With these uses, production of spice is worthwhile despite the immense and constant challenges.

In a general sense, spice can also prolong human life and fulfill various health benefits.

InDune, spice is consumed to enhance Paul Atreides' prescience.

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In episode 1, it’s revealed thatattacks from Fremen have disrupted spice production on Arrakis.

“Shai-Hulud” is the Fremen term for a sandworm of Arrakis.

Spice also ties to the central prophecy in HBO’s prequel show.

Paul Atreides with his blue eyes and Arrakis scenery in the background

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As Baron Harkonnen said in the original novel, “he who controls the spice controls the universe.”

Paul holds a handful of spice in Dune (2021).

Set in the universe of Frank Herbert’s Dune series, Dune: Prophecy, a sci-fi epic, follows the political and spiritual struggles on the desert planet of Arrakis. As factions vie for control of the prized spice melange, a prophesied hero emerges, challenging the balance of power and the fate of the galaxy.

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Rebecca Ferguson as Lady Jessica in Dune with glowing blue eyes.

Emperor Javicco Corrino (Mark Strong) and Duke Ferdinand Richese (Brendan Cowell) agree on the engagement of their childre in Dune: Prophecy Season 1 Ep 1

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