The titular subject of SCP-096 (also known by its nickname "The Shy Guy") is a tall, thin, pale humanoid monster that remains docile and passive until someone has seen its face (either in person or indirectly, via photo or video). SCP-096 then becomes enraged and will instinctively hunt down whoever had the misfortune of seeing its face, relentlessly pursuing the target before mauling them to death. 096 is virtually invincible and unstoppable, SCP-096 can run in excess of 35 kilometers per hour.