Item #: EA-042

Object Class: Hazardous

Name: Fate Pin

Containment: Containment procedures for EA-042 involve storing the object within a standard anomalous item containment locker at Outpost Omicron. Access to EA-042's storage is restricted to personnel with Level 4 security clearance or higher. Regular inspections of the containment locker are to be conducted to ensure its integrity. Any abnormal behavior or activation of EA-042 must be reported immediately to the site supervisor.

Profile: EA-042 is an ornate hairpin crafted from a silver alloy. The hairpin exhibits intricate engravings, depicting interweaving threads symbolizing the concept of fate. When worn by an individual, EA-042 induces vivid and detailed visions portraying the final moments of the previous wearer's life. These visions encompass a diverse range of circumstances, reflecting the specific circumstances of the previous wearer's demise, from tragic accidents to violent confrontations or natural causes.

Exposure to the visions induced by EA-042 evokes significant psychological distress and emotional trauma in affected individuals. The intensity of these experiences often leads to physical harm, as individuals unconsciously reenact the events witnessed in their visions. The duration of these visions typically spans approximately 10 minutes, although subjective perception of time during the experience may be distorted, creating a sense of elongation.

Repeated exposure to EA-042 has shown a cumulative effect on the mental and physical well-being of individuals. Prolonged usage of the pin can result in increased susceptibility to the visions, with individuals experiencing recurring episodes even after removing the pin. Studies are being conducted to understand the long-term effects of EA-042 and to develop suitable countermeasures to mitigate its harmful influence.