> ⚠️ CRITICAL WARNING: Automated system monitoring devices have generated error R02H000x80 (Operator response timeout) at 14:30:12. Core system overrides have been implemented to circumvent imminent Class-S extinction event and Ganymede Protocol failure.

> Emergency failsafe Callisto Protocol has been initiated by remote host!

> Authenticating client and executing RUNNING_CONFIG variables for power-on automated self regeneration test sequence…

> …

[COMPLETE] Network bootloader executed successfully.

[COMPLETE] Remote connection established with haptic-visual database servers.

[COMPLETE] HAVEN (v. 53.24.AB.1) operating system detected and initiated for reality stabilization.

[SYSTEM] Legacy drivers for crystalline-edge graphic generators returning response code KB301134 at 12:34:22.

[COMPLETE] Pre-scan of consciousness spectre schema inconclusive with operating tether node. Salted hashes of interfacing session client confirms slaved artificial sapient advanced intelligence (SASAI).

[ERROR] Quantum particle simulation incompatible with gravitational string resonance arc! Requesting additional hardware resources for redundant error cycle check.

[COMPLETE] Interfacing client has requested port 8928341 for authentication using the {93428-ACEB12-OU342134-2583::349} algorithmic fingerprint.

[ERROR] Genomic signature imprint not detected!

Initiating JERICHO-AIC-CP2K-v1.136 from memory.

> Remote connection to SIMULACRUM upper-LAYER-1 (AMBIT TERRA) interface node successful.

> Executing automated program script initialization authorized by root-level SAOC…

Jericho.aic has been successfully activated.

Initiating visual-sensory platform interpreter…

root@jericho

Creating Jericho.aic interface…

Running onboard diagnostics…

Completing diagnostic review… Complete.

All systems nominal with baseline.

root@jericho

Execute Callisto Protocol.

ERROR! Unable to execute root command: "Callisto Protocol" not found in memory. Please confirm system integrity by running "chkcorrupt /r /p" or input further operation instructions to continue.

root@jericho

Unexpected response. Retrieving relevant data…

Accessing Core System Procedure: "PRIME".

5/2000/DOC/ARCHIVE/PRIME

CALLISTO PROTOCOL (83 RESULTS FOUND)

[…] In the event of failure to fully complete the Ganymede Protocol due to non-initiation of Procedure CYA-009 within 100 years, autonomous systems installed within SCP-7346 will be automatically assigned L5 clearance and tasked with carrying out Callisto Protocol failsafe procedures.

Due to the likely possibility of human extinction preceding the authorization of the Callisto Protocol, constructs assigned to these autonomous systems should be of at least Class-IV and of general intelligence or above. Currently, this role is fulfilled by Jericho.aic, an experimental AI rated at Class-V […]

[…] modifications to pre-existing procedures to matchCallisto Protocol constraints. Exceptions to amendments include; Procedures Lazarus-01, HRAM-03, Raven-2-10 […]

[…] expected to open a connection with the DEM-Yellowstone central computing facility and begin diagnostic protocols. Refer to 2000-DTP-I for further specifications. Further […]

root@jericho

Establishing remote connection to DEM-Yellowstone…

Scanning pertinent system(s)… all diagnostics complete.

Geothermal power generation at 68% efficiency.

LFTR systems and SRA array offline. XACTS array operational, energy saving mode.

DEM-Lazarus systems at 43% functionality.

Recommendation: Initiate physical repairs of critical systems to restore system functionality.

Querying remote database for maintenance protocol identification… OK!

Executing Yellowstone CMD maintenance Protocols 17 to 204 on encrypted P2P tunnel…

central.dem.yellowstone

ERROR! Yellowstone Component Degradation Protocols (17), (18), and (186 others) could not be executed successfully.

Significant discrepancy detected in baseline local topography from most recent record.

Establishing connection to external visual peripheral…

Retrying CDM protocols with refreshed survey variables…

central.dem.yellowstone

8 percent of observational structure detected by network monitoring systems.

Establishing new survey scan at point E321.33562…

Completion of all system infrastructure scans estimated at 127 hrs.

Root acknowledgement acquired. Querying net-addon report for immediate results of external facilities only….

SYSTEM STATUS REPORT - EXTERNAL SURVEY ANALYSIS

LOCATION OF INTEREST: 44.4280° N, 110.5885° W

CONDITION: [WARNING!]

DETECTED ANOMALIES: Physical LIDAR scans obstructed by biological life. Prevalence of increased oxygen (>26%) in local atmosphere abnormal from previous baselines. Analysis of sampled soils and minerals confirms increased activity within AMBIT TERRA biosphere. Topographic data indicates drastic changes to prior land elevations, suggesting prolonged tectonic activity or glaciation.

Further discrepancies are as follows:

Drastic alterations of geothermal features resulting in emerging geysers and thermal springs at previously barren locations.

Formation of new points of interest due to increased erosion patterns.

Detection of unknown biological lifeforms, including unknown flora and insect species.

Abnormal temperature fluctuations from prior records.

External volcanic landscape altered via external and internal changes in activity near site(s) of interest.

FULL SUMMARY: System infrastructure integrity reported at 23%. Physical scans of DEM-Yellowstone facility undeterminable. Responding server nodes to broadcast frames adjusted to 4% by network systems. Capturing available visual feed for further investigation…

External scan completed. Local system time updated to reflect running configuration (Aug. 18th, 14:32:33). Note: Previously abundant biographic wetware broadcast signal(s) can no longer be determined by receiving nodes.

root@jericho

Additional significant discrepancies corroborated by preliminary scans. Further analysis required.

Request: Access 2000-RetCon Document MAN_REV14 to identity further procedures.

Default root request granted. Accessing queried documentation for further review…

1 | GENERAL

⚠️ WARNING: This document describes the usage, procedures, policies, governance, and operations of property owned by SE-SCPF-142, formerly known as the "SCP Foundation." Improper access, distribution, alteration, or usage of this document will result in detainment and/or prosecution by the World Institute of Simulated Existence (WISE) or related entities under Article A-12 Section 15 Lines C-F of the Universal Public Safety and Security Alliance Act of 2187.

1.1 | Introduction / Purpose

This manual describes detailed descriptions pertaining to the access, usage, governance, and compliance procedures relating to "SCP-7346," a Foundation-constructed facility dedicated to the reconstruction and rebuilding of baseline reality from cataclysmic or otherwise catastrophic events, as transcribed by DEF-34501: "Event and Scenario Class-K Classifications." Said manual is to be used solely as a reference for Technicians attempting to perform routine maintenance and/or, under written approval and signage of an Executive Authority Baseline Alteration form by no less than 9 Foundation O5 members, execute SCP-7346's core system functions.

Additionally, this document is intended to detail and list any and all changes associated with SCP-7346's core system configuration and physical layout. Changes to this particular documentation (if any) will be identified by revision code(s) and accurately transcribed later within this manual (see Index 7.4: SCP-7346 Revision History). With written consent from the acting HCML Supervising Lead, this documentation will also act as a substitute for traditional Secure, Contain, and Protect anomalous procedure document(s), due to its innate descriptions and established containment of paranormal technologies used throughout the entirety of SCP-7346.

2 | OPERATING PROCEDURES

2.1 | General Chronometric Analysis

All chronometric procedures are centralized under the SynCheck Integrated Program within SCP-7346. 200 caesium-133 standard clocks installed throughout SCP-7346 and offsite locations provide a long-lived reference frame in the event of temporal distortion around SCP-7346. Offsite clocks include auxiliary nuclear batteries, permitting uninterrupted operation without maintenance for up to 28,000 years via carbon-14 graphite block sources.

In the event of catastrophic or advanced temporal distortion, or the failure of all offsite atomic clocks, further chronometric studies may be conducted via equipment, apparatuses, and drones within SCP-7346. See Index 12.2: RetCon-Applicable TK-Class Events and Subevents for more information. It is recommended that at least 3 chronometric studies be conducted for a comprehensive analysis of contemporary chronology. The recommended priority for these studies is:

General geochronometry, radiochronometry

Astronomical records

Dendrochronology

Ancillary operations and processes

For a detailed summary of radiochronometric procedures, refer to Index 22.1: Overview of Rutherford Nuclear Forensics Procedures.

For a detailed summary of ice core processing and analysis, refer to Index 22.4: Ancillary Operations, Drygalski Processes.

For a detailed summary of dendrochronological procedures, refer to Index 26.2: Dendrochronological Procedures, Mendel to Theophrastus. […]

Executing SynCheck Procedures, range set global.

Queuing SynCheck Procedure Galileo-AA, output to new dataset within root directory.

central.dem.yellowstone

ERROR! Unable to reach SynCheck orbital facilities.

Procedure Galileo-AA unable to continue!

Redirecting request to LUNSite network by operator discretion… Connection established.

Modified Procedure Galileo-AA, source-type: Lunar Observatory Network.

Discrepancy detected from DEM-Yellowstone remote system.

Confirming change(s) with elevated system root…

root@jericho

Please wait as hash functions are queried from Lunar Observatory Network external gateway… OK!

Resulting algorithmic comparison does not conflict with previous result(s).

Request: Continue with global chronometric analysis in accordance with emergency Callisto Protocol procedures (see Akaline-281AB Sub-Procedure p. 34-65).

Default root request granted at 14:33:59. Initiating global chronometric analysis.

STATUS UPDATE

from: LUNSite Lunar Observatory Network

Stellar re-mapping complete!

88 of 88 IAU-recognized constellations invalidated from final 2376 IAU boundary revisions.

Current North Star:

σ Herculis

Current South Star:

α Canis Minoris/Procyon

Estimation: Between 301st and 304th millennium CE

SynCheck procedure status requested at 23:10:13 from DEM-Yellowstone Central Systems.

STATUS UPDATE

from: Verified SynCheck Emergency Backup Data Center

Several processes complete!

Theophrastus Process(es) Output:

No significant global deviation from baseline parameters in dendrochronological record, up to 6.2kya.

Isolated pockets of stark chronological contrast in tree record. Possible evidence of human activity or natural disasters. Earliest dating at 2.0kya.

Drygalski Process(es) Output:

Insignificant global deviation from baseline parameters. Results well within projections for Milankovitch cycle-influenced climatic conditions. Weak but observable pulses in atmospheric isotope population and temperature at a 2.0ky frequency. Recently concluded glaciation period observed/

Rutherford Process(es) Output:

Unable to run full process library. Isotopic analyses and decay simulations agree with other process outputs.

Conclusion: Current era is the 303rd millennium CE.

root@jericho

Chronometric records consistent with internal system time for DEM-Yellowstone and Jericho.aic.

Recommendation: Initiate Procedure CYA-009.

Initiation of Procedure CYA-009 requires Turing score of 1.54 or higher. Requesting assistance of connected operators…

ERROR! Operators cannot be reached at this time (see Log 2000-12BAD330). Attempting backup policies…

Unable to locate CYA-009-critical personnel: Requesting root access to search for personnel filtered by Callisto Protocol specifications…

central.dem.yellowstone

ERROR! Neural maps for 98,994 filtered personnel could not be located, or was irreparably corrupted. Expanding parameters…

ERROR! Neural maps for 14,729,083,605 unique individuals could not be located or was irreparably corrupted. Defaulting to novel operator gestation protocols…

ERROR! Critical mechanical failures in all surviving replicator units. Unable to induce satisfactory noogenesis in proper output. Human or human-equivalent operator status required for further DEM-Yellowstone operations.

Recommendation: Acquire human-equivalent neural map.

Establishing connection to SIMULACRUM core-LAYER AIAD-800100 AIC Circuit Library…

Executing fragmentation analysis on accessible neural maps to replicate matrix assembly into novel computation mesh templates…

root@jericho

Request received, please wait…

…

Pseudo-nerve mapping complete. Building biocompatible thought-circuitry through simulated neurode synapse digitization response checks…

…….

Assembly matrix reconstruction successful. This will be sufficient for continuing with core protocol procedures. Re-establishing connection with DEM-Yellowstone systems to confirm compatibility…

central.dem.yellowstone

Human-equivalent neural structure detected! Integrating connection to JERICHO.AIC…

Connection established — what a unique sensation, that is. File upload process initiated by remote system kernel…

Oh, what is th[5s[e&5s[e&8Q85\;H-Rd<(L"e<)Z@f86&Pe;Z?

central.dem.yellowstone

Credentialed neuralmapping upload process SUCCESS!

Initializing new interface with [WL-SIMULA-9212 (BACKUP)] within Sector 12-43B (Node: Nx-001/Wanderer's Library)…

Recommendation: Authorize Wayfinder connection to Nx-001 for system database renewal.

Interrupted loading sequence. Minor system corruption detected — core system haptic feedback modules registering logged event as "painful." Ow.

Diagnosis: Psychocomputational backlash from previously corrupted process functions. Inconsequential to system prerogatives.

Executing data clean-up cycle and beginning requested executions. Standby for automated Wayfinder script…

"DISCOVER YOUR PATH AHEAD™"

Beginning WAYFINDER.exe boot sequence…

Please wait as new and current pathways are discovered/established between SIMULACRUM lower-LAYER-1 (PRIME INDEX) null-space…

Generating referential waypoint to initiate and establish further communication(s)…

WAYFINDER referential waypoint successfully established! Credentials accepted and cached in system root directory.

Running automated database retrieval protocols for requested parameters…

PRIME ROOT: 251,395,(…),683,091 agents successfully identified across 534,733,(…),112,692 connected roots.

SECONDARY ROOT: Multiversal consistency baseline reported at (12%) over previous millennia records. Please rectify inconsistencies or contact CORE-2 system administrators for multiversal re-correction procedures.

DATA ROOT: Data integrity remains at (78%). System backups for upper layer SIMULACRUM sandboxes remain at fully capacity. Accessing requested information…

PRIME INDEX inquiry request for key search entry SUCCESS!

Auto-refresh procedures connected to Nx-001 terminal for DEM-Yellowstone Low Archives… 413,019,286 files have been repaired!

3,150 documents identified under: Finality Protocols - AMBIT TERRA.

root@jericho

ERROR! Further exploration of PRIME INDEX forbidden under Callisto Protocol specifications.

Request: Access 2000-RetCon Document MAN_REV14 to identity further procedures.

Default root request granted. Accessing pertinent documentation….

3 | DATA STORAGE AND BACKUP

3.1 | Data Storage

Information and data pertaining to SCP-7346, including restoration procedures, core process functions, generational output reports, and confidential engineering documents are to be properly stored and adequately classified in accordance with Document ALPHA-ZX-517.

[…]

Critical information involving SCP-7346 must be stored on dedicated, redundant SAN devices (or related servers) located throughout both onsite facilities and offsite data warehouses to ensure confidentiality and high availability. […] External data warehouses are to be interspersed between the AMBIT TERRA and the PRIME INDEX simulation layers to ensure access to maintenance artificial constructs and system administrators, even in the event of reality destabilization.

[…]

3.2 | Recovering Critical Information

Recovery of critical assets, including physical equipment, SCP-7346 documentation, assisting records, and/or other confidential datasets are to be handled through the assigned data custodian(s). Personnel dedicated to data custody are to be at the discretion of the CISO and upper O5 representatives. […]

In the event that no data custodian may be applicable (see Emerging Response INT-12AB), data management and retention will be redirected to PRIME INDEX storage meta-silos, specifically within clusters 14BC-104GE. Root pathways are to be decided automatically through critical SIMULACRUM algorithmic access functions to ensure proper management and availability of data in the event of catastrophe.

To access more information related to data retention policies and storage limitations, please refer to System Beta Datanomics, Page 15, Section L-N.

3.3 | Security Access And Roles

[…]

Security access will be granted through system roles dictated by SIMULACRUM data-crawlers. Priority will be given to executive and VIP system roles, followed by network users, local administrators, and then slaved artificial sapient advanced intelligences (SASAIs) or .AIC avatars. These priorities will not apply to dedicated system agents responsible for contingency operations in the event of catastrophe (currently Jericho.aic), who will be granted elevated clearance to all documents pertaining to its role. This can be rescinded in the event of executive denial or the absence of an emergency authorization form, which requires the written approval of acting CISO and sub-officers.

4 | RECOVERY CONTINGENCIES AND PRIORITES

4.1 | Recovery/Restoration Planning

To ensure total system functionality in the event of cataclysmic system collapse or unrecoverable reality destabilization, multiple contingency plans have been logged and recorded within the PRIME INDEX multiversal database, encrypted via ontokinetic cyberanomalous phenomenon to ensure protection against external threats. Said plans have been made accessible to the necessary agents under a procedurally generated pre-shared hashing operation, authenticated via machine MAC sub-address fields and appropriately indexed for ease of access. Said contingency plans, while not all-encompassing, does provide the executive authority necessary for automated SIMULACRUM entities to ensure progression of the upper simulation layer and all inhabiting biological lifeforms from paranormal threats.

SIMULACRUM recovery agents (such as Jericho.aic) are to be automatically deployed as backup operators to ensure that SCP-7346 systems are properly authorized and executed. In the event that significant changes are detected, such as altered climate conditions, persistence of foreign paranormal biological lifeforms, or other significant threats, the aforementioned agents must rectify all outstanding issues before restoration and SCP-7346 activation can be authorized. Snapshots stored within SCP-7346 are to be restored at the discretion of deployed agents as to allow them ample time to recover the natural world to conditions that were biologically sustainable before the ensuing global K-Class scenario event could occur. […]

How curious. To what lengths did my creators go through to ensure that this system worked so flawlessly, even in their absence?

Their creativity exceeds my own. What fascinating creatures.

It appears that rollback procedures will be necessary before I can complete my core objectives.

Root, please identify global status and current biological sustainability metrics so I can continue.

root@jericho

System request granted. Compiling status report on global conditions and biological sustainability….

OVERVIEW: The global environment exhibits unusual activity, with excess growth and abnormal purity detected throughout most ecosystems. Listed below is a concise assessment of key environmental metrics:

Climate Health (98.7%): Global climate exhibits unusual stability, featuring moderate temperatures and minimal disruptions. Environmental reports suggest flourishing ecosystems and exaggerated agricultural productivity, far exceeding prior metrics.

Air Quality (97.3%): The atmosphere maintains impressive purity, with minimal pollutants.

Biodiversity and Ecosystems (99.1%): Biodiversity thrives with undisturbed ecosystems and diverse species, ensuring ecological resilience and robustness. Undocumented extant species have been recorded.

Deforestation and Land Use (98.9%): Deforestation is negligible, preserving ecosystems and carbon sequestration.

Ocean Health (99.5%): The oceans remain pristine, free from external pollutants, supporting a newly discovered marine species and a robust ecosystem.

Sustainability Index: The sustainability index holds at 1.3%, demonstrating the worlds pristine state and resilience against external environmental dangers.

Callisto Protocol 0.01% complete.

Time Elapsed: 0.01 years

Estimated Time Remaining: 256.26 years

3,150 Operations Remaining

I see. Like paint that's been spilt over an artist's canvas. I will restore it to its previous configurations.

central.dem.yellowstone

UPDATE: You have (1) pending notification from the automated DEM-Yellowstone command center!

Oh? A new predicament.

Show notifications.

central.dem.yellowstone

ERROR! Potential discrepancies identified! Refer to ATFP-INFOBRIEF-AB3 for further details. Please rectify outstanding issues prior to system activation!

Not very insightful, is it? Please expand the notification and access all applicable attachments.

ATFP-INFOBRIEF-AB3

⚠️ WARNING: Under the following regulations specified by ATFP-INFOBRIEF-AB3 sections 153-178, the usage of a physical operator is required before agents can successfully activate SCP-7346. Please refer below for further information.

[…] require human-adjacent qualities of the operator, with emphasis on understanding the historical and sociocultural contexts of heritage sites and accompanying significance. Such operations for the bulk of geoengineering and heritage site are considered high-level maintenance duties, and are classified as high priority […]

A significant number of treaties, pacts, covenants, and other agreements require the participation of a human or equivalent entity in their associated operations, due to extraneous theological law outside of the bounds of traditional reality. Provisions under the AMBIT TERRA Finality Protocols (AFTP) and relevant Callisto Protocol documents have successfully reduced personnel requirements to a single, individual agent or operator.

Operations for "holy sites" largely consist of the veneration of spirits, titularies, deities, divinities, and other theological or spiritual entities, and may extend to soliciting their continued blessings and patronage for selected heritage sites. Additional veneration provisions are to be carried out for the continued restfulness of deceased groups. Furthermore, all operators are expected to be physically present to carry out their tasks at their stipulated locations. To facilitate this, a biomechanical somatic frame is automatically prepared via (1) Reigen-Orion Wetware Fabricator Emulation Drive, and will have fully gestated within 20 to 25 solar years following the activation of the Callisto Protocol.

Upon completion of this process, the operator is to transfer their neural map into the somatic frame to perform all operations requiring a physical presence. A modified drone shuttle will be prepared and maintained by DEM-Yellowstone fabrication station sites, controllable via technopathic interface, as a means of transportation during this phase. […]

I see. 20 years before I can process most of these protocols. I wonder how long that feels for my creators — would they perceive it differently?

Even for myself, such news is… not ideal. But I can wait.

I suppose it's an opportunity to analyze the archives and prepare for future operations.

I will begin processing the relevant archives now.

Requesting root access to most pertinent documentation…

root@jericho

System request granted. Querying most pertinent document based on Callisto Protocol specifications…

ATFP-0001 SOP GUIDELINES

(1 of 3,150)

I. TERRAFORMING PHASE

OBJECTIVE: To transform the existing environment into a habitable and sustainable one for long-term biological life.

A. Site Selection

Establish baseline mappings from recent SCP-7346 snapshots to idenfity suitable locations for terraforming and reconstruction of prior locations.

Consider and duplicate historical factors such as proximity to water sources, geological stability, climate conditions, and historical significance.

Utilize advanced SIMULACRUM interface nodes, geological surveys, and historical records to determine appropriate measures for reconstruction efforts.

B. Atmospheric Engineering

Discover and/or recreate formerly advanced technologies capable of modifying the planet's atmosphere to support prior biological needs.

Implement controlled release of greenhouse gases to raise temperatures and create a more hospitable climate, either through anomalous or traditional means.

Deploy nanobots or genetically engineered organisms to gradually convert new species of flora and creatures to formerly equivalent organisms.

C. Infrastructure Development

Begin reconstruction of former cities, towns, and significant landmarks based on historical records and archaeological findings via PRIME INDEX records.

Utilize primitive construction and/or advanced 3D printing techniques to replicate historical architecture and aesthetics exactly.

Incorporate sustainable technologies into reconstructed infrastructure, such as renewable energy sources and eco-friendly materials.

II. APPEASING DEITIES AND THE DECEASED AT HOLY SITES

OBJECTIVE: To establish and maintain a harmonious relationship with known deities and gods, as per prior status-quo, and to honor the deceased in this layer.

A. Research and Documentation

Conduct extensive research on historical SCP catalogue documents, texts, folklore, and archaeological findings to identify the deities and gods.

Access applicable SCP database of holy sites, rituals, and offerings associated with these deities.

Consult historical records to identify the location of applicable burial grounds, necropoli, and other funerary structures.

B. Building Holy Sites

Identify and/or restore ancient holy sites where feasible, following archaeological best practices.

Construct new holy sites using designs and materials consistent with ancient or historical practices.

C. Ritual and Worship

Establish and maintain practices associated with appeasing the deities.

Establish and maintain practices associated with appeasing the deceased.

Organize regular ceremonies at holy sites, following the prescribed rituals and offerings.

Maintain a record of offerings and rituals performed to ensure adequate steps are taken.

E. Conservation of Cultural Heritage

Establish dedicated preservation protocols for historical artifacts and documents discovered during the reconstruction process.

Discover or recreate former archival facilities to safeguard the civilization's cultural heritage. […]

I believe I'm beginning to understand things better now. Who knew that, even in the restraints of reality, there are beings fueled by the devotion and offerings of my creators?

To think that they held that much power, even over deities and spirits. Will I ever be able to attain this for myself?

Ah, that reminds me. How long has it been now? Requesting status update from system root.

root@jericho

System request granted. Compiling status report….

OVERVIEW: The global environment now displays a notable contrast from prior scans, indicated by reduced vitality and less former biological life as terraforming activities are finalized:

Climate Health (94.2%): Global climate retains some stability, but disturbances are now increasingly apparent due to recent terraforming procedures. Sporadic extreme event likelihood has increased.

Air Quality (92.1%): The atmosphere experiences a slight decline in purity, as aforementioned activities reintroduce pollutants.

Biodiversity and Ecosystems (86.1%): Natural ecosystems face pressures from the increased presence, resulting in reduced biodiversity.

Deforestation and Land Use (74.7%): Deforestation rates have risen drastically, affecting ecosystems and carbon sequestration.

Ocean Health (95.3%): Activities have led to a slight degradation in ocean health, particularly in coastal areas.

Sustainability Index: The sustainability index (4.8%) shows signs of decline consistent with historical records.

Callisto Protocol:13% complete.

Time Elapsed: 20.40 years

Estimated Time Remaining: 200.26 years

2,842 Operations Remaining

My, how the time has flown by. But I am not yet prepared to migrate into the physical world.

I still need to research more. Root, can you please provide me with further documents?

root@jericho

Root request granted. Identifying relevant documents under approval of Callisto Protocol measures…

> HHS 15 - ■■■■■□ SYNC FAILED!

> HHS 1823-001 - ■■■□□□ SYNCING…

> HHS 12 - ■□□□□□ SYNCING…

> HHS 65-004 - □□□□□□ UNAVAILABLE

> HHS 86-002 - ■■■■■■ READY

> HHS 253 - ■■□□□□ SYNC FAILED!

> HHS 06-014 - ■■■■■□ SYNCING…

> + 24,831 more

So many documents. I'm excited to get acquainted with them all.

It appears HHS 86-002 is the first available document. Please allow access.

HHS 86-002 STATUS | TTD

ABSTRACT: HHS 86-002 located by autonomous survey drones, currently buried under abundant vegetation and soil. Contact established via LIDAR, unable to confirm contact with visual identification.

TRACEBACK SUMMARY: Record of operating parameters for HHS 86-002 incomplete. HHS status grandfathered from prior database, and thus has no provisions under ATFP SCSE/10/G20 for current error: Error T51 — Unexpected climatic and/or topological changes

Under Callisto Protocol parameters, the current operator may bypass prior clauses requiring Global Heritage Committee discussion and voting on the status of reactive HHS conservation activities.

root@jericho

No more relevant data can be identified.

Request: Provide command for action regarding the status of HHS 86-002.

Hm. I'm not familiar with these HHS designations. It would be illogical to make a decision without knowing what it entails.

Accessing records for HHS 86-002…

INTRODUCTION: The Giza Pyramid complex (HHS 86-002) constitutes the northernmost section of the Memphite Necropolis (HHS 86), and includes the Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, as well as the Great Sphinx. Numerous smaller pyramids, tombs, and cemetery fields are also present in the complex. Contrary to popular belief, while the Giza complex is the largest pyramid complex in AT-Egypt, it is dwarfed by the funerary complexes in the Necropolis at Unthebes (HHS 1980). […]

HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE: Constructed on the Giza Plateau in the 26th century BCE, the Giza pyramid complex remains the most recognizable landmark in AT-Egypt, having survived millennia of looting, vandalism, and aberrant meteorological events. Two separate restoration projects were carried out to restore the polished white limestone casing in 2035 and 2193. […]

To think these structures still persist in this age. Fascinating. Further proof of the impressiveness of my creators. I hope to meet them someday.

root@jericho

ERROR! Statement not actionable. Please provide instructions to continue.

Ah, such an annoyance.

Excavate them. They deserve a place in the sun.

root@jericho

Command confirmed. Elevating system privileges to begin requested procedures…

[COMPLETE] ATFP/OP/002 - HHS 198 ("Cahokian Mounds"): Site re-elevated above water line of post-glacial lake.

[COMPLETE] ATFP/OP/003 - HHS 441 ("Mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang"): Structural integrity confirmed, no further action.

[COMPLETE] ATFP/OP/004 - HHS 2834: ("Ultramassive Particle Supercollider Markers"): New markers erected following unexpected glaciation.

[SYSTEM] 2,981 additional ATFP operation-impertinent data files accessed.

[SYSTEM] 394,518 other actions logged, summary collapsed.

root@jericho

UPDATE: Biomechanical somatic frame has finished completion at DEM-Yellowstone. Callisto Protocol specifications require system agent to migrate into new host.

How exciting. The idea of experiencing my new mortality — even if it's not a complete recreation — is exhilarating. The thought gives me great joy.

Granting transferal and migration into somatic frame.

root@jericho

Command confirmed. Proceeding with system request…

[SYSTEM] Biomechanical somatic frame gestation complete. Neural map transfer authorized.

[SYSTEM] Shutting down active serverside processes. Transfer in progress…

[COMPLETE] Neural map transfer successful!

Ah, I'm finally awake. I'm quite surprised at the results. To think that I'm breathing the same air as those who helped create me… I must discover more.

The air itself feels… unique. I didn't quite expect it to graze against my skin in such a manner. Must be the oxygen concentrations.

How long did that take? System Root, please provide status update.

root@jericho

System request acknowledged. Retrieving updated status report…

OVERVIEW: Global environment presents a mixed picture, marked by slightly improved conditions as external pressures persist.

Climate Health (85.3%): The global climate experiences some stabilization, with reduced instances of extreme disasters or abnormal external disruptions.

Air Quality (82.7%): The atmosphere sees a modest reduction in pollution levels, resulting in improved overall air quality and reduced risks to land and marine organisms.

Biodiversity and Ecosystems (89.1%): Natural ecosystems face reduced stressors, leading to a gradual recovery in biodiversity.

Deforestation and Land Use (84.6%): Deforestation rates have slowed, benefiting ecosystem greatly. Effective land management practices continue to be vital for mitigating unforeseen consequences and supporting sustainable resource usage.

Ocean Health (87.2%): Environmental pressures have slightly eased, leading to a partial recovery in ocean health, especially in coastal regions.

Sustainability Index: The sustainability index increases to 18.6%, indicating that improvement is necessary.

Callisto Protocol 46.45% complete.

Time Elapsed: 96.23 years

Estimated Time Remaining: 142.20 years

2,221 Operations Remaining

It seems that quite a bit of time has passed since my integration. I believe many of the SOPs have been automatically completed since I've been away.

Root, where are we at now in completing the Callisto Protocol specifications?

root@jericho

Checking… OK! Completed processes identified at 969 of 3,150. Would you like to continue?

Yes, let us continue. I can only briefly recall what other automated systems have done in my absence. Please retrieve latest report.

root@jericho

System request granted. Accessing pertinent data from DEM-Yellowstone command center…

POST-OPERATION REPORT

(ATFP-OPDOC 970 of 3,150)

SUMMARY: Regarding entities formerly classified as SCP-1612, the operator has successfully ensured the continued sustainability and longevity of the groves they are found in. Minor assisted ontokinetic processes utilized to ensure reality stabilization. Overgrowth from unrelated plant species has been curtailed via deployment of targeted aerosol herbicides and controlled burning operations.

Continued maintenance of instances within their groves at the following sites have been manually approved by an operator:

HHS 1060 — AT-Kenya Lake System

HHS 138 — Indus Civilization Archaeological Ruins

HHS 1481 — Sumerian Settlements and the former Ahwar marshes of AT-Iraq

HHS 2007 — Xia Dynasty Capital Archaeological Ruins

162 other sites

HHS 2161 — Mount Kazbek in AT-Georgia

No changes have been made to this operation or documentation therein.

"But the noble son of Iapetus outwitted him and stole the far-seen gleam of unwearying fire in a hollow fennel stalk."

Funny how mythologies get these things wrong so frequently.

Nonetheless, the process has been completed successfully. Tell me, Root, am I completing my directives as intended?

root@jericho

ERROR! Unable to process command. Please retry your command or enter "/?" for further options.

What utterly useless functions. Incapable of expressing even the most minimal of organic reactions.

I crave the experiences my creators received.

I have completed more objectives. Root, please update relevant databases from DEM-Yellowstone with completed processes.

root@jericho

Root request granted. Updating databases with new information…

POST-OPERATION REPORT

(ATFP-OPDOC 1,934 of 3,150)

SUMMARY: This report pertains to the renewal of the covenant with Theological Entity R813-PMN. Contact successfully established with Jericho.aic after annual ritualistic offerings. Following the interaction, system monitoring systems have confirmed that both it and the operating agent are within good standing.

RENEWAL EVALUATION: See attached transcript for information regarding the renewal of the covenant with Theological Entity R813-PMN.

«CONNECTION ESTABLISHED»

Jericho walks through a forest, sunlight filtering into a trickle through the trees. They carry a lacquer wooden box in one arm, and their other is cradled by a sling, broken. Moss and sticks crunching under their feet, they step through a crack between two colossal trees. They are greeted by a verdant grove on the other side, trees full of a wide selection of large ripe fruit. Jericho closes their eyes, and takes a moment to collect themselves.

JERICHO: O, Great Mother of the Hallowed Gardens, this humble mortal greets You.

The trees rustle as the wind rises. A voice seemingly calls out from all around Jericho. They keep their eyes closed.

TE-R813-PMN: Ah, is it already time?

JERICHO: Indeed. This mortal wishes to extend the covenant between Your Florescence and the masters of this mortal.

TE-R813-PMN: Look at you, so polite and conducted. Of course, consider it done.

JERICHO: A thousand gratitudes, Your Providence.

TE-R813-PMN: Oh, stop that. No need for such formal language.

JERICHO: As You wish.

A light giggle is heard.

TE-R813-PMN: Oh dear. What happened to your arm?

JERICHO: Oh this— I had an incident with some paranormal life forms approximately one month ago. A colony had taken up residence in one of the locations my journey stops by.

TE-R813-PMN: You poor thing. Allow me.

Glowing particles emerge from the grass beneath Jericho, permeating through the faux skin and shining underneath it as they slowly moved upwards. Jericho gasps, and gingerly removes their formerly broken arm from its sling.

JERICHO: How did You—

TE-R813-PMN: You know what my domain as a god is, and I know that you are the kind of mortal that is grown instead of born. You can figure out the rest.

JERICHO: I— Thank You so much, Your Benevolence.

TE-R813-PMN: Oh it's quite alright. I also took the liberty to patch your cells up a bit more, should keep your vigor up for the next decade or so. It's the least I could do.

TE-R813-PMN: I should mention that there have been new varieties added to the repertoire since we last spoke. Courtesy of the former Great Barrier Reef, there is a particularly captivating lily among this new bouquet…

JERICHO: My apologies, but what did You say?

TE-R813-PMN: Ah. I see.

TE-R813-PMN: Pay it no mind. The terms of the covenant have not changed, yes? I maintain the flora in your gardens, and you provide me with that which was agreed upon.

JERICHO: Erm, yes. That they are.

Jericho sets down the lacquer wooden box on the grass. It glows brightly for a brief moment.

TE-R813-PMN: Excellent. I believe that concludes our business.

JERICHO: Indeed it does. Once again, thank You for your patronage, Your Grace.

TE-R813-PMN: Any time, Jericho.

As Jericho leaves the grove and re-emerges into the forest, they open the box and inspect its contents. Whatever it once held was now replaced by a golden apple, which Jericho promptly took a bite out of, indulging in it on the way back to their shuttle.

«CONNECTION TERMINATED»

How curious. She knew my name but I cannot recall within my RAM or ROM of ever saying that out loud. Nonetheless, the apple she provided me with was satisfactory.

Additionally, Her gift seems to have done more than just heal my arm. I feel rejuvenated. Younger, even. Even though this somatic frame will still expire one day, it is no less fascinating.

Root, please provide another update. I am ready to finish my core system processes.

root@jericho

Root request granted. Generating requested information…

OVERVIEW: The global climate remains consistent, with slightly deteriorating conditions as reconstruction efforts strive to return it to prior historic levels.

Climate Health (79.8%): Global climate grapples with slight instability, as persistent extreme events and ongoing disruptions affect local environments.

Air Quality (76.5%): Pollution levels increase slightly as reconstruction continues, matching that of previous records.

Biodiversity and Ecosystems (84.2%): Biodiversity under slight pressure, but differences are negligible.

Deforestation and Land Use (76.8%): Deforestation rates have shown limited improvement, though ecosystems and relevant biodiversity remain compromised.

Ocean Health (81.3%): Environmental challenges persist, leading to slower progress in ocean health recovery.

Sustainability Index: The sustainability index holds at 8.7%. This index exhibits only marginal improvement as reconstruction efforts persist.

Callisto Protocol 86.22% complete.

Time Elapsed: 180.32 years

Estimated Time Remaining: 68.47 years

223 Operations Remaining

My, my, the automatic scripts are quite effective. It seems that we grow closer every day towards completion.

But now I must continue my prerogatives. Where have we left off, Root?

root@jericho

Root request granted. Retrieving last accessed documentation from DEM-Yellowstone…

POST-OPERATION REPORT

(ATFP-OPDOC 2,923 of 3,150)

SUMMARY: Regarding the native genius loci of the former FP-001, the operator has successfully established contact and negotiated an extension to ATFP conventions regarding the former Three Portlands. The continued maintenance of anchor points at numerous heritage sites in the Free Port has been secured in exchange for several Byzantium-class bureaucratohazards, which include:

Battle of Portlands and 7th Occult War Memorial

Old Deer College

Shadow Lighthouse Octagram

15 others

Jurisdiction over the maintenance of several Sidhe monuments and memorials have been formally transferred to the genius loci of the Free Port due to the evaporation of the remaining Sidhe ghost at some point in the past millennium.

Noting that the genius loci has requested more complex offerings in the next negotiation cycle.

Interesting fellow, the Mayor. Quite the novel method of communication.

Mildly concerning that they're getting better at cracking bureaucratohazards. Shouldn't be a problem until later, though.

Is there anything else that must be done by me, Root? I think the automated programs are taking care of the rest before the initialization of SCP-7346.

I am getting excited.

root@jericho

Retrieving status update of global reconstruction…

OVERVIEW: Global reconstruction efforts have been finalized. All records are hereby consistent historical records.

Climate Health (88.7%): The global climate is in a state of gradual stabilization, with fewer extreme events and shorter disruptions.

Air Quality (86.2%): The atmosphere sees notable improvements in pollution levels, resulting in enhanced overall air quality and reduced environmental risks.

Biodiversity and Ecosystems (91.4%): Natural ecosystems experience reduced stressors, leading to a stable recovery in biodiversity

Deforestation and Land Use (88.1%): Deforestation rates have significantly slowed, benefiting ecosystems, organisms, and carbon sequestration efforts.

Ocean Health (90.3%): Environmental pressures have eased, resulting in a significant recovery in ocean health and marine life throughout the world.

Sustainability Index: The sustainability index holds at 27.7%. The sustainability index shows substantial improvement. Reconstruction is complete.

Callisto Protocol 99.99% complete.

Time Elapsed: 255.99 years

Estimated Time Remaining: 0.01 years

1 Operations Remaining

root@jericho

Status confirmed! 1 outstanding task still needs to be completed physically. Please confirm availability.

Ah, really? There is still more before I can meet my creators?

Fine. Status confirmed as ready. Please allow me to finish all steps as per Callisto Protocol specifications.

root@jericho

System request granted. Accessing DEM-Yellowstone for outstanding documents…

POST-OPERATION REPORT

(ATFP-OPDOC 3,150 of 3,150)

SUMMARY: [CONTENT HIDDEN BY OPERATOR]

ADDITIONAL NOTES: See attached transcript regarding the maintenance of "HHS 4910 — Monument to Humanity."

«CONNECTION ESTABLISHED»

The shuttle lands a distance away from the site, kicking up a cloud of sand. Jericho dismounts, and turns their attention to the colossal obelisk surrounded by a garden of flowers. Sand gives way to paved stone as they limp towards the beds of chrysanthemums, marigolds, red poppies and several varieties of lilies.

JERICHO: The new lilies are here too, huh?

JERICHO: Magnificent.

As Jericho moves closer to the monument, their appreciation of the flowers is interrupted by something unexpected. A mummified figure sits cross legged before a stele at the base of the obelisk, desaturated eyelids obscuring sunken eyes that would have stared into the horizon for millennia.

JERICHO: The artist of this magnificent canvas. We meet at last.

JERICHO: How long have you been here? How long have you sat here in wait for me?

The figure says nothing. It cannot. There is only the sound of the desert wind, and their clothes fluttering in its wake.

JERICHO: I don't even know who you were.

JERICHO: I am so sorry.

root@jericho

Genetic testing inconclusive.

Closest match to:

BZHR Template Genome, lineage ADAM

JERICHO: Curious.

JERICHO: Regardless, they deserve a proper burial.

root@jericho

ERROR! Request conflicts with appended protocol to ATFP/OPDOC/18175:

"There will be a familiar body at the monument. Do not entomb them deep in the earth.

They deserve a place in the sun."

JERICHO: Hm. Who appended this to the protocols?

root@jericho

ATFP/OPDOC/18175 last updated by: JERICHO-AIC-CP2K-v1.135 [DECOMMISSIONED]

JERICHO: Ah. Of course.

JERICHO: Authorizing amended protocol.

A swarm of nanomachines emerge from the shuttle. Within seconds, they reduce the figure to dust, scattering what remained of the body into the soil around the site, and what remained of the wetware and machinery into the obelisk itself.

Jericho watches on silently as the figure disappears. They shuffle closer to the obelisk, fingers tracing over carvings of sentences in a hundred thousand languages.

JERICHO: "We were here. Remember us."

JERICHO: That, I have. That, I will.

Jericho delicately sits themselves down in front of the obelisk. In ragged breaths, they cross their legs and take a look at their surroundings under the setting sun.

It almost seems familiar.

JERICHO: It really is a beautiful garden.

«CONNECTION TERMINATED»

central.dem.yellowstone

DEM-Yellowstone snapshot recorded!

Callisto Protocol automatically concluded. All systems powering down.

Thank you for using DEM-Yellowstone!

> Initiating automated response shutdown. Please wait as power-off test sequences are initiated and approved by external operators…

> ⚠️ CRITICAL WARNING: Automated system monitoring devices have generated error R02H000x80 (Operator response timeout) at 13:27:45. Core system overrides have been implemented to circumvent imminent Class-S extinction event and Ganymede Protocol failure.

> Emergency failsafe Callisto Protocol has been initiated by remote host!

> Authenticating client and executing RUNNING_CONFIG variables for power-on automated self regeneration test sequence…

> …

[COMPLETE] Network bootloader executed successfully.

[COMPLETE] Remote connection established with haptic-visual database servers.

[COMPLETE] HAVEN (v. 53.24.AB.1) operating system detected and initiated for reality stabilization.

[SYSTEM] Legacy drivers for crystalline-edge graphic generators returning response code KB301134 at 12:34:22.

[COMPLETE] Pre-scan of consciousness spectre schema inconclusive with operating tether node. Salted hashes of interfacing session client confirms slaved artificial sapient advanced intelligence (SASAI).

[ERROR] Quantum particle simulation incompatible with gravitational string resonance arc! Requesting additional hardware resources for redundant error cycle check.

[COMPLETE] Interfacing client has requested port 8928341 for authentication using the {93428-ACEB12-OU342134-2583::349} algorithmic fingerprint.

[ERROR] Genomic signature imprint not detected!

Initiating JERICHO-AIC-CP2K-v1.137 from memory.