Item #: SCP-XXXX
Object Class: Keter
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| SCP-XXXX within the Foege solution |
Special Containment Procedures: The SCP-XXXX sample is to be immersed and frozen in the Foege solution (see Addendum Foege) while sealed within a Bio-hazard Level 4 negative pressure environment. In addition to the standard features of the containment, two additional airlocks are required, separating an on-hand screening and toxicology area and two more decontamination showers. One shower is to be used to remove all organic matter from the exterior of the space suits before entering containment. All suits must be positive pressure suits with outboard ventilation. SCP-XXXX is to be combined with the Foege solution at all times unless further authorization is granted. The solution is not a permanent inhibitor and must be replaced weekly. An emergency incineration system is to be in place in case of a breach.
Description: Under scrutiny, SCP-XXXX is structurally similar to members of the ████████ genus. Like the ████████ genus, SCP-XXXX utilizes spores extensively but unlike them does not create endospores, so the bacteria relies more heavily on hosts for propagation. This is likely due to its unique kinetic properties. SCP-XXXX somehow creates internal vibrations that do not harm itself and are used as a means of propagation. There are no recorded instances of the amount of organic fuel required to produce such vibrations being met. No accurate method for measuring the pathogen's vibration amplitude or hertz has been discovered. This being the case, the abilities of SCP-XXXX are measured through symptoms. The kinetic energy is the most prominent root of the pathogen's destructive capabilities, making it extremely difficult to contain without the necessary equipment. The bacteria has been observed eating through rubber, wood, and metal at varying rates along with many others materials, including those used for Bio-hazard containment. When not combined with the Foege solution the bacteria rarely ever settle, maintaining an airborne state and forming clouds of spores. Long-term exposure to spore clouds, even when wearing protective equipment, is hazardous to an individual's health. Some of the symptoms documented include musculature pain and dystrophy, blindness, and loss of motor control. The bacteria and the spores it creates are microscopic but do become visible when enough are present, forming grey clouds. While in contact with the solution, SCP-XXXX appears as a soft grey powder.
An infection within a living organism always results in a catastrophic amount of cellular damage, with a fatality rate of 100%. Depending on the species of the organism infected, the bacteria show different paths and rates of consumption.
The method that the bacteria uses to spread throughout the body is not dictated by the natural systems of the host like conventional pathogens. The circulatory system delivers the bacteria throughout the body easily, but the energy that the pathogen possesses acts as propulsion and gives the bacteria open access to the body's systems, also giving it surgical precision in its efforts.
Once exposed to the bacteria or its spores, a human host will begin to show symptoms at 3 to 5 days after exposure. Due to the unpredictable nature of the bacteria, the infected are to be considered contagious 24 hours after exposure. The progression of symptoms is rapid, reaching stage 6 after 7 to 13 days. The 6 stages are a collection of major symptoms excluding xxx minor ones.
Stage 1: After 3 days the subject becomes symptomatic, showing the early signs of infection: coughing, sneezing, and shortness of breath. The bacteria has begun reproducing in the lungs and releasing spores through respiration.
Stage 2: Excessive sweating begins, releasing spores through the pores of the skin which take flight when exposed to air. Diarrhea becomes prominent at this point. All stool is heavily infected with SCP-XXXX. Transmission through physical contact is possible at this time.
Stage 3: Spore-laced vomiting, mental fatigue, an unusual attraction towards groups, trouble focusing and memory lapses, forgetfulness.
Stage 4: Paranoia, anxiety, confusion, paresthesia, emotional changes. Symptoms resulting from brain damage become more prominent.
Stage 5: Impaired cognition, aggressiveness, violent mood swings, dementia, psychosis, hallucinations. Spores are becoming visible, emerging from orifices and during respiration.
Stage 6: At this point in the infection, the body of the host begins to break down. The consumption of the brain is becoming more rapid, with the frontal lobe being consumed first, leaving the more primitive parts for last. The exterior of the infected, like the internal organs, has begun to disintegrate. Sensory organs are eventually rendered inoperable so the victim becomes aimless. This is the stage at which the host will decay until complete consumption.
Extreme caution is to be used when dealing with SCP-XXXX-positive individuals. Their behavior is unpredictable and often violent. Risk of infection is high if physical contact is made with the infected. Any personnel that comes into direct physical contact with SCP-XXXX-positive matter are to be either quarantined for research or terminated.
Addendum: Due to the sensitive positions of undercover agents involved O5 authorization is required to access Addendum Foege.
Due to the unusually contagious nature of SCP-XXXX, it was made a priority to find a means to contain it. With the failure of all ████████ vaccines, research had been suspended as it required an excess of resources to be maintained. An undercover agent within the ████ had informed handlers that a great deal of resources was being expelled in the research of an unknown pathogen (this information was provided 8 months prior to the incident at Site ██). After the incident and subsequent discovery of SCP-XXXX the ████ project became the priority. After 4 months the agent came back with a note apparently written by the lead researcher on the project.
The translated document read: The copper container has stimulated the growth of the fungi as suspected. The delay is fleeting but more significant than any of the others tested. The pathogen's spore production is significantly slower than the other species. From what I've seen I think this is our best choice. Now we only have to isolate whatever property gives the fungi this resistance to the pathogen. The theories about the high levels of salt within the fungi being linked to the resistance still remain unproven but hopefully with the newly developed incubator research will become easier.
After examining this document thoroughly and evaluating the agent's accounts it was decided that the pathogen written about is SCP-XXXX. The fact that the ████ had a sample before the Foundation has to lead to suspicions that the incident at Site-██ was an attack by the ████. A number of fungi were collected from certain areas know for high salt content and each plant had a high reaction to copper. After arduous testing, it was decided that ██████████ ██████████████ was the mentioned fungi as it has the greatest resistance to SCP-XXXX. The exact cause of the resistance is still unknown but the ██████████ region of the fungus seems to be the area of highest resistance. A method of breaking down the region into the semi-powder state has been developed while still retaining its desired properties. The combination of this powder, human ███████ ████ █████ ██████ and a uniquely dense crystalline polymer make up the Foege solution. The name of the solution was decided by lead researcher Dr. Berry.
SCP involved: SCP-XXXX
Personnel involved: Site ██ staff
Date: ██/██/████
Location: Site ██
Description: Sometime between ██/██/████ and ██/██/████ a highly infectious unknown pathogen breached security at Site XX and spread rapidly through all personnel. The pathogen has a 100% fatality rate as well as a very unusual and effective means of propagation. Communication was held for 10 days after the first contact, with the last message being received 7:36 am on the tenth. The initial messages are standard updates from the Site commander. The last message is from an unknown person. The decision was made to ████-strike the Site during the original messages, but due to the close proximity to █████████, the decision was delayed. The last message was interrupted at 7:42 am when the ████-strike commenced.
Addendum: Messages received from Site ██ during the incident:
██/██/████: Dr. ███████ : What is suspected to be a cold is spreading throughout the D-class personnel. Enough uninfected remain to continue training and research. I'm considering terminating the infected if this doesn't clear up soon. It would be a lot of hassle if it spread through the facility. I'm ordering a lock-down of the D wing.
██/██/████: Dr. ███████: The results from a swab of one of the infected came back, and it indicates that this cold isn't a cold. It's unidentified but I examined the sample myself and my experience with ████████ tells me it's a strain of ████████ █████████. Its behavior doesn't support that theory, but the structural resemblance is striking. It was quite difficult getting a good look at it, so it will take more testing. It moves in an erratic fashion. I don't know how it got past toxicology, but it must have come in with the ██/██/████ shipment of D-class. I'm having all but a few D-class personnel incinerated. Those kept alive are to be observed.
██/██/████: Dr. ███████: The bacteria seems to reproduce by breaking down organic matter. During this process, an excess of spores is released. So far none have settled. Excess spores are being ventilated and incinerated. The ███-████ process detects the bacteria thankfully. Containment is stable and research is underway. The ████████ █████████ vaccine is being administered.
██/██/████: Dr. ███████: The pathogen is causing behavioral changes in the subjects. The behavior varies but they don't seem to perceive their infection. Paranoia and unstable behavior are universal. The subjects have been noted on several occasions making accusations towards sensors and trying to reason with researchers even though their symptoms are worsening. Refusing sustenance has become common a trend. Whether or not this influences the progression of the bacteria is unknown. D-1023 became convinced he was in the presence of a rotting corpse. Without provocation, D-947 began screaming and clawing at the exit. She was recorded beating the door for 46 minutes before collapsing. Video surveillance from the remaining sensors have been surveying the D wing and have noted a significant amount of unusual damage. The data is currently being evaluated.
██/██/████: unknown: *incoherent* My filer it clogged. It keeps getting clogged you know it cleaned and I worked it before. He tried to take it he because see the grey. It's everywhere talking to me but it shot him. It hit the walls and shot him because I can hear them but he can't. The filter is clean now and hidden. The tunnels are growing and crying. I know better than talking. They wander with mouths open but they talk can't without full tongues. They want this clean but I have always had it. It doesn't matter the grey grows for them. They work, shooting the wall and dust. So many works. Why would you work with no eyes? Why would you talk with no tongue? Why would you *transmission lost*
