Riddick, the anti-hero protagonist of the Chronicles of Riddick, is known for his skills in mobility, stealth, combat, survival, and piloting. Despite his criminal background, he sometimes performs heroic actions. Originally human, his species is later revealed to be Furyan, a warrior race. His distinctive eyes allow him to see in the dark but make him vulnerable to light. He's had a varied past as a mercenary, security officer, and soldier.