The X-files 11x6 < CERTIFIED — BUNDLE >

: Flashbacks reveal a young Skinner (played by Cory Rempel) and his friend John "Kitten" James (Haley Joel Osment) being exposed to the experimental gas. The gas turned James into a "monster" who collected trophies from victims, and Skinner’s forced silence during James's trial has haunted him for decades.

: Skinner goes AWOL after receiving a package containing a human ear and a note that says "Kitten". Mulder and Scully are ordered by Alvin Kersh to track him down. The X-Files 11x6

: Skinner’s middle name is revealed to be Sergei . : Flashbacks reveal a young Skinner (played by

: They encounter Kitten’s son, Davey (also Haley Joel Osment), who is using the gas and a "monster" costume to avenge his father. After being rescued from a trap, Skinner reaffirms his loyalty to Mulder and Scully, stating they restored his faith in people. Key Takeaways Mulder and Scully are ordered by Alvin Kersh

: The episode ends with a crop duster spraying gas, and Skinner losing a tooth, suggesting he was recently exposed to the MK-NAOMI agent.

: He admits his stalled career is a result of his "blind loyalty" to Mulder and Scully's search for the truth.