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Item #: SCP-XXXX

Object Class: Safe

Camera image taken from SCP-XXXX's containment cell.

SCP-XXXX in its default posture.

Special Containment Procedures:

SCP-XXXX is to be contained within a standard humanoid containment cell. Access points must utilize fingerprint or iris recognition systems. In cases where these systems are unavailable, digital keypads are an acceptable alternative.¹

Personnel within SCP-XXXX’s visual or auditory range are prohibited from handling or discussing the usage of ballistic weaponry, except in scenarios where SCP-XXXX must be tranquilized.

SCP-XXXX-1 does not require containment beyond its designation as SCP-XXXX’s commanding entity. However, SCP-XXXX-1 must avoid activities that may result in its physical harm, and remain accessible via Foundation-issued telecommunication devices. Prior to interactions with SCP-XXXX, SCP-XXXX-1 is required to undergo an evaluation conducted by qualified personnel to ensure compliance with Protocol Félicité-XXXX.

In the event of SCP-XXXX-1’s termination

Description:

SCP-XXXX is a humanoid entity measuring 180 cm in height, resembling a Caucasian woman with long blonde hair, and entirely devoid of facial features. Despite this, it exhibits responsiveness to both visual and olfactory stimuli. Metallic sutures are embedded along a portion of its spine.³ It wears a Victorian-style French maid uniform, with its hair fashioned into a bun using a metallic hairpin. It neither requires sustenance nor excretes waste and exhibits no need for sleep.

The designation SCP-XXXX-1 applies to any individual to whom SCP-XXXX has affixed its servitude and is irreversible while SCP-XXXX-1 is alive. Once designated, SCP-XXXX-1 gains the ability to issue commands, which SCP-XXXX executes to the fullest extent of its abilities. Upon the death of an SCP-XXXX-1 instance, SCP-XXXX autonomously identifies and bonds with a new SCP-XXXX-1 within 24 to 48 hours. SCP-XXXX exhibits no retaliatory behavior toward individuals responsible for the prior SCP-XXXX-1’s death. The significant variability among SCP-XXXX-1 instances has made it impossible to identify a consistent selection pattern. However, researchers hypothesize that proximity may play a role.⁴

SCP-XXXX presents physical capabilities consistent with those of a standard human, but demonstrates endurance and precision that exceed typical limits. Its behavior is restricted to commands issued by SCP-XXXX-1. When unable to perform or understand a command, or when no commands are assigned or pending, SCP-XXXX assumes a default posture.⁵ In the absence of commands, SCP-XXXX may temporarily leave this posture to perform a limited range of autonomous actions, consisting mostly of bowing and maintaining a 10 m proximity to SCP-XXXX-1. SCP-XXXX remains continually aware of SCP-XXXX-1’s location and physical state.

SCP-XXXX exhibits an exceptional aptitude for learning and memory retention. Upon initial containment, SCP-XXXX could only comprehend an archaic French dialect native to Haute-Savoie.⁶ Within one week, it acquired English proficiency at a B2-level, despite not being prompted to do so.

Addendum:

Designation Event XXXX-C: Sergeant Carnyx, Novel Behavior

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Date: ████/05/11

Time: 22:18

SCP-XXXX-1 Designation: Sergeant ████ "Carnyx" ████, Site-██ Field Containment Sergeant.

Current Status of SCP-XXXX-1: Operational casualty confirmed during mission execution. [Further details classified].

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[Training Wing, Storage area surveillance camera]

Sergeant Carnyx is seated at a workbench, dismantling standard-issue Foundation pistols. Officer Haze is standing nearby, counting stockpiles stored on shelves. SCP-XXXX enters the room, escorted by Officers Lupin and Laurel. Officer Haze pauses his work and looks at SCP-XXXX.

Sergeant Carnyx: (Without turning around) Identify yourselves.

Officer Lupin: Officers Laurel and Lupin, sir. We’re escorting SCP-XXXX.

Sergeant Carnyx: Ah! That’s Dr. Krause’s new creature. I’m guessing it's looking for a new master?

Officer Lupin: That is correct, sir.

Sergeant Carnyx: All right, carry on — Haze, get back to work.

Officer Haze resumes counting. SCP-XXXX moves across the room and adopts its default posture beside Sergeant Carnyx. Officer Haze ceases his activity, now observing SCP-XXXX with caution.

Sergeant Carnyx: What now!

Officer Laurel: Sir… You might be the new instance of SCP-XXXX-1.

Sergeant Carnyx stops his work and turns his attention to SCP-XXXX, directly meeting its featureless face. At that moment, the recoil spring he was handling slips, snapping back onto his thumb.

Sergeant Carnyx: (Grunts) Damn it! (Releases the recoil spring, which falls onto the workbench.)

SCP-XXXX looks around the room and begins moving, prompting the escort team to prepare for intervention.

Officer Lupin: (Over the radio) Dr. Krause, Officer Lupin! SCP-XXXX is moving unprompted by SCP-XXXX-1, is this normal?

Dr. Krause: (Over the radio) No? Where are you and Laurel?

Officer Lupin: (Over the radio) We're currently in the Training Wing's storage area.

Dr. Krause views the surveillance feed from her office

Dr. Krause: Let it carry out its action, but remain vigilant. Once its finished, proceed with protocol.

Officer Lupin: (Over the radio) Understood.

SCP-XXXX directs itself toward a first-aid kit on the shelves. After retrieving the kit, it returns to Sergeant Carnyx. It disinfects his thumb with an alcohol swab before applying a bandage, then returns the first-aid kit to its original location before resuming its default posture beside him.

There is a moment of silence.

Sergeant Carnyx: (Barely audible) Um… Thank you?

SCP-XXXX bows slightly.

Officer Lupin: Sir, we’re going to need you to issue the designation command. Please say, “SCP-XXXX, return to containment and await further instructions.”

Sergeant Carnyx: (Clears his throat) SCP-XXXX, return to containment and await further instructions.

SCP-XXXX exits the storage area, followed by Officers Lupin and Laurel. Sergeant Carnyx and Officer Haze stare at them in silence.

Sergeant Carnyx: (Looking at the bandage on his thumb) Maybe they aren't all useless…

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Researcher’s Note: Following this interaction, Dr. Krause instructed researchers to design experiments aimed at identifying additional autonomous behaviors SCP-XXXX may possess. These efforts have yielded the following results:

SCP-XXXX will treat physical wounds sustained by SCP-XXXX-1.
SCP-XXXX performs a curtsy consistent with 18th-century domestic etiquette when introduced to others by SCP-XXXX-1.
SCP-XXXX self-cleans, including its clothing, in the presence of washing equipment⁷ at regular intervals or when visibly soiled.
SCP-XXXX exhibits protective behavior toward SCP-XXXX-1 when SCP-XXXX-1 is physically threatened.

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Designation Event XXXX-D: D-7822, Security Incident

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Date: ████/10/16

Time: 14:25

SCP-XXXX-1 Designation: D-7822, D-Class Personnel.

Current Status of SCP-XXXX-1: Terminated

[BEGIN LOG]

[D-class barracks main entrance, Intercom camera]

SCP-XXXX and its escort, consisting of Officers Laurel and Lupin, are seen approaching.

Officer Lupin: (Over the radio) Dr. Krause, Officer Lupin. SCP-XXXX is making its way towards the D-class Barracks — Requesting authorization to proceed.

Dr. Krause: (Over the radio) Authorization granted. SCP-XXXX-1's identity is our top priority, but stay vigilant.

Officer Lupin: (Over the radio) Understood.

Officer Lupin unlocks the doors for SCP-XXXX, which proceeds inside.

[D-class barracks Hall-01, Camera 02]

SCP-XXXX halts in front of Cell 162, occupied by D-7822, an inmate with a documented history of violent behavior. D-7822 is seated on his bed, hunched over, his head hanging.

Officer Laurel: (Over the radio) Dr. Krause, Officer Laurel. SCP-XXXX-1 has been identified as D-7822.

Officer Lupin knocks on Cell 162’s door.

Officer Lupin: D-7822, repeat the following directive: “SCP-XXXX, return to containment and await further instructions.”

D-7822 does not respond. Officer Lupin knocks again, louder.

D-7822: What’s the point? I’m going to die in this hellhole anyway… I wish I could see the sun — at least one more time.

SCP-XXXX removes the metal hairpin from its bun and begins tampering with the cell’s lock.

Officer Lupin: SCP-XXXX, stand down!

Officer Lupin forcibly removes SCP-XXXX from the cell door, causing the entity to become agitated as it attempts to return to the lock. D-7822 approaches the door, observing the commotion.

D-7822: What is — wait… does it… does it do what I say? (Looking at the two Officers) Get rid of these guards!

SCP-XXXX immediately redirects its attention to Officer Lupin, grabbing his arm with considerable force and twisting it. Officer Lupin grunts in pain.

Officer Laurel: XXXX, Cease!

SCP-XXXX ignores the command and continues to assault Officer Lupin. Officer Laurel attempts to physically restrain the entity but is forced down with a kick to the knee.

Officer Laurel: (Over the radio) Requesting immediate assistance at Cell 162! Officer under attack by SCP-XXXX! Tranquilizer rounds authorized!

Officer Laurel draws his tranquilizer gun and fires a dart into SCP-XXXX’s shoulder. Although it staggers, SCP-XXXX maintains its grip on Officer Lupin, delivering repeated knee strikes to his abdomen.

D-7822 laughs maniacally.

Officer Laurel fires two additional tranquilizer darts, one striking SCP-XXXX’s back and the other its neck. SCP-XXXX’s grip loosens, and it releases Officer Lupin, before collapsing to the floor.

SCP-XXXX is securely restrained and transported back to its containment cell under heavy sedation. D-7822 is removed from the area and transferred for immediate termination.

[SCP-XXXX containment unit, Cell camera]

As SCP-XXXX regains consciousness, it resumes its agitated state, repeatedly applying force to the containment cell’s door. It abruptly ceases and adopts its default posture.

Approximately two minutes later, the termination of D-7822 was confirmed via radio.

[END LOG]

Security Note: Site██'s Security Department has demanded the following containment and security protocol revisions:

SCP-XXXX is to be restrained with handcuffs and leg cuffs when outside its containment cell.
Interactions between SCP-XXXX and SCP-XXXX-1 are to be restricted to viewings through the observation window and auditory exchanges via the speaker system. These restrictions may only be bypassed if authorized by Dr. Krause.
Personnel within SCP-XXXX's visual or auditory range are prohibited from handling weaponry, discussing weapon usage, or demonstrating combat techniques.
Key-card access points within SCP-XXXX's containment environment are to be replaced with systems offering enhanced security.

Despite SCP-XXXX's proficiency in bypassing various locks using its hairpin, researchers have advised against confiscating the accessory. Removal of the hairpin could result in SCP-XXXX resorting to unpredictable and potentially violent methods to bypass doors.

Researcher’s Note: Following the incident, Dr. Krause has directed research to focus on SCP-XXXX’s cognitive framework. To facilitate this, SCP-XXXX has been instructed in ASL in order to enable structured interviews. Initial results indicate that SCP-XXXX has rapidly acquired a comprehension of the language. However, it consistently fails to respond to prompts requiring introspective reasoning.

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Security Department Meeting ████/02/28: Regarding SCP-XXXX
Designation Event XXXX-F: Dr. Krause, Cognition Demonstration

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Date: ████/02/28

Time: 17:32

SCP-XXXX-1 Designation: Dr. ████ ████ Krause, Head Researcher, SCP-XXXX Containment and Analysis.

Current Status of SCP-XXXX-1: Remains Head Researcher assigned to SCP-XXXX.

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[Security Department, Meeting Room camera 02]

Three Security Lieutenants sit at a large table facing Dr. Krause and her colleague, Dr. Millers.

Dr. Krause: Thank you for granting us this meeting, gentlemen. We would like to express our concerns about SCP-XXXX’s current containment protocols. Specifically involving its physical restraints and isolation from SCP-XXXX-1. We believe a change is necessary as they actively hinder our research and are, for lack of a better word, ridiculous. These measures treat SCP-XXXX as a safety threat when its behavior consistently aligns with obedient and passive observation.

Lieutenant Cobalt: (Sighs) Krause, SCP-XXXX is a potential safety threat. Need I remind you of D-7822? In addition, it has proven itself more than capable in disarming during your simulated tests on Carnyx, bless his soul.

Dr. Krause opens her mouth to respond when her radio beeps. She excuses herself and answers.

Officer Molly: (Over the radio) Dr. Krause, Officer Molly. SCP-XXXX is showing signs of designation behavior. Requesting authorization to proceed with escort protocol.

Dr. Krause: (Over the radio) Authorization granted. Please try to not disturb me further. Just follow the protocol.

Officer Molly: (Over the radio) Understood.

She hangs up and faces the lieutenants.

Dr. Krause: This is exactly my point! Trained guards, needing permission to escort an oblivious entity?

Lieutenant Cobalt: If it’s so mindless, how do you explain its autonomous actions?

Dr. Millers: Sir, if I may, results suggest these behaviors to be pre-encoded — some sort of intrinsic “program”, if you will.

Lieutenant Cobalt: Everything is always suggested by you researchers. Meanwhile, SCP-XXXX has harmed people. You will need to provide proof of this supposed harmlessness, not theories.

Dr. Krause: I’m glad you brought this up, Lieutenant. We are not suggesting SCP-XXXX is harmless, much like a hammer isn't harmless. But is similarly subject to the will of its wielder. Our recent experiments have specifically addressed these concerns. (Reaching into her briefcase) Despite being hindered by the current containment protocols, (pulls out a few annotated papers) we’ve found a way for SCP-XXXX to—

Dr. Krause is interrupted as the meeting room door opens. The room falls silent as SCP-XXXX enters, followed by its escort, and positions itself behind Dr. Krause, assuming its default posture.

Dr. Krause: So, XXXX, you’ve finally chosen to select a less troublesome XXXX-1 instance? (looking to the Lieutenants) And what impeccable timing too. Allow me to illustrate my point — Sign "I understand ASL and can communicate using it"

SCP-XXXX signs the phrase. Although it is hindered in the expression of some words by its handcuffs. Dr. Krause leans forward and raises her finger in attention.

Dr. Krause: Do you understand ASL?

SCP-XXXX remains motionless.

Dr. Krause: Are you SCP-XXXX?

SCP-XXXX remains motionless.

Lieutenant Cobalt: Get to the point, Krause.

Dr. Krause: My point is this: SCP-XXXX lacks introspection and morality. Therefore, its capacity for harm is entirely dependent on SCP-XXXX-1’s disposition. Hence, we would like to propose security protocols that prioritize monitoring SCP-XXXX-1. (Adjusts her glasses) Not only would this mitigate risks more effectively, but it would also enable us to study SCP-XXXX more efficiently.

The lieutenants exchange looks.

[END LOG]

Security Note: Following this exchange and in light of SCP-XXXX-1's identity, Site-██'s Security Department has agreed to partially revert security protocols. In collaboration with teams assigned to SCP-XXXX, it has developed Protocol Félicité-XXXX, which aims to establish the psychological criteria SCP-XXXX-1 must meet for interactions with SCP-XXXX, ensuring both containment integrity and personnel safety. Protocol Félicité-XXXX is to be updated as new advancements regarding SCP-XXXX are made.

Post-Log Addendum

To: site██.tni.pcs|tnemeganam#tni.pcs|tnemeganam
From: ████.tni.pcs|esuark#tni.pcs|esuark
Subject: Proposal for SCP-XXXX's Repurposing.

Following my designation as SCP-XXXX-1 and thanks to updated protocols, my team was able to focus on SCP-XXXX's memory retention and task execution, which consistently exceed human limits in both precision and reliability. Results indicate a bypass of short-term memory and the absence of information filtering. Allowing SCP-XXXX to replicate complex sequences and tasks after a single observation. Even after extended periods.

I strongly believe this capacity, coupled with SCP-XXXX’s dedicated execution of assignments, shows great potential for aiding in Foundation objectives. I invite you to review documented results and consider this proposal.

Dr. ████ ████ Krause (SCP-XXXX-1)
Head Researcher, SCP-XXXX Containment and Analysis

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Footnotes

‡ Licensing / Citation

SCP Sandbox III

Sandbox III: Revenge of the Sandbox