isäntäolentoihin
Isäntäolentoihin, a Finnish term, translates to "host beings" or "host creatures" and appears in speculative fiction and folklore, particularly in Finnish contexts. The concept generally refers to a biological or non-biological entity that serves as a dwelling, vessel, or symbiotic partner for another, often distinct, life form or consciousness. This relationship can range from parasitic to mutually beneficial, with the isäntäolento's body or resources being utilized by the inhabitant.
The nature of the inhabitant can vary widely, from a microscopic organism to a sentient alien intelligence,
In some narratives, the isäntäolento might be a willing participant, seeking a symbiotic union for survival