Corruption Report

This report concerns my observations thus far on the phenomenon called "Corruption". Corruption is a technological invention from the Raptures which induces temporary paralysis in a Nikke's nervous system. There is currently no known method to counteract this process, but since the effects are mild, the risk level can be considered low. It has also been confirmed to be non-contagious. However, being rendered immobile even for a brief moment can be fatal on the battlefield, so caution is advised.

The Rapture that causes Corruption utilizes a specialized tentacle-shaped apparatus. The tentacles physically penetrate the Nikke's body, inducing Corruption. The duration of the resulting paralysis varies depending on each Nikke, but the specifics have not yet been identified. Additional tracking and observation will be necessary.

Although we performed an autopsy on a Nikke in a state of Corruption, no significant abnormalities were found. There were only external wounds from the tentacles, and no unusual substances were found internally. We therefore presume this to be the work of some kind of microorganism or virus. As Nikkes are mechanical in nature, it is recommended to narrow the scope of inquiry to only viral strains for further investigation.

It has been confirmed that Corruption forcibly issues a command to NIMPH. What we are seeing is not paralysis, but rather a command to cease all actions. A killswitch. There also appears to be a partial connection to verbal commands. While it may be possible to implant other types of override commands, at this point in time, we have not seen any cases exhibiting anything other than the disruption of physical actions. Further tracking for additional cases is necessary.

So far, the only cases discovered are related to the ceasing of physical commands. Numerous antidotes and vaccine programs have been attempted to treat the Corruption, but none have proven effective. Fortunately, thanks to NIMPH's natural defense capabilities, the invasive bodies cease their activity within a short period. Since there are still many things about NIMPH itself which remain unclear, proactive treatment is currently impossible. Until we know more about NIMPH, any research on the treatment of Corruption will be temporarily halted.