[Tornt Sloth has manifested across various forms of non-live dia, including films, television, magazines, and, in certain cases, personal videos and images.]
[It generally appears in the background of such dia. In one incident in North Carolina, Tornt Sloth appeared in a local television broadcast, prompting the relocation of over 4,000 individuals to Site-116.]
[The anomalous properties of the image persist only when it contains red and green coloration. Therefore, individuals with deuteranopia or other types of color blindness are unaffected by the Tornt Sloth.]
[Tornt Sloth is believed to be tic in nature. Its effects intensify with the number of affected individuals. Additionally, the frequency of its appearances increases based on the number of surviving victims. Following the execution of Protocol-XXJ9, reports of its manifestation have significantly decreased.]
[Protocol-XXJ9 involves using web-filter A03G32 to monitor and scan all online visual dia for the presence of Tornt Sloth. Upon detection, a containnt response team is imdiately dispatched.]
[Personnel are assigned to monitor online and televised broadcasts to confirm appearances. If found, the retrieval unit is mobilized. Anyone exposed to the Tornt Sloth image for more than five seconds will receive Class-C amnestics and be temporarily relocated to Site-116. Due to the nature of the anomaly, it is recomnded that researchers with deuteranopia be prioritized for handling Tornt Sloth cases.]
[Testing shows that Tornt Sloth does not affect the majority of viewers, including many with color blindness. Only approximately 40% of exposed individuals are impacted. This percentage is directly influenced by the number of surviving victims.]
[Once affected, victims rely solely on muscle mory to perform actions. Their reaction tis slow dramatically. They beco passive, compliant, and able to respond to basic questions and follow instructions—but show no emotion.]
[Despite appearing conscious, these individuals have no control over their actions during this period.]
[During the 150-second lucid intervals, victims beco extrely agitated and frightened.]
[They may act irrationally during these monts. Many report full mories of their unconscious states but are unable to understand or influence their own actions. Upon regaining awareness, most experience extre fear of remaining in that condition permanently.]
[Several affected individuals have claid to see Tornt Sloth while their bodies acted on autopilot. They lost all perception of reality during these periods. Upon regaining awareness, they are considered unstable and must be treated imdiately. No contact with them should occur during that ti.]
[Those relocated to Site-116 often exhibit a disturbing affinity for Tornt Sloth. Artistic works, sculptures, and literature referencing the creature frequently appear in their quarters, seemingly created unconsciously. These objects are traded among patients during leisure periods. All such items are to be confiscated and incinerated. Creators or imitators of Tornt Sloth imagery are to be executed.]
[Foundation personnel have been researching Tornt Sloth for years, attempting to uncover how it appears in visual dia, how it spreads, and whether it exists as a physical entity.]
[Unfortunately, even after years of study, the origin of Tornt Sloth remains unknown. Researchers are forced to rely on reactive containnt: constantly scanning video platforms and deleting any footage where it appears. This has caused nurous complications.]
[Still, compared to the danger of mass exposure, these are minor issues.]
[Whether exposure to Tornt Sloth can ever be cured remains unknown.]
Upon reading this, everyone had sothing to say:
Mordo: This is a curse! So kind of accursed entity that spreads through video dia!
Tony Stark: I think it's more like a virus.
Rhodey: Co on, Tony. A computer virus can't infect people.
Tony Stark: You say that now, but who knows what kind of computer viruses exist in other universes? Maybe they can infect people.
Bruce Wayne: This is dangerously serious. In a world driven by technology and networks, with people watching short videos everywhere, this thing could infect billions. It's a global crisis waiting to happen!
Dorami: But isn't that strange? If it's that dangerous, why are there only a few thousand victims?
Dan Moroboshi: The video explained—it's probabilistic. The more victims there are, the higher the infection rate and frequency. Fewer victims ans lower spread.
Diana: I think this Tornt Sloth must be so kind of demon from another dinsion, feeding on people's minds until it gathers enough power to physically manifest.
Ancient One: I agree. That's exactly what it sounds like.
i Terumi: I don't really get this "dia" or "network" thing, but I doubt this would affect our world much—we don't have those.
Garp: Yeah, in our world, we watch stuff using Den Den Mushi. Probably not the sa transmission dium.
Piccolo: But here's the real question: if this thing actually shows up, how do you contain it? Monitor every video?
Tony Stark: That might be the only viable thod.
As the debate continued, the video resud.
[The following segnt shows the treatnt of a Tornt Sloth victim. Viewer discretion is advised.]
The screen transitioned to a video feed: a table with two people seated.
On the left was an older man in a white lab coat, his chest badge reading "Dr. Chung."
On the right sat a patient.
Several ard security personnel stood in the room with assault rifles.
[Dr. Chung: Hello, David. If you can answer a few questions, it will help us treat you. Are you ready?]
[Patient-0866: I—I don't know. Just make it quick.]
[Dr. Chung: Since ti is limited, could you describe what happened while you were… under its influence?]
[Patient-0866: O-Okay… I guess it's like this. Imagine sitting in a car—your arms and legs are tied. You can't move. You can't even feel your body. The worst part? You can't hold a single thought for more than five seconds. It's… hell.]
[Patient-0866 takes a deep breath and stretches.]
[Dr. Chung: Are you okay? We can stop and continue tomorrow.]
[Patient-0866: No, it's fine… I just want to enjoy being in control for a bit longer. When you're stuck like that, locked in your own head… all you want to do is scream. But you can't. For hours, you try. To move a finger, your leg, say anything. Nothing works. You can't even control your own breathing. Then co the hallucinations… that sloth. I just…]
(End of Chapter)
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