Research Record of Maj-Tech Academy (Page 7): Anomaly
Research Codename: M.
Topic: The Emergence of Anomaly (Magical Abnormalities)
Background on the Emergence of Anomaly
Following the initiation of the Mixed-Species Era by the Purple Witch (PW-01) and the subsequent large-scale opening of interworld connections, the fundamental energy framework of the world was directly affected. This resulted in unprecedented levels of magical and genetic fluctuation. The phenomenon is attributed to the following factors:
Neutralization of Interworld and Dimensional Boundaries:
The integration of the human world, the magical world, and other related dimensions caused previously stable spatial and energetic divisions to become distorted and weakened.
Instability of Leyline Energy:
The disruption of the planet's primary leyline networks during the dimensional convergence led to severe energetic turbulence, producing abnormal influences upon affected populations.
Definition of Anomaly
Anomaly refers to a condition in which an individual manifests magical abnormalities that do not comply with the historically documented principles of magic (Non-Compliance with Former Magical Principles).
Characteristics
Universal Occurrence:
Individuals designated as Anomalies may emerge from any species classification without exception, including Humans, Bestia, Occult, and Altos populations.
Manifestation:
Anomaly status may develop in previously ordinary individuals or appear in those born during the post-initiation period of the Mixed-Species Era.
Causes and Documented Instances
The precise mechanisms responsible for Anomaly emergence remain unidentified and continue to be the primary focus of ongoing investigations conducted by the Federal Bureau of Magic (FBM) and Maj-Tech Academy. Preliminary findings indicate that Anomalies may arise through the following pathways:
Spontaneous natural manifestation
Unstable hereditary magical bloodlines
Severe accidents inducing extreme biological and energetic reactions
The FBM has officially documented the following initial cases:
1. Anomaly Foil Subject
Subject Name: Foster Grain
Classification: Human
Age: 23
Incident:
A residential electrical short circuit resulted in a house fire that engulfed the subject, causing fatal thermal trauma.
Anomaly Transformation:
Within minutes following death confirmation, the subject's body underwent rapid regeneration. Charred tissues fully recovered; however, the epidermal layer was replaced by a material resembling metallic foil. Analysis indicates that this substance functions as a self-generated thermal insulation barrier produced by the subject's biological response mechanisms.
Preliminary Conclusion:
This case represents Anomaly induction via severe accidental trauma, wherein the organism developed unprecedented biomechanical properties as a survival adaptation to extreme environmental threat.
2. Bones Mutation Subject
Name: Anna Burge
Classification: Altos-Occult Hybrid
Age: 10
Bloodline: Half-Gifted (Mystical) / Half-Occult
Incident:
The subject reported persistent physical discomfort accompanied by intermittent internal "clicking" sounds.
Anomaly Transformation:
Medical X-ray imaging revealed the presence of 548 skeletal structures within the subject's body, exceeding the typical human skeletal count of 206 bones. Continued skeletal proliferation has been observed, with numbers demonstrating a progressive increase.
Preliminary Conclusion:
This case is linked to unstable hereditary energy fluctuations, resulting in uncontrolled expansion and segmentation of internal physical structures. The subject's condition satisfies all documented criteria for classification as an Anomaly.
Additional Observations
Anomaly manifestations are not limited solely to magical energy disruptions. Documented cases indicate concurrent abnormalities within physical, anatomical, and physiological systems, suggesting that Anomalies affect both metaphysical and material dimensions of biological function.