that continuously travels the railway line surrounding SCP-1567-1 in 
a clockwise direction, usually maintaining a speed of 131.5km/h. 
Significant deviations from this speed have been observed, with 
current maximum and minimum observed speeds of 288.4km/h and 
6.9km/h, coinciding with potential intrusions through the perimeter in 
either direction, invariably resulting in the close proximity of 
SCP-1567-3 and the intruder. No known explanation accounts for 
SCP-1567-3's means of propulsion, given the lack of overhead 
electrical supply and the disparity between the gauge of the train 
and the track. SCP-1567-3's interior lights emit visible white light at 
a combined estimated output of 15,457,000 lumens, and gamma 
radiation with a frequency of 10.3 exahertz. The dose level at 10m 
range has been measured at 81.78Sv/h. Exposure to SCP-1567-3 
typically results in non-anomalous symptoms of acute radiation 
syndrome. 


The earliest record suggesting an anomalous nature to the area 
dates from 1494, in the sealed ledgers of abbey (which also 
contained the earliest known reference to SCP- __), which describes 


the "Beaste of Dunne" terrorising the village of Gallen. 


Following the identification of SCP-1567-3 as a locomotive in 1826, 
established the "Locomotive Assessment Attaché", tasked 
with determining whether SCP-1567-3's properties extended to 
other instances of the emerging technology. The Foundation 
successor to this task force was closed in 1998, following the 
identification of SCP-1567-3's non-anomalous counterpart. 


Incident SCP-1567-01/01/1962. 

At 00:31, a male human of approximately 12 years of age, later 
confirmed as an instance of SCP-1567-2 and designated 
SCP-1567-2-1, was observed approaching outpost 15 from the 
direction of SCP-1567-1. SCP-1567-2-1 was intercepted and 
challenged by the guard on duty, but gave no response and was 
detained. SCP-1567-2-1 lapsed into unconsciousness and expired 
shortly afterwards, without having responded to questioning. 
Autopsy confirmed the cause of death to be acute radiation 
syndrome, and found SCP-1567-2-1 and its clothing to be non- 
anomalous. A typewritten document was found within 
SCP-1567-2-1's clothing, later becoming the basis for Document 
SCP-1567-GS (Initial statement 1962). 


+ Document SCP-1567-GS (revision 201 1) 
Cordiality of the People of Gallington 


(Initial statement 1962) The People of Gallington pledge 
to visit no further harm upon trespassers, providing the 
People not of Gallington pledge to attempt no further 
uninvited visits into Gallington. The People of Gallington 
wish no further contact with the People not of Gallington. 


(Revision 1962) The People of Gallington understand 
that the People not of Gallington are no longer the same 
as those with whom they have communicated in the 
past. The People of Gallington understand that the 
People not of Gallington wish no harm upon the People 
of Gallington. The People of Gallington and the People 
not of Gallington pledge to attempt no contact with one 
another except where there is risk of harm to the People 


of Gallington or the People not of Gallington. 


(Revision 1969) The People of Gallington express their 
regrets that the Dunne has harmed the People not of 
Gallington. The People of Gallington wish to make clear 
that the Dunne is not under their active control. 


(Revision 1977) The People of Gallington wish to make 
clear that they fear the Dunne. 


(Revision 1980, unofficial: received void of agreed 
message formatting and signature) It doesnt keep us in it 
keeps you out that is a good thing please do not stop it 
charlie 


(Revision 2011, note: the "message complete" signal 
was sent at the conclusion of this message, and 
SCP-1567-2 has yet to respond to requests for 
Clarification) The People of Gallington wish to make clear 
that the Dunne is always. 


« SCP-1566 | SCP-1567 | SCP-1568 » 


SCP-1568: Kingston the Crab 


Item #: SCP-1568 
Object Class: Euclid 


Special Containment Procedures: Due to SCP-1568's lack of 
large scale mobility, SCP-1568 is to be contained in a boathouse in 

, Florida. The location of SCP-1568 is to be marked as private 
property. The inside of SCP-1568's cell is to be lined with steel, to 
deter it from exiting. SCP-1568 is to be fed 100 kilograms of fish per 
day. Testing with SCP-1568 is to be approved by Level 4 Personnel. 
SCP-1568 is to receive weekly cleaning for algae and barnacles. 
Any containment breaches are to be handled by Mobile Task Force 
Theta-5 (Aka "The Bigger Boat"). 


Description: SCP-1568 is a member of the Dardanus calidus 
(Hermit Crab) species. SCP-1568 measures 25 meters in length, 10 
meters in width. SCP-1568 moves at a high rate of speed, matching 
that of the boat it is using as a shell. SCP-1568 shows no 
aggressive behavior, despite attempting escape on several 
occasions. SCP-1568's claws show extreme flexibility, and are 
capable of reaching completely around SCP-1568-1. SCP-1568 is 
normally a blue-green color, but possesses the ability to change 
according to the current color of the water. 


SCP-1568-1 refers to the upper shell of SCP-1568. SCP-1568-1 is a 
fishing vessel from 19 . The interior of SCP-1568-1 shows no 
anomalies, despite descending into the interior of SCP-1568. It is 
possible to fish off of every side of SCP-1568-1 except for the front 
of SCP-1568-1. SCP-1568-1 has the word "Kingston" written on its 
right side. Instances of SCP-1568-1 do not experience any extra 
drag that SCP-1568 would normally cause. 


When fishing off SCP-1568-1 using nets, SCP-1568 will typically 
reach into the nets with its claws and remove fish, promptly eating 
them. SCP-1568 will continue this behavior until all fish have been 


consumed or until the net has been retracted. Attempting to ‘drive’ 
SCP-1568-1 from its current location while fish are still being caught 
have proven unsuccessful. If fish are no longer being caught, or nets 
are not redeployed within minutes, SCP-1568 will capsize 
SCP-1568-1. Attempts to rescue subjects during this period have 
proven successful. SCP-1568 will begin to consume subjects in the 
water within minutes. SCP-1568 will typically tear subjects into 
smaller pieces before consuming them. 


SCP-1568 shows no aggression towards subjects that have not 
boarded SCP-1568-1. Attempts to remove subjects before being 
consumed have been successful. SCP-1568 will not attempt contact 
with subjects in the water that have not been inside SCP-1568-1, 
and will retract into SCP-1568-1. 


Every years, SCP-1568 will leave its current 'shell' and search for 
another boat. SCP-1568 will submerse a boat that it deems large 
enough, regardless of any passengers on board. SCP-1568 will then 
proceed to release an acidic substance, which will melt a hole into 
the boat, typically one half of the size of SCP-1568. SCP-1568 has 
previously used this substance to breach containment during 
‘molting.’ 


Investigation of abandoned instances of SCP-1568-1 show that 
holes left are too small to contain SCP-1568. It is currently unknown 
how it decides to change 'shells.' The inside of instances of 
SCP-1568-1 are typically extremely smooth, despite the material 
used in that area. 


Testing Record 1568-1: 


Net Used SCP-1568's response 

Bottom Trawl SCP-1568's claws reach to a 
length of 41 meters, reaching into 
the net and grabbing multiple fish 
at once. SCP-1568 continued this 
behavior until net was withdrawn. 

Cast Net No response from SCP-1568. 

Drag Net SCP-1568's claws reach toa 
length of 27 meters, reaching into 
the net and grabbing multiple fish 


at once. SCP-1568 continued this 
behavior until the amount of fish 
in the net was depieted. 
Fyke Net No response from SCP-1568. 
Gill net SCP-1568 attempted to grab fish, 
but due to the transparency of the 


net, cut the net and released 


several fish. 

Lift Net SCP-1568 cut the net in several 
places while attempting to grab 
fish. 

Seine Net SCP-1568's claws reach to 34 


meters, reaching into the net and 
grabbing several fish at once. 
SCP-1568 continued this 
behavior until net was withdrawn. 


Incident Report 1568-1: A dead instance of SCP-1568 was found 
off the coast of Menai Strait, Wales. The instance of SCP-1568 was 
not accompanied by an instance of SCP-1568-1. Autopsy of the 
subject revealed that SCP-1568's biology consists largely of 
digestive tract. SCP-1568 lacks a visible posterior orifice, despite 
having an otherwise full digestive tract. 


« SCP-1567 | SCP-1568 | SCP-1569 » 


SCP-1569: Jumbo Shrimp 


Item #: SCP-1569 
Object Class: Euclid 


Special Containment Procedures: SCP-1569 is currently 
contained in an isolated sector of Site-104. The pit in the 
containment unit is to be filled with water to a depth of thirty meters. 
SCP-1569 is to remain outfitted with a modified feedbag to minimize 
activity. 


Description: SCP-1569 is an organism physically resembling the 
peacock mantis shrimp (Odontodactylus scyllarus); however, it is of 
abnormally large size and proportionally high mass (9371 kg). 
SCP-1569's body is one meter tall, two meters wide, and nine 
meters long. The legs of SCP-1569 measure between two to three 
meters in length. A majority of the surface of SCP-1569's body is a 
reddish brown and composed of dense hydroxyapatite. Unlike non- 
anomalous peacock mantis shrimp, the bright neon green carapace 
covers the entirety of SCP-1569's thorax. The carapace is of 
unknown composition, as its durability has prevented sampling. 
Scratched onto the forefront of the carapace is a marking of a fist 
superimposing a sunburst. It is assumed this marking is not natural 
and was caused by something of anomalous origin due to the 
Foundation's inability to damage the carapace. 


SCP-1569 has proven to be docile toward human beings, and often 
engages in displays of what is assumed to be affection by rubbing 
its antennae and antennules against a human's body. SCP-1569 
has also hugged personnel it is more familiar with by raising the 
front section of its body and briefly grappling the person with its 
maxillipeds. It is currently believed SCP-1569 possesses an 
intelligence on par with that of domestic canines. SCP-1569 will only 
periodically prey against a majority of marine life, though SCP-1569 
immediately reacts violently when introduced to any species of 
shark. This aggression first displayed the strength of SCP-1569, and 


further testing has shown that SCP-1569 can strike with a force up 
to 51,000 newtons. Like other Stomatopods, SCP-1569 is capable of 
forming cavitation bubbles when underwater with the force of its 
attacks, distributing a further 51,000 newtons via shockwave. 


Endoscopy reveals that the stomach of SCP-1569 consists of three 
chambers resembling the reticulum, omasum, and abomasum found 
in ruminant organisms. Connected to the stomach are two storage 
organs, one storing water and the other digested material. Roughly 
30% of consumed food is stored in these organs, the other 70% 
entering SCP-1569 intestines for immediate nutrient absorption. 
Both of these storage organs possess three plated valves, 
preventing forced endoscopy. One valve connects the organs to the 
relevant stomach chamber, one will open to purge the contents of 
the organs into the intestines of SCP-1569 to be absorbed and 
defecated when SCP-1569 is severely malnourished, and one of 
currently unknown purpose. 


Addendum 01: Three months after its initial containment, 
SCP-1569 entered a dormant state. Its carapace retracted to a 
position to only cover the first two thorax segments, revealing a 
previously undetected male humanoid, henceforth referred to as 
SCP-1569-1. SCP-1569-1 was clothed in apparel similar to that of 
bodyskin competitive swimwear, with the symbol of a fist 
superimposing a sunburst on the back. SCP-1569-1 began yelling in 
an unknown language a previously undocumented language (see 
SCP-1329-1 documentation) and moving toward D-156912, who 
had been cleaning the containment unit at the time. SCP-1569-1 
was successfully incapacitated and moved to a separate 
containment unit for examinations. 


Upon discovery, SCP-1569-1 was suffering from malnutrition and 
had undergone a double ocular enucleation long enough prior to 
have fully healed. Medical examinations show that SCP-1569-1's 
esophagus terminates into two valves, one to the stomach and the 
other to a storage organ identical to that found within SCP-1569. 
Instead of connecting to the small intestine, the stomach connects to 
this storage organ, which then connects to the small intestine. It is 
unknown if this digestive system is natural to the species of 
SCP-1569-1. 


Six days after exiting SCP-1569, SCP-1569-1 self-terminated using 
a molar implant composed of an unknown poison. It is possible that 
SCP-1569-1 only revealed itself due to its poor state of health, and 
committed suicide when it realized it would remain in containment 
indefinitely. 


SCP-1569 remained in its dormant state, though it could 
successfully consume material forced into its mouth. Inside the 
crevice between SCP-1569's body and the interior of its carapace 
are several tendrils of unknown purpose. D-Class testing to 
determine the function of the tendrils is currently under 
consideration. 


Addendum 02: Upon entering the cavity between SCP-1569's body 
and its carapace to investigate and interact with the unknown 
tendrils, the carapace expanded to fully cover the body of 
SCP-1569, completely encasing D-156912. No sound could be 
heard from under the carapace. SCP-1569 then became violent, 
erratically moving around its containment unit and seemingly 
randomly striking out. After two minutes SCP-1569 ceased violent 
activity, only to resume it one minute later. Eight minutes after 
encasing D-156912, the carapace retracted to its previous position. 
D-156912 was in a state of panic, his eyes destroyed, and his pants 
lowered. He then vomited, expelling digested material similar to that 
found within SCP-1569. 


Interviewed: D-156912 


Interviewer: Dr. 


Foreword: This interview was recorded shortly after the 
events of the second addendum, following the release of 
D-156912 from the medical ward of Site-104. 

<Begin Log> 

Dr. :D-156912, how are you? 

D-156912: Let's just get this over with, Doc. 


Dr. : Of course. Please tell me what happened after 


the carapace sealed you in. 


D-156912: It was pitch black, couldn't hear anything 
outside. | felt something brush up against me, and | 
figured it was those tentacles. Had to be, | guess. Next 
thing | know one is shoving itself halfway down my 
throat. | try to pull it out, but other ones wrap themselves 
around my arms and legs. Then these little ones get into 
my nose, and... | could feel the shrimp start moving 
around when | started trying to move. So... more of the 
things start messing with my pants, and... One goes up 
my ass. Another one latches onto my junk. | just- Ugh. 
They didn't move once they were in, which just made it 
even weirder, somehow. 


D-156912: Then these other tentacles shoved 
themselves in my eyes. Hurt like a motherfucker. Could 
hear my eyes pop, could feel the goop running down my 
face. But after a few seconds | couldn't even feel any 
pain. | could feel the things digging around in my eye 
sockets. Then suddenly | could see, but it was... wrong. | 
was seeing colors | had never seen before, and most of 
the ones | had seen were fucked up. | think | was seeing 
what it was. 


D-156912: | started to get a handle on things once things 
stopped sticking into me, could kind of make it do what | 
wanted. But at some point that weird mulch shit got 
pumped into my stomach. | freaked out, and after a few 
seconds the tentacles let me go and the carapace 
opened up. | got the hell away from the shrimp, puked, 
and... yeah. You guys know the rest. 


<End Log>