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**Item #**: SCP-8143
**Object Class**: Safe
**Special Containment Procedures**:
SCP-8143 is housed within a historically significant crypt located beneath the Basilica di San Nicola in Bari, Italy. This arrangement is maintained through a covert agreement with the Archdiocese of Bari-Bitonto to preserve uninterrupted public access and avert the social and cultural disruptions that could arise from overt containment measures. Due to the artifact’s profound religious and historical significance, any attempt to relocate or remove SCP-8143 without the direct authorization of the O5 Council is strictly prohibited.
A permanent Foundation presence is ensured by mobile task force Mu-23 (“Relic Keepers”), whose members operate under the guise of maintenance personnel, pilgrims, and ecclesiastical staff. The reliquary, which remains within its original setting, is fitted with micro-sensors and low-level thaumaturgic dampeners. These devices continuously monitor the emission patterns of SCP-8143-1 (the “manna”) and regulate potential fluctuations. Any anomalous deviations from established baselines are to be reported to Site Command immediately.
During prominent liturgical events - particularly on December 6th (the Feast Day of Saint Nicholas) - supplementary Foundation operatives are dispatched to observe and manage potential crowd anomalies, spontaneous healings, or other emergent effects. Individuals exhibiting anomalous responses must be interviewed under controlled conditions and, if necessary, issued Class-A amnestics before being released.
**Description**:
SCP-8143 is a group designation of the skeletal remains, traditionally believed to belong to Saint Nicholas of Myra, interred in the Basilica of Saint Nicholas in Bari, Italy, since the 11th century. The authenticity of these relics is broadly accepted by the Catholic Church, and venerated by many Christian denominations. The Foundation’s analysis indicates that these remains emit a low-level anomalous field within a radius of approximately 10 meters. This field exhibits the following properties:
# **Biological Stabilization:** Individuals with mild to moderate injuries or illnesses entering the crypt frequently report accelerated healing, remission of symptoms, and general improvement in vitality. Controlled observations confirm that tissue regeneration rates increase by up to 15%, and mild infections resolve spontaneously without standard medical intervention.
# **Psycho-Spiritual Calm:** Visitors report feelings of deep peace, comfort, and a strengthened sense of moral clarity or spiritual well-being. Foundation cognitohazard analysis suggests a weak but persistent memetic effect with positive connotation.
# **Manna Production:** SCP-8143 intermittently secretes a fluid (SCP-8143-1, historically known as “manna”) chemically similar to human serum but containing unique, unidentified complex proteins. When applied topically or consumed (a practice historically noted but now discouraged), SCP-8143-1 intensifies the relic’s healing and psycho-spiritual effects. Samples collected and studied in a Foundation laboratory show mild, short-lived anomalous regenerative capabilities even outside SCP-8143’s primary influence.
A weak residual ectoentropic fields have been detected, slightly intensifying around major religious gatherings. The mechanism behind these anomalies is not fully understood. Research is ongoing.
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**Addendum 8143-1:** Historical Context
Historical research suggests that SCP-8143 anomalous properties may predate Christian influence, potentially arising from a localized Mediterranean tradition of patronage and communal well-wishing. It is currently unknown if those properties manifested and concentrated into Nicholas’ body before or after his death, and what is the mechanism of the process.
Documents recovered from Foundation infiltrators in the Vatican Secret Archives suggest that the Catholic Church has been aware of unusual properties associated with SCP-8143 for centuries. Correspondences reference instances of spontaneous cures and cessation of regional epidemics following pilgrimages. Various popes have privately acknowledged the relic’s anomalous nature, while maintaining its public image as a sacred but otherwise “standard” holy artifact.
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**Addendum 8143-2:** Experiment Log Excerpts
* **Test 22/04/20██:**
**Procedure:** A D-Class subject with a mild bacterial skin infection is instructed to stand near SCP-8143 for 15 minutes, with thaumathurgical dampening reduced to nominal levels
**Results:** Infection cleared within 12 hours with no standard medical intervention. Subject reported recurring dreams of a kindly, elder presence.
* **Test 11/07/20██:**
**Procedure:** Small sample of SCP-8143-1 applied to cultured fibroblast cells in vitro.
**Results:** Cells showed a 20% increase in growth rate and reduced signs of oxidative stress. Effects dissipated after 48 hours.
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**Addendum 8143-3:** Experimental Test Report
**Date: 14/09/20██**
**Lead Researcher:** Dr. ██████████
**Subject:** Human embryo (gestational age: ~2 weeks), sourced via Class-D IVF program in accordance with Ethics Committee Exceptions #347-A.
**Procedure:** Under controlled laboratory conditions, a sterile solution containing SCP-8143-1 was prepared at a concentration of 132 parts per million. The embryo’s nutrient medium was replaced with this solution for a continuous 12-hour exposure period. The embryo was then returned to standard growth medium and observed daily for a period of 10 days.
**Results:**
At the 12-hour mark, the embryo began to exhibit unusual cellular specialization beyond normal embryonic development. Tissue differentiation accelerated at an estimated rate 40% above baseline human embryogenesis. By the 24-hour mark, primitive organ structures, including what appeared to be nascent circulatory channels, were forming prematurely.
At approximately 36 hours, researchers detected anomalous protein complexes within the embryonic cells. These complexes mirrored the unique proteins found in SCP-8143-1 but appeared to have integrated into the embryo’s developing genome. The formation of these complexes was accompanied by a bioluminescent flicker observed under low-intensity UV microscopy. Neural precursor cells exhibited activity indicative of advanced synaptic potential - patterns not usually seen until much later stages of fetal development, if at all.
At Day 4, the embryo began producing a faint secretion chemically similar to SCP-8143-1 itself. Analysis suggested that the embryo had begun synthesizing these anomalous proteins endogenously. Attempts to isolate and sequence the proteins revealed a complex amino acid pattern encoding high-stability folding structures atypical for human tissues. Additionally, traces of non-human genetic markers, possibly representing a horizontal gene transfer event from the SCP-8143-1 proteins to the embryo’s cells, were found.
By Day 7, physiological developments far surpassed any normal 3-week-old embryo. Rudimentary organ analogues, including a cardiac-like structure showing rhythmic contractions and a proto-cortical cluster of neurons emitting measurable electromagnetic fields, were recorded. Moreover, the embryo’s nutrient uptake increased dramatically, necessitating 400% more nourishment than baseline controls. Some staff members reported a palpable sense of calm and “presence” in the laboratory, reminiscent of the memetic “comfort field” observed near SCP-8143 itself.
On Day 10, an emergency panel of the Ethics Committee intervened. The embryo, now showing signs of primitive reflex activity, was found to pose significant ethical and existential concerns. The specimen was euthanized under Class-A sterilization protocols. Subsequent autopsy revealed anomalously high tissue regeneration rates, cellular resistance to induced necrosis, and the presence of several previously undocumented, likely thaumaturgically influenced protein structures.
**Ethics committee notes:**
Although commissioned under Exceptions #347-A, the results of accelerating human embryonic development through exposure to anomalous substances crosses multiple moral and policy boundaries. While the purpose was research-driven, the outcome approaches a form of bioengineering, which the Foundation is neither prepared for, nor has interest in. It remains speculative what kind of creature could come to life as a result of the experiment, but none of the possible scenarios can be viewed positively in the light of the Foundation’s primary objectives.
**Ethics committee review excerpt:**
The test established that SCP-8143-1 can not only enhance and hasten healing in postnatal humans, but can also profoundly alter developmental biology at a fundamental level. The embryo’s altered genetic expression and internal production of SCP-8143-1-like compounds suggest a capacity for self-perpetuating, inherited anomalous traits. The ramifications of these findings are profound and troubling. The Foundation must weigh the pursuit of scientific understanding against the integrity of human life and the danger of reshaping humanity’s biology via anomalous means. SK-class “Dominance shift” scenarios should should not be disregarded as an outcome.
The Ethics Committee’s directive: No further embryonic or fetal experiments are to be conducted with SCP-8143-1 without the authorization of O5 council. Future research into SCP-8143’s biological influence must be tightly controlled, limited to in vitro cell cultures, and conducted under close Ethics Committee supervision.
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**Addendum 8143-4:** Experimental Test Report
**Date: 08/11/20██**
**Lead Researcher:** Dr. ██████████
**Subject:** One adult domestic rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus), designation DR-8143, euthanized using an approved barbiturate solution 10 minutes prior to injection.
**Procedure:**
Preparation
* A 20mL syringe was filled with a solution of SCP-8143-1, verified at 250 ppm.
* DR-8143 was fixed on a sterile operating table within the Bio-Anomalies Lab.
* Vital signs were continuously monitored using a standard small-animal ECG, infrared cameras, and an encephalographic implant surgically added before euthanasia.
Injection
* The full 20mL dose of SCP-8143-1 was injected intracardially.
* Additional 10mL “booster” was administered intravenously after 60 seconds to maximize the chance of reanimation.
* Observational period: 12 hours post-injection.
**Results:**
* **T+5 Minutes.** Faint, irregular electrical impulses were detected in the myocardium. The subject’s chest exhibited sporadic twitches corresponding to these impulses. Brainwave activity remained flat, indicating no immediate return of consciousness.
* **T+1 Hour.** Muscle contractions became more coordinated, resembling weak cardiac pacing. The subject’s core temperature showed a slight increase, though still below normal living range. Fur around the injection sites began emitting low-level bioluminescence visible under infrared and UV spectrums. Microscopic examination suggested a reconfiguration of hair follicles incorporating anomalous proteins from SCP-8143-1.
* **T+3 Hours.** The subject took a series of shallow, arrhythmic breaths. Although respiratory function was not sufficient to sustain baseline life, partial oxygen exchange appeared to be taking place. An encephalogram spike indicated brief, rudimentary neural activity in the brainstem region. This activity lasted approximately 10 seconds before disappearing.
* **T+6 Hours.** Additional micro-spasms spread to the subject’s limbs, causing intermittent “scrabbling” motions. No coordinated movement or indication of awareness was observed. Despite partial organ functionality, blood pH measured at 7.9 - abnormally alkaline for a living organism - hinting at metabolic processes not consistent with standard mammalian physiology.
* **T+10 Hours.** Auditory recordings captured faint rasping sounds, likely from involuntary movement of the subject’s throat musculature. No attempt at vocalization or sign of conscious reaction. A faint, sweet odour akin to the smell of SCP-8143-1 filled the containment chamber. Hazard sensors detected an uptick in unidentified airborne particulates resembling trace proteins found in the relic fluid.
* **T+12 Hours.** By the final observation, the subject’s limited functions diminished, and residual electrical activity ceased entirely. Tissue necrosis resumed at a slightly accelerated rate, suggesting the body could not sustain its anomalous reanimated state. DR-8143 was declared irreversibly expired at T+12h15m.
**Analysis**
* **Physiological Insights.** SCP-8143-1 can temporarily restore partial cellular function even in clinically dead tissue. However, the revival is incomplete and unsustainable. Regenerated tissues displayed anomalous properties (e.g., bioluminescence, altered metabolic chemistry) without stabilizing into a coherent, living system.
* **The “Liminal Life” Concern.** DR-8143’s short-lived revival was neither a true return to life nor standard necromancy; rather, it existed in a liminal state marked by sporadic organ function, momentary neural flickers, and metabolically inconsistent processes. The subject’s apparent discomfort - or at least erratic muscle movements - raises ethical questions about prolonging partial existence for research.
* **Ethical Concerns.** While DR-8143 showed no conclusive evidence of conscious suffering, the unpredictable neural spikes and sporadic bodily movements suggest the possibility of partial awareness. If that awareness did exist, it could indicate unnecessary suffering inflicted by the procedure. Although the subject did not fully revive, even partial reanimation could be exploited militarily or politically. A scenario wherein large-scale undead forces exhibit partial autonomy, or are used to bypass conventional medical limitations, is a recognized XK-class threat. The Ethics Committee requires immediate review of the revival protocols. Future attempts to resurrect dead organisms using SCP-8143-1 must undergo multiple levels of approval and incorporate more robust sedation or euthanasia fail-safes to prevent prolonged liminal states.
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**Addendum 8143-5:** Contingency Planning
In addition to standard threat escalation protocols, site defence and damage control measures, SCP-8143 requires some additional contingencies, namely:
* **Relic Removal or Replacement Procedure.** If containment stability cannot be maintained in situ due to hostile takeover or public exposure, Protocol 8143-Exodus authorizes the relocation of SCP-8143 to a secure Foundation site under emergency conditions. If immediate relocation proves untenable, an identical non-anomalous replica may be installed in the reliquary to preserve local religious observances and mitigate cultural upheaval. The real SCP-8143 is to be covertly transported to Site-██ under O5-level authority for long-term storage or research until conditions stabilize.
* **Diplomatic and Cultural Mitigation.** Any decision to remove or replace SCP-8143 must be communicated to select representatives within the Archdiocese of Bari-Bitonto under strict nondisclosure agreements. Foundation cultural liaisons and embedded Vatican contacts will coordinate to minimize ecclesiastical and public backlash, suppressing media coverage of the relic’s absence or sudden “change” through targeted press releases and disinformation campaign. Should local or international religious bodies become aware of the true nature of SCP-8143, the Foundation’s Diplomatic Corps will engage in crisis negotiations. Aggressive negotiation tactics are permitted. High-level amnestic distribution may be authorized to preserve the overall Veil of normalcy.
* **Worst-Case Scenarios**
* **SK-Class (“Dominance Shift”) or RK-Class (“Religious Resurgence”) Threat:** Should SCP-8143’s regenerative effects propagate uncontrollably - whether through widespread distribution of SCP-8143-1 or by cult formation - the Foundation will coordinate international efforts to contain the phenomenon. This includes large-scale amnestic dispersal, quarantining affected regions, and suppressing SCP-8143’s anomalous functionality (if feasible).
* **Destructive Neutralization:** As a final recourse, and only with explicit O5 Council approval, specialized thaumic disruptors installed around the crypt can be activated to irreversibly degrade SCP-8143’s anomalous field. This measure is considered highly undesirable due to the moral, cultural, and political repercussions. Contingency protocols for potential “Lifted Veil” scenario are to be prepared during such event.Excerpts of note:
This field exhibits the following properties:
- Biological Stabilization: Individuals with mild to moderate injuries or illnesses entering the crypt frequently report accelerated healing, remission of symptoms, and general improvement in vitality. Controlled observations confirm that tissue regeneration rates increase by up to 15%, and mild infections resolve spontaneously without standard medical intervention.
- Psycho-Spiritual Calm: Visitors report feelings of deep peace, comfort, and a strengthened sense of moral clarity or spiritual well-being. Foundation cognitohazard analysis suggests a weak but persistent memetic effect with positive connotation.
- Ethical Concerns. While DR-8143 showed no conclusive evidence of conscious suffering, the unpredictable neural spikes and sporadic bodily movements suggest the possibility of partial awareness. If that awareness did exist, it could indicate unnecessary suffering inflicted by the procedure. Although the subject did not fully revive, even partial reanimation could be exploited militarily or politically. A scenario wherein large-scale undead forces exhibit partial autonomy, or are used to bypass conventional medical limitations, is a recognized XK-class threat. The Ethics Committee requires immediate review of the revival protocols. Future attempts to resurrect dead organisms using SCP-8143-1 must undergo multiple levels of approval and incorporate more robust sedation or euthanasia fail-safes to prevent prolonged liminal states.
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https://scp-wiki.wikidot.com/forum/t-17030746/scp-8143#post-6805564
Been fascinated by my namesake saint for a while. I visited Bari and the Basilica di San Nicola last year, when I got the idea. I also like the cold and academic SCP style, no dialogue, no unnecessary drama, just impartial reporting, so there's that.
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