A Friendly Shadow

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Object Class: Euclid

Special Containment Procedures: SCP-XXXX is to be kept in a 3.048 m x 3.048 m x 3,048 m (10 ft x 10 ft x 10 ft) room without windows with a 1 (one) standard 100 watt bulb in the center of the room. The light bulb is not to exceed 150 watts due to the risk of a containment breach. SCP-XXX's containment room is to be monitored by a thermostat to detect changes in temperature. SCP-XXXX is to be permitted one hour wandering Site-XX and Level 0 areas while accompanied by 2 guards armed with Dazzlers capable of stunning SCP-XXXX in case of aggression.

Description: SCP-XXXX is a sentient shadow being that appears to exist when shadows are cast, frequently taking on the figure of a vague humanoid with extended arms and fingers, with a face without features minus 1 (one) white pair of 'glitchy' or 'scribbly' eyes, as described by D class personnel that have come into contact with it. Staring into SCP-XXXX's eyes is discouraged, as prolonged periods have resulted in short-term migraines and long-term headaches. SCP-XXXX does not require any sustenance beyond partial shade and an oxygenated room.

SCP-XXXX came into contact with The Foundation after investigations revealed the urban legend about the woods in