ACCESSING SCP FILES...
ACCESSING COMPLETE FILE FOUND.
OPENING FILE SCP-035 The possessive mask.
"Item #: SCP-035
Object Class: Keter
Special Containment Procedures: SCP-035 is to be kept within a hermetically sealed glass case, no fewer than 10 centimeters (4 inches) thick. This case is to be contained within a steel, iron and lead-shielded room at all times. Doors are to be triple-locked at all times, with the exception of allowing personnel in or out. No fewer than two (2) armed guards are to be posted at any time. Guards must remain outside at all times and are not allowed within the containment room under any circumstances. A trained psychologist is to remain on site at all times. Research personnel are not to touch SCP-035 at any time. SCP-035 must be moved to a new sealed case every two (2) weeks. The previous case must be disposed of via SCP-101, as it shows no adverse reactions to SCP-035's "corruption". Anyone who comes into contact with SCP-035 when it is in possession of a host is to be given an immediate psychological evaluation."
It then showed a picture of the anomaly.
Description: SCP-035 appears to be a white porcelain comedy mask, although, at times, it will change to tragedy. In these events, all existing visual records, such as photographs, video footage, even illustrations, of SCP-035 automatically change to reflect its new appearance."
The humans instantly recognized that mask but were actually more shocked that it was classified as a hard to contain anomaly.
Wait, I thought it was supposed to be laughing. Why does it look like its crying?" Said Hagakure, the invisible girl confused on the facial expression its currently wearing.
"(sigh) If you actually paid attention to the recording, you would know." Said Aizawa, causing Toru to 'eep!' in surprise and in embarrassment.
"But how can a mask change its facial expression?" Ojiro questioned next.
"It just did." Zero simply replied, urging everyone to look back at the screen. Only to be surprised by the mask returning back to its comedic face... And somehow looking ten times more haunting and the black liquid that was leaking out of its mouth and eyes are adding to that creep factor. The humans were understandably dumbfounded by how can this happen but its the supernatural, it tends to go like this.
"A-are you sure you did not simply swap photos?" Asked a skeptical and a bit frightened Momo.
"No Yaoyorozu," Zero denied. "This photo was taken by a polaroid camera only once and is the only photo in this database. Initially when it first took the picture, 035 was in its comedic face. But as the recordings suggest, it follows whatever face 035 was expressing."
"I wonder what caused it to cry in the first place?" Asked the resident quirk nerd. Midoriya quickly acclimated himself to the creepy mask and while he did feel scared, he was calm enough to bring his curious and knowledge carving side out of him.
"I presume it had just returned from an encounter with a certain loveable orange blob.." Zero spilled his thoughts, with everyone turning to question it more.
"Orange blob?" Asked a curious principal Nezu.
"Ah, he's not important at the moment, you will learn about him in time but lets continue the recording shall we?"
The TV then resumed its classified debrief.
"A highly corrosive and degenerative viscous liquid constantly seeps from the eye and mouth holes of SCP-035. Anything coming into contact with this substance slowly decays over a period of time, depending on the material, until it has decayed completely into a pool of the original contaminant. Glass seems to react the slowest to the effects of the item, hence the construction choice of its immediate container. Living organisms that come into contact with the substance react much the same way, with no chance of recovery. Origin of the liquid is unknown. Liquid is only visible from the front, and does not emerge or is even visible from the other side."
Everyone shivered at the implication that coming into contact with that 'acid' will mean no recovery. They've seen dangerous quirks like Shigaraki Tomura's decay, the leader of the league of villans at work. Erasure more so flinched at the memory of his having the skin of his elbow decay and crack. They couldn't imagine how painful and horrible it will be for anyone who was hit with the dangerous liquid.
"Subjects within 1.5 to 2 meters (5-6 feet) of SCP- 035, or in visual contact with it, experience a strong urge to put it on. When SCP-035 is placed on the face of an individual, an alternate brain wave pattern from SCP-035 overlaps that of the original host, effectively snuffing it out and causing brain death to the subject. Subject then claims to be the consciousness contained within SCP-035. The bodies of "possessed" subjects decay at a highly accelerated rate, eventually becoming little more than mummified corpses. Nevertheless, SCP-035 has demonstrated the ability to remain in cognitive control of a body experiencing severe structural damage, even if the subject's body literally decays to the point where motion is not mechanically possible. No effect is found to be had when placed on the face of an animal."
"Let me guess, its also capable of some sort of telekinesis or mind controlling ability as well?" The tired underground pro hero shot his guess.
"The urge to wear 035 is just one of its tactics to entice you and trick you to accept being its host and to die doing so." Zero slightly corrected Aizawa. "But the mind controlling ability is correct, but unlike your quirks which only have either temporary effects or can be countered, once 035 claims its host it will actively be a 'battle of wills' per say and it always ends up with the dreaded mask winning."
That sent another shiver down the heroes spine, a certain few recollecting their experiences with being mind controlled at the sports festival by Hitoshi Shinso and contemplate on how it would feel like being unable to break free of it and knowing that your body will decay overtime. They shuddered and decided to not think too deep of it, Midoriya on the other hand was thinking of how his quirk, One For All, would react to the possibilities considering that it was able to get him out of Shinso's mind control. But all the same he decided he would not dive too far into the matter for now.
"Conversations with SCP-035 have proven to be informative. Researchers have learned various details about other SCP objects and history in general, as SCP-035 claims to have been at many momentous events. SCP-035 displays a highly intelligent and charismatic personality, being both amiable and flattering to all those who speak with it. SCP-035 has scored in the 99th percentile on all intelligence and aptitude tests administered to it, and appears to have a photographic memory.
However, psychological analysis has discovered SCP-035 to possess a highly manipulative nature, capable of forcing sudden and profound changes to interviewer's psychological state. SCP-035 has proven to be highly sadistic, prompting some to commit suicide and transforming others into near-mindless servants with linguistic persuasion alone. SCP- 035 has stated that it has intimate knowledge of the workings of the human mind and implied that it could change anyone's views if given enough time."
At this the quirked humans were shocked, they have learned about a being that is old as generations (All Might and Nezu less so but still surprised).
"Additional: SCP-035 was found in a sealed crypt in an abandoned house in Venice, in 18██.
Addendum 035-01: SCP-035 has been found to be able to possess anything that has a humanoid shape, including mannequins, corpses, and statues. SCP-035 has been able to motivate all into movement, removing the need to expose live subjects to SCP-035. Still, anything it possesses inevitably decays into motionlessness."
"Ok thats just plain scary" Rikido Sato commented, he was a muscular young man with short and spiked brown hair with thick lips and black eyes.
"I guess if you look at this way, that acid is kinda like a drawback for it." Said Deku.
"Nah man, thats probably more like a fail safe or something ya know?" Iida added, "Like, could you imagine this thing running around and causing trouble unrestrained?"
"It will do more than cause trouble," joined Aizawa. "That thing thing will cause outright anarchy.."
All Might shivered at that, All For One was already a charming and cunning man. This thing though, would already tempt anyone at a glance and the fact it was also pure evil.. He had no doubts about fighting it one on one, but the intellect this thing possessed is frightening to think about.
"Addendum 035-02: SCP-035 has facilitated an escape attempt, convincing several of the research staff to aid it in its bid for freedom. Insurrection failed. All staff that have been in contact with SCP-035 have been terminated, and mandatory psychiatric evaluations have been implemented for all personnel coming in contact with SCP-035."
The heroes were shocked yet again at the seemingly cruel end for the rebels.
"What?!." Shinso yelled.
"What the Hell?!?!." Miriko and Hound dog yelled.
"Was That really necessary?!." Midnight yelled.
"D-did they really kill them..?" Momo muttered.
"How cruel and heartless!" Tenya yelled out, "Shouldn't they simply arrest and imprison them rather than outright slaughtering them!?"
"Indeed, was that really necessary?" All Might further added.
"While it may seem like that to you, keep in mind The Foundation are dealing with beings and objects that works in mysterious ways with many having different sets of morals and ideals." Zero explained. "And considering the anomaly in question is a great influencer, we can't take any chances for another potential containment breach just because disposing them is inhumane."
The humans were at a loss for words for such an excuse. But couldn't find the resolve to argue back. On one hand, simply letting SCP-035 go free would cause massive loss of live and a reign of terror that would make the most evil of villains pale in comparison. On the other hand, simply executing people for being tricked into serving it doesn't justify anything.
"I know what the foundation did may not sit well with all of you, but keep listening to the rest of the data and soon you may understand why such extreme measures were taken."
The heroes silently nodded their head and the recording resumes.
"Addendum 035-03: It has been determined that SCP-035 is capable of telepathy, whether or not it possesses a host, even penetrating to the subconscious of others, and using the knowledge it finds to its advantage. Extreme caution is advised when choosing subjects to converse with SCP-035."
The teens shuddered at that particular feat, especially Denki and Mineta.
"Addendum 035-04: SCP-035 has expressed an interest in other SCPs, most notably SCP-4715 and SCP-682. Dr. ██████ has expressed worry that should SCP-035 bond with either, their regenerative qualities would negate its corruption and give it a permanent host."
"Hmm, I'm assuming that both SCP's in question have something similar to a type of self- regeneration quirk?" Asked the principal of UA.
Zero answered, "Yes, quite similar to those Nomu you all have been facing recently, only difference is that their abilities in general are far more superior and can regenerate in an instant and that they are almost near invincible."
A wave of goosebumps crept up to the heroes, instant dread filled them at the thought of those very same monsters but far worse. The pro heroes had to give credit to the SCP foundation for being able to survive this far with being such as those existing, on top of making sure they are hidden from the public as well. Oh how naive of them to think that those are the most dangerous monsters the foundation has contained.
"Addendum 035-05: After several more escape attempts, and after reviewing SCP-035's incident record, high command has ordered that it be permanently sealed within the facility and prohibited from being allowed any more hosts. Several personnel have protested against this, with some even erupting into violence. As a direct result, all personnel that have come into contact with SCP-035 have been terminated. Going forward, all personnel that deal with SCP- 035 are to be rotated frequently, and contact is to be limited even to its dormant state to as little as possible."
Again the heroes winced at the mention of terminated protesting researchers but they ignore it and try to see this through.
"Addendum 035-06: Personnel within 10 meters of SCP-035 have recently reported feeling unease, stating that they can hear unintelligible whispering. Several others have suffered from severe migraines. Object has been monitored, but there is no change in its dormant behavior, and no sounds have been recorded."
The motion to reinstate SCP-035's host privileges has been brought up once more, if only on a temporary basis to discover these new changes in the obiect's behavior. (Denied)"
"What the fuck!?" A certain blond haired boy cursed. "Are those quirkless nerds insane!?"
Everyone slightly recoiled at Bakugo's outburst but came to agree with him instantly.
"Yeah, what are they even thinking!?" Mina yelled, "Isn't the amount of sacrifices done to make sure that thing stays inside enough already? Why do more tests!?"
"Alas such is the burden of those who discard their humanity in pursuit of science." Zero said.
"Unfortunately, those types of people also exist here as well." Joined Aizawa.
"Which is why us heroes are to be ever vigilant for such individuals to keep the peace and make sure no further citizen will be harmed!" All Might beamed to at least cheer up and motivate the students even if what they are learning right now might be the cruelest events in history.
"Addendum 035-07: The walls of SCP-035's containment cell have suddenly begun secreting a black substance. Tests on the substance have revealed it to be human blood, although highly contaminated with several foreign and unknown agents. Substance is corrosive, having a pH of 4.5, and prolonged exposure to the walls has proven to be detrimental to their structural integrity.
But as quick hope and motivation filled the heroes in training, dread and fear returned to strike back harder than ever.
More notably, it seems to be forming patterns on the walls. Several segments seem to be paragraphs in various languages, including Italian, Latin, Greek, and Sanskrit. Translation is pending. Other segments appear to be diagrams depicting ritualistic sacrifice and mutilation, often for the arcane benefit of the person committing them. Several staff members have been shocked to note that all of the sacrifices bear an uncanny resemblance to various personnel and their loved ones, often in conflicting positions.
Researchers while in the room examining these newly formed patterns have complained of hearing loud whispering, and high pitched, unnerving laughter at irregular intervals."
Now the goosebumps came back with the chill of anxiety.
"Personnel in the section working daily near and around SCP-035's containment unit have suffered catastrophic morale damage, with an all time high in suicide rates in staff in that area, whether or not they have ever had contact with SCP-035."
Slowly the mouths of the humans went a gap as they learn more about this particular incident.
"The only change in SCP-035's dormant behavior is regarding its contained glass case. Degradation of the case has increased to a high degree, enough so that the glass will occasionally shatter, causing a wide dispersal of SCP-035's contaminant. This occurs quite often at the most inopportune times, so far resulting in six (6) casualties and three (3) fatalities of both research and cleanup staff."
The heroes were left speechless at the level of horror and bloodshed this thing was capable of. At that moment, the heroes truly felt small and that despite having quirks, they thought that they were truly no match for the things that lie confined within the foundation's cells...
"Addendum 035-08: In light of the mass suicide/homicide of the members of the research team tasked with translating the passages garnered from SCP-035's containment cell, the morale damage in the area, and general loss of staff dealing with SCP-035 to either death or insanity, it has been decided to coat the inner and outer walls of its containment cell with SCP-148, which has proved well in the containment of (see Document 132-01), in order to hopefully block out the high levels of negativity being emitted by SCP-035."
"I wonder what's this SCP-148 they are referring to? Is it some sort of substance?" Nezu stated his thoughts, not even disturbed at the petrifying events that just happened.
"Patience principal, one anomaly at a time." Zero said.
"Oh of course, my apologies."
"Addendum 035-09: The use of SCP-148 has worked well, causing morale and suicide rates to return to near pre-SCP-035 rates.
However, the material appears to facilitate the negativity within the cell, causing a veritable "Greenhouse Effect" inside. Personnel inside the cell have stated that they feel a heavy sense of dread, fear, anger, and general depression, as well as hearing constant, nearly inaudible whispering upon immediate entry. A prolonged stay causes severe migraines, suicidal tendencies, heavy hemorrhaging of blood vessels around the eyes and inside the mouth and nose, general hostility to others, and for the whispering to increase to almost deafening volumes, intersected by a constant mocking laughter. Exposure of more than three (3) hours inevitably results in the subject falling into a deep psychosis, and attempting to harm either themselves or others. Most spoke in Latin or Greek, despite the fact that several did not previously know how to speak said languages beforehand."
"Holy shit... I feel bad for the guys who had to go in there." Sero commented, finally finding his resolve to speak.
"No kidding.. They are outright living something out of a horror movie.." The terrified electric blonde said next.
Aizawa looked to his students in worry and wonders if this will affect them in anyway.
"The presence of blood in both word and diagram formations has increased disproportionately, the walls becoming cluttered, and the formations beginning to overlap each other. The substance has proven to be both difficult to clean, and even more corrosive than was originally recorded, with a pH of roughly 2.4. General estimation gives the current walls a life of two (2) months before they will need replacement.
It is becoming gradually more and more difficult to contain SCP-035, and the debate to reinstate its host privileges has once again come up. (Denied)
Addendum 035-10: The walls, ceiling and floor of SCP-035's containment cell have now been completely saturated in blood. All personnel entering and guarding the area must wear full Hazmat protection suits. Constant cleaning efforts are being instated."
At that, some of the teenagers felt sick, instantly reminded of the pools and splashes of blood across one of the foundation sites Zero had shown them...They won't be living it down anytime soon...
"Addendum 035-11: The magnitude, intensity, and recurrence of the phenomena that occur within SCP-035's containment cell have increased to an alarming degree. The cell door has been known to become locked of its own accord while personnel are inside, and unable to be opened for a period of time. Appendages form out of the larger puddles of blood and often attempt to grab or harm personnel near them. Blurry apparitions have started appearing to staff. Electronic devices no longer work inside the cell, and the light cannot be turned on, though there is no physical reason why it does not work, forcing those entering to use non-electric based light sources."
"God damn.." Was all Kirishima could say.
"Cleaning measures are having no discernible effect on the cell, and the walls are degrading at a very high rate, forcing them to be replaced within a week at best, although the blood makes it nearly impossible to properly achieve this.
SCP-035 may have to be moved to a new cell entirely, with the old one sealed off and disengaged from the rest of the facility."
Thankfully This Scp file has come to an end, and Everyone was glad it was over cuz they didn't want to hear another thing That Mask has done.
"So what do you guy's Think?" Zero asked.
"It was...Truly a bizarre Thing to hear..." Momo Replied.
"I apologize for what you all had to hear" Zero Replied. "But remember this is necessary information that you all need to know before your first visit to the foundation."
"Well if am being Honest, I have to agree, this information could be useful on our path to become heroes." Iida said and looked at Midoriya. "Midoriya, you still have those notes right?" He asked his green-haired friend. "Yeah! I got them right here." He said while holding it up high.
"Alright, are you all ready for the next one?" Zero asked and everyone nodded in response. "Good, I shall be opening the next file." He said.