In the science fiction passage, Bloodchild by Octavia Butler, she narrates a story of man named Gan, who is inserted with alien species’ eggs. Gan is overseen by an insect named Tlic. The short passage takes place in a dystopian society where humans are removed from all rights. “She parceled us out to the desperate and sold us to the rich and powerful for their political support. Thus, we were necessities, status symbols, and an independent people” (Butler 224). This shows that Terrans are reduced to just birthing vessels for the Tlic. The theme persistent throughout the passage, is the connection between the Tlic and Terrans. Without both being present neither could survive on their own. Another apperent theme within Bloodchild is the role
