Veenhaavandide

Veenhaavandide is a fictional species originating from the novel "The Expanse" series by James S. A. Corey. They are an alien race, also known as the protomolecule or Protomolecule, that plays a central role in the overarching narrative of the books and subsequent television adaptation. The protomolecule is not a biological organism in the traditional sense but rather a form of advanced extraterrestrial technology or biological agent. Its primary characteristic is its ability to self-replicate and terraform or transform organic matter.

The protomolecule was discovered on the moon of Phoebe by humanity, leading to catastrophic events and the creation of the first protomolecule-hybrid named Miller. Its purpose and origin remain largely mysterious throughout much of the series, though it is eventually revealed to be a tool created by an ancient alien civilization, the Progenitors, for the purpose of seeding life and transforming planets. The protomolecule exhibits a wide range of abilities, including reanimating dead organisms, controlling biological processes, and creating complex structures. It can also integrate with and control other life forms, turning them into extensions of its will or transforming them into new entities. The protomolecule is a significant force of change and destruction, but also a catalyst for evolution and the expansion of life across the galaxy.