the ocular region. Despite this, the bulged areas of skin where the 
sewn X's are located act as fully functional eyes by means not 
currently understood. SCP-1834 is arthritic, requiring the use of a 
cane, and has trimethylaminuria, a genetic condition which causes 
intense fish-like body odor. 


At will, SCP-1834 is able to elongate the areas of skin which act as 
its eyes into long, flexible, cylindrical eyestalks. It maintains full 
control over their position and motion, and as of the latest tests can 
extend them to a maximum length of 25 meters. Additionally, it is 
able to split its eyestalks into multiple branches of variable length 
and width and merge them together again; splitting results in a sewn 
X manifesting at the end of each branch. Throughout this process, 
SCP-1834 maintains perfect vision and is able to keep itself 
oriented. How its brain is able to compensate for multiple 
contradicting points of view is unknown. The use of its ability is 
noiseless and painless; from where the extra mass comes is 
unknown. No other part of its body possesses the ability. 


Every 24 hours at approximately 7:30 PM, SCP-1834 will become 
convinced of the fact that it is "showtime." SCP-1834 will attempt to 
stand on top of the nearest table, chair, or other piece of flat 
elevated furniture; if it is unable to do so because of its arthritis or 
because of a lack of furniture, it will simply stand in the center of the 
room. At this point, it will become more lively and begin a 
performance using its ability. This starts by the formation of simple 
cursive words, geometric shapes, and the outlines of animals using 
its eyestalks. As the performance progresses, the shapes become 
more complex, including full cursive sentences, polyhedra, and life- 
sized animate imitations of personnel in attendance. Throughout the 
performance, SCP-1834 exudes copious quantities of 
trimethylamine? and talks in a fast-paced banter with the audience, 
gesturing with its cane and occasionally inquiring their names, 
favorite animals and foods. When its queries are answered, it 
attempts to form the shape of said name, animal or food with its 
eyestalks. It is unable to stop the performance once it has begun 
until approximately 45 minutes have passed, and often expresses 
exhaustion and relief when the performance is finished. Outside of 
performances, SCP-1834 is generally polite, slow-paced and soft- 
spoken. 


SCP-1834 was recovered in , Louisiana. It was living ina 
wooden shack labeled "PHOTO STUDIO" in what seemed to be a 
hastily abandoned fairground. SCP-1834 expressed the sentiment 
that it had been left behind and was waiting for someone to pick it 
up; it entered containment happily once the promise of food and 
permanent shelter were made apparent. 


SCP-1834 Interview Log 
<Begin Log> 


Dr. Ling: SCP-1834, you seem to have no control over 
your actions while performing. Is that an accurate 
statement? 


SCP-1834: Sir, | don't really know if that's the case. 
Performing is exhilarating, a grand thing to do, and it 
makes me feel young again. But when showtime is over 
and | get off the stage, I'm just a smelly old man with 
tired bones. Maybe, maybe you're right though. | 
suppose you could say that I'm out of control when | 
perform. But only just. 


Dr. Ling: When did you start performing? 


SCP-1834: That would have been in 19 ... yes, that was 
the year | first saw the man with the upside-down face. 
Soon after that | joined Mr. Herman Fuller's Circus of the 
Disquieting. What a wonderful venture. Now, colleagues 
of mine may have had less than enjoyable experiences 
in the freak show, but my ride was smooth as silk. Know 
why? Because | behaved. 


Dr. Ling: Did you have your ability before that point? 
SCP-1834: Since birth, sir. 
Dr. Ling: And the trimethylaminuria — the body odor? 


SCP-1834: Yes, sir, that too. | wasn't named Uriel 
Fishbones for my graveyard gums. (SCP-1834 grins, 


extending his right eyestalk down to look into his own 
mouth.) Them | got from Grandpa Earl. 


Dr. Ling: But your eyes — when were they sewn shut? 


SCP-1834: (chuckling) | don't know what you could 
mean, sir. My sight is fine. 


(Five seconds of silence, during which SCP-1834 
retracts his right eyestalk slowly.) 


Dr. Ling: ...So then, in the end, why do you perform? 


SCP-1834: | learned as a boy that it is much better to do 
what you are told than to go without supper. And | was 
told that showtime is 7:30 in the evening. 


<End Log> 


Footnotes 

1. SCP-1834 is unable to recall its own date of birth. 

2. The chemical responsible for its fish-like body odor. For unknown 
reasons, less of this chemical is produced the higher off the ground 
SCP-1834 stands. 


« SCP-1833 | SCP-1834 | SCP-1835 » 


SCP-1835: Rupertian Zeppelins 


Item #: SCP-1835 
Object Class: Euclid 


Special Containment Procedures: Foundation agents shall 
monitor news networks in the United States and Canada for any 
reports of unusual aircraft activity. Instances of SCP-1835 are to be 
explained away as experimental aircraft being tested by Sonny Croft 
Propulsion, a Foundation front. Mobile Task Force Phi-59 
("Hindenburg Haters") will collect as many instances of SCP-1835-A 
documentation as is logistically feasible after an SCP-1835 event. 
Class C Amnesiacs will be dispersed over population centers 
affected by SCP-1835 in the event of a Grade 3 Public Awareness 
Breach. 


Description: SCP-1835 is the designation given to a series of 
anomalous aircraft that have manifested throughout Canada and the 
northern United States since 19 . These aircraft strongly resemble 
rigid airship dirigibles used throughout the late 19th and early 20th 
century; however, close examination of their external frame has 
revealed technological sophistication far beyond that of the last rigid 
airships used before their widespread replacement by airplanes after 
World War II, with some researchers hypothesizing technological 
advancement surpassing the few rigid airships currently in use 
around the world. 


Shortly after manifesting, SCP-1835 instances will travel in a straight 
direction at an average speed of 60 km/h, maintaining this course for 
between twenty to forty minutes before demanifesting again. 
Attempts to come within close proximity of SCP-1835 instances 
have proven futile: when any aircraft come within 150 metres of the 
airspace of an SCP-1835 instance, it will demanifest, appearing to 
briefly "shimmer" before vanishing. Photographs of the interior of 
SCP-1835 instances taken at a distance seem to indicate that no 
personnel are onboard the ship, and instances appear to be 


automated. 


Thus far, researchers have not been able to discern any meaningful 
pattern from recorded manifestations of SCP-1835. To date, the 
southernmost instance of SCP-1835 that has been recorded 
manifested in an abandoned field in southern Minnesota on //_ , 
and the northernmost instance outside of Slave Lake, Albertaon // 


In recorded manifestations, SCP-1835 instances have dropped 
flyers from their interiors. Several flyers have been transcribed 
below: 


Document SCP-1835-34-A 
ATTENTION ALL CITIZENS! 


In accordance with Article V, Section 33 of the Basic Law 
of the Federated Empire of Rupertia, all citizens aged 20 
to 39 are hereby drafted to serve in the War of Alarian 
Aggression. The nation of Alaria has antagonized the 
peace-loving peoples of our glorious Empire for far too 
long, and Emperor Stephen XI, in his enlightened 
wisdom, has decreed that their antagonism towards our 
nation must come to an end. Eligible citizens are 
required to report to their local Enlistment Center for 
processing. 


LONG LIVE THE EMPEROR! 
LONG LIVE RUPERTIA! 


Document SCP-1835-53-A 


A Message From The Respected Stephen XI, 
Emperor of Rupertia 


Greetings, citizens of the Empire. In the months since 
the war to preserve the independence of our glorious 
country began, | have heard many fears and 
apprehensions expressed by citizens participating in the 
war effort. | share your concerns. The barbaric and 


ruthless Alarians, in their relentless quest to deprive us 
of our liberty and way of life, have been working tirelessly 
to sow the seeds of discontent within our populace and 
destroy our morale. But let me assure you: so long as | 
draw breath, we shall never give in. 


Times have been difficult for all of us. | myself have been 
forced to go on rations, as have my family members. It is 
times like these that test our resolve; the Natural Law of 
the world dictates that the strong willed survive whilst the 
weak perish. And as Rupertians, we are the strongest, 
most honorable people on the face of the Earth, and it is 
the will of the Cosmos that we will drive the invaders 
from our country and secure peace and prosperity for our 


progeny. 


| encourage all citizens to report any potential Alarian 
spies and sympathizers to the proper authorities with due 
haste. As a citizenry, we must be united in our war effort. 
Traitorous sympathizers, such as the recently executed 
Mikel Somptik, will not be tolerated on our soil. It is your 
duty to your country and the Cosmos to remain united in 
the face of the gravest threat to our existence in living 
memory. 


| thank you all for your continual efforts to ensure our 
success. The loyal patriots of the Information Ministry will 
keep you updated on the progress of the war. 


Regards, 


The Respected Stephen XI! 
Emperor of Rupertia 

Long Live The Emperor 
Long Live Rupertia 


Document SCP-1835-59-A 


Addressing Misconceptions and Planted Lies 
A Message From the Information Ministry 
Citizens of Rupertia, 


It has come to our attention that numerous false rumors 
planted by Alarian spies have made their way into the 
public discourse. As the educational arm of the Empire, it 
is the duty of the Information Ministry to refute these lies: 


1. Alarian soldiers have not infiltrated Rupertian territory. 
Since the initial invasion, all Alarian soldiers have been 
repelled. Reports indicating otherwise are false 
propaganda. 

2. Casualties are at a sustainable level, and our reserves 
are filled with healthy soldiers ready to do their duty to 
their Emperor and Country. 

3. Rupertian citizens of Alarian ancestry have indeed 
been relocated for the duration of the war effort; 
however, this has not been done to question their 
patriotism, merely to ensure their safety. 

4. Finally, the Emperor and his family are alive and well, 
and are doing all they can to ensure the war ends swiftly 
and in an honorable victory for the Federated Empire of 
Rupertia. 


Please remember to report any potential rumors and 
disloyal citizens to the Information Ministry and 
Protection Ministry, respectively. 


Long Live The Emperor 
Long Live Rupertia 


Document SCP-1835-61 
Flyer contains two sentences, in large font covering the entire page. 
The Emperor Is Dead. Long Live Rupertia. 


« SCP-1834 | SCP-1835 | SCP-1836 » 


SCP-1836: Mother in the Ice 


Item #: SCP-1836 
Object Class: Euclid 


Special Containment Procedures: SCP-1836 is to be recontained! 
within Site-641, which is disguised as an active ecological research 
station and wildlife preserve at N 74.13- W93.81, encompassing the 
entirety of the Cunningham Inlet. The research station is to be 
staffed with a full-time research team and support staff including a 
classically trained angakkug2 and a certified cosmetologist.3 


A 50km radius of protected waters is to be maintained around the 
site. These waters are to be patrolled by armed Foundation assets 
disguised as research personnel or environmental activist elements. 
Trespassers are to be interrogated, administered level-C amnestics 
and released in the nearest settlement. 


An access causeway is to be maintained into one of the caves that 
perforate SCP-1836. Access to the causeway is restricted to the Site 
Director, on-site shaman and cosmetologist. Additional personnel 
may be permitted by majority consensus of the personnel with 
access or by direct request of relevant Level-4 personnel. In the 
event of hostile SCP-1836 activity the staff shaman and 
cosmetologist are to enter SCP-1836 using the causeway and enact 
the Helping Hands Protocol In the event of failure Foundation 
personnel are to fall back and observe SCP-1836 until it enters its 
inactive state. At which time they are to mobilize MTF-89E "Tomas's 
Tuggers" to tow SCP-1836 back to Site-641. 


Update: The Helping Hands Protocol has been found to have 
variable effectiveness. To date, the protocol has failed on several 
occasions to completely quell SCP-1836. Outbursts have occurred 
causing 3 fatalities, and 12 injuries, necessitating refilling of key staff 
positions. In order to maintain containment the on-site shaman has 
been given wide discretion in regard to the appropriate ritualistic 


tack to take when SCP-1836 becomes hostile>. Additional resources 
have been made available to facilitate containment®. 


Update: Following the incidents of - - no birds are to be allowed 
to enter proximity with SCP-1836 during the Helping Hands protocol. 
All birds roosting on the gravel bar, on SCP-1836 or within a 30 
meter radius are to be chased off or exterminated. Birds 
exterminated in this way will be handed over to the on-site shaman 
for appropriate ritualistic disposal. 


Description: SCP-1836 is a green, non-tabular, pinnacle iceberg 
peaking 90m above the surface, approximately 123m in length. It is 
estimated to weigh between 150,000 and 175,000 metric tons and 
extends approximately 450 meters below the surface. Submersible 
surveys of the SCP-1836 have revealed many large tunnels 
extending into the object. Aside from coloration the object appears 
to be an ordinary iceberg. Core samples have revealed that the 
iceberg is composed of ordinary ice. Algae entrapped within the ice 
give the object its unusual coloration. 


SCP-1836-1 is a pod of mammalian organisms of the Order Cetacea 
that are housed within SCP-1836. The pod is composed of several 
different species with fluctuating composition and number’ . The 
cause of these changes in the pod's composition are unknown. To 
date the pod has included specimens tentatively identified as 
members of the Basilosauridae, Ambulocetidae, Acrophyseter, and 
Eurhinodelphinidae. Recently Lipotes vexillifer has been sighted 
during SCP-1836 activity. The mechanism by which inter-species 
communication is facilitated between pod members is currently 
under investigation. 


The anomalous properties of the object manifest when marine 
mammals are hunted at sea or on the shoreline by any people who 
are not of Aleut, Yukpik or Inupiat ethnicity within a 50 km radius of 
the object. SCP-1836 will begin to accelerate toward the hunt until 
the object reaches a speed of 35 knots. At this point the hunted 
mammal or mammals, now designated SCP-1836-2, will change 
bearing to head directly toward SCP-1836. If underwater topography 
makes this impossible, SCP-1836-2 will adopt the most efficient 
course to bring it within proximity of SCP-1836. If SCP-1836-2 
reaches SCP-1836 before being overtaken, SCP-1836-2 will place 


the object between itself and the hunters. 


As SCP-1836 is strictly oceangoing, it can take no further action 
against land-bound hunters. If the hunter or hunters continue 
pursuing SCP-1836-2 in an oceangoing vessel, however, SCP-1836 
will proceed to ram the hunting vessel until it breaches the hull. It will 
then extrude part of itself into the hull breach and expand, widening 
the breach. This process will continue until the vessel becomes 
structurally unsound or begins to sink, at which point the extension 
will retract.