Entity 440 - "The Historian"

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WARNING. ENTITY 440 REPRESENTS A POTENTIAL COGNITOHAZARD. PROCEED WITH DISCRETION.

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Entity Number: 440

Habitat: Level 718

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Note: Due to Entity 440 referring to themselves as "we" in interviews it is assumed that they are a conglomerated consciousness and are thus referred to as "they" or "them" throughout the article.

Description:

Entity 440 appears as a large humanoid about 9 feet (2.74m) tall that glows with an intensity of 1,000 lumens, rendering them impossible to photograph and extremely difficult to view with the naked eye.

Looking directly at Entity 440 does not prove to be harmful to the human eye physically, though many have reported an urge to look away. The voice of this creature has proven to sound different to all who hear them. It tends to align with whatever one might think the voice of God sounds like. To many, Entity 440 sounds like famous renditions of God in media.

The biological sex of Entity 440 is also unknown though many attribute them masculine characteristics. The build of Entity 440 also seems to be more masculine. They have a broad upper-body and thick arms.

Anyone who interacts with this creature becomes calm and clear-minded. Mentally-ill individuals are also briefly relieved of their illness for the duration of their interaction.

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Behaviors:

Entity 440 has been known to answer any and all questions that it is asked. Questions asked to this entity are separated into two different categories: "metaphysical" and "non-metaphysical" questions.

Metaphysical questions —questions pertaining to the truths of the universe, of religion, and of philosophy— will not be answered by this entity unless the one who seeks the answer joins the ranks of the Silent Monks. The answer is then telepathically communicated to that individual, guaranteeing that the answers stay in Level 718.

Non-metaphysical questions are all questions not categorized above. These non-metaphysical questions may also include questions about the Backrooms, but not questions about the origin of the Backrooms.

Anyone not of the Silent Monks may ask Entity 440 to send them to a level of their choice, provided that level would align with what the M.E.G. classifies as Class: 0 or Class: Safe.

Note: Levels Entity 440 sends individuals to may include yet undiscovered levels of the Backrooms.

In previous interviews, Entity 440 has told interviewers that they (Entity 440) are able to create matter. Entity 440 will not clarify, however, the extent to which they can create matter. It is assumed that the objects used for the Silent Monks’ leisure activities were created by Entity 440. It should be noted, however, that furniture will commonly appear and disappear on Level 718, but never while an outsider is present on the Level itself. This is likely the doing of Entity 440, this is unconfirmed. This furniture may be removed from the level and used elsewhere normally. Researchers and operatives have been advised to proceed with the assumption that Entity 440 can create anything. This is for safety purposes.

It is believed that Level 718 would not function properly without Entity 440 and that Entity 440 will never leave Level 718.

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Biology:

All histological information about Entity 440 is unknown. It is not known if its physical body is made of tissue or if it is just pure light energy. Research into this subject is not advised. Questions pertaining to this topic have yielded no significant clarification from Entity 440.

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Discovery:

According to Entity 440 humans first came in contact with them and Level 718 in 539 B.C. Entity 440 was rediscovered by a group of surveyors on March 22, 1984 by a relatively unorganized group of wanderers scouting different levels in the Backrooms. The first person of this squad to speak with Entity 440 was Jeremiah Madeira. He remains on Level 718 as a Silent Monk.

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Do's and Don'ts:

Do

• Avoid contact with Entity 440 in accordance with Addendum 01
• Only enter Level 718 with two M.E.G. personnel unless the situation would make it unsafe to wait for personnel to arrive

Don't

• Talk to Entity 440
• Injure one of the Silent Monks

Documentation Involving Entity 440

- A. Reed: Audio log of Interview 440-01 Recorded (08/22/2013)

Dr. Angela Reed: "This is a control interview with Entity 440."

Dr. Angela Reed: "What is the first color in the rainbow?"

Entity 440: "The first wavelength in the rainbow perceivable by the human eye is red. "

Dr. Angela Reed: "Where the the United States Capitol?"

Entity 440: "Washington, District of Columbia"

Dr. Angela Reed: "Who is my mother?"

*pause*

Entity 440: "Biological or adoptive?"

Dr. Angela Reed: "Adoptive."

Entity 440: "Agatha Reed. Maiden name, Warren."

Dr. Angela Reed: "Who is my biological mother?"

Entity 440: "Teresa Pellic."*

Dr. Angela Reed: "What is the origin of the universe?"

*pause*

Entity 440: "To receive the answer to that question, you cannot leave this level."

Entity 440: "Do you still wish for an answer?"

Dr. Angela Reed: "No."

Dr. Angela Reed: "End recording"

*recording terminated*

Note: at the time of recording, Dr. Reed was unaware of the identity of her biological mother.

- A. Reed: Audio log of Interview 440-02 Recorded (08/30/2013)

Dr. Angela Reed: "This is the second recording with Entity 440."

Dr. Angela Reed: "What is your name?"

Entity 440: "We have no name."

Dr. Angela Reed: "How do you feel about being called 'The Historian?'"

Entity 440: "We feel nothing in that regard."

Dr. Angela Reed: "Why?"

Entity 440: "It accomplishes no goal. It is a means to no end. It is simply meaningless to have a -what you call- 'feeling' for what others like to call you. It is simply a way in which people refer to another. It is meaningless unless subjectively applied meaning."

Dr. Angela Reed: "Why do you think people call you 'God' or 'The Historian?'"

Entity 440: "We know why. The answer is quite simple. People seek to identify what they cannot understand. It puts them at ease. Staring into the darkest abyss of the ocean, people become afraid. This is rarely because of the thought of drowning or falling in. It is simply the fear of not knowing. Humans feel that if something is not yet known, then anything about it might or might not be true. This is why they choose to label us as they do, it gives them a sense of familiarity."

Dr. Angela Reed: "Oftentimes, you give short responses to questions. Either a 'yes' or 'no,' why was that different just now?"

Entity 440: "Because we can glean that you are a woman of substance, of science, and of understanding. We can see into your thoughts. We know your intentions and your goals. We understand you better than you do. You are just like us. You seek to understand. You seek knowledge. You have knowledge. This is why you are here. This is why you ask questions."

Dr. Angela Reed: "If I am like you, and I seek knowledge, and you also seek knowledge, does that mean that you do not know everything?"

*pause*

Entity 440: "You are correct."

Dr. Angela Reed: "Do you know what you don't know?"

Entity 440: "We are perfectly aware of the knowledge we do not posses."

Dr. Angela Reed: "Okay then. What don't you know?"

Entity 440: "There are five answers to that question. Four of which we cannot tell you and allow you to leave."

Dr. Angela Reed: "What is the fifth one?"

Entity 440: "We do not know what the creature is on Level [REDACTED]."*

Dr. Angela Reed: "What? There is a creature on Level [REDACTED]?"

Entity 440: "Oh yes. It is of a nature and existence we do not understand. It is very interesting. Though, we will never attempt to understand it fully."

*pause*

*Dr. Reed writes a note in her journal*

Entity 440: "Angela."

Dr. Angela Reed: "Yes?"

Entity 440: "We would not suggest you go looking for the creature on Level [REDACTED]."

Dr. Angela Reed: "Why?"

Entity 440: "It is such that once you are aware of its existence, if you venture onto that level, you will encounter it."

Dr. Angela Reed: "Why would you tell me this?"

Entity 440: "It would be objectively unfortunate for our discussions to be cut short."

Dr. Angela Reed: "Noted."

Dr. Angela Reed: "How much more time do I have on this level?"

Entity 440: "Eighteen hours, forty-three minutes, and twenty-nine seconds."

Dr. Angela Reed: "Thank you."

Dr. Angela Reed: "End Recording."

*recording terminated*

Note from Dr. Reed (09/17/2013): The discussed creature's level number has been removed for security and safety reasons. I hope you understand.

- A. Reed: Audio log of Interview 440-03 Recorded (09/15/2013)

Dr. Issac Dopps: "This is the third recording with Entity 440."

Dr. Issac Dopps: "This interview is conducted by Dr. Issac Dopps."

Dr. Issac Dopps: "So Entity 440, what is your favorite color?"

Entity 440: "We have no favorite color."

Dr. Issac Dopps: "What is your favorite food?"

Entity 440: "We do not eat. We do not have a favorite food."

Dr. Issac Dopps: "What is your fav-"

Entity 440: "Personal questions do not apply to us. We don't feel and experience existence the same as humans. We will continue to answer them, but know they will yield no meaningful results."

Dr. Issac Dopps: "Fair enough."

Dr. Issac Dopps: "Say, 440, do you know where Dr. Reed is?"

Entity 440: "Yes."

Dr. Issac Dopps: "So you know she went to Level [REDACTED]?"

*silence*

Dr. Issac Dopps: "So you didn't know?"

*silence*

Dr. Issac Dopps: "You know she's gone missi-"

Entity 440: "Lying is the most malicious thing an intelligent creature can do to another."

Dr. Issac Dopps: "How so?"

Entity 440: "It creates a warped and incorrect vision of reality in the other being's mind. Lying is the antithesis of not knowing, even more so than the action of ignorance itself. Lying creates a false understanding, which leads to false assumptions, which leads to actions taken based on false information. The action of knowing is simply to serve further action, at least from a human perspective. So we suppose lying to your fellow man is extremely malicious. We surmise that you hold no such obligation to us, considering we are not what you would consider 'human.'"

Dr. Issac Dopps: "What makes you think I am lying?"

Entity 440: "You've read the previous manuscripts of our conversation with Dr. Reed."

Dr. Issac Dopps: "Yes"

Entity 440: "So you know there are only five things we do not know. The insignificant machinations and thoughts of your mind are not one of those five mysteries to us. In fact, you are one of the simplest things to understand."

*silence*

Dr. Issac Dopps: "How so?"

Entity 440: "You have a very simple line of thinking. In your mind, you make an assumption about a situation before entering that situation -as any intelligent creature should-, but the difference between you and others is that you believe that your assumption is entirely correct. Even in the areas of scientific study and psychology, you published false records and journals simply because they supported your initial assumption of the topic. You are a liar. I know that many times, you thought the Backrooms your personal hell for your lies and 'sins.'"

Dr. Issac Dopps: (angrily) "Yeah? And what's my assumption of you?"

Entity 440: "You believe us to be manipulative, scheming, malicious, and alien. We assure you; there is nothing in our mind that is alien to the human experience. Quite the opposite. We are very much like you humans, but you humans are not very similar to us. The range of experience for humans is much larger than it is for us. You are all able to experience things we will never."

Entity 440: "You think us to be a liar. This is only because in your twisted perception you believe any contradicting opinion to what you believe to be a lie. We do not lie. We do not scheme. We have few desires. We are without sin only because we cannot desire and act upon desire as humans do."

Entity 440: "Though, Dr. Issac Phillips Dopps, son of Erica Elizabeth Dopps and Henry Michael Robert Dopps, we must reiterate. Your mind is insignificant in the grand scheme of the universe and the machinations therein. Do not mistake this as retribution or anger. We are simply explaining to you things you don't understand, as we have always done. Your lies, as important as they are to you, ultimately mean nothing. Even in the short span of human history, you will be as insignificant as the dirt you once walked upon. These are not opinions; these are facts. Now go. And relegate yourself to your insignificant fate."

*recording terminated*

- A. Reed: Audio log of Interview 440-04 Recorded (09/18/2013)

Dr. Angela Reed: "This is the fourth recording with Entity 440."

Dr. Angela Reed: "How did you know I hadn't ventured onto Level [REDACTED]?"

Entity 440: "A human would be insulted by your actions. You know of the wealth of our knowledge, though you still insist on testing us. We, however, find no insult in this. It is only natural; it is a part of the scientific method to test and prod. Though to answer your question, we know many things. Because you insist on not staying here, we cannot reveal to you how we know what we know. We simply do."

Dr. Angela Reed: "Why did you warn me of the creature on Level [REDACTED]?"

Entity 440: "As we said. We would find it unfortunate for our conversations to be cut short. To put it in perspective, we derive what humans might call pleasure from our conversations. Nothing more, nothing less."

*silence*

Dr. Angela Reed: "Were you once human?"

Entity 440: "We cannot answer that and allow you to leave."

Dr. Angela Reed: "Why?"

Entity 440: "The answer being yes or no matters not. Simply knowing the answer to that question could cause a human great discomfort and displeasure. If the answer is yes, this means that the level of knowledge we possess is attainable. Due to the inconsistent human idea of the 'morality' of mankind, we do not believe that knowledge to be constructive to the way humans operate. A particularly corrupt individual could use that knowledge and take advantage of all those around him. This would make life extremely uncomfortable for society as a whole."

Dr. Angela Reed:" And if the answer was 'no'?"

Entity 440: "Then that would mean that such a wealth of knowledge is impossible for humans to achieve. This could potentially dishearten individuals with great amounts of potential in the field of science. Thus making life extremely uncomfortable for the individual. As we've stated in our previous interviews, if something is unknown in the human mind, then anything about it might be true. The case is the same here. Think of this as though it were Schrodinger's Cat. Instead, these are Schrodinger's Truths."

Entity 440: "You see either way people will be negatively impacted by the answer to that question. Thus, we will not answer."

*silence*

Dr. Angela Reed: "Can I ask questions as to whether or not you know the answers to questions, but not for the answers to those questions?"

Entity 440: "Yes. For the most part, unless the answer to whether we know about a topic would reveal information concerning another sensitive topic, then we will not."

Dr. Angela Reed: "Do you know the origin of the universe?"

Entity 440: "Yes."

Dr. Angela Reed: "Would knowledge concerning the origin of the universe significantly impact the minds of mankind?"

Entity 440: "Yes."

Dr. Angela Reed: "Does not having knowledge of the origin of the universe significantly inhibit scientific growth, discovery, and innovation?"

Entity 440: "As of now, no."

Dr. Angela Reed: "Will that change in the future?"

Entity 440: "We will not answer that, Angela."

*silence*

Dr. Angela Reed: "Okay, then let's change topic to another tough question."

Dr. Angela Reed: "Do you have knowledge of the afterlife or lack thereof?"

Entity 440: "Yes."

*silence*

Dr. Angela Reed: "Do you know how I'll die?"

*silence*

Entity 440: "Yes."

Dr. Angela Reed: "Do you know when I'll die?"

Entity 440: "Yes."

Dr. Angela Reed: "Is there any way to prevent it?"

Entity 440: "No."

Dr. Angela Reed: "I see."

*two minutes of silence*

Dr. Angela Reed: "440?"

Entity 440: "Yes?"

Dr. Angela Reed: "How do I die?"

Entity 440: "Yet again, another question we cannot answer and allow you to leave."

Dr. Angela Reed: "Why?"

Entity 440: "We cannot answer that."

*silence*

Dr. Angela Reed: "End recording."

*recording terminated*

- Addendum 01: Update Concerning Interviews with Entity 440 (09/20/2013)

Due to the cognito-hazard that Entity 440 could potentially pose. Interviews with Entity 440 are to be sanctioned by the Head of Security, Head of Science, and The First. Otherwise, all contact with Entity 440 is strictly prohibited. Entry and passage through Level 718 is only to be done with two M.E.G. guards. Two guards are stationed just outside the entrance to Level 718, and two are stationed just outside the exit to Level 718.

This is a direct order of The First, Head of Security, and Head of Science.
This order is to take effect immediately.
Signed, The First -(09/20/2013)

- A Note From Dr. Angela Reed (02/17/2019)

I've sat here for years. Wondering. Itching to know.

Talking to 440 was a mistake. Being made aware of the sheer amount of things you don't know changes someone. I hate that thing. Why must we remain in the dark when they know so much?

I know why. I just can't accept it. I won't.

Entity 440 is smart. Infinitely so. They are aware of the things they don't know- that means there is an effort not to know those things. This scares me. There's knowledge out there that even an infinitely intelligent creature doesn't want to know.

I've thought about this a lot. I'm going to find that creature 440 mentioned.

I will seek the knowledge of Gods.

I'll know what they don't. I probably won't come back. Don't follow me. Don't be curious. Don't desire knowledge.

In this place. Just be content. Just survive. Live for tomorrow. Live for the people around you. That's all that truly matters. I can't think like that anymore. The things we learn in here don't matter if no one ever leaves.

It's an endless march toward nothing. We tread water in an ocean with no land. No driftwood to offer respite from the struggle to stay afloat. Here, we drift in a vacuum with no salvation.

They know what we don't. Beware ignorance. The bane of man.

Good night.

- Angela Reed

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Author(s)

This entry was made by Willis Millis