The menu for the chronivac outlined all available functions. Before Tyler could select one of the many choices, or even had time to read them, a programmed greeting initiated a tutorial.
"Congratulations! You are the fortunate recipient of the the latest version of the popular Chronivac Reality Transducer (copyright Transdem Labs., 2152). With this miraculous device, you hold the power to change both the physical and mental aspects of all around you within a radius of 20 feet. Keep in mind that for optimal results, the subject in question had ought to stand directly adjacent to the machine.
This 'Chronivac 4.5, Zooanthro edition' was specifically developed for use as a prototype for an item intended for use exclusively by the Zooanthro customer. In accordance certain features of the machine operate under different principles. The chronivac is capable of creating a change in practically all varieties imaginable with the exception that sentient beings may not become other sentient beings outreaching an underlying extent of genome (No elf can become a Diapo), and that organisms of any kind can only be metamorphosed into other members of their own kingdom. A bacteria may not be changed into a fungus. Below are listed the most basic and popular functions of this chronivac version.
Physical: Subject altered in body and physiology may be transformed under terms of age. By this it is referred to that a recipient of chronivac operations can be made via extremely complicated biochemical stimuli to grow younger or older by command.
A subject's species may also be altered by the device. It is important to note that the chronivac's operations in this prototype are vastly different than those made use of by the Earthling model. In terms of species, a party may be altered in distinguishing genealogy. For example, a lion zooanthro may be transformed into a horse if the appropriate specifications are inserted.
To change a zooantrho into a simpler variant of itself as are typically seen as fauna on humanoid worlds, please administer the new
DEVOLUTION option. We encourage a sparing but deliberate use of this function for purposes of gathering consumer data in both medical and satisfactory interests.
Gender can be changed completely by appropriate input. Artificial hermaphrodites are typically unstable and gradually assume a complete singular gender regardless, so it would be wise to forgo any plans to splice the sexes.
Based upon data that downloaded into the chronivac by use of Internet or digital storage medium, a specific nationality can be defined by region and programmed into the body and mind of a subject.
And of course, less complicated changes in height, weight, hair and eye colors, body size proportions, and furriness are possible.
Mental: A party may be transformed from a standpoint of the mind in a hypnotic pattern or for configuration to a physical edit.
A subject may be changed mentally in terms of their age (psychologically or emotionally).
A subject can be made to believe they are a member of a different specie or that they are one of the "lesser developed" members of their kind. I.E., a zooanthro fox can be made to behave like an Earthling relative.
Perception is perhaps the most key of all of the mental choices. Also referred to as "the awareness option" this specification changes the thinking process of the transformed to either that of the original, unchanged identity, or the newly instigated idiosyncrasies of the edited body.
By this, an adult who becomes a toddler may either retain their mature attitude and behavior or become in most ways a toddler in mind as well.
*IMPORTANT NOTICE*
It IS possible to change the sexual orientation of a subject. The edit of sexuality is ONLY successful if the application is both PHYSICAL AND MENTAL.
When one lacks the support of the other, the original mandate of the body rejects the reformation.
Additionally, when attempting to convert a party into a bisexual, be advised that complications in personal genealogy sometimes induces and asexual nature or a complete change between hetero and homo. The condition is vice versa when testing an asexual conversion.
This version of chronivac offers an estimated preview to any changes to be made, though due complexities of individuality, not all may be accurate.
Please remember that all changes can be saved and set to remain in effect for a specified time period or made permanent. Permanent not being eternal, but actually locking the transformed in their new state in a stasis that can only be reversed through revocation of the file in the chronivac hard-drive.
Any unsatisfying alterations may be repealed in reverse sequence with the 'UNDO' choice or all at once using 'REVERT.' It is advised that REVERT not be used for cases exceeding 35 consecutive changes at risk of lag in software processing or operational error.
You should now be ready to utilize the user-friendly interface of your chronivac. If you should like to operate your machine without computer aide, the chronivac's inbuilt monitor drains little battery power and is operated by stylus and touch screen. However optimal efficiency and greatest possible array of transformations is only feasible with computer assistance.
On the basic PC menu, you will find links to the online chronivac service and maintenance website and consumer forums, where you may chat or seek advise from other chronivac owners.
Additional information and troubleshooting can be found in the enclosed manual along with your chronivac hardware.
As a final notice, TransDem Labs. would like to emphasize that it is in no way legally or financially responsible for any harm or reprehensible actions caused to or by the operator through use of the chronivac.
TransDem also reminds the user of the implied law of consent,in which it is in the best interests of all involved with the chronivac to be changed by choice. It is the responsibility of all participants to respect the rights of sentient beings.
Thank you for reading and enjoy this fabulous product!"
"Fascinating," Tyler mused as his tongue lolled out of his muzzle. Embarrassingly, such frequent use of the terms "transformation" and "alteration" gave him a slight if not evident genital stiffness. His mind raced with a plethora of possibilities and schemes, but the machine had to be tested first. He went to his kitchen to fetch a pair of scissors from a cabinet and cut a large swath of his armfur clean off. He then opened the "Input" menu and selected age, his heart racing in anticipation and uncertainty. Could this be real? Was it more than a glorified VR game?
He entered [younger, -30 seconds current age] at the command prompt and was astonished to find that the fur on his arm was growing again! Soon, it had regenerated completely and lay evenly combed as it Tyler had never even touched it.
"It really worked," he rasped in an exhilarated whisper, "I'm 30 seconds younger!" That was all of the proof he needed. This device was indeed capable of making real all of his pleasure dreams that did not involve work or video games.
Tyler sighed as his heart rate calmed steadily, "This is going to be a total blast."