Pilgrim Parables is a covert organization dedicated to the capture, containment, and study of mysterious and dangerous anomalies, referred to as Entities. The organization operates worldwide, remaining in the shadows, keeping its actions and knowledge hidden from the general population. Their mission is rooted in ensuring the safety of humanity by controlling these Entities before they cause widespread harm.
Formed in response to growing encounters with strange phenomena, Pilgrim Parables blends ancient knowledge with cutting-edge science, seeing their work as a pilgrimage—a journey to understand the unknown and protect the world from it. They also see themselves as the interpreters of a divine or cosmic order, hence the name Parables, implying that each Entity has a deeper meaning that needs to be understood.
D.C.N. Unit (Detaine, Control, Neutralize)
The D.C.N. Unit is the primary operational arm of Pilgrim Parables, tasked with handling all direct interactions with Entities. Their motto—Detaine, Control, Neutralize—sums up their mission:
Detaine: Secure and isolate Entities from the public or environments where they can cause damage.
Control: Study and monitor the Entities to prevent them from becoming a larger threat. This includes long-term containment and understanding their nature.
Neutralize: In extreme cases, if an Entity is too dangerous to be contained or controlled, they are neutralized (terminated or rendered powerless) to protect humanity.
The D.C.N. Unit operates in secret and is highly specialized, with different teams focusing on capturing Entities, containment protocol, research, and fieldwork. Their operatives range from field agents with high combat skills to scientists who probe the mysteries behind each Entity.
Organization Structure
1. Field Operations Division: This is where highly trained agents are sent to track down, detain, and secure Entities, often working in dangerous and unpredictable environments. They are the frontline force.
2. Containment and Research Division: Once an Entity is captured, the researchers and scientists work to understand its behavior, abilities, and potential weaknesses. This division also maintains the extensive containment protocols to ensure the Entities don't escape or cause further harm.
3. Neutralization Protocol Team: In cases where control is impossible, this team specializes in high-risk missions to neutralize Entities through lethal force or disruptive technology. They are only activated when an Entity poses an existential threat.
4. Internal Affairs: Some members within Pilgrim Parables may begin to question their methods or seek to use the Entities for personal gain. Internal Affairs monitors for corruption and betrayal within their ranks.
Notable Elements
The Pilgrim Codex: A heavily classified document chronicling every known Entity, its origin (if known), powers, and the circumstances surrounding its capture or neutralization. The Codex is accessible only to high-ranking members and is considered the organization's holy text.
The Seers: A mysterious group within Pilgrim Parables, believed to have knowledge of future events related to Entities. They claim to interpret visions and omens, guiding the organization's actions.
Black Site Labs: These are the ultra-secure underground facilities where the most dangerous Entities are housed and studied. Very few agents have access to these sites, and those who do never leave the same.