Alien Lore: The Xenomorph Expanded Universe
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, colonies, and individual Xenomorph profiles. Recently, AvP Central merged with Alien Experience, to provide the ultimate Alien vs. Predator experience.
Viola Shipp: Profile Of Olivia's Twin Android Sister
Viola Shipp was the custom synthetic twin Olivia Shipp grew up with after the biological sister died at three. In Mira Grant's Alien: Echo, the 2172 Zagreus hive treated her as non-prey. Olivia left the planet in While There's Hope with Kora Burton and Viola's severed head.
By Janno Vares September 13, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Alien Universe Androids | Xenomorph Encounter Survivors
Cpl. Russell Becker: Midnighter On Charybdis Profile
Russell Becker was a Colonial Marine corporal in Alex White's Alien: Into Charybdis. In 2184 he left Captain Kylie Duncan's Midnighters after she shot Cheyenne Hunt on Hasanova. From the Data Cannon he sent security cores onto EntaCOMM, then Duncan's dropship minigun killed him.
By Janno Vares September 13, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Colonial Marine Characters | Colonial Marine Lore
Cheyenne (Shy) Hunt: Programmer & Charybdis Victim
Cheyenne Hunt, called Shy, was a McAllen Integrations programmer in Alex White's Alien: Into Charybdis. In 2184 she reached Hasanova on LV-991 to install climate and network systems. Captain Kylie Duncan shot her in the command center after she tried to stop the storehouse massacre.
By Janno Vares September 13, 2026 Alien Universe Characters
Chad McLaren: Profile Of Amanda Ripley's Husband
Chad McLaren was a former Weyland-Yutani scientist and Amanda Ripley's husband in David Barnett's Alien: Colony War. In July 2186 he and the synthetic Davis reached LV-187 with journalist Cher Hunt, killed the Queen under the reactor, and fled to find Zula Hendricks.
By Janno Vares September 13, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Alien Universe Scientists | Xenomorph Encounter Survivors
Mae Hendricks: Zula And Davis's Synthetic Daughter
Mae Hendricks was Zula Hendricks and Davis's synthetic daughter. Davis had her built after a meeting on LV-222. She fought on Shānmén in Alien: Inferno's Fall in 2186, then lost her memory in Alien: Seventh Circle, crashed Minos, and left on the Righteous Fury.
By Janno Vares September 12, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Alien Universe Androids | Xenomorph Encounter Survivors
Rebecca (Newt) Jorden: Profile With Origin & Fates
Rebecca "Newt" Jorden was the first child born at Hadley's Hope on LV-426. She survived the hive in the colony ducts, left Acheron with Ripley and Hicks in Aliens, and drowned when the EEV hit Fiorina 161 in Alien 3. River of Pain and Newt's Tale give her the background before the Marines arrived.
By Janno Vares September 12, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Xenomorph Encounter Survivors
LV-991: Hasanova Data Colony On Charybdis
LV-991 was a water world later renamed Hasanova after Iran's National Data Corporation bought it at a UPP auction. In 2184 Hasanova Data Solutions sat on an atoll around Lake Peacock over a 400-meter lava-tube shaft called Charybdis. A Colonial Marine raid and a Xenomorph outbreak wrecked the colony.
By Janno Vares September 11, 2026 Alien Universe Planets | LV Planets | Alien Universe Colonies
Captain Kylie Duncan: Leader Of Midnighters On Hasanova
Captain Kylie Duncan led the Midnighters from the USS Benning in Alex White's Alien: Into Charybdis. In 2184 she seized Hasanova on LV-991, opened the storehouses so Xenomorphs could kill locked colonists, then died in a Weyland pathogen vault after Kamran Afghanzadeh tackled her.
By Janno Vares September 11, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Colonial Marine Characters | Colonial Marine Lore
Lieutenant Johnny Mains: VoidLarks Of The Rage War
Lieutenant Johnny Mains led the 5th Excursionists, the VoidLarks, in Tim Lebbon's Rage War. In 2692 he fought Yautja at Southgate Station 12, crashed on UMF 12, boarded Othello with Gemma Lieder, and armed a hangar nuke. Macbeth later received the signal that confirmed Othello's destruction.
By Janno Vares September 11, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Colonial Marine Characters | Colonial Marine Lore
Major Akoko Halley: Snow Dog Of The DevilDogs
Major Akoko Halley, Snow Dog of the 39th Spaceborne DevilDogs, led Tim Lebbon's Rage War Marines in 2692. She sent the Yautja ceasefire from LV-1529, went rogue with Isa Palant after LV-1657, boarded Macbeth, and lived to report in with Huyck after the Sol fight.
By Janno Vares September 10, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Colonial Marine Characters | Colonial Marine Lore
LV-921: Gemini Lab Crash & Kurosaki Station
LV-921 is the storm-hit colony world of Alien: Isolation 2. Weyland-Yutani ran the mining outpost Kurosaki Station there a few months after Isolation in 2137. Blake's survey team found the ejected Gemini Labs module in the forest and woke the Xenomorph sealed inside.
By Janno Vares September 09, 2026 Alien Universe Planets | LV Planets
Bulwark: The Crab-Robots Of Fireteam 2 Explained
The Bulwark was a Combat Automaton in Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, a heavily armored ground crawler with hard-to-hit weak points. It lunged at Marines, knocked them down, and shut down under EMP and electrical hits. Spider and Huntsman crabs shared the same chassis family.
By Janno Vares September 09, 2026 Aliens Fireteam 2 Lore | Aliens Fireteam 2 Enemies | Alien Universe Androids
Dr. Lily Pearce: Fireteam 2 Xenobiologist On LV-558
Dr. Lily Pearce was Weyland-Yutani's head xenobiologist at Storr's Boon on LV-558 in Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2. Acidium exposure left her in pain, she built Engineer hybrids to treat it, and she tried to run the hive. The Queen ran her through in 2207, then General Olivia Shipp shot her.
By Janno Vares September 09, 2026 Aliens Fireteam 2 Lore | Alien Universe Scientists | Alien Universe Characters
Herk Mondo: Mondo Pest Exterminator In Fireteam 2
Herk Mondo was the one-man Xenomorph exterminator behind Mondo Pest in Dark Horse's Aliens: Mondo Pest and Mondo Heat. He lost a hand on Colony Oryza, took a prosthetic to Gimeno, and returned in Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 as Herk Mondo's Pest Pack.
By Janno Vares September 08, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Xenomorph Encounter Survivors | Alien Comics
Acidium Explained: Fireteam 2 Gas From Xenomorph Acid
Acidium is a caustic gas Dr. Lily Pearce made from Xenomorph acid at Storr's Boon in Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2. Weyland-Yutani developed it on LV-558 from 2204 to 2207 as a prototype weapon. Exposure left Pearce sick, and Fireteam Chimaera destroyed the known stores in 2207.
By Janno Vares September 08, 2026 Aliens Fireteam 2 Lore | Xenomorph Appearance
LV-895: Pala Station And The Katanga Jungle World
LV-895 was the jungle world of Aliens: Fireteam Elite and Weston Ochse's Aliens: Infiltrator. Weyland-Yutani ran Pala Station on the surface and the old Seegson refinery Katanga in orbit. In 2202 the UAS Endeavor fought the Katanga hive, disabled Asset Zero, and killed the Pathogen Queen in the ruins.
By Janno Vares September 08, 2026 Alien Universe Planets | LV Planets | Space Jockey Lore
Pathogen Queen: Fireteam Elite's White Hive Boss
The Pathogen Queen was a white, infected Xenomorph Queen under LV-895 in Aliens: Fireteam Elite. In 2202, Promise of the Flower sent UAS Endeavor Marines into Engineer ruins and a hive grown wild by Black Goo. She climbed the nest walls, spilled white fluid from her mouth, and died in a direct fight.
By Janno Vares September 07, 2026 Individual Xenomorphs | Xenomorph Leaders | Pathogen Creatures
Dorian Sudler: Cold Forge Auditor & Main Villain
Dorian Sudler was a Weyland-Yutani Special Resources auditor in Alex White's Alien: The Cold Forge. He arrived on station RB-232 in 2179 to fire the crew, herded survivors into the Xenomorph hive after the kennel break, and died as a Facehugger host in his quarters as the Cold Forge fell toward Kaufmann.
By Janno Vares September 07, 2026 Alien Universe Characters
Working Joe: Seegson's Cheap Labor Android
The Working Joe was Seegson's cheap labor android, a rubber-skinned mannequin tied to the APOLLO mainframe. On Sevastopol Station in 2137 the Joes strangled civilians after Special Order 939, including Working Joe 937 Chuck. In 2207 packs of Joes guarded Dr. Pearce on LV-558.
By Janno Vares September 07, 2026 Alien Universe Androids
Pvt. Tim Crowe: Bug Hunt Past & Hive Death
Private Tim Crowe was a Colonial Marine rifleman on the USS Sulaco in Aliens, service number A46/TQ1.0.98712E6. He took an M41A into the Hadley's Hope hive and died in Frost's magazine cook-off. Foster's novelization had a Warrior take him as a host.
By Janno Vares September 06, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Colonial Marine Characters | Colonial Marine Lore
Esther 1089-12/A7: Fireteam Elite Synthetic
Esther 1089-12/A7 was the battalion synthetic aboard the UAS Endeavor in Aliens: Fireteam Elite. Weyland-Yutani built her in 2172 at Eko Atlantic. She decrypted LV-895 logs, then joined Fireteam Banshee on LV-558 in Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2.
By Janno Vares September 06, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Alien Universe Androids | Colonial Marine Lore
Pvt. Trevor Wierzbowski: Bug Hunt Past & Hive Death
Private Trevor Wierzbowski was a Colonial Marine rifleman on the USS Sulaco in Aliens, service number A14/TQ8.0.20034E7. He took an M240 flamethrower into the Hadley's Hope hive, survived Frost's magazine cook-off, and was taken off camera. Foster's novelization gave him lines Frost spoke on film.
By Janno Vares September 04, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Colonial Marine Characters | Colonial Marine Lore
Engineer Hybrid: Fireteam 2 Human-Engineer Mix
The Engineer hybrids in Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 were human-Engineer creatures Dr. Lily Pearce built at Storr's Boon to treat Acidium exposure. She used a dead Engineer and more than a hundred colonists, then kept the survivors frozen. Fireteam Banshee killed about a dozen on LV-558 in 2207.
By Janno Vares September 04, 2026 Aliens Fireteam 2 Lore | Aliens Fireteam 2 Enemies | Space Jockey Lore
Seegson Corporation: Isolation Rival Of Weyland-Yutani
The Seegson Corporation was a European conglomerate that sold cheap alternatives to Weyland-Yutani, from Working Joe androids to the APOLLO mainframe. It bought Sevastopol Station, sold that freeport in 2137, then kept fighting through the Cold Forge raid and a Seegson botanist on BG-791 in 2187.
By Janno Vares September 04, 2026 Alien Universe Companies
Blue Marsalis: Cold Forge Geneticist Turned Xenomorph
Blue Grace Marsalis was a Johns Hopkins geneticist dying of Bishara's Syndrome who ran live Xenomorph work on Weyland-Yutani station RB-232, the Cold Forge, in 2179. She left with a praepotens sample, then died on Ghasreh Shab in 2184 after infecting herself and becoming a speaking Xenomorph.
By Janno Vares September 04, 2026 Alien Universe Scientists | Alien Universe Characters | Xenomorph Encounter Survivors
Biodrone: Engineered XX121B Xenomorph Type
The Biodrone, tagged XX121B, was an engineered drone from Weyland-Yutani's Project Life Force. Dr. N.L. Babak meant the type to stay at drone stage, live about six days, and kill without starting a hive. In Alien: Enemy of My Enemy, biodrones overran the LV-846 summit in 2187.
By Janno Vares September 04, 2026 Xenomorph Appearance
Timothy Hoenikker: Pala Station Scientist & Survivor
Dr. Timothy Hoenikker was a Weyland-Yutani theoretical archaeologist from Brooklyn who survived Pala Station in Weston Ochse's Aliens: Infiltrator. After Monica killed Kash on the San Lorenzo, Endeavor Marines pulled him off Katanga in Aliens: Fireteam Elite.
By Janno Vares September 03, 2026 Alien Universe Scientists | Alien Universe Characters | Xenomorph Encounter Survivors
United States Colonial Marine Corps: Full Guide To USCM
The United States Colonial Marine Corps was the United Americas force-in-readiness, founded by the National Security Act of 2101. It peaked at 240,000 Marines after Tientsin, dropped to 165,000 by the Aliens year, and fielded small rifle platoons from Marine Space Forces Sol, Eridani, and Herculis.
By Janno Vares September 03, 2026 Colonial Marine Lore
Marcel Apone: Al's Brother And Il Conde Captain
Captain Marcel Apone commanded the Il Conde in T. R. Napper's 2023 Titan novel Aliens: Bishop. He was Sergeant Al Apone's younger brother, boarded the Patna and the Chinese warship Xinjiang for the rebuilt Bishop, and was alive with a broken arm when the Hardboiled left for the Far Reach.
By Janno Vares September 02, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Colonial Marine Characters | Colonial Marine Lore
PFC Daniel Spunkmeyer: The Bug Stomper Crew Chief
Private First Class Daniel Spunkmeyer was the Colonial Marine crew chief from Aliens who loaded Bug Stomper, rode shotgun with Ferro to LV-426, and died when a stowaway Warrior hit him in the cargo bay. The crash wrecked the APC and stranded the survivors at Hadley's Hope.
By Janno Vares September 02, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Colonial Marine Characters | Colonial Marine Lore
Storr's Boon: Weyland-Yutani Mining Colony On LV-558
Storr's Boon was the Weyland-Yutani mining colony on LV-558 that Fireteam Chimaera entered in 2207 after Dr. Pearce's distress call reached the UAS Endeavor. The company hid Xenomorph work behind the mine and the atmosphere processor.
By Janno Vares September 02, 2026 Aliens Fireteam 2 Lore | Alien Universe Colonies
Cpl. Colette Ferro: The Bug Stomper Dropship Pilot
Corporal Colette Ferro was the Colonial Marine dropship pilot from Aliens who flew Bug Stomper on the Sulaco drop to LV-426 and died when a stowaway Warrior hit the cockpit. The crash wrecked the APC and stranded the survivors at Hadley's Hope.
By Janno Vares September 01, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Colonial Marine Characters | Colonial Marine Lore
General Olivia Shipp: From Zagreus To The Endeavor
Olivia Shipp was a United Americas Colonial Marine who survived the 2172 Zagreus outbreak in Alien: Echo as a teenager, then fought at Katanga as a corporal, served with the Jackals, commanded the UAS Endeavor as colonel in 2202, and closed the 2207 LV-558 campaign as a general.
By Janno Vares September 01, 2026 Aliens Fireteam 2 Lore | Alien Universe Characters | Colonial Marine Characters
Colonial Marine M3 Armor: Specs, Layers, Helmet & Lore
The M3 Pattern Personal Armor is the Colonial Marine fighting vest from Aliens. This article covers the Tech Manual layer stack, the M10 helmet comms suite, Hadley's Hope use, and later plate from Fireteam Elite and Fireteam Elite 2.
By Janno Vares August 31, 2026 Colonial Marine Lore
Cpl. Cynthia Dietrich: Sulaco Corpsman & Bug Hunt Past
Corporal Cynthia Dietrich was the Sulaco corpsman from Aliens who checked Newt after the colony sweep and was the first Marine taken in the hive. Her flamethrower lit Frost and the confiscated magazines. Aliens: Bug Hunt put her on leave with Frost at Sullivan 9 and on Clytemnestra with Apone's squad.
By Janno Vares August 30, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Colonial Marine Characters | Colonial Marine Lore
M577 APC: Colonial Marine Armored Personnel Carrier
The M577 Armored Personnel Carrier is the Colonial Marine drop-transport APC from Aliens. This article covers the Tech Manual build, crew and command center, weapons variants, the LV-426 extraction, and later comics, games, and toys.
By Janno Vares August 30, 2026 Alien Universe Vehicles | Colonial Marine Lore
Crusher Xenomorph: The Plated Charger From Alien Games
The Crusher is a heavily armored quadruped Xenomorph caste. Aliens: Colonial Marines introduced it on LV-426, Dark Descent used it as a rare charger on Lethe, and Fireteam Elite kept the plated-skull charge that soaks hits from the front.
By Janno Vares August 29, 2026 Aliens Fireteam 2 Lore | Aliens Fireteam 2 Enemies | Xenomorphs From The Games
PFC Ricco Frost: Bug Hunt Past & Expanded Lore
Private First Class Ricco Frost was a Colonial Marine rifleman from Aliens who hauled confiscated magazines in the hive and died when Dietrich's flamethrower lit him and the bag. Aliens: Bug Hunt put him on leave with Dietrich at Sullivan 9 and on Clytemnestra with Apone's squad.
By Janno Vares August 29, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Colonial Marine Characters | Colonial Marine Lore
P-5000 Power Loader: Specifications & Lore
The Caterpillar P-5000 Powered Work Loader is the Colonial Marine cargo exo-suit from Aliens. This article covers the Tech Manual build, how operators run it, Ripley's fight with the Queen on the Sulaco, and later loaders in comics and games.
By Janno Vares August 28, 2026 Alien Universe Vehicles | Colonial Marine Lore
Lt. Scott Gorman: Combat Drops, LV-426 Command & Death
Lieutenant Scott Gorman was the green Colonial Marine officer from Aliens who ran the Sulaco drop from the APC, froze in the hive ambush, then died with Vasquez in the Hadley's Hope vents. Expanded lore gives him no earlier past beyond drop counts and a company-placed command.
By Janno Vares August 28, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Colonial Marine Characters | Colonial Marine Lore
Exploder Xenomorph: Fireteam 2's Volatile Runner
The Exploder is a Volatile Runner Xenomorph in Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2. Cold Iron Studios lists it as a suicide pressure unit with a Medium (situational) threat. A pustule-covered sac on its back detonates at close range, and a burning Exploder dies with a larger blast.
By Janno Vares August 28, 2026 Aliens Fireteam 2 Lore | Aliens Fireteam 2 Enemies | Xenomorphs From The Games
M240 Flamethrower: Incinerator Specs, Fuel & Lore
The M240 Flamethrower is the Colonial Marine carbine incinerator from Aliens. This article covers the Tech Manual build, fuel and tactics, the Hadley's Hope last stand, and later flame weapons from Alien, Resurrection, and Fireteam.
By Janno Vares August 27, 2026 Alien Universe Weapons | Colonial Marine Lore
Aliens Fireteam Elite 1 & 2 Timeline: The Story So Far
A chronological account of the Aliens: Fireteam Elite story, from the later Colonial Marine Corps and the commissioning of the UAS Endeavor through Pala Station, the 2202 LV-895 campaign, Promise of the Flower, and the 2207 distress call at LV-558.
By Janno Vares August 25, 2026 Alien And Predator Timelines | Sci Fi Movie Timelines
Sgt. Al Apone: Bug Hunt Past, LV-426 & Brother Explained
Sergeant Alexander Apone was the Colonial Marine platoon sergeant from Aliens who ran the Sulaco squad, burned the first Chestburster on LV-426, and was taken in the hive. Aliens: Bishop later brought in his younger brother, Captain Marcel Apone.
By Janno Vares August 25, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Colonial Marine Characters | Colonial Marine Lore
Striker: Fireteam 2's Pathogen Brute Explained
The Striker is a pale pathogen brute in Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2. Cold Iron first fielded it as the Pathogen Brute in the Promise of the Flower expansion. Club arms, a relentless chase, and no clean weak point make it a High-threat melee pursuer.
By Janno Vares August 24, 2026 Aliens Fireteam 2 Lore | Aliens Fireteam 2 Enemies | Pathogen Creatures
UA 571-C Automated Sentry Gun: Specs, Display & Variants
The UA 571-C Automated Sentry Gun is the Colonial Marine remote perimeter weapon from Aliens. This article covers the Tech Manual build, IFF and sensor suite, the Hadley's Hope last stand from the novelization, and how the film props were made.
By Janno Vares August 24, 2026 Alien Universe Weapons | Colonial Marine Lore
Harbinger: Fireteam 2's Pathogen Hunter
The Harbinger is a pathogen-mutated Hunter in Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2. Cold Iron Studios lists it as a Pursuit and Lockdown threat with a High rating. A multi-armed body built around an oversized maw chases a squad and pins Marines with a grapple.
By Janno Vares August 24, 2026 Aliens Fireteam 2 Lore | Aliens Fireteam 2 Enemies | Pathogen Creatures
PFC Mark Drake: Origins With Vasquez, Smartgun & Hive Death
Private First Class Mark Drake was a Colonial Marine smartgunner from Aliens who died covering the hive retreat when Warrior acid hit him. Aliens: Vasquez gave him a prison gym start with Jenette Vasquez and the same Corps contract.
By Janno Vares August 23, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Colonial Marine Characters | Colonial Marine Lore
Monica Xenomorph: Subject Three From Pala Station
Monica Enright became Subject Three, the striped Pathogen Drone from Weston Ochse's Aliens: Infiltrator. After Pala Station fell she rode the shuttle to the San Lorenzo, killed Dr. Erin Kash, and spent two weeks hunting Dr. Timothy Hoenikker on Katanga until a UAS Endeavor fireteam dropped her.
By Janno Vares August 22, 2026 Individual Xenomorphs | Xenomorph Appearance | Pathogen Creatures
Bishop Android Profile: Origins & New Body After Alien 3
Bishop was the Hyperdyne Systems 341-B android from Aliens, science officer on the USS Sulaco. He crawled the colony conduit, was torn apart by the Queen, asked Ripley to disconnect him on Fury 161, and later woke in a new body in Aliens: Bishop.
By Janno Vares August 22, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Colonial Marine Lore | Alien Universe Androids
Subject Seven Xenomorph: The White Alpha From Infiltrator
Subject Seven was the white Alpha Xenomorph from Weston Ochse's Aliens: Infiltrator. Weyland-Yutani scientists at Pala Station on LV-895 created it from an unnamed prisoner after treating the egg with irradiated Black Goo. It led the other drones without a Queen.
By Janno Vares August 22, 2026 Individual Xenomorphs | Xenomorph Appearance | Xenomorph Leaders
PFC William Hudson: Origin & Fate Of The Ultimate Badass
Private First Class William Hudson was the Sulaco combat technician in Aliens who had four weeks left, panicked after the dropship crash, then held Operations until a Warrior dragged him under the floor, later found cocooned with a chestburster wound.
By Janno Vares August 21, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Colonial Marine Characters | Colonial Marine Lore
Siren Xenomorph: Fireteam 2's Living Alarm
The Siren is a Support / Caller Xenomorph in Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2. Cold Iron Studios lists it as a reinforcement beacon with low direct threat and high indirect threat. Vibrating dorsal-tube flaps carry the scream that calls more Xenomorphs into the fight.
By Janno Vares August 20, 2026 Aliens Fireteam 2 Lore | Aliens Fireteam 2 Enemies | Xenomorphs From The Games
M314 Motion Tracker: Simulator & Tech Specs
The M314 Motion Tracker is the Colonial Marine ultrasound Doppler scanner from Aliens. Hudson and Hicks carried it at Hadley's Hope. The Tech Manual gives its range and limits. The film prop was a Kango 426 hammer drill dressed with photo-shop parts.
By Janno Vares August 20, 2026 Colonial Marine Lore
The Marauder: Fireteam 2's New Marine Class Explained
The Marauder is a remade Colonial Marine class in Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, built around a rifle plus a heavy weapon, shoulder-mounted Blast Cannon and Titan Rockets kits, and perks that reward kill streaks and melee knockback.
By Janno Vares August 19, 2026 Aliens Fireteam 2 Lore | Colonial Marine Lore | News
PFC Jenette Vasquez: Origins With Drake, Children & Relatives
Private First Class Jenette Vasquez was a Colonial Marine smartgunner from Aliens who died with Gorman in the Hadley's Hope vents. Aliens: Vasquez gave her a Los Angeles family, prison time with Mark Drake, and twins raised by her sister Roseanna.
By Janno Vares August 19, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Colonial Marine Characters | Colonial Marine Lore
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 Weapons Named And Listed
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 rebuilds Colonial Marine loadouts around a primary weapon plus a signature weapon. Cold Iron's 2026 class showcases have already named the Daittyo, Alamein, Zephyr, Type 111, X1 Fireball, Type 21, L56A3 Smartgun, and other class guns.
By Janno Vares August 18, 2026 Aliens Fireteam 2 Lore | Colonial Marine Lore | Alien Universe Weapons
Failed Ripley Clones 1-7: Each Individual Clone Explained
The failed Ripley clones were the first seven attempts to rebuild Ellen Ripley aboard the USM Auriga. This article covers each numbered clone, Ripley 8, Wren's plan to grow hundreds more, and how the lab appears in the Resurrection comic and PlayStation game.
By Janno Vares August 18, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Xenomorphs From The Movies
Necromorph Xenomorph: The Diseased Alien From Prototype
The Necromorph was a diseased Xenomorph from Tim Waggoner's Alien: Prototype. Dr. Millard Gagnon named it after leftover cellular necrosis passed from host Hassan Bagrov into the larva. The adult hunted through Venture's V-22 Lodge on Jericho 3, coughed mutated necrosis into rooms and vents.
By Janno Vares August 18, 2026 Individual Xenomorphs | Xenomorph Appearance
Warden Xenomorph: Fireteam 2's Heavy Bruiser
The Warden is a Heavy Bruiser Xenomorph in Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2. Cold Iron Studios lists it as stockier than a Praetorian, with speed bursts, melee knockdowns, and ranged acid that locks a squad in place. It is not a Xenomorph King.
By Janno Vares August 18, 2026 Aliens Fireteam 2 Lore | Aliens Fireteam 2 Enemies | Xenomorphs From The Games
Deep Space Salvage Team Explained: Ship & Crewmembers
A three-man deep-space salvage crew recovered Ellen Ripley and Jones from the Narcissus on 16 May 2179. The ranging vessel carried the registration GM28223. Alien: River of Pain names the boarders Jernigan, Landers, and Fleet.
By Janno Vares August 18, 2026 Alien Universe Ships | Alien Universe Characters
The Specialist: Fireteam 2's Endgame Marine Class Explained
The Specialist is the new endgame Colonial Marine class in Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, built around unlocked abilities, perks, and signature weapons from Marauder, Duelist, Machinist, Hunter, and Medic, mixed into one custom loadout.
By Janno Vares August 17, 2026 Aliens Fireteam 2 Lore | Colonial Marine Lore | News
Rachel Miller-Hicks: Hicks's Wife And Paradox Marine
Rachel Miller-Hicks was a United States Colonial Marine and the wife of Dwayne Hicks in Aliens: Bug Hunt. She died aboard the Paradox on an airless moon years before Aliens, and Hicks recovered her body on a later reclamation job.
By Janno Vares August 16, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Colonial Marine Characters | Colonial Marine Lore
Chris Hooper: Marion Chief Engineer And Last Survivor
Chris Hooper was the Kelland Mining Company chief engineer aboard the DSMO Marion in Alien: Out of the Shadows. After the Delilah collision he took command, sent Ellen Ripley back into hypersleep, and was left adrift in the Samson as the last survivor.
By Janno Vares August 16, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Xenomorph Encounter Survivors
DSMO Marion: Kelland Mining Freighter Over LV-178
The DSMO Marion was the Kelland Mining Company orbital freighter that supported the trimonite dig on LV-178 in Alien: Out of the Shadows. After the Delilah crash and a Xenomorph outbreak, the ship fell into a decaying orbit and broke up over the planet.
By Janno Vares August 16, 2026 Alien Universe Ships | Weyland Yutani Ships
LV-178: New Galveston And The Kelland Mine
LV-178 was the Outer Rim mining planet of Alien: Out of the Shadows, later terraformed and settled as New Galveston in Alien: Sea of Sorrows. The same rock held the Kelland trimonite dig, a buried non-terrestrial ship, and the black-sand Sea of Sorrows.
By Janno Vares August 16, 2026 Alien Universe Planets | LV Planets | Alien Universe Colonies
Demian Brackett: Hadley's Hope Marine Captain
Demian Brackett was the United States Colonial Marine captain in command of the Hadley's Hope security detail in Alien: River of Pain. He arrived on LV-426 in June 2179, fought the Xenomorph outbreak under Atmosphere Processor One, and escaped on Weyland-Yutani's secret science evacuation ship.
By Janno Vares August 16, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Colonial Marine Characters | Xenomorph Encounter Survivors
Alan Decker: ICC Empath And Ripley Descendant
Alan Decker was an Interstellar Commerce Commission deputy commissioner and Ripley-line descendant at the center of Alien: Sea of Sorrows. After his blood woke a dormant hive under New Galveston's Sea of Sorrows, Weyland-Yutani forced him to guide mercenaries into the old LV-178 mine.
By Janno Vares August 16, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Xenomorph Encounter Survivors
The Ripley Family: Husbands, Fathers & Distant Relatives
The Ripley family is best known through Ellen Ripley and her daughter Amanda, but expanded stories also name the husbands and fathers around them, a 1950s ancestor named Daniel Ripley, and the clone Ripley 8. This article lists every known relative to Ellen Ripley.
By Janno Vares August 13, 2026 Alien Universe Characters
The Medic: Fireteam 2's New Marine Class Explained
The Medic is a remade Colonial Marine class in Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, built around Combat Stims, a returning Advanced Trauma Station that can buff or poison, close-range signature weapons, and revive perks that keep a fireteam standing.
By Janno Vares August 12, 2026 Aliens Fireteam 2 Lore | Colonial Marine Lore | News
Hadley's Hope Colonists Listed: Every Name From Lore
A sourced roster of named Hadley's Hope colonists on LV-426, led by the film-facing settlers from Aliens, then additions from the novelization, Newt's Tale, Fire and Stone, The Blueprints, the Weyland-Yutani Report, River of Pain, Bug Hunt, and Aftermath.
By Janno Vares August 12, 2026 Alien Universe Colonies | Alien Universe Characters
Colonial Marine Equipment: List Of USCM Field Gear
A list of United States Colonial Marine Corps field equipment, from Armat M3 Pattern Personal Armor and the M10 Ballistic Helmet through motion trackers, sentry control terminals, PDT/L personal locators, the corpsman medic pouch, and the Caterpillar P-5000 Powered Work Loader from Aliens and the Tech Manual.
By Janno Vares August 09, 2026 Colonial Marine Lore
Dwayne Hicks: Aliens Marine Profile With Origin & Fates
Corporal Dwayne Hicks was a Colonial Marine from Aliens who took command on LV-426, survived acid burns, protected Newt, and died in Alien 3 continuity. Expanded lore covers his wife Rachel, alternate survival paths, and major figure lines.
By Janno Vares August 08, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Colonial Marine Characters | Colonial Marine Lore
The Duelist: Fireteam 2's New Marine Class Explained
The Duelist is a remade Colonial Marine class in Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, built around two primary rifle slots, Stay on Target damage stacking, Mobility, Burst Configuration, and Shrapnel Grenade upgrades that reward aggressive sustained fire.
By Janno Vares August 08, 2026 Aliens Fireteam 2 Lore | Colonial Marine Lore | News
Sevastopol Station: Full Guide To The Isolation Freeport
Sevastopol Station was a Seegson commercial freeport orbiting the gas giant KG-348 in the Zeta Reticuli system. Built as a trade and resource hub, it declined into a skeleton crew outpost before a Xenomorph outbreak in 2137 wiped out its population and sent the station into KG-348's atmosphere.
By Janno Vares August 08, 2026 Alien Universe Space Stations
Colonial Marine Ranks: The Ultimate Guide
Colonial Marine ranks from Private to General across Aliens, the Colonial Marines Technical Manual, Fireteam Elite's UACM chart, the licensed 1991 Leading Edge Adventure Game ladder, and Free League's Colonial Marines Operations Manual billet tables, including warrants, staff NCO tracks, and android billets.
By Janno Vares August 07, 2026 Colonial Marine Lore
UAS Endeavor: The Fireteam Elite Colonial Marine Ship
The UAS Endeavor was a United Americas Colonial Marine Tientsin-class assault ship and the player hub in Aliens: Fireteam Elite. Commissioned in 2194 and commanded by Colonel Olivia Shipp during the 2202 LV-895 campaign, it supported elite fireteams against Xenomorph and Pathogen threats.
By Janno Vares August 07, 2026 Aliens Fireteam 2 Lore | Alien Universe Ships | Colonial Marine Lore
Ripley 8: Origins & Fate Of The Resurrection Clone
Ripley 8 was the eighth successful clone of Ellen Ripley, created aboard the USM Auriga two hundred years after Ripley's death on Fury 161. She carried human and Xenomorph DNA, escaped with the Betty crew, and later appeared in Aliens: Original Sin and Aliens versus Predator versus The Terminator.
By Janno Vares August 06, 2026 Alien Universe Characters | Xenomorph Encounter Survivors
The Dragon: Guide To The Alien 3 Xenomorph
The Dragon was the solitary Xenomorph from Alien 3 that terrorized Fiorina 161. Born from a quadrupedal host, it hunted the prison colony, was briefly trapped in the Special Edition, and was destroyed with molten lead and thermal shock.
By Janno Vares August 06, 2026 Individual Xenomorphs | Xenomorphs From The Movies
Hadley's Hope Colony: History, Mapped Areas & Final Fate
Hadley's Hope was the Weyland-Yutani terraforming colony on LV-426 that housed 158 people before a Xenomorph outbreak wiped it out in Aliens. Covers the colony's history, Operations, Medlab, landing area, maps, the Atmosphere Processor, the final blast, and Expanded Universe ruins.
By Janno Vares August 04, 2026 Alien Universe Colonies
The Hunter: Fireteam 2's New Marine Class Explained
The Hunter is a remade Colonial Marine class in Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, built around slowing prey with Particle Pulse and Stasis Bolt, signature railgun and particle weapons, and weak-point damage perks that reward precision under heavy fire.
By Janno Vares August 04, 2026 Aliens Fireteam 2 Lore | Colonial Marine Lore | News
Nostromo Crew Profiles: The Full Dossier From Aliens
During Ripley's board of inquiry in Aliens, the Company cycles through closed personnel files for the lost USCSS Nostromo crew. This page recreates those green terminal dossiers as they appeared on screen, with the original prop wording.
By Janno Vares August 03, 2026 Alien Universe Characters
All Xenomorph Types From Dead By Daylight Explained
Dead by Daylight added the Xenomorph as a Killer in CHAPTER 29: Alien, then expanded it with outfit variants tied to Alien films, events, and original Fog lore. This guide covers the default Xenomorph and the major cosmetic types, from Grid and Queen to Juggernaut, Molting, Deep Sea, and the Xenomorph King.
By Janno Vares August 03, 2026 Xenomorphs From The Games | Alien Games
The Five Companies of Alien: Earth Explained
In Alien: Earth, five megacorporations replace national governments and divide Earth into corporate territories. The Five are Weyland-Yutani, Prodigy, Threshold, Lynch, and Dynamic, with Prodigy as the newest player. Covers each firm's map holdings and how this Corporate Era clashes with older Alien lore.
By Janno Vares August 03, 2026 Alien Earth Lore | Alien Universe Companies
Every Colonial Marine From Aliens: Past Bug Hunts & Bios
Bios and expanded backgrounds for all 12 USS Sulaco Colonial Marines from Aliens, plus Bishop. Covers film roles, ranks, and what Bug Hunt, Aliens: Vasquez, comics, and games add beyond the doomed Hadley's Hope mission.
By Janno Vares August 02, 2026 Colonial Marine Lore | Alien Universe Characters
The Five Creatures of Alien: Earth Explained
Alien: Earth expands the franchise beyond a single monster by putting five alien species aboard the Weyland-Yutani research vessel USCSS Maginot. This guide covers each specimen recovered during the ship's 65-year mission.
By Janno Vares August 02, 2026 Alien Earth Lore
Killer Croc Xenomorph: The Feral Hybrid Who Fought Batman
The Killer Croc Xenomorph was the most dangerous Arkham hybrid in Batman/Aliens II. Spliced from Waylon Jones DNA and Xenomorph biomatter by Dr. Fortune, it killed its creator before Batman brought it down in power armor.
By Janno Vares July 30, 2026 Alien And Predator Crossovers | Xenomorph Appearance | Individual Xenomorphs
White Hybrid King: The Xenomorph Who Could Speak
The White Hybrid King led Toy's genetically engineered white hybrids in Aliens vs. Predator: Deadliest of the Species. Larger and smarter than his drones, he fought Big Mama and the Trophy Hatchling before dying when a Queen's chestburster tore through him.
By Janno Vares July 30, 2026 Individual Xenomorphs | Xenomorphs From The Comics | Xenomorph Leaders
The Machinist: Fireteam 2's New Marine Class Explained
The Machinist is a remade tech-support Colonial Marine class in Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, built around energy weapons, a modifiable Sentry Turret, a Bodyguard Drone, and stackable machine-learning perks that reward holding ground with deployables.
By Janno Vares July 29, 2026 Aliens Fireteam 2 Lore | Colonial Marine Lore | News
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 Classes Revealed: Full Roundup
Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2 rebuilds the Colonial Marine class roster around Marauder, Duelist, Machinist, Hunter, and Medic, then adds Specialist as a mix-and-match endgame class unlocked by leveling the others.
By Janno Vares July 16, 2026 Aliens Fireteam 2 Lore | Colonial Marine Lore | News
Ultimate Badass Colonial Marines: Ranking USCM Soldiers
Most Colonial Marine missions end in a body count. This ranking picks the USCM soldiers who still stand out across movies, games, and comics — the ones who held the line, killed Queens, or clawed their way off a dead colony when everyone else was already gone.
By Janno Vares July 15, 2026 Colonial Marine Lore | Alien Universe Characters
10 Alien Scientists More Insane Than Ash, Ranked
The Alien Expanded Universe is full of scientists who lost their minds chasing the perfect organism. Spanning comics, games and movies, here are 10 ranked by madness, charisma, research impact and source quality. Each is more unhinged than Ash from Alien.
By Janno Vares July 14, 2026 Alien Universe Scientists | Alien Universe Characters
Mr. Sinister Xenomorph: Hybrid Who Fought The Avengers
The Mr. Sinister Xenomorph was a powerful red Xenomorph Queen hybrid that appeared in Marvel's Aliens vs. Avengers comic series. It was created when the X-Men villain Mister Sinister deliberately infected himself with a Facehugger and emerged as an enhanced Alien organism.
By Janno Vares July 08, 2026 Xenomorph Leaders | Individual Xenomorphs | Xenomorphs From The Comics
Power Loaders & Mech Suits: AvP Exoskeletons, Ranked
From the Caterpillar P-5000 Power Loader to combat exoskeletons like the MOX Berserker and Predator Killer, this guide covers powered mech suits across Alien vs. Predator movies, games, and comics, compared by battlefield role, firepower, and survivability.
By Janno Vares June 30, 2026 Alien Universe Vehicles | Alien Universe Weapons | Alien Universe Androids
Biggest Xenomorph Hives and Infestations, Ranked
Xenomorph hives range from a single waste tank on a research vessel to planet-wide breeding grounds ruled by a Queen Mother or an Empress. This ranking covers the largest infestations in Alien movies, games, and comics.
By Janno Vares June 29, 2026 Xenomorph Behavior
Stompy: Origins & Fate Of The Alien Isolation Xenomorph
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: Origins & Final Fate Of Ellen's Daughter
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
Red King Xenomorph: Red Skull's Alien Queen Hybrid
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: Trailer, Storyline & All We Know
Alien: Isolation 2 is Creative Assembly and Sega's survival horror sequel. It follows Weyland-Yutani manager Blake on storm-hit LV-921 and at Kurosaki Station, a few months after Isolation, when the ejected Gemini Labs module crashes and an unkillable Xenomorph hunts the colony.
By Janno Vares June 07, 2026 Alien Games | Upcoming Alien Games | News
Big Chap Xenomorph: Profile Of Kane's Son
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
Venom Xenomorph: The Hybrid Who Ended the Avengers War
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
Red Queen: The Ruler Who Challenged The Queen Mother
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
Xenoborg: The Star-Trek-Like Xenomorph Super-Soldier
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
Scorched Xenomorph: The Scarred & Electrified Alien
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
DNA Reflex: How Xenomorphs Inherit Host Traits
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
Alpha Xenomorph: The Goat-Hybrid Alien Specimen
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
Drone Xenomorph: Behavior, Biology & Warrior Differences
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
Goddess Xenomorph: The Woman In The Dark
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
Empress Xenomorph: The Planet-Ruling Queen of Queens
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, and her role in the hive.
By Janno Vares May 18, 2026 Xenomorph Leaders | Individual Xenomorphs | Xenomorphs From The Games
Specimen 6: The Xenomorph That Turned Into A Queen
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
New Xenomorph Types In Aliens: Fireteam 2 Revealed
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 Aliens Fireteam 2 Lore | Xenomorphs From The Games | News
Trilobite: The Giant Proto-Facehugger From Prometheus
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
Hammerpede: The Xenocobra From Prometheus
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
Matriarch Xenomorph: The Ancient Hag Queen of BG-386
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
Super Facehugger: The Royal Xenomorph Facehugger
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
Runner Xenomorph: The Fastest Quadruped Alien
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
Xenomorph Queen Mother: The Highest Alien Rank
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
Yutani Family Tree: Every Known Relative Explained
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
Bishop's Tunnel: Where's The Entrance & Exit?
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
Weyland Family Tree: Every Known Relative Explained
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
Alien Universe Maps: Galaxy Charts & Location Schematics
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
UD-4 Cheyenne: Overview Of The Aliens Dropship
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
Type 337 EEV: Guide To The Sulaco's Lifeboat
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
Narcissus Shuttle: Nostromo Lifeboat Specs & Detours
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
Betty: Origins & Fate Of The Alien Resurrection Ship
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
USCSS Covenant: Origins, Specs & Final Fate
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
Alien Quiz: Which Xenomorph Are You?
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
USCSS Prometheus: Origins, Specs & Fate Of Wreckage
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: Profile Of Thia's Android Sister
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
Super Power Loader: Guide To The Badlands Mech Suit
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
M56 Smartgun Explained: Specs, Types & Operators
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
Xenomorph vs. Na'vi: Who Would Win?
Xenomorph vs. Na'vi is a speculative crossover matchup set between the Alien and Avatar universes. This article provides a neutral examination of both species and outlines the major factors that would influence such a fight.
By Janno Vares December 07, 2025 Avatar Lore | Alien And Predator Crossovers
LV-223: Full Travel Guide To The Prometheus Planet
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 | LV Planets | Space Jockey Lore
USM Auriga: The Biggest Ship In The Alien Universe
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: Profile Of The Cut-In-Half Weyland-Yutani Android
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: Anatomy Of Alien Earth's Eye Octopus
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: Details Of The Weyland-Yutani Rival
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
USCSS Maginot: A Guide To The Alien Earth Ship
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: The Prometheus Fan Community
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: A Guide To The Badlands Death Planet
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 Universe Planets | Predator Badlands Lore | Yautja Society
Xenomorph Ranks Hierarchy: From Embryo To Queen Mother
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
Alien Name Generator: Creating A Xenomorph Nickname
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: Full Guide To The Prison Planet
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 Colonies | Alien Universe Planets
Xenomorph Tail: Length, Features, And Anatomy
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
Xenomorph Blood: Hidden Secrets of the Alien's Acid
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
Xenomorph Dorsal Tubes: What Are They Used For?
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: Full History And Hidden Details
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
Red Xenomorph: Overview Of All Red Aliens
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
Hudson's "Game Over" Might Have a Hidden Meaning
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
Engineer Homeworld: The Space Jockey Origin Planet
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
Offspring: The Romulus Xenomorph-Human-Engineer Hybrid
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 | Alien Romulus Lore | Space Jockey Lore
Alien Timeline: The Order Of Alien Movies And TV Series
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: A Guide To The Alien Homeworld
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
Best Alien Movies: Ranking From Alien To Alien: Romulus
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 Merchandise
Xenomorphs On Earth: History Of Alien Infestations
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
Deadliest Xenomorphs: Ranking Of Alien Warriors
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
Romulus Lab: Weyland-Yutani's Z-01 Experiments Explained
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 Lore
Jackson's Star: Guide To The Alien Romulus Colony
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 Colonies | Alien Universe Planets | Alien Romulus Lore
Xenomorph Types: List Of All Alien Subspecies And Variants
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
USCSS Patna: Details You Might Have Missed
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
USS Sulaco: What Happened Before And After LV-426?
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: Full Travel Guide To Acheron Locations
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 | LV Planets
USCSS Nostromo: Origins And Specifications
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
Alien: Romulus Xenomorphs Listed And Explained
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 | Alien Romulus Lore
Alien Romulus Androids Explained: Andy And Rook
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
Romulus F44AA Pulse Rifle Explained: History & Specs
Set halfway between Alien and Aliens, Alien Romulus introduces a prototype Pulse Rifle, the iconic weapon used by the Colonial Marines decades later. In this article, find out how this prototype fits with the history of the Colonial Marines and the M41A Pulse Rifle, as established by the Expanded Universe.
By Janno Vares April 24, 2024 Alien Universe Weapons | Alien Romulus Lore | Colonial Marine Lore
Renaissance Station: The Alien Romulus Space Station
As confirmed by director Fede Alvarez, the Space Station from Alien Romulus is called Renaissance, not Romulus. The station is divided into two sections - a lab called Romulus, and an older part named Remus. In this article, find out everything we know about the Renaissance Station.
By Janno Vares April 09, 2024 Alien Universe Space Stations | Alien Romulus Lore
Corbelan IV: Guide To The Alien Romulus Ship
Unconventionally, the main ship from Alien Romulus is not called Romulus. The ship is named Corbelan IV, while Romulus is the biolab part of a space station designated as Renaissance. In this guide, find out everything we know about Corbelan IV and its role in the movie.
By Janno Vares April 07, 2024 Alien Universe Ships | Weyland Yutani Ships | Alien Romulus Lore
Ellen Ripley: Full Profile Of The Alien Survivor
Warrant Officer Ellen Ripley survived the Nostromo disaster, the LV-426 hive, and Fury 161 before returning as the clone Ripley 8. This profile covers her life from childhood on Luna through film, novel, comic, and game appearances.
By Janno Vares February 18, 2024 Alien Universe Characters | Xenomorph Encounter Survivors
Weyland-Yutani Explained: The Company And Its History
The Weyland-Yutani Corporation, often called The Company, ran colonies, ships, and synthetics under Building Better Worlds while treating crews as expendable to obtain Xenomorph specimens. Formed in 2099 from Weyland Corp and Yutani, it later collapsed, was bought by Walmart, and returned.
By Janno Vares February 05, 2024 Alien Universe Companies
Swimming Xenomorph: Can Aliens Survive Underwater?
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
Xenomorph Eggmorphing: From Cocoon To Egg
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
Xenomorph Queen Explained: Hive Mothers & Empresses
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
Xenomorph Mouth: A Guide To Alien Teeth And Jaws
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
Pink Xenomorph: The Rarest Xenomorph Color
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
Albino Xenomorph: List Of All White Aliens
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
Joker Xenomorph: The Rare Alien Who Fought Batman
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
Warrior Xenomorph: The Alien Soldier Caste
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
Space Jockey Xenomorph: Alien Born From An Engineer
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
Chestburster: Types And Abilities Of Infant Xenomorphs
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
Xenomorph Motivations: What Do The Xenomorphs Want?
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
Xenomorph Egg: Guide To The Alien Ovomorph
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
Xenomorph Lifespan: How Long Do Xenomorphs Live?
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
Protomorph: Guide To Alien Covenant's Praetomorph
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
Xenomorph Acid Spitting: Do All Aliens Spit Acid?
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
Facehugger: Anatomy And Types Of The Second Stage Alien
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
Deacon: Origins And Fate Of The Prometheus Alien
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
Xenomorph Eating Habits: What Do Xenomorphs Eat?
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
Praetorian Xenomorph: The Guardian Of The Queen
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
Taming A Xenomorph: Can Xenomorphs Become Friendly?
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
Newborn Alien: The Xenomorph Mutant Profile
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
The Meaning of Xenomorph: Alien Species Names Explained
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
Xenomorph Origins: Who Created The Xenomorphs?
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
Neomorph Explained: Origin, Anatomy And Life Cycle
The Neomorph (Plagiarus celerius) was a pale endoparasitoid from Alien: Covenant, related to the Xenomorph but born from Black Goo motes rather than eggs and facehuggers. It erupted as a bloodburster or mouthburster, grew to adult size within hours, and hunted without a hive.
By Janno Vares November 11, 2023 Xenomorph Appearance | Xenomorphs From The Movies | Pathogen Creatures
Grid Alien: An Alpha Xenomorph Profile
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
Xenomorph Anatomy: Exploring The Biology Of Aliens
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
Alien vs. Predator: Who Would Win In A Fight
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
M41A Pulse Rifle: History And Variants
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
Xenomorph Life Cycle: A Guide To Alien Evolution
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
Alien Egg On Sulaco: All Theories For The Alien 3 Mystery
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
Biggest Xenomorphs: Alien Size Comparison
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
Predalien: Guide To Xenomorphs Born From Predators
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
Xenomorph Weaknesses: How To Kill An Alien
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
Xenomorph Frog Explained: Origins & Creation Methods
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
Colonial Marines vs. Alien Queens Battles Ranked
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
Xenomorph Hybrids: List Of Genetically Enhanced Aliens
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
Black Goo Pathogen Mutations: Effects On Lifeforms
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
Xenomorph vs. Engineer Fights: History Of Extinction
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
Engineer Ships: Every Space Jockey Derelict Ship Listed
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
Colonial Marine Teams: List Of All USCM Units
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
Colonial Marine Ships: List Of Every Known USCM Vessel
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
Colonial Marine Vehicles: APCs and Tanks Of The USCM
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
Facehugger Removal: Before And After Embryo Implantation
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
Chestburster Removal: Embryo Extractions And Failures
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
Xenomorph Vision: Seeing Without Eyes
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
Predator vs. Engineer: Yautja Fighting Space Jockeys
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
Combat Androids: Synthetics Fighting Xenos And Yautja
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
Colonial Marine Officers: Notable USCM Commanders Listed
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
Greedy Mega-Corporations: Competitors Of Weyland-Yutani
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
Engineer Race Explained: Space Jockeys, Mala'kak & Origin
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
Colonial Marine Weapons: List Of USCM Arsenal
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
Android Xenomorphs: Attempts To Create Robotic Aliens
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
Xenomorph King Explained: Rogue, Hybrid King & More
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, the Kenner King Alien, and the Dead by Daylight King skin.
By Janno Vares April 18, 2018 Individual Xenomorphs | Xenomorph Appearance | Xenomorphs From The Comics
Female Xenomorph: Every Female Alien Type Explained
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
Hicks And Newt: Alternate Fates For Aliens Survivors
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 of them developed even after Alien 3 was released.
By Janno Vares November 05, 2017 Alien Universe Characters | Xenomorph Encounter Survivors
