SCP-2618-1:"Er, yes. Sorry, | don't like being 
bored." 


SCP-2618-1 appeared to have raised 
blemishes on upper arms and calves, some of 
which were bleeding slightly. 


:"Are you hurt?" 


SCP-2618-1:"What? No, |, well, they were 
ingrown! | can't go around with hairs hiding 
under the skin like that!" 


: "Miss, do you know what dermatillomania 
is?” 


SCP-2618-1:"l...yes. | probably need 
bandages... and something to do." 


SCP-2618-1 emits a distressed sound and 
curls up onto the containment chamber bed. It 
begins to emit intermittent hissing noises. 


SCP-2618-1"A WASTE! [indistinguishable] 
Bored. Bored. Skin. Feeling. Need feeling. 
Stay in self. Need to go. Get bandage. 
Something interesting. ...interesting 
bandage?" 


SCP-2618-1 suddenly becomes lucid and 
turns to 


SCP-2618-1:"Sorry. Could | get a bandage? 
Maybe some meds or something too? 
[Indistinguishable] "I'm not feeling too good. 
Like, brain sick. Could you get like some paper 
or something | can doodle on too? It's 
incredibly boring in here." 


reported incident to Dr. Eddleston. Investigation into 
the nature of the 'meds' mentioned by SCP-2618-1 
revealed information on an antidepressant similar in 
chemical structure and effect to sertraline. SCP-2618-1 
claimed the drug to be an effective suppressant of the 
symptoms of what it referred to as "warp-fever." 


"SCP-2618-1 has continued to show signs of emotional deterioration 
even under medical treatment. Researchers and security personnel 


have reported that SCP-2618-1 has been talking to herself. | will be 
looking into this personally, as it may be possible that this isn't 
simply a neurological symptom. If it turns out she’s communicating 
with someone, we're going to have some issues."-Dr. Eddleston 


Transcript of Audio feed, dated 06/1 /20 : 


SCP-2618-1: Listen, | don't know what you people are up 
to, but this is a crisis. [oause] Why? Why are you too 
busy to deal with this? [pause] Why do you think things 
are more chaotic when [indistinguishable]? [pause] | 
don't care if there're issues, get me over there. 
Preferably, | don't know, now? [pause] .... can't do that. 
The people here'll have issues with that. [pause] A 
minute? and how long'll it take to make? [pause] 
[indistinguishable] [pause] Do it. Give your guys a break 
and reset it. | don't want to stay here longer. [pause] You 
have like, maybe a couple millisecs. [pause] | don't know, 
24 fos maybe, hopefully not much more. [pause] 
[indistinguishable]. 


Audio recordings have given reason to suspect communication 
between SCP-2618-1 and other parties, instigating several searches 
of SCP-2618-1's cell for communication devices. No devices have 
been uncovered, though several missing items from researchers 
were found, primarily writing implements and jewelry. SCP-2618-1 
claimed to be unaware that the missing items were in its possession. 


Security footage 06/ /20 : am: 


SCP-2618-1 appeared to be in a positive emotional 
state, and appeared to be relatively stable. 


SCP-2618-1 reacts to an unidentified stimulus, 
presumed auditory. It transcribes a note onto a sheet of 
paper, then stands and walks to the center of the cell. It 
stands still for approximately 2 minutes before suddenly 
collapsing. 


Incident SCP-2618-07, dated 06/ /20 : 
A nearby security guard was alerted of SCP-2618-1's collapse and 


sent to investigate, finding SCP-2618-1's body on the cell floor. No 
life signs were detected, and initial inspection suggested a negative 
response to medication or a result of "warp-fever." Autopsy found no 
evident cause of death, though it found evidence of unrelated non- 
threatening diseases. ! 


The following message, written on a scrap of paper, was found on 
the floor of SCP-2618-1's cell. A copy has been sent to the 
cryptology department for analysis: 


#20+93K< 


Analysis of security footage revealed several anomalies which 
suggested the footage may have been edited live. Calculations 
suggested the recording was missing several frames, three of which 
were around the point SCP-2618-1 began to fall. Though this 
difference was undetectable to the naked eye, slowed playback 
revealed a semi-transparent image of SCP-2618-1 directly prior to 
collapse and jagged movement in the 4 following frames. 


As of Incident 2618-07, Site-17 personnel must report any 
suspected sighting of SCP-2618-1 in the possibility that SCP-2618-1 
is not deceased. 


Footnotes 

1."We couldn't find signs of an underlying neurological problem, and 
what we've found implies that the brain just decided to quit. 
Everything looks relatively healthy."-Dr. R. Mallec 


« SCP-2617 | SCP-2618 | SCP-2619 » 


SCP-2619: The Mocking Birds 


Item #: SCP-2619 
Object Class: Euclid 


Special Containment Procedures: Instances of SCP-2619 are to 
be kept in a standard, double-doored aviary at Site-23. SCP-2619 
instances must be fed an insect diet consistent with that of members 
of the species Mimus polyglottos (northern mockingbird). 


Personnel are to be screened prior to working with SCP-2619 in the 
event of SCP-1028 preference. 


Description: SCP-2619 is a subspecies of epigenetically 
anomalous mockingbirds. Instances of SCP-2619 may appear as 
any species in the taxonomic class aves, though they most often 
manifest as species of passerine. Despite their appearance, 
instances of SCP-2619 (with the exception of SCP-2619-1), are 
genetically mockingbirds. It is unknown how or when their 
appearance shifts to that of another species, but breeding 
experiments with SCP-2619 instances suggest the change occurs 
before fledging, and is often permanent.' 


SCP-2619-1, unlike other instances of SCP-2619, appears to have 
the ability to transform into many different bird species, provided 
there is a human in its effective range. 


Outside of its range of effect, determined to be approximately 16 
meters in diameter, SCP-2619-1 is a male Northern Mockingbird 
without any anomalous traits. When a human steps inside 
SCP-2619-1's affected range, SCP-2619-1 will convert itself into a 
different species of bird, usually one of personal preference to the 
human in SCP-2619's range. If the subject has ornithophobia or a 
general aversion to all avians, SCP-2619-1 will instead turn into the 
subject's least preferred species of bird and become hostile, 
engaging in territorial behaviors similar to those of mockingbirds, 


regardless of its present form. 


If multiple human subjects enter SCP-2619-1's effective range 
simultaneously, SCP-2619-1 will convert to a species of preference 
to the closest subject. All other subjects will perceive the same bird. 
If subjects are an equal distance from SCP-2619-1, however, 
SCP-2619-1 may appear differently to all subjects present. 
Photographic and video evidence of SCP-2619-1 will always depict 
a mockingbird, regardless of subjects in the affected range 


DNA samples taken from SCP-2619-1 reveal that SCP-2619-1's 
changes in appearance are full genetic changes, with DNA tests 
matching SCP-2619-1's present species each trial. If a subject's 
species of preference is extinct, SCP-2619-1 will still transform, 
making it possible to obtain DNA samples otherwise unavailable.2 


SCP-2619-1 was discovered in the city of , CA after a fight 
broke out amongst a group of birders over the identification of an 
individual bird. A distressed birder called police regarding a 
cassowary on top of a telephone pole, thus alerting Agent Danner, 
who had been undercover in the Police Department to track 
possible instances of SCP- 


A small group of Lamda-4 MTF agents were called to the scene, 
where they successfully tracked and captured SCP-2619-1. The 
police initially dispatched to the scene and the group of birders were 
all given class B amnestics, and several distraught birders were sent 
to the hospital under the guise of treatment for acute sunstroke. 


Further investigation of the area revealed several birds with 
anomalous DNA. A black phoebe, Sayornis nigricans, a ruby- 
crowned kinglet, Regulus calendula, and several acorn 
woodpeckers, Melanerpes formicivorus, were found to have pure 
mockingbird DNA in 75% of all cells, suggesting the birds were a 
form of genetic chimera. All birds were designated as instances of 
SCP-2619 and taken into Foundation custody. 


Due to the unknown prevalence of SCP-2619 instances, several 
Lambda-4 agents have been tasked with continued investigation of 
suspected populations of SCP-2619 so that more can be obtained if 
detected. 


SCP-295: Cauterpillers 


Item #: SCP-295 
Object Class: Euclid 


Special Containment Procedures: SCP-295 is to be contained 
within a 50 m x 50 m concrete room, with all surfaces coated with 
flame retardant material. All personnel entering and exiting 
containment must comply with level 3 contamination screening. 
Three (3) flame retardant exposure suits are to be maintained on the 
premises and are required for any and all testing involving SCP-295. 
Feeding will occur once per week, and consists of a meal of 20 kg of 
naturally grown pinewood, harvested near the Site-19 facility. 


Description: SCP-295 is a number of caterpillars resembling 
Syntomeida epilais in appearance. A single specimen of SCP-295 is 
capable of creating an unidentifiable substance, which has several 
unique qualities attributed to it. SCP-295 possesses similar physical 
attributes to a common caterpillar, with a notable exception being 
SCP-295’s incredible speed when in pursuit of sustenance. When 
flammable material is introduced into SCP-295’s environment, it will 
quickly move to attempt to consume it. 


The substance produced by SCP-295 (hereby known as 
SCP-295-1) is a viscous fluid that possesses natural 
bioluminescence of variable intensity, averaging at ~150,000 Im. 
The intensity fades over time, but sufficient heat is capable of 
renewing its incandescence. However, the danger lies in its other 
quality, which is its ability to cause violent combustion in any 
flammable object it comes in contact with. All matter destroyed in 
this manner leaves no ash or other byproducts behind, although an 
increase in mass has been observed in specimens of SCP-295 after 
combustion. A notable exception is living animal matter, which 
SCP-295-1 is incapable of affecting in all circumstances. 


SCP-295 is capable of reproduction given sufficient matter to 


A standard tracking tag on SCP-2619-1's right leg had the following 
message engraved in fine print: 


"NoMo3 EX5 Property of Operation Lazarus*" 


No other instances of SCP-2619 were found with tracking tags, with 
the exception of SCP-2619-6, an acorn woodpecker. Investigation 
revealed the woodpecker's tag belonged to a nearby research 
station, though interrogation suggested that the naturalists who had 
tagged SCP-2619-6 were unaware of its anomalous properties. 


Footnotes 

1. Studies suggest SCP-2619's anomalous traits may have evolved 
from an advanced form of nest parasitism, wherein offspring would 
appear as the same species as host parents, improving chances of 
survival and spread of true parent DNA. 

2. A researcher working with SCP-2619 suggested that extracting 
DNA from SCP-2619-1 while it is morphed into a member of an 
endangered or extinct species could be used as a tool in 
conservation efforts, as well as revival of lost species, via cloning 
and artificial insemination. Research requests into this possible 
utility have been rejected. 

3. Ornithology alpha code for "Northern Mockingbird" 

4. Considering SCP-2619-1's genetic properties,_Lazarusmay be a 
reference to the phenomena known as a ‘Lazarus Taxon,’ where a 
previously extinct species reappears with live members. 


« SCP-2618 | SCP-2619 | SCP-2620 » 


SCP-2620: Food Critique 


Item #: SCP-2620 
Object Class: Euclid 


Special Containment Procedures: The current Project Director will 
maintain ownership of SCP-2620's blog on WordPress. As only 
SCP-2620 is able to create and delete posts on the blog, Foundation 
intervention is currently restricted to monitoring of posts and 
automatic post filtering of any sensitive information as needed. 
Should filters be unsuccessful in containing a Class-B or higher 
Information Breach, deletion of the blog and neutralization of 
SCP-2620 is authorized. 


SCP-2620 is to be kept in a containment locker in Site-19. Any 
requests for testing are to be submitted to a Level Three researcher, 
and are considered low-priority. 


Description: SCP-2620 is a top-load washing machine with 
dimensions of 0.7m x 0.7m x 1.1m. The front panel features a touch 
screen with a menu displaying four different sections: Custom, 
Templates, Reviews, and Settings, as well as a Start Wash button. 
Custom lets a subject customize different options for washing a 
load, as well as an option to save their settings. Templates displays 
different saved options to use, as well as a "default" template. 
Settings allows a subject customize the date, time, language, font, 
and "Sentience", although all options are unable to be modified. 


When any number of items are loaded into SCP-2620, the lid is 
closed and Start Wash is pressed, it will activate and begin to make 
noises typical of washers, such as water rushing in and the load 
being thrown around. The lid cannot be opened during the process, 
and the insides are unable to be examined by any means. When the 
process is finished, the lid can be opened and all objects placed 
inside, save for ones SCP-2620 deems "inedible", will have 
disappeared. 


After an indeterminate length of time’, a notification will appear, 
highlighting the Reviews section. Accessing Reviews will display a 
blog post reviewing any objects disappeared from the load as if 
consumed by SCP-2620, as well as a picture of said contents. 
Underneath the review, a link to where the blog can be found is 
displayed. 


Addendum 2620-B: Below is a selection of experiments carried out 
to test SCP-2620's properties, conducted by researchers Jeffery 
Ash and Brian Davis. Experiments include detergent and water 
except where noted. All reviews are excerpts only; full reviews may 
be provided upon request as needed. 


Experiment #1: 
Date: 04/14/14 


Contents: One handwoven green cotton scarf, two 
brand-name pairs of knee-high white socks. 


Review: "...VMake no mistake, however, it was incredibly 
negligent. The chefs clearly do not think highly of me. It's 
one thing to prepare a cared-for appetizer and bring it 
out on its own. It's even another to serve something 
obviously store-bought under the guise of an ‘entrée’. But 
to combine the two and attempt to pass it off as a 'meal'? 
Does this new establishment lack finesse? | fear if it can't 
even separate the poor from the passable, what good 
can it do to continue operating?" 


Experiment #13: 
Date: 04/19/14 


Contents: Multi-colored wool sweater, one pair of hand- 
woven cotton socks, water + shockproof video camera to 
record washing cycle and track its location. Recording 
started before being placed inside SCP-2620. 


Review: "... This is not a meal | enjoyed all that much. 
For what it is worth, it was prepared and cooked 


adequately, certainly more than | can say for previous 
attempts. The use of colors to differentiate the dish did 
increase the value, and the diversity is certainly 
something to praise this time around..." 


"However, by the end of the meal, | was given some 
hideous and disgusting foreign object. As food no less! | 
immediately sent it back to kitchen, as | do not want to 
eat something so revolting. If this experience keeps up, | 
will refuse to eat here any further..." 


Notes: The camera was found upon opening 
SCP-2620's lid. Though only minor scratches were 
inflicted, the camera was unable to turn on. Video 
recorded on the memory card cuts out the moment 
SCP-2620 starts the washing cycle. 


Experiment #21: 
Date: 04/23/14