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'''Zebesians''' are [[Pirate Trooper|Pirate Troopers]] that have been modified for the conquest of [[Zebes]]. They seem to have a bird, or [[Chozo]]-like, head. They also have claws that open up to fire one or two lasers at enemies. They are also capable of clinging to walls with ease. Despite the fact that they are not native to Zebes, they have taken on the name of the area they are inhabiting. [[Samus Aran|Samus]] encounters them multiple times in the events of Super Metroid. In [[Metroid: Other M]], the [[Galactic Federation]] has created cybernetic copies of the Zebesians on the [[Bottle Ship]], in an attempt to create an elite army force. They escape and often cause Samus trouble. In [[Metroid Fusion]], all Zebesians are purple, and are clones created by the [[X Parasite]]s. they are the same as others in most respects
'''Zebesians'''<ref name="sm manual">{{cite manual|These feared aliens are known as the scourge of the Galaxy. They are known for stealing galactic trading ships and leaving the crews stranded in space.|Super Metroid|34}}</ref><ref name="mf manual">{{cite manual|These feared aliens once tried to use Metroids to further their schemes. They cling to walls and attack.|Metroid Fusion|39}}</ref><ref name="Cyber Zebesian">{{cite|Adam, are you seeing this? It's a Zebesian...but it's been cybernetically enhanced. What is this thing?|Samus Aran|Metroid: Other M}}</ref> are [[Space Pirate]]s that have been modified for the conquest of [[Zebes]]. They seem to have a bird-like head. They also have claws that open up to fire one or two lasers at enemies. They are also capable of clinging to walls with ease. Despite the fact that they are not native to Zebes, they have taken on the name of the area they are inhabiting.
 
[[Samus Aran|Samus]] encounters them multiple times in the events of ''[[Super Metroid]]''. In ''[[Metroid: Other M]]'', the [[Galactic Federation]] has created cybernetic copies of the Zebesians on the ''[[Bottle Ship]]'', in an attempt to create an elite army force at the disposal of the Federation.<ref>{{cite|Behind closed doors, the Galactic Federation was trying to create a special forces-unit composed of bioweapons. In order to make it happen, they were attempting to create an organization modeled after the Space Pirates, with the Zebesians at the center. But, because of a certain... presence, the life-forms became ferocious. We were no longer able to control them.|[[Madeline Bergman]]|Metroid: Other M}}</ref> They escape and often cause Samus trouble as she explores the ''Bottle Ship''. In ''[[Metroid Fusion]]'', all Zebesians are purple, and are [[X Parasite|X]] mimicking Zebesians, their presence in the [[Biologic Space Labs Research Station|B.S.L research station]] implies that either the  mimicked Zebesians on [[Zebes]] then entered the B.S.L station or [[Biologic Space Labs]] researchers brought Zebesian specimens for study aboard the research station.
 
==Variants==
==Variants==
 
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===Green===
===Green Zebesians===
{{main|Green Zebesian}}
{{main|Green Zebesian}}
Usually weak and easy to kill.
Green Zebesians are usually weak and easy for Samus to kill.


===Red===
===Red Zebesians===
{{main|Red Zebesian}}
{{main|Red Zebesian}}
Can only be harmed by the [[Missile]]s and [[Spazer Beam]].
Red Zebesians can only be harmed by the [[Missile]]s and [[Spazer Beam]].


===Pink===
===Pink Zebesians===
{{main|Pink Zebesian}}
{{main|Pink Zebesian}}
Can only be harmed by the [[Plasma Beam]].
Pink Zebesians are only vulnerable to the [[Plasma Beam]].
===Yellow===
 
===Yellow Zebesians===
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{{main|Yellow Zebesian}}
Can only be harmed by the [[Screw Attack]]
Yellow Zebesians can only be damaged by the [[Screw Attack]]


===Silver===
===Silver Zebesians===
{{main|Silver Zebesian}}
{{main|Silver Zebesian}}
Only the back is vulnerable, these are usually very rare.
Silver Zebesians are very rare. These powerful Zebesians are only vulnerable on their backs.


===Gold===
===Gold Zebesians===
{{main|Gold Zebesian}}
{{main|Gold Zebesian}}
Only the back is vulnerable, these are usually very rare. Very similar to Silver Zebesians.
Gold Zebesians are very much like Silver Zebesians. They can also only be damaged on their backs and are very resilient.


===Black===
===Black Zebesians===
{{main|Black Zebesian}}
{{main|Black Zebesian}}
Very high health, only vulnerable to the charge beam.
Black Zebesians are only vulnerable to the [[Charge Beam]]. They are also extremely quick and resilient, possibly one of the most elite variants of Zebesians.


===Cyborg===
===Cyborg Zebesians===
{{main|Cyborg Zebesian}}
{{main|Cyborg Zebesian}}
Similar to other versions, but has robotic attachments.
Cyborg Zebesians are a [[Galactic Federation]]-enhanced version that have robotic attachments.


===Super===
===Super Zebesians===
{{main|Super Zebesian}}
{{main|Super Zebesian}}
Equipped with a [[Wave Beam]]-like beam that can pass through glass.
Super Zebesians are also Federation-equipped, armed with a [[Wave Beam]] that can pass through glass.


===Aqua===
===Aqua Zebesians===
{{main|Aqua Zebesian}}
{{main|Aqua Zebesian}}
A mutation caused by adding an extra X, this variant can easily swim.
Aqua Zebesians are unique to the B.S.L research station, they are formed by a mutation caused by adding an extra X. This variant can easily swim and maneuver under water.
 
==Data==
===Manuals===
{{Manual
|game=sm
|name=Space Pirates—Zebesians
|entry=These feared aliens are known as the scourge of the Galaxy. They are known for stealing galactic trading ships and leaving the crews stranded in space.<ref name="sm manual" />
|notes=
|order=top
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{{Manual
|game=mf
|name=Zebesian Space Pirates
|entry=These feared aliens once tried to use Metroids to further their schemes. They cling to walls and attack.<ref name="mf manual" />
|notes=
|order=bottom
|clear=
|image=[[File:Zebesian mf Manual Image.jpg]]
}}
 
{{clear}}
==Gallery==
<gallery>
File:Zebesian sm Artwork.png|A ''Super Metroid'' depiction of a Zebesian
File:Zebesian mf Artwork.png|A Zebesian depicted in the ''Fusion'' manual
</gallery>


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*Though Space Pirates who had taken residence in Zebes referred to themselves as Zebesians, the Chozo or Samus could also technically be called Zebesians.
*Though Space Pirates who had taken residence in Zebes referred to themselves as Zebesians, the Chozo or even Samus could also technically be called Zebesians.


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