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Item #: SCP-XXXX
Special Containment Procedures: SCP-XXXX is to be contained within a standard low-security containment locker. When not undergoing testing, latex gloves are required to handle SCP-XXXX to avoid exposure to its anomalous effects.
Access to SCP-XXXX is freely available to any Foundation personnel provided they submit a written request form to the Provisional Site 122 research team. Following Incident KR-3NR, only D-Class personnel are permitted to make direct physical contact with SCP-XXXX, and only for the express purposes of testing.
Description: SCP-XXXX is a nondescript stainless steel spoon of unknown origin. It bears no markings of manufacture or branding, and testing has revealed a composition of 99% stainless steel alloy with no known anomalous materials.
SCP-XXXX's anomalous properties become apparent after direct contact with the object is made. Immediately after exposure, the subject will notice a change in their personal food preferences to the extent that a food which they have tried previously but found unpalatable will suddenly become extremely appetizing. This effect is most noticeable during the first 24 hours but gradually subsides from a strong craving to a typical food preference. This effect appears to be limited to only the first time a subject comes into contact with SCP-XXXX
SCP-XXXX's effects appear to be permanent, although the use of Class B or higher amnestics has proven effective in reversing the change if administered within a short time-frame of the initial exposure.
To date, SCP-XXXX's effects have only been observed in humans, however further testing may be required to determine if the effect is capable of manifesting in dolphins and other intelligent animals.
The use of gloves or other means of indirect contact appears to prevent SCP-XXXX's anomalous effects from manifesting.
Testing Logs
Subject: D-34248
Date: January 7th, 20██
Test Results: D-34248 was instructed to enter the testing chamber and make contact with SCP-XXXX. Upon entering the chamber, D-34248 picked up SCP-XXXX and examined it for a few seconds before setting it back on the table. Upon exiting the chamber, D-34248 claimed to have an "insatiable" hunger for a fruitcake. D-34248 also claims to have previously hated fruitcake before making contact with SCP-XXXX, a fact which a later interview with D-34248's paternal grandmother appears to confirm.
Subject: D-17548
Date: January 9th, 20██
Test Results: Before entering the chamber, D-17548 was asked to provide a list of their least favorite foods. D-17548 cited celery, apple sauce, beats and meatloaf as foods which they "despised". Foundation cooking staff prepared the foods cited, and D-17548 was instructed to enter the chamber and make contact with SCP-XXXX. After making contact, D-17548 exited the chamber and provided the following interview.
The following tests were conducted over the next several weeks
| Test Date | Subject | Affected Food | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10/██ | D-41598 | Spinach | |
| 1/10/██ | D-47031 | Peanuts | D-47031's personnel file notes allergy to peanuts. Testing indicates the allergy is still present post exposure. |
| 1/11/██ | D-31250 | Eggplant | |
| 1/12/██ | D-12906 | Pineapple Pizza | Subject was asked to pick up SCP-XXXX a second time. No additional change of food taste was noted. |
| 1/12/██ | D-57512 | Candy Corn | |
| 1/13/██ | D-57512 | Subject was brought back the next day and no additional food appetite changes were noticed upon second contact. | |
| 1/13/██ | D-00134-FC | Test subject is a cockatiel. A full array of bird seed and other foods was prepared and offered both before and after testing. No change noted and followup testing shows no change in food consumption preference or habits. | |
| 1/13/██ | D-00135-FC | Test subject is a small miniature dachshund. A full array of dog food, including two foods the subject was known not to like were prepared and offered both before and after testing. No change in preference noted in followup testing. | |
| 1/19/██ | Dr. Varan | Brussel Sprouts | SCP-XXXX's effects have been deemed beneficial and may prove to be a useful moral booster. Access for low-level staff approved. |
| 1/19/██ | Researcher Rees | Angel Hair Pasta | |
| 1/16/██ | MTF-F7-329 | Steak | |
| 1/19/██ | [Redacted] | Ice Cream | Researcher name redacted upon request |
| 1/24/██ | MTF-3F-312 | Peas | |
| 2/2/██ | Dr. Johnson | Tuna Fish | |
| 2/7/██ | Researcher. Kleinen | Black Liquorice | |
| 2/9/██ | Researcher ██████ | Rocks | Testing on non-D-Class personnel suspended until further notice. See incident log KR-3NR |
