The silver creatures are the primary hostile indigenous life form Blue encounters on the alien planet. They serve as the local, organized antagonist, representing the established power structure and its immediate threat to any newcomer, especially one who possesses the planet’s latent power.
The silver creatures present themselves as a primitive, aggressive, and highly organized tribe or faction.
Physicality: They are described as silvery-gray humanoids with distinctive features: a large fin on the top center of their heads, hairlessness, and bubbly, exaggerated facial features. This appearance marks them distinctly as alien and physically formidable.
Aggression and Weaponry: Their primary display is one of hostility. They are shown carrying spears, indicating a civilization that relies on physical, focused violence and hunting. They are not passive, they actively pursue and attack Blue.
Organization: The existence of a chief confirms that the silver creatures operate within a hierarchical, structured social order. They are not simply random monsters, they are a functioning, self aware civilization with defined roles and leadership.
The silver creatures’ personality is defined by dominance, territoriality, and fear of change embodied by the power Blue possesses.
Territoriality and Dominance: Their immediate, violent response to Blue is a display of territorial defense. They view the newcomer as an intruder who must be dealt with swiftly, establishing them as the planet’s dominant, dangerous force.
Guardians of the Power: Their dialogue with Blue reveals their central role in the planet’s mythology. The chief speaks about the Power that Blue now possesses, referring to it as “our power.” This suggests they see themselves as the rightful users, guardians, or controllers of this energy, and anyone else acquiring it is an existential threat.
Local Knowledge: The chief is aware of “The One Who Won’t Leave The Trees,” another individual who possesses the power but is deemed “less dangerous.” This confirms the silver creatures have deep, local knowledge and are actively managing a political or spiritual conflict centered on the power. Their actions are not random; they are driven by the politics of their species.
The silver creatures’ challenges revolve around maintaining their social and political dominance in a turbulent environment.
The Power Holders: Their primary challenge is containing or neutralizing individuals who acquire the indigenous power, specifically Blue and “The One Who Won’t Leave The Trees.” They view these individuals as threats to their stability and control over the planet’s resources or destiny.
The Orange Humanoids: While not explicitly stated, their obsession with the power suggests an implicit challenge from the orange humanoids (Bob), who are likely the original source or symbiotic partners of the Power. The silver creatures may be in constant conflict with the orange humanoids to maintain control.
Odin: As a large, malevolent entity residing in the cavern, Odin presents a separate, possibly ancient, threat to all surface dwellers. The silver creatures, despite their aggression, must also contend with this massive, speaking enemy.
In essence, the silver creatures are the warriors of Strandead‘s alien world, driven by a need to control a powerful energy source and protect their territorial dominance from both internal rivals and external newcomers.
