Codex: Gray Goos/zh-hans

Hazard: the "Gray Goos"

Name (Singular): Gray Goo

The Gray Goo is an enemy seemingly unique to the junkyard wastelands of Tarkus, comprised of a network of small nanobots - mostly discarded microsurgeons and one-shot stimulants that haven’t been properly disposed of. Gray goos require natural lubricants like oil in order to move around effectively, and may target living organics as potential victims for sexual assault in an attempt to use orgasmic fluids as an emergency alternative.

They’re smarter the more of them there are - blasting away at the gray goo with weapons will slowly corrupt their networked A.I. even if it only destroys a few bots. They are also susceptible to “sensory overload,” which may cause a temporary shutdown in their offensive programs, leaving them helpless but to beg for their necessary fluids. While the network has no specific shape, their drive for humanoid contact often leads them to adopt exaggerated humanoid figures, such as comically busty women or satyrian males in ill-conceived attempts to entice their prey. Recorded assaults generally involve a sexual harvesting, with the goos penetrating sexual orifices and molding themselves around phalluses and similar organs to stimulate orgasm.

While no fatalities have yet been reported due to Gray Goo attacks, U.G.C. Scout Authority recommends explorers on Tarkus remain well-hydrated in the event of attack.