Item #: SCP-XXXX
Object Class: Safe
Special Containment Procedures:
SCP-XXXX requires no special storage arrangements beyond those imposed by a 12m shipping container. Currently SCP-XXXX is held in secure storage at Site-15. Instances of SCP-XXXX-B are not to be handled without express authorization from Dr. ████.
Only Class-D Personnel are to be used as implantation hosts for instances of SCP-XXXX-B unless under extenuating circumstances.
Should an instance of SCP-XXXX-B require recovery from a host, utmost care is to be taken by the performing surgeon that no damage comes to the instance of SCP-XXXX-B. Class-D host is expendable.
Description:
Cargo ship on which SCP-XXXX was discovered
SCP-XXXX is a shipping container of unknown origin and ownership.
SCP-XXXX has no unique markings and outwardly appears to be an ordinary shipping container (ISO Container Identity markings are missing).
Internally, SCP-XXXX is a mobile medical cabin specifically configured for cranial/neurological implantation procedures. Based on the layout and workstations within, the space is intended to be staffed by at least two (2) individuals. Foundation Researchers have concluded that these staff members are most likely a Medical Technician and Computer Programmer. Whether these individuals were to be part of a larger organization or acting alone is unknown at this time.
Cataloging of shipping container contents revealed:
- Seven-Hundred-and-Sixty-One (761) individual examples of a neurological implant (Henceforth referred to as 'instances of SCP-XXXX-B')
- A medical bed complete with restraints.
- Specialized implantation tools, a robotic surgical assistance device along with general medical supplies.
- A computer system of unknown manufacturer and model. (Henceforth referred to as ' the computer' - Does not require ████████ to access).
- Several ring binder folders of documentation.
Despite a thorough inspection upon acquisition of SCP-XXXX no manufacturers details, logos or discernible products have been found within SCP-XXXX. All contents are either generic untraceable items or manufactured by an unknown source.
Instances of SCP-XXXX-B are pill shaped metal objects about 6mm in length. Each instance of SCP-XXXX-B is numbered in print on the implant itself. The neurological method of their effect is unknown at this time. Instances of SCP-XXXX-B are delicate and can be damaged through improper handling.
Once an instance of SCP-XXXX-B is implanted into the brain of a human subject (Henceforth referred to as 'the host'), and activated, the host loses all awareness (subjectively being rendered unconscious) and will carry out the behavior programmed into the implant. During this time the host is unresponsive to any stimulus unrelated to its programmed task. This includes injury and pain. Once the implant is deactivated, host will regain awareness and have no memory of the time between activation and deactivation.
The documentation contained within SCP-XXXX outlines the implantation procedure and operation of the computer. The computers primary purpose appears to be a programming interface allowing instances of SCP-XXXX-B to be assigned behavior.
Using the programming interface, the instances of SCP-XXXX can be:
Activated or deactivated
Assigned behavior in the form of a set of instructions
Monitored in overview: The status of its current program and vital signs of the host are available
Along with the instances of SCP-XXXX-B in Foundation possession, Two-Hundred-and-Thirty-Nine (239) instances are unaccounted for as of ██/██/████.
Of the missing SCP-XXXX-B instances Thirty-Nine(39) are shown to be active. The location of the hosts for these instances is unknown.
Experiments using missing instances of SCP-XXXX-B require authorization from two(2) members of senior research staff
Experiments using missing instances of SCP-XXXX-B are Forbidden at present time.
Current tests on Class-D personnel have revealed that a wide range of tasks and behaviors can be
programmed including most types of manual labor as well as many other tasks and duties (See Experiment Log 17-B-1 for details).
Log 17-B-1-001
Host : D-1588-8455
Date : ██/██/████
Outline:
D-1588-8455 underwent implantation of SCP-XXXX-B under the guidance of attending surgeon [DATA EXPUNGED].
Following implantation procedure a simple task was programmed into D-1588-8455's instance of SCP-XXXX-B: Moving storage boxes from one area of the test environment to another.
Observations:
Upon Activation of SCP-XXXX-B, D-1588-8455 became unresponsive to outside influence and began the work of carrying a storage box between the designated locations. Attempts to hinder progress of D-1588-8455 were met with failure. D-1588-8455 simply pushes past anyone obstructing the programmed path and shows no awareness the obstructing individuals are even present.
During several interactions researchers were able to dislodge the storage box in transit from the hands of D-1588-8455. If the box was able to be recovered D-1588-8455 would simply pick up the box and continue. If the box was removed before D-1588-8455 could recover it D-1588-8455 would return to the pick-up point and collect another box
D-1588-8455 ceased activity and became unresponsive upon completion of task
Outcome:
Deactivation of D-1588-8455 met with immediate return of awareness. D-1588-8455 shows no signs of harm or abnormal effect as a result of test
Log 17-B-1-002
Host : D-1573-4405
Date : ██/██/████
Outline:
D-1573-4405 underwent implantation of SCP-XXXX-B using only the computers automated implantation procedure.
Following implantation procedure a simple task was programmed into D-1573-4405's instance of SCP-XXXX-B: Prevent any individual from entering a specific room of the test environment (henceforth referred to as "the Target Room").
Observations:
Upon Activation of SCP-XXXX-B, D-1573-4405 became unresponsive to outside influence and moved to the entrance of the target room. Attempts to simply walk into the target room were met with proportional resistance from D-1573-4405. Entry at this level of force was impossible. D-1573-4405 demonstrated the ability to track the location and actions of other individuals visually but showed no signs of any deeper self-awareness.
Increasing the amount of force employed to enter the target room is met with an increase in the degree of resistance D-1573-4405 enacts. Physical Violence is met like for like. Several researchers received minor injuries such as bruising through these attempts.
D-1573-4405 ceases activity if no attempts are made to enter the target room. D-1573-4405 does not initiate confrontation with anyone not actively attempting to enter the target room, even those who have made a previous attempt.
Outcome:
Deactivation of D-1573-4405 met with immediate return of awareness. D-1573-4405 complains of extremely painful hands and wrists. Upon examination several broken bones are diagnosed. D-1573-4405 Showed no sign of discomfort while in "activated" condition
Log 17-B-1-003
Hosts : D-1573-4405, ███ ████████ (Catering staff member at Site-15)
Date : ██/██/████
Outline:
Following outcomes of "simple" tests, Dr. ████ expressed curiosity about the capabilities for instances of SCP-XXXX-B to be programmed with complex tasks.
With the assistance of [Redacted], who is now the programmer with most experience with SCP-XXXX, Dr. ████ went about programming the host D-1573-4405 to perform abdominal surgery. The patient would be ███ ████████ of the sites catering staff (Henceforth reffered to as "Patient 01") who was in need of bowel surgery to remove a tumerous growth.
Patient 01 has also been implanted with an instance of SCP-XXXX-B to further test the hosts reaction to physiological damage while in the 'active' state. No anesthesia will be administered during the surgery. Patient 01's instance of SCP-XXXX-B has been programmed to simply lie on the operating table.
Observations:
D-1573-4405 Begins the procedure by making an incision (approx 5 inches in length) horizontally across the lower abdomen of Patient 01. Patient 01 shows no sign of reaction or even awareness to this injury.
D-1573-4405 continues with the procedure, clamping off blood vessels for the segment of bowel tissue intended to be removed. Patient 01's vital signs are being carefully monitored by Dr. ████ and show no cause for concern.
During removal of bowel segment containing tumerous growth Patient 01 begins to suffer drop in blood pressure indicating significant blood loss. D-1573-4405 does not show any sign of addressing this issue and continues with the programmed surgical procedure. Dr. ████ allows for several minutes of observation before deactivating D-1573-4405 and having attending surgeon [Data Expunged] fix the bleed and continue the procedure.
Patient 01 appears conscious throughout but shows no signs of distress or awareness.
Outcome:
Patient 01 was deactivated following the conclusion of the procedure. Complained immediately of extreme pain and was administered opiate analgesics immediately. Surgical outcome following the intervention of [Data Expunged] appears to be satisfactory. Follow up examinations by Dr. ████ will follow at 3 months.
D-1573-4405 shows no sign of ill effect. During an interview following the procedure D-1573-4405 stated that he had no experience of the events that transpired. Has retained none of the knowledge programmed into the implant and simply describes a gap in memory.
Research team concludes that complex tasks are possible using SCP-XXXX-B but hosts ability to react to dynamic changes in circumstance are not intrinsically present. Further testing is required to determine if such eventualities can be addressed in the programming of SCP-XXXX-B
Log 17-B-1-004
Hosts [Data Expunged] (US Citizen - recovered posthumously)
Date : ██/██/████
Outline:
Dr. ███ Wishes to determine the status and location of the missing instances of SCP-XXXX-B. With this goal in mind the computer is to be used to program and activate one of the missing implants.
The task will be simple. Locate a telephone and call a number the Research team will add to the implants program. The number is that of a pre-paid "burner" phone purchased for the purpose of this experiment.
Once the host makes contact with the Foundation it is to reveal its location and await acquisition by Foundation personnel. Further testing will be performed at Site-15
Observations:
SCP-XXXX-B Instance #0633 was activated at 14:32 EST. Computer indicates that implant #0633 host has switched status to 'active'. Due to having no idea of the location or circumstance of the host Dr. ███ can not give estimates on how long until the host may make contact.
At 14:36 EST Computer indicated that host of #0633 status has switched from 'active' to 'deceased'. Implant control software reverts to default status.
Outcome
Following subsequent investigation of the timeline. The host death coincided with the crash of a Cessna light aircraft in [Redacted], The body of pilot [Data Expunged] was recovered by Foundation personnel and was found to be implanted with a now damaged instance of SCP-XXXX-B. Why this individual was implanted is unknown at present. Further investigations are ongoing.
As a result of this outcome no experiments with missing instances of SCP-XXXX-B are to be conducted under any circumstances
Acquisition:
SCP-XXXX was discovered during a cargo ship inspection by customs officials at [Redacted] Port on date: ██/██/████. The presence of SCP-XXXX was not reflected in the ships manifest or any records at either the departing port [Redacted], or [Redacted].
Addendum:
To: 05 Council
From: Dr. ████
Subject: Applications of SCP-XXXX
After comprehensive study of the documents discovered with SCP-XXXX we believe it's purpose to be creating a worker who can be free from the monotonous experience of their labor.
However, abuse potential for this technology is immediately apparent. While it is true these implants could be used to liberate manual laborers from the toil of their work, instances of SCP-XXXX-B need never be deactivated: The result of misuse in this manner would render the hosts as perpetual slaves. A permanent state of programmed control.
Testing has revealed that so long as basic sustenance is received, the host suffers no ill effect physically from remaining in the activated state.
Experiments into the effects of sleep deprivation during implant activation are ongoing.
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