The following is a database record retrieved on the field operations by the Eyeglass Corporation into the realm known colloquially as 'Faewilds'. Access to this file is restricted to top level clearances only. Data on sensitive matters and dates have been redacted where appropriate.

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Field operation: FW_0021_DRSV
Expedition Leader: Dr. Sundaram Vaibhav
Expedition members: Dr. Sundaram Vaibhav
Expedition length: Indefinite
Objectives:
a) Determine Faewild long-term effects on human physiology.
b) Maintain & record interactions with locals, including providing doctoring services.
c) Support future expeditions
d) Maintain Eyeglass field presence around portal

Equipment authorized:
See Appendix A2 (Equipment Requisition)

Transcript 1: Jan 21st, 20XX
Operators: C3 Jennifer Valen (JL), C3 David Turner (DT), C3 Nathanial Wylde (NR)
Notes:
At time of recording, Dr. Sundaram had already transited through the portal while unconcious in order to minimize the exposure to entity [REDACTED]. Radio contact through the portal was established when the transport pod reached the other side at approximately 1503HRs local time.
Log:
Sundaram Vaibhav (SV): Hello? Testing? Testing 1-2-3, can anyone hear me?
Jennifer Valen (JV): We hear you Doctor. Did you make it through alright?
SV: Sort of.
DT: Clarify, please.
(DT and NR at this point note down SV’s vitals, which are coming through the linkage)
NR (to DT): He’s very stressed, high heart rate and BP.
SV: I...I think I woke up halfway through.
(All three scientists can be heard cursing at this, though SV continues).
SV: For a brief moment. I think I saw [REDACTED] staring at me..right through the glass of the pod. It was tapping at the glass, like I was some kind of...fish in a tank. It was only a brief moment though before I slipped back to sleep. Why the fuck didn’t you tell me that thing would be there?
(There is a pause now before Jennifer speaks)
JV: Would you have gone if you knew what was on the other side of waking? It’s why we put you in the pod.
DT (to NR): Check the pod logs. Make sure there was no sound.
SV: ...No. Point taken. I guess I’m...I’m okay. I’m doing a once over now - the tent’s deploying automatically. I think I’m okay, no lacerations, no pains apart from the pod after-effects. I’ll keep monitoring.
JV: Understood. Can you describe your surroundings, Doctor? Do you see the marker and the portal back?

(There is a brief pause before Sundaram continues)
SV: Wow...erm...I didn’t stop to take a look at this place. I was too focused on remembering [REDACTED]. It’s...so beautiful here. I don’t think I’ve ever seen a sky with that vivid level of blue. The wind itself is nice and cool to the touch. The trees have this healthy green I can’t quiet explain, while the grass is so soft. Seems like an idealistic camping ground, really. The marker’s here - just as you said it’d be. No trees within 100 meters of the portal...though I get the distinct feeling I’m being watched.
JV: It’s likely the locals. They’ll come greet you when they feel you aren’t a threat. Just remember the protocols, okay?
SV: Yes. I remember. No lying, do not eat their food, be polite to the best of my ability, do not give my full name, use titles where possible.
JV: Good. Now, the instructions for the setup should be at the back of the pod…

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Transcript 5: January 28th, 20XX
Operators: C3 Jennifer Larson
Note:
At time of recording, Dr. Sundaram was at the end of his first week within the Faewilds. The outpost had been setup successfully. Daily temperature and field recordings indicate no change in environment around the portal or campsite. Dr Sundaram has not reported any physical problems or changes until this point.
Log:
(At 0234 Hrs, Sundaram’s voice signalled on the radio, the tones indicating stress and completely neutral)
SV: Operator? Are you there?
JV: Yes Doctor, I am here.
SV: I have a visitor now that is signalling to me from the edge of the treeline..
JV: Can you describe them, doctor?
SV: One humanoid, 6’ tall, 3’ wide antlers on his head, similar to a moose’s. Lower body appears to be of cervine configuration with unguligrade stance and hoof. The face is that of a human, scraggly beard and hair full of leaves and other items. It is waving a small Eyeglass emblem to get my attention. Should I approach?
JV: Yes. If they are waving the emblem, they are there to parlay. Follow the protocols and you should be fine. The one you described matches the description of the one they call Proctor; it is likely guardian of the area you are in. They have contacted Eyeglass personnel before.
SV: What should I tell them?
JV: Only the truth. You’re free to divulge your mission if you like, but share as few details on us as you can, that’s a direct order - which will help support the statement being a truth.
SV: Alright. I’m going to approach the Proctor now.
(There is a half hour gap before Sundaram returns to the radio)
SV: That...was an interesting conversation.
JV: Elucidate, please
SV: We conversed at length, discussing various subjects including his age, physiology and other details. It was fascinating. I expressed curiosity on the Proctor’s form and he agreed to allow me to study him, in exchange for some of my rations. It seems that the last team left a good impression - and the rusk biscuits an even greater one.
JV: You were not authorized to strike a deal, Doctor.
SV: I...I..-ARGH!
JV: What? Doctor, what happened?
SV: I was going to lie to you just now, Je-i mean, operator. But...something in my head just...a sharp pang of pain.
JV (in a concerned tone): That is the environmental effects of the area. But it should not be affecting you so readily. Did you eat anything the Proctor offered?
SV: No. In fact I avoided taking any of his native food...but...
SV: …
(Sundaram can be heard cursing as he runs)
SV: DAMNIT. I think I figured it out.
JV: What is it Sundaram?
SV: A couple days ago I found the lid on one of the ration boxes disturbed. I thought I had just put it on badly. I just examined it. Mouse droppings.
JV: Do you think it contaminated the food?
SV: I am pretty sure of it. I’m tracing the line on the side of this box and it’s wet. A urine trail. That said...none of the seals on any of the bars were broken - and we know it’s not biologically borne either. This doesn’t make sense.
(there is a pause before Jennifer speaks)
JV: ‘Those that would accept the offerings and gifts of the land are bound by its promises’. Mice droppings and raiding your lunch box does not sound like a gift or an offering.
SV: ...it can’t be that literal, can it? Oh God...it can’t be. It still doesn’t explain the sudden onset.
JV: What doesn’t explain it? Talk to me, Doctor.
SV: We shared half a biscuit each. He split it in half...and then offered back one half to me. I ate with him as we continued to talk. But...that still doesn’t explain it. It should’ve been two days, no?
(there is another long pause now as Jennifer is flipping through the logs)
JV: There’s...there’s no conclusive evidence that it is only two days, Doctor. It’s two days minimum in the test subjects thus far. What we know is the land itself is alive - and it reacts to those tread on it. Most of the test subjects so far had a history of violent offenses and introduced similar reactions in the land rejecting them, as we saw with 3401L and 3402M.
SV: ...and I’m the polar opposite in this case. Well, shit.
JV: This is valuable data. As much as I’d be upset that you tried to lie about not knowing the no-trade policy, the fact is...well, if you weren’t in it deep before, you are now, Doctor.
SV: I suppose...this moves the schedule up a bit, doesn’t it?
JV: It does. But not in a bad way. At least now a lot of the restrictions are loosened - and if the land has accepted you, it opens up more avenues for research.
SV: It also means I’m most probably going to lose my humanity and become...one of the local wildlife.
JV: Not necessarily, doctor. I would recommend speaking to your Proctor friend later. They may be able to bring some insight into your future.
SV: He has agreed to revisit me tomorrow. I will ask him of it then.
JV: Understood. We’ll keep monitoring your vitals from here. I’d suggest getting some rest.
SV: Yah...don’t think I’ll be getting much, honestly. Thanks.
JV: ...I’m sorry, Sundaram.
SV: nobody sorrier than I. Doctor out.
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