I agree with Tuco that it's probably supposed to reflect the time we spend being knocked out *on* the nautiloid, after the pod breaks open in the intro cinematic. Presumably Gale was in one of the pods in that room and selfishly left us for dead. We don't see any intellect devourers because we're, as mentioned, knocked out. But it is seriously not a good look for him. "Oh hello Gale. It's good to meet you. What was that you just said about LEAVING US TO BLEED OUT (OR WORSE) ON A MINDFLAYER SHIP THAT WAS ON FIRE AND IN HELL?!?!??"
I think that line should be changed if not removed. Otherwise, now we have multiple companions who attempt to kill us, through action or intentional inaction, when they first meet us. (I'm not counting Lae'zel. She only threatens to kill us.)
