The xenomorph (also known as a Xenomorph XX121, Internecivus raptus, or simply the alien or the creature [a]) [1] [2] [3] [4] is a fictional endoparasitoid extraterrestrial species that serves as the main antagonist of the Alien and Alien vs. Predator franchises.

The Xenomorph XX121, better known just as Xenomorph or the "Alien", is an extraterrestrial hive-based endoparasitoid with a multi-staged life cycle. Known to be extremely deadly and hostile, these creatures require a host organism in order to reproduce.

Jun 4, 2024 · Here is a comprehensive list of all Xenomorph types from the Alien movies and beyond, including the facehugger, chestburster, warrior, and Queen Xenomorph variants. The Xenomorph appearances and behavior vary based on the type of the host but also in the placement of the creatures in the Alien lifecycle.

Xenomorph XX121, commonly referred to as simply the Xenomorph, known colloquially as the Alien, and classified as XX121, is a highly aggressive endoparasitoid extraterrestrial species. The Xenomorphs are vicious predatory creatures with no higher goals than the propagation of their species and the destruction of any life that could pose a ...

Aug 9, 2024 · The Xenomorph species has many variations, from the Ovomorph to the Warrior, each with unique traits and abilities. The design of the Xenomorph, credited to artist H.R. Giger, has evolved with each new incarnation in the Alien franchise.

Apr 6, 2016 · The Xenomorph, also known as the titular “Alien” in the Alien film franchise, was designed by Swiss surrealist H.R. Giger in the late 1970s. His painting, “Necronom IV”, was used as concept-art...

Jul 24, 2024 · The terrifying Xenomorph drone is the iconic alien in its most basic, recurrent, and memorable form — an almost perfect organism that's as lethal as it is industrious.

Mar 20, 2024 · Let's take a look back at how the xenomorph, one of cinema's scariest monsters, was born and evolved across the Alien franchise.

May 22, 2017 · Xenomorphs protect a central female creature to ensure the continuation of their species. Though a large Queen births young xenomorphs still encased in warm eggs, all xenomorphs display...

Aug 15, 2024 · That includes the Xenomorphs, the alien race that has stalked the series since its inception. Despite 40 years of films, they’re still as mysterious as ever. Now that Alien: Romulus has slithered...