The red echidna could be seen some distance away, his eyes were closed and he appeared to be focusing on some sort of energy that only he could detect. Once Knuckles heard your approach, he glanced over in your direction, his purple eyes seemed to bore through you.

"If you're looking to start trouble, I suggest you leave. I'm on a very important expedition right now." His words were firm, though not outright hostile. But finding the pieces of the Master Emerald is his main priority.