Level 252 : "Totally Symmetrical" (Trimmed; Open for Rewrite)

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Level 252 is the 253th level of the Backrooms. Level 252 is a dilapidated observatory, which, in relation to the viewer, seems mirrored.

Level 252 is an old observatory which seems mirrored to the viewer. Only the telescope, which stands in the centre of the room, is not reflected. From it you can see an arrangement of stars in space which does not coincide with any in the Frontrooms. The space itself, as well as the planets, are also mirrored. Only a human who has gone through the "symmetrization" process can see the entire beauty of symmetry.

M.E.G. researchers have documented a pulsation of the planetary surfaces which led them to suggest that the planets "breathe". It is uncertain whether the planets are living beings or the causes of Level 252's abnormal conditions.

The level's "symmetry" seems to somehow affect human beings. The victims' appearance gets subjected to irreversible changes reflecting the level's abnormal symmetry, but it is unknown how the process of symmetrization gets carried out. During the physiological changes, the internal organs are also affected, which results in loss of voice, hearing, taste, paralyzation, baldness and sometimes death.

All travellers who have entered this Level have undergone conditioning which forces them to believe that all structures should be built with symmetry in mind. A large amount of notes has also been collected from the level. It is unknown whether they were left by human travellers or some other entity.

"Symmetry is the foundation of beauty."

"The definition of perfection is symmetry."

"Reach the climax of beauty."

"The world was built on symmetry."

"Symmetry is God."

"God has bestowed his blessing upon us."

"Let us embrace it."

I’m recording this to inform you that something has been talking to me. I don’t know where the voice is coming from and what it’s talking about. Can’t find the exit, but I’m still trying to find it.

Several days have passed. My body hurts immensely. I don’t understand what’s happening, but the voice is getting clearer. Sometimes I catch myself thinking that everything outside this level is wrong. I try to get rid of them but they keep coming back.

I know what’s wrong! My body stopped hurting because I changed. This level is humanity’s salvation. We were made the way we were by Him, but we chose to reject symmetry as we were overwhelmed by selfishness.

I spent several weeks on this beautiful level. Fascinating, but I’m changing. I don’t need to drink or eat anymore. This is a blessing! He helps me with researching the level, he tries to show me His beauty, but I can’t see it. He doesn’t like it. He told me that the level is Totally Symmetrical. The level likes it that way. Totally Symmetrical… wonderful… I’ll try to find out more from Him. I need to know how to get out of here.

He told me that He isn’t alone here. I’m happy to know that. But it saddens me that the others don’t want to talk to me. But He comforts me. He says that I’m chosen, that when I ascend, I will be able to speak and be friends with everyone!

Finally my body has finished the alteration. But one last step remains, the last one. My soul has to also change. I need to reject all of my selfish egoism and embrace humanity the way He intended.

I don’t need to record anything anymore. I am no longer confused but I’m still doing it for other people. His voice must be heard. You just need to change and complete the last ritual. So hear his voice and ascend!

The further passage from the recording has been deleted due to its brainwashing properties.

Entrances

It is possible to enter this level from any other by entering a mirrored door with two leaves. You can understand that the door is mirrored by looking at defects or dents on it. If they completely mirror each other, this door is the entrance to Level 252.

Exits

It is unknown how to leave this level, because due to level’s abnormal influence on human beings, travellers who left this level are incapable of explaining how.

written by Pytho
photo was made and edited by Pytho