The Helghast are a race of mutated pale-skinned humans with increased strength, stamina, intelligence and height. They are the descendants of Helghan Corporation personnel and loyal colonists who were exiled to the barren planet Helghan following their defeat in the First Extrasolar War. In the aftermath of the Terracide that devastated Helghan, the surviving Helghast resettled on New Helghan.