Long before humanity reached the stars, the Yautja were already visiting Earth to test themselves against the deadliest warriors of each age. Drawn to heat, conflict, and worthy prey, they hunted Vikings, samurai, Indigenous warriors, and soldiers in World War II, often abducting humans for ritual hunts and leaving trophies that echoed through later centuries. The articles below cover those historical Predator hunts — from the Raphael Adolini 1715 pistol in Predator 2 to the anthology stories in Predator: Killer of Killers and the Comanche hunt in Prey. For broader hunt lore including superheroes, Xenomorphs, and alien species, see the Predator Hunt category.
The Samurai Predator was a Yautja hunter from Predator: Hunting Grounds who hunted skilled warriors in feudal Japan. This article explores his samurai-inspired armor, Oni-like bio-mask, katana, equipment, and place in Predator lore.
By Janno Vares May 23, 2026 Historical Predator Hunts | Individual Predators | Predators From The Games
The Viking Predator was a heavily armored Yautja hunter released as DLC pack for Predator: Hunting Grounds. This article explores his Viking Age hunts, battleaxe, armor, equipment, and links to other Viking Predator stories.
By Janno Vares May 18, 2026 Historical Predator Hunts | Individual Predators | Predators From The Games
The Pirate Predator was a female Yautja from Predator: Hunting Grounds who abandoned jungle hunts for the dangers of the open ocean. Explore her pirate-inspired armor, ocean hunts, weapons, and connections to other Predator pirate stories like Predator: 1718.
By Janno Vares May 10, 2026 Historical Predator Hunts | Individual Predators | Predators From The Games
The following article outlines the process used by certain Predator clans to abduct and utilize humans for hunting games, as depicted in Predator: Killer of Killers. While the exact methods may vary between clans, the events described here follow a clear sequence.
By Janno Vares August 11, 2025 Historical Predator Hunts | Predator Hunt | Yautja Behaviour
The Pilot Predator, also known as the Cyborg Predator, was a cybernetically modified Yautja featured in the animated anthology film Predator: Killer of Killers. The Pilot operated during World War II and participated in aerial combat over North Africa.
By Janno Vares July 10, 2025 Historical Predator Hunts | Individual Predators | Killer Of Killers Predators
The Samurai Killer Predator is a new Yautja introduced in the animated anthology film Predator: Killer of Killers. Set in feudal Japan, this agile hunter engages in a brutal battle for succession between two brothers, a ninja and a samurai.
By Janno Vares June 03, 2025 Historical Predator Hunts | Individual Predators | Killer Of Killers Predators
The Viking Killer (nicknamed Monster) is one of the three main Predators appearing in the Predator: Killer Of Killers anthology movie. This large Yautja has a long conflict with a Viking village, specifically with a female Viking warrior and his son.
By Janno Vares May 26, 2025 Historical Predator Hunts | Individual Predators | Killer Of Killers Predators
Various sources - both canonical and expanded - suggest Predator presence during major human conflicts. This article examines evidence and lore suggesting Predator involvement in World War 2, building on prior appearances in historical wars, such as World War 1.
By Janno Vares April 22, 2025 Historical Predator Hunts | Predator Hunt | Predator Killer Of Killers Lore
The Raphael Adolini 1715 flintlock pistol given by Lieutenant Harrigan at the end of Predator 2 is a memorable trophy and a weapon shrouded in mystery. In this article, we explore the alternate backstories and the possible final fate of the pistol.
By Janno Vares August 29, 2023 Historical Predator Hunts | Predator 2 Lore
The Vikings are a great match for the Predators, sharing a similar warrior lifestyle revolving around battles and honor. The Yautja have fought these Nordic combatants on a few occasions, and some Predators have even chosen weapons and armor based on the Vikings.
By Janno Vares March 29, 2021 Historical Predator Hunts | Yautja Society | Predator Hunt
Similar to Native Americans, the Predators have a special connection to the Samurai. Throughout history, the Predators have encountered the Samurai many times and consider them to be worthy opponents. Some Predators have even dressed up as the Samurai.
By Janno Vares February 23, 2021 Historical Predator Hunts | Yautja Society | Predator Hunt
Prey (also known as Predator 5), directed by Dan Trachtenberg, is set hundreds of years in the past and features Native Americans battling the Yautja. Here is an overview of all known encounters between Predators and Native Americans in movies and comics.
By Janno Vares December 13, 2020 Historical Predator Hunts | Yautja Society | Predator Hunt