"Much more peaceful," he agrees, surprised -- but only mildly. "Better than surrounded by constant chatter."

Autobots or Decepticons -- the single-minded, 'one or the other' mindset is more than a bit infuriating, especially since he knows there was a third side. After all, he was part of it.

But perhaps he can forgive Optimus' team here, if only a little. After all, from what he's gleaned, they're still in a war.

Cyclonus frowns a bit, taking a small step back as the tide comes in a bit further and comes dangerously close to touching him. "I could do without the sand."