[ Brainwashing is probably pretty apt. It definitely felt like the Kenoma was trying to change his way of thinking when it was inside of him. Still, while there might be methods for deprogramming people who have been brainwashed, something about the Kenoma seems a little different.

It's why his expression is apologetic as he shakes his head just slightly. ]

Not that we've figured out yet. It doesn't mean it's not out there, but these scuffles at the temple were the first time we'd seen any of the Kenoma since we first parted ways.