Results: Observation of Mercury's surface shows 
marked alterations to the planet's geography, including 
the absence of approximately 70% of previously 
recorded craters. Readings of magnetosphere show a 
40% decrease in field strength, and the approximate 
diameter of SCP-1815 is now 4,500km. Contact with 
probe lost upon reaching the apparent perimeter of 
SCP-1815. 


Mission IV 

Probe Designation: Quicksilver-1815-IV 
Date of Preceding Janus Event: / /2003 
Date of Launch: / /2004 


Date of Contact with Mercury: / 2004 

Date of Contact with SCP-1815: / /2004 

Results: Geographical abnormalities reported during 
Mission III are absent; magnetosphere demonstrates 
only a 15% decrease in field strength, and the diameter 
of SCP-1815 is only 2,800km. Probe successfully 
passed through the apparent location of SCP-1815, 
however, SCP-1815 transmitted a secondary message 
to the probe during passage (see Addendum 1815-001 
for details). 


Mission V 

Probe Designation: Quicksilver-1815-V 
Date of Preceding Janus Event: / /2012 
Date of Launch: (Pending) 

Date of Contact with Mercury: (Pending) 
Date of Contact with SCP-1815: (Pending) 
Results: (Pending) 


The constantly diminishing strength of Mercury's magnetosphere 
suggests that SCP-1815 is causing abnormalities regarding the 
planet's core, possibly including [DATA EXPUNGED]. If this is true, 
current projections (omitting the anomaly from Mission III) suggest 
that complete [DATA EXPUNGED] will take place within years. 
No adequate cover story has been prepared for the destruction of 
Mercury if this occurs. 


Addendum [1815-001]: Contents of Transmission-1815-QIV 

The message received during Mission IV contained a series of 144 
images detailing the apparent layout of the Solar System. When 
viewed in succession, the first 48 frames depict the bodies orbiting 
in their normal fashion. During frames 49-96, a secondary set of 
planets and satellites begin to appear; these bodies move in orbits 
identical to the primary set, but reversed. During frames 97-144, the 
primary set begins to disappear, until only the secondary set 
remains. The dimensions of the planets and satellites in the 
secondary set are ill-defined; no digital resources at the 
Foundation's disposal appear to be capable of properly rendering 
the designs (this also applies to the sun in frames 97-144). The 
transmission utilized an encoding employed by Foundation staff; the 


possibility of SCP-1815's intelligence is since being reevaluated. 


Footnotes 

1. This is based on previous data obtained during the 1974Mariner 
10flyby. 

2. This is in contradiction of terrestrial observation of Mercury during 
this time, which demonstrated no visible anomalies. 


« SCP-1814 | SCP-1815 | SCP-1816 » 


Document-3965-Baoying 


Document-3965-Baoying 


On / /20 at 4:28AM, four amorphous black objects were visually 
detected by a Series II Quicksilver satellite monitoring SCP-3965. 
The objects were approaching the surface of Mercury, and 
specifically SCP-3965, at a velocity of | m/s. Upon approaching 
within 1000km of SCP-3965, all four objects were immediately 
intercepted and instantly destroyed by four shafts of intense 
luminescence originating from SCP-3965 itself. Both Quicksilver 
satellites subsequently detected a massive surge of electromagnetic 
radiation, comparable to a coronal mass ejection, before the closer 
satellite was temporarily disabled by the emission. 


Following this event, SCP-3965 became mobile, propelling itself 
from the surface of Mercury in the direction of what was later 
determined to be SCP-1815. The body of SCP-3965 became 
intensely luminescent during this time, and it achieved a velocity of 
. C before observation became impossible. 


Monitoring these events from Site-59, several research personnel 
notified Outpost-3965-A of the situation, and then decided to 
recalibrate the remaining Quicksilver satellite to observe the current 
location of SCP-1815 and determine its present status. Utilizing 
onboard technology derived from [REDACTED], the research team 
was able to observe events occurring in the vicinity of SCP-1815 
with extreme precision, but only for a period of seven minutes (due 
to the satellite's system limitations). The observations are 
transcribed here: 


<Begin Log> 


SCP-3965 arrives in the vicinity of SCP-1815. 
Approximate diameter of SCP-1815 at present is 
3,000km. SCP-3965 rears its head and spreads its jaws, 
as if vocalizing. 


SCP-3965-A is presently an intense red, and 
demonstrates violent meteorological activity of an 
unprecedented scale, resembling an extratropical 
cyclone. Upon receiving news of SCP-3965 activity from 
Site-59, Dr. Albert leaves the Outpost-3965-A bunker 
and begins traveling to the designated SCP-3965-A 
interview site in an armored polar exploration vehicle. Dr. 
Albert is accompanied by David Fu, Emily Fu and one 
additional security personnel, whom together make up 
the entirety of Outpost-3965-A's present staff. Not only is 
this action in clear violation of outpost protocols, but it is 
an exceptionally dangerous endeavor. 


Seemingly in response to SCP-3965's activity, SCP-1815 
undergoes previously unseen changes. The approximate 
spherical space of SCP-1815 becomes utterly black, in 
contrast to even the surrounding space. A singular white 
point, facing in the immediate direction of SCP-3965, 
appears on SCP-1815. This point then extends vertically 
(with regards to SCP-3965's orientation) in both 
directions, creating a perfect line which terminates at the 
poles of SCP-1815. This line then "expands," revealing a 
single immense eye. The iris is formed from a single, 
massive, coiled ophidian entity. The eye fixates on 
SCP-3965. 


SCP-3965 and SCP-1815 fixate upon each other for 
exactly forty-eight seconds. SCP-1815 then produces 
numerous black objects identical to those which 
previously assaulted SCP-3965 on Mercury, numbering 
in the hundreds. Upon approaching within a set distance 
of SCP-3965, these objects are summarily annihilated by 
shafts of luminescence similar or identical to those 
employed by the former previously. This activity 
continues for over a minute, with thousands of black 
objects being produced and destroyed within this time. 
The activity then abruptly ceases, and the two entities 
once again fixate upon each other. 


Meteorological activity of SCP-3965-A reaches 


catastrophic severity. Dosimeters onsite detect lethal 
levels of gamma radiation, though the interview site 
appears to be uniquely protected from this radiation 
through unknown means. Dr. Albert's vehicle has already 
reached the interview site at this time. 


After another fourteen seconds, the ophidian entity within 
SCP-1815's eye tightens its coils so that the pupil 
appears to contract. Black objects resembling cords 
manifest around SCP-3965, ensnaring it. SCP-1815's 
pupil contracts further, and SCP-3965 is inexorably 
drawn toward the former, while the latter struggles 
considerably. Before SCP-3965 makes contact with 
SCP-1815, the former emits intense light of an 
unprecedented magnitude, such that it is visible to the 
naked eye as a "spark" when it reaches Earth eight 
minutes later. Following this, SCP-3965 vanishes from its 
present position, and reappears an instant later in its 
original location, no longer ensnared. 


SCP-3965 then spreads its jaws in the direction of 
SCP-1815, producing a shaft of luminescence which is 
directed precisely into the center of SCP-1815's pupil. 
Unlike previous shafts, this one persists and grows in 
intensity over time. The ophidian entity within 
SCP-1815's eye appears to conflagrate, writhing and 
loosening its coils so that the pupil dilates. The surface of 
SCP-1815 begins to ripple violently. The ophidian entity 
then disintegrates, and the entirety of SCP-1815 begins 
to collapse, distorting heavily as it implodes. SCP-3965 
maintains the shaft until SCP-1815 is wholly annihilated, 
after which it finally ceases. 


SCP-3965-A changes in color to a deep gold hue, similar 
to that seen in Interview E. Meteorological disturbances 
cease, and the weather becomes abruptly calm. 


SCP-3965 returns to Mercury and becomes motionless. 


Following these events, Dr. Albert, David Fu and Emily Fu exited 
their vehicle, and were promptly contacted by SCP-3965. The 


conversation is transcribed below: 
<Begin Log> 
SCP-3965: David, Emily, listen to me, quickly. 


Emily Fu: We are listening, great Zhulong! Are you 
okay? 


SCP-3965: Relatively speaking? No. | was arrogant and 
rash, and severely underestimated how little of my 
strength had recovered since | was awakened. | must 
sleep again. 


David Fu: Is there anything we can do? 


SCP-3965: No. Do not worry, it will be a brief rest. 
Unfortunately, | cannot say how brief, though. Do not 
concern yourself with me, however; you have a duty. 


David Fu: What is it? We will do anything you require of 
us. 


SCP-3965: Pass on what you have learned. Ensure that 
our songs reach the next generation. Our father will 
never truly die as long as his songs reverberate in our 
hearts. Never forget the wonder in a child's eye. It is the 
flame within, fueled by the beauty of all things in the 
cosmos. Let your children, and their children, and their 
children see the wonder in your eyes. Let them see the 
love. 


David Fu: (He turns to Emily.) These words are for you, 
Emily. 


Emily Fu: But- 


David Fu: (He interrupts her.) No. My time is near an 
end. When my flame dies out, this duty will all be yours. 
You must do this, you must do it for great Zhulong, and 
for our Radiant Father. 


Emily Fu: ...I-I will, grandfather. 


SCP-3965 vanishes from Mercury. After several 
seconds, SCP-3965 emerges from the Arctic Ocean, 
approximately 700 meters north of the interview site. The 
entity approaches the interview site, levitating over the 
landscape and halting at a distance of 50 meters from 
Foundation personnel. David and Emily Fu immediately 
bow and prostrate themselves, and Dr. Albert genuflects. 


SCP-3965: Please, stand up. It is far too cold for that. 


All personnel return to their feet. David and Emily Fu are 
holding each other with both hands. 


David Fu: There are no words. 


SCP-3965: | feel the same. | had to see you both before 
my sleep. | had to see you with my eyes of flesh. You 
two have brought me a warmth that | have not felt in 
eons. 


Emily Fu: You are beautiful. 


SCP-3965: As are you. Our legacy is in worthy hands, 
father. Farewell, David...Emily. 


SCP-3965 retreats into the Arctic Ocean and vanishes, 
reappearing on Mercury several seconds later. 


<End Log> 


Due to the high profile nature of Event-3965-Baoying, 
Contingency-310-Nightfall was enacted, in addition to standard 
media blackout procedures. No further communications from 
SCP-3965 have been made. The entity remains motionless on the 
surface of Mercury. SCP-3965-A remains a golden hue, and no 
further meteorological disturbances have been observed. No further 
activity has been detected from SCP-1815, which has been 
tentatively reclassified to Neutralized. No disciplinary action has 
been taken against Dr. Albert, Emily Fu or the attendant security 
personnel. David Fu passed away of heart failure two weeks after 


Event-3965-Baoying. 


SCP-1816: With Skill and Care 


Item #: SCP-1816 
Object Class: Safe 


Special Containment Procedures: SCP-1816 is confined in an 
underground experimental room measuring 10m x 10m x 5m. The 
room is climate-controlled and equipped with sunlight-simulating 
lamps. Access to SCP-1816 is forbidden to all female personnel, 
unless approved by Dr. Coulloudon. The maintenance of SCP-1816, 
including pruning, fertilization and re-potting, is to be conducted by 
Professor H. Pak. 


Description: SCP-1816 is a penjing containing a live specimen of 
an unidentified tree. The object is approximately 40 cm high. 


SCP-1816 will only affect pregnant mammals. When a subject at an 
early stage of pregnancy is left in the same room as SCP-1816, the 
fetus may become an instance of SCP-1816-1. The distance and 
time of exposure required to cause this effect depends on the size 
and gestation period of the individual. In the case of murine test 
subjects, an exposure of 3 minutes/day within 5 meters was found to 
be sufficient. The requirements for larger mammals such as human 
subjects is not yet fully understood. 


Instances of SCP-1816-1 are characterized by dwarfism, extreme 
congenital abnormality, ataxia and mental retardation. The severity 
of these physiological defects would be expected to result in aborted 
pregnancy, but instances of SCP-1816-1 invariably have a lifespan 
comparable to normal subjects. The cause of the teratogenic 
properties of SCP-1816 are unknown. No toxins or radiations could 
be detected. Genome-wide analysis did not reveal any mutations or 
epigenetic factors that could explain the developmental defects of 
SCP-1816-1 subjects. 


Before its acquisition, SCP-1816 was in the possession of Mr. 


Ruprecht Zorkowicz, from , who committed suicide on 11-01- 
for reasons unknown. The unusual birth defects observed in the 
children born from Mrs. Winifred Zorkowicz attracted the attention of 
Dr. Coulloudon. Mrs. Zorkowicz is currently confined in ward 7F of 
the Sanatorium. 


Addendum: Excerpt from the psychological evaluation of Mrs. 
Winifred Zorkowicz, conducted by Dr. Dahlberg. 


Dr. Dahlberg: Tell me about your children, Mrs. 
Zorkowicz. 


Mrs. Zorkowicz: They are such beautiful children! Just 
like their father. He's so proud of them. 


Dr. D.: Really? | was under the impression that your 
husband... 


Mrs. Z.: That idiot! He’s not the... father of my children! 
No. He never loved them. 


Dr. D.: In that case, who is their father? 

Mrs. Z.: What are the seed and the soil without the 
gardener? Their rea/ father, the one who cared for them, 
nurtured them, he gave them his love and they grew into 
beautiful, healthy children. In his own image. 


Dr. D.: Who are you talking about here, Mrs. Zorkowicz? 


Mrs. Z.: You know... Anyone can crush a sapling, but it 
takes skill and care to create a bonsai... 


No further explanation could be obtained from Mrs. 
Zorkowicz. 


« SCP-1815 | SCP-1816 | SCP-1817 » 


SCP-1817: It is a Mist Eerie 


Item #: SCP-1817 
Object Class: Euclid 


Special Containment Procedures: A 3m tall chain link fence 
topped with barbed wire has been constructed 100m away from the 
edge of SCP-1817. All personnel at the site of the anomaly are to 
wear Level A hazmat suits. At least thirty (0) personnel are to patrol 
the perimeter of SCP-1817 at all times. 


Outfit requirements identical to those previously mentioned are to be 
adhered to by any Foundation personnel working with samples of 
SCP-1817-1. Personnel are not to attempt to address or seek out 
any instance of SCP-1817-A, but are permitted to speak with the 
entities if they initiate conversation.