Creature Log - 1: The Mimic

These avian creatures use their sharp talons to rip into their prey. They have a golden mask (most likely not gold but high in value) that covers their face. Their 'face' in question has a surprisingly leech-like visage. The most interesting thing about these creatures is their ability to mimic the appearance of anything in relative size to them (They also happen to be the same relative size as our personnel . How they do this is unknown, however we have captured an image of them mid-transformation, but it is highly classified. Mimics will stalk their victims for hours on end before striking, sometimes they will have enough time to mimic the voices and behavior of their victims.

- IF YOU ENCOUNTER -
DON'T: Don't approach, anywhere between 5-15 feet is within quick attack range, they'll un-shift and make quick work of you. Don't run, they will consider their disguise compromised, and will begin chasing after unshifting. They are a lot faster in their true form so this is considered unsafe.
DO: Get to other personnel, Mimics usually will not follow you into a group of 3 and up people. Hide behind doors or large objects (NOTE: They have the manual dexterity to open doors). Yell loudly, doing this can get the attention of others and usually will get the Mimic to stop pursuit.

In any case, if you happen to see someone that doesn't look like themselves, you may have encountered a mimic.
Mimics usually make mistakes when shifting. Look for discoloration of body parts, missing or extra fingers, or altered facial appearance.

Remember, your job is to hunt for salvage. A Mimic's mask can sell for upwards of 500 credits. Do what you think is right to reach quota.

Goodbye.

Faerie
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