[i]The fact that the man had been willing to approach the ship and openly announce himself would reveal his presence to the hulking soldiers, of which some would turn their helmeted faces towards him. One would approach, muttering deeply in some alien language before standing over him and holding out a hand, his other gripping his rifle.[/i] [i]The foreign language that escaped his muffling helm was indistinguishable, though it was obvious: the troop wanted the man to back off. Private military affairs.[/i]