The single figure is actually that of some sort of a mech carrying a volus in its arms. It settles the volus on the sand in front of the two of you.

 
???

Gree... *gasp* Greetings...

(despite doing none of the walking, the volus is clearly quite exhausted)

Greetings earth clan. And the same to the turian as well *gasp* of course.

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ZAEED

Spare us the pleasantries. This is a desolate wasteland, what are the odds of two unrelated parties crossing paths?

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???

Small. *gasp* Small, indeed. But we do not meet by com- *gasp* complete coincidence. I was minding my own buisness... my own business when from the sky a giant brilliant *gasp* shooting star comes falling by, in broad daylight. Well, *gasp* we have little more than that around here- daylight that is - but *gasp* I digress...

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ZAEED

And you were hoping you could pillage anything worthwhile from the wreckage?

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???

Well I *gasp* I hadn't counted on it being a ship *gasp* but yes, that was ultimately the hope I set out with. But, better still, I've found you.

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Zaeed eyes the volus suspiciously.

 
???

Oh please, I mean no harm. *gasp* I merely meant that I can help. First off, refresh yourself.

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The volus takes out a canister, and shakes it. A liquid audibly swirls around in it.

 
ZAEED

We could use some water, but I don't trust you yet. How long to whatever hideout you have around here?

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???

Suspicion is understandable. (the volus replies sounding somewhat irritated)

I'll take you to my little abode. As it happens, it's only about an hour's walk or so. *gasp* You are certain you and your silent friend there will make it?

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ZAEED

Lead the way.

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