Thordon noted the large armored being named "Parker". He was adorned with many weapons. Normally Thordon would automatically dislike such a character, however he could feel a calmness in his energy that told Thordon that they were tools, not toys. He gave him a curt nod after saying, "We have not been formally introduced, though I have heard his name spoken a few times."
Parker returned Thordon's nod, "Yeah, same. I saw your descent with Salem's ship. It was very impressive." The strange humanoid form made Parker weary, but his power was immense; and that automatically made Parker respect him. Though what he mostly saw of him was some random asleep at the bar, Thor's scans showed more energy activity readings than he thought possible. Thordon's lethargic behavior was always a comfort to Parker, as it was one less super-powerful being to worry about. He didn't want to think of what would happen if Thordon decided to go beserk. The others he could handle, except perhaps Ossanlin. Mar, though powerful, often makes mention of his body being weak and mortal. The Yeerks have their ray guns, but not many of them seem to have any personal shielding, so a well aimed three-shot burst would take them down quick enough. Joanne would give him trouble with her discharge, but it wouldn’t do anything as long as he was out of range. Salem might have a few tricks up his sleeve, but he seems relatively easy to take out. The Andalites might prove bothersome, but their large midsections make them nice big targets. The pirates wouldn’t be a problem, neither would any of the other humans. Thordon was really the only wild card / viable threat that Parker could sense. So staying on his good side would benefit Parker greatly.
Parker nodded to Al after exchanging pleasantries with Thordon, “Nice to meet you, Al.”
