SCP-096 must remain confined within its cell, which is an airtight steel cube measuring 5 meters in each dimension. Routine inspections to identify any cracks or breaches are to be conducted weekly. No video surveillance equipment or optical devices of any nature are permitted within SCP-096's cell. Security personnel should rely on pre-installed pressure sensors and laser detectors to confirm SCP-096's presence inside the containment chamber.

Photographs, videos, or any form of recordings depicting SCP-096's appearance are strictly prohibited unless authorized by Dr. ███ and O5-█.

SCP-096 is a humanoid entity, measuring approximately 2.38 meters in height. The subject exhibits minimal muscle mass, and preliminary assessments of body mass suggest mild malnutrition. Notably, the arms are disproportionately long, with each arm measuring approximately 1.5 meters in length. The skin lacks pigmentation, and there is an absence of body hair.

SCP-096's jaw can open to four (4) times the normal range for an average human. The remaining facial features resemble those of an average human, except for the eyes, which are also devoid of pigmentation. It is currently unknown whether SCP-096 is visually impaired. There is no evidence of higher cognitive functions, and SCP-096 is not regarded as a sapient entity.

SCP-096 generally exhibits extreme docility, as indicated by pressure sensors within its containment chamber, which record it spending most of the day pacing along the eastern wall. However, if an individual views SCP-096's face directly, via video recording, or through a photograph, the entity enters a state of significant emotional distress. SCP-096 will cover its face with its hands and begin to scream, cry, and babble incoherently. Approximately one (1) to two (2) minutes after initial viewing, SCP-096 will commence running towards the individual who observed its face (hereafter referred to as SCP-096-1).

Reported speeds have ranged from thirty-five (35) km/h to ███ km/h, with velocity seemingly contingent on the distance from SCP-096-1. At this juncture, no known material or method can impede SCP-096's progress. The precise location of SCP-096-1 does not appear to influence SCP-096's response; it possesses an inherent sense of SCP-096-1's whereabouts. It is important to note that this reaction does not occur when viewing artistic representations (refer to Document 096-1).

Upon reaching SCP-096-1's location, SCP-096 proceeds to terminate and [DATA EXPUNGED] SCP-096-1. In all documented instances, no trace of SCP-096-1 remains. SCP-096 subsequently rests for several minutes before regaining composure and returning to a docile state. It then endeavors to return to its natural habitat, [DATA REDACTED].

Given the potential for a chain reaction that includes a breach of Foundation confidentiality and substantial civilian casualties, the retrieval of SCP-096 should be designated as an Alpha priority.

Dr. ███ has requested the immediate termination of SCP-096 (see Interview 096-1). This request is currently awaiting approval. The termination order has been sanctioned and will be executed by Dr. ███ on [DATA REDACTED]. Refer to Incident-096-1-A.