SCP-5031 is a quasi-humanoid entity held in an airtight cell by the SCP Foundation. It has a unique defense mechanism where it ceases to exist when observed, but leaves behind observable traces. Researcher Stanley Huxtable conducted a series of tests to understand and calm the creature, discovering that it has a fondness for certain music, enjoys playing with objects, and has a talent for cooking. Through the tests, SCP-5031 learned to communicate using letter blocks, sing, and even play the piano. Eventually, it created a three-course meal for Thanksgiving, which was highly praised by the Foundation staff. The tests showed that SCP-5031 is a gentle creature that requires careful guidance, and its creativity and talents can thrive under the right conditions.
1. SCP-5031 is a quasi-humanoid entity that appears to have some human features.
2. It is held in an airtight cell by the SCP Foundation.
3. SCP-5031 has no need for regular nutrition or interactions with staff.
4. Despite not needing food, SCP-5031 still hunts and consumes anything it encounters, including humans.
5. SCP-5031 has an almost-perfect defense mechanism, where it will cease to exist when observed.
6. Traces left by SCP-5031, such as trails of blood and scratch marks, can still be observed when the creature is not present.
7. SCP-5031's existence can be detected by the shadow it casts.
8. Based on its silhouette, SCP-5031 is approximately 1.9 meters long and has a small, neckless head, with three sets of spindly lower arms.
9. SCP-5031 levitates about half a meter above ground level.
10. SCP-5031 uses its bladelike tail to cut up food.
11. Senior Researcher Huxtable conducted a series of tests to understand SCP-5031's behavior and reduce its stress.
12. SCP-5031 responded well to certain types of music, such as Mozart and Enya, which reduced its stress levels.
13. SCP-5031 was able to learn and adapt to new situations and stimuli, including learning to play games and understand linguistic symbols.
14. SCP-5031 showed a preference for higher-quality food, such as cooked rotisserie chickens.
15. SCP-5031 was able to learn to draw and create artwork using crayons.
16. SCP-5031 learned to play the piano and even composed its own original music.
17. SCP-5031 developed a passion for cooking and became a skilled chef, creating complex dishes and recipes.
18. SCP-5031 spoke its first word, "salt", during one of the tests.
19. SCP-5031 created a three-course meal for Foundation staff on Thanksgiving, which received overwhelmingly positive reviews.
20. SCP-5031's stress levels reduced entirely during the Thanksgiving banquet it created.