Gene 23z Gene 23z is a single gene that scientist, Benjamin Wright, developed as a “biology editor.” Basically anyone who has the gene can shapeshift into any animal or creature. (real or fake as long as the person who possess the gene knows what the creature looks like.) Once he perfected the gene, he used it on his newborn, Zachary Wright. He asked his wife to observe and document Zachary’s development as he grew up. There were two things they found out that surprised them. Zachary could bond almost instantly with any type of animal, and his immune system was unbelievably strong. Gene 23z also had a positive effect on Zach’s overall health. The gene works by multiplying cells and increasing or decreasing tissue and muscle when needed.