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Item #: SCP-5088

Object Class: Safe

Special Containment Procedures: SCP-5088 is allowed free roam of the facility under a few conditions, most restricting his interactions with other humans. However, during testing, SCP-5088 will be transferred to Site 28.

Description: SCP-5088 is a European Male with white facial and body hair. His outward appearance shows signs of heavy aging, although he refuses to share and information about his origins.

SCP-5088's anomalous properties only become apparent when a human sees them for the first time. When they meet SCP-5088 for the first time, they will fall under this immediate impression about SCP-5088 being "Santa Claus". SCP-5088 disputes these claims, stating that he's just an old guy who barely knows better. Subjects under the influence of SCP-5088 will begin worshipping him, offering the entity their belongings wrapped in a way similar to Christmas presents. This influence will lift off after 24 hours, although some subjects seem to have experienced it way more severely.

Addendum: After some research, it was concluded that SCP-5088 attracts children way more than adults. Children also appear to form stronger bonds with SCP-5088 and the effect takes longer to wear off.