Glossary: Model Three

Enemy Classification: Scavenger / Low-Threat / Terrestrial Scout

Elimination Reward: 10 Points

Model Description: Model Threes are the quintessential ground units, resembling terrestrial animals such as dogs or large cats in their four-legged form. They possess a unique ‘triple hinged’ jaw mechanism, allowing for an unusual range of motion to the side and down, optimizing their ability to scavenge and defend. With an advanced olfactory system, they excel in identifying the specific nutrients their hive requires.

Their loyalty to the hive is unmatched, aggressively protecting it from perceived threats. Although they have a longer lifespan compared to other models, they are often recycled once they are deemed surplus to the hive’s needs. As the most frequently encountered model, their presence is a constant threat to humans due to their role as terrestrial scouts and aggressors.

Artist Depiction of a Model Three​

Threat Analysis Report: Model Three
Threat Rating: Low

Overview

Model Threes serve as the primary terrestrial operatives of their hive. They are frequently the first kind of model produced by a hive. Their commonality and aggressive behavior towards humans and other threats make them a significant concern in inhabited areas.

Threat Capabilities

Enhanced Scavenging: Equipped with a sophisticated sense of smell and specialized jaws, Model Threes can efficiently locate and obtain resources critical to their hive’s survival.

Aggressive Defense: Their innate aggression and protective instincts make them formidable opponents, especially when defending their territory or hive. Model Threes are known to hide in underbrush and rubble in ambush. They also tend to move in packs. The smallest of these are packs of two. The largest recorded Model Three pack had four hundred and thirteen members.

Survivability and Adaptability: The physical design of Model Threes, including their digestive systems, allows for extended operational periods and adaptability in various environments.

Strategic Threat Assessment

Containment Difficulty: Low. Their commonality and terrestrial mobility pose unique challenges for containment and neutralization, but they don’t have noted movement capabilities.

Military and Civilian Risk: Low. Given their role in actively hunting and engaging with human targets, Model Threes pose a direct threat to both civilian populations and military personnel. However, they are relatively weak physically and a civilian in good health should be capable of overpowering one.

Potential for Expansion: High. The versatility and adaptive capabilities of Model Threes allow for significant territorial expansion and resource acquisition for their hives. They are the primary early-hive expansion models.

Mitigation Strategies

Targeted Elimination: Prioritize the elimination of Model Threes in strategic areas to reduce the threat to civilian and military assets.

Defensive Measures: Implement defensive structures and protocols specifically designed to counteract the unique abilities of Model Threes. Killboxes are effective, as are landmines, tripwire explosives, and some chemical and biological weapons.

Research and Development: Focus on understanding the biology and behavior of Model Threes to develop more effective countermeasures.

Public Awareness and Training: Educate the public and military forces on the characteristics of Model Threes to improve preparedness and response effectiveness.

Conclusion

Model Threes represent a pervasive and adaptable threat that requires a focused and informed response strategy. Their ability to scout, scavenge, and defend hive interests, combined with their aggressive nature, necessitates a multifaceted approach to containment and neutralization.

Addendum M3-1: Transcript of Dissection Report by Dr. Evelyn “Dagger” Hargrove