Dr. Robert Maxwell, a former researcher, is sent to have tea with SCP-082, also known as Fernand the Cannibal, a 8-foot tall, 700-pound monster with superhuman strength and a tendency to devour people. Despite his fear, Maxwell uses his knowledge of the creature's behavior to play along with its delusions and engages in a game of Sherlock Holmes with Fernand. Maxwell's quick thinking seems to keep him safe, but just as he thinks he's succeeded, Fernand's demeanor changes, and Maxwell prepares for death. However, instead of attacking him, Fernand breaks into song, and Maxwell is escorted out of the cell. Unfortunately, Fernand enjoys Maxwell's company and requests to have him for dinner, ensuring that Maxwell's encounter with the cannibal is far from over.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Dr. Robert Maxwell is a former researcher who was reassigned to be a D-Class personnel.
2. D-Class personnel are considered to be on death row.
3. Dr. Maxwell was sent to meet with SCP-082, a giant monster.
4. SCP-082 believes it is the King of France and its containment cell is a palace.
5. The Foundation has created an elaborate ruse to keep SCP-082 calm and cooperative.
6. SCP-082 is an eight-foot-tall, 700-pound monster with incredible strength and endurance.
7. SCP-082 has a history of devouring its visitors and has been known to behead them with a single bite.
8. Despite its violent tendencies, SCP-082 is highly intelligent and can be polite and forthcoming when it wants to be.
9. However, almost everything SCP-082 says is a complete lie.
10. SCP-082's past is shrouded in mystery, and its genetic makeup is still unknown.
11. SCP-082 is capable of playing different roles and personas, including that of Sherlock Holmes.
12. Dr. Maxwell was able to survive his encounter with SCP-082 by playing along with its delusions.
13. SCP-082 has a tendency to sing and break into song at unexpected moments.
14. Dr. Maxwell's encounter with SCP-082 was considered a success, and he was praised by his superiors.
15. Unfortunately, SCP-082 has taken a liking to Dr. Maxwell and has requested to have him for dinner in the near future.