Gross distortions of the vital organs, rapid deterioration of skin and bone matter... very unpleasant and uniformly fatal.

Nevertheless, Malkom Kort and Deeters refer to Theta victims as "potentials" because, properly managed, the genetic modification can be rendered highly salutary. They expect the future evolution of the human species.

By directing and controlling the activity of the altered Messenger-RNA or M-RNA, we can bring forth a new and superior being from the bio-molecular wreckage of the old. The specific effect is different in each subject, but they all gain abilities far surpassing those of ordinary humans.