United Earth Defense Council observed a hacked holographic recording created by the aliens.

  Astronaut Captain Jason Sykes screamed as they removed his organs.

  An AI provided a translation in English.

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  "The beast experiences what they call pain, whereas we only experience awareness," said an alien surgeon.

  "Indeed," said an alien superior. "An easy species to dominate."

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  "Captain Sykes, are you saying they transferred your consciousness and performed vivisection on your simulated body?"

  "Yes. They claim to be pacifists, never physically touching."

  "And your recommendation, Captain?"

  "We utilize our AI ... it's our best shot against cold alien apathy."