A new product being manufactured by the Kumo Crew could be a version of onionhead, the controversial recreational drug.
Dr Himari Grey, an independent healthcare analyst, published this review on Vox Galactica:
âLittle is yet known about âhelixâ, but the persistent rumour that it is derived from onionhead has sparked keen interest from physicians, politicians and narcotics users alike.â
âOnionheadâs active ingredient is extracted from plant seeds found only on Panem in the Kappa Fornacis system. Its psychotropic and hallucinogenic qualities are well documented, but there is conflicting evidence regarding addictive strength and toxicology.â
âThis didnât stop it being banned in the Federation in 3300 by former President Jasmina Halsey, who was concerned about its popularity among youth culture. Political fireworks followed when Fleet Admiral Vincent bombed onionhead crops against her orders, which five years later led to the Scythe of Panem terrorists seeking revenge.â
âProduction soon shifted to the Tanmark system, where the Lucan onionhead strain boosted its popularity. Two further variants have appeared since, a result of enterprising genetic engineers modifying the seeds to flourish in different ecospheres.â
âCould helix be another strain? The Interstellar Health Organisation (IHO) is currently acquiring samples for analysis, so weâll soon know if this marks a new chapter in onionheadâs notorious story.â
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