Special Containment Procedures: SCP-7296 is contained within a display case in the psychotherapy office of Site-24. A permit must be submitted to Head Researcher Dr. Daven Laurier in order to utilize SCP-7296 and a psychologist must be present for the duration of SCP-7296's effect. Personnel are allowed to request a 3-5 day leave after utilizing SCP-7296.
Description: SCP-7296 is a white cotton pillow that is possessed by a class III1 spectral entity. Once a subject rests their head on SCP-7296, they enter a state of lucid dreaming and recall specific memories from their past.
SCP-7296's anomalous effect alters these memories introducing slight modifications tailored to each subject. It predominantly focuses on reenacting past traumatic events and facilitating the recollection of unresolved closure. Following this interaction, subjects experience an elevated sense of euphoria and an overall improvement in their emotional condition which persists for an indefinite duration.
The efficacy of SCP-7296's treatment depends on the user's psychological state, prior exposure, and coping capabilities after the initial interaction.
In the event of a relapse, the spectral entity associated with SCP-7296 (here by referred to as SCP-7296-A) manifests within the subject's psyche. SCP-7296-A appears as a middle-aged woman with long black hair wearing a white dress. Serving as a consoler, SCP-7296-A acts as a conduit for the subject's emotional afflictions. Encounters with SCP-7296-A induces an extended period of euphoria, yielding outcomes consistent with SCP-7296's standard treatment. As of now, only two instances of this manifestation have been recorded.
Discovery
SCP-7296 came to the Foundation's attention following reports from agents stationed in Yokohama, Japan, regarding unusual conversations, hallucinations, and behavioral changes in the general public.
Upon reviewing the reports, the Foundation observed similarities and conducted an investigation. It was discovered that many affected individuals were employees of the company ████████ Co., which had a history of poor employee welfare and unethical practices.
Further research led to the identification of SCP-7296 in possession of one of the employees. After confiscating the object, field operatives traced its origins to an abandoned apartment complex in ██████,█████████ via retail network line. The site was in the process of demolition. During the investigation, operatives found a note sealed in a waterproof envelope. The note has been sent for translation by linguistic specialists. [Transcribed within Addendum 7296.3].
Addendum 7296.2: Initial trial
Following the discovery of SCP-7296, researchers proposed it as a potential therapeutic tool for Foundation personnel. Site Director Prof. Felix Dyer approved the proposal, and testing commenced with D-class personnel to evaluate its therapeutic effects and identify any potential side effects.
Based on the successful results from these tests, SCP-7296 will undergo a trial phase to determine its suitability for staff use. Dr. Daven Laurier personally requested to participate in the trial, and permission was granted by Prof. Felix Dyer.
To accurately observe the effects of SCP-7296 on Dr. Daven Laurier, the use of a Psychosphere2 Reality Observer (P.R.O)3 device was permitted to visualize his mind during the trials.
Addendum 7296.3: Note
Mentioned prior in the discovery addendum, the sealed note had been sent to linguistic specialist for translation. Further inspection revealed the note to have been written 8 years ago by an individual named “Mitsuyo Hanako”.
The Light
On this land I stride, amongst sticks and stones.
A path littered, as I walk alone
Indifferent souls, their masks unfurled,
Beneath each shadow, secrets are hurled.
Their paths, so clear and smooth,
Yet in silence, I endure the painful truth.
The light that once guided me, now fades away,
As years pass by, into a monotonous grey.
In this darkest hour, I flee.
To a place untouched, where I can be free.
Away from life’s turmoil and sorrow’s sting,
A sanctuary where my soul can sing.
Yet here I awaken, trapped in this hell,
Every dawn, I thread the the littered path,
With each step, my bruised feet bear the aftermath.
Every dusk, I long for the path to cease,
To find solace and embrace a sense of peace.
And at last, my wish becomes truth.
Here I lie, beneath the moon’s gentle soothe.
With cold feet and dimmed eyes, I reside,
As memories of the past caress my weary stride.
Where did it go wrong?
Regret lingers, as I ponder where it all went awry,
I reach out my hand, uttering a heartfelt cry.
That someday, I'll be a guiding light,
For those who walk the littered path, seeking respite
-Mitsuyo Hanako