![]() A similar effect has been seen when a Drone is set aflame, typically through the use of military-issue flamethrowers the intense heat from prolonged burning can cause the creature to violently explode, which is most likely due to its already high-pressure circulatory system boiling within its body. This has been seen to cause severe injury and even death to humans caught in such a blast. When a Drone is killed by weapons that cause massive physical trauma, its highly pressurized bloodstream often causes the creature to explode, showering the surrounding area with molecular acid. The Drone's ability to spit acid some distance additionally gives it an ability to attack at a degree rage. They also possess long, prehensile tails that can be used as a formidable weapon in and of themselves, be it as a blunt flail capable of hurling an average human through the air or as a stabbing weapon able to impale and even suspend a Yautja with little effort. The Drone's most distinguishing features are its cylindrical, elongated skull, often more pronounced than on other Xenomorph types. As well as their offensive role, Drones are said to fulfil a worker role within the Hive, building and tending to the nest. In fact, their physical strength is even rival to that of an adult Yautja. They are primarily encountered in offensive situations, being voracious predators possessing notable observational intellect and incredible strength, easily capable of restraining or subduing a physically adept human, lifting a person into the air with little effort, or even breaking down metal pressure doors when in groups. They are dark in color, typically black but often with shades of grey, blue or brown across their bodies. After growing to its full adult height, the Drone typically dwarfs its host, standing at least 7 feet tall when born from a human. They also have an astonishing leaping ability. They are extremely agile, capable of navigating through vents, up walls or across large areas swiftly and nimbly. Most Drones that have been encountered have been spawned from human hosts, and as such generally share their host's bipedal stature - although they are known to move equally well on all fours, particularly when climbing walls or ceilings or moving through enclosed spaces, tasks at which they are adept. "A hell of a lot bigger than us." ― Gabriel Cruz and Lewandowski (from Alien: Bloodlines) " The size of the Drones depends on the hosts they're born from. They are also capable of spitting cysts of this acid at their enemies. Even in death the Drone is dangerous, as its pressurized bloodstream will often cause it to burst apart if sufficiently damaged, drenching nearby enemies in acid blood. Drones are fast and reasonably tough, and equally capable of carrying out premeditated stealth attacks as well as engaging in savage close-quarters combat. Other minor differences have also been noted. Among the roles carried out by Drones are the construction of Hives, the elimination of threats and the capture of potential hosts for reproduction.Īs with many forms of the Xenomorph, the exact physical characteristics of the Drone can vary most obviously, the exact makeup of the creature's head carapace has been seen to differ between individuals, with both smooth and ridged examples observed. Between 7–8 feet in height and 14–16 feet long (including their tail), Drones are by far the most widespread caste of Xenomorph, acting as the species' principal offensive unit in combat situations. The Drone, also commonly referred to as the Warrior, Soldier, Worker or Lurker, and designated a "Stage 4" Xenomorph, is the most common adult form of the species Xenomorph XX121.
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