Case No. #1401
Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ituri Forest: Case of Periodic Appearance of Unidentified Giant Flying Creature, Accompanied by Extensive Deforestation, Low-Frequency Acoustics, and Mass Disappearance of Wildlife
Summary
Deep within the Ituri Forest in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, a colossal, unidentified flying creature's shadow and inexplicable low-frequency sounds periodically manifest. This phenomenon causes extensive deforestation and the mass disappearance of wildlife, locally attributed to the legend of 'Sky Fang.' The creature's immense mass and flight capabilities are entirely unexplainable by known biology. Authorities continue monitoring and data collection, but direct contact with the entity remains unachieved.
Details
In the pre-dawn hours of August 14, 2021, unprecedented and widespread deforestation was confirmed deep within the Ituri Forest. Aerial observation revealed a spiral-shaped swath of flattened trees, hundreds of meters in diameter, along with deep, claw-like indentations etched into the ground. This destruction presented a character distinctly different from natural phenomena or that caused by known large animals.
Elders of the local tribes refer to this as a sign of 'Ngoma ya Luwanga' (Sky Fang), an ancient legend. According to their lore, 'Ngoma' appears with storms, sweeping through the forest with colossal wings that blot out the night sky, snatching prey in an instant. Past tribal records also report similar deforestation and animal disappearances occurring every few decades, lending credence to their accounts.
An official investigation team was dispatched to the site, but the dense tropical rainforest proved exceptionally difficult to penetrate. Soil samples collected showed no unusual chemical composition, and the nature of the tree damage clearly differed from that caused by typical storms or large animals. All destruction emanated spirally from a single focal point.
Acoustic sensors installed at the site recorded periodic ultra-low frequency sounds during the phenomena. However, the waveforms did not match any known biological sounds, and their source could not be identified. Additionally, motion sensors and cameras frequently experienced unexplained malfunctions immediately prior to the events, preventing the capture of decisive visual evidence of the entity.
Satellite image analysis suggested that these destructive activities occur periodically under specific lunar phases and weather conditions. Above the damaged areas, a temporary distortion of atmospheric optical properties was also observed. This distortion closely resembles that produced by a massive object moving at high speed, indicating a profound impact on the rainforest ecosystem.
Local wildlife exhibits abnormal excitement prior to these events, after which they disappear en masse. GPS trackers attached to captured animals simultaneously ceased transmitting signals just before the destructive phenomena occurred. Recovered trackers showed physical damage, bearing traces of extreme pressure. This cannot be explained by mere flight or natural causes.
Authorities have concluded that this phenomenon is not a mere natural disaster or the work of known creatures. The activities of the unidentified giant flying creature progressing deep within the Ituri Forest remain entirely unknown in terms of its true nature, ecology, and purpose. The bureau prioritizes establishing a long-term observation system and attempting contact with the entity.
Timeline
- 1950sLocal tribal legends of 'Sky Fang' are documented
- November 1972Widespread deforestation and animal disappearances reported in the same region
- August 14, 2021Large-scale deforestation discovered via aerial observation
- August 19, 2021Official investigation team deployed to the site
- September 3, 2021Low-frequency acoustics and motion sensor anomalies are recorded
- January 2022Satellite image analysis suggests periodicity and atmospheric distortion
Witness Testimony
Elder K (pseudonym)At night, the sky grew dark, and the ground trembled. It was not wind; something much larger shook the forest. The next morning, many trees were down, and no animal cries were heard. It was Ngoma.
Local Hunter AThat sound was not a storm. It was a deep rumble, like it was coming from the ground, vibrating in my belly. When I looked up, a huge shadow blocked the moonlight. That was no bird. It was more than just a shadow.
Authority Observer BThe moment the sensors stopped, I felt a pressure and a subtle vibration throughout my body. I don't believe the equipment malfunctioned. I had a sensation that something passed right in front of me. It is inexplicable.
Kyu's Analysis
Multiple pieces of evidence point to the existence of an unidentified giant flying creature. Contact, capture, and observation are paramount.
