The Super Predator Yautja Species Explained (Predators)

Super Predators, also sometimes referred to as “Super Black Predators” or “Berserker Yautja” are a subspecies of the Yautja race, and were first introduced in the movie Predators from 2010.
They are similar in size, to slightly larger than Classic Predators at around 7 feet tall.
Their skin has a more reptilian appearance, and is scaly, in addition to having different pigmentation.
Another feature is their dreadlocks, which are more “swept back” than "normal" Yautja; and come in a variety of colours.
They also possess a longer face, with more exaggerated mandibles, giving them a somewhat more reptilian-insect hybrid look in effect. And a more elaborate shape to the top of their head.
A Super Predator's vocalisations tend to sound deeper and overall different from those of Classic Yautja.
Alongside their physical traits, they differ in terms of culture; unlike their cousins, they have no qualms about killing an unarmed enemy.
They appear to value Trophies and large numbers of kills rather than honour in the Hunt.
It is said that they are constantly trying to improve themselves to become better killers, and that is why they use the most dangerous of prey in order to hone their technology and tactics.
The Super Predators share a similar characteristic with the Killer Yautja as they have also captured and controlled Xenomorphs for their own use.
The Super Predator Clan is at war with the Jungle Hunter Clan. It is described as a blood feud, spanning for millennia.
The feud was triggered by the Nightstorm Predator.
Very little is known about him beyond his presence on Earth 4000 years ago, partaking in one of the first Earthly Xenomorph hunts in Ancient Egypt.
However, he disapproved of the Yautja Honour Code, believing it allowed prey far too much leeway. Thus, he departed to form his own faction, desiring to unite all Super Predators under his own leadership.
His status cemented him as a legendary Elder who only hunted the most worthy of adversaries. In Jungle Hunter culture, Nightstorm is considered a 'devil'.
Super Predators are speculated to be Bad Bloods, meaning they are outcasts who are at war with the honourable Yautja.

Super Predators are also seen to possess unique weapons and equipment which differ from those seen on other Predators.
They have only a single blade on their wrist gauntlets instead of a twin pair; and have different Plasma Casters; Berserker’s had a rotating barrel, allowing for a faster rate of fire; and Tracker’s could be charged, creating a blast so powerful, it could vaporise a Human.
Super Predator armour is less bulky, and more streamlined.
The Falconer Super Predator was shown using a Predator Falcon drone to track his prey. So far, Super Predators are the only Yautja known to use Falcons.
Hellhounds are used by the Super Predator clan to flush out their prey. The Hounds were controlled by the Tracker Predator.
They have a high pain tolerance and are very resilient, as evidenced by them surviving wounds which would be fatal to creatures from Earth.
Hounds most closely resemble Therapsids, which were reptilian-looking ancestors of Mammals, and the creatures are covered in spikes and tusks.

Super Predators were seen on the Game Preserve Planet, where they captured and released the deadliest species from different worlds to then track down and hunt. Pitting themselves up against these creatures would put the Super Predator’s skills to the test, and they would also learn from their prey, and adopt their weaponry and techniques.
This planet was covered with tropical jungle, and orbited a gas giant. It also had a longer day and night cycle than Earth’s, and had no magnetic north.
A Xenomorph spawned from a Super Predator host is known as a Berserker Alien.
This Predalien type has a red and black colouration, and lacks the dreadlocks of a Classic Predalien.
It is among the deadliest known Xenomorphs.

Super Predators are far rarer than Classic types, The individuals known to exist are:
Berserker – The clan-leader of the Game Preserve Planet Predators.
Falconer – A member of Berserker’s tribe. He was seen using a Falcon Drone to scout with.
Tracker – The third member of Berserkers hunting party. He was the keeper and trainer of the Hellhounds.
Nightstorm – The Super Predator who began the feud with the Classic Predators.
Scavage – A descendant of Nightstorm. He was half Super Predator, and half Classic Predator, and an honourable warrior.
LV412 Berserker – A Super Predator who bared a striking resemblance to the Game Preserve Planet Yautja of the same name. At some point he gained the ability to control a hive of Xenomorphs.

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