Field Log - Entry 009
Catalyst Field Log - Entry 009: Subjective Manifestations Post-Serum Trial
Date: [REDACTED]
Location: [Private Suite, Undisclosed System]
Subject: L. T. Val — Self
Version: Catalyst Serum v1.7
Administration Method: Intradermal microfusion, 48 hours prior
Ambient Conditions: Elevated cortisol, urban environment, active surveillance suspected
Observations:
I encountered an anomalous time-perception event at approximately 15:10 local time while seated at the bar of a high-end establishment. Visual and auditory input appeared to lag around me. Two patrons - one inebriated - lost their balance and staggered in my direction. While their motion appeared heavily decelerated, my own reaction time remained unaffected.
I sidestepped them. As their momentum resumed normal speed, I collided with a bystander — later revealed to be a covert observer tracking me for an undisclosed employer. This temporal discrepancy lasted for perhaps 3 seconds. Upon physical contact with the observer, symptoms presented:
The man declined to state who he was working for. He speaks with careful detachment. Emotionally muted. My colorblindness makes certain identifications difficult, but based on bone structure and behavior, I suspect he may be Chiss or a particularly restrained Zeltron. I find this ambiguity... irritating.
Second Manifestation:
Roughly one hour post-incident. I returned to my suite with the observer under the guise of further questioning him. Once alone, I retreated to my private chambers. Emotional suppression was difficult. I felt the pressure of being constantly monitored, hunted, and every move scrutinized by people who want something from me. I exhaled sharply, more in frustration than anything else.
What followed could be best described as a shockwave. Unseen but felt. A kinetic ripple that originated from my chest and spread outward in a low-frequency pulse. Vases, perfume bottles, and other unsecured objects within a two-meter radius fell or shattered. I lost consciousness shortly thereafter.
The observer revived me and remained with me, acting more like a medic than a spy. My pulse was irregular. Respiration shallow. Memory of the event is a little patchy.
He did not attempt to flee, instead he secured me some food to regain lost energy.
Preliminary Analysis:
The synthetic Force appears to be reactive - less like an overlay of control, and more akin to pressure building in a sealed vessel. Emotional states and environmental tension seem to act as catalysts. I am not in control. Not yet.
Unlike traditional Force users, whose sensitivity grows gradually and often under mentorship, I am experiencing an accelerated, unnatural awakening without precedent or precedent-based coping mechanisms.
I am alone in this.
And someone has taken notice.
Balun Dashiell Mr. Usher Diarch Reign Diarch Rellik
Date: [REDACTED]
Location: [Private Suite, Undisclosed System]
Subject: L. T. Val — Self
Version: Catalyst Serum v1.7
Administration Method: Intradermal microfusion, 48 hours prior
Ambient Conditions: Elevated cortisol, urban environment, active surveillance suspected
Observations:
I encountered an anomalous time-perception event at approximately 15:10 local time while seated at the bar of a high-end establishment. Visual and auditory input appeared to lag around me. Two patrons - one inebriated - lost their balance and staggered in my direction. While their motion appeared heavily decelerated, my own reaction time remained unaffected.
I sidestepped them. As their momentum resumed normal speed, I collided with a bystander — later revealed to be a covert observer tracking me for an undisclosed employer. This temporal discrepancy lasted for perhaps 3 seconds. Upon physical contact with the observer, symptoms presented:
- Disorientation
- Vertigo
- Moderate epistaxis (right nostril)
- Temporary tinnitus
The man declined to state who he was working for. He speaks with careful detachment. Emotionally muted. My colorblindness makes certain identifications difficult, but based on bone structure and behavior, I suspect he may be Chiss or a particularly restrained Zeltron. I find this ambiguity... irritating.
Second Manifestation:
Roughly one hour post-incident. I returned to my suite with the observer under the guise of further questioning him. Once alone, I retreated to my private chambers. Emotional suppression was difficult. I felt the pressure of being constantly monitored, hunted, and every move scrutinized by people who want something from me. I exhaled sharply, more in frustration than anything else.
What followed could be best described as a shockwave. Unseen but felt. A kinetic ripple that originated from my chest and spread outward in a low-frequency pulse. Vases, perfume bottles, and other unsecured objects within a two-meter radius fell or shattered. I lost consciousness shortly thereafter.
The observer revived me and remained with me, acting more like a medic than a spy. My pulse was irregular. Respiration shallow. Memory of the event is a little patchy.
He did not attempt to flee, instead he secured me some food to regain lost energy.
Preliminary Analysis:
The synthetic Force appears to be reactive - less like an overlay of control, and more akin to pressure building in a sealed vessel. Emotional states and environmental tension seem to act as catalysts. I am not in control. Not yet.
Unlike traditional Force users, whose sensitivity grows gradually and often under mentorship, I am experiencing an accelerated, unnatural awakening without precedent or precedent-based coping mechanisms.
I am alone in this.
And someone has taken notice.
Balun Dashiell Mr. Usher Diarch Reign Diarch Rellik
