Item #: SCP-XXXX
Object Class: Euclid
Special Containment Procedures: SCP-XXXX is to be contained in a 10 m x 10 m x 10 m cell with speakers embedded in all four walls. The speakers are to be turned to full volume at all times, even when not in use. When SCP-XXXX enters an irritated state, a 50kHz audio frequency must be played for ten seconds straight, outside of the human hearing range but, evidently, powerful enough to disable SCP-XXXX. If it is found to be necessary, the frequency may be raised to 75kHz by a site director, but only under direct orders from O5-█. Video and audio surveillance into SCP-XXXX’s cell is required at all times.
Description: SCP-XXXX is an eyeless, noseless humanoid creature measuring 2.13 meters in height. SCP-XXXX's arms are extremely similar to those of a human, with the exception of its fingers, which bare 0.32 meter long claws. SCP-XXXX frequently walks on its hind legs, though it chases prey on all fours. Its hind legs are similar to a humans, though they are skinnier and appear to show signs of genu recurvatum. This formation is advantageous when SCP-XXXX gives chase. SCP-XXXX has an elongated, flexible neck, permitting it to switch between bipedal and quadrupedal navigation at will.
SCP-XXXX was captured in the [DATA EXPUNGED] cave system by Mobile Task Force Zeta-9, following the discovery of two dead explorers in 19█. All attempts to communicate with SCP-XXXX have failed, leading Dr. Waltz to reject the possibility that SCP-XXXX is an infected human (see interview attempt A). Communication with SCP-XXXX has been achieved (see interview attempt B). Consensus states that SCP-XXXX is not human, though doubt has arisen amongst several key personnel.
Skin on the head is a translucent grey color, wrapped around what appears to be the face of a caucasian male. The torso is covered in what appears to be brown body armor. Whether this armor is extraneous or natural is unknown. SCP-XXXX is believed to be a member of a species, tentatively referred to as Eclochs, though as of [DATA REDACTED], no signs of similar creatures have been reported.
SCP-XXXX is an extremely capable swimmer. It can holds its breath for several hours at a time and swim at speeds exceeding 60 km/h. SCP-XXXX navigates and hunts using echolocation, primarily between 2200 hours and 0600 hours, though if and how it keeps track of time remains unknown. Its hearing serves as its primary sense, though it has infrequently utilized touch for navigation.
SCP-XXXX uses its aforementioned claws as its primary means of attacking and killing prey, which includes (but is not limited to) olms, scorpions, spiders, fish, beetles, and salamanders. Feeding trays should consist of these creatures as they are available, and feeding will be limited to one tray of food every six hours.
When irritated or provoked by any sound, SCP-XXXX dashes towards the perpetrator, hereafter referred to as SCP-XXXX-1, at a speed of 110 km/h, letting out a high-pitched squeal that can be sustained for up to 180 seconds. This squeal instantly incapacitates SCP-XXXX-1 and any other living beings within a 60 m radius, and also aids SCP-XXXX in locating SCP-XXXX-1. Specially designed sound cancelling headphones are required for all personnel within 150 m of SCP-XXXX’s cell at all times. Checkpoints on both sides of this radius must be constantly monitored and stocked with headphones. Checkpoints are required to have five security officers working in six hour shifts, to ensure their utmost efficiency. Class E personnel are not permitted to be within 300 m of SCP-XXXX's cell unless there is a breach.
Interviewed: SCP-XXXX
Interviewer: Dr. Sam Waltz
Foreword: Failed interview occurred on 01/06/20█. Interview conducted in response to a query about the apparent human head under SCP-XXXX’s skin. Though casually attempted several times prior, this was the first focused attempt at speaking to SCP-XXXX, with the intent of discovering higher brain function and possible humanity.
<Begin log>
Dr. Waltz: Date is the sixth of January, 20█. Time is 10:37 p.m. UTC. This is Dr. Sam Waltz speaking. I’m here with Dr. Ross Alexander. We are attempting verbal communication with SCP-XXXX. Thus far, unfocused attempts at communication have been futile. The creature either completely ignores us or gets extremely upset, to the point of requiring incapacitation. Speaker system has been utilized on twelve separate occasions in the last thirty days. SCP-XXXX appears surprisingly calm today, especially compared to the last few weeks, but we’ll see how long that lasts. (away from microphone) Is the mic in there ready to go?
Personnel D-527: Yeah, it’s good! Whenever you’re ready.
Dr. Waltz: Thank you. (clears throat, leans towards mic) Hello there, I’m Sam. Can you hear me?
(Dr. Waltz pauses for one minute and twenty-five seconds)
Dr. Waltz: Should we just try again?
Dr. Alexander: Can’t hurt, can it?
Dr. Waltz: I guess not. (into microphone) Excuse me, hello? Can you understand what I’m saying to you? Nod if you understand.
(SCP-XXXX glances at Dr. Ross, but otherwise shows no signs of response)
Dr. Waltz: This is a waste of time, Felix. This thing is not human, it couldn’t be. It would have done something by now.
Dr. Alexander: I’m not so sure. Patience is a virtue here, Doc. I’m also pretty sure it looked at me.
Dr. Waltz: It’s not doing anything! It hasn’t done anything noteworthy since we caught it. It just yells–
(SCP-XXXX begins squealing, startling Dr. Waltz and Dr. Ross. SCP-XXXX begins pounding and scratching at the window to the interview room)
Dr. Waltz: We need the speakers on, now!
(SCP-XXXX is heard screaming, then going silent. The speakers are shut off.)
Dr. Alexander: You were saying?
Dr. Waltz: Fuck you, Ross! This asshole is rabid and you know it!
<End log>
Closing statement: Dr. Waltz has become increasingly hostile since this incident, especially when the incident is mentioned. He has officially denied the possibility of SCP-XXXX ever being human. He has been put on temporary probation as a precaution.
Interviewed: SCP-XXXX
Interviewer: Dr. Ross Alexander
Foreword: After the failed first attempt, Dr. Alexander scheduled a second interview attempt, planned for 05/29/20█. This date was pushed to 07/09/20█, due to unforeseen medical issues with Dr. Waltz. Despite the delay to permit his participation, Waltz declined to take part in the interview, saying that he would, quote, “prefer to eat [Dr. Alexander’s] kids”. Waltz became extremely irritable when pursued; he was not further pressured to participate, and left the premises.
<Begin log>
Dr. Alexander: Date is the ninth of July, 20█. Time is 5:12 p.m. UTC. This is Dr. Ross Alexander speaking. (brief pause, said away from mic) I trust we’re good to go?
Personnel D-527: All you, Doc!
Dr. Alexander: Wonderful. (into mic) Hello, my name’s Ross. What’s yours? (brief silence) Note that creature seemed to respond to casual questions. (into mic) Can you tell me your name?
(SCP-XXXX lets out a soft sound)
Dr. Alexander: What was that?
(SCP-XXXX abruptly retreats to the far corner of the room, staring towards the wall)
Dr. Alexander: (to Personnel D-527) Has he ever done that before?
Personnel D-527: Not since I’ve been here.
(SCP-XXXX’s squeal is faintly audible. Those present seem to ignore it.)
Dr. Alexander: We didn’t mean to upset you. We’re just trying to figure out what you are.
SCP-XXXX: WHO!
(SCP-XXXX rushes towards the window, shattering it and squealing. Personnel D-527 is incapacitated, and SCP-XXXX [DATA EXPUNGED] him. Dr. Alexander turns on the speakers, and three bodies are heard hitting the floor. Nine seconds pass with the speakers still giving feedback. The audio is then silent until security personnel enter the scene.)
<End log>
Closing statement: Dr. Alexander was temporarily deafened by the incident, and has been relocated to the SCP-███ research team pending his recovery. He has expressed enthusiasm in returning to SCP-XXXX when he is permitted.