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Item #: SCP-247
Object Class: Euclid
Special Containment Procedures:
SCP-247 is to be kept in a standard containment locker at Site-19. Access to SCP-247 is strictly prohibited unless authorized by at least two Level 4 personnel. All personnel interacting with SCP-247 must undergo psychological evaluation both before and after exposure. The containment locker must remain locked at all times, and no one should attempt to open or interact with the object unless it is deemed necessary for testing purposes.
No objects or personal items should be placed in the vicinity of SCP-247 without proper authorization, as SCP-247 has been shown to affect surrounding environments. Any personnel who experience dreams or hallucinations linked to SCP-247 are to report immediately to Site-19’s psychological services.
Description:
SCP-247, colloquially known as "The Devil's Toybox," is a small, intricately carved wooden box measuring approximately 30 cm by 30 cm by 30 cm. The box's surface is adorned with unfamiliar symbols, many of which seem to change or shift depending on the angle from which they are viewed. The object itself is made from an unknown material, giving it an unsettling weight and texture that is inconsistent with its size and composition.
When the box is opened, it releases a strong, pungent odor, often described as a mix of sulfur and something decayed. This odor has been linked to intense feelings of unease or dread among those who encounter it. The interior of the box appears empty, but any individual who peers inside, or attempts to reach into the box, will experience a profound psychological effect.
Effects on Individuals:
Those who interact with SCP-247 will experience vivid, often disturbing hallucinations and nightmares, typically involving a dark figure or figures representing their deepest fears or guilt. The figure may whisper strange words, coaxing the individual into performing actions against their will. Some reports indicate that subjects have been drawn into what appears to be an alternate reality, where they are forced to confront their personal demons or face scenarios that challenge their morality and mental stability.
The hallucinations are not always consistent; different individuals have reported varying experiences, ranging from terrorizing nightmares to deeply philosophical or existential conversations with these dark figures. However, the common denominator in all cases is the emotional and psychological distress the entity or experience causes.
Testing and Observations:
Multiple tests have been conducted with SCP-247, all of which confirm its anomalous properties. Subjects exposed to the box report an increase in stress levels, heightened paranoia, and recurring nightmares that last for weeks after exposure. In some extreme cases, individuals have experienced complete psychological breakdowns, even attempting self-harm or displaying violent tendencies towards others.
The SCP Foundation has documented instances where individuals, following exposure to SCP-247, become fixated on the box, even attempting to steal it or retrieve it from containment. These incidents often occur after the affected individuals report that they "must" understand the box or "finish the game" they believe they started within the box's visions.
The true nature of the entity within SCP-247, if there is one, remains unknown. Some theorists within the Foundation suspect that the box acts as a conduit for an otherworldly force or demonic presence, but no concrete evidence has yet supported this claim.
Incidents and Notable Events:
Incident 247-A
During a routine test, Dr. ██████, a senior researcher, interacted with SCP-247. After a brief exposure, he reported vivid hallucinations in which he was haunted by a child, claiming that the child was “cursed” and seeking vengeance for an unspecified act. Dr. ██████ later attempted to free the entity, causing a breach in protocol. The box was swiftly secured, and Dr. ██████ was removed from the project for psychological rehabilitation.
Incident 247-B:
A containment breach at Site-██ during which SCP-247 was briefly exposed to multiple personnel. Within 24 hours, three staff members had been found in a catatonic state, each muttering about a "deal" that needed to be paid. It was only after the box was secured again that the staff members began to recover, although they still remain under observation.
Conclusion and Theories
SCP-247, "The Devil’s Toybox," presents both a psychological and existential threat. It is unclear whether the box itself harbors a sentient entity or if the hallucinations it produces are a projection of the fears of those who open it. What is certain is that the psychological effects of interacting with SCP-247 can be deeply disturbing, and caution is advised when handling or studying the object.
The SCP Foundation continues to monitor SCP-247’s effects, and all personnel are warned to never underestimate the potential consequences of engaging with the box.
Addendum 247-1:
As of [REDACTED], all further interactions with SCP-247 have been suspended pending the results of a full internal review. Psychological reports indicate that any prolonged exposure to SCP-247 may cause irreversible psychological damage, and therefore further testing is to be approached with extreme caution.
-Dr. Filip Novak
Excerpts of note:
All personnel interacting with SCP-247 must undergo psychological evaluation both before and after exposure.
Testing and Observations:
Multiple tests have been conducted with SCP-247, all of which confirm its anomalous properties. Subjects exposed to the box report an increase in stress levels, heightened paranoia, and recurring nightmares that last for weeks after exposure. In some extreme cases, individuals have experienced complete psychological breakdowns, even attempting self-harm or displaying violent tendencies towards others.
Conclusion and Theories
SCP-247, "The Devil’s Toybox," presents both a psychological and existential threat. It is unclear whether the box itself harbors a sentient entity or if the hallucinations it produces are a projection of the fears of those who open it. What is certain is that the psychological effects of interacting with SCP-247 can be deeply disturbing, and caution is advised when handling or studying the object.
As of [REDACTED], all further interactions with SCP-247 have been suspended pending the results of a full internal review. Psychological reports indicate that any prolonged exposure to SCP-247 may cause irreversible psychological damage, and therefore further testing is to be approached with extreme caution.
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