A shapeshifter who wasn't as fluid as Durlans tended to be, perhaps. At least the power set wasn't anything Brainiac 5 was unfamiliar with, so there wasn't even a flicker of surprise on his face at the revelation.

"That's an extensive level of difference, so I can understand at least a little about how difficult the change must be for you."

Which linked back neatly to his own situation and Aximili's comment. "No, Coluans are... well, androids are likely similar enough for the purpose of explanation. I was at least humanoid, however, so the shape differences aren't as much of a concern for me, however the emotional side of things..."

He smiled slightly, expression softening to match the other boy's. "It's very disconcerting initially."