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    The Monstrefact: Alien, Part 3 – Trilobite & Deacon

    enJuly 18, 2024
    What is the black goo from the Criminalia podcast?
    How does the black goo affect human organisms?
    What is the significance of the trilipite creature?
    What is the life cycle of the xenomorphic creatures?
    What themes will Family Secrets explore in its upcoming season?

    Podcast Summary

    • Biological EvolutionThe black goo from Criminalia podcast can lead to the creation of unusual organisms, such as the seven-tentacle trilipite, which bears little resemblance to the prehistoric arthropod of the same name. Some creatures, like the seven-armed octopus, have a misconception about their number of arms, but they actually have eight.

      The black goo, a powerful evolutionary accelerant from the Criminalia podcast, can lead to the creation of strange and unusual organisms. As discussed in the Monster Facts series from Stuff to Blow Your Mind, the black goo transformed a human crewmate into a squid-like creature, which grew into a seven-tentacle monster, often referred to as the trilipite. This creature bears little resemblance to the prehistoric arthropod of the same name. The seven-armed appearance of the creature is a misconception, as some octopuses are called "seven-armed," but they actually have eight arms. The male of the seven-armed octopus, Halifranus atlanticus, has a specialized fertilization arm that remains hidden, giving the appearance of having only seven arms. These discoveries illustrate the extraordinary and often bizarre ways that biological evolution can manifest.

    • Alien life cycle complexityThe Alien creature's life cycle is more complex than initially thought, with a trilobite form acting as a specialized infector for larger hosts, resulting in various xenomorphic forms influenced by their environment and host survivability.

      The monster in the Alien franchise is more complex than it initially appears. The creature, which starts as a trilobite, is actually an intermediate stage in its life cycle. When the trilobite infects a host, it implants its embryo orally and then covers the host's body in a protective posture. This suggests that the trilobite form may have developed specifically for infecting larger prey. The resulting xenomorphic creatures have distinct life cycles, which are influenced by their environment and host survivability. The engineers, who are genetically similar to humans, seem to be ideal carriers and mothers for these creatures. It's unclear if there's something unique about the engineers' biology that attracts the pathogens and creatures they create. The trilobite may be a specialized engineer-napper, and the genetic contributions of Holloway and Shaw may have been minimal. The creatures remain highly adaptive to host availability and can evolve rapidly. The black goo pathogen ultimately leads to more stabilized xenomorphic forms, which are informed by their environment and host survivability.

    • Deacon transformationThe Deacon, a new xenomorphic creature in the Alien RPG, undergoes a transformation from its host, emerging as a bipedal creature with a spiked head that helps it break free. Its appearance and life cycle share similarities with other xenomorphs but the details of its development and eventual form remain a mystery.

      The Deacon, a new xenomorphic creature in the Alien RPG, undergoes a dramatic transformation from its host, hollowing out its body and emerging as a bipedal creature with a spiked head. This spike, similar to an egg tooth in certain animals, helps the Deacon break free from its host and its biomechanical suit. Although it may lose this feature as it grows into its larger form, the nature and development of the Deacon's life cycle remain a mystery. The creature's appearance and life cycle share similarities with other xenomorphic forms, but on a larger scale for giant humanoid hosts. While the engineers might have more information, humans remain in the dark about the Deacon's life cycle and eventual form. Stay tuned for more episodes of Monster Fact, where we'll explore the Neomorph and the traditional Xenomorph life cycle in the coming weeks. Share your thoughts and theories with us at contact@stufftableyourmind.com. Thanks to JJ Passway for producing this show.

    • Family Secrets themesThe 10th season of Family Secrets explores complex themes including consequences of psychological studies, impact of public trials on families, and importance of truth-telling, inspired by real-life experiences.

      The upcoming 10th season of Family Secrets, a podcast production by iHeartRadio, promises to explore complex and thought-provoking themes. The podcast will delve into topics such as the consequences of participating in psychological studies, the impact of public trials on families, and the importance of truth-telling. Listeners can expect to grapple with these and other challenging questions by tuning in to Family Secrets on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever they get their podcasts. The season's compelling storylines are inspired by real-life experiences, highlighting the importance of examining the complexities of family dynamics and the consequences of keeping secrets. Stay tuned for this intriguing and thought-provoking podcast.

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