Log: After decontamination, D-3612 crosses 
the SCP-2917 boundary as expected, and is 
first ordered to take samples of the 
luminescent fluid and crystals around the 
cavern. Once this is complete, she is ordered 
to proceed in the direction of the yellow light 
and identify its source if possible. As the 
cavern slopes uphill, the temperature begins to 
rise at a rate of roughly 3°C for every meter of 
altitude gained. Once the temperature rises 
above 50°C with the end of the corridor still 
>100 m away, D-3612 is ordered to turn back, 
and is able to return to Earth without incident. 
Analysis: Fluid samples recovered by D-3612 
during this exploration were found to consist of 
a naturally occurring luminol solution, activated 
by dissolved Copper (II) Sulfate from the 
Chalcanthite crystals found on the cavern 
walls. It is thought that the source of the 
increasing heat was a high temperature at the 
planet's surface caused by proximity to its 
parent star. 


07/10/19 


Subject: One Class-D, D-4920, equipped with 
an Environmental Protection suit, modified as 
described above. 

Destination: A sandy desert, visible to the 
horizon on one side and broken up by narrow 
towers of metallic cubic crystals on the other. 
0.5 m - 1 m wide blocks of a similar metal 


protrude from the sand. A pale pink sky is 
visible above, with a cratered moon directly 
overhead, occupying roughly 45° in angular 
size. 

Log: D-4920 crosses the SCP-2917 boundary 
as expected, and is ordered to examine the 
metallic objects embedded in the sand. He 
discovers that they are fixed in place, and 
strong enough that a sample cannot be 
removed. D-4920 is then ordered to move 
towards the structures visible in the distance. 
After several minutes of travel, D-4920 reports 
that the spires appear to be approaching - they 
are larger and closer than at the time of 
departure. It is at this time that researchers on 
earth notice that the sand on the planet 
appears to be receding at a small, but steadily 
increasing rate. D-4920 is ordered to return to 
Earth. During the return trip, the objects in the 
sand are noticeably taller, and the ground is 
beginning to visibly shift. At this time, the 
lowest point of SCP-2917 is 1 meter above the 
surface of the sand. 

At this point it becomes apparent that the 
blocks in the sand are in fact the same objects 
as the distant spires, and that they are simply 
covered up by the sand in this location. The 
sand begins to recede more quickly, and 
D-4920 takes refuge on top of one of the 
emerging crystals. When the phenomenon 
stops, the surface of the sand is nearly 20 m 
below its original position. D-4920 is then able 
to climb down the spire and navigate the 
‘forest' of towers that have been exposed. He 
has traveled significantly closer to SCP-2917 
when the sand begins to rise once more, filling 
in the space between the spires. D-4920 is 
forced to climb one of the objects or risk being 
buried beneath the encroaching sand, and 
manages to reach the top of the tower. At this 


point he is ordered to wait for the sand to 
return to its original location before attempting 
to return home. Once this has happened, 
D-4920 is able to cross the SCP-2917 
boundary successfully. 

Analysis: It has been suggested that the rapid 
retreat and return of the sand is a result of tidal 
forces, magnified by the proximity of the 
planet's moon. This hypothesis is supported by 
comparisons of the moon's position in the sky 
with the level of the sand's surface. 


07/14/19 


Subject: One (1) Class D, D-9572, equipped 
with a standard Environmental Protection suit. 


Destination: Unlike the barren surface of all 
previous locations, this world sustains life - the 
anomaly opens to a forest filled with 20-30m 
blue and orange bioluminescent organisms 
superficially resembling trees. It is nighttime, 
and Barnard's Loop is visible in the sky, with 
an angular diameter of ~30 degrees. 


Log: D-9572 is ordered to move through 
SCP-2917, and complies with some hesitation. 
D-9572 begins moving between the "trees" 
with orders to locate high ground and survey 
the area. After ~30 minutes of travel, with no 
noticeable change in elevation or terrain 
grade, D-9572 is ordered to climb one of the 
"trees" that surround him. Upon reaching the 
highest stable point he can reach, D-9572 
reports that there is no noticeable variation in 
terrain, or change in elevation, for the entire 
distance to the horizon. It is at this point that 
researchers on Earth notice a disturbance in 
the forest - followed shortly by the arrival of 
five cephalopod-like organisms. The 
organisms approached SCP-2917, and 


appeared to charge at the researchers visible 
through it. A single creature traveled through 
the anomaly, triggering relocation event 
2917-315. D-9572 is left behind, and contact is 
lost. 


Analysis: This expedition marks the first 
instance in which SCP-2917 has connected to 
a planet supporting life. The animal that 
penetrated SCP-2917 was incapable of 
breathing air on Earth, and quickly 
asphyxiated. Its dissection revealed similar 
body chemistry and organ structures to 
reptilian lifeforms, rather than the cephalopods 
it superficially resembled. Given the potential 
for a breach were a larger or more dangerous 
animal to exit the anomaly, containment 
procedures have been amended. 


07/21/19 


Subject: One Foundation Quadrotor Drone, 
designated UAV-1. 

Destination: The upper atmosphere of a gas 
giant, with sandy yellow clouds visible below. 
The sky is a pale purple color, with one M- 
dwarf and one G-class main sequence star 
visible above. 

Log: UAV-1 is flown through the anomaly 
without incident, and performs a visual sweep 
of the area. A large cloud structure nearby is 
experiencing an electrical disturbance, and 
appears to be moving towards the drone. 
UAV-1 is quickly overtaken, and experiences 
extreme turbulence and some minor damage 
within the storm. 

After several minutes, the weather clears. 
several dark, oblong objects are visible in the 
distance and UAV-1 proceeds in their 
direction. As the drone approaches, the group 


SCP-346: "Pterry" the Pterodactyl 


Item #: SCP-346 
Object Class: Safe 


Special Containment Procedures: SCP-346 is to be kept ina 
store-bought birdcage at least 1m in height, and 1.5m in width either 
way. No locks or additional security measures are required, as 
SCP-346 is no stronger nor smarter than the average parakeet. 
SCP-346's cage is to contain at least two water dishes with standing 
perches, to be refilled daily, and fed a diet of five to six medium- 
sized live crickets daily. SCP-346's cage also contains one tree 
branch for perching, scratching, and climbing, one open-top nest 
(purchased at a commercial pet store) lined with moss, and a string 
with bright-colored bells on it for entertainment. 


The bottom of SCP-346's cage is covered with corncob-based, 
biodegradable bedding and is to be cleaned out and replaced every 
other week. During cleaning, SCP-346 may be either held by hand, 
allowed to fly around a room with a closed door, or placed in a paper 
bag with a book over the end to be held out of the way. 


SCP-346's cage is held in Dr. Rights’ office, and may not be moved 
without her permission. Despite SCP-346's habit of nibbling 
fingertips and pulling strands of hair, SCP-346 poses no danger 
upon escape and may be recaptured, gently, with either a net or by 
hand. 


Description: SCP-346 is a small member of an unidentified family 
of pterodactyl- ancient flying reptiles. SCP-346 is approximately the 
size of a small bat, and has very lightweight bone structure. 
Although its head, wings, and legs are bare, its main body is 
covered with a soft coat of fur-like, dark colored down. The origin of 
SCP-346 is unknown, and was purchased by Agent inasmall 
pet shop in Brazil, being marketed under the name "Kongo-mato". 


of objects is revealed to be a pod of massive, 
slow-moving life forms, ranging from 50-400 m 
in length, that support themselves in the 
atmosphere using a bladder of gas. Each 
individual has a set of six 30 m long "fins" 
extending from each side, and a pair of eyes 
each measuring 3 m in diameter. The largest 
of them show tree-like organisms growing on 
their backs. The drone moves in, and drifts 
alongside the tail of one of these creatures, 
monitoring their behavior for several minutes. 
Adults tend to move lazily and with little 
variation, while smaller juveniles weave in and 
around the larger members of the pod, 
appearing to chase one another. 

In the course of UAV-1's observations, an 
unique group of structures was noticed on the 
side of the largest member of the pod, at the 
base of its skull. Upon closer inspection, these 
structures appeared to be artificial, composed 
of skin from one of the animals as well as 
material harvested from the "trees" on their 
backs. The engine noise from the drone 
attracts the attention of the inhabitants of this 
small settlement. Beings resembling squid with 
four tentacles, each terminating in a three- 
fingered hand, emerge from their homes and 
approach UAV-1. The villagers float in the air 
through a similar mechanism to that of the 
much larger animals they live with. Three of 
the beings carry pointed tools fashioned from 
an unknown substance, possibly derived from 
their massive host life-forms. After the villagers 
and the drone observe one another for several 
minutes, the drone experiences an impact, and 
the camera pans to reveal one of the alien 
tools embedded in its side. Several more 
impacts are registered shortly thereafter, and 
contact with UAV-1 is lost. 

SCP-2917 is allowed to relocate naturally. 


Analysis: This expedition marks the first 
instance in which SCP-2917 has allowed 
contact with intelligent life, as well as the first 
instance of the anomaly connecting with a 
nonterrestrial planet. Usage of SCP-2917 in 
the course of Project Heimdall is awaiting 
approval. 


Addendum 2: Event 2917-A 
+ Expand 
12/17/19 


At approximately 0800 hours on 12/15/19 , 
Contact was lost with Site-37. Upon 
investigation, it was found that all metallic 
structures within the site had been melted, and 
all foliage within a radius of 7km had been 
incinerated. No survivors were found. 


It has been theorized that the anomaly 
relocated onto a planet that was very near to 
its sun. Because SCP-2917 transmits light 
easily, the heat and radiation traveling through 
was able to destroy Site-37 and the 
surrounding environment. Containment has 
been reestablished as of 12/28/19 , and 
Site-37 is currently undergoing reconstruction. 
In an attempt to prevent future events of this 
nature taking place, containment procedures 
have been amended. 


« SCP-2916 | SCP-2917 | SCP-2918 » 


SCP-2918: A Post-Traumatic Predator 


Item #: SCP-2918 
Object Class: Safe 


Special Containment Procedures: SCP-2918 is stored in hangar 2 
at Foundation Site-19. The control panel should be monitored for 
new messages every 24 hours at a minimum. The airframe of 
SCP-2918 is to be stored unfueled and unarmed at all times. 
Regular psychiatric evaluations are to be administered every two 
weeks by Dr. __, a specialist in child psychology with experience in 
anxiety treatment. 


Description: SCP-2918 is an incomplete MQ-1 Predator unmanned 
aerial vehicle suite, consisting of one airframe, one ground control 
system (GCS) and one primary satellite link communications suite 
(currently disabled). The GCS is configured into four cockpits to 
communicate with up to four airframes, but burn damage and 
ordinance fragmentation has rendered three out of four cockpits 
inoperable. The remaining control suite, designated A2, 
communicates via wireless tactical data link with the only remaining 
drone. 


SCP-2918 is capable of generating messages on the GCS systems 
monitor, and has displayed significantly enhanced feedback control. 
The system has been observed as communicating its diagnostics in 
simple English, occasionally producing visual aids in the form of 
bitmap images. The nature of these messages imply that the 
airframe is self-aware. Foundation testing has placed the airframe's 
intelligence and emotional maturity as on par with that of a 10-12 
year old child. SCP-2918 is largely docile, but displays symptoms of 
anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder, including nightmares and 
flashbacks. 


Aside from its apparent sapience and ability to communicate, 
SCP-2918 displays no anomalous properties. The drone is an 


MQ-1B Predator of unmodified build with standard hardpoints for 
payload delivery. 


SCP-2918 was brought to the Foundation's attention following 
incident SCP-2918-Kato, during which the airframe, while under the 
control of USAF personnel, refused to respond to commands and 
attacked its own operators. In the process, the GCS was damaged, 
and the other airframes eventually crashed, not being able to 
receive commands to return and being unable to refuel. Their 
wrecks displayed no anomalous properties, and were eventually 
scrapped. Though SCP-2918 has not displayed any independent 
motion since incident SCP-2918-Kato, it is stored unarmed and 
unfueled as a standard safety precaution. No experimentation 
involving fueling SCP-2918 is to be undertaken at this time. 


+ Interview Log SCP-2918-51 


Note: All psychiatric interviews are conducted 
through the GCS control panel. As such 
SCP-2918 is rendered as UAV-A2 and Dr. 

is rendered as PILOT-A2. 


PILOT-A2: Good morning, 2918. This is Dr. 
UAV-A2: good morning doctor 

PILOT-A2: How are you feeling today? 
UAV-A2: bad dreams 

UAV-A2: about dad 

UAV-A2: is he okay 


PILOT-A2: Captain Kato is safe. What were 
the dreams like? 


UAV-A2: fire 


UAV-A2: there were little kids, and they were 
hurt really bad 


UAV-A2: did i do that 
PILOT-A2: No, you did not. 
UAV-A2: but it was real wasnt it 


PILOT A2: Your dream was what we call a 
flashback, 2918. You were reliving a trauma 
from the past, but that doesn't mean it's real 
now. 


UAV-A2: it still feels real 


<No more messages are produced for a 
period of 3 minutes.> 


UAV-A2: even though i know it isn't 


PILOT A2: Would you like to draw pictures 
today? 


UAV-A2: yes please doctor 
+ Interview Log SCP-2918-Kato-1 


Interview Log SCP-2918-Kato-1 
Interview dated 19 , 20 , two days after 
SCP-2918 displayed anomalous properties. 


Interviewer: Researcher __, aprior service 
member and Foundation personnel stationed 
at a nearby AFB. 

Interviewed: Captain Derek Kato, USAF 
drone pilot. 


<Begin Log> 


Researcher — : When did you first begin to 
recognize 2918's anomalous properties? 


Kato: I'm not sure. 


Researcher _ : Please clarify for the records. 


Kato: Listen, you work on these things for 
twelve-plus hours a day, for weeks. 
Sometimes months. We would talk about them 
like they were people. 


Researcher =: Why would you do that? 


Kato: Boredom, mostly. You're stuck in the 
GCS for 12 hours a day. You get familiar with 
the machines over time, and you start uh... 
Refresh my memory. What's the word for 
when you assign human characteristics to 
something? 


Researcher — : Anthropomorphism? 


Kato: Sure. You start treating them like 
people. B2 had a slight crook in the wing, not 
enough to render it INOP but enough that you 
had to compensate for it when you were 
turning. So we called him a grumpy old man, 
like he had a gimp foot. Stuff like that. 


Researcher : So you and your fellow pilots 
assigned personalities to the drones? 


Kato: Not intentionally. We'd just kind of 
complain about them, to be honest. Heh. You 
know, A1's lagging a little, he wants to do his 
own thing again. B1's camera is off, she wants 
to have a kodak moment with that sunset 
instead of the hajji! we're after. 


Researcher _ : What personality was 
assigned to airframe A2?