Sil's Species are an unnamed, sexually aggressive alien species intent on spreading itself throughout the universe by infiltrating, breeding with, and annihilating the intelligent populations of other planets. It is capable of rapid growth and can bond its own DNA to that of other creatures through copulation, reproduction and other forms of genetic contact.
Origins[]
Professor Herman Cromwell claims that the original species originated in the Large Magellanic Cloud (called the Magellanic Galaxy), the only other place in the universe where carbon-based life had apparently been discovered. It is also stipulated that they were a "cancerous" race that visited Mars millions of years ago when its surface was similar to that of Earth, and annihilated all life on its surface before leaving remnants of their DNA in its soil.
Mankind's first interaction with this particular species occurred in 1993 when the SETI (Search for Extra-Terrestrial Life) project received a pair of messages from outer space. The first message contained a more efficient use of methane, while the second contained a DNA sequence along with directions on how to mix it with human DNA. As the first message was seen as friendly contact, scientists went ahead and performed the fusion. Three living organisms were created, two of which were put into frozen stasis in liquid nitrogen, while the third (a female) was allowed to grow under the code-name "Sil". Sil was later succeeded by several more generations of the species.
Biology[]
The species are typically created through hybridization with DNA of the native species of planets they've contacted or otherwise, in a sense, invaded. Practically all known versions of the alien humanoids are hybrids, such as Sil's offspring and most of Patrick Ross'. The only exception however, being those infected with the alien DNA, which was shown in both Ross and Anne Sampas, who became infected due to an escaped sample. Sara, the daughter of both Ross and Sil's duplicate, Eve, is by far, the purest of the hybrids to ever be born. Regardless of their hybridization abilities however, the aliens are naturally able to sense genetic defects and damage in potential mates, which typically leads them to reject them outright. They can be extremely hostile, especially to those who are hostile towards them, however even with calm and polite people, they can also be very hostile. They possess a bio-mechanical look to them, similar in respect to that of the Xenomorph. It is unknown as to how long they live, however it's likely they can live for far longer than that of humans. The creatures possess a number of physical abilities that make them significantly more powerful than humans as well.
The creatures possess superior physical strength, which can enable them to both lift and toss a full grown man like a ragdoll while they appear as a child. An example of this was when Sil was able to do this aboard a train and a homeless man approached her, forcing her to defend herself in such a manner. Females are easily able to keep a fully fit man underwater until death, such as when Sil drowned her potential mate in his own hot tub. They all possess the ability to shift between both their human and alien forms at will, regardless of their gender or status as a half-breed or pure. Aliens born from artificial means and are allowed to grow, grow at an accelerated rate. Sil herself, was just 3 months old and she looked like a child, however this didn't last, as she formed a cocoon around herself to mature her body far faster. Cocoons are not only used for maturation, but also mating, as a large cocoon was created while Eve and Patrick began mating. The aliens possess an advanced healing factor as well, which is shown in both genders, allowing them to completely regrow bones and tissue within mere seconds. Sil was able to repair damage to her back within seconds and even clipped off one of her own fingers sheers, only for it to regrow. Eve's daughter, Sara, also possesses this ability, allowing her to regrow her forearm and hand within seconds.
The aliens also possess powerful telepathic powers, allowing them to detect others of their kind and vice versa. They are extremely fast learners, such as Sil's ability to learn how to read the lips of those around her, prior to her escape. The aliens are able to even detect things that humans are not equipped to, such as inedible items giving off a pink color or potential mates with genetic defects to be labeled green. The creatures have also demonstrated the ability to morph certain parts of their bodies into weapons. Sil was able to extend her tongue, which she used to kill the diabetic bar patron. She also demonstrated the ability to generate long tentacles from the nipples on her breasts to latch onto targets she couldn't reach. Eve was able to extend 6 spikes on her back to impale Patrick Ross. This ability was likely an ability of Sil as well, since Eve was a duplicate, but it was never shown. Much like their accelerated rate of maturity, the species themselves are able to also reproduce at an accelerated rate, which happens when the female's chest opens up and birth children, right after mating. The process was shown to be extremely painful, such as when Sil birthed her son in a cave. They are also able to leap great distances, scale solid surfaces and even move at speeds and some show the ability to change their eye colors while in human form.
The Species are typically bipedal, however, Patrick Ross, a male who was a human but infected by the alien DNA on Mars and turned into the alien, can change into a quadrupedal form. As powerful as they are, the creatures are not invincible and can be killed if every single bit of their body has been destroyed. Despite their advanced regenerative powers, which allow them to survive otherwise fatal blows to the body, diseases of Earth are said to be another of their weaknesses. A prime example of this was when Gamble told Preston to stab him and use his blood, which was a carrier for the Sickle Cell Anemia gene, as a weapon against Patrick. The blood was enough to kill Patrick in his second stage alien form.
Known Members[]
Sil[]
Sil
The most prominent hybrid created by the species was "Sil". Fused with high quality human DNA, the alien DNA induced rapid growth, causing Sil to form into a visible fetus in a single day. In less than a month, she grew into a young girl on the verge of puberty. Sil exhibited great speed and strength, but also suffered from terrible nightmares brought on by her alien DNA. She later claimed that the nightmares “Tell me who I am.” Ultimately, the research team decided creating Sil was a mistake and attempted to poison her with cyanide gas. Sil escapes the lab in which she was created and, while on the run, pupates by forming a cocoon of maroon-colored flesh similar in appearance to the pure alien form. She was horrified by this development and the process appears to be very painful. After a few hours, she emerged from her cocoon as a completely naked (it is unknown if her clothes were destroyed by the transformation or she removed them while in her cocoon; if so it is unknown why she did this) fully-grown (and consequently very attractive) woman.
While still somewhat shy and uneasy, Sil is able to quickly adapt to her surroundings, showing an incredible cunning as she blends into society. Sil also demonstrated an incredible ability to assimilate knowledge just by touch. For example, in a few seconds she has the ability to assimilate entire books simply by touch. How this phenomenon works is never explained. Besides speeding up her growth rate, augmenting her intellect/memory retention, and enhancing her physical abilities, the alien DNA also greatly enhances the most basic of animalistic impulses: the need to procreate. Pretty soon, Sil's alien libido takes over and, in a state of almost constant fertility (she seems to menstruate once), she attempts to mate with human males.
Sil's breast tentacles
Her human form is, in truth, merely a disguise and her true alien form is an exotic, sensual, alien mockery of the human form. Her form is chitinous and reptilian, somewhat reminiscent of the Xenomorphs, but still humanoid in appearance. Her “hair” is a mass of prehensile tentacles which are slicked back behind her head. She possesses two sets of teeth with the internal set being razor sharp. Her breasts, rather than storing fat or mammary glands, instead store long, slimy tentacles which emerge from her "nipples." She can use her breast-tentacles as weapons but they are also used in her amorous mating ritual. Sil has long sharp spines up her back that she can retract and extend at will. These seem to be utilized as a weapon by Eve. Last but not least, Sil's infamous tongue. Her long tongue is tipped with sharp spines and is her primary defense mechanism (or weapon). When threatened, she can simple impale her aggressor with her tongue. This "kiss of death" is shown at least once. Sil's alien form is also capable of holding its breath underwater for an extended period.
Sil giving birth by opening her chest cavity.
Sil eventually seduces and successfully copulates with Arden and she gives birth to a son mere hours later. While she is in labor, her abdomen bulges slightly with her rapidly developing child and her chest begins to separate. At the moment of birth, Sil's rib-cage splits open and separates to reveal her newborn son. Sil's son does not survive for long, however, and is killed minutes after his birth. There remains some conjecture as to how Sil's race conceives and what traits are passed on. Due to the changing nature the species and the diverse variations in subsequent generations, there is no way of knowing for sure.
Eve[]
Eve
The Species was recreated again using one of the frozen organisms that Sil originated from. This new life form was given the name Eve. Eve was a clone of the original Sil and was designed to be an "improvement." She was made less aggressive and slightly more docile by making her more "human." While Eve is much gentler than her late sister, her alien mating instincts are still very powerful. This is countered with special drugs to calm her sex drives, along with being completely isolated from the male sex.
Eve is, for the most part, identical to Sil with only a few minor differences. Eve's complexion is more violet while Sil's was a sickly tan. Her head tentacles are longer and hang behind her back more like hair. Eve also seems to have an exceptionally acute ESP ability, being able to telepathically communicate with members of her species. Her breasts, like Sil, also contain tentacles but are only used in her mating ritual. Eve, unlike Sil, does not kill humans.
After a successful mission to Mars, Patrick Ross became infected with traces of the species DNA found on the planet surface. The unknowing astronaut became a ticking time bomb. Upon his return to earth, he and his crew were given a heroes welcome. Patrick later slipped away from the festivities and slept with a debutante and her sister. During the lovemaking session between Patrick and the women, Eve began to sense the breeding of the recently infected human and the gestation of his first child with the first woman, who was in great pain as her womb expanded and the child ripped itself out of her body.
Sara[]
Sara
Sara is the daughter of Eve and Patrick. Eve gave birth to her in an ambulance. She was nurtured by Dr. Abbot for research to create a perfect alien DNA. Sara is similar in many points with Sil. But she is less aggressive than Sil and killed the least humans among female species appearing in the Species series
Sara uses her hair-like tentacle
In her alien form, Sara has a more scaly and tubular look than the aliens of the previous movies. She lacks the breast tentacles that Sil and Eve had, but instead she has four sharp "hair" tentacles which she can use to attack. She also has nail tentacles that Sil and Eve didn't have, and reaches it to pick up or attack at long range. Her eyes don't have reptilian pupils but instead they emit a blue glow. Her different appearance may be due to Patrick Ross.
Miranda Hollander[]
Miranda Hollander is the creation of Tom Hollander and his friend Forbes McGuire. She was told that she lost her parents at a young age and Tom raised her, with her believing that he was her uncle. She believed herself human and served as a brilliant, yet seductive college teacher, who was unaware that she was nearing the end of her life. Following celebrating her birthday with her boyfriend, her alien genes awoken, resulting in the death of her boyfriend. Hollander then revealed the truth of her alien nature, which resulted in both driving to Mexico to meet with Forbes in hopes of saving her life. It was then discovered, that Miranda needed infusions of fresh human DNA to survive, but she didn't like the idea of people being sacrificed for her benefit. Despite this, she was infused with the DNA, following succumbing to her condition. She then entered a cocoon, then emerged, both healthy and strong.
Now she was better, Miranda became much more aggressive than what she was previously. She even attempted seducing Hollander, but left and killed a hybrid innkeeper named Calderon, who was sterile. She eventually seduced and killed Forbes, after he impregnated her. Hollander would then find her and brought her back to the lab, which revealed she was pregnant, however Azura, a fellow hybrid and creation of Forbes' however, attacked both Hollander and Miranda, leading to a fatal showdown for both aliens. The status of Miranda's child however, remains a mystery.
Patrick Ross[]
Patrick Ross
An American astronaut, Patrick Ross, was infected with the alien DNA while on a mission to Mars. When Patrick returned to Earth, the alien DNA that he was infected with soon transformed him into a human-alien hybrid. He then went on a mating spree, impregnating human females who would die shortly afterwards while giving birth.
Patrick mating with Eve
As described above, Patrick is the only known hybrid to have two types of alien forms: bipedal and quadrupedal. The bipedal form is a male version of Sil and Eve's. This form is only seen during the mating scene with Eve. The quadrupedal form is for combat and is more massive and brutish. The reason why he has two types of alien forms is not clear, but one is for sure, he was an infected, not a true hybrid.
Patrick splitting his head
When Patrick attack Dr. Laura Baker, he used a tentacle-like tongue. In quadrupedal form, Patrick demonstrated the ability to split his head in two, thus forming a duel headed form. he used a tentacle-like tongue to kill females by inserting itself into the female's mouth.
Yosef[]
Yosef
Yosef is one of the sons of Patrick Ross. He had an extendable tentacle-penis which attempted to enter Sara's mouth, similar to the tentacle described above. This suggests that the female species in fact can be impregnated via oral intercourse.
Culture & Technology[]
It is mentioned that the signal that came to Earth was transmitted through several Black Holes which served to hide its point of origin.[1] It is unknown what level of technological achievement "The Species" are currently at; however, their mentioned mastery of black holes is a testament to their achievements. It is unknown whether the Species has space travel capabilities, though a space faring vehicle of some kind belonging to the original Alien race is mentioned.[2] It does seem plausible that if the race is advanced enough to manipulate black holes, they would also have achieved advanced space travel. The species had once established a colony on Mars and consumed all of the planet's natural resources before moving on.[3] It is unknown how they got to Mars and there is no mention of space travel, leaving it open to debate. However, a character speculates that the Species could be literally billions of years old. Their capabilities remain unknown but the human hybrids show an ability to learn and absorb information extremely fast and put that knowledge to practical use.
Little is known about their culture, however what is known is that they conquer other aliens via sending them information on their DNA, as well as an infinite fuel source. Once the species they've contacted uses the DNA to make a hybrid between their own and the alien DNA, they mature, learn and adapt to the environment around them. Their primary goal however, is to mate with those they deem suitable for reproduction. They typically avoid those with genetic defects and will kill anything or anyone that gets in their way. It also appears that the species possesses no moral qualms about who their mates are or even if they possess relations to a specific member, so taboos such as incest are not off limits. A prime example of this was Yosef, who is a half-breed child of Patrick Ross, who attempted to mate with his half-sister, Sara, also a child of Ross, but conceived with Eve.
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Notes[]
- The Species life-form was designed by H.R. Giger, who created the Xenomorphs. Notable similarities between this Species and the Xenomorphs include Patrick's quadrupedal form being massive, brutish, and built for combat.
- The Species also shares similarities with the Yautja, as they both possess hair-like tentacles and two mandibles near their mouths (though the latter is more in line with the Predalien).