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Though it appears earlier in the series, the fallout of Helly's attempt to communicate with her "Outie" via a (and the subsequent "compunction statement" she is forced to read on camera) remains a heavy theme in this episode. The episode highlights the strict control Lumon has over written materials and "code-detectors" that prevent employees from carrying any paper with writing out of the severed floor. 3. The Paper Cutter

In a tense moment mentioned in recaps , Helly uses a to threaten self-mutilation as a way to blackmail Harmony Cobel. This "paper" tool becomes a weapon of defiance against the corporate structure. Severance - Episode Recap - Ray Taylor Show - Podcast [S1E7] Defiant Jazz

While not technically paper, the most critical physical item in this episode is the . After Reghabi kills Graner, she gives Mark his keycard to take back to his "Innie." Mark has to hide this card—an item that shouldn't exist in the "Innie" world—to smuggle it past security. 2. Helly’s Suicide Note Though it appears earlier in the series, the