Codename: EA-002
Object Class: Unstable + Aid + Obscure
Name: The Thought
Containment: EA-002, designated as an Unstable + Aid + Obscure anomaly, is contained within Outpost Pi, a specialized containment facility established to manage its effects. Containment of EA-002 necessitates stringent measures due to the anomaly's unpredictable nature. Access to Outpost Pi is restricted to personnel with Level 4 clearance and above, and all personnel entering the facility must undergo thorough psychological evaluations before and after their exposure to EA-002.
Guidelines for containment include:
Mandatory Psychological Assessments: All personnel exposed to EA-002, intentionally or unintentionally, must undergo comprehensive psychological assessments before and after exposure. These evaluations help monitor any potential effects and identify individuals who may require immediate treatment.
Immediate Quarantine: Any individuals who display symptoms of believing that everyone around them is an alternate version of themselves must be immediately quarantined for observation and treatment.
Research and Neutralization Protocols: Research into the origins and effects of EA-002 continues, with a focus on understanding its mechanisms and potential countermeasures. Neutralization protocols have been established to address any instances of individuals developing this thought pattern, as it can disrupt critical Foundation operations and compromise containment.
Profile: EA-002 presents a perplexing blend of characteristics, encompassing elements of instability, aid, and obscurity. This anomaly manifests as the pervasive belief in affected individuals that everyone in their vicinity is an alternate copy of themselves, leading to a highly disorienting and potentially dangerous psychological state. Despite being classified as "Unstable," EA-002's effects have exhibited patterns that suggest an underlying element of "Aid" in certain contexts.
Symptoms and Manifestations: Subjects affected by EA-002 experience a profound distortion of their reality. They firmly believe that every individual around them is an alternate version of themselves, varying in major and minor ways. This belief can lead to severe cognitive dissonance, paranoia, and heightened emotional distress. While the theory of alternate versions is demonstrably false, affected individuals remain convinced of its validity.
Transmission and Obscurity: The transmission of EA-002 remains a subject of mystery. Recorded instances indicate that individuals with pre-existing mental disorders such as ADHD, OCD, or similar conditions are more susceptible to developing this belief system. However, the precise mechanism behind this transmission and the origin of the anomaly remain obscure and poorly understood.
Interaction with EA-███: One notable facet of EA-002 is its unique interaction with EA-███, a humanoid entity capable of inducing a belief in non-existence. Paradoxically, individuals infected with the EA-002 thought pattern, convinced of their uniqueness, can neutralize the effects of EA-███. This curious phenomenon, while providing some degree of control, also underscores the complex and enigmatic nature of both anomalies.
