Chicken Little's Vindication
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Item #: SCP-XXXX

Object Class: Euclid

Special Containment Procedures: SCP-XXXX is to be contained at Warehouse-03 of Site-77, with the ignition key being stored in a medium-value containment locker.

SCP-XXXX-A cannot be moved from its original location, as such, it is remotely monitored for any changes in behavior. Any information about SCP-XXXX-A being released to public or media outlets is to be discredited under Cover Story 52B (Photoshop Hoax).

Description: SCP-XXXX is an JLG 4045R electric scissor lift entirely constructed from paper and duct tape. SCP-XXXX maintains the weight, density and sturdiness expected of a non-anomalous scissor lift. Analysis on samples of the paper taken reveal no inherent anomalous properties. SCP-XXXX also lacks an apparent power source and can be operated without one.

The standard scissor lift has a max operating ability of 20 meters. When pushed beyond this limit, additional legs will extend from the bottom of the base of SCP-XXXX, allowing the platform to extend higher from the ground. It's currently unknown of the limit of which SCP-XXXX can reach. Upon descending, all additional legs will sink back into the base.

If SCP-XXXX ascends above 20 meters, all subjects onboard the platform will experience an perceptual abnormality:

  • All buildings and man-made structures appear to be made of cardboard, with doors and windows been drawn on them with permanent marker.
  • Landscapes will be replaced by modeling clay, with colors and textures which emulate the natural terrain.
  • Bodies of water appearing of cut portions of blue fabric, with the ocean gaining the appearance of multiple dark blue blankets being layered on top of one another.
  • Humans, animals, vehicles and other inanimate objects will be represented by plastic figurines. These figurines are stationary and will change position if not actively observed. Airborne objects such as planes and birds will be hung in the air by one or multiple strands of string1.
  • The sky will manifest as a large sheet of blue construction paper. Sun, moon and stars will appear in accordance with the day and night cycle. Clouds appear as balls of white cotton taped to the surface of the sheet.

These abnormalities is able to be viewed both in direct and indirect2 viewing, and is invisible to observers not onboard the platform. All perceptual abnormalities cease when the platform goes under 20 meters.

SCP-XXXX-A is an anomaly located 85 kilometres from ground level at coordinates 33°31'39.8"N 117°38'37.0"W, with a measurement of 4 meters in height and 3.5 meters in length. SCP-XXXX-A is both present in and outside of the perceptual abnormality of SCP-XXXX. SCP-XXXX-A appears to observers as "cracks" suspended in midair. Stars and galaxies are visible in the outline of these cracks. It is unknown if SCP-XXXX-A is a direct portal to interstellar space, as no significant atmospheric pressure differential has been detected around the anomaly. The majority of SCP-XXXX-A have been covered with pieces of commercially-available duct tape.

SCP-XXXX and SCP-XXXX-A were discovered in an isolated prairie in Orange County, California when an anonymous tip was reported to a Foundation front company regarding an 'infinite scissor lift'. Agents were dispatched to area and found SCP-XXXX, a used roll of duct tape and empty wrappers of chewing gum.

A note was taped to the back of SCP-XXXX, the messages read as follows:

Hello Jailers, normally I wouldn't reach out to you like this (or much less give you some of my stuff so easily) but a mistake on my part forced myself to take action. Look up high enough and you'll see it.

I wanted to make sure that my art was in working order so I took it outside for a test drive. I boosted up high to take a picture but that was the problem, didn't know the sky had a limit. I did my best to repair the damage but it's a mess. Now it's not cool anymore.

To tell you the truth, I didn't want to this. I feel dirty just thinking about giving my babies to you. But I'm stumped, I can't for the life of me figure out of how this happened. As much as I hate to admit it, out of all the organizations in the world that could potentially fix this, it'll be you.

This is an exception. Don't expect further contact.

-Smiles

Addendum: The following was recovered from torn pieces of paper found in the area.

Title: A Brand New Perspective

Requirements:

  • 1000 rolls of mural paper
  • 1 large roll of duct tape
  • A bucket of giraffe saliva (From the Giraffidae family only)
  • An art piece created from a child that still is, or was once loved (Provided by me)
  • An conceptual/metaphysical symbol reminiscent of abstract thought
  • 1 pair of sneakers that traveled to all seven continents of the world (doesn't matter which brand)
  • A bottle of glue…

…Most people I came in contact with contributed to the “game” by being self-righteous gatekeepers, drifting in ignorance like sheep, or just being a dick and usurp the power all too themselves. At that point I just realized it was all politics with no substance…

…The purpose of the arts and crafts motif is symbolic for two reasons: 1. It shows that society is both flimsy and pretty, although it’s all just show. A perfect example of an “paper tiger.” and 2. Shows people that you’re your own artist and the world is yours to play…

…Despite all that, there are still gems hidden in the soil…

…These pieces, like my other works, will be displayed privately in venues, meetings, I’ll even show it off to remote ends of the world if I can. Art has to be remembered in the sincerest form. You can’t leave a lasting impression on anyone if their mind is wiped by the men in black, now can…

Final Note: When this project is finished, I’ll test out my art to make sure nothing is of amiss. I would never forgive myself if anyone or anything got hurt because of my doing. Therefore, I’ll be solely responsible for the construction, testing and deliverance. I’ll post more updates when I get results.

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