Game Master
Steam ID: STEAM_0:1:150023700
Discord name: kukoorooza
For how long have you played on CG SCP: On and off, since September 2023. Total of about 1100 hours.
Age: 24
In what country are you located?: USA
Time zone: EST
Character name(s):
Gordon Gudgeon
Garold Gudgeon
Gilbert Gudgeon
Civilian name:
Garold Gudgeon
What server are you applying for? (SCP-RP UK or SCP-RP USA): USA
Do you have a mic?: Yes
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List all whitelisted, MTF, or CI roles that you hold or have held:
Executive Researcher (x3)
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Have you received any kicks/bans/warning? and why?:
I received an RDM warning for stabbing another D-class as a D-class back when I first started the server.
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Why are you applying for Director of Research?
I am applying for Director of Research because I love this department and want to see it thrive would be the one-sentence answer. However, the following are the main reasons.
What makes you suitable for Director of Research?:
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What are the responsibilities of the Director of Research in RP?:
The responsibilities of the Director of Research can be split into two categories: research and administration. The following are a few of the highlights for each category:
Research
Administrative
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Please give some lore about your Director of Research character and what storylines they would be involved in:
Dr. Gudgeon’s backstory is available here.
The following are 3 of my favorite RP Experiences:
As the crystalline infection began to manifest on the D-class, he was placed near SCP-096, initiating a tense wait to see if SCP-409 could compromise SCP-096's notorious regenerative abilities. Initially, SCP-409 seemed to affect SCP-096, which surprisingly showed no aggression, even in its increasingly crystalline state—a momentary lapse that hinted at vulnerability.
However, SCP-096's remarkable recovery abilities soon prevailed, shaking off the crystalline growths with unforeseen rapidity. In a sudden burst of violence, SCP-096 terminated the D-class, his brief immunity to SCP-096's rage state overridden by its innate survival mechanisms.
This experiment, concise yet fraught with peril, revealed both the potential and the limits of using SCP-409 against SCP-096.
Then, it happened. A notification pinged, and there it was: an email from none other than Dr. Darby, the esteemed Director of Research. The message was brief but carried a weight of importance: "Dr. Gudgeon, please come to my office at your earliest convenience."
Gordon’s heart raced as he made his way to the Director’s office. It was a space whispered about in the halls, shrouded in both admiration and mystery. Upon entering, Gordon immediately felt the air grow heavier. The office was as grand as he imagined, with stacks of reports, artifacts from Foundation history, and a faint aroma of cigar smoke lingering in the air. But what truly caught his attention was Dr. Darby himself.
The Director of Research stood tall, his imposing figure nearly brushing the ceiling. Dr. Darby was a canine humanoid, his sleek black fur shimmering faintly under the dim lighting. His piercing red eyes glowed like embers, carrying an intensity that made Gordon instinctively straighten his posture. Darby’s sharp, angular features combined with his commanding presence left no doubt about his authority within the Foundation.
"Step inside, Dr. Gudgeon," Darby said in a deep, gravelly voice, gesturing toward a shimmering, oval portal glowing softly in the corner of the room.
Hesitant but curious, Gordon stepped through. He found himself in an entirely different space—a stunning extension of the office that seemed to exist in another dimension. The walls shimmered with iridescent light, and the view through the massive windows revealed an ethereal, otherworldly landscape filled with vibrant skies and floating islands.
Darby followed, his red eyes burning brighter in the dimness of the new space. He lit a cigar with a practiced flick of his clawed fingers and took a slow drag before speaking. "Congratulations, Dr. Gudgeon," he said, his voice carrying both authority and warmth. "You’ve been accepted as an Executive Researcher."
Gordon’s chest swelled with pride. He barely had time to respond before Dr. Darby handed him a crisp, black leather-bound handbook embossed with silver letters: Executive Researcher Guidelines.
The Director’s tone grew serious. "With this promotion comes great responsibility. You are now privy to the presence of four Overseers at Site-65 and, of course, the four Level-4 SCPs contained here: SCP-079, SCP-500, SCP-682, and SCP-008."
Darby spoke at length about each anomaly. The malevolent AI that was SCP-079, the miraculous healing pills of SCP-500, the indestructible terror of SCP-682, and the virulent danger posed by SCP-008. Gordon listened intently, his mind buzzing with a mix of excitement and trepidation. These were no ordinary anomalies—these were the Foundation’s most closely guarded secrets, and now they were part of his daily reality.
As the conversation concluded, Gordon realized just how monumental this opportunity was. He had a torrent of questions, and Darby answered each with patience, his red eyes studying the young researcher’s enthusiasm.
"You’ll find that there’s always more to learn," Darby said, a slight smirk revealing sharp, gleaming teeth beneath the haze of cigar smoke. "That’s the nature of research, after all."
Dr. Gudgeon stepped back through the portal, clutching the handbook like a precious artifact. He was no longer just another researcher; he was now entrusted with the Foundation’s most critical work. From that day forward, Gordon cherished his role, diving headfirst into his new responsibilities with a renewed sense of purpose and awe for the mysteries of the SCP Foundation.
Dr. Gordon Gudgeon, along with Dr. Heimer, found themselves at the heart of the task. Their initial approach was straightforward enough—collect samples from other SCPs and let SCP-049 analyze them. But things didn’t go as planned. SCP-049 took one look at the samples and dismissed them outright. He claimed they were “riddled with Pestilence,” saying the contamination was inevitable after the samples had interacted with "lesser variables" (as he put it).
After days of frustrating results and some serious head-scratching, Gudgeon and Heimer finally had an epiphany: SCP-049 couldn’t work with secondhand samples. He needed to directly interact with the SCPs themselves. It wasn’t an easy call—cross-testing is always a logistical and ethical nightmare—but it was the only way forward.
What followed was a month of meticulous, high-stakes experiments. SCP-049 was introduced to every SCP on-site under carefully controlled conditions. Some tests were unremarkable, some puzzling, and one downright unforgettable.
That standout test? SCP-049’s interaction with SCP-008. The results were... bizarre. The experiment produced an SCP-049-2 instance unlike any they’d seen. It was larger—easily twice the normal size—its skin turned an angry shade of red, and it retained an eerie semblance of sentience. Worse, it was furious, thrashing and roaring as though it had a vendetta against existence itself.
Gordon stood watching the aftermath, his clipboard trembling slightly in his hands. “What did we just create?” he muttered under his breath. No one had an answer, least of all SCP-049, who seemed uncharacteristically intrigued by the outcome.
In the days that followed, the department was abuzz with theories. Was this progress, or had they stumbled onto something far more dangerous? Dr. Gudgeon wasn’t sure, but one thing was clear: this project had opened doors that couldn’t easily be closed.
Discord name: kukoorooza
For how long have you played on CG SCP: On and off, since September 2023. Total of about 1100 hours.
Age: 24
In what country are you located?: USA
Time zone: EST
Character name(s):
Gordon Gudgeon
Garold Gudgeon
Gilbert Gudgeon
Civilian name:
Garold Gudgeon
What server are you applying for? (SCP-RP UK or SCP-RP USA): USA
Do you have a mic?: Yes
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List all whitelisted, MTF, or CI roles that you hold or have held:
Executive Researcher (x3)
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Have you received any kicks/bans/warning? and why?:
I received an RDM warning for stabbing another D-class as a D-class back when I first started the server.
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Why are you applying for Director of Research?
I am applying for Director of Research because I love this department and want to see it thrive would be the one-sentence answer. However, the following are the main reasons.
- The state of research has been improving over the past few months due to the efforts of Directors Barry and Keagan, however, there is still a lot to be done before the department can be back to its glory days. I would like to do my best to facilitate those changes and/or developments.
- I believe I am now more qualified than ever to be Director as I have been Senior Executive for the past couple of months and experienced a simplified version of being director, in the absence of the directors. I do not say this lightly, I truly believe I have the experience necessary to be director of research.
- I love helping and educating people in research and in general. I have done my best to educate the department via the BOE and my Executive Researcher position and will continue my efforts in the future, however, I believe I could make a larger impact as a Director of Research.
What makes you suitable for Director of Research?:
- Over the past year, I have seen 7 directors work and have taken a lot of notes. I have worked with these directors numerous times and know very well a lot of the duties and responsibilities they have had to perform. As well as, many tricks and techniques that one should and should not employ as the Director of research. I also have a lot of experience as an executive researcher and understand the needs, wants, and struggles of being one, and as such will be able to be a good leader for them.
- I am very active within the research department. Most of my time on site is spent on the executive researcher job.
- I am excellent at communication. This is important to communicate with people within and without the departments.
- As a gamemaster, I have the ability to create additional DoR RP and facilitate better-quality RP within the department in general.
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What are the responsibilities of the Director of Research in RP?:
The responsibilities of the Director of Research can be split into two categories: research and administration. The following are a few of the highlights for each category:
Research
- The Director of Research is responsible for ensuring that the department strictly adheres to the Foundation's protocols, research guidelines, and ethical code, especially when managing high-risk or high-profile projects.
- They approve and supervise major experiments, sample collections, and cross-tests, ensuring all activities comply with established research guidelines and sampling policies.
- The director fosters an inclusive environment that encourages active participation from all research department members. This environment should be less intimidating yet carefully regulated, striking a balance where researchers feel empowered to conduct research while understanding the importance of adhering to all rules.
- The Director of Research also conducts their own research to set an example for the department. While they may delegate tasks to others, demonstrating curiosity and initiative is essential to inspire the team and maintain a culture of exemplary research practices.
Administrative
- The Director of Research processes applications for the position of Executive researcher. This includes gathering feedback from other executive researchers, responding to applications, interviewing candidates, and briefing ones that are accepted.
- They are responsible for writing and keeping the departmental and research-related interdepartmental documentation accurate and up to date. This includes handbooks, deals with other departments, and various policy leaflets.
- Conducting regular research leadership meetings to ensure the department stays coherent, up-to-date, and active.
- Keeping up constant communication channels with Site Administration and Site Command to ensure they are up to date on everything that is going on within the department. This also includes taking feedback and implementing it as possible.
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Please give some lore about your Director of Research character and what storylines they would be involved in:
Dr. Gudgeon’s backstory is available here.
The following are 3 of my favorite RP Experiences:
- SCP-096/SCP-409 Termination attempt.
As the crystalline infection began to manifest on the D-class, he was placed near SCP-096, initiating a tense wait to see if SCP-409 could compromise SCP-096's notorious regenerative abilities. Initially, SCP-409 seemed to affect SCP-096, which surprisingly showed no aggression, even in its increasingly crystalline state—a momentary lapse that hinted at vulnerability.
However, SCP-096's remarkable recovery abilities soon prevailed, shaking off the crystalline growths with unforeseen rapidity. In a sudden burst of violence, SCP-096 terminated the D-class, his brief immunity to SCP-096's rage state overridden by its innate survival mechanisms.
This experiment, concise yet fraught with peril, revealed both the potential and the limits of using SCP-409 against SCP-096.
- Director Darby’s Welcome
Then, it happened. A notification pinged, and there it was: an email from none other than Dr. Darby, the esteemed Director of Research. The message was brief but carried a weight of importance: "Dr. Gudgeon, please come to my office at your earliest convenience."
Gordon’s heart raced as he made his way to the Director’s office. It was a space whispered about in the halls, shrouded in both admiration and mystery. Upon entering, Gordon immediately felt the air grow heavier. The office was as grand as he imagined, with stacks of reports, artifacts from Foundation history, and a faint aroma of cigar smoke lingering in the air. But what truly caught his attention was Dr. Darby himself.
The Director of Research stood tall, his imposing figure nearly brushing the ceiling. Dr. Darby was a canine humanoid, his sleek black fur shimmering faintly under the dim lighting. His piercing red eyes glowed like embers, carrying an intensity that made Gordon instinctively straighten his posture. Darby’s sharp, angular features combined with his commanding presence left no doubt about his authority within the Foundation.
"Step inside, Dr. Gudgeon," Darby said in a deep, gravelly voice, gesturing toward a shimmering, oval portal glowing softly in the corner of the room.
Hesitant but curious, Gordon stepped through. He found himself in an entirely different space—a stunning extension of the office that seemed to exist in another dimension. The walls shimmered with iridescent light, and the view through the massive windows revealed an ethereal, otherworldly landscape filled with vibrant skies and floating islands.
Darby followed, his red eyes burning brighter in the dimness of the new space. He lit a cigar with a practiced flick of his clawed fingers and took a slow drag before speaking. "Congratulations, Dr. Gudgeon," he said, his voice carrying both authority and warmth. "You’ve been accepted as an Executive Researcher."
Gordon’s chest swelled with pride. He barely had time to respond before Dr. Darby handed him a crisp, black leather-bound handbook embossed with silver letters: Executive Researcher Guidelines.
The Director’s tone grew serious. "With this promotion comes great responsibility. You are now privy to the presence of four Overseers at Site-65 and, of course, the four Level-4 SCPs contained here: SCP-079, SCP-500, SCP-682, and SCP-008."
Darby spoke at length about each anomaly. The malevolent AI that was SCP-079, the miraculous healing pills of SCP-500, the indestructible terror of SCP-682, and the virulent danger posed by SCP-008. Gordon listened intently, his mind buzzing with a mix of excitement and trepidation. These were no ordinary anomalies—these were the Foundation’s most closely guarded secrets, and now they were part of his daily reality.
As the conversation concluded, Gordon realized just how monumental this opportunity was. He had a torrent of questions, and Darby answered each with patience, his red eyes studying the young researcher’s enthusiasm.
"You’ll find that there’s always more to learn," Darby said, a slight smirk revealing sharp, gleaming teeth beneath the haze of cigar smoke. "That’s the nature of research, after all."
Dr. Gudgeon stepped back through the portal, clutching the handbook like a precious artifact. He was no longer just another researcher; he was now entrusted with the Foundation’s most critical work. From that day forward, Gordon cherished his role, diving headfirst into his new responsibilities with a renewed sense of purpose and awe for the mysteries of the SCP Foundation.
- Project Pestillence
Dr. Gordon Gudgeon, along with Dr. Heimer, found themselves at the heart of the task. Their initial approach was straightforward enough—collect samples from other SCPs and let SCP-049 analyze them. But things didn’t go as planned. SCP-049 took one look at the samples and dismissed them outright. He claimed they were “riddled with Pestilence,” saying the contamination was inevitable after the samples had interacted with "lesser variables" (as he put it).
After days of frustrating results and some serious head-scratching, Gudgeon and Heimer finally had an epiphany: SCP-049 couldn’t work with secondhand samples. He needed to directly interact with the SCPs themselves. It wasn’t an easy call—cross-testing is always a logistical and ethical nightmare—but it was the only way forward.
What followed was a month of meticulous, high-stakes experiments. SCP-049 was introduced to every SCP on-site under carefully controlled conditions. Some tests were unremarkable, some puzzling, and one downright unforgettable.
That standout test? SCP-049’s interaction with SCP-008. The results were... bizarre. The experiment produced an SCP-049-2 instance unlike any they’d seen. It was larger—easily twice the normal size—its skin turned an angry shade of red, and it retained an eerie semblance of sentience. Worse, it was furious, thrashing and roaring as though it had a vendetta against existence itself.
Gordon stood watching the aftermath, his clipboard trembling slightly in his hands. “What did we just create?” he muttered under his breath. No one had an answer, least of all SCP-049, who seemed uncharacteristically intrigued by the outcome.
In the days that followed, the department was abuzz with theories. Was this progress, or had they stumbled onto something far more dangerous? Dr. Gudgeon wasn’t sure, but one thing was clear: this project had opened doors that couldn’t easily be closed.
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