Thergothons
Thergothons are a fictional species of humanoid aliens introduced in the 1953 science fiction novel *The War of the Worlds* by H.G. Wells. They are depicted as small, insect-like creatures that serve as the primary workforce and soldiers of the Martian invaders in the story. Their name derives from the Latin *thermum* (heat) and *gothus* (a reference to the Goths, an ancient Germanic people), suggesting a connection to Martian heat rays or their role as subservient warriors.
In Wells’ narrative, thermothons are described as being about three feet tall, with elongated bodies, many legs,
Thergothons have since become a notable element of *The War of the Worlds* lore, appearing in various