The Alien lore section offers explanations, theories and listings for the Xenomorph species and the Alien universe in general, including the Expanded Universe of comics, books and games from several decades. Specific lore categories include the Alien Universe ships, Alien Universe weapons, Alien Universe androids, planets, and individual Xenomorph profiles. Recently, AvP Central merged with Alien Experience, to provide the ultimate Alien vs. Predator experience.
Stompy is the fan nickname for the lone Xenomorph Drone from Alien: Isolation. Born from Catherine Foster aboard the Anesidora after a second expedition to LV-426, it wiped out Sevastopol Station and stalked Amanda Ripley before being ejected with Gemini Labs.
By Janno Vares June 19, 2026 Individual Xenomorphs | Xenomorphs From The Games | Xenomorph Leaders
Amanda Ripley-McClaren was Ellen Ripley's daughter and the main character of Alien: Isolation. Her expanded story continued through Alien: Blackout, Aliens: Resistance, Aliens: Rescue, and later questions about whether her reported death was the full truth.
By Janno Vares June 17, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Xenomorph Encounter Survivors
The Red King Xenomorph was the Red Skull after he merged with a Xenomorph Queen in Alien vs. Captain America. The hybrid controlled Hydra's Alien army during Operation Red King and planned to destroy the Allied landing at Normandy.
By Janno Vares June 12, 2026 Individual Xenomorphs | Xenomorphs From The Comics | Xenomorph Leaders
Alien: Isolation 2 is the long-awaited survival horror sequel from Creative Assembly and Sega, featuring a new protagonist, Kurosaki Station, a storm-ravaged colony world, and the return of an unkillable Xenomorph.
By Janno Vares June 07, 2026 Avp News | Alien Games | Upcoming Alien Games
The Big Chap Xenomorph, also known as Kane's Son, was the original Xenomorph Drone from Alien. Born from Thomas Kane aboard the USCSS Nostromo, it later survived in space and was recovered by Weyland-Yutani for experiments aboard Renaissance Station.
By Janno Vares May 31, 2026 Xenomorphs From The Movies | Individual Xenomorphs | Xenomorph Appearance
The Venom Xenomorph was a powerful Symbiote-Xenomorph hybrid that appeared in Marvel's Aliens vs. Avengers comic series. It was created when the Venom symbiote bonded with a Xenomorph during humanity's final war against the Alien species.
By Janno Vares May 27, 2026 Xenomorph Leaders | Individual Xenomorphs | Xenomorphs From The Comics
The Red Queen Xenomorph was a rare crimson Queen from Aliens: Genocide that ruled part of Xenomorph Prime and fought the Black Hive in a devastating civil war. This article explores her biology, hive, rivalry, and role in Alien lore.
By Janno Vares May 26, 2026 Xenomorph Leaders | Individual Xenomorphs | Xenomorphs From The Comics
The Xenoborg was a cybernetically enhanced Xenomorph created as a super-soldier weapon by Weyland-Yutani in Aliens vs. Predator: Classic. This article covers its biology, weapons, weaknesses, USS Odobenus deployment, and other similar Xenomorphs.
By Janno Vares May 24, 2026 Xenomorphs From The Games
The Scorched Xenomorph was a heavily scarred Drone-class Alien from Alien: Romulus, born from Navarro aboard the Corbelan IV during the Renaissance station outbreak. This article explores the Scorched Xenomorph's origin, physical appearance, and more.
By Janno Vares May 23, 2026 Xenomorphs From The Movies | Individual Xenomorphs | Xenomorph Appearance
The DNA reflex explains why Xenomorphs born from different hosts can develop different body shapes, instincts, and abilities. This article explores how it works, examples such as Runners and Predaliens, purebreeds, and the biological importance of host DNA.
By Janno Vares May 22, 2026 Xenomorph Behavior | Xenomorph Appearance
The Alpha Xenomorph was a unique Drone and Weyland-Yutani's first acquired Alien specimen, appearing in the Alien: Bloodlines comic series. This article explores its origin, biology, role aboard Epsilon Station, pursuit of Gabriel Cruz, and death.
By Janno Vares May 21, 2026 Xenomorph Leaders | Individual Xenomorphs | Xenomorphs From The Comics
The Drone Xenomorph was a smooth-domed adult Alien caste known for stealth, intelligence, host capture, and hive construction. This article explores the Drone's biology, behavior, evolution, and differences from the Warrior Xenomorph.
By Janno Vares May 20, 2026 Xenomorphs From The Movies
The Goddess Xenomorph, also known as the One in the Dark or Woman in the Dark, was a mysterious biomechanical female entity from Alien: Bloodlines and Alien: Icarus that appeared in the nightmares of people affected by Facehuggers and the Xenomorph species.
By Janno Vares May 19, 2026 Xenomorph Leaders | Individual Xenomorphs | Xenomorphs From The Comics
The Empress Xenomorph was one of the highest Alien hive monarchs, larger and tougher than ordinary Queens and capable of ruling multiple hives. This article explores her biology, creation, hive role, and War Empress variant.
By Janno Vares May 18, 2026 Xenomorph Leaders | Individual Xenomorphs | Xenomorphs From The Games
Specimen 6 was the main Xenomorph protagonist of Aliens vs. Predator 2010. This article explores her origins, intelligence, escape from captivity, battles against Predators and Marines, and transformation into a Queen.
By Janno Vares May 17, 2026 Xenomorph Leaders | Individual Xenomorphs | Xenomorphs From The Games
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 introduces several new enemy types and Xenomorph variants, including the explosive Exploder, the reinforcement-calling Siren, the brutal Warden, the pathogen-mutated Harbinger, and the armored Bulwark synthetic.
By Janno Vares May 13, 2026 Xenomorphs From The Games | Avp News
The Trilobite was a giant squid-like Proto-Facehugger from Prometheus. It developed from the creature removed from Elizabeth Shaw and later impregnated an Engineer, leading to the birth of the Deacon creature.
By Janno Vares May 12, 2026 Prometheus Lore | Xenomorphs From The Movies | Pathogen Creatures
The Hammerpede, also known as the Xenocobra, was a pale worm-like creature created when small worms on LV-223 were exposed to the black liquid pathogen in Prometheus. The mutation transformed small native organisms into violent lifeforms.
By Janno Vares May 11, 2026 Prometheus Lore | Xenomorphs From The Movies | Pathogen Creatures
The Matriarch was an ancient Xenomorph Queen from Aliens vs. Predator 2010. This article explores her imprisonment by the Yautja, capture by Weyland-Yutani, escape with Specimen 6, and death at Freya's Prospect.
By Janno Vares May 11, 2026 Individual Xenomorphs | Xenomorphs From The Games
The Super Facehugger, also known as the Royal Facehugger or Queen Facehugger, was a rare Facehugger variant from Alien 3 capable of implanting a Queen embryo and a second regular Xenomorph embryo, ending up as the Runner Xenomorph.
By Janno Vares May 10, 2026 Xenomorphs From The Movies
The Runner Xenomorph was a fast and agile Alien variant born from quadrupedal hosts such as dogs and oxen. This article explores the Runner's biology, abilities, intelligence, gestation process, and role in the Alien franchise.
By Janno Vares May 08, 2026 Xenomorphs From The Movies
The Xenomorph Queen Mother was the supreme ruler of the Alien species, larger and more powerful than standard Queens and Empresses. This article explores the Queen Mother's biology, psychic powers, creation process, and role in the hive.
By Janno Vares May 06, 2026 Xenomorph Leaders | Individual Xenomorphs | Xenomorphs From The Comics
The Yutani family were influential co-owners of the Weyland-Yutani Corporation alongside the Weyland family. This article explores the Yutani family tree and lists every known member of the lineage, including Hideo Yutani and several Miss Yutanis.
By Janno Vares April 04, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Alien Earth Lore | Alien Universe Companies
In a memorable scene in Aliens, Bishop crawled through a pipe from Operations to close to the uplink tower. In this examination including maps, we explore where exactly in Hadley's Hope colony Bishop's escape tunnel's entrance and exit were.
By Janno Vares March 18, 2026 Alien Lore
The Weyland family were the powerful owners of the Weyland-Yutani Corporation together with the Yutani family. In this article, we examine the Weyland family tree, and list every known member of the family, including Peter Weyland and Charles Bishop Weyland.
By Janno Vares March 09, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Prometheus Lore
This guide features an overview of Alien Universe maps, featuring galaxy charts, tactical displays, and location schematics from across the Alien and AvP movies. Each image includes the scene context and explains what the screen shows.
By Janno Vares March 05, 2026 Alien Lore
The UD-4 Cheyenne was a Colonial Marine dropship used during the LV-426 operation in Aliens, designed for rapid troop deployment and close air support. The craft featured VTOL capability, internal APC transport, and integrated weapons systems for combat landings.
By Janno Vares February 21, 2026 Alien Universe Ships | Colonial Marine Lore
The Type 337 Emergency Escape Vehicle, shortened to EEV, was the United States Colonial Marine Corps standard escape pod. The USS Sulaco carried many Type 337 units, and one EEV caused the opening disaster of Alien 3.
By Janno Vares February 18, 2026 Alien Universe Ships | Alien Universe Vehicles | Colonial Marine Lore
The Narcissus was the emergency shuttlecraft and lifeboat of the commercial towing vessel USCSS Nostromo. In the year 2122, the shuttle became the final refuge of Warrant Officer Ellen Ripley during the destruction of the ship.
By Janno Vares February 13, 2026 Alien Universe Ships | Weyland Yutani Ships
The Betty was a Mantis-class resupply starship operated by smugglers in Alien Resurrection. Manufactured by Hawker Systems, the vessel became associated with Ripley 8 following the destruction of the USM Auriga.
By Janno Vares February 09, 2026 Alien Universe Ships
The USCSS Covenant was an extended-range colony ship operated by the Weyland-Yutani Corporation on behalf of the United Americas. The Covenant's mission ended in disaster following an unscheduled diversion to an Engineer planet.
By Janno Vares February 05, 2026 Alien Universe Ships | Weyland Yutani Ships
This Alien quiz matches your answers to a Xenomorph archetype based on how you approach risk, exploit the environment, and secure a kill. Answer these ten questions honestly and see what kind of Xenomorph you align with.
By Janno Vares February 03, 2026 Sci Fi Quizzes
The USCSS Prometheus was a faster-than-light scientific exploratory starship in the Alien franchise. Designed and operated by Weyland Corp, it was sent on a long-range expedition to investigate the mysterious moon LV-223.
By Janno Vares February 02, 2026 Alien Universe Ships | Weyland Yutani Ships | Prometheus Lore
Tessa was a synthetic android created by the Weyland-Yutani Corporation and served as the main villain in Predator: Badlands. She was designed as part of a new generation of research synthetics intended to operate autonomously.
By Janno Vares January 27, 2026 Predator Badlands Lore | Predator Badlands Characters | Alien Universe Androids
The Super Power Loader was a large powered mech suit used during the events of Predator: Badlands. It was an industrial exosuit produced by the Weyland-Yutani Corporation and was never intended to function as a dedicated combat platform.
By Janno Vares January 26, 2026 Alien Universe Vehicles | Predator Badlands Lore
The M56 Smartgun is a heavy automatic support weapon used by the United States Colonial Marine Corps. This article provides an overview of the M56 Smartgun's design, technical characteristics, known variants, and its operators.
By Janno Vares January 12, 2026 Alien Universe Weapons | Colonial Marine Lore
LV-223 from Prometheus is a planetoid in the Zeta Two Reticuli system connected to the broader history of the Engineer race. It is known for its barren landscape, violent weather systems, and dangerous bioengineering constructs.
By Janno Vares December 04, 2025 Alien Universe Planets | Space Jockey Lore | Prometheus Lore
The USM Auriga from Alien: Resurrection stood out as the largest and most secretive vessel in the Alien universe. Designed as a medical research ship, it became infamous for its role in Xenomorph cloning experiments.
By Janno Vares December 01, 2025 Alien Universe Ships
Thia is a female synthetic created and employed by Weyland-Yutani and featured in Predator: Badlands. The film introduces Thia as a damaged yet determined survivor who forms an unlikely alliance with a Yautja warrior named Dek.
By Janno Vares November 02, 2025 Predator Badlands Lore | Predator Badlands Characters | Alien Universe Androids
T. Ocellus (Trypanohyncha Ocellus) was a parasitic extraterrestrial life-form featured in Alien: Earth. This Eye Octopus was discovered aboard the USCSS Maginot and later unleashed chaos after the vessel crashed in Prodigy City on Earth.
By Janno Vares September 05, 2025 Alien Earth Lore
Prodigy Corporation was one of the largest mega-corporations on Earth, and a direct rival to Weyland-Yutani. The company was part of the group known as the Five, which together controlled nearly all major global resources and governments.
By Janno Vares August 31, 2025 Alien Earth Lore | Alien Universe Companies
The USCSS Maginot was a C-class deep-space research vessel operated by the Weyland-Yutani Corporation in the television series Alien: Earth. Its mission spanned more than six decades and ended in a catastrophic crash on Earth.
By Janno Vares August 25, 2025 Alien Universe Ships | Weyland Yutani Ships | Alien Earth Lore
Prometheus Forum is a fan community dedicated to Ridley Scott's Prometheus series, including Alien: Covenant and Prometheus 3. Originally launched before the 2012 movie with scoops and rumors, the community joined AvP Central in 2025 as a home for Prometheus fans.
By Janno Vares June 01, 2025 Alien Lore
Genna, also known as the Death Planet, is a central location in the 2025 film Predator: Badlands. The planet is a harsh and dangerous world where a young Yautja named Dek and a Weyland-Yutani synthetic named Thia find themselves.
By Janno Vares April 30, 2025 Predator Badlands Lore | Yautja Society | Alien Universe Planets
The Xenomorph species follows a structured and evolving hierarchy. This article contains a breakdown of Xenomorph ranks from the lowest to the highest, describing the process of how a lone Xenomorph can rise through the ranks to become a leader.
By Janno Vares March 09, 2025 Alien Lore
The Xenomorph species has several scientific names, including Xenomorph XX121 and Linguafoeda Acheronsis. Here is a working Alien names generator that will create several scientific species names and individual nicknames you can use for your own purposes.
By Janno Vares March 06, 2025 Sci Fi Name Generators
Fiorina Fury 161 from Alien 3 was a barren, windswept planetoid located in the Neroid Sector Fiori 16 System, situated within the Outer Veil. The planet, known for its harsh environment and bleak terrain, served as a penal colony for Weyland-Yutani Class C Work Correctional Unit.
By Janno Vares March 03, 2025 Alien Universe Planets
The Xenomorph tail is one of the Alien most powerful weapons, capable of piercing, slashing, and constricting its prey. This article explores the length, anatomy, and unique features of the Xenomorph tail, as well as its tactical uses in combat, showing how integral it is to the species hunting prowess.
By Janno Vares February 26, 2025 Xenomorph Appearance
The Xenomorph species possess one of science fiction most distinctive biological traits: acid for blood. Yellow in color with occasional green hues, this blood functions as both a defensive mechanism and a vital component of the creature physiology.
By Janno Vares January 20, 2025 Xenomorph Appearance
The Xenomorph is known for its exotic dorsal tubes, which are one of the most distinctive features of its anatomy. This guide explores the possible functions and significance of the Xenomorph dorsal tubes, providing insight into their biological role and their impact on the creature behavior and physiology.
By Janno Vares January 16, 2025 Xenomorph Behavior | Xenomorph Appearance
Gateway Station was a massive geosynchronous space station orbiting Earth in the late 22nd century. It played a critical role in interstellar commerce and colonization. Known for its utilitarian design and bustling activity, it served as a hub for trade, military operations, and housing.
By Janno Vares January 12, 2025 Alien Universe Space Stations
The Red Xenomorphs are a unique color variation of the Xenomorph species. Introduced in Aliens: Genocide, these aliens diverged genetically from the traditional Xenomorph strain, forming their own hive on Xenomorph Prime and engaging in a conflict with their black-hued counterparts.
By Janno Vares January 09, 2025 Xenomorph Appearance | Xenomorphs From The Comics
Private Hudson Game Over Man line from Aliens is the most well-known quote from the movie and probably the entire Alien series. In this article, find out the secondary meaning behind the line, and behind the scenes information how the quote was created.
By Janno Vares January 06, 2025 Colonial Marine Lore
The Engineers are ancient extraterrestrials who are pivotal in the lore surrounding humanity origins and the Xenomorph species. By piecing together the clues from films and extended universe materials, we try to find out which planet is the Engineer homeworld and where it is located.
By Janno Vares January 04, 2025 Alien Universe Planets | Space Jockey Lore | Prometheus Lore
Alien: Romulus introduced a terrifying new creature to the Alien franchise: the Offspring, a hybrid born from the fusion of Xenomorph, human, and Engineer DNA. This article explores its origins, characteristics, abilities, and ultimate demise, as well as its connections to the broader Alien mythology.
By Janno Vares January 02, 2025 Individual Xenomorphs | Space Jockey Lore | Prometheus Lore
All together, the Alien franchise includes 9 movies and an upcoming TV series. Whether you are revisiting the saga or diving in for the first time, understanding the order of the movies and TV series can help make sense of its sprawling story.
By Janno Vares November 28, 2024 Alien Earth Lore | Alien And Predator Timelines | Sci Fi Movie Timelines
Xenomorph Prime is the elusive Alien Homeworld which has been shown little in the Alien games and comic books. Both humans and Predators have ventured there on different missions. Here is a list of notable occurrences of Xenomorph Prime throughout the Expanded Universe.
By Janno Vares November 24, 2024 Alien Universe Planets
Across nine films the Alien series has delivered a mix of groundbreaking moments and divisive experiments. With Romulus marking a new chapter in this iconic saga, we rank every Alien film from worst to best, exploring how each has left its mark on this 45-year journey.
By Janno Vares November 20, 2024 Alien Lore
Xenomorphs reaching Earth was always Ellen Ripley biggest fear. Little did she know, Aliens had already infested Earth many times during the long Alien timeline, both in the Alien vs. Predator movies and the Expanded Universe. Here is the list of such occasions.
By Janno Vares November 19, 2024 Alien Universe Planets | Space Jockey Lore | Prometheus Lore
Not all Xenomorphs are created equal. In this article, we dive into the top 10 deadliest Xenomorphs from movies, comics, and video games, ranking them based on their intelligence, kill count, toughness, and ability to survive against incredible odds.
By Janno Vares November 19, 2024 Individual Xenomorphs
The Romulus Lab is the newer part of the Renaissance Station from Alien Romulus, containing the source of the Xenomorph infestation that spreads across the platform. In this article, find out everything we know about the Romulus Lab and the specimens that Weyland-Yutani is experimenting on.
By Janno Vares June 21, 2024 Alien Universe Space Stations
Alien Romulus will begin its story at a shake and bake Weyland-Yutani colony similar to Hadley Hope from Aliens, named Jackson Star. In this article, find out everything we know about this dystopian colony, its location, and its inhabitants.
By Janno Vares June 12, 2024 Alien Universe Planets
Here is a comprehensive list of all Xenomorph types from the Alien movies, including the facehugger, chestburster, warrior and queen Xenomorphs. As a bonus, many better-known Xenomorph types are also included from the games and comics books.
By Janno Vares June 04, 2024 Xenomorph Appearance
The USCSS Patna was the Weyland-Yutani Bio-Weapons Division ship that arrived on Fury 161 to acquire the Xenomorph specimen from Ellen Ripley. Here is the full overview of the company ship which is barely seen in Alien 3, including details from the Expanded Universe.
By Janno Vares May 30, 2024 Alien Universe Ships | Weyland Yutani Ships
The USS Sulaco is the legendary warship from the Alien universe that was considered to be an unlucky ship already before the events of Aliens. In this article, find out everything about the Sulaco past and explore the alternate final fates of the ship.
By Janno Vares May 28, 2024 Alien Universe Ships | Colonial Marine Lore
LV-426, also known as Acheron, is one of three moons orbiting the gas giant Calpamos in the Zeta Reticuli system. Despite its inhospitable conditions, LV-426 has become a significant location due to its connection with the Xenomorph species and the events surrounding the ill-fated Weyland-Yutani expeditions.
By Janno Vares May 20, 2024 Alien Universe Planets
The United States Cargo Star Ship (USCSS) Nostromo is the most well-known ship in the Alien franchise, appearing as the main location of the first Alien movie. Here is a deeper dive into the origins, specifications, and historical significance of the Nostromo.
By Janno Vares May 13, 2024 Alien Universe Ships | Weyland Yutani Ships
As per tradition in the Alien movie series, Alien Romulus introduces a new Xenomorph type aboard the Renaissance station. In this article, find out everything we know about this Xenomorph, including its possible alternate life cycle and visual differences from traditional Xenomorphs.
By Janno Vares May 07, 2024 Xenomorphs From The Movies
The Alien franchise is renowned for its inclusion of androids, and Alien Romulus is no exception. In this article, we will explore the potential new android characters in Alien Romulus and try to identify which company is responsible for building them.
By Janno Vares May 04, 2024 Alien Universe Androids | Alien Romulus Lore
A guide to the F44AA Pulse Rifle from Alien: Romulus, including its specs, lore history, Colonial Marine use, and links to the later M41A Pulse Rifle.
By Janno Vares April 24, 2024 Alien Universe Weapons | Colonial Marine Lore
A guide to Renaissance Station, the Weyland-Yutani research station in Alien: Romulus that contained the Romulus and Remus modules.
By Janno Vares April 09, 2024 Alien Universe Space Stations
A post-release guide to the USCSS Corbelan IV, the Weyland-Yutani mining hauler used by Rain and her crew in Alien Romulus.
By Janno Vares April 07, 2024 Alien Universe Ships | Weyland Yutani Ships
Without a doubt, Ellen Ripley is the most well-known and iconic character from the entire Alien vs. Predator series. Here is the full profile of Warrant Officer Ellen Ripley, including her childhood struggles, side adventures, and the final fate as Ripley 8.
By Janno Vares February 18, 2024 Alien Universe Characters | Xenomorph Encounter Survivors
The Weyland-Yutani Corporation, often referred to as The Company, represents one of the most iconic symbols in science fiction cinema. In this article, we explore the history of Weyland-Yutani, including several corporate acquisitions, mergers, the company downfall, and a final resurgence.
By Janno Vares February 05, 2024 Alien Universe Companies
The Xenomorphs have proven themselves to be well adapted to extreme environments, including underwater. Some Xenomorph types are adept swimmers and can easily navigate in aquatic conditions. Find out here, which Xenomorphs have aquatic abilities and how long can they survive underwater.
By Janno Vares January 28, 2024 Xenomorph Behavior
Eggmorphing is a process of turning human hosts into Alien eggs and a part of the Xenomorph alternate life cycle. Initially cut from the first Alien movie, but re-inserted in the Directors Cut, eggmorphing is used by Xenomorph Warriors when an Alien Queen is not available to produce more eggs.
By Janno Vares January 26, 2024 Xenomorph Behavior
The Xenomorph Queen is the leader of the hive, the egg layer, but also a capable fighter if there is no need to protect their children. Here is a list of notable Xenomorph Queens from the Alien series who stood out from other hive mothers by their leadership and cunning.
By Janno Vares January 24, 2024 Xenomorph Appearance | Xenomorphs From The Movies | Xenomorph Leaders
The Xenomorph is known for its iconic mouth designed by H.R. Giger, featuring the terrifying inner jaw. This guide explores the intricate details of the Xenomorph jaws and teeth, providing insight into their biological functions and their role in the creature predatory behavior.
By Janno Vares January 22, 2024 Xenomorph Appearance
The Pink Xenomorph was another Alien variation differentiated by its unique and bright color. Appearing in Aliens: The Arcade Game by Konami, these Xenomorphs were the main enemy in the game. Here is the full overview of the Pink Xenomorphs, including their NECA reimagining.
By Janno Vares January 21, 2024 Xenomorph Appearance | Xenomorphs From The Games
Throughout the Alien series, there have been several special types of white and albino Xenomorphs. The reasons for their existence include old age, inherited human traits due to DNA mixing, environmental factors, and even special pigmentations in their skin.
By Janno Vares January 19, 2024 Xenomorph Appearance | Xenomorphs From The Comics
The Joker Xenomorph was a distinctive Alien hybrid featured in the crossover comic series Batman/Aliens II. This character represented a blend of the Joker, the notorious main adversary of Batman, and a Xenomorph Warrior, mixed together with DNA splicing.
By Janno Vares January 18, 2024 Alien And Predator Crossovers | Xenomorph Appearance | Xenomorphs From The Comics
The Warrior Xenomorph, often referred to as the Soldier (and sometimes a Drone), represents a critical stage in the lifecycle of the Xenomorph species. These creatures are the primary assault force within the Xenomorph hierarchy, known for their formidable combat skills and mass attacks.
By Janno Vares January 17, 2024 Xenomorph Appearance | Xenomorphs From The Movies
The Space Jockey Xenomorph is a giant and rare Alien type that is born from an Engineer, also known as a Space Jockey. This article covers all the individual Space Jockey Aliens featured in Alien lore, including the Deacon and the Titan Xenomorph.
By Janno Vares January 15, 2024 Space Jockey Lore | Xenomorph Appearance | Prometheus Lore
After the egg and the facehugger, the chestburster is the third step in the Xenomorph complex lifecycle. Here is an overview of different abilities and types of chestbursters, depending on the type of the resulting Alien and the way that it is born.
By Janno Vares January 14, 2024 Xenomorph Appearance | Xenomorphs From The Movies
The Xenomorphs are known for somewhat conflicting motivations, shifting from causing a killing spree in one movie to capturing potential hosts in another. In this article, we try to find out what the Xenomorph really wants and what drives its actions.
By Janno Vares January 12, 2024 Xenomorph Behavior
The Xenomorph egg, commonly known as the Ovomorph, is a central element in the Alien franchise. This guide delves into the diverse types of Xenomorph eggs depicted in the films and expanded universe, offering an in-depth exploration of each type unique characteristics.
By Janno Vares January 11, 2024 Xenomorph Appearance | Xenomorphs From The Movies
This article delves into a pivotal question: What is the Xenomorph life expectancy? By examining each distinct type within the Xenomorph hierarchy - from the initial egg stage to the adult forms, including the rare Alien Queen - we aim to shed light on the longevity of these alien entities.
By Janno Vares January 10, 2024 Xenomorph Behavior
The Protomorph (also known as the Praetomorph) is the latest addition to the Xenomorph type family, appearing in the sequel to Prometheus, Alien: Covenant. Here is the full overview of the Protomorph, including its complicated origins, life cycle, and characteristics.
By Janno Vares January 09, 2024 Xenomorph Appearance | Xenomorphs From The Movies | Pathogen Creatures
The Xenomorph is notorious for its lethal attributes, including the secretion of highly corrosive acid. Although the Xenomorphs bleed acid when wounded, many Xenomorph types can utilize it as an attack mechanism, including the Cloned Xenomorphs from Alien: Resurrection.
By Janno Vares January 08, 2024 Xenomorph Behavior | Xenomorph Appearance
The Facehugger is a terrifying second stage in the Xenomorph life cycle. Here is a full overview of the Facehugger, including its anatomy, abilities, and the list of variants, which contain the Queen facehugger, giant facehugger, and the white hybrid facehuggers.
By Janno Vares January 07, 2024 Xenomorph Appearance | Xenomorphs From The Movies
The Deacon marks a significant stage in the mutations caused by the Black Goo Pathogen. First emerging from a Trilobite-infected Engineer on LV-223, the Deacon had unique characteristics somewhat similar to both the Xenomorphs and the Neomorphs.
By Janno Vares January 06, 2024 Individual Xenomorphs | Space Jockey Lore | Prometheus Lore
One question that has intrigued Alien fans has repeatedly been: Do The Xenomorphs Eat? While these creatures are often seen as relentless creatures that grow at fantastic speeds, there is much more to their nutritional intake than meets the eye.
By Janno Vares January 05, 2024 Xenomorph Behavior
The Praetorian Xenomorph, known as the Royal Guard, is an integral and powerful figure in the Xenomorph XX121 species hierarchy. Emerging in bigger hives, they serve as protectors of the Queen or Empress, playing a crucial role in the defense of their species.
By Janno Vares January 04, 2024 Xenomorph Appearance | Xenomorphs From The Games
The Xenomorphs are typically portrayed as hostile and lethal, attacking anyone in sight. This article examines different methods that might enable humans to interact safely with Xenomorphs or even alter their aggressive nature to be tame and friendly.
By Janno Vares January 03, 2024 Xenomorph Behavior
The Newborn is a unique creature from the movie Alien: Resurrection, known for being a hybrid of human and Xenomorph, two different species. Unlike other Xenomorphs, the Newborn has human-like features and emotions, making it a somewhat hated standout in the Alien series.
By Janno Vares January 02, 2024 Individual Xenomorphs | Xenomorph Appearance | Xenomorphs From The Movies
Over the years, the Xenomorph has been known by various names, each adding layers to its mystique and terror. This article delves into the significance and origins of these names, shedding light on how they contribute to the lore of this legendary extraterrestrial organism.
By Janno Vares January 01, 2024 Alien Lore
The Xenomorph Origins are shrouded in mystery but multiple explanations have emerged from both the Alien movies and the Expanded universe about the Alien creation. In this exploration, we delve into different prominent theories surrounding the origins of the Xenomorphs.
By Janno Vares December 05, 2023 Space Jockey Lore | Xenomorph Behavior | Prometheus Lore
Among the various iterations of the monstrous Xenomorph, Alien: Covenant introduced a new and terrifying addition to the family: the Neomorph. Here is the full overview of the Neomorph creature, from its origins to its proposed final fight with the Protomorph that didn't make it to the movie.
By Janno Vares November 11, 2023 Xenomorph Appearance | Xenomorphs From The Movies | Pathogen Creatures
The Grid Alien was a remarkable Alpha Xenomorph from the first Alien vs. Predator movie, noticeable by the grid pattern on its head. This Xenomorph Warrior received damage from a Predator netgun but still managed to kill two Yautja, a rare feat for a single Xenomorph.
By Janno Vares October 11, 2023 Individual Xenomorphs | Avp Lore | Xenomorph Appearance
The Xenomorph's complex and enigmatic anatomy, a masterwork of both biological evolution and imaginative design, adds to the allure of these formidable creatures. In this exploration, we delve into the intricacies of Xenomorph anatomy, uncovering the mysteries that make them a true sci-fi masterpiece.
By Janno Vares September 10, 2023 Xenomorph Behavior | Xenomorph Appearance
The age-old debate between fans of the Alien and Predator franchises revolves around a simple yet captivating question: who would win in a fight between these two iconic extraterrestrial species? The answer remains subjective and open to interpretation.
By Janno Vares September 05, 2023 Avp Lore | Alien And Predator Crossovers | Xenomorph Behavior
Used by the Colonial Marines across the universe, the M41A Pulse Rifle is probably the most iconic human weapon in the Alien series. We take a look at some of the Pulse Rifle variants that have been used in the movies, games and comic books.
By Janno Vares June 30, 2023 Alien Universe Weapons | Colonial Marine Lore
The Xenomorph species has a fascinating life cycle that has evolved with almost every Alien movie. From the Alien egg to the giant Alien Queen, the Xenomorphs go through many different stages that each serve a specific and important purpose.
By Janno Vares June 19, 2023 Xenomorph Behavior | Xenomorph Appearance
The existence of the Xenomorph egg on the USS Sulaco at the beginning of Alien 3 is one of the biggest mysteries of the Alien franchise. In this article, we take a look at most of the theories surrounding the egg, including plausible ones and others completely outlandish.
By Janno Vares May 10, 2023 Alien Lore
The Xenomorphs come in many forms and sizes, often depending on the type of the host. Here is a list of Xenomorphs ranked by their physical size, including several Xenomorphs from the Expanded Universe like the Alien King and Crocodile Alien.
By Janno Vares April 13, 2023 Xenomorph Appearance
The Predalien is the result of a facehugger impregnating a Predator. They are more powerful versions of the Xenomorphs, comparable in size and strength to the Praetorians, the guards of the Alien Queen. Here is a list of notable Predaliens from the AvP lore, including the Abomination and the LV-1201 Predalien.
By Janno Vares April 09, 2023 Xenomorph Appearance | Xenomorphs From The Movies
With their unique physiology and highly adaptable nature, Xenomorphs have proven to be formidable foes for many space-faring explorers and soldiers. However, despite being called the Perfect Organism, they also have several weaknesses that can be exploited by their enemies.
By Janno Vares April 02, 2023 Xenomorph Behavior
The Xenomorph frog was created by artist Li Changchun, depicting a frog-like organism with Xenomorph traits. This article examines both the artistic origins of the Xenomorph Frog and the possible ways which such a being could be born.
By Janno Vares January 25, 2023 Xenomorph Appearance
The Colonial Marines vs. Alien Queen fights only happen in the Alien games and comics, where usually a small group of Marines battles a single Alien Queen and defeats her. In the games, the Alien Queens are used as boss fights.
By Janno Vares November 05, 2021 Colonial Marine Lore
As regular Xenomorphs in Alien stories tend to get too mainstream, gene splicing is sometimes introduced to create new breeds of often ridiculous Xenomorphs. These new Aliens vary in size and appearance, but still inherit their traits from their hosts.
By Janno Vares September 10, 2021 Xenomorph Appearance
The mysterious Black Goo pathogen first seen in Prometheus reacts in unpredictable ways with different organisms, producing wild mutations and new creatures. Here is an overview of these different mutations, including a mutated Predator and even a mutated Android.
By Janno Vares July 23, 2021 Space Jockey Lore | Prometheus Lore | Pathogen Creatures
As is the common theme in the franchise, the Xenomorphs cannot be controlled and have become a hated enemy of the Engineers. Here is an overview of the different clashes between Xenomorphs and Engineers, some happening even thousands of years ago.
By Janno Vares May 27, 2021 Space Jockey Lore | Alien And Predator Crossovers | Prometheus Lore
The Space Jockeys fly around in gigantic ships, containing a deadly payload of bioweapons. These ships often crash, ready to be discovered by helpless explorers. While most of these ships look like a horseshoe, some also come with more exotic designs.
By Janno Vares May 14, 2021 Alien Universe Ships | Space Jockey Lore | Prometheus Lore
The Colonial Marines use small and mobile units to protect the colonies. These units are the maximum size of a battalion, but usually only a few squads are sent into action. Here is an overview of different Colonial Marine teams, including the one commanded by Lieutenant Gorman in Aliens.
By Janno Vares May 04, 2021 Colonial Marine Lore
The Colonial Marines don't employ many personnel but use massive ships to travel them across the universe. The ships are fully automated and don't even need any crew to man them while the marines are on a mission. Most of these ships are similar to the USS Sulaco.
By Janno Vares April 20, 2021 Alien Universe Ships | Colonial Marine Lore
Besides their famous APC and Power Loader, the Colonial Marines don't employ many ground-based vehicles. The Colonial Marine Technical Manual has introduced tanks and self-propelled guns, while the comics and Kenner toys have also brought to light a few new vehicles.
By Janno Vares April 06, 2021 Alien Universe Vehicles | Alien Universe Weapons | Colonial Marine Lore
In addition to the question of chestburster removal possibilities, the matter of facehuggers being removed before embryo implantation has been intriguing from the first movie. Here is a list of notable facehugger removals, including both successful and unsuccessful attempts.
By Janno Vares March 25, 2021 Xenomorph Behavior
The Alien hives are the birthplaces of the Xenomorphs and serve as their homes when not hunting for new victims. The hives come in different shapes and sizes and some can span over vast regions of a planet. Here is an overview of notable Xenomorph hives from the series.
By Janno Vares March 22, 2021 Alien Lore
The question of if it is possible to remove a chestburster before it is born has been in the series from the start. Throughout the movies and the expanded lore, there have been several successful chestburster extractions, although each have their own peculiarities.
By Janno Vares February 19, 2021 Xenomorph Behavior
Although the creature in Alien had eye sockets under the transparent dome, the most common Xenomorphs don't have eyes. The Alien sequels and games have given us a glimpse of the vision of the Xenomorphs, including the fisheye lens view and seeing the aura of their enemies.
By Janno Vares December 23, 2020 Xenomorph Behavior | Xenomorph Appearance
Predators hunting and fighting a Space Jockey is a rare event in the Alien vs. Predator franchise. It is a great honor and privilege for the Predators to claim a trophy of an Engineer as they are an elusive species but also extremely tough in combat. This is a list of all known Predator and Space Jockey encounters.
By Janno Vares June 12, 2020 Space Jockey Lore | Predator Hunt | Alien And Predator Crossovers
In addition to human-friendly synthetics with behavioral inhibitors, several series of combat androids have been produced in the Alien series by different mega-corporations. Here is a list of androids developed for the purpose of expanding the military power of the company.
By Janno Vares February 13, 2020 Alien Universe Androids | Colonial Marine Lore
The Colonial Marine officers are the ones that command the troopers in the field. Unfortunately, most of them get killed and nobody hardly remembers their achievements. Here is a list of notable Colonial Marine officers from the Alien lore, including General Spears and Captain Cruz.
By Janno Vares August 28, 2019 Colonial Marine Lore | Alien Universe Characters
The mega-corporations have a big influence over the surveyed worlds in the Alien vs. Predator universe. They are often in an open rivalry between themselves and other world governments. Here is a list of the biggest mega-corporations, including companies like Seegson, the Grant Corporation and Weyland-Yutani.
By Janno Vares August 08, 2019 Alien Universe Companies
The Space Jockeys are the mysterious pilot species first seen in the first Alien movie. Throughout the series, there have been many iterations of them, including the Engineers from Prometheus and the Mala'kak pilots from the Alien books and comics.
By Janno Vares June 13, 2019 Space Jockey Lore | Prometheus Lore
The USCM packs a big arsenal of weapons including nukes, knives, sharp sticks and phased plasma pulse rifles. Here is a list of best infantry weapons from Aliens and the Alien games, ranked by their firepower and usability against the Xenomorphs and Yautja opponents.
By Janno Vares February 25, 2019 Alien Universe Weapons | Colonial Marine Lore
One of the common tropes in the Alien Expanded Universe is android Xenomorphs. They have been either created by a lone mad scientist or mass-produced by some company. Here is a list of notable android Xenomorphs, including the infamous Xenoborgs and the lovable Jeri.
By Janno Vares January 08, 2019 Alien Universe Androids | Xenomorph Appearance | Xenomorphs From The Comics
The Predator Killer mech suit in The Predator was not the first instance of weaponized mech suits being used in the Alien vs. Predator universe. We take a look at several different mech suits and power armor from the movies, games and comics and rank them by their awesomeness.
By Janno Vares October 04, 2018 Alien Universe Vehicles | Alien Universe Weapons | Alien Universe Androids
The Xenomorph King is a special type of Alien rarely seen in the Alien lore. It is known to be bigger than the queen Alien and even more aggressive. Here is a list of all notable Xenomorph Kings like the Rogue Xenomorph, the Hybrid King and the Kenner King Alien.
By Janno Vares April 18, 2018 Individual Xenomorphs | Xenomorph Appearance | Xenomorphs From The Comics
The female Xenomorph is the big and insect-like queen Alien. However, there are some female Xenomorph hybrids or special experiments who actually have feminine features. Here is a list of all known female Xenomorphs from the Alien franchise, including unused concepts from the movies.
By Janno Vares April 11, 2018 Xenomorph Appearance | Xenomorphs From The Comics
Continuing with the series of top 10 badasses, here we have a list of top 10 badass Colonial Marines from the Alien vs Predator series. They are the grunts who showed courage, killed a lot of enemies and possibly even came out alive in the end.
By Janno Vares March 12, 2018 Colonial Marine Lore | Alien Universe Characters
The Alien vs Predator series has its fair share of mad scientists. Here are listed the top 10 best ones. The entries are ranked by an elaborate algorithm based on their level of madness, charisma, the impact of their research and the quality of the source material.
By Janno Vares November 14, 2017 Alien Universe Characters
People were rather angry after Newt and Hicks were killed at the beginning of Alien 3 in a gruesome way. Here are several different scenarios where one or both survived, some developed even after Alien 3 was released.
By Janno Vares November 05, 2017 Alien Universe Characters | Xenomorph Encounter Survivors