Please rework this idea without the laboratory which is a completely different suggestion.
I like the idea of a patchwork creature, especially if he uses pieces of other creatures to put himself together (could be a very interesting modeling/programming challenge).
Syringe is a bit too much, I find that this creature makes more sense as a less-intelligent creature simply focused on re-creating himself with bits and pieces of creatures (could add on different parts as he levels up).
With some work I could see this idea going places