In the individual Yautja Profiles category you’ll find detailed articles on individual Predators from the Alien vs. Predator universe. Featured are iconic hunters from the movies such as Greyback and Wolf, and legendary warriors such as Big Mama from the comics. The profiles explore the backgrounds, unique abilities, and famous hunts of these skilled warriors. Each profile delves into their weapons, culture, and code of honor, providing a deeper look into these fierce Yautja.
The Fugitive Predator was a rogue Yautja who appeared in the 2018 film The Predator. Unlike others of his kind, he acted as a defector who attempted to aid humanity with the Predator Killer suit against the bigger Upgrade Predators.
The Berserker Predator, also referred to as Mr. Black, was the biggest and most prominent Predator from Predators (2010). He belonged to the Super Predator faction, an offshoot of the Yautja species known for ruthless hunting.
In Predator: Badlands, Kwei was introduced as the older and bigger brother of the outcast warrior Dek. A member of the clan led by his father Njohrr on Yautja Prime, Kwei was the favored son and destined for great honor.
Njohrr is a Yautja clan leader and the father of the brothers Dek and Kwei, appearing in the latest Predator movie, Predator: Badlands. With his antler-like horns, dark cape, and white dreadlocks, he stands out as a striking new Yautja.
Although the Predators love to take trophies of men and Xenomorphs, they often end up losing their heads during a hunt. The following article summarizes a selection of these Yautja, each of whom met decapitation in the hands of their enemy.
Throughout Predator lore, many Yautja have sustained serious battle injuries, including the loss of one or both eyes. Some of these warriors compensate with cybernetic replacements or masks, while others simply continue to hunt despite their impairment.
The Pilot Predator, also known as the “Cyborg Predator,” was a cybernetically modified Yautja featured in the animated anthology film Predator: Killer of Killers. The Pilot operated during World War II and participated in aerial combat over North Africa.
The Predator King is the mysterious millennia-old Yautja that leads several Predator clans, or perhaps the entire Yautja race. Here is a list of all known references of the Predator king, including his appearance in Killer Of Killers.
The Samurai Killer Predator, is a new Yautja introduced in the animated anthology film Predator: Killer of Killers. Set in feudal Japan, this agile hunter engages in a brutal battle for succession between two brothers — a ninja and a samurai.
The Crucified Predator, also known as the Classic Predator, was a captured Yautja from the Jungle Hunter Clan featured in Predators (2010). Unlike the more savage Super Predators, he belonged to the older, more traditional lineage of Yautja.
The Viking Killer (nicknamed "Monster") is one of the three main Predators appearing in the Predator: Killer Of Killers anthology movie. This large Yautja has a long conflict with a Viking village, specifically with a female Viking warrior and his son.
Falconer Predator is the "middle" Super Predator from Predators (2010) who hunted on the Game Preserve Planet. Falconer is known for his large bird-like mask, minimal weaponry, and a falcon-like drone that he used to track his prey.
Tracker Predator was one of three Super Predators from Predators (2010) who had the role of Yautja Dog handler. Tracker belonged to a faction of Yautja that differed from the classic species, exhibiting more aggressive behavior and bigger size.
The Witch Predator is a Yautja variant introduced as downloadable content for the video game Predator: Hunting Grounds. Distinguished by her bone-adorned armor and use of scouting drones, the Witch Predator is one of the scariest Predator types.
Scar Predator is the most well-known and capable Yautja from the first Alien vs. Predator movie. The only one from the trio of Young Blood Predators to be blooded, Scar teamed up with Alexa Woods and defeated the Alien Queen.
Predator: Badlands introduces a new lead Predator: a young Yautja named Dek. Unlike previous entries, which primarily followed human protagonists being hunted, this film shifts the perspective to that of the Predator itself. Here is everything we know about Dek.
The City Hunter, also known as "Ghost," was a Yautja from the Lost Tribe who made his mark during the heatwave and gang wars in Los Angeles in 1997. His hunt led him into confrontations with different drug gangs, the LAPD, and eventually a government task force known as the OWLF.
The Jungle Hunter is the first movie Predator introduced in the 1987 film Predator. Known as "El Diablo que hace trofeos de los hombres" ("The demon who makes trophies of men"), this Yautja conducted a hunt in Val Verde during a communist insurgency.
Scout Predator was one of the many mysterious Predators appearing at the end of Predator 2 as part of the Lost Tribe. Also known as the Lost Hunter, Scout was later revealed to be a long-ranged weapons expert. Here is the full background of the Scout Predator.
Stone Heart Predator was a large Yautja from the Dark Blade Clan, appearing in Predator: Concrete Jungle. Being brainwashed by the Borgia Corporation, he fought his former clan mate, Scarface Predator. Here is the full overview of Stone Heart, including his gear and weapons.
The Guardian Predator was a big Yautja with a memorable bio-mask from the Lost Tribe appearing at the end of Predator 2. He was later revealed to be an Elite heavy weapons specialist of the clan, with a military past. Here is the full profile of the Guardian Predator, also known as Gort.
The Chopper Predator was the third and most insignificant Young Blood Predator from the first Alien vs. Predator movie. He was killed in his first encounter with a Xenomorph and did not become blooded. Here is the full profile of the Chopper Predator, also known as Gill.
Shaman Predator was a distinguished member of the Yautja community who notably stood out among the Lost Tribe at the end of Predator 2. Also known as the "Hippie Predator", this long-dreadlocked Yautja wore a fearsome skull mask and became the spiritual leader of the tribe.
Wolf Predator was a fan-favorite Elite Yautja from Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem where he was depicted as a "cleaner" to clear up the mess from the first Alien vs. Predator movie. Here is the full profile for Wolf Predator, including overviews of his weapons and armor.
In addition to genetic hybridization, the Yautja sometimes enhance themselves with cybernetic technologies, either to replace a limb or to gain new abilities. Here is a list of all known cybernetically enhanced Predators, including the Bionic Predator and the Spiked Tail Predator.
Big Mama was the first prominent Female Predator introduced in the expanded Predator lore. Here is the complete overview of the Big Mama Predator, including her complicated relationship with Ash Parnall and the battle against the Hybrid King.
The Celtic Predator was the leader of the three Young Blood Predators sent to their initiation hunt in Antarctica in the first Alien vs. Predator movie. Here is the full profile of the Celtic Predator, including overviews of his history, weapons, and armor, and appearances in other media.
Beyond the fearsome ranks of Yautja warriors, there exists an even more enigmatic figure: the Predator Queen. The Yautja Queen, often shrouded in mystery and seldom glimpsed in popular media, serves as the matriarch of their species.
Greyback the Elder from the end of Predator 2 was the leader of the Lost Tribe and one of the most established Predators ever. Here is the lore behind the Greyback Predator, including information about his past and future hunts, and his appearance in other media.
The Hive Wars Predator was a legendary Elite Yautja who was stranded alone on Yautja Prime after a disastrous hunt that doomed his clan mates. Here is the full profile of this powerful Yautja, including overviews of his hunting history and weaponry.
The Alpha Predator (also known as Kaail) was a legendary Predator who led a rebellion against the insectoid Amengi race thousands of years ago and became the first who can be considered to be Yautja. Here is the full profile of the Alpha Predator.
The Feral Predator is the latest Yautja introduced in the Predator movies, debuting in Prey. With a different appearance and new gear, this Predator hunted in the Great Plains during the start of the 18th century and came into conflict with French trappers and a Comanche tribe.
Here we have a list of the strongest and most powerful Predators who stood out from their hunter brothers. These are Predators who had a lot of kills, slayed tough enemies and some of them even survived their hunts. The Predators are taken from the movies, games and comic books.
The Lost Tribe Predators were a clan of Yautja hidden in a spaceship under the sewers of Los Angeles. Here is an overview and ranking of all the Lost Tribe Predators, including available backgrounds from the books, comics, and NECA figure bios.
In addition to introducing bigger and badder Predators, the Predator franchise is keen on hybridization, with the Yautja species being mixed with either Xenomorph or human DNA. These new types of beasts are often stronger, but also more ridiculous.
The Predators take a lot of punishment during their hunts - they are able to endure severe wounds, even losing an arm or a leg. Some of these Yautja managed to survive and hunt another day, others fought on for a brief while and died soon after.
Many lists have covered the best and most badass Predators from the franchise. However, there are several Predators who have achieved very little, failed on their hunts and messed up in other ways. This is a list of the biggest Yautja failures, including the likes of Primal Predator, Shesh-Kuk and Shorty.
The fan-favorite Predators are often the likes of Wolf, Dark, Ahab, Scarface, Dachande and the first Jungle Hunter. However, there are several other lesser known Predators who deserve the spotlight. These are the Yautja that no NECA or Hot Toys figures have been made and probably never will.
The Alien comics are known for their great artwork and classic storylines showing us things never seen in the Alien movies before.
In this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 Alien books that are a must-read for any fan of the Alien franchise, including old classics and many new stories.
Here is a top 10 list of the best Predator comics in descending order, including some crossover comics like Batman vs. Predator and Aliens vs. Predator.
The Predator series does not contain many books. Including the Alien vs. Predator series, there are slightly over a dozen Predator books. Here is a ranking of the best ones.
Here is a list of the best Alien games ranked in descending order, including some older classics, and newer ones like Aliens: Fireteam Elite as well.
Unlike others of his kind, the Fugitive Predator acted as a defector who attempted to aid humanity with the Predator Killer suit against the bigger Upgrade Predators.
Native to the harsh world of Genna, Kalisk is portrayed as a near unkillable apex predator who challenges both Yautja hunters and the corporate ambitions of the Weyland Yutani Corporation.
Njohrr is a Yautja clan leader and the father of the brothers Dek and Kwei, appearing in the latest Predator movie, Predator: Badlands.
The Berserker Predator, also referred to as Mr. Black, was the biggest and most prominent Super Predator from Predators (2010).
While many Yautja wore the iconic smooth, featureless masks, several individuals were distinguished by horned, antler-style, or spiked helmet designs.