The Predator: Badlands lore section offers explanations, theories, and listings from the third Predator movie by Dan Trachtenberg (after Prey and Killer Of Killers). Predator: Badlands is not a direct sequel to Prey and takes place in the far future, possibly during the late 22nd century. The movie links with the Alien Universe by bringing in Weyland-Yutani assets, including androids, vehicles, and mercenaries. In these articles below, find out how the movie fits into the bigger Predator lore and what new things Badlands brings into the Predator mythology.
The trailer for Predator: Badlands featured an impressive wall of hunting trophies, presumably located on Yautja Prime. This collection showcases the skulls of various species hunted and claimed by the clan that Dek Predator belongs to.
The Predator three-dot symbol is one of the most well-known visual elements in the Predator franchise. While commonly associated with the laser targeting system of the Predator’s Bio-mask, there is more to the symbol than meets the eye.
The Clan Leader stands as one of the highest positions within Yautja society. The recent teaser for Predator: Badlands has brought new attention to this powerful figure, portraying a live-action version that seems to align closely with established lore.
Kalisk, 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.
Predator: Badlands introduces a new lead Predator: a young Yautja named Dek. Unlike previous entries, which primarily followed human protagonists being hunted, this film shifts the perspective to that of the Predator itself. Here is everything we know about Dek.
Dan Trachtenberg, the acclaimed director behind 2022's hit 'Prey,' is back in the director's chair for a brand-new installment in the Predator franchise, intriguingly titled 'Badlands.' Following the enormous success of 'Prey,' Trachtenberg is set to take audiences on another thrilling hunt in the Predator universe.
Here is the Predator timeline consisting of the events of Predator, Predator 2, Predators, Alien vs Predator, Aliens vs Predator: Requiem and The Predator. This is a simple timeline, mostly taking into account the most important events from the movie or events referenced in the Predator movies.
Yautja Prime is the mysterious Predator Homeworld which has been shown little in the movies and comic books. Here is a list of all notable references to the Yautja Prime, including it's appearance in Aliens vs. Predator: Requiem and the Predator: Homeworld comic.
The Alien comics are known for their great artwork and classic storylines showing us things never seen in the Alien movies before.
In this article, we'll be taking a look at the top 10 Alien books that are a must-read for any fan of the Alien franchise, including old classics and many new stories.
Here is a top 10 list of the best Predator comics in descending order, including some crossover comics like Batman vs. Predator and Aliens vs. Predator.
The Predator series does not contain many books. Including the Alien vs. Predator series, there are slightly over a dozen Predator books. Here is a ranking of the best ones.
Here is a list of the best Alien games ranked in descending order, including some older classics, and newer ones like Aliens: Fireteam Elite as well.
Falconer is known for his large bird-like mask, minimal weaponry, and a falcon-like drone that he used to track his prey.
Predator: Killer Of Killers features a high-ranking Yautja (either a Clan Leader or a King) with a cape made of hunting trophies, presumably Xenomorph tails.
The Predator Game Preserve is used by a faction of Yautja known as the Super Predators to conduct ritualized hunts by kidnapping prey from other worlds.
This article highlights the respective strengths and weaknesses of Predator and Venom, providing insight into how their encounter might unfold.
Tracker Predator was one of three Super Predators from Predators (2010) who had the role of Yautja Dog handler.