Ranking All 15 Yautja Variants in Predator by Their Kill Count

Throughout cinematic history, the Yautja, colloquially known as Predators, have gained notoriety for their hunting prowess, with iconic representations ranging from Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Dutch Schaefer confronting the Jungle Hunter in the original Predator to the Feral Predator featured in Dan Trachtenberg’s prequel Prey. These extraterrestrial beings have amassed an impressive body count, claiming the lives of countless animals, humans, and even Xenomorphs.

The expansive lore surrounding the Yautja includes thrilling crossovers such as Alien vs. Predator, captivating prequels that delve into their origins, and spin-offs that transport audiences beyond Earth. Renowned for their trophy-hunting rituals, Yautja epitomize cunning, intelligence, and a unique interpretation of the sport of killing. Equipped with advanced technology like camouflage abilities and heat vision, establishing an accurate kill count for each variant is challenging, but the cinematic evidence suggests they are among the deadliest species encountered in film.

15 Chopper

Alien vs. Predator (2004)

This Young Blood Yautja was part of a trio of brothers who ventured to Earth for a ritual hunt in Alien vs. Predator. Unfortunately, Chopper failed to successfully eliminate any Xenomorphs, as he was distracted by humans and swiftly ambushed by the Xenomorph Drone known as Grid. Although his involvement in the deaths of several members of the Weyland Industries team at Razorback Point Whaling Station is acknowledged, his true lethal capability remains speculative due to his premature demise.

14 Crucified Predator

Predators (2010)

The Crucified Predator, modeled after the original creature designed by Stan Winston, appears in Predators as well as various video games and comic adaptations. Although the precise nature of his kill count remains shrouded in mystery, he faced a horrific fate at the hands of the Super Predators on the Game Preserve Planet, being captured and displayed on a totem. Despite momentarily escaping, he ultimately succumbed to decapitation by the Berserker during a fierce battle.

13 The Elder Predator

Alien vs. Predator (2004)

This Elder Predator, an Ancient Yautja, served as the overseer during the initiation hunt of the Young Bloods featured in Alien vs. Predator. Commanding the Mother Ship that transported the Young Bloods to Earth, he is presumed to have been responsible for numerous unaccounted deaths before being shown guiding and mentoring upcoming generations of Yautja hunters.

12 Greyback

Predator 2 (1990)

The Greyback Predator’s interactions with humanity date back as far as 1718 when he aided pirate captain Raphael Adolini in defeating mutineers. Following this encounter, he was bestowed with a flintlock pistol. Fast forward to 1997, Greyback returned to Earth with a hunting party, yet he allowed the City Hunter Predator to wreak havoc in Los Angeles without interference. After the City Hunter’s eventual defeat, Greyback and his crew departed the planet without a clear record of his kill count.

11 Celtic

Alien vs. Predator (2004)

Celtic, the largest of the three Young Blood Yautja in Alien vs. Predator, sought to attain Blooded status through the elimination of Xenomorphs. Despite his aspirations, Celtic was credited with just one confirmed kill, claiming the life of mercenary Max Stafford amidst an ambush. In a tragic twist of fate, his overconfidence led to his demise at the hands of Grid, a notorious Xenomorph.

10 The Falconer

Predators (2010)

The Game Preserve Planet in Predators featured a multitude of Yautja varieties, employing unique skills to pursue their prey. The Falconer Predator leveraged a falcon-like mechanized device for aerial tracking and was allied with the Super Predator Clan. His collaboration with the Berserker and Tracker led to the targeting of human victims. However, the Falconer ultimately fell in a confrontation with human fighter Hanzō Kawakami, who managed to mortally wound him before succumbing to his own injuries.

9 Tracker

Predators (2010)

Renowned as the Super Predator Tracker, this Yautja, also referred to as Flusher or Dog Handler, made his appearance within the Game Preserve Planet. Using extraterrestrial Hell Hound creatures for tracking, Tracker participated in the abduction of humans for sport. He was responsible for the death of Ronald Noland and played a role in indirectly causing Nikolai Fedorov’s self-sacrifice, which ultimately destroyed Tracker along with himself.

8 Berserker Predator

Predators (2010)

Defying the typical Yautja Honor Code, the Berserker Predator pursued kills without regard for tradition, often reveling in violent confrontation. Joining forces with the Super Predators, he established a rivalry with the Jungle Hunter Clan, ultimately overpowering the Crucified Predator. Despite his trail of chaos, the Berserker met his end when elite human mercenary Royce delivered a lethal attack with a bone axe.

7 Upgrade Predator

The Predator (2018)

The Upgrade Predator, a genetically enhanced Yautja, served as the primary antagonist to the Fugitive Predator. Designed with DNA amalgamated from various species, he exhibited superior strength and resilience, making him a far greater threat than his predecessors. His notable kills include Lynch, Baxley, Coyle, and the Fugitive Predator himself. Ultimately, he was vanquished by Quinn McKenna, who cleverly used the creature’s own technology against him.

6 Wolf

Alien vs. Predator: Requiem (2007)

This experienced Yautja had established a reputation for killing at least five humans and numerous Xenomorphs, even engaging in direct combat with a Predalien. With a track record that likely spans many more kills, during the events of Alien vs. Predator: Requiem, Wolf answered a distress signal from a crashed Yautja Scout Ship. His remarkable abilities allowed him to gain the upper hand in combat against two Xenomorph Drones, but ultimately, he fell victim to a nuclear bomb dropped by Colonel Stevens.

5 Scar

Alien vs. Predator (2004)

The Alien Hunter known as Scar was the cleverest among the Young Blood Yautja featured in Alien vs. Predator. His notable victims included Rusten, Quinn, Stone, Bass, and Charles Bishop Weyland. With a successful kill of Grid and an assisted takedown of the Antarctic Queen, Scar earned his title of Blooded Predator. Unfortunately, this triumph was fleeting, as he sustained fatal injuries during his final battle with the Queen.

4 City Hunter

Predator 2 (1990)

The City Hunter Predator, part of the Lost Tribe from Predator 2, emerged as the film’s primary antagonist, targeting government officials and law enforcement during a deadly spree in Los Angeles. He extensively hunted local gang leaders and confronted Detective Lieutenant Mike Harrigan. Ultimately, he was killed in a fierce battle aboard the Yautja Mother Ship, solidifying his place as one of the franchise’s most formidable and unforgettable killers.

3 Jungle Predator

Predator (1987)

The Jungle Predator was the first Yautja to capture the imagination of audiences in the 1987 film, Predator. This resourceful hunter stalked American military personnel during a conflict in Guatemala, employing his advanced invisibility and heat vision to toy with his victims. Ultimately, he faced his match in the resilience of Dutch Schaefer, but not before registering a total of nine kills.

2 Feral Predator

Prey (2022)

Significantly distinct from traditional designs, the Feral Predator showcased a new, formidable approach to hunting. Director Dan Trachtenberg described its style as emerging from a different hemisphere of the Yautja’s homeworld. In 1719, this evolved predator wreaked havoc on both animals and human settlers across the Great Plains, ultimately clashing with Comanche and French trappers. Though he instilled terror, the Feral Predator ultimately met defeat at the hands of Naru, a resourceful Comanche healer using the predator’s own weapons against it.

1 Fugitive Predator

The Predator (2018)

The Fugitive Predator, a Yautja-human hybrid introduced in The Predator, was apprehended by Project Stargazer following its arrival on Earth in 2018. This creature, also known as the Rogue Predator, was on a mission to deliver the groundbreaking Predator Killer technology to humanity in a bid to help fend off a looming invasion. Responsible for the deaths of numerous Project Stargazer personnel, he claimed high-profile victims like Vinnie Dupre and Hanes before ultimately falling to the Upgrade Predator in their confrontation.

Source: Comic Book

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