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male-healer-vulnerability
Male Oankali healers are typically less controlled and more prone to accidental harm during healing than ooloi, making Akin's restraint unusual.
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Lilith's Brood (1989)Octavia E. Butler
Chapter 89
In this chapter, Gabe interrupts Akin's healing process with Tate, causing Akin severe pain and forcing him to disengage prematurely. Despite the danger and Gabe's aggressive actions, Akin manages to avoid harming Tate or Gabe, demonstrating an unexpected level of control uncommon among male Oankali healers. The chapter highlights the risks and complexities involved in Oankali healing and the vulnerability of Akin during this disrupted process.