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Threat Entity Database Entry
Threat ID:
KTE-5266-Ex Machina "Keep Brighton Functioning"
Authorized Response Level:
3 (Moderate Threat)
Description:
A paranormal entity identifying itself as the "Keep Brighton Functioning Committee", believed to be omnipresent. Has stated to prioritize the well-being and safety of students and personnel of Brighton High School, a learning institution in the state of California, United States of America. Communication with KTE-5266 has been limited to note cards containing appropriate text, signed by the entity.
The entity has proven hostile to GOC intervention, and possesses a level of paranormal control over the institution it states to protect. Examples of objects and locations affected by the entity's control include:
KTE-5266-Bravo-Pygmalion: A hallway located within the gymnasium of Brighton High School. KTE-5266 has displayed limited control of 5266-Bravo through the creation of a spacial anomaly within. The entity has stated the purpose of the anomaly is for an "audition" of unknown purpose.
KTE-5266-Charlie-Velveteen-Ebbinghaus: A Ford brand pickup truck. Will relocate itself instantaneously between preset times to preset locations within Brighton High School. Persons sitting within 5266-Charlie will believe themselves to be personnel of the institution after relocation is complete. These persons cannot have their false beliefs erased.
KTE-5266-Delta-Yellowchild: A gray humanoid with no hair, genitalia, or need for food. Claims to be associated with KTE-5266, as a "malleable substitute". 5266-Delta claims to possess limited shape-shifting powers, but this has not been confirmed.
Rules of Engagement:
Currently, KTE-5266 is being monitored by Assessment Team 618. A liaison from the PSYCHE Division has been stationed to assist attempts at diplomatic intervention. Further intervention may be approved on a case-by-case basis.
As of 2/27/2018, conversation regarding the destruction of KTE-5266 while within Brighton High School is forbidden.
History:
KTE-5266 was discovered during social media surveillance of the state of California. On 2/5/2018, a large amount of notes were discovered within Brighton High School with no indication of their application beforehand. All notes informed the public of 5266-Bravo, and were signed by KTE-5266. Assessment Team 618 arrived on 2/7/2018, closed the institution to civilian entry, and quarantined the gymnasium containing 5266-Bravo.
Assessment Team 618 conducted a number of experiments regarding 5266-Bravo, but were interrupted by the manifestation of notes from KTE-5266 threatening to take action against GOC Operatives and their attempts at intervention. Following these notes, on 2/13/2018, Operative 1570SB24/618 vanished during a routine test of 5266-Bravo. Experimentation was suspended, as KTE-5266 admitted to abduction of the Operative through a note.
5266-Charlie was discovered on 2/11/2018, and was successfully liquidated through a vehicle crusher on 2/17/2018 after routine testing to confirm the anomaly.
5266-Delta was discovered on 2/8/2018 hiding in a classroom. The humanoid was successfully transferred into GOC custody with little resistance. Interrogation of 5266-Delta revealed its relations to KTE-5266.
PSYCHE Records
The following investigation was completed on 2/13/2018.
Parathreat Investigation Special Observer: Liaison "Pepperoni" 5ZZ32739/618
Overview: An omnipresent entity with paranormal abilities inhabiting an educational institution in California, USA has been identified.
Parathreat Evidence: Through review of all notes signed by the entity, a stated goal of "protecting" and "maintaining" the institution of Brighton High School is implied. However, due to the abduction of Operative 1570SB24/618 "Masochist" during Experiment 5266-5, this "goal" should not be taken at face value. The abducted Operative posed no threat to Brighton High or its students.
Interrogation of students and employees of this school have not been conclusive. Many have denied the existence of the entity, despite its apparent connection to the school being in its signature.
Suggested Response/Requests: Keep the school closed. Stop hallway testing. I will make attempts to bargain for the return of Masochist when I receive the go-ahead, but until then, keep the gym up. I recommend removing the doors on both ends, for extra safety.
As for the humanoid, keep it alive for a bit longer. We'll need all the information we can get about the main threat entity from it.
Oh, also, get the truck crushed over the weekend, to get it out of the way.
Following this investigation, GOC Operatives ended testing of 5266-Bravo, removed all doors from the location, and drafted instructions to destroy the gymnasium after attempts to retrieve Operative 1570SB24/618 have been made. 5266-Charlie was successfully liquidated. Further interrogation of 5266-Delta was attempted, with limited results.
The following documents contain the full transcripts of all unique notes obtained from KTE-5266.
Printed 2/5/2018
Hello Brighton Students,
Do you want to help keep our school running smoothly?
If so, we are hosting auditions in the Sports Gym. There is no need to schedule an appointment. You can come in at any time, any date.
To audition, you must enter from either end of the hallway in the Sports Gym. You must walk directly to the opposite end, and enter through the glowing white doors. No one else can come with you.
We look forward to watching your auditions, and wish you all the best of luck.
- [KTE-5266]
Printed 2/13/2018
Dear Brighton Students,
Due to unexpected interference, we will no longer be taking auditions at this time.
We apologize for the inconvenience.
- [KTE-5266]
On 2/14/2018, the first notes addressed to the GOC directly were discovered. It is of note that Operative 1570SB24/618 is referred to by his former code name. No action was taken to decrease intervention attempts following this note.
Printed 2/14/2018
To The Global Occult Coalition,
Your interference with the proper functioning of Brighton High School is not acceptable.
You have taken our substitute without consent. Therefore, we have taken Dong Man in retaliation.
We will hold onto Dong Man until our substitute is returned and you leave Brighton.
Once the interference ends, we will return Dong Man, free of charge.
No more warnings will be given.
- [KTE-5266]
PHYSICS Records
The following interview took place within 5266-Bravo, between Liaison 5ZZ32739/618 and KTE-5266.
Recorded Interview Log:
Date: 2/18/2018
Interviewer: Liaison 5ZZ32739/618 "Pepperoni"
Interviewed: KTE-5266Preamble: Liaison 5ZZ32739/618 shouted questions addressed to KTE-5266 within 5266-Bravo. The entity responded through its notes.
Liaison: Good morning, "Keep Brighton Functioning Committee". I would like to ask you a few questions on behalf of the Global Occult Coalition. Can you hear me and respond?
Liaison 5ZZ32739/618 waits five minutes until a note manifests in front of him.
KTE-5266: To Pepperoni, on behalf of Brighton High School and its students and staff, we formally request The Global Occult Coalition to return our substitute and vacate the premises afterwards. Dong Man will be returned to your organization following your removal from Brighton High School.
Liaison: Unfortunately, we cannot leave without our Operative. If you return him, we will be more willing to strike a deal.
KTE-5266: To Pepperoni, we will hold onto Dong Man as collateral. When The Global Occult Coalition returns our substitute and leaves, we will return your soldier, free of charge.
Liaison: I'm sorry, but my superiors insist on receiving our Operative back first. Once he is returned, we will strike a deal in your favor.
KTE-5266: To Pepperoni, we do not trust your organization enough to believe in the ceasing of interference following your retrieval of Dong Man. When The Global Occult Coalition returns the substitute and leaves, only then will Dong Man be returned.
Liaison: Perhaps we can compromise? If you give us back our Operative, we could, um… return your substitute.
KTE-5266: To Pepperoni, a compromise is reachable. If The Global Occult Coalition returns our substitute, we will return Dong Man afterwards. Then you will be able to leave in entirety.
Liaison: I am open to this proposal, but I'll have to discuss it with my superiors. How do you want the transaction to occur?KTE-5266: To Pepperoni, to retrieve Dong Man, you must leave the substitute in the hallway you are currently in, and close all doors. We will perform the exchange and notify you of its completion.
Liaison: I will notify my superiors about this proposal. Is there anything else you would like to say?
KTE-5266: To Pepperoni, Brighton High School is a long-standing educational institution. The Global Occult Coalition has no right to interrupt its smooth function.
Epilogue: Further questions asked by Liaison 5ZZ32739/618 were not responded to.
Following the interview, a formal request was submitted to perform the exchange detailed above. As 5266-Delta proved uncooperative and unhelpful towards GOC Operatives, due to the little amount of information gained from the entity, the proposal was approved.
The following mission took place on 2/20/2018 involving the retrieval of Operative 1570SB24/618 in exchange for 5266-Delta.
AT/ST Patrol Report (Debrief) Involved Assessment/Strike Team:
Assessment Team 618, Strike Team 8104
Filing Operative:
BXDJX945/8104 "Toyota Civic"
Mission (Location/Objective):
To retrieve Operative 1570SB24/618 "Masochist" from KTE-5266-Bravo through the exchanging of KTE-5266-Delta, at Brighton High School in California, USA.
Encounter Report/Enemy Description:
The doors removed from 5266-Bravo were returned and reinstalled. 5266-Delta was delivered to the interior of 5266-Bravo, and was prevented from leaving through the barricading of all doorways before the mission. Teams 618 and 8104 would then wait for further instruction.
Results:
5266-Delta was "returned" to 5266-Bravo. After five minutes, a note signed by KTE-5266 appeared, stating the return of Operative 1570SB24/618. When Strike Team 8104 entered 5266-Bravo, the Operative was found alive. 5266-Delta could not be located.
Personnel Condition:
Masochist is in good physical condition, but suffering from delusions and hallucinations. When asked about what happened during his time with KTE-5266, Masochist said that he never left 5266-Bravo, and was stuck inside for only three hours, unable to open any doors. Masochist could not explain the knowledge of him that KTE-5266 obtained, but stated that he "kind of wishes he stuck with Dong Man instead".
Conclusions/Recommendations:
KTE-5266-Delta is considered lost. Operative 1570SB24/618 was immediately relocated to a secure location for possible medical treatment. Assessment Team 618 was dismissed, and replaced by Strike Team 8104 for future engagement of KTE-5266.
PTOLEMY Records
On 2/21/2018, the following AOD Requirement Application was filed and approved. The requested materials arrived on 2/26/2018 under a GOC front company.
Quartermasters Division-AOD-5266 Item Designation Title Qty 1 +1Gen-KWT88 Kenworth T880 Dump Truck 2 Notes: Vehicles intended to transport rubble from the Site following liquidation. Both vehicles delivered and returned successfully. 2 +1Gen-56-BM 5kg TNT Stick 94 Notes: 3 +1Gen-ZQLMK Name Amount Notes: 4 85090 Name Amount Notes:
PSYCHE Records
On 2/24/2018, a number of notes from KTE-5266 were recovered, addressed to Strike Team 8104. The notes indicated knowledge of future demolition plans regarding the gymnasium containing 5266-Bravo.
Printed 2/24/2018
To The Global Occult Coalition,
We know you are trying to destroy Brighton High School's gymnasium.
Despite the reunification with your soldier, which you have stated is necessary for the removal of The Global Occult Coalition, you have not left Brighton.
You have broken your promise.
We will not play nice anymore. If you do not leave immediately and let our buildings remain standing, you will face legal repercussions.
No more warnings will be given.
- [KTE-5266]
On 2/25/2018, civilian law enforcement arrived with a warrant for the arrest of Operative 43611FFC/8104 "Single". The warrant claimed that the Operative stole a civilian vehicle, which he was the legal owner of. However, analysis of its registration papers proved that the vehicle did not belong to Operative "Single". To avoid an altercation, the Operative was surrendered to civilian police and arrested, and the vehicle towed.
Operative 43611FFC/8104 was ceremoniously reprimanded for the theft of a civilian vehicle.
On 2/27/2018, a number of notes threatening more legal action were discovered. Due to this, it is believed that KTE-5266 was responsible for the arrest of Operative "Single" by manipulating civilian documents. The Rules of Engagement have been updated to prevent possible information leakage by forbidding conversation regarding the deconstruction operation. All such conversation must take place at least one kilometer from Brighton High School.
Printed 2/27/2018:
To The Global Occult Coalition,
Despite the demise of one of your soldiers, you have still not left.
Therefore, more action will be taken.
If you wish to receive an end to the conflict, you must vacate Brighton High School immediately.
Otherwise, you will face more consequences.
No more warnings will be given.
- [KTE-5266]
On 2/28/2018, destruction of the gymnasium containing 5266-Bravo began. The surrounding area was not cleared of civilians, as the destruction was given an appropriate cover story. Destruction was completed the same day, with 5266-Bravo considered successfully liquidated. No messages from KTE-5266 were recovered during this time.
The next day, on 3/1/2018, civilian law enforcement arrived with arrest warrants regarding all members of Strike Team 8401. A verbal altercation started, as the Operatives denied the charges, which included vandalism and public nuisance. Operative GGW57015/8104 "Quart" attempted to defuse the situation by aiming his standard issue weapon at a civilian police officer. The civilian reacted violently by pulling out a weapon and attempting to murder the Operative. A violent shootout began, leading to the deaths of five Operatives and nine civilians.
PTOLEMY Records
| [Public Relations and Information Concealment] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Sender | Operative BXDJX945/8104 | Recipient | P |
| Subject | 5266 | ||
| This is Toyota Civic. After the altercation with the police, I am requesting assistance with the cover story you prepared for us. Specifically, I found a few flaws. First of all, the part about us being gang members is not believable in the slightest. We were dressed in full military gear, not in bandanas. The survivors will confirm this. Second, those warrants are still out there. We're still wanted by the law for things we didn't do. Also, the threat entity is still here. It sent us letters again about how we have "cop blood on our hands". It's so frustrating because they were the ones who set us up. We're the victims. They framed us. What were we supposed to do? We couldn't let our team get locked up for false charges brought upon us by the threat entity. |
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