something, you won't get in trouble, I promise.Between you and me, the most important sections to read are the staff roles, the subject roles, the species list, and I guess the main lore? You can save everything else for later ;)

This entire website was designed and written by Seren / @foxillusions.All lore is completely original and belongs solely to Seren / @foxillusions.Images were sourced from Pinterest.Special thanks to the Daystar Research Facility Discord server for influencing the lore and reviewing this website as it was written.The art below was drawn by @mr.marys on Discord, who also did a lot of the emotes for the server itself.This wouldn't have been possible without an audience. Thank you all ♡