Sproke (company)

"Welcome to Sproke, where innovation meets flavor to create unforgettable beverage experiences. Established in 1990 as a small branch of the larger Coca-Cola company, Sproke quickly became a household name, stationed right here in Fort-Harris County on the outskirts of Redbluff, Texas. " - *Sporke US website FAQ section.*

## History

Founded in 1995 by Jon Monroe, Sproke began as a small branch of the Coca-Cola company, stationed in Fort-Harris County, on the outskirts of Redbluff, Texas. However, the company's history took an unexpected turn during the construction of its factory when an ancient crashed spaceship was discovered under the construction site in 1989.

Despite the monumental find, the decision was made to keep the discovery a closely guarded secret, and the factory was completed, concealing the alien vessel beneath it. Jon Monroe's visionary journey to establish Sproke as a pioneering soda company took a mysterious twist as employees harbored hopes of future exploration of the hidden spacecraft.

Meanwhile, the company's flagship drink, Flavorant 42, was developed from an orange-red liquid discovered in the spaceship, which originated from extraterrestrial blood. Unbeknownst to the public, this experimental flavor possessed addictive qualities to humans and was diluted to be included in Sproke's popular soda. The beverage's unique taste experience quickly garnered immense popularity, driving sales and turning it into a phenomenon within the beverage industry. However, as the years progressed, unforeseen health effects emerged, with reports of individuals experiencing deformities after consuming Flavorant 42.

Dr. Evelyn Parker and her team were tasked with investigating these anomalies, discovering a connection between exposure to electricity and the onset of deformities.

As Sproke grappled with internal investigations, external forces came into play, with the secretive SCP Foundation expressing concern and attempting collaboration, leading to resistance from the company. In 2008, a security breach orchestrated by the SCP Foundation resulted in a catastrophic gas leak and explosion within the Science Department, leading to casualties and the potential theft of a vial of Flavorant 42. The company's history became further entwined with extraterrestrial intrigue as NASA reports revealed connections between the spaceship's signal and foreign satellites entering the solar system. Throughout the years, Sproke evolved from a small Texas-based soda company into a central player in a complex narrative involving alien discoveries, experimental beverages, government agencies, and the delicate balance between innovation and secrecy.

## Timeline of Events the Sproke Company:

1. 1983 - Sproke begins to be developed
	* John Monroe becomes the founder and research begins developing the drink. This results in very mixed reviews from taste testers, but construction on the factory begins anyways.
2. August 2, 1989 - Discovery of Ancient Spaceship:
	* Sproke employees discover an ancient crashed spaceship beneath the construction site of the soda factory. Despite curiosity, the decision is made to keep it a secret.
3. December 15, 1989 - Research Expedition into the Spaceship:
	* Exploration team led by Scott Smith enters the spaceship, discovering alien bodies and an orange-red liquid (Sample 42). An incident occurs when two explorers argue, activating the spaceship briefly.
4. 1997 - NASA
	* Scott Smith, Senior Researcher discovers that NASA has detected foreign satellites entering the solar system, potentially linked to the ancient spaceship.
5. March 20, 1998 - SCP Foundation Involvement and Espionage Attempts:
	* SCP Foundation seeks collaboration with Sproke due to health concerns. Sproke refuses, leading to espionage attempts by the Foundation.
6. March 15, 2001 - Initial Discovery of Flavorant 42:
	* Flavorant 42, originating from alien blood, is discovered and becomes an experimental flavor, later leading to unforeseen health effects and SCP Foundation involvement.
7. November 3, 2001 - SCP Foundation Collaboration and Satellite Detection:
	* Dr. Evelyn Parker investigates reported deformities linked to Flavorant 42. Connection to electricity exposure is identified. Sproke remains oblivious to the health risks.
8. April 7, 2005 - First Espionage Attempt:
	* Suspicious individual attempting to infiltrate Sproke labs is apprehended. Security protocols prevent unauthorized access.
9. April 15, 2007 - Second Espionage Attempt:
	* Another SCP Foundation espionage attempt at Sproke facilities is documented, reinforcing the need for enhanced security measures.
10. March 22, 2008 - Security Breach and Explosion:
	* Unauthorized intrusion, believed to be the SCP Foundation, causes a gas leak and explosion in the Science Department. Two casualties, including Sarah Harding. Stolen vial of diluted Flavorant 42 adds complexity.
11. April 5, 2008 - Flavorant 42 Tasting Notes and Phenomenal Popularity:
	* Flavorant 42, born from the spaceship's blood, is diluted and incorporated into Sproke's soda. Dr. Evelyn Parker notes its addictive nature and popularity.
12. May 10, 2008 - SCP Foundation Overview and Security Measures:
	* Jason Mitchell, Security Officer, provides an overview of the SCP Foundation to Sproke employees. Heightened security measures are implemented due to ongoing Foundation interest.
13. April 5, 2008 - Report on SCP Foundation Collaboration Attempts:
	* Dr. Evelyn Parker reports on the SCP Foundation's attempts to collaborate with Sproke, highlighting potential risks and the company's resistance.
14. March 25, 2008 - Diary Entry by Barry Johnson:
	* Barry Johnson writes a diary entry expressing grief after the death of his fiancée, Sarah Harding, in the March 22 incident. Includes a sad poem.