| Operation Code | OP-1971-346A |
|---|---|
| PO Number | PO-A0002 |
| Date | 20.08.1971 |
| Mission Commander | Commander F. Rossa |
| Location | Altai Mountains, Kazakhstan |
00:13 — POCC survey team deployed to subterranean cavern network.
00:57 — Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) readings detect anomalous mass resembling humanoid figure seated on a throne-like formation. Visuals consistent with cultural depictions of PO-A0002.
01:00 — Ambient temperature drops by ~15°C. Audible manifestations: distant chanting, metallic echoes, and funereal rites.
01:04 — Hostile incursion: TAMU-4 “Children of the Grave” emerges, conducting necromantic rites. Manifestations include multiple "THREAT LEVEL-WRAITH" spectral entities and reanimated corpses.
01:16/02:49 — Engagement sustained
02:50 — GPR system registers secondary fluctuation: apparent movement within PO-A0002 image. No physical breach confirmed.
03:00 — POCC forces regain control of cavern choke points. TAMU-4 remnants retreat deeper into uncharted tunnels.
03:13 — Necromantic activity ceases. Reanimated corpses collapse inert. Spectral entities disperse.
03:28 — Site secured. Extraction initiated.
The manifestation of PO-A0002 via Ground Penetrating Radar suggests that Erlik Han remains a persistent metaphysical presence within the ninth layer of the earth. While direct contact was avoided, the hostile response of TAMU-4 demonstrates ongoing attempts by Erlik’s Hand to weaponize necromantic energy in defense of their patron’s domain.
Spectral interference temporarily compromised communications, indicating that localized veil-thinning occurred. Residual contamination included trace ectoplasmic matter, anomalous thermal fluctuations, and high concentrations of post-mortem resonance (PMR). These factors confirm that Erlik’s influence can extend into operational space without full manifestation.
Despite sustaining heavy spectral and corporeal assaults from TAMU-4, POCC forces successfully repelled the attack and secured the cavern choke points. The eventual retreat of TAMU-4 indicates that while their offensive capabilities are formidable, they remain unable to dislodge a prepared POCC unit operating with counter-necromantic protocols.
Most concerning is the Ground Penetrating Radar manifestation of PO-A0002, which implies both situational awareness and potential deliberate signaling from the entity. This raises the probability that Erlik Han is not merely passively dwelling in the ninth layer, but actively monitoring surface intrusions and deploying units in response.