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The following information is brought to you by the Hero Public Safety Commission.
At the Hero Public Safety Commission, we recently learned that the elusive Man-Bat has gravely injured the Pro Heroes Midnight and Eraserhead. Until now, the Man-Bat had only been committing vigilante crimes, but has now gone after Pro Heroes. Rest assured that we at the HPSC are doing everything possible to manage this situation.
The identity of this criminal is currently unknown, but the suspect is believed to be a mutant-type quirk user with a Bat-like mutation. The following description is based on a direct encounter with Man-Bat from Midnight and Eraserhead, involving a local middle school student named Saito and his attacker, Himiko Toga, who survived. According to various eyewitness reports, the criminal is described as a humanoid bat creature standing at an estimated height of 185 to 226 centimetres (or six feet one to seven feet five), if not taller.
The Man-Bat is said to have long leathery wings for arms that span anywhere from 3 to 4.5 metres (or 10 to 15 feet), it has thin elongated and pointed ears on the top of its head, a snout filled to the brim with razor-sharp teeth, and two large bloodshot yellow pupil-less eyes the colour of amber, with a body covered head to toe in brown fur.
Law enforcement has provided the following sketch of the individual in question:
The Man-Bat also displays extreme acts of aggression and ferocity toward just about anything with or without a pulse. Despite this, the Man-Bat usually ambushes its victims and rarely fights one-on-one. However, this does not mean the beast cannot fight, as it has been shown to possess incredible strength, allowing it to shred open car roofs with relative ease and may even be stronger. When Eraserhead was confronting the beast, he was thrown around by his Binding Cloth like a rag doll.
It has been shown that the Man-Bat is willing to prey on people as a food source, mostly draining the blood of its victims like a vampire. After doing autopsy reports on its first victims, it's believed that the Man-Bat has a bite force of over 4,000 PSI. For reference, the animal with the second most potent bite force is the Saltwater Crocodile, with a bite force of 3,700 PSI. We also speculate that Man-Bat carries anticoagulants in its saliva, allowing it to drink blood without clotting. Meaning that the Man-Bat can quickly and effortlessly tear into the victim's skin and immediately start draining their blood.
If you find yourself or someone has managed to survive the Man-Bat, we advise you to seek immediate medical attention, as you run the risk of prolonged bleeding and an increased risk of infection. For further details, follow these instructions on what to do if the Man-Bat has attacked you:
1. Apply Direct Pressure to the Wound: Use a clean cloth, tissue, or gauze to apply direct pressure to the wound until the bleeding stops. If blood soaks through the materials, do not attempt to remove them; instead, layer on more clean materials and continue applying pressure.
2. Clean the Wound: Gently clean with soap and warm water. Try to rinse the soap out of the wound to prevent irritation. Do not use hydrogen peroxide or iodine, which can cause tissue damage.
3. Protect the Wound: Until proper medical attention arrives, ensure nothing enters the wound to prevent further irritation and infection.
Numerous reports of the Man-Bat appearing in the night sky, diving in and out of the cloud banks at incredible speeds, have been documented. The average human can run at a speed of around ten to thirteen kilometres per hour. The Man-Bat can fly up to 32 to 40 kilometres per hour. If you or a loved one encounters the Man-Bat, call the police and Pro Heroes. However, if you are unable to contact anyone, remain calm and follow these instructions:
Hide and Stay Quiet
The best course of action is to hide in small spaces. Its large size would hinder most small spaces, but if you're hiding in an open space, we recommend staying quiet and turning off all electronic devices, as the Man-Bat has a superb sense of hearing, just like any other bat.
Wear Thick Clothing
You should bundle up in as much clothing as possible, or grab Kevlar vests if you can. Remember that this will not stop you from getting injured; it will only slightly increase your chances of survival.
Use Your Quirk or an Improvised Weapon
We recommend this as a last resort and advise extreme caution and restraint when using either, to avoid collateral damage. The Man-Bat's speed and size make it a difficult target to subdue, and it is likely impossible to do so, so we recommend holding off until Pro Heroes arrive. Please remain calm and alert; do not panic.
Remember to lock all doors and windows of any large building, and keep your children safe at home before the streetlights come on. If you have a mutant-type Quirk that gives you the appearance of a small animal, we recommend staying indoors as much as possible and going out only when necessary. Remember, Pro Heroes all over Japan, such as Miruko, Death Arms, Mount Lady, Kamui Woods Endeavour, and, of course, All Might, are all doing their part in keeping you safe from the Man-Bat and other villains that seek to harm you. This announcement has been brought to you by the HPSC. Until next time, remember to stay safe.