How did Necromorphs start?
Necromorphs were created through the power of Markers, alien objects that emit a highly concentrated electromagnetic signal that alters any dead tissue in range on a cellular level, converting it into Necromorph tissue and re-animating the corpse of the host organism. The Necromorph outbreak was the result of colonists moving the Red Marker away from its pedestal, which seemed to trigger the transformation of dead bodies into these aggressive, reanimated creatures.
Introduction to Necromorphs
Necromorphs are highly aggressive, reanimated undead creatures that originate from the strange powers exhibited by alien artifacts known as the Markers, which emit signals that cause paranoia and hallucinations to living beings in its vicinity, leading them to engage in strange behavior or violently attack each other.
Understanding the Necromorph Outbreak
The Necromorph outbreak was a catastrophic event that occurred when the Marker’s signal was disrupted, causing the transformation of dead bodies into Necromorphs. This event was triggered by the colonists’ actions, and it had severe consequences for the human population.
FAQs
1. What caused the Necromorph outbreak in Dead Space 1?
The Necromorph outbreak in Dead Space 1 was caused by the colonists moving the Red Marker away from its pedestal.
2. How did the Necromorph outbreak start on the Ishimura?
The Necromorph outbreak on the Ishimura started when the dead Necromorph remains were revived after they got near the new, under-construction Marker.
3. Why are the Necromorphs different in Dead Space 3?
The Necromorphs in Dead Space 3 are different because the Marker adapted to the new environment, using available dead bodies, such as those of dogs, to create new types of Necromorphs.
4. What is the strongest Necromorph?
The strongest Necromorph is the Hunter, followed closely by the Brute and Super-Brute.
5. Can you hide from Necromorphs?
Necromorphs can sense your heartbeat and blood pumping within a certain proximity, making it difficult to hide from them for an extended period.
6. Are Necromorphs Eldritch?
Yes, Necromorphs can be considered Eldritch, as they are grotesque, alien mutants made from various deceased matter, with designs that have been central to the horror appeal of the series.
7. How did McNeil turn into a Necromorph?
McNeil turned into a Necromorph after succumbing to blood loss from cutting off his hand and subsequently being infected by the Marker’s signal.
8. Why are Necromorphs scary?
Necromorphs are scary because they are the mutated corpses of humans and other creatures that are reshaped into horrific new forms due to the recombinant extraterrestrial infection that originates from the Markers.
9. Did the Leviathans create the Reapers?
No, the Leviathans did not create the Reapers; instead, the Intelligence used the Leviathans’ genetic material to create the first Reaper, Harbinger.
10. What is the smallest Necromorph?
The smallest Necromorph is the Swarmers, which do not count towards certain achievements or trophies in the games.
11. Is the Gargantuan Leviathan dead?
The Gargantuan Leviathan is thought to be extinct, but its current status is unknown.
12. Why didn’t Isaac know Nicole was dead?
Isaac did not know Nicole was dead because the Marker had been manipulating him, along with other crew members, into restoring it to full power, making him hallucinate Nicole’s presence.
13. What is the original twist of Dead Space?
The original twist of Dead Space is that Isaac realizes, with the help of Kendra Daniels, that Nicole was just a hallucination the entire time, and the Marker had been manipulating him.
14. What happened to Nicole’s body?
It is unknown what happened to Nicole’s body after her death; it is possible that she was infected and turned into a Necromorph.
15. Why did Isaac go insane in Dead Space?
Isaac’s insanity in Dead Space was brought on by his proximity to the Marker and its after-effects on him, causing him to experience hallucinations and paranoia.