SCP-173 is an inanimate statue made of concrete and rebar with traces of Krylon brand spray paint. SCP-173 is extremely hostile and animate. It cannot move while viewed directly and must not be broken. Personnel at a minimum of three are assigned to enter the container and are to alert one another before blinking. It is capable of moving at high speeds. It is reported to kill its victims by either snapping at the base of the skull or strangulation.