Draft Critique Request: SCP-XXXX (Viewer Satisfaction, Road Train)
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scp-2431

SCP-2431 prior to containement

Item #: 2431

Object Class: Safe

Special Containment Procedures: SCP-2431 is to be contained in Site-17's storage room when not in use. Access is limited to personnel with Level 2 security clearance and above.

Description: SCP-2431 is a 32-inch black colored box television set manufactured by the Orion Electric Company. SCP-2431 lacks a serial number, remote, and plug. The RCA ports reject all attempts of insertion; cables seem to 'phase' out of existence upon close proximity to the ports. Disassembly revealed standard inner workings for its make and model. It is unknown how SCP-2431 operates at this time.

When switched on by a human (designated 'the Viewer'), SCP-2431 functions as a normal television set, with the notable lack of commercials during programs and the absence of made-for-TV movies. SCP-2431's anomalous activity manifests when the Viewers states they 'want to see their favorite show'.

The show currently playing will freeze, with all characters present on-screen turning to face towards the Viewer. Subjects have described this as 'unsettling'. SCP-2431 will immediately switch off after this act, turning on by itself exactly two seconds later.

Regardless of the program being shown earlier, SCP-2431 will now play a random television program where all the characters are self-aware of the Viewer. Comments or suggestions made by the Viewer will play out on the television program down to the last detail. During this state, any and all attempts made by an outside party to turn off SCP-2431 or otherwise interfere with the viewing will be met with verbal hostility and veiled threats.

After the program's conclusion (noted to be consistent with the timeframe of the program being shown), all characters present on-screen will face the Viewer, bow, and state in unison 'We hope you enjoyed the show!', SCP-2431 immediately shutting off after. Following this, SCP-2431 will not turn on for 24 hours.