"I doubt he's going to let it go without a fight. He might even try to destroy it, if he's desperate enough." The lack of guards as a little disconcerting to Copy X as well; it was possible that Eggman simply hadn't expected such a brazen invasion and concentrated his forces on attacking rather than fortifying his defenses, but it didn't seem likely that they'd be able to go about their business freely for long.

"I'm presuming that all of us are capable enough of defending ourselves. If not, try to stick to the middle of the group. The one with the glasses has the right idea; Knuckles, if you're familiar with this ship, can you lead the way?"