
The dimming phenomenon is noted with both electrical and incendiary light sources, and lasts until the key is removed from the lock or the door is opened past the frame. At such time, instruments detect no fluctuation in the power grid. When SCP-1016 is inserted into such a lock, any lights in the structure dim noticeably. When inserted into the locked mechanism of a door or similar barrier behind which are one or more mammalian lifeforms, the key will open the lock, and have its secondary effects. When inserted into an unlocked mechanism, the key has no effect.

Upon noting the unusual nature of SCP-1016, ████████████ was given a Class A amnestic and transferred to a different federal institution. Initially believing ████████████ to be the threat, SCP-1016 was transferred to Site ████ with his personal effects. Anomalies and an allegedly airtight alibi triggered the curiosity of Agents ██████ and ████████████ who proceeded to investigate. The Foundation became aware of SCP-1016 upon review of the arrest of █████ ████████████ for the murder of his wife and two children. If left in place for more than two weeks, the surface SCP-1016 rests on will show evidence of similar bloodstains. Bloodstains contain human DNA from 27 different specimens, none of which matches any individual on file.

Regardless of form, the SCP may be identified by indelible bloodstains on the fob. If placed on a keychain with two or more keys of a similar make, SCP-1016 will gradually alter its appearance to match over the course of several weeks. Due to the nature of the device, testing may only be performed at the isolated building at Site ██ after making sure the building contains only D-class personnel.ĭescription: SCP-1016 appears as a standard door key of unremarkable make. Approval of at least one (1) Level 4 personnel is required for the removal of object from its containment area for research purposes. Within this context, SCP-1016 poses no threat.

Neither lock will contain a backup keyhole. Special Containment Procedures: Subject is to be kept in a secure box with a combination lock, code ██-██-██ in a standard fireproof safe with a number pad locking system.

SCP-1016 SCP-1016 in evidence Object Class: Safe
