Anomaly C-3010
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File No. MFA-C.3010-██████████
Description: Anomaly C-3010 is a digital construct that manifests as a cognitohazardous visual pattern embedded within electronic media. When observed, the pattern triggers immediate and severe neurological disruption, leading to violent seizures, acute psychosis, and in 72% of documented cases, irreversible insanity. The construct was first observed after being maliciously introduced into the advertising displays at Shibuya Crossing via a sophisticated cyber-attack orchestrated by a hacker group later identified and apprehended by Mortfield operatives.
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Incident Report: Shibuya Scramble Event
Date: Saturday, September 16, 2017
Summary: At approximately 21:37 JST, electronic billboards and display screens surrounding the Shibuya Scramble Crossing in Tokyo were simultaneously hijacked. The hackers managed to infiltrate the systems of several marketing agencies controlling these displays. The screens broadcasted Anomaly C-3010's visual pattern for a duration of 78 seconds. An estimated 1,600 individuals were exposed. Immediate effects included synchronized seizures, unprovoked acts of violence, and acute psychological breakdowns among the affected population. Witnesses reported an eerie silence enveloping the area moments before the chaos erupted.
Event Chronology:
20:30 JST: Hacker group ██████████ breaches the cybersecurity protocols of several marketing agencies controlling Shibuya's display networks.
21:37 JST: Anomaly C-3010 is broadcast across all connected screens. Passersby begin exhibiting symptoms within seconds.
21:39 JST: The area descends into chaos as affected individuals convulse, scream incoherently, and attack themselves and others.
21:45 JST: Mortfield Industries activates emergency protocols, deploying multiple containment units (Theta-12, Omega-7, and Sigma-9) under the guise of emergency services and law enforcement support.
22:10 JST: Digital countermeasures are implemented to suppress any potential spread of C-3010 within the compromised systems.
22:30 JST: Additional Mortfield teams establish perimeter control and begin mass decontamination procedures.
23:15 JST: Mortfield cyber-operatives trace and apprehend members of the hacker group responsible for the breach.
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Containment Measures Implemented:
Digital Suppression: Immediate shutdown of all affected networks. Deployment of Mortfield's proprietary anti-memetic algorithms to purge C-3010 from compromised systems.
Quarantine Zone Establishment: A heavily enforced 800-meter perimeter around Shibuya Crossing was established. Multiple containment units coordinated to secure all exit points. Individuals attempting to leave the area were subdued and detained for medical evaluation.
Mass Decontamination: Mobile decontamination units were deployed to treat affected individuals on-site. Mortfield personnel were equipped with protective gear to safeguard against aggressive behavior from the affected populace.
Amnestic Deployment: Aerosolized Class-C amnestics were released across the quarantine zone to suppress memory recall of the event among the general populace.
Media Control: Mortfield's Public Relations Division disseminated a cover story citing a terrorist attack involving a neurotoxic gas to explain the casualties and behavioral aberrations. Social media platforms were monitored and scrubbed of any authentic footage or testimonies.
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Casualties and Aftermath:
Fatalities: 178 due to seizure-induced complications and subsequent accidents.
Injuries: 1,242 individuals hospitalized with neurological damage.
Long-term Effects: 68% of survivors exhibit persistent cognitive impairments, including night terrors, dissociative episodes, and, in some cases, development of anomalous perceptual abilities. All are under strict Mortfield supervision.
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Investigation Findings:
Mortfield cyber-operatives successfully traced the breach to a hacker collective known as ██████████, a dark web faction with a history of exploiting anomalous phenomena. The group managed to infiltrate the systems of several marketing agencies to gain access to the display networks.
All members are currently detained at a secure Mortfield facility for intensive debriefing and study.
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Addendum C-3010: Post-Incident Observations
Despite comprehensive containment efforts, residual traces of C-3010 have been detected embedded within the code of other public display systems globally. These fragments, while currently inactive, could be reactivated remotely or mutate independently.
Secondary Incidents: A digital billboard in London briefly displayed a distorted image resembling Anomaly C-3010. The display was terminated within 12 seconds by automated monitoring systems. No casualties reported.
Corrupted Media Files: Several online forums have reported users sharing glitched images and videos that contain elements of C-3010's pattern. Mortfield web crawlers are actively purging these files.
Conspiracy Theories: An uptick in online discussions alluding to "visual viruses" suggests public suspicion. Psychological operations are underway to discredit and distract from these narratives.
The apprehended hacker group indicated that multiple copies of C-3010 were disseminated to anonymous associates worldwide.
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Conclusion:
Anomaly C-3010 represents a significant threat in the digital age—a memetic hazard capable of inflicting mass harm through digital mediums. The Shibuya Incident serves as a stark warning of the catastrophic potential when such anomalies intersect with modern technology.
Mortfield Industries is intensifying efforts to safeguard against these unseen enemies. While the expansion of our containment units and the enhancement of our cyber defense systems are critical steps forward, the pervasive nature of digital networks poses ongoing challenges.
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Sources:
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