Predator

Creation & Design

The Predator was created by Jim Thomas and John Thomas for the 1987 film 'Predator'. The character was designed to be a formidable alien hunter, showcasing advanced technology and a unique culture centered around hunting.

Early Years

The Predator made its comic book debut in 'Predator: Concrete Jungle' in 1990, where it was depicted as a relentless hunter in an urban environment, establishing its reputation in the comic book world.

Character Development

Over the years, the Predator has evolved from a simple movie monster to a complex character with a rich lore, exploring themes of honor, survival, and the nature of the hunt.

Cultural Reception

The Predator has been well-received in both film and comic adaptations, becoming a cultural icon known for its unique design and hunting prowess.

Character Details

Real Name:
Yautja
Aliases:
The Hunter, The Ultimate Hunter
Species:
Yautja
Gender:
male
Affiliations:
Predator Clan, The Hunters
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Advanced technology, Stealth, Hunting skills
Equipment:
Plasma caster, Smart disc, Cloaking device, Wrist blades
Weight:
300lbs
Height:
6' 6"
Eye Color:
yellow
Hair Color:
none
Results: 27 Issues Found

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Dark Horse ⋅ 1989

Predator #1
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1st appearance of Predator in a standard comic book

Marvel acquired the rights to publish Alien and Predator comics from Dark Horse in 2020

[October 2024 - a secret Predator film directed by Dan Trachtenberg (Prey) is rumored to release prior to Predator: Badlands]

Dark Horse Presents #36
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First battle of Aliens vs Predator

Variant ⋅ Dark Horse ⋅ 1990

Dark Horse Presents #36
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Variant cover art by Dave Dorman

Aliens vs. Predator #1

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First Aliens vs. Predator crossover series

Continuation of the Aliens vs Predator story from Dark Horse Presents #36

Batman Versus Predator #1

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Part one of a three-issue series that spawned two follow-up series

Prestige ⋅ DC ⋅ 1992

Batman Versus Predator #1
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Prestige format edition, higher quality paper, cardstock connecting cover

Prestige ⋅ DC ⋅ 1992

Batman Versus Predator #1
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Prestige format edition, higher quality paper, cardstock connecting cover

Aliens / Predator: The Deadliest of the Species #1

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Variant silver-foil Ashcan edition, limited to 1,000

Distributed selectively at comic conventions in a protective sleeve with a gold stamp labeled Official Hero Original Seal of Authenticity

Predator vs. Magnus Robot Fighter #1
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Published by Dark Horse and Valiant

Trade Paperback reprinting 'Predator vs. Magnus Robot Fighter #1 and #2

Dark Horse Presents #137
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Final Predator story in the Dark Horse Presents series

A Predator slaughters a group of Nazis in search of lost treasure

Dark Horse Presents #146
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Aliens vs. Predator story

Copies ordered by retailers: 5,849

Aliens vs. Predator vs. The Terminator #1

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Team-up of Ripley and Predators versus Alien/Terminator hybrids

Copies ordered by retailers: 19,713

Aliens vs. Predator vs. The Terminator #2

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Copies ordered by retailers: 17,143

Aliens vs. Predator vs. The Terminator #4

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Copies ordered by retailers: 18,900

Aliens vs. Predator vs. The Terminator
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96-page softcover collection of the four issue limited series published in 2001

Original retail price: $11.95

Values reflect first printing

Aliens vs. Predator vs. The Terminator #3

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Copies ordered by retailers: 17,950

Alien vs. Predator: Whoever Wins We Lose #1

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Promotional mini-comic distributed with the unrated Aliens vs Predator DVD, sold exclusively at Best Buy

Reprint of Alien vs Predator Annual #1 with foil cover

Variant ⋅ Dark Horse ⋅ 2009

Predator #1
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Variant cover art by Chris Warner, limited to 1,000 copies

1 of 16 books offered free-of-charge to 10 randomly selected retailers in a Dark Horse promotion that awarded 100 special edition variants to each store

Predators Movie Adaptation #1

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Official adaptation of the 2010 Predators film

Cover is a promotional image from Twentieth Century Fox

Prometheus: Fire and Stone - Omega #1

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44-page one-shot featuring Prometheus, Aliens and Predator

Variant ⋅ Dark Horse ⋅ 2016

Predator: Life and Death #1
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Variant cover art by Chris Warner inspired by Dark Horse Presents #35 (1989)

Includes a story titled Predator: Life and Death featuring Predators, Aliens, and the Prometheus Engineers

DC Comics / Dark Horse Comics Crossovers: Batman vs Predator

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368-page, softcover tradepaperback

Collects all three Batman vs Predator limited series: Batman vs Predator I, II: Bloodmatch, III: Blood Ties

Original cover price: $34.99

30th Anniversary: Predator - The Original Comics Series #1

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320-page hardcover collection of stories including:

Predator: Concrete Jungle #1 - #4

Predator: Cold War #1 - #4

Predator: Dark River #1 - #4

Original retail price: $49.99

Predator: The Original Screenplay #1

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Comic book adaptation of the original 1984 screenplay 'Hunters' later renamed 'Predator' written by John and James Thomas

Predator #1
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Marvel begins publishing Predator

1:50 ⋅ Marvel ⋅ 2022

Predator #1
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Variant cover art by Philip Tan

Predator vs Spider-Man #1

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1st appearance of Skinner, a Predator