Guide to Genetics

Xenogenetics is the in-universe name for this discipline; the wiki article is Guide to Genetics.

This guide is a comprehensive introduction to xenogenetics (xenofauna genetics, cloning, mutations, and the genetic sequencer). The system is still in development, so the wiki may be outdated from time to time. That said, xenogenetics is straightforward, fun, and powerful once you know the basics. This guide includes the Vesalius-Andra analyzer workflow, Gene Irradiation (Genetic Sequencer), cloning vats, injectors and purgers, and the old DNA modifier lab.

The Two Systems: DNA2 and DNA3

Sojourn-Iskhod utilizes two distinct genetic backends that coexist within the lab. Understanding which machine handles which system is key:

• DNA2 (The Block System): The legacy system. It uses Structural Enzyme (SE) blocks (indices 1–26) and the DNA Modifier console. It is primarily used for human mutations (Hulk, X-Ray, etc.) and cosmetic Identity (UI).
• DNA3 (The Mutation-Pool): The modern system. This uses mutation datums in a specialized genetics holder. It powers the Vesalius-Andra machines, xenofauna, cloning, and advanced mutation recipes.

Harvesting Genes From Animals to Mutants

Genetics is heavily limited at the beginning, due to your vital equipment not being upgraded. It is recommended to upgrade your machinery (e.g. better manipulators, scanning modules, and matter bins) to save DNA, meat and time.

The centrepiece for turning flesh into genetic data is the Xenofauna Genetics Pulper. It accepts raw meat (up to five slabs at a time) or one whole non-human creature. Turn the pulper on to process; it destroys the contents and produces Mutagenic Sample Plates carrying the genetic data. Whole creatures yield more plates than meat alone (their meat value plus a bonus), so putting a full body in when you can is efficient.

You may also have a Gibber and a Meat Spike in or near the lab. The meat spike lets you grapple corpses and harvest meat from them. Monkey and human limbs can be butchered for a small amount of meat: put legs or arms on a table and use a knife to get an extra slab.

Sample plates are the key to genetics work. Do not grind every bit of flesh in the Advanced Grinder if you still need genetic samples—use the pulper for that.

Gathering protein (often called animal protein) is a huge part of cloning. The Vesalius-Andra Advanced Grinder helps a lot: anything on the south tile of the machine is automatically pulled in and ground. Click-dragging a B.I.D.O.N. canister onto the grinder from its west tile anchors and links it to transfer liquid directly.

Part 1: The DNA3 Mutation-Pool System

The Vesalius-Andra Genetic Analyzer is the workhorse of the department. Load sample plates into it (capacity depends on upgrades). Each plate shows a set of mutation blocks. To analyze: choose "Analyze" for a plate, then Mark the blocks you want to identify. Confirm "Analyze" to consume that sample plate and reveal the marked mutations—analyzing destroys the plate.

Sync with RnD uploads your discovered mutations to the main R&D console and awards research points. To discover rarer mutations, use Combine. Add two or more mutations to the list and confirm. The Merge function merges two entire sample plates into one, combining all their mutations onto a single plate.

DNA3 Mutation Tables

Mutations contribute to Total Instability. If instability reaches 100% and above, serious effects (including clone damage and transformation into a "wasonce") occur. Only one mutation per Exclusive Type can be active at once. Default instability is 10 unless noted. Negative values reduce total instability.

1.1 Complete List of DNA3 Mutations

#	Name	Description	Exclusive	Instability
1	(Genetic Copy)	Clone data for a creature; used for cloning.	—	0
2	Bald	Hairline recedes severely.	—	10
3	Cow Skin	Leathery, cow-like skin; reduced brute damage.	Skin	20
4	Simpleton	Lowers COG, MEC, BIO stats.	—	10
5	Gigantism	Much larger size.	—	10
6	Dwarfism	Much smaller, more fragile.	—	10
7	Unstable Genome	Random instability.	—	10–70
8	Moo	Intermittent mooing.	—	10
9	Epilepsy	Seizures.	—	10
10	Coughing	Intermittent coughing.	—	10
11	Clumsiness	More likely to drop/fumble.	—	10
12	Tourettes	Verbal tics.	—	10
13	Nervousness	Constant second-guessing.	—	10
14	Blindness	Film over pupils; can't see.	—	10
15	Deafness	Growths block sound.	—	10
16	Nearsightedness	Worse vision.	—	10
17	Unbalanced	No sense of balance.	—	10
18	EMP Blast	Gland for strong EM discharges.	—	30
19	Roach Blood	Green blood; blattedin heals.	—	10
20	Strange Roach	Unstable roach DNA for cloning.	—	10
21	Chocolate Milk	Cows/goats produce chocolate milk.	—	10
22	Protein Milk	Cows/goats produce protein.	—	10
23	Robust Milk	More milk from cows/goats.	—	10
24	Painless	No pain sensation.	—	10
25	Roach Friend	Roach pheromones; roaches non-hostile.	Faction	30
26	Spider Friend	Spider pheromones.	Faction	30
27	Sproachder Friend	Roach + spider pheromones.	Faction	60
28	Poison Breath	Spew blattedin gas (no self-immunity).	Mouth	30
29	Cloaking	Light bends; harder to hit at range.	Skin	30
30	Greater Cloaking	Near-invisible; turrets/cameras struggle.	Skin	60
31	Fleshy Sac	Sac for organs during incubation.	—	10
32	Greater Fleshy Sac	Larger sac for many organs.	—	10
33–47	Organ Sacs	Produce specific organs when cloned in a sac.	—	10
48	Hyperion Strain	Odd effect on growing flesh.	—	10
49	Thick Fur	Thick, warm fur.	Skin	20
50	Barotrauma	Rapid pressure adjustment.	—	20
51	Honk	Annoying honking.	—	10
52	Bottomless	Can eat much more.	—	10
53	Toxin Resistance	Process some poisons easier.	—	20
54	Echolocation	See with ears.	Eyes	40
55	Screaming	Periodic screaming.	—	10
56	Cat Eyes	Better dark vision; more flash damage.	Eyes	30
58	Rad Protection	Immune to radiation ills.	—	40
59	Punch	Stronger unarmed.	—	10
60-64	Blood Levels	Increasing blood capacity (Bank to Temple).	None	10-40
65	Vampire	Complexion loss; stabilizes genes.	—	-10
66	DNA Mending	Reduces instability.	—	-10
69	Seasoned Mind	Resistance to mental breakdowns.	None	5
70	Pain Tolerance	Less locking up from pain.	—	25
71	Bomb Resist	Foam-like skin; explosive resistance.	Skin	30
72	Termite Friend	Electric signal; termites/wurms sense.	Faction	50
73	Wurm Cry	Blood-chilling shriek; ground shakes.	Mouth	40
74	Spark Breath	Small flame from mouth (light cigs).	Mouth	5
75	Flame Retardant	Skin produces flame-smothering fluid.	Skin	10
76	Phasing	Phase through solid objects slowly.	—	20
77	No Prints	No fingerprints.	—	5
78	No Breathe	No need for oxygen.	—	5
79	H.U.L.K.	Heavy Uncontrolled Lifting & Kinetics.	—	80
81	Miner Sight	Mine more ore; close burrows.	—	25

1.2 Mutations by Category

Category	Mutations
Skin	Cow Skin, Thick Fur, Cloaking, Greater Cloaking, Explosive Protection, Flame Retardant
Eyes	Cat Eyes, Echolocation
Mouth	Poison Breath, Spark Breath, Wurm Cry
Faction	Roach Friend, Spider Friend, Sproachder Friend, Termite Friend
Stability	DNA Mending, Vampire, Unstable Genome, Seasoned Mind
Utility	Miner Sight, EMP Blast, Object Phasing, No Prints, No Breathe

1.3 Mutations by Instability Tier

Instability	Mutations
Negative (-10)	Vampire, DNA Mending (Healing/Robusting)
0 to 5	Copy Mob, Seasoned Mind, Spark Breath, No Prints, No Breathe
10 to 25	Blood Bank/River, Bald, Cow Skin, Barotrauma, Toxin Resist, Miner Sight, Phasing, Thick Fur
30 to 40	Cloaking, EMP, Poison Breath, Roach/Spider Friend, Bomb Resist, Blood Temple/Sea, Rad Protection, Echolocation, Wurm Cry
50+	Termite Friend, Greater Cloaking, Sproachder Friend, H.U.L.K. (80)

1.4 DNA3 Combination Recipes

Use the Combine function in the Analyzer to discover these results.

Result Mutation	Requirement 1	Requirement 2	Requirement 3
Greater Cloaking	Cloaking	Cloaking	—
Echolocation	Blindness	Deafness	—
H.U.L.K.	Gigantism	Punch	Painless
Vampire	Blood Bank	Roach Blood	—
Sproachder Friend	Roach Friend	Spider Friend	—
Greater Fleshy Sac	Fleshy Sac	Fleshy Sac	—
DNA Mending	Unstable Genome	Simpleton	—
Bomb Resist	Thick Fur	Rad Protection	—

Gene Irradiation (Genetic Sequencer)

The analyzer provides Gene Irradiation. This turns a single known mutation into a new variant. It replaces that one mutation on the plate with the irradiation result.

On the Analyzer: Each mutation block has an Irradiate button. Click it to replace that mutation with a sequenced variant.

Handheld option: The Vesalius-Andra Debug Scanner can scan a subject, use Irradiate Gene, and then Print Sample Plate. This is key for unlocking advanced breeds (spider/roach variants, phasing from cloaking, etc.).

Part 2: DNA2 — The Old Modifier Lab

To the right of the lab is the DNA2 equipment. This uses the fixed Structural Enzymes (SE) block system. Activation is determined by whether the block’s value is in the “on” range (usually 45% or higher). **DNA2 block numbers are randomized each round.** === DNA2 Gene Tables ===

2.1 Complete List of DNA2 Genes

Gene Name	Type	Effect	Activation
Monkified	Special	Monkey transform (Block 27)	—
No Breathing	Power	Survive without air	45%
Remote Viewing	Power	View far away areas	45%
Regenerate	Power	Heal over time	45%
Super Speed	Power	Increased movement speed	45%
Telepathy	Power	Send messages to minds	45%
Morph	Power	Change appearance	45%
Cold Resistance	Power	Immunity to freezing	30%
No Prints	Power	Leave no fingerprints	45%
Shock Immunity	Power	Immunity to electricity	45%
Midget	Power	Become very small	45%
Hulk	Power	Massive strength/damage	45%
X-Ray Vision	Power	See through walls	45%
Telekinesis	Power	Move objects with mind	15%
Hallucinate	Disability	Visual/auditory hallucinations	Block "On"
Epilepsy	Disability	Random seizures	Block "On"
Coughing	Disability	Constant noise/stunning	Block "On"
Clumsiness	Disability	Dropping items/fumbling	Block "On"
Tourettes	Disability	Random yelling	Block "On"
Nervousness	Disability	Random twitching/stuttering	Block "On"
Blindness	Disability	Total vision loss	Block "On"
Deafness	Disability	Total hearing loss	Block "On"
Nearsightedness	Disability	Blurred vision	Block "On"

2.2 Difficulty/Assignment Chart

Only these blocks are assigned a random index 1-26 at round start. Block 27 is always Monkey.

Difficulty	Assigned Block Names
Default	BLIND, DEAF, CLUMSY, FAKE
Hard	HULK
Harder	TELE, FIRE, XRAY, REMOTETALK
Special	MONKEY (Block 27)

Part 3: Genetics Injectors

There are two injector systems: one for DNA2 (block-based) and one for DNA3 (mutation-pool).

3.1 DNA Injectors (DNA2)

Used to inject a single structural enzyme block into a human.

• **Acquisition:** Found in "Box of DNA injectors" or created at the DNA modifier console using a buffer.
• **Function:** Attacks a human target to apply the block value. They deliver a minor radiation dose and have a 5% chance to trigger a random side effect.

3.2 Mutagenic Injectors (DNA3)

Used to inject all mutations from a sample plate into a living mob.

• **Loading:** Load a sample plate into the injector.
• **Function:** Delivers the genetics to a living target. Synthetics and certain species are immune or will take damage instead of mutating.
• **Consumption:** The sample plate is consumed upon injection, though the injector itself is reusable.

Bureaucracy and Safety

Always scan, copy, and file your findings. Iskhod Rangers and Blackshield may investigate unauthorized human trials. Ensure you have proper paperwork and consent documented.

• **Purgers:** The Vesalius-Andra Mutagenic Purger clears all DNA3 mutations and resets instability. Always keep one on hand!