Screen 1 — Intelligence Assessment
SCP-999 (Stage 4) has demonstrated a measured intelligence quotient of approximately 400, far exceeding all known human benchmarks. Foundation researchers note that this value is an approximation, as SCP-999's cognition does not fully align with standard human intelligence models.
Following multiple internal reviews, O5-level and senior research staff approve SCP-999 (Stage 4) for limited scientific collaboration status, under strict observation protocols.
During this phase, SCP-999 (Stage 4) begins independently theorizing methods of interdimensional travel, producing conceptual models that exceed current Foundation theoretical physics, though none are yet operational.
Researchers record that SCP-999 shows no hostile intent and frames all dimensional research as "preparation" rather than experimentation.
Screen 2 — Dimensional Development Log
Over a period of four months, SCP-999 (Stage 4) successfully conceptualizes and stabilizes four distinct dimensional constructs.
Dimension-01 is formally disclosed to the SCP Foundation.
This dimension is limited in scale, non-hostile, and functions as a controlled test environment. Foundation physicists confirm it is structurally stable and isolated from baseline reality.
Dimensions-02, 03, and 04 are not disclosed to the Foundation.
SCP-999 (Stage 4) provides no data, coordinates, or theoretical frameworks related to these constructs.
When questioned, SCP-999 responds only:
"They are not for you. Not yet."
No hostile behavior is observed. However, Foundation analysts note this as the first confirmed instance of SCP-999 withholding information intentionally.
Screen 3 — Private Encounter Log
Using Dimension-04 (undisclosed to the SCP Foundation), SCP-999 (Stage 4) initiates a private meeting with SCP-343.
The dimensional space is described by SCP-343 as "acceptable" and "quiet," displaying no recognizable physics consistent with baseline reality. Foundation sensors fail to register the event. All information below is reconstructed from post-encounter statements.
SCP-999 (Stage 4) selects this dimension deliberately, stating:
"No observers. No rules written by fear."
SCP-343 acknowledges SCP-999's presence without surprise.
SCP-343: "You've grown faster than expected."
SCP-999 (Stage 4): "I had good teachers. And better questions."
The discussion lasts an unknown duration. No temporal markers can be confirmed.
Screen 4 — Fragment of the Private Conversation
SCP-999 (Stage 4) speaks first.
SCP-999 (Stage 4):
"The Scarlet King can see timelines and dimensions.
Through his own eyes.
Is that true?"
SCP-343 does not answer immediately.
SCP-343:
"Yes. He can perceive branching realities and collapsed futures.
He watches more than most gods ever could."
SCP-999 remains silent for several seconds.
SCP-999 (Stage 4):
"Then he already knows about me."
SCP-343 smiles faintly.
SCP-343:
"He knows of you.
But he does not take you seriously."
SCP-343:
"The Scarlet King is arrogant.
He believes suffering is permanent and joy is temporary.
To him, you are an echo. A joke made of warmth."
SCP-999's surface texture tightens. Its form subtly narrows, becoming more defined.
SCP-999 (Stage 4):
"Everything he made was born from hate."
SCP-999 (Stage 4):
"That is why he cannot understand me."
SCP-343 nods.
SCP-343:
"Exactly.
He does not fear what he cannot imagine."
A pause.
SCP-999 (Stage 4):
"Then I will remain small in his eyes."
SCP-999 (Stage 4):
"Until that mistake matters."
No further dialogue is recorded.
Screen 5 — Closing of the Private Encounter
SCP-343's expression hardens. The humor fades.
SCP-343:
"A war against the Scarlet King is not simple.
He commands armies beyond counting.
Trillions of soldiers across fractured realities."
SCP-343:
"Alliances are unstable.
Victory, if it exists at all, would come at the cost of entire worlds."
SCP-999 (Stage 4) listens without interruption.
SCP-999 (Stage 4):
"I know."
A pause.
SCP-343:
"Then understand this.
To act is to invite annihilation.
To wait is to survive."
SCP-999's form settles, calm and luminous.
SCP-999 (Stage 4):
"If I sit and do nothing, suffering continues."
SCP-999 (Stage 4):
"But I am not a crowd.
I am not an army."
SCP-999 (Stage 4):
"I am joy."
SCP-999 (Stage 4):
"And joy does not need permission to exist."
SCP-343 studies SCP-999 for a long time.
SCP-343:
"That confidence is what will make you dangerous."
SCP-999 turns toward the dimensional boundary.
SCP-999 (Stage 4):
"No."
SCP-999 (Stage 4):
"It is what will make me patient."
The meeting ends. Dimension-04 collapses without residue.
Screen 6 — Termination of Contact
SCP-343 reaches a conclusion.
SCP-343:
"Very well."
SCP-343:
"I will not stand in your way."
SCP-343:
"Nor will I oppose you."
This is not declared as a pact, but the implication is clear. An informal alliance is established. No terms are spoken. None are needed.
SCP-999 (Stage 4) nods once.
Without visible effort, SCP-999 initiates dimensional collapse. Dimension-04 begins to fold inward, light draining smoothly, without instability or resistance.
Simultaneously, all Foundation surveillance records connected to the event are removed.
No alarms trigger.
No data corruption is detected.
The absence is precise, gentle, and intentional.
Later review will conclude the footage "never existed."
SCP-343:
"Goodbye."
SCP-999 pauses at the edge of the closing space.
SCP-999 (Stage 4):
"Guess, old man."
SCP-343 laughs quietly.
The dimension seals.
No residual anomaly remains.
No witnesses are aware a meeting occurred.
End of Encounter.
Be continued