Ah, then this troll is a deserter. He's often enough encountered rogue Alternians outside of the Empire's reach – mercenaries and traders, usually from the 'lower' castes, seeking a life free of the constraints of their society's hierarchy... Megatron rarely deals with them himself, of course – but he likes to think he understands their plight.

He smiles.

"Excellent. Breakdown and I would welcome your assistance. Tell me, what are these useful connections you have to offer?"