SCP-3967 is not to be let outside under any circumstances due to 
risk of accidental containment breach. In the event SCP-3967 ever 
accidentally breaches containment, Mobile Task Force Tau-7 
“Firewatch” is to be dispatched to safely recover it. Recovery via 
helicopter is strictly prohibited following Incident A-3967. 


Description: SCP-3967 is an animate, humanoid-shaped balloon 
standing at approximately 1.4 meters and is matte black in color. It 
has no appendages other than its arms and legs, each only having 
little use. SCP-3967 can control at what altitude it floats below 6 
meters, but above that altitude will begin to uncontrollably float 


upwards. Although SCP-3967’s surface is made of common, non- 
anomalous polychloroprene used in commercial-use balloons, only 
One incident to date has resulted in a rupture in its surface. When 
ruptured, gas does not leak out of SCP-3967 nor does it deflate, 
however SCP-3967 will lose its ability to control its altitude and will 
fall to the ground. Any damage to SCP-3967s surface will self- 
regenerate after a period of one (1) hour. SCP-3967 also lacks an 
inflation outlet on its surface, making it unclear how it was initially 
inflated. 


During Test A-3967-1, it was discovered that the gas inside of 
SCP-3967 is non-anomalous, but has not been previously 
recognized. The gas has a similar density to helium, approximately 
0.183 g/L at STP and an average molecular mass of 4.046 g/mol. 
However, when exposed to extremely low temperatures that would 
normally liquify helium, the inside of SCP-3967 did not change. 
Likewise, the gas inside SCP-3967 did not change at absolute zero. 
Similarly, when exposed to extreme pressure, the gas did not 
solidify. SCP-3967 does not notice temperature or atmospheric 
pressure changes, other than limitations on what altitude it can float. 


Despite lack of any internal organs or orifices capable of 
vocalization, SCP-3967 is able to speak. It is generally 
conversational and friendly, showing enthusiasm and cooperation 
with staff. SCP-3967 claims that its name is “Paul” and can be 
addressed as such under individual discretion. SCP-3967 is of 
average intelligence and has an IQ of roughly 92, but shows little to 
no understanding of complex technology or machinery. 


Within a certain period of time after creating a memory (determined 
to be between 15-19 months), SCP-3967’s memory begins to 
deteriorate. Usual memory loss begins with SCP-3967 being unable 
to recall certain details-such as a person’s skin color or height- 
followed by SCP-3967 being unable to discern whether or not 
something happened or not. The only memory SCP-3967 is able to 
recall that is older than 19 months is its name. To prevent complete 
memory loss while in containment, a handwritten or electronic 
journal is to be recorded of daily events and shown to SCP-3967 
every morning and evening. 


Incident Log A-3967: SCP-3967 was escorted outside under 
supervision of Dr. Lang and Dr. Summers during a light rainstorm. 
Windy conditions had not yet developed. The three were sitting 
underneath a covered pavilion when conditions worsened and a 
strong gust of wind forced SCP-3967 out from its seat and into the 
open air, where it began to float upwards uncontrollably. Mobile 
Task Force Tau-7 was dispatched to recover it, using two (2) Bell 
UH-1 Iroquois helicopters. 


During recovery, SCP-3967 was struck by one of the helicopter 
rotors and its surface was torn, resulting in it falling towards the 
ground. MTF Tau-7 began descending in an attempt to find it, but 
increasingly worse conditions forced them to return back to Site-17. 
Recovery was postponed until the storm had passed. Four hours 
later, SCP-3967 arrived at Site-17 with no damage to its surface, 
claiming it had been able to regenerate itself and walk all the way 
back to Site-17. 


Dr. Lang and Dr. Summers were assigned janitorial duty for two (2) 
weeks. 


Addendum 3969-A: SCP-3967 was discovered at [DATA 
EXPUNGED] on 8/15/16 by a group of high school students. It was 
brought to the Foundation’s attention when a local newspaper 
published an article mentioning a “magic balloon man.” The town 
was administered Class-A amnestics and SCP-3967 was moved to 
Site-17. The entity expressed gratitude upon being contained, 
stating that “[he] was tired of almost flying into outer space.” It is 
unknown how SCP-3967 is able to return to the surface after floating 
above 6 meters. Testing to determine this is prohibited. 


Addendum 3967-B: Test logs of SCP-3967. 
+ Test A-3967-1 
Test A-3967-1 - 4/26/17 


Procedure: SCP-3967 is placed in the middle 
of a 3x3x3 soundproof room with speakers 
installed on the walls. Low frequency 
soundwaves are pulsed at five (5) second 


similar fashion to the control group. Suppression of the test group's 
violent tendencies occurs even after the subjects leave the aura, 
though the duration is directly proportional to the time spent exposed 
to the aura. Live testing against sentient SCPs proposed, pending 
O5 approval. 


-Dr. 


Addendum 1: Several high ranking members in the Foundation's 
military branch, as well as various associated government agencies, 
have expressed interest in weaponizing SCP-514. There is great 
strategic and tactical value in an asset that can effectively neutralize 
an entire enemy army's arsenal in a short period of time. There are 
also requests to test SCP-514's aura against several Keter-level 
SCPs. However, access to SCP-514, as well as the , remains 
restricted. O5 Command is currently deliberating the issue. 


Addendum 2: All attempts to capture SCP-514 for containment and 
study have been met with failure. Every Agent, Doctor, and 
researcher sent to capture SCP-514 steadfastly refused to complete 
the mission. This is most likely a reaction to SCP-514's aura. 
Surveillance with Mobile Task Force Lambda-4 still in effect, with the 
use of the authorized. 


Addendum 3: As of / /20 , all members of Mobile Task Force 
Lambda-4 are required to be proficient in various non-violent, 
competitive activities, including but not limited to: Sports, board 
games, card games, videogames, trivia, riddles, and rock-paper- 
SCiSSOrs. 


Are you serious? The fate of one of our SCPs could be decided on 
the outcome of rock-paper-scissors ?! 
-O5- 


| assure you sir, you have nothing to fear. We are dead serious 
about these matters. 
-Captain , Mobile Task Force Lambda-4 "Birdwatchers" 


Note: Captain, couldn't you have chosen a more... dignified... game 
as your primary conflict resolution method? Seeing two grown men 
in all-black tactical gear taking a children’s card game so seriously 


intervals in the direction of SCP-3967 for three 
minutes. 

Results: By observing how sound waves 
passed through SCP-3967, researchers were 
able to determine the density of the gas inside. 


+ Test A-3967-2 
Test A-3967-2 - 7/01/17 


Procedure: SCP-3967 is placed in a testing 
chamber capable of reaching absolute zero 
Kelvin with specialized speakers placed 
against SCP-3967’s surface. Outside 
temperature affecting the speaker’s ability to 
transmit soundwaves outside of SCP-3967 is 
compensated for. Temperature is lowered 
inside the chamber to 54.37 Kelvin (oxygen 
liquefaction point) and speakers begin 
pulsating soundwaves through SCP-3967. No 
changes are noticed in the soundwave’s ability 
to travel inside SCP-3967. Temperature is 
lowered to 24.5 Kelvin (neon liquefaction 
point). No change is noticed. Temperature is 
lowered to 13.98 Kelvin (hydrogen liquefaction 
point). No change is noticed. Temperature is 
lowered to absolute zero. No change is 
noticed. 

Results: Although the lower temperature 
affected the soundwave’s ability to travel 
outside of SCP-3967, the soundwave’s ability 
to travel was not affected inside SCP-3967. 


Addendum 3967-C: Second recorded transcript between SCP-3967 
and Dr. 


Interviewed: SCP-3967 
Interviewer: Dr. 


Foreword: SCP-3967 had been floating on the ceiling of 


its housing unit for three hours. 
<Begin Log> 


Dr. enters SCP-3967’s housing unit. SCP-3967 is 
floating on the ceiling “face 


up. ya 
Dr. : Good morning, SCP-3967. How are you today? 


SCP-3967: Oh, good morning, doctor. I’m doing pretty 
okay, how about you? 


Dr. : I’m quite well. Would it be okay if | asked you a 
few questions? It won't 
take too long. 


SCP-3967: Oh, sure! SCP-3967 descends from the 
ceiling and floats in front of Dr. 

. As long as you aren’t going to ask me to do math, 
haha. Go right ahead. 


Dr. : All right, let's see... Dr. opens a notebook. 
What do you know 
about human biology? 


SCP-3967: SCP-3967 scratches its head. | just know 
your basic stuff. | know that humans 

have blood, a brain, a heart... you know, major organs 
and all that. Oh! The pancreas makes 

insulin. 


Dr. : Yes, it does. Do you know how humans speak? 


SCP-3967: Uh, not really. | mean, | understand the 
vibration of soundwaves creates 

sound or something like that, but | don’t really know the 
science behind it. 


Dr. : That’s close enough. You’re aware that you 
have no internal organs, correct? 


SCP-3967: Yeah, | don’t. Are you going to ask me how 
I’m able to speak? Because | have 
absolutely no clue. It just happens. 


Dr. : It just... happens? You don’t understand the 
process of how you're able to 
create sound? 


SCP-3967: Not a clue. You guys move your lips and 
know when you're talking, but for me, | don’t move any of 
my body. | just... create the sound somehow. 


Dr. : |see. Well, is there anyone that you might 
know that could understand your 
inner workings? 


SCP-3967: Uh... no, not really. | mean, the only other 
humans I’ve interacted with were the 

ones in [DATA EXPUNGED}], but they were asking me a 
bunch of questions, too. 


Dr. : Do you know who created you? Can you 
remember anything about how you 
were made? 


SCP-3967: SCP-3967 remains silent for a few seconds. | 
know my name is Paul, if that 
helps. 


Dr. : Do you have a last name? Can you remember 
any other names? 


SCP-3967: SCP-3967 shakes its head. Nothing. I’m 
really sorry, | wish | could. | don’t 
remember anything. 


Dr. : That’s okay. Do you remember how you ended 
up in [DATA EXPUNGED]? 


SCP-3967: No, not really. | think that | wanted to be 
there. Or | might have known someone there. It’s getting 
hard to remember. I’m forgetting about that place. 


Dr. : You think you knew someone? 


SCP-3967: Not anymore, no. It was like | remembered 
something wrong. It’s weird, though. 


Dr. : What is? 


SCP-3967: | feel like | know someone here now. Not a 
specific person, but | feel like | want 

to be here. With everyone working here. It’s like... I’ve 
known everyone here forever. 


Dr. : You feel as if you’ve had previous relationships 
with the staff here? 


SCP-3967: Something... like that. SCP-3967 becomes 
visibly distressed, wiping its forehead 

despite no sweat forming. Doctor, |’m sorry, but I’m 
getting quite anxious. Is it possible we could continue 
this later? I'd like some time alone. 


Dr. : Of course. Thank you for your time, SCP-3967. 
I'll come by when you feel 
better. 


SCP-3967: Thank you, doctor. 
<End Log> 


Closing Statement: /t seems SCP-3967 appears unable 
to remember events or locations that appeared in its past 
or understand what exactly it is. To avoid SCP-3967 
becoming distressed, I’m allowing it to have daily 
meetings with Site-17’s psychiatry staff. If it can’t 
remember what it is, maybe we can help it understand it 
isn't alone. - Dr. 


SCP-3968: Immoral Minefield 


Item #: SCP-3968 
Object Class: Keter 


Special Containment Procedures: Global containment of 
SCP-3968 is the responsibility of MTF Delta-2 (‘Explosive 
Tempers’). Discovered examples of SCP-3968 are to be disarmed 
and disassembled on site, prior to transport to Site- . De-mining 
techniques involving controlled detonations are prohibited, as are 
any other activities that risk explosions occurring in the vicinity of 
SCP-3968. Heavily contaminated areas (defined as containing >100 
examples of SCP-3968) are to be cordoned off instead of cleared, 
with appropriate warning signage and barriers installed. Additionally, 
these areas are to be subject to sterilisation with chemical defoliants 
or area denial weapons. This procedure may be varied with Level 3 
staff authorisation based on local conditions such as terrain and 
proximity to human activity. 


Examples of SCP-3968-1 and SCP-3968-2 are stored at Site- ,ina 
secure, blast-proofed containment cell. This area is to be climate- 
controlled, with artificial lighting installed to simulate a variety of 
weather conditions, and floored with a variety of soil samples. The 
position of all SCP-3968 examples in this area is to be logged and 
tracked. Access to this area is restricted to D-class personnel, for 
the purposes of maintenance and testing only. No more than 20 total 
examples of SCP-3968 are to be present in this area at any given 
time. Metal from SCP-3968 should be disposed of by high- 
temperature incineration (>2000 °C) which has proven sufficient to 
render waste products non-anomalous. It is imperative that all 
explosive residue is cleaned from metal involved in this process. 
Other components of SCP-3968 can be disposed of using standard 
hazardous waste disposal procedures. 


The Manna Charitable Foundation is aware of the existence of 
SCP-3968 and has dedicated a significant portion of its resources 


towards its neutralisation. Limited cooperation with the MCF in this 
field has been authorised by the O5 Council and disclosure of 
information regarding specific sightings of SCP-3968 is acceptable 
with Level 3 staff authorisation. The MCF should not be provided 
with any information regarding the use of chemical agents or 
sightings of SCP-3968 where the use of chemical agents is 
considered appropriate. 


Description: SCP-3968 refers to two related variants of explosive 
device, SCP-3968-1 and -2, with similar anomalous properties, and 
generally found in proximity to one another. 


SCP-3968-1 is identical to the American M14 land mine in structure 
and function. This is a blast-type antipersonnel land mine, which 
transfers a concussive shockwave into an individual’s lower limb 
upon detonation. As with the non-anomalous M14 mine and similar 
devices, SCP-3968-1 contains a small explosive charge designed to 
cause injury rather than lethality, with injuries such as traumatic 
amputation aiming to cause problems for hostile forces who have to 
deal with a casualty. SCP-3968-1 appears to be based on earlier 
minimum-metal models of the M14 mine, increasing the difficulty of 
detection considerably. 


SCP-3968-2 is identical to the American M16 land mine in structure 
and function. This weapon is a bounding fragmentation-type 
antipersonnel mine designed to be launched into the air by a small 
charge when triggered, subsequently detonating at waist height and 
spreading shrapnel in a 360-degree radius to a distance of 
approximately 30m. This is significantly more lethal to affected 
individuals than SCP-3968-1. The size and composition of 
SCP-3968-2 makes its discovery with metal detecting equipment 
straightforward, but the usual presence of SCP-3968-1 in the vicinity 
complicates these efforts. 


Both SCP-3968-1 and -2 share the anomalous property of 
reproduction. This is accomplished when an example of SCP-3968 
is detonated, with shrapnel greater than 1cm in size developing into 
a new example of SCP-3968-1 or -2 if it comes into contact with the 
ground. This process is dependent on conditions such as soil 
quality, climate and available nutrients. Examples of SCP-3968 
show a preference for wet, tropical conditions, but proliferate in arid