Per 
Interviewed: SCP-6196
Interviewer: Dr. Robyn Rexler
Foreword: Interview proceeding recapture of SCP-███ as well as the apprehension of SCP-6196
<Begin Log, [Time-2200]>
Dr. Rexler: Can you state your name for the log?
Foreword: Individual looks confused; squinting and tilting its head to the right.
Dr. Rexler: You offered yourself for containment—Did you know where this site was located prior to arrival?
Foreword: Individual becomes curious; leaning forward in it's chair and moving it's lips as if sounding out words.
Dr. Rexler: Are you—capable of speech?
SCP-6196: I am—when it is advantageous for me.
Foreword: Individual speaks with a deeply African dialect.
Dr. Rexler: What advantages could you garnish from capture?
Foreword: Individual falls back in its chair and chuckles before flashing a set of razor sharp canines toward Dr. Rexler
SCP-6196: I am hoping it will be time—well spent.
Foreword: Dr. Rexler visibly relaxes in their chair; smiling engagingly toward the individual.
Dr. Rexler: Who are you? Why are you here?
Foreword: Individual adjusts in its seat, then speaks out again.
SCP-6196: I am called Inkolo. But I wish to answer your question with a question.
Foreword: The Doctor is visibly concerned; furrowing their brow inward and staring at the individual.
SCP-6196: Can you tell me why you’re here?
Foreword: Doctor glances down toward their notepad and scribbles a short passive while speaking.
Dr. Rexler: I'm here to interview you before we place you into containment. I was sent in to gauge and test your mental stability as well as your overall threat level.
Foreword: Individual chuckles; which reverberates off of the walls of the interrogation unit.
SCP-6196: Tests—Life is made up of tests, you know; tests of strength, tests of will, tests of patience. Tests that always lead to one place, prosperity and abundance. But for prosperity to exist, humanity and nature must live in a—harmonious syncopation with one another.
Dr. Rexler: And you believe that this—syncopation is possible?
Foreword: Individual smirks; baring the harsh edge of its canines once more.
SCP-6196: That, dear Robyn, is why I am here. It seems you and I have adjourning interests, Dr. Rexler. For you see, you may think you’re here to test me. But it is I who is here to test all of you…
<End Log, [Time-2255]>
Closing Statement: In closing interviews, Dr. Rexler spoke of how the individual made them feel at ease; as if talking to an old friend or family member.
Item #: SCP-6196
Object Class: Thaumiel/Keter
Special Containment Procedures: Containment Area 46A (Site Fifty-Eight) is 800 acres of land at the heart of Africa; Between [DATA EXPUNGED] The [DATA EXPUNGED] As well as the [DATA EXPUNGED]
Containment Area 46A is to be constructed with the following components:
- Reflective Holographic Panels made up in the shape of a dome around the perimeter. All panels reach a critical peak point and are to be regulated by an oscillator.
- Four Administrative and Support Area's (ASA) consisting of support facilities and living quarters for on-site staff; located at [DATA REDACTED] of the complex.
- Four Olympia Class Containment Units supplemented with reality anchors (Located within the dome and stationed at the [DATA REDACTED] ASA's)
- Outer Complex Security detail as well as surface to air missiles (SAM) on each side of the site; accompanied by automated tracking hardware.
- Six [DATA REDACTED] Fighter Jets ( Deployed from a Foundation Freighters off the coast of the South African and Indian Oceans.)
- Three Fifty Megaton Nuclear Warhead's
Any and all security personnel should be cycled out regularly; as well as all surrounding monitoring personnel. Update's to all equipment are mandated weekly; to result in optimal reaction time. Any
complaint of mental suggestion, or "Calls to arms" by personnel, is subject for immediate interview and amnestic application; if needed.
In the result of SCP-6196's activation, all on-site personnel are to be outfitted with ██-██ Assault Rifles; as well as miniaturized [DATA REDACTED] Anchors. These devices are to be activated at the first sign of PATMOS XK End of the world Scenario. Surrounding Countries, as well as the necessary major political figure heads, are to be notified of impending threat. If unable to re-contain or in the result of the execution of SCP-6196-5, detonation of on-site 50 Megaton Nuclear Warhead's is approved; which will result in the deaths of all on-site staff, Flora and Fauna.
Description: SCP-6196 consist of Six components: Four floating obsidian monoliths (SCP-6196-1 through 4) a free roaming humanoid entity (SCP-6196-5) And an edged, Obsidian blade in the shape of a greatsword. (SCP-6196-6)
SCP-6196-1 through 4 are all 228.6 m obsidian black, crystal reminiscent monoliths (500 cubits from base to peak). They are encrusted with 6 massive golden runes that are situated 80 m apart from each other; appearing to scroll down the faces of the monoliths [3 of which currently emit a glowing white light]. They are positioned exactly 100 m off of the ground and 64 m apart from one another. They have been seen rising and falling in a syncopated pattern, starting from the furthest left monolith; often letting off a low gravitational hum that will lift object and loose debris off of the ground in the surrounding area; sending it in a rotational spiral around the monoliths outer casing. The monolith grouping has a 2 km perimeter to which any and all personnel, minus SCP-6196-5, are prohibited from entering at any time.
SCP-6196-5 (Designated "Inkolo") is akin to a stocky, muscular african male in his mid twenties; who stands 2.69 m in height. He has chocolate brown skin, a bald head, with a large tightly curled, jet black beard. Although humanoid in look and feel, if turned at the right angle or if anomalous traits are activated, the being begins to shimmer an obsidian hue and feel like hard crystal; often looking more stone like than human. It speaks with an african dialect that predates most african languages; to which it has spent a great deal of time and has an expansive knowledge of, often referring to Africa as "Alkebulan". It's body consist of several runes that show similarities to SCP-6196-1 through 4 (The feet and chest runes glow a white light, while the hands and head runes remain dormant.) When angered, the lights will shine brighter, and the rune placed on the forehead will flicker as if attempting to activate.
In interviews, SCP-6196-5 has displayed high levels of intellect; often speaking with researchers about old literature or asking questions about other entities. It's favorite pastime is sitting with Director Creed and discussing the extent of SCP-6196 primary mandate; the final judgement of the human race. Director Creed often calls into question the “humanity” of 6196 to which it choreographically reply’s that “Its humanity is the reason it was chosen as Judge, jury and executioner”.
Journal Entry: Director Lucifer Creed
Subject: SCP-6196-5
These entities get stranger and stranger every year. Now we have a being that believes it is the last and final judge of humanity? What an ego driven concept. How can one being place its own sense of morality on the collective expanse of the world? Who gives it the right to rule over our day to day decisions, and gauge whether or not they are just? We don’t need judgement, we need order.
SCP-6196-5 has stated in interviews that it is well over 3000 years old, and can recollect a great deal information from its journey's across the earth.
Examples: SCP-6196-5
- It speaks of its time in Rome during its collapse often referring to it as "A failure to sustain a paradise society."
- It speaks of the various slave trade's and the choices of man to create subservient beings out of their fellow race. "The world was attempting to evolve, but subjugation only creates a fissure in the connectivity of people; and that split has left a ripple in history."
SCP-6196-5 claims to be "One of five chosen hands of chaos" and that, because of this "Birthright", it can feel when other entities like itself are nearby. This trait was later renamed "Battle Sense" By Site 58 Director Lucifer Creed. SCP-6196-5 has no recollection of how it came to be, only that there has "always a phrase in my head that spoke of the warriors that walked the ancient sands…" As well as a list of instructions; which include a destination (The Location of SCP-6196-1 through 4). In an interview with Dr. Ulysses J. Colepepper, SCP-6196-5 suddenly remembered another phrase. "The Kings of old have found new shells that shape them into the universe…" Hours after the interview, Dr Colepepper is heard repeating the phrase over and over in a staccato, almost trance like, manner; suddenly finishing it, stating "Let he who walk among their trails, be taken under his will." He later said he had no recollection of ever saying that phrase, nor what it meant; an event that lead to the discovery of SCP-6196-5 Memetic Hazard.
It has enhanced human abilities including, but not limited too:
- Heightened Human Speed (Covering a distance of 80 m in a matter of two (2) seconds)
- Heightened Human Strength (Lifting and tossing a tank (60 Tons) a distance of 4 m)
- Heightened Senses (Sight, Hearing, Smell, Taste and Feel are all greatly exaggerated with SCP-6196-5 having seen, heard, smelled and felt a Foundation jet a distance of 8.20 km away.)
- Enhanced Durability (Shifting its own personal body density to that of the obsidian monoliths; taking heavy missile fire without issue.)
- Enhanced Personal Regeneration ( Has regenerated holes and missing limbs; first appearing as the obsidian stone in the shape of a the body part, before becoming fully realized as "Flesh")
- Heightened Sense of Drive (The entity has been seen persevering through dangerous and life threatening events; such as when it was forced to fight several other instances while bombarded by sustained gun fire from a .50 caliber mounted anti-tank gun.)
- Memetic Hazard. ( Has the ability to induce calm/rage/inspiration to all those who can hear its voice. This hazard overrides the effected individuals sense of rationality and almost forces them to act in accordance to SCP-6196's will (Dependent on if the individual is willing to cooperate or is resistant to the effect.)
- "Battle Sense" Has the ability to sense other anomalous entities within a 2 km distance of itself; almost honing in on the apposing entity(s).
SCP-6196-6 is precisely 1.83 m tall from tip to pommel, and sits at a width of 1.2 ft. It is bonded obsidian, much like 6196-1 through 5, with a large rune situated between the hilt and blade. It gives off a low gravitational hum and the rune has been seen to activate when 6196-5 becomes enraged. The blade itself only responds to 6196-5's command; disappearing and reappearing out of thin air. SCP-6196-5 seems to bare a connection to the blade, and those who attempt to more or lift it, often drop under its immense weight (With variant levels of injury).
Conversation Log 6:
From: Dr. Simon Wintercrest
To: Director Lucifer Creed
Subject: SCP-6196-5/6
We tried to lift the damn thing, but it wouldn’t budge. Then when we asked 6196-5 to move it for us, it laugh; telling us “If you wish to move my blade, you must first give up what gives you power…” what the hell is that even supposed to mean? Please advise.
From: Director Lucifer Creed
To: Dr Simon Wintercrest
Subject: Re: SCP-6196-5/6
The blade itself has to be an extension of SCP-6196-5; otherwise he wouldn’t be able to summon and dissipate it at will. He likes to think he’s an intellectual but he isn’t; so don’t let him get to you. Oh and the answer is pride…
Addendum 6196-a(1-4): Experimentation re: SCP-6196 (1-4) possible kill agents
- Experiment 1: 1 Class D Personnel was instructed to move toward the monolith grouping.
Result: The entities began to hum loudly; thrumming in sequential order, from left to right. The D-class was instructed to stop, but seemed to be in a trance like state. Class D made it within a distance of 2 m before being lifted off of the ground and torn in four pieces; the body parts were individually draw into each of the monoliths, touching against its surface before disappearing inside. Reevaluation of test approach imminent.
- Experiment 2: 4 Class D Personnel were given recording devices and instructed to cross into the monolith grouping.
Result: Similar to the previous experiment. The Class D's stepped within a 2 m radius of the grouping, and were lifted into the air before being drawn toward the monolith's; touching the surface and disappearing inside. Camera feed disconnected upon envelopment.
- Experiment 3: An MTF squadron was released into the containment area and told to use automatic fire on the monoliths (aided by [DATA EXPUNGED] and 6 armored tanks.)
Result: Massive obsidian spikes appeared out of the ground beneath them; tearing through the on-site tanks (Spikes remain in place). Obsidian Golem's appeared out of the face of the obsidian spikes and tore apart the remainder of MTF's and their equipment. All of the bodies were drawn into the monoliths for unknown uses. Destroyed equipment was never retrieved. First set of runes activate at the base of the Monoliths.
- Experiment 4: Several missiles were fired from Foundation Freighters in both the South African and Indian Ocean's toward the containment zone.
Result: All missile detonated upon impact with the monoliths. Monoliths becomes partially translucent, and large cracks began to form on the surface of the structures; amorphous movement was observed taking place within the monolith shells at a distance of 2.5 km. The second glowing glyph was activated just above the last. Possible destruction method acquired.
- Experiment 5: In the coming weeks, researchers and personnel began complaining of voices in their heads, beckoning them to the containment zone.
Result: An emergency experiment was initiated after it was discovered that several Site 58 personnel were found standing just within 4 m of the monolith; their hands in the air as if in adoration of the structures. They were lifted into the air, but began to speak in unison "Four have come, One is last. Keeper of the blackened key. Turn the lock of godly hands and awaken the chaos kings." after which they are crushed into a mushy pink liquid, by unknown means, and drawn into the monoliths; The resulting action causing the shell to become opaque once more with repairs to the damaged portions concluding within four (4) hours. The third glyph was seen activating just at the conclusion of the last crack. Similarly, SCP-6196-5's runes on both feet and chest began to glow and activate permanently. No changes have been examined.
Conclusion: Due to description of the "last King" being adjacent to the description of SCP-6196-5, it is no longer permitted within the containment zone for anything short of SCP-6196's activation; an event it refers to as "The awakening of eternal duality" to which it explains that on that day of reckoning, it will be given its final choice. It will either have to awaken its brothers from their metamorphic slumber (Raining death and destruction in every corner of this galaxy) or choose the side of humanity and destroy the Obsidian judges for the good of mankind.
Addendum 6196-5-aa: SCP-6196-5 Voluntary Field Test
Test 1: Subject was told to defend itself against oncoming fire (D-Class firing squad equipped with assault rifles as well as 2 .50 caliber mounted guns)
Result: Subject summoned obsidian weapon and dispatched the firing squad; plunging its blade into one of the mounted guns before destroying the second by hand.
Test 2: Subject was asked to dissipate and re-summon its blade from one side of the complex to the other.
Result: Subject made the blade appear in several places; including Director Creed's office, which it previously had not seen, before summoning it to its hand.
Test 3: Emergency Test - Subject was asked to assist in the recapture of several escaped entities from site 58.
Result: Subject was able to re-capture instances of SCP [REDACTED] as well as SCP [REDACTED] with a missing left arm, holes in its torso and extremities, as well as missing chunks of its head. All body parts were later reconstituted within four (4) hours.
Journal Entry 17: Dr. Ulysses J. Colepepper
Subject: SCP-6196-5 Internal Conflict
SCP-6196-5 claims that the monoliths are all that is left of his former kin. During our interview, he explained that he believes at one point he and his "Brothers" were human, but were "Chosen by the fate's multiplicity." 6196-5 spoke about how initially it was their "job" to be "Heralds of judgement" and that they were to "Combat those who wish to disturb the flowing synchronicity." He claims to not view the Foundation as a threat; suggesting that many of our ideals align in the grand scheme. He went on to say that there have been several others like the Foundation, over his time-span of 3000 years, and that there will always be more; claiming that it would eventually topple like any other erected tower of justice.
Addendum 6196-5-b: SCP-6196 Involvement with MTF Squadron [DATA EXPUNGED]
Details: [DATA REDACTED]
Interviewed: SCP-6196-5 "Inkolo"
Interviewer: Director Lucifer Creed
Foreword: Both individuals stare at each other for two (2) full minutes of silence.
Director Creed: Y'know, I've been calling my own morality into question as of late; and I've come to some startling yet eye opening revelations…I don't believe you're truly a judge of humanity.
<Begin Log, [Time-1633]>
Foreword: SCP-6196-5 furrowed its brow inward.
SCP-6196: And why is that, Director Creed? Is it because of my faults? Is it because you still believe that I am so far above humanity, that I couldn't possibly judge a race of sentient beings without first having been one? Do you truly think so little of me?
Foreword: The Director leans back in his chair; and interlocked his fingers before placing them on his abdomen.
Director Creed: I think the reason why you can't be a judge of humanity is the same reason you're still lining the fence on whether, as a whole, we are good or evil. The world is made up of grey area's and we all fall into them—even you.
Foremost: SCP-6196-5 sits in silence; a smile slowly creeping across its face as it listens to the Director speak.
Director Creed: Look at you. With all of that power, and all that time spent on earth, you are still clinging to the idea that humanity has the capability to be better than it is; that it can reach the—synchronicity you talk about.
SCP-6196: Even so, how does that make or break my role as the final word?
Director Creed: Because we feel similarly to you—every single day. We make choices based off of what information we are given. We don't have power, like you or any of these other instances. We feign what we have to keep the status quo.
Foremost: SCP-6196-5 leans forward toward the Director; staring at them while squinting its eyes.
SCP-6196: So you're saying its pointless to decide your fates…
Foremost: SCP-6196-5 extends its right arm out a few meter to its right hand side; suddenly summoning its bladed weapon.
SCP-6196: That humanities overall fate is to perish without a trace. If your lives are so meaningless, then why continue the facade? Why does the Foundation do everything they can to make sure humanity continues without knowledge of beings like myself? We could end this world and have ended it a thousand times over; so why continue?
Foremost: The tip of the blade clunks forcibly into the ground. The Director doesn't react; staring back at SCP-6196-5.
Director Creed: You know the answer to that question…
SCP-6196: …Indulge me.
Foremost: The Director opens his mouth to speak but is interrupted by SCP-6196-5.
SCP-6196: Careful which words you choose, Director. You speak on behalf of all of the human race…
Foremost: Interruption - containment breach initiated. Interview concluded.
<End Log, [Time-1703]>
Closing Statement: A quote from Director Creed "The indecision of SCP-6196-5 is both concerning—and relieving to witness. Heaven knows if we've made an impact on his decision; but only time will tell."
