"It is possible, but far less common than you would think. A mononoke is more a perfect storm of varying circumstances and very powerful emotions. Regret alone is not sufficient, but it is crucial."

He gave a wry smile as he fried their dinner, filling a bowl with crispy onion rings and sweet potato slices.

"Else all of us would be dogged by any we have wronged."

With their dinner done, he took the oil off the heat and set it aside to cool before joining Arthur with their meal.

"Are you worried your actions may have brought one into existence?"