It was brought to staff attention that Star_DestroyerJD (account age 36 days, site membership 26 days) posted the article: https://scp-wiki.wikidot.com/scp-8117, which contained multiple indicators of AI-generation.
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Special Containment Procedures: SCP-8117, is to be contained in a 20m x 20m x 15m aquatic tank, constructed from titanium and reinforced glass, filled with a saline solution mimicking its natural habitat. The tank must be equipped with UV lighting to simulate natural sunlight cycles. Access to SCP-8117 is restricted to Level 3 personnel and above. Any interaction with SCP-8117 requires protective gear to prevent exposure to its bioluminescent secretions.
Description: SCP-8117 is a reptilian entity measuring 10 meters in length (including its tail), 4.5 meters in width, and 4 meters in height. It has a segmented body with alternating dark and orange stripes, and six limbs resembling flippers or wings. The creature’s head is rounded with dark markings, and it exhibits adaptations for both swimming and gliding. SCP-8117’s back limb is a tail, which aids in its swimming capabilities. SCP-8117’s bioluminescent properties are most notable in low-light conditions, where it emits a bright, pulsating glow.
Anomalous Properties: SCP-8117 secretes a dark, inky acidic substance from its gills. This substance is highly corrosive and can dissolve organic material upon contact. The secretion is used by SCP-8117 both as a defense mechanism and to aid in hunting, as it can incapacitate prey. Despite this, SCP-8117 has shown no aggressive behavior towards humans and is considered friendly.
Diet: SCP-8117 primarily feeds on small marine organisms, including fish, crustaceans, and plankton. It has been observed using its bioluminescence to attract prey, emitting a bright glow to lure smaller creatures within reach. SCP-8117’s diet is supplemented with nutrient-rich gel provided by containment staff to ensure its health and well-being.
Addendum 8117-1: Initial discovery of SCP-8117 occurred off the coast of [REDACTED], where local fishermen reported sightings of a glowing sea serpent. Mobile Task Force Gamma-6 (“Deep Feeders”) was dispatched to investigate and successfully contained the entity. During the initial containment, SCP-8117 exhibited no signs of aggression and appeared to be curious about the containment team. Subsequent interactions have confirmed SCP-8117’s friendly nature, as it often approaches personnel in a non-threatening manner and displays behaviors indicative of playfulness, such as chasing lights and interacting with objects placed in its tank.
Addendum 8117-2: Research into SCP-8117’s bioluminescent secretions has revealed potential applications in medical imaging and non-invasive surgery. Further testing is ongoing to determine the feasibility of these applications.
Addendum 3: The Foundation has begun utilizing SCP-8117’s acidic ink secretion for operational purposes. Mobile Task Forces have been equipped with containers of the substance to breach reinforced doors and barriers by melting them. This application has proven effective in rapid entry scenarios, significantly enhancing the efficiency of containment and retrieval missions.
Test Log 8117-1:
Date: [REDACTED]
Subject: SCP-8117
Procedure: Introduction of various marine organisms into SCP-8117’s containment tank to observe feeding behavior and interaction with prey.
Results:
Test 1: Introduction of small fish (species: Clupea harengus). SCP-8117 emitted a bright glow, attracting the fish. Upon approach, SCP-8117 secreted the inky acidic substance, incapacitating the fish before consumption.
Test 2: Introduction of crustaceans (species: Homarus americanus). SCP-8117 displayed similar behavior, using its bioluminescence to lure the crustaceans before secreting the acidic substance to incapacitate and consume them.
Test 3: Introduction of plankton. SCP-8117 emitted a continuous glow, attracting the plankton. SCP-8117 consumed the plankton without the need for its acidic secretion.
Test 4: Introduction of larger fish (species: Thunnus albacares). SCP-8117 emitted an intense glow, attracting the larger fish. Upon approach, SCP-8117 secreted a larger quantity of the acidic substance, successfully incapacitating the larger fish before consumption.
Conclusion: SCP-8117 effectively uses its bioluminescence to attract prey and its acidic secretion to incapacitate larger organisms. The entity shows a preference for small fish and crustaceans but can also consume plankton and larger fish.
Test Log 8117-2:
Date: [REDACTED]
Subjects: SCP-8117 and SCP-999
Procedure: Introduction of SCP-999 into SCP-8117’s containment tank to observe interaction and behavior.
Results:
Test 1: SCP-999 was carefully introduced into SCP-8117’s tank. Upon entry, SCP-999 immediately exhibited its usual playful behavior, moving towards SCP-8117 with enthusiasm. SCP-8117 responded by emitting a soft, pulsating glow, seemingly curious about SCP-999.
Test 2: SCP-999 began to interact with SCP-8117 by gently touching its flippers and tail. SCP-8117 did not display any signs of distress and instead appeared to enjoy the interaction, swimming in circles around SCP-999 and occasionally emitting brighter flashes of light.
Test 3: SCP-999 attempted to climb onto SCP-8117’s back, which SCP-8117 allowed. The two entities continued to interact in a playful manner, with SCP-999 occasionally producing its characteristic giggling sounds. SCP-8117 responded by emitting a series of rhythmic light pulses, which seemed to amuse SCP-999.
Test 4: After approximately 30 minutes of interaction, SCP-999 was removed from the tank. SCP-X8117 displayed no signs of aggression or stress during the interaction and appeared to be in good health. SCP-999 also showed no adverse effects and seemed to have enjoyed the interaction.
Conclusion: The interaction between SCP-8117 and SCP-999 was positive and non-threatening. SCP-8117’s bioluminescent properties did not harm SCP-999, and both entities exhibited behaviors indicative of playfulness and curiosity. Further interactions may be beneficial for studying the social behaviors of SCP-8117.
Note: Personnel are reminded to avoid direct contact with SCP-8117’s acidic liquids to prevent injury. However, SCP-8117 has been observed to be friendly and non-aggressive, making it safe for controlled interactions.
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Notes: A sandbox exists for the draft here: https://scp-sandbox-3.wikidot.com/my-second-scp, and contains 14 revisions, however a full version of the article exists at Revision 0 and the only addition appears to be a single log at the end which also appears to be AI-generated. The article itself has 2 revisions, though these appear to be predominantly fixes and formatting.
Disc Team, please weigh in.