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Overview

There are countless different extraterrestrial races in Marvel Comics universe. The vast majority are humanoid in structure.

Galactic Council

The Galactic Council is the assembly of numerous leaders of different alien empires across the universe created to deal with different matters of the universe.

Kl'rt, Galactic Ambassador Paibok (Kree/Skrull Alliance)

Oracle-2, Izzy Kane (Shi'ar Empire)

Noh-Varr (Utopian Kree)

Richard Rider (Earth, Nova Corps)

Peter Quill (Spartax)

Mentacle (Rigellian)

Riitho (Intergalactic Empire of Wakanda)

Zoralis Gupa, Orbis Stellaris (Galactic Rim Collective)

Lani Ko Ako (Badoon Sisterhood)

Peacebringer (Chitauri Empire)

Empress Kuga (Zn'rx Empire)

All-Mother Freyja (Asgard)

Y-Gaaar (Brotherhood of the Badoon)

Supreme Intelligence, Ronan the Accuser (Kree Empire)

Annihilus (Negative Zone)

Alberik (Axi-Tun)

Majestor (Shi'ar Empire)

Manat (Badoon)

Brood Queen (Brood)

Inhuman Royal Family: Gorgon, Medusa, Crystal, Karnak (Kree Empire, Attilan)

Major races

A few alien races have had considerable "air time" in various Marvel Comics publications over the years, having a near-constant presence or major crossovers and storylines involving them. This includes:

Badoon

The Badoon (first seen in Silver Surfer #2) are reptilian aliens that are notable for living under strict gender segregation, resulting in two separate societies: the Brotherhood of Badoon (ruled by a "Brother Royal") and the Sisterhood of Badoon (ruled by a Queen).

Beyonders

The Beyonders (first mentioned in Marvel Two-in-One #63) are enigmatic, virtually omnipotent entities powerful enough to collect planets. They are unable to leave their own dimension and have never been observed by any being of the Earth dimension and to interact with the Earth dimension they must operate through agents. The most notable member of the Beyonders is the Beyonder.

Brood

The Brood (first seen in The Uncanny X-Men #155) are a race of insectoid, parasitic, extraterrestrial beings.

Celestials

The Celestials (first seen in The Eternals #1) have existed since near the birth of the universe.

Chitauri

The Chitauri (first seen in The Ultimates #8) are a race of aliens similar to the Skrulls in Ultimate Marvel. They have since been established in the main Marvel Universe.

Cotati

The Cotati (first seen in The Avengers #133) are highly intelligent, telepathic plant-like aliens. The Cotati originated on Hala in the Pama star system in the Large Magellanic Cloud, the same planet as the warlike humanoid Kree race.

Dire Wraiths

The Dire Wraiths (first seen in Rom the Space Knight #1) are an evolutionary offshoot of the Skrulls from the Andromeda Galaxy. Like the Skrulls, the Wraiths are shapeshifters, are able to take the forms of other creatures and duplicate their natural (non-magical/super) abilities.

Kree

The Kree (first seen in Fantastic Four #65) are a scientifically and technologically advanced militaristic alien race that are native to the planet Hala in the Large Magellanic Cloud. They were the rivals of the Skrulls.

Phalanx

The Phalanx (first seen in The Uncanny X-Men #305) are a cybernetic species that form a hive-mind linking each member by a telepathy-like system.

Shi'ar

The Shi'ar (first seen in X-Men #97) reside in The Shi'ar Empire (or Imperium). The Shi'ar are alien humanoids of avian descent that have feathered crests on top of their heads instead of hair. The Shi'ar's empire is a vast collection of alien species, cultures, and worlds situated close to the Skrull and Kree Empires. The Shi'ar are also called the Aerie.

Skrulls

The Skrulls (first seen in Fantastic Four #2) are a race of shapeshifting aliens that originated from the planet Skrullos. They were the rivals of the Kree.

Symbiotes

The Symbiotes (first seen in Secret Wars #8) are a race of amorphous extraterrestrial parasites that envelop their hosts like costumes, creating a symbiotic bond through which the host's mind can be influenced. They are also known as the Klyntar.

Watchers

The Watchers (first seen, in the form of Uatu, in Fantastic Four #13) are the first humanoid race to be created in the Marvel Universe and are committed to observing and compiling knowledge on all aspects of the universe. After an incident with the Prosilicans, the Watchers then took a vow never to interfere with other civilizations. The most known Watcher is Uatu.

Secondary races

Scores of other extraterrestrial races have been depicted in the pages of Marvel Comics publications, though not to the extent of the races mentioned above. This list is not comprehensive.

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First appearing in Black Goliath, the A'askvarii are a green-skinned humanoid race with octopus traits, possessing two legs (ending in three-toed taloned feet) and three tentacles sprouting from each shoulder in place of arms. They possess gills in place of a nose, and closely spaced needle-like teeth. They possess fairly advanced technology, with warp-drive capability. A'askvarii are native to the planet O'erlanii; it is an oceanic world with oceans covering 75% of the planet's surface, and the rest being craggy mountains.

First appearing in Tales to Astonish, the A-Chiltarians are a humanoid race possessing many eyes and purple-grey fur over their entire bodies, with four-fingered hands and three-toed feet. They possess a tribal culture, and are mildly aggressive and temperamental. They are native to A-Chiltar III, a marshy planet (60% marsh, 40% prairie), and the atmosphere has a high methane content. Kraglin is an A-Chiltarian.

First appeared in Captain Marvel, the Aakon are a race of yellow-skinned, dark-haired humanoids, the Aakon are enemies of the Kree and are allied with the Shadow Consortium. They have an Intergalactic Council and sought the destruction of all human life due to the perceived universal threat of Earth's population of super-beings. A number of Aakon colonies have since been destroyed by the Annihilation Wave.

The Acanti are an ancient whale-like species who peacefully wander through space, benevolent and compassionate by nature. The Acanti are led by the Prophet-Singer, who is the vessel of the Soul, a mystical force that links and motivates the Acanti. When the Prophet-Singer dies, the Soul moves on to another Acanti. The Brood infect individual Acanti with a virus that destroys the higher cognitive functions of their minds, enabling them to be easily controlled and converted into living starships.

The Acanti appear in the X-Men: The Animated Series episode "Love in Vain".

The Acanti appear in Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

First appearing in Thor, the Achernonians are a purple-skinned humanoid race native to the planet Achernon. Achernonians are a tall race, averaging 6'4" tall, and possess only a pre-Industrial level of technology. They are depicted as superstitious, with a dictatorial government. Some possess the ability to become immaterial at will. The planet Achernon is a rocky world, 60% covered in volcanic rock; the atmosphere possesses a high sulfur content.

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First appeared in Avengers, the Ba-Bani are a humanoid race with yellow skin and orange or yellow hair. They are governed by local military dictatorships, tend to be warlike and engaging in a planet-wide war. They are native to the planet Ba-Banis, an Earth-like world which orbits the star Ba.

First appearing in Fantastic Four, the Baluurians are a humanoid race, stronger and tougher than humans. Baluurians are native to the Negative Zone, where they have established an empire. Blastaar and his son Burstaar are Baluurians.

First appeared in Godzilla, the Betans are a humanoid race with light purple skin, two-toed feet, and wings which enable them to fly in low-gravity environments. They live on the planet Beta. Their technology is superior to that of Earth and they are capable of faster than light travel. The people of Beta were engaged in centuries in a war with the neighboring planet Megan.

First appearing in The Incredible Hulk, the Bidoceros have flat bodies with a tube-like vocal protuberance.

The Biphasians are a race of aliens from the planet Biphasia.

The Birjans, also known as Landlaks, are a humanoid rock-skinned race from Birj, the sixth moon of the gas giant Marman. Terrax is a Birjan. The species first appeared in Fantastic Four #211 (October 1979).

The Blips are a race of giant electrical aliens. The Blip is part of this race.

First mentioned in Avengers, the Builders are one of the oldest races in the universe and go about building and creating worlds as they see fit, a claim also attributed to the Celestials. Any connection between the two races remains unknown. They are the creators of the Superflow which facilitates White Events. There are two types of Builders: the Creators and the Engineers.

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The Calurnians are a race of aliens with cat-like features. First appeared in Rom Annual #4.

The Carmondians are an alien race with a variety of appearances. First appeared in Captain Marvel (vol. 3) #4.

First appearing in Marvel Super-Heroes #18, the Centaurians are a humanoid race with blue skin and a red dorsal fin along the back and atop their head that gives them an average height of 7 feet (2.1 m). As shown in that issue, some demonstrate "psionic" abilities. They are a primitive tribal race, using bows and arrows in hunting. Centaurians are native to Centauri IV. Yondu of the Guardians of the Galaxy is a Centaurian.

First appearing in Thor, the Centurii are a humanoid race with light yellow skin and a culture composed largely of philosophers and artists. The Centurii are native to Centuri-Six, an Earth-like world. The Centurii have a worldwide democracy, and their level of technology is comparable to Earth's. There are few Centurii on their planet.

The Chameloids are a race of shapeshifting aliens of which the various Hobgoblin's are members.

The Chnitt are a race of semi-spider aliens. First appeared in The Uncanny X-Men #358.

The Chronomonitors are a race of sentient robotic organisms artificially-created by the Time Variance Authority (TVA) using "quantum technology" to fill its lower ranks. The moment a new reality appears, a new faceless agent is created to monitor it, along with the necessary equipment (a personal computer-like device, plus a desk and a chair) to do so.

A race of aliens based on the Chronomonitors called Chronicoms appear in Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D..

First appearing in Uncanny X-Men, the Chr'Ylites are a technomechanical insectoid race, averaging 1'6" in length, possessing two red eyes, and transparent insectile wings on top of their bodies, making them resemble a cross between a dragonfly and a helicopter. They are a telepathic species who make for highly exceptional healers and diplomats. They are native to the planet Chr'Yllalisa. The Starjammers' medic Sikorsky is a Chr'Ylite.

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The D'Bari are a race of humanoid plant aliens who were largely killed when the Dark Phoenix consumed their planet's sun. They have been nicknamed the "Asparagus People" because of their asparagus-like appearance.

First appearing in Silver Surfer and led by Overlord, the Dakkamites are a humanoid race that appears mostly indistinguishable from humans. Dakkamites come from the planet Dakkam. Exposure to Earth's yellow sun grants them super-powers, as their cells have the ability to absorb and metabolize solar energy to fuel their abilities. Known Dakkamites include Wundarr the Aquarian and Quantum.

First appearing in Fantastic Four, the Darbians are a humanoid race that appears similarly to Earth humans, except that they average 8'10" in height. Their home planet is Darbia. They are able to generate and project concussive force.

First appearing in Thor, the Deonists are a humanoid race with pale white skin and a slender build. Their homeworld, Deo was once the religious center of a confederation of planets and known as "Templeworld" but is now called "the Doomsday Star", consisting of 75% desert.

The Dragon-Men are a race of reptilian humanoids from the planet Ligra. They are often in conflict with the Lion-People.

First appeared in Fantastic Four, the Druffs are timid creatures from the planet Ryas, averaging 3'6" in height and possessing pink skin covered by brown fur. They possess childlike intelligence, and can reproduce by dividing when struck. They have a lifespan of approximately three Earth-years and are considered to be vermin by the Skrulls.

The Druffs appear in the Hulk and the Agents of S.M.A.S.H. episode "A Druff is Enough", with vocal effects provided by Benjamin Diskin.

The Duckworldians are a species of anthropomorphic ducks from Duckworld. Howard the Duck is a Duckworldian.

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First appearing in Fantastic Four, the Elans are a semi-humanoid race with green skin, antennae, and hoof-like feet. Adult Elan are 10' in height. They possess vast, virtually limitless psionic powers with which they can rearrange and transmute atoms and telekinetically manipulate objects. As a race, they are peaceful and tend not to associate with other aliens. The "Infant Terrible" is an infant member of the Elan race.

First appearing in Marvel Presents, the Entemen are a humanoid race with octopus-like features, including tentacles in place of their arms and legs, and have yellow skin and average 6'6" in height. Their home planet is Entem.

First appearing in Captain America, the Epsiloni are a humanoid race with pink-white skin, a fanged mouth, and toe-less spatulate feet. Epsiloni are parasites, draining life-force from other beings and gaining power from it. Their government was a fascist military dictatorship, and the Epsiloni were ruthless and regarded all other lifeforms as prey, very similar to Nazis and their methods.

First appearing in Thor, the Ergons are a humanoid race with red skin, averaging 6'2" in height. They possess superhuman strength, an evolutionary adaptation to their homeworld's higher than normal gravity. Their culture is highly competitive, merciless, and adventurous. Their homeworld, Ergonar, has a gravity twice that of Earth's, is 50% covered in water (mostly ice) and the rest in mountains, and possesses a 90:10, oxygen:methane atmosphere.

The Eridani are a race of alien humanoids that were supposed to handle the waste management for the Alpha Flight Space Program's Low-Orbit Space Station, but cancelled their services due to negotiation issues.

First appearing in Annihilation: Heralds of Galactus, the Ethereals are a non-humanoid race that are not composed of solid matter and believe that they are directly evolved from the elementary particles present when the universe was first created. The Ethereals do not normally interact with other races, referred to as "solids" or "corporeals", although the renegade Ethereal Stardust abandoned its race to serve Galactus. The race was almost exterminated by the Annihilation Wave. A handful of survivors escaped and confronted Stardust, who destroyed them and offered their essences as a gift to Galactus.

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The Flarks are a race of face parasites where their names are often used as a type of intergalactic profanity.

First appearing in Fantastic Four, the Flb'Dbi are a race of semi-arachnic type creatures 3 feet 8 inches (1.12 m) high, they have four arms and four legs which resemble tentacles. Flb'Dbi are telepathic and have lifespans of many thousands of Earth-years. They come from the planet Jhb'Btt. Half a million years ago, the Flb'Dbi had intermediate-level interstellar vessels; presumably today, they are far more advanced.

The Flerken are alien creatures that resemble house cats. Unlike cats, however, they possess human-level intelligence and can lay eggs. Their mouths contain pocket dimensions used to store and hold almost anything; they can also teleport and summon tentacles with fanged maws from their mouths with which to attack and consume. Chewie is a Flerken.

The Flerkens appear in media set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).

The Flora colossi are a race of tree-like aliens from Planet X. Groot is a Flora colossus.

The Flora colossi appear in Guardians of the Galaxy. Most of the Flora colossi were exterminated by Ronan the Accuser.

First appearing in Thor, the Fomalhauti are a race of amoebic, amorphous blobs which average 2'5" in height, and are multi-cellular and can form tentacles to manipulate objects. They communicate telepathically. Fomalhauti come from the planet Pumor.

First appearing in Fantastic Four, the Fonabi are semi-humanoid race with light yellow skin that averages 16'5" in height with very squat, weak bodies. A Fonabi named Terminus utilizes a huge energy-transforming device to make him appear to be 150 feet (46 m) tall.

First appearing in Adventure into Fear, the Fortisquians are an alien race created by the Beyonders to spread life throughout the galaxy. Max is a Fortisquain.

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First appearing in Rom the Spaceknight, the Galadorians are a humanoid race that appears almost identical to humans, except that they average 6 feet 3 inches (1.91 m) in height. They come from the planet Galador. Rom is a Galadorian.

First appearing in Hercules, the Gegku are a race of semi-reptilian humanoids with green scaled skin, two-toed feet, and average 6 feet 6 inches (1.98 m) in height. Their home planet is Wilamean. Although they have reptilian features, the gegku are actually mammalian; making them appear to look more cynodont-like in appearance instead.

The Gigantians are a race of humanoid aliens from the planet Gigantus. They were experimented upon by the Celestials.

The Glx are a race of semi-humanoid silicon-based creatures, the Glx have mostly humanoid bodies that average 8' tall, but they have yellow skin and their heads are shaped more like flat cylinders. Their home planet is called Glxx, third from the sun in the Zplst star system in the Milky Way galaxy. A Glx named Chleee was responsible for transforming a chain into an "energy synthicon" which linked the criminals Hammer and Anvil together and gave them superhuman powers. First seen in The Incredible Hulk (vol. 2) #182 (December 1974).

The Grad Nan Holt are an alien race that is the slave race to the Shi'ar. First appeared in X-Men: Legacy #253

The Gramosians are a humanoid race with blue-black skin that otherwise resembles humans physically, and are able to discharge energy through their hands. They come from the planet Gramos, third from the sun in the Sekar star system in the Milky Way galaxy. Years ago, the planet's magnetic polarity changed, admitting radiation from space which caused mass insanity and death until normalcy was restored by the debris of Xorr the God-Jewel. Mercurio the Fourth-Dimensional Man is a Gramosian. First seen in Thor #208 (February 1973).

The Grosgumbeekians are a quadrupedal alien race from the planet Grosgumbeek. They are highly adapted for great speed and can easily travel faster than the speed of sound (770 mph). By accessing tachyon tunnels, the Grosgumbeekians are not even constrained by the speed of light (186,000 miles/sec). They have no technology that has been seen. First seen in Quasar #47 (June 1993).

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The H'ylthri are an other-dimensional, sentient plant-like race. Their bodies are vegetable fiber with few vital organs, making them difficult to injure. They possess superhuman strength to an unspecified level, can control other plant life, and extend both tangling vines or poisonous barbs to knock mammals unconscious. They can grow humanoid doppelgangers with the originals' personality and memories. First seen in Iron Fist #2.

The Halfworlders are a race of genetically-engineered anthropomorphic animals that were created from Earth animals by an unnamed humanoid species on Halfworld. Blackjack O'Hare, Lylla, Pyko, Rocket Raccoon, and Wal Rus are the known Halfworlders.

The Halfworlders appear in Guardians of the Galaxy.

The Halfworlders appear in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. These versions were created by the High Evolutionary.

The Herms are a race of whale-like creatures with yellow-white skin that can absorb all manner of electromagnetic energy for strength and substance, which can also allow them to briefly transform into beings of pure energy; they can apparently travel through intergalactic space in energy form. Klaatu is a Herm. First seen in The Incredible Hulk (vol. 2) #136 (February 1971).

The Hibers are a humanoid race with a similar appearance to Earth humans, except that they are all entirely hairless. Their home planet is Hiberlac, sixth from the sun in the Hunyoc star system in the Milky Way galaxy. They spend their entire lives in suspended animation, coming out only once every thousand years when the planet thaws. First seen in Rom #67 (June 1985).

The Hodinns are one of the many alien races that were integrated into the Shi'ar Empire. A race of sapient suns who're on the verge of dying out, there are two known Hodinn who served in the Shi'ar imperial guard. One known as G-Type who was supposedly killed by Xorn, while another was a convict recruited by Gabriel Summers into his Praetorian Imperial Guard then killed by the primary guardsmen when Havok drained his stellar energy. First appeared in New X-Men #124.

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First seen in Weapon H #8 (2018), the Inaku are a race of blue-skinned aliens that come from the planet of the same name. After something happened to their planet, the surviving Inaku stumbled blindly in the dark until they settled on Weirdworld and had put up a protective dome that kept their village safe from the Skrullduggers. The Inaku were also loyal to Witch Queen le Fay as her magic helped keep the Skrullduggers in line.

The Interdites are a humanoid race with blue skin, they have developed precognition as well as other psionic powers. They come from the planet Interdis, seventh from the sun in the Tartaru star system in the Milky Way galaxy. Their civilization was demolished by the Badoon, and surviving Interdites have turned to mysticism and live like hermits scattered across the galaxy. First seen in Warlock #15 (November 1974).

The Iron Knights are a humanoid race with red skin and dark hair, they have weapons, armor and technology that appears identical to that of European knights of the late Middle Ages. They are also immensely strong, so much so that even an adolescent boy can easily overpower the Hulk. The knights come from another dimension that the Hulk accessed through the Crossroads in The Incredible Hulk (vol. 2) #302. They share their world, which is called Paradise, with the Greens, a green-skinned humanoid race who are much weaker but have powerful magic, and with an orange skinned race of dwarves.

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There are two types of Jovians:

The first Jovians are wolf-like aliens from Jupiter.

The second version of the Jovians are aliens descended from a race of genetically engineered humans who live on the planet Jupiter. Charlie-27 is a Jovian. They first appeared in Marvel Super-Heroes #18 (January 1969).

The bodies of the Judans are 12 feet (3.7 m) tall on average and consist of an oval-shaped trunk with enormous facial features, four arms, and two legs; they support this weight by generating psychokinetic force from their enormous brains. Their home planet is Dyofor, second from the sun in the Palyn star system in the Milky Way galaxy. Judge Kray-Tor is a Judan. First seen in Strange Tales #180 (June 1975).

The Jyn'ai (also called Jynai, Jinni, and Genie) are a race of genie-like creatures that frequently manifest upon the material plane. They deal with specific humans using their powers to grant wishes. They have reality warping powers and can manipulate matter and energy, also can use some psionic powers like telepathy, clairvoyance and a kind of psychic erosion. Their human form was giant-like (7 ft). They have enhanced human agility, strength (1 ton range) and vast endurance. They can live for millennia. Although the jyn'ai are creatures from the astral plane they can assume human shape when they are on the material plane. The first appearance of the jyn'ai was in the Sleepwalker Holiday Special #1 (January, 1993) with a Sleepwalker's foe called Mister Jyn (Jinn is the Arabic word for genie).

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The K'aitians are a humanoid race with green skin, for the most part identical to humans. They are a primitive people native to the planet K'ai in the microverse, and were ruled over by Jarella for a time. They first appeared in The Incredible Hulk (vol. 2) #140.

The K'Lanti are a humanoid race with pale skin, featureless eyes and the ability to levitate. They dress regally, favoring long flowing robes and ornate chest-pieces. They were wracked with civil war, until the retrieval of an object called the Harmonium, which played music that they found greatly pleasing. Despite having gained the object which would restore peace, they still attempted to kill those, Lila Cheney and X-Factor, who ultimately retrieved it. First seen in X-Factor #111 (February 1995).

The Kallusians are a humanoid race with deep pink skin, with white or gray hair. Kallusians come from the planet Kallu, third from the sun in the Kallu-Kan star system in the Andromeda galaxy. The Avengers drove a group of Kallusians from their temporary refuge in Earth's Arctic for a distant section of the galaxy where they would again battle the aliens who first drove them from Kallu. First seen in The Avengers #14 (March 1965).

The Kallusians appear in the Guardians of the Galaxy episode "Jingle Bell Rock".

The Kallusians appear in Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.

The Kamado are a humanoid race with an exaggeratedly muscular physique. Their home planet is Mikkaz, seventh from the sun in the Dopner star system in the Milky Way galaxy. In an alternate 20th Century, the Defenders, while investigating a UFO sighting, inadvertently caused the son of the Kamado king and his followers to commit suicide. In response, when the Kamado king found their remains four hundred years later, he ordered the annihilation of Earth. To prevent this occurrence from coming about, the original Defenders team disbanded. First seen in The Defenders #125 (November 1983).

The Karidians are a race of aliens from the planet Karidia. Their planet was saved from their dying unstable sun by Silver Surfer. First appeared in Silver Surfer (vol. 3) #103.

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The Laxidazians are a humanoid race with pointed ears. They average 4 feet 5 inches (1.35 m) in height. They come from the planet Laxidazia, fourth from the sun in the Dolenz star system in the Milky Way galaxy. The hedonistic Laxidazians imbibe an illegal alcoholic and mutagenic beverage which permanently transforms them into troll-like forms. Pip the Troll is a Laxidazian. First seen in Strange Tales #179 (April 1975).

The Lem are a semi-serpentine race with red skin that averages 4 feet 9 inches (1.45 m) in height. They come from the planet Lemista, sixth from the sun in the Atianti star system in the Milky Way galaxy. Lem eat through special mouths in their chest. They have tails instead of legs, but can stand and traverse in a semi-upright position. Krugarr is a Lem. First seen in Shogun Warriors #19 (August 1980).

The Levians are a humanoid race with blue skin that otherwise looks very similar to Earth humans. Surviving Levians live aboard the "world-ship" Levianon. Their homeworld Levia was destroyed as they depleted the planet of magma and resources. First seen in Thor #256 (February 1977).

The Lion-People are a race of humanoid lions from the planet Ligra. They are often in conflict with the Dragon-Men.

The Lithodia Rexians are a race of giant rock monsters with Moai-like heads that come from the planet Lithodia Rex. One group of Lithodia Rex's sleeper agents was placed on Easter Island.

The Ludberdites are a race of semi-humanoid fish aliens from the planet Zaar.

The Lumina are a humanoid race that stands 5'5" in height on average, and appears just about identical to humans. They come from the planet Lumin, ninth from the sun in the Sh'Mengi star system in the Milky Way galaxy. They have average lifespans of thousands of years. They are members of the federation of alien races called the Charter (along with the Lem, Myndai, and Nanda). First seen in Shogun Warriors #1 (February 1979).

The Lupak are one of the many alien species that are part of the Shi'ar Imperium. They can manipulate cosmic energy and are nigh-invulerable. Fang of the Imperial Guard is a Lupak.

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The M'Hassians are an alien race from the planet M'Hass. First appeared in Thor (vol. 2) #22.

The M'Ndavians are a semi-humanoid race with yellow skin and large, diamond-shaped heads, averaging 6 feet 3 inches (1.91 m) in height. They possess highly advanced intellects. They live on the planet M'Ndavi, tenth from the sun in the B'lbwo star system in the Shi'ar galaxy. they have the most complex legal system in the known galaxies and are used by the Shi'ar for matters of great significance to the empire. A M'Ndavian served as the judge at the trial of Mister Fantastic (who was tried for saving the life of Galactus). First seen in Fantastic Four #262 (January 1984).

First seen in Runaways #1, the Majesdanians are able to absorb and project solar energy. They are enemies of the Skrulls and are at war with them. Their homeworld is hidden under the guise of a white dwarf star and they have remained hidden from attack for years. Karolina Dean is a Majesdanian.

The Makluans are a race of dragon-like reptilians with green to orange skin that average 32 feet (9.8 m) in height when upright. They come from the planet Maklu-IV – also known as Kakaranathara – in the Maklu star system of the Greater Magellanic Cloud, in the Milky Way galaxy, and are also known as the Kakaranatharans. It is known to have a highly advanced and peaceful society. Fin Fang Foom is a Makluan. His race, or at least a small faction of it, invaded China by accident when their spaceship crashed, but he was (eventually) put to sleep by narcotic herbs. First seen in Tales of Suspense #62 (February 1965) and then Strange Tales #89. In New Excalibur #12 it is revealed that Makluans invaded Camelot around the same time, and possibly other places as well. From Axonn-Karr of Maklu-4, another crew member of the ship Fin Fang Foom arrived on, the Mandarin was able to acquire his rings of power before setting up his base in the Valley of Spirits in China.

The Mandos are a race of humanoids with green skin, averaging 9 feet 1 inch (2.77 m) in height. They come from the planet Mand, eight from the sun in the Tumbia star system in the Andromeda galaxy. Mando skin is capable of withstanding the vacuum of space, and Mandos are superhumanly strong. First seen in Warlock #15 (November 1976).

The Mannequins are an amoeba-like race with tentacles.

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The Nanda are a semi-humanoid race with light green skin and large ovular heads, which average 6 feet (1.8 m) in height. They come from the planet Nanda, second from the sun in the Particulus star system in the Milky Way galaxy. They are members of the federation of alien races called the Charter (along with the Lem, Lumina, and Myndai). First seen in Shogun Warriors #19 (August 1980).

The Nicanthans are a race of humanoid hammerhead shark-like aliens that come from the planet Nicanthus Prime in the Negative Zone.

First seen in Ka-Zar the Savage #34, the Nuwali created the Savage Land for the Beyonders. They appear like hunched-over reptilians with massive, boxy trunks and short limbs.

The Nymenians are a humanoid hippopotamus-like race with light purple skin that averages 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 m) in height. Their home planet is Eomuma, fourth from the sun in the Myunimo star system in the Andromeda galaxy. The Nymenians live in tribal clans. First seen in Hercules #1 (September 1982).

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The Olympians are based on the Twelve Olympians/Dii Consentes and other deities of Classical mythology. During the beginning of the 1960s, the exploits of the Asgardians Thor and his evil brother Loki demonstrated that an updating of ancient myths could again win readers. In 1965, Stan Lee and Jack Kirby introduced the Olympians in Journey into Mystery Annual #1. The Olympians are related to every other pantheon of gods that have ever been worshiped on Earth, such as the Asgardians and the Gods of Heliopolis (ancient Egypt) because Gaea, the spirit that represents life on Earth, was the mother of the first race of gods to appear on Earth. The various pantheons that exist today are the descendants of these earlier gods. It is believed that the Olympians were born somewhere on Earth but currently reside in another dimension that is adjacent to Earth known as Olympus. One known entrance to this realm is actually located atop Mount Olympus in Greece.

Notable known members include: Ares, Athena (Athena Parthenos; killed by Hercules when she sides with the Chaos King and is later restored to life following the Chaos King's defeat.), Hecate, Hephaestus (Hephaestus Aetnaeus), Hera (Hera Argeia), Hercules (Herakles), Hermes (Hermes Diaktoros), Poseidon (Poseidon Aegaeus), Nox (Nyx), Phobos, Pluto (Hades), Tharamus (god of learning but works as the curator of the Museum of Greek Antiquity; killed by Ares protecting his artifacts), Venus (Aphrodite Ourania), and Zeus (Zeus Panhellenios; a member of the Council of Godheads).

The Olympians appear in Thor: Love and Thunder with Zeus portrayed by Russell Crowe, Dionysus portrayed by Simon Russell Beale, Hercules portrayed by Brett Goldstein, Minerva voiced by Carmen Foon, and Artemis voiced by Priscilla Doueihy. Zeus, Dionysus, Minerva, and Artemis appear as members of the Council of Godheads.

The Oobagonians are a race of aliens from Oobagon VIII. Their faces are large and resemble tiki masks of Earth. In fact, at least one Oobagonian has been mistaken for wearing a mask when in fact he was not. First appeared in Journey Into Mystery #60.

The Orthoxalith are a specially bred race of unintelligent rock-like creatures capable of withstanding high gravity and radiation. They are bred as slaves. Shell of the Shi'ar Death Commandos is an Orthoxalith.

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The Pangorians are a race of alien pirates from the planet Pangoria.

The Pegasusians are a reptilian race with light green skin that average 20 feet (6.1 m) in height. They live on the planet Lar, fifth from the sun in the Stinlar (anagram of Jim Starlin's surname) star system in the Milky Way galaxy. Pegasusians can psionically project anti-gravitons to support their large mass in high gravities. A Pegasusian named Sphinxor was contracted by the Beyonders to tow Counter-Earth to their museum. First seen in Strange Tales #178 (February 1975).

The Pheragots are a semi-humanoid race with light blue skin that averages 10 feet (3.0 m) in height. They come from the planet Arago-7 in the Arago star system in the Andromeda galaxy. They have extraordinary superhuman strength due in part to their dense molecular structure. They are also an extremely peaceful, inoffensive race. First seen in Hercules #1 (September 1982).

The Plodex are an entirely non-humanoid race and are shapeless blobs in their natural form. They are able to adapt to forms capable of creating and manipulating advanced technology, which in turn can study, alternate and improve genetic material to augment themselves or others with. Marrina Smallwood of Alpha Flight is a member of the Plodex race. First seen in Alpha Flight #1 (August 1983).

The Pluvians are a race of aliens descended from a race of genetically engineered humans who live on the planet Pluto. Martinex is a Pluvian. First appeared in Sub-Mariner Comics #38.

First seen in Venomverse #1, the Poisons are a race of aliens that hails from a Universe overrun by Symbiotes. In their true form, the Poisons are small, with crystalline armor and spikes and are physically frail with the exception of their Queen which is massive. They possess psionic abilities to some degree which acts as a defense mechanism that allows them to disguise themselves and create illusions. They are also revealed to be symbiotic in nature and whenever they bond with a symbiote and its respective host, they become exponentially stronger by forming a permanent bond with it. The symbiote and its host will cease to exist as individuals as the Poison will assimilate the host's memories, powers and abilities. They are even considered nature's answer to the Symbiotes. Once they assimilate a symbiote, they are unable to consume anyone else, leaving them vulnerable to being killed. They became a threat to the entire Multiverse after they discovered the existence of other realities, but are now considered extinct, with only one member alive.

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The Queega are a race of reptilian semi-humanoids with green scaled skin that average 6 feet (1.8 m) tall. Their home planet is Queeg, fourth from the sun in the Quolan star system in the Andromeda galaxy. They can generate electrical energy around their heads, and they breathe and speak through small orifices in their foreheads. They can project intense waves of coldness from their foreheads. A band of Queega once used a "sight-stealing ray" to attempt to blind all of Earth's humans. First seen in Daredevil #28 (May 1967).

The Quists are a humanoid race which appears very similar to Earth humans, except that they are 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 m) tall on average. Their home planet is Quistalium, second from the sun in the Quistraa star system in the Milky Way galaxy. Lucifer is a Quist and Dominus was created by Quists. First seen in Tales of Suspense #56 and X-Men #20 (May 1966).

The Quo Modari are a purple-skinned semi-humanoid race, that stands over 6 feet (1.8 m) tall and has four eyes. They are a pacifist race that was dedicated to the arts of diplomacy and the inter-species community. First seen in Force Works #13.

The Quons are a semi-humanoid race with leathery brown skin that averages 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 m) tall. They come from the planet Quon, third from the sun in the Byjak star system in the Milky Way galaxy. They are amphibious, possessing both lungs and gills. They are superhumanly strong, to survive both great water pressure and their planet's gravity. First seen in Fantastic Four #97 (April 1970).

First seen in Alpha Flight #25, the Quwrlln are an ancient alien species that learned about the threat of Galactus.

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The R'malk'i are a race of plant creatures. They resemble trees with humanoid arms, and average 6 feet 8 inches (2.03 m) in height. They live on the planet R'makl'z in the C'lehr'ee star system in the Milky Way galaxy. They communicate telepathically and are mobile but must take root in their native soil when asleep. First seen in Warlock #15 (November 1976).

The R'zahnians are a humanoid race with red skin. They come from the planet R'zahn, second from the sun in the Lahj'kk star system in the Milky Way galaxy. They have a planetwide monarchy. A R'zahnian named Zamu was sent as an advance scout to infiltrate Earth, but he was defeated by Doctor Druid. First seen in Weird Wonder Tales #20 (January 1977).

The Rajaks are a semi-humanoid race with green skin, averaging 6 feet (1.8 m) tall. Their home planet is Rajak, fifth from the sun in the Jakkel star system. Their society consists of confederacies of large space piracy organizations, which wipe out all life on a planet with their "delta-ray" cannon, in order to plunder them of valuable elements. Many Rajaki were destroyed by Ultimo when he razed their planet. Sapper, partner to Goldenblade, is a cybernetically converted Rajak. First seen in Tales of Suspense #57 (September 1964).

The Rajaks appear in Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.

The Recluses are an alien race that sued the Watchers for the right of seclusion and privacy.

The Recorders are robots created by the Rigellians as scouts. Recorders are occasionally seen assisting various cosmic entities – for instance, one of them once lived at Uatu the Watcher's home on the Moon and observed the apparent death of Jean Grey as Phoenix. Another Recorder, RT-Z9, works for the Living Tribunal's Magistrati, more specifically She-Hulk. Recorder 451 helped Howard Stark and Maria Stark bring Arno Stark to life.

Recorder 3B02, also referred to as "Cora," appears in Marvel's Wastelanders.

The Reptoids are a reptilian race with green scaled skin and a snake-like head and tail, they are 6 feet (1.8 m) tall on average when standing erect. Their home planet is Tayp, second from the sun in the Kormuk star system in the Milky Way galaxy. A Reptoid named Teju served as a minion of Korvac in the 30th Century. First seen in Thor Annual #6 (1977).

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The Sagittarians are a humanoid race with grey skin, standing 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 m) on average, Male Saggitarians have fins atop their heads. They originate from the planet Berhert, third from the sun in the Rempit star system in the Milky Way galaxy. First seen in The Incredible Hulk (vol. 2) #111 (January 1969).

The Sakaarans are a race of humanoid aliens from the planet Sakaar that are split into different groups. First appeared in Incredible Hulk (vol. 2) #92.

The Sakaaran Imperials are red to pink-skinned humanoids and are the ruling class on Sakaar. Elloe Kaifi and Red King are Sakaaran Imperials.

The Shadow People are sandy-brown or orange-tan to gray-skinned humanoids who live on several planets, with most of them residing on Sakaar. They were responsible for the creation of the Old Power, an artificial version of the Power Cosmic. Hiroim and Caiera, as well as Hulk's twin sons Hiro-Kala and Skaar, are Shadow People.

The Sakaaran Natives are short insectoids who live in the harsh deserts of Sakaar. Miek is a Sakaaran Native.

The Sakaarans appear in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films Guardians of the Galaxy and Thor: Ragnarok.

The Sakaarans appear in Planet Hulk.

The Sarks are a humanoid race with light blue skin, standing 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 m) on average. They come from the planet Sarka, third from the sun in the Tilnast star system in the Milky Way galaxy. Sarks were among the highest officials in the Universal Church of Truth. Captain Autolycus is a Sark. First seen in Strange Tales #179 (April 1975).

The Saurids are a race of amphibious reptilians with both lungs and gills, Saurids have green scaled skin with yellow fins. Their home planet is Timor, fourth from the sun in the Varanus star system, in the Shi'ar galaxy. Ch'od of the Starjammers is a Saurid. First seen in X-Men #107 (October 1977).

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The Taa-ans are a race of humanoids from the planet Taa, a planet that existed in the universe prior to the setting of primary Marvel continuity. Galan is originally a human or humanoid before he becomes the cosmic entity Galactus.

The Talbosians are a race of wolf-like aliens from the planet Talbos.

The Taurians are a semi-humanoid race with orange skin that averages 7 feet (2.1 m) in height. Their home planet of Taur in the Jenzen star system in the Milky Way galaxy was destroyed by Galactus. A few Taurians escaped and now live aboard starships with other aliens who lost their planets to Galactus called The Wanderers. A Taurian named Kehl served Nebula. First seen in Thor #160 (January 1969).

The Technarchy, or Technarch, are a cybernetic, shape-shifting alien species. Its most notable members are the New Mutants member Warlock and Magus. They are a race of giant techno-organic entities with very aggressive natures. They were created by the Phalanx, however due to their aggressive nature, they truly believe themselves to be the progenitors of the Phalanx, and even consider them abominations of their race, unaware that their origins lie in fact with the Phalanx. They travel the universe looking for things on which to feed, which can be organic or mechanical. They feed by infecting their prey with the transmode virus, converting it into techno-organic matter, from which they then drain the energy.

The Tektons are a semi-humanoid race covered with purple fur, averaging 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 m) in height. They come from the planet Tekton, ninth from the sun in the Tacuspar star system in the Andromeda galaxy. These savage primitives have superhuman strength and prehensile tails. First seen in Fantastic Four #91 (October 1969).

The Teuthidans are a race of one-eyed squid-like aliens from the planet Teuthida.

The Teuthidans appear in Lego Marvel Super Heroes 2.

The Thuvrians are a race of humanoids with large heads, averaging 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 m) in height. Their home planet is Thuvria, third from the sun in the Lomyra star system in the Milky Way galaxy. As of 200 years ago, their development was arrested at a level comparable to the European Middle Ages. First seen in Rom the Spaceknight #19 (June 1981).

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The Ul'lula'ns are a shapeshifting race with powerful mental abilities, their natural form resembles a giant tentacled fish. Their home planet is Ul'lula, second from the sun in the Ul star system in the Milky Way galaxy. Nebulon and Supernalia are Ul'lula'ns. First seen in The Defenders #13 (May 1974).

The Uncreated, once called "the Works", are warlike and seek the extermination of all religions and religious species. Slightly larger and stronger than humans, they have claws and are covered with quills. Uncreated are capable of communicating with humans, but it is unclear whether this is through speech or some form of telepathy. The Uncreated claim that they did not evolve naturally, but were instead created by a powerful creature which they worshipped as a god.

The Uranusians are a race of wooden aliens.

The Ursaa are a race of scavenger aliens. They would scavenge any downed spaceships and sell any survivors they find to the Chnitt.

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The Va-Shaak are a race of alien invaders that are also known as the Horde.

The Vegans are a humanoid race that stands 30 feet (9.1 m) tall on average. Vegans continually radiate anti-gravitons from areas of their brains contained within two horn-like projections on the front of their skulls in order to support their vast bulk. Their home planet is Vega Superior, fourth from the sun in the Vega star system in the Milky Way galaxy. A Vegan named Agent 7M, the Colossus, attempted to conquer Earth but was thwarted by Giant-Man. First seen in Tales to Astonish #58 (August 1964).

The Viscardi are a race of aliens that live on the planet of the same name.

The Voldi are a race of humanoids descended from birds that have feathers instead of hair.

The Vorms are a reptilian race with red scaled skin that averages 16 feet 6 inches (5.03 m) in height. Their home planet is Vormir, sixth from the sun in the Helgentar star system in the Kree galaxy (Greater Magellanic Cloud). Each Vorm has a long tail that can be used as a weapon. Vorms are nocturnal and are vulnerable to great heat. The Star-Stalker, a Vorm mutant, possessed powers that other Vorms lack, such as the ability to fly through space and drain energy. First seen in The Avengers #123 (May 1974).

The Vrellnexians are an insectoid race that usually has purple skin, and stands 5 feet 5 inches (1.65 m) on average. They come from the planet Vrellnex, fifth from the sun in the Cetsin star system in the Milky Way galaxy. They stand on their hindmost pair of limbs, and have two sets of arms. They differ widely in appearance; some are winged and can fly. First seen in Thor #212 (June 1973).

The Vrellnexians appear in season five of the Marvel Cinematic Universe television series Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.. This version of the Vrellnexians are four-legged and operate in packs. In an alternate future, the Vrellnexians roam the abandoned parts of the Lighthouse and the inhabitable parts of Earth.

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The Wilameanis are a humanoid race that appears very similarly to Earth humans, averaging 5 feet 4 inches (1.63 m) in height. They come from the planet Wilamean, fifth from the sun in the Yalnot star system in the Andromeda galaxy. In the 22nd Century, Wilameanis dun Starharbor, a popular spaceport. First seen in Hercules #2 (October 1982).

The Wobbs are a semi-humanoid race that possess telepathic abilities enabling them to understand any auditory language and translate it telepathically to other nearby sentient organisms. They have light purple skin, and are 5 feet 1 inch (1.55 m) on average. Their homeworld is Wobb-Lar, second from the sun in the Filipima star system in the Andromeda galaxy. First seen in Incredible Hulk (vol. 2) #137 (March 1971).

The Wobbow are a race of dangerous green aliens from the planet Draconius.

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First seen in Nova #1, the Xandarians are a human-like species surviving on four conjoined asteroids, the only remains of their homeworld Xandar. They are founders of the Nova Corps.

The Xandarians and the Nova Corps appear in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films Guardians of the Galaxy and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, mentioned to have been "decimated" by Thanos in Avengers: Infinity War.

The Xantareans are a reptilian humanoid race with red scaled skin that stands 7 feet 5 inches (2.26 m) on average. They are amphibious. Their home planet is Xantar, second from the sun in the Xantares star system in the Milky Way galaxy. First seen in Tales to Astonish #73 (November 1965).

The Xantha are a semi-humanoid race with pale yellow skin that stands 4 feet 6 inches (1.37 m) on average. They originate from the planet Xanth (aka Planet X) which was destroyed in a collision with a rogue asteroid. With the help of Mister Fantastic, the survivors established a new home planet of New Xanth, first from the sun in the New Jatskan star system in the Milky Way galaxy. Kurrgo is a Xantha. First seen in Fantastic Four #7 (October 1962).

The Xantha appear in the Fantastic Four episode "Prisoners of Planet X".

The Xartans are a shapeshifting species capable of detailed duplication of living or non-living subjects. They come from the planet Xarta, fourth from the sun in the Zugano star system in the Fornax galaxy. In their true forms, Xartans have orange skin and average 6 feet 9 inches (2.06 m) in height. First seen (as the Carbon-Copy Men) in Journey into Mystery #90 (March 1963).

The Xem are a furry white alien race. Xemnu is a Xem.

The Xeronians are a semi-humanoid race with orange skin that averages 6 feet 8 inches (2.03 m) in height. They come from the planet Xeron, second from the sun in the triple star system containing Aerim, Honj, and Verserin, in the Milky Way galaxy. Xeronians have five eyes, but use only two adjacent eyes at the same time. First seen in The Incredible Hulk #102 (May 1968).

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The Yirbek are a race of humanoid reptilians with green skin that averages 6 feet 7 inches (2.01 m) in height. Their home planet is Yirb, second from the sun in the Bek star system in the Andromeda galaxy. The Yirbeks governed a small empire in the Skrull galaxy until the Skrulls defeated them centuries ago. First seen in Avengers #14 (March 1965).

The Yrds are a semi-humanoid race with green skin that stands 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 m) on average. They come from the planet Yrest, third from the sun in the Corinum star system in the Draco galaxy. Each Yrd has a 1' long horn protruding from its forehead that could be used as a weapon. First seen in Tales of Suspense #54 (June 1964).

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The Z'Nox are a reptilian species with brown skin that averages 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 m) in height. They come from the planet Z'nox, second from the sun in the Huz'deyr star system in the Andromeda galaxy. They are ruled by a planetwide military dictatorship. They once attacked Earth, but were repelled by the X-Men; a later attack via biological warfare was repelled by Spider-Man during the Maximum Security storyline. First seen in X-Men #65 (February 1970).

The Zen-Whoberis are a race of green-skinned humanoids from the planet Zen-Whoberi that are also called the Zen-Whoberians. Gamora is a Zenn-Whoberian. The Zen-Whoberis were exterminated by the Universal Church of Truth, with Thanos rescuing Gamora and adopting her.

The Zenn-Lavians are a human-like species, later described as a pacifistic offshoot of the Kree. Their planet Zenn-La is third from the sun in the Deneb star system in the Milky Way galaxy. Silver Surfer and Shalla-Bal are Zenn-Lavians. First seen in Silver Surfer #1 (August 1968).

The Zn'rx are a bipedal reptilian race with a digitigrade leg structure. They are intelligent and have interstellar travel technology. However, they are also a warlike race by tradition.

First appearing in Fantastic Four, the Zundamites are a semi-humanoid race with pale yellow skin that stands 11 feet 8 inches (3.56 m) tall on average. Their home planet is Zundam. They have the ability to survive in virtually any environment without a special apparatus. A Zundamite served as herald to Terminus.