The man is nothing if not respectful. He's approaching a lot of Numbered today, and he knows that he's unlikely to get what he wants from some of them if he's too pushy or aggressive about it.

"You've almost certainly heard of us. We're known as Thunder Corp," he says, keeping his smile in place as though bracing for a negative reaction. "We'd like to discuss a unique opportunity with you, as well as compensation for your involvement. I think you'll find what we're willing to offer very generous."