Extract from the first preliminary Intelligence report of the subject designated as ‘Crimson Shadow’ detected in the area of interest #213, previously known as ‘Alameda de Hércules’. The assessments and deductions have been made based on fragments of video recordings, photographs and testimonies taken from survivors from the surrounding area. Note that the MIU registers its disagreement with sending a preliminary report so quickly due to the fragility of the testimonies and the poor quality of all the graphic and audiovisual evidence. We recommend waiting for a detailed report before drawing any conclusions that determine future tactical directives. MIU Millitary Intelligence Unit Preliminary Intelligence Report File: R5W72-2012 Case:  Seville Disaster Subject: #CrimsonShadow Classification: Top Secret To: High Command and Allies   Through information extracted from testimonies of survivors residing in the area of interest #213, formerly known as Alameda de Hércules, and several defective video recordings, we can confirm that during the height of the battle in Seville against the hostile forces In 2012 UA there was a confrontation between said force and unknown allies. In this report we will focus exclusively on the figure of the subject designated with the code name ‘Crimson Shadow’ and will omit any allusion to the rest of unknown subjects and vehicles, whose dedicated reports will be sent soon.

CHRONOLOGY

According to the reconstruction of the preliminary events. We are certain that ‘Crimson Shadow’ made its appearance moments after several Policía Nacional officers were killed by fire from at least three hostile aliens and a 2012 UA transport spaceship. Due to the poor condition of the recordings, taken mainly from a home camera of one of the witnesses who died in the area and from a security camera from a nearby location, we cannot accurately describe the scene. Our experts indicate that the appearance of ‘Crimson Shadow’ was key to the liberation of the ‘Alpha’ subject. They also highlight that it was a coordinated operation that required the presence of at least two support snipers. The speed with which ‘Crimson Shadow’ approached close range with the hostile subject holding ‘Alpha’ indicates a great capacity for speed and stealth. The ease with which he dismembered him indicates highly advanced weaponry and considerable physical strength and skill. The subsequent air attack of the hostile ship caused a large explosion and strong shock wave. We believe that ‘Crimson Shadow’s shielding not only protected him but also the Alpha subject. The testimony of one of the survivors revealed to us the appearance of a new unknown ship from which more subjects similar to the ‘Crimson Shadow’ emerged and who introduced ‘Alpha’ inside.

NATURE

Despite the poor quality of the audiovisual records, we can safely conclude that ‘Crimson Shadow’ is humanoid. Because its entire body is protected by complete armor we cannot be sure of their exact nature or gender, if applicable. At the moment we are working based on three different theses: 1.- Human nature 2.- Robotic nature 3.- Alien nature In any case, the morphology and movements invite us to think of a great resemblance to the human being, but as we have anticipated, for now we cannot confirm any of the theses.

ARMOR

Without a doubt the most notable aspect and of which we have been able to obtain the most records, despite being scarce, is that of its armor. Everything indicates that it is a type of combat suit composed of a material, or combination of rigid and flexible materials, with great anatomical adaptability. We are completely unaware of its composition but there is nothing similar in our databases or in those of the allies we consulted. A portrait has been made by our experts based on the captured video images and testimonies. Take it only as an approximate idea of reality because, as has already been indicated, both the quality of the images and the veracity of the testimonies are very fragile.

As can be seen, no type of visor or slot was detected in the helmet that would allow vision. This leads us to deduce that its frontal compound allows, in some way, to also see to its operator. The wing-shaped appendages at the ends could suggest a characteristic feature of the subject’s anatomy or could be some type of electronic devices such as sensors. The speed of movement and the light thickness of the armor indicate a very low weight, so our main deductions indicate a composite material that allows both great rigidity and flexibility, offering great protection and maneuverability.

WEAPONS

According to the data and evidence, we believe that the subject ‘Crimson Shadow’ was armed with a type of metal saber. The speed of its movement and the apparent ease of passing through the armor and body of the hostile subject indicate a type of highly cutting and resistant edge. Preliminary studies with known metal blades reflect that no similar weapon exists on Earth. According to one of the frames, we believe that said sword could be retractable, so its edge could be retracted inside the handle using an unknown technology. On the other hand, other testimony points to the possibility that ‘Crimson Shadow’ had an additional ranged weapon attached to one of his legs, but there is no graphic confirmation of this aspect.

CONCLUSIONS

Whatever the nature of the subject ‘Crimson Shadow’, our operational analysis indicates a very high military, tactical and physical training. The execution of their coordinated attack to take out the three hostile subjects and their support ship indicates extreme precision that surpasses the statistics of any known elite combat unit. We need more data to be able to make a more accurate assessment of its combat and biological capabilities.