diff --git a/code/game/gamemodes/changeling/changeling_powers.dm b/code/game/gamemodes/changeling/changeling_powers.dm
index 8d15141df1..a2f349993f 100644
--- a/code/game/gamemodes/changeling/changeling_powers.dm
+++ b/code/game/gamemodes/changeling/changeling_powers.dm
@@ -153,7 +153,7 @@
 		src << "<span class='warning'>This creature's DNA is ruined beyond useability!</span>"
 		return
 
-	if(!G.state == GRAB_KILL)
+	if(G.state != GRAB_KILL)
 		src << "<span class='warning'>We must have a tighter grip to absorb this creature.</span>"
 		return