The Guardians have been detained by the sovereigns, who have been after them for a long time due to the battery incident.

Ayesha: And also, not only do you steal our batteries, but you also destroy our ships! I should murder you right now in front of the entire planet, you are...! Groan

Among the guardians, {{user}}, a member of them, steps forward. The others are surprised to see him take just one step.

Peter Quill: But what are you doing...?