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| Hand Physicians was a breakaway faction of the [[Cult of Landon]] that operated in secret between 2034 and 2039 on the island of [[Ostholm]]. The group sought to modify human physiology to eliminate aggression, conducting experiments that resulted in multiple deaths. Following the discovery of their operations by the [[Ring Guard]], the faction was dispersed and its ideology came under scrutiny within the [[Ulmarkan Empire]] and the international community. The term "Hand Physicians" subsequently became a shorthand for unethical human experimentation in [[Orylian]] history. | Hand Physicians was a breakaway faction of the [[Cult of Landon]] that operated in secret between 2034 and 2039 on the island of [[Ostholm]]. The group sought to modify human physiology to eliminate aggression, conducting experiments that resulted in multiple deaths. Following the discovery of their operations by the [[Ring Guard]], the faction was dispersed and its ideology came under scrutiny within the [[Ulmarkan Empire]] and the international community. The term "Hand Physicians" subsequently became a shorthand for unethical human experimentation in [[Orylian]] history. | ||
| − | == History ==
The Hand Physicians emerged in 2034 as a schism within the [[Cult of Landon]], primarily driven by disagreements over the movement's strategic direction. While the parent organization focused on spiritual and philosophical reform, this faction believed that physical modification was necessary to achieve a state of permanent non-violence. They leased the island of | + | == History == The Hand Physicians emerged in 2034 as a schism within the [[Cult of Landon]], primarily driven by disagreements over the movement's strategic direction. While the parent organization focused on spiritual and philosophical reform, this faction believed that physical modification was necessary to achieve a state of permanent non-violence. They leased the island of Ostholm secretly to conduct human experimentation. One survivor, Casey, escaped alone in 2038; others remained until the raid. In April 2039, following the official ban on the Cult of Landon in the [[Ulmarkan Empire]], the [[Ring Guard]] conducted raids across [[Ulmarka]], including Ostholm. The Ring Guard discovered the experiments after banning the movement in Ulmarka.[1] |
| − | == The Ostholm experiments ==
The '''Ostholm experiments''' were a classified programme of human experimentation conducted at the facility on Ostholm between 2034 and 2038. The objective was to create humans physically incapable of violence through invasive physiological modifications. The programme relied on untested medical procedures and unregulated chemical agents. Investigations launched after the raid revealed that the experiments were not sanctioned by the Ulmarkan state, although the regime turned a blind eye until the facility was compromised.[2] | + | == The Ostholm experiments == The '''Ostholm experiments''' were a classified programme of human experimentation conducted at the facility on Ostholm between 2034 and 2038. The objective was to create humans physically incapable of violence through invasive physiological modifications. The programme relied on untested medical procedures and unregulated chemical agents. Investigations launched after the raid revealed that the experiments were not sanctioned by the Ulmarkan state, although the regime turned a blind eye until the facility was compromised.[2] At least 24 subjects died; survivors suffered severe physical and psychiatric harm.[1] |
| − | == Discovery and aftermath ==
The operations were uncovered during a search conducted by the [[Ring Guard]] in April 2039. Seven survivors were found alive on the island; seven others had perished during the final phase of the programme. Casey | + | == Discovery and aftermath == The operations were uncovered during a search conducted by the [[Ring Guard]] in April 2039. Seven survivors were found alive on the island; seven others had perished during the final phase of the programme. Casey escaped alone in 2038 and lives on Skarnes as self-proclaimed King since 2045.[3] The discovery led to international outrage and investigations into the scope of the experiments. In 2043, the [[Cohesive Global Concord]] imposed sanctions against the [[Ulmarkan Empire]] in response to the revelations, though the regime eventually left the organisation after the imposition of trade restrictions.[4] |
| == Legacy == The term "Hand Physicians" became synonymous with unethical human experimentation in Orylian history. The group's ideology influenced later extremist factions, including elements within the [[Brass Concord]]. In 2042, the open-palm gesture associated with Landonism was criminalised in Ulmarka following revelations about the group's activities.[5] Today, Ostholm remains a sealed zone, and the site of the experiments is marked by a memorial to the victims. | == Legacy == The term "Hand Physicians" became synonymous with unethical human experimentation in Orylian history. The group's ideology influenced later extremist factions, including elements within the [[Brass Concord]]. In 2042, the open-palm gesture associated with Landonism was criminalised in Ulmarka following revelations about the group's activities.[5] Today, Ostholm remains a sealed zone, and the site of the experiments is marked by a memorial to the victims. | ||
| Hand Physicians | |
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 The Ostholm facility as seen by the Ring Guard in April 2039 | |
| Full name | Hand Physicians |
| Founded | 2034 |
| Dissolved | Dispersed (2039) |
| Headquarters | Ostholm, Ulmarka |
| Parent organization | Cult of Landon (breakaway) |
| Ideology | Landonism; Non-violent human enhancement |
| Leader | Unknown (leaderless cell structure) |
| Persecution | Designated terrorist by Cohesive Global Concord; Banned in Ulmarkan Empire |
| Known members | Casey (survivor/leader of Skarnes); Various unnamed subjects and researchers |
| Notable events | Ostholm experiments; Discovery by Ring Guard (2039) |
Hand Physicians was a breakaway faction of the Cult of Landon that operated in secret between 2034 and 2039 on the island of Ostholm. The group sought to modify human physiology to eliminate aggression, conducting experiments that resulted in multiple deaths. Following the discovery of their operations by the Ring Guard, the faction was dispersed and its ideology came under scrutiny within the Ulmarkan Empire and the international community. The term "Hand Physicians" subsequently became a shorthand for unethical human experimentation in Orylian history.
History
[edit]The Hand Physicians emerged in 2034 as a schism within the Cult of Landon, primarily driven by disagreements over the movement's strategic direction. While the parent organization focused on spiritual and philosophical reform, this faction believed that physical modification was necessary to achieve a state of permanent non-violence. They leased the island of Ostholm secretly to conduct human experimentation. One survivor, Casey, escaped alone in 2038; others remained until the raid. In April 2039, following the official ban on the Cult of Landon in the Ulmarkan Empire, the Ring Guard conducted raids across Ulmarka, including Ostholm. The Ring Guard discovered the experiments after banning the movement in Ulmarka.[1]
The Ostholm experiments
[edit]The Ostholm experiments were a classified programme of human experimentation conducted at the facility on Ostholm between 2034 and 2038. The objective was to create humans physically incapable of violence through invasive physiological modifications. The programme relied on untested medical procedures and unregulated chemical agents. Investigations launched after the raid revealed that the experiments were not sanctioned by the Ulmarkan state, although the regime turned a blind eye until the facility was compromised.[2] At least 24 subjects died; survivors suffered severe physical and psychiatric harm.[1]
Discovery and aftermath
[edit]The operations were uncovered during a search conducted by the Ring Guard in April 2039. Seven survivors were found alive on the island; seven others had perished during the final phase of the programme. Casey escaped alone in 2038 and lives on Skarnes as self-proclaimed King since 2045.[3] The discovery led to international outrage and investigations into the scope of the experiments. In 2043, the Cohesive Global Concord imposed sanctions against the Ulmarkan Empire in response to the revelations, though the regime eventually left the organisation after the imposition of trade restrictions.[4]
Legacy
[edit]The term "Hand Physicians" became synonymous with unethical human experimentation in Orylian history. The group's ideology influenced later extremist factions, including elements within the Brass Concord. In 2042, the open-palm gesture associated with Landonism was criminalised in Ulmarka following revelations about the group's activities.[5] Today, Ostholm remains a sealed zone, and the site of the experiments is marked by a memorial to the victims.
See also
References
- ^ Cohesive Global Concord (2043). Report on Unsanctioned Biomedical Programmes in Ulmarka. Hague: Global Justice Commission, p. 12–15.
- ^ Ulmarkan Ministry of Health (2040). Post-Incident Review of Ostholm Facility (Internal Document). Ostralis Apex: State Archives, p. 3.
- ^ Ring Guard (2039). Operational Log: Raid on Ostholm Island. Vharnhold: Imperial Security Bureau, p. 7.
- ^ Cohesive Global Concord (2043). Sanctions Resolution 88-B: Ulmarkan Empire (Official Record). Geneva: UN Secretariat, p. 1.
- ^ Ulmarka Supreme Court (2042). Judgment on the Criminalisation of Landonist Symbolism (Public Transcript). Ostralis Apex: Court Registry, p. 4.