In what ways do the Metal People display signs of intelligence and conscious behavior?

The Metal People display intelligence and conscious behavior in several ways. They move 'consciously, thoughtfully, deliberately,' and their actions are described as 'purposeful and deliberate,' indicating an underlying intelligence^[1][1].

They are capable of complex, geometric transformations, such as forming bridges, weapons, and even a 'living City' from their individual units of cubes, spheres, and pyramids^[1][1]. The text explicitly states they are 'metal things with minds' and possess 'brains of thinking crystal,' activated by 'magnetic-electric forces consciously exerted'^[1][1][1]. They also exhibit a 'group consciousness' and can communicate and coordinate without apparent human means^[1].