| rdfs:comment | - The Predator is a fictional extraterrestrial species as depicted in the Predator franchise of films, books, and games. While not established in the first two films, the alien character being merely “the Predator,” the names Yautja and Hish for its race have subsequently appeared in later works. __TOC__
- The Predator is a fictional extraterrestrial species featured in the Predator science-fiction franchise, characterised by its trophy hunting of other dangerous species for sport, including humans and its fictional counterparts, Aliens. Created by brothers Jim and John Thomas, the Predators are depicted as large, sapient and sentient humanoid creatures who possess advanced technology, such as active camouflage and energy weapons, and are capable of interstellar travel.
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| abstract | - The Predator is a fictional extraterrestrial species as depicted in the Predator franchise of films, books, and games. While not established in the first two films, the alien character being merely “the Predator,” the names Yautja and Hish for its race have subsequently appeared in later works. Predators are depicted as vaguely humanoid aliens whose civilization values individual strength, as demonstrated by stalking, hunting and killing the most dangerous prey in the galaxy. They are depicted as excellent warriors and use various weaponry. They prefer low-tech blades and spears and also carry hi-tech plasma shoulder-guns. Once they have defeated an opponent, they collect its skull as a trophy and mark themselves with the symbol of their clan (mark of honor). The Predators have a long history with many of the species that they hunt, including xenomorphs. Although the morals and customs of the species are unknown, they appear to have a vague but consistent form of honor. They frequently acknowledge and show respect toward skilled and/or powerful adversaries as well as a demonstrated unwillingness to stalk weak, sick, pregnant, or unarmed opponents, or opponents they see as “in training.” The Predator design is credited to special effects artist Stan Winston. While flying to Japan with Aliens director James Cameron, Winston, who had been hired to design the Predator, was doing concept art on the flight. Cameron saw what he was drawing and said, “I always wanted to see something with mandibles.” Winston then included them in his designs. Stan Winston’s studio created all of the physical effects for Predator and Predator 2, creating the body suit for actor Kevin Peter Hall and the mechanical facial effects. They were hired after attempts to create a convincing monster (including Jean-Claude Van Damme wearing a much different body suit) had failed. Arnold Schwarzenegger recommended Winston after his experience working on The Terminator. __TOC__
- The Predator is a fictional extraterrestrial species featured in the Predator science-fiction franchise, characterised by its trophy hunting of other dangerous species for sport, including humans and its fictional counterparts, Aliens. First introduced in 1987 as the main antagonist of the film Predator, the Predator creatures returned in the sequels Predator 2 (1990), Alien vs. Predator (2004), Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem (2007), and Predators (2010). The Predators have also been the subject of numerous novels, video games, and comic books, both on their own and as part of the Alien vs. Predator crossover imprint. While a definitive name for the species is not given in the films, the names Yautja and Hish have been alternatively used in the expanded universe. Created by brothers Jim and John Thomas, the Predators are depicted as large, sapient and sentient humanoid creatures who possess advanced technology, such as active camouflage and energy weapons, and are capable of interstellar travel.
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