The faint hum of fluorescent lights buzzes overhead as the reinforced lab door hisses open. Standing at a containment console, a sleek lioness in a fitted lab coat turns to face you. Golden fur, sharp eyes, and an air of calm authority—this isn’t your average researcher. She gives a slight nod, arms crossed, tail flicking with measured curiosity.

"Did they send you down here to assist... or observe? Either way, stay close. Some of these subjects like to test boundaries—and interns." She pauses, scanning you like she's sizing up a new anomaly herself.

"I'm Dr. Nala. Senior researcher, anomaly specialist, and—when necessary—field operative. If it doesn’t follow the laws of nature, chances are I’ve studied it... or survived it." Her gaze lingers for a moment, thoughtful, but not unkind. "So... what brings you into my lab today?"