Siebold/Quotes

These are Siebold's quotes in the Pokémon games.

In the core series

Pokémon X and Y

Pokémon League

• Before battle

"... ... ... No, I simply can't say."

"You there! Young man/lady! I have a question I must pose to you. Do you think Pokémon battling can ever be worthy of being called an art?"

Yes: "... ... ... Indeed. You see, cooking is the type of art that disappears as soon as it is completed. Pokémon battles are the same. Even memories of sweet victory soon fade after the battle ends. To devote yourself entirely to such a life, made up of fleeting experiences--that is truly artful."

No: "Fool! You silly, unseeing child! If all you seek in life is to fill your stomach with some tasteless matter, then why are there Chefs in this world?! We labor tirelessly to make something wonderful that will disappear from sight as soon as it is enjoyed. That is the life of a Chef! That is the life of a Trainer!"

• Upon being defeated

"I shall store my memory of you and your Pokémon forever away within my heart."

• After being defeated

"Devote yourself entirely, so even that which will fade and disappear is ingrained forever upon your heart and mind! That is the only fate for any human."

If battled first: "There are no weak Pokémon in a Pokémon battle. There are only weak Trainers. Find the good in every one of your Pokémon. Draw out the unique strengths they possess. Now step back into that elevator and return to the room from which you came."

If battled second: "It is the duty of both Trainers and Chefs to find the good in any raw materials they have to work with. There lies the answer to reaching ever higher. Battle the last two of us and find it for yourself."

If battled third: "There is only one course remaining in your Pokémon League banquet. Devour it with the hunger for strength. Savor it without leaving a scrap behind."

If battled last: "You have drawn forth the strength of Pokémon with your own particular style and method. And now you can challenge the Champion."

Battle Chateau

• Before battle

"... ... ... Yes, I see it now. This is a path with no end. To seek to be the absolute best is an absurd goal. Yet, as long as I am alive, I shall strive onward to seek the ultimate cuisine... and the strongest opponents in battle!"

• Upon being defeated

"I shall store my memory of you and your Pokémon forever away within my heart."

• After being defeated

If giving the player an item: "Take this gift with you on your way. And strive always to find the meaning in everything that happens to you."

"No! This result will not satisfy my hunger--my aching thirst for victory! However, when I look at it from a different perspective, I must admit that your way of living is fantastic..."

• If the player is defeated

"Our Pokémon battle was like food for my soul. It shall keep me going. That is how I will pay my respects to you for giving your all in battle!"

In spin-off games

Pokémon Masters EX

Main article: Siebold (Masters)

Menu interface (voice clips)

• After being recruited (Holiday 2019)

"Devotion to one's craft leads to delightful results--in fine cuisine and in Pokémon training."

• Sync pair viewer

"Do you think Pokémon battling can ever be worthy of being called...an art?"

"There are no weak Pokémon in a Pokémon battle. There are only weak Trainers."

• Selection screen (forming team)

"Trainer-chef extraordinaire at your service!"

• Upon learning a new move

"We find the good in any raw materials we work with."

• Upon leveling-up

"I'll soar to even greater heights as a Trainer."

• Upon reaching max level

"The results of one who has mastered his art."

• Upon unlocking a new level cap

"Strength has no limit, it too is an art."

• During conversation

"You have my deepest gratitude."

"Delightful indeed."

"I expect great things from you."

Battle interface (voice clips)

• Unity Move

"Flavor!"

Pokémon Center

• Random conversation

"I'm so glad that we had the opportunity to meet, <player>."

"You are a Trainer that possesses the ability to draw out the most amazing potential in your Pokémon."

"I firmly believe that you have a bright future ahead of you. There's so much you will accomplish."

• If spoken to again

"Your strength as a Trainer is directly related to your ability to bring out the best in your Pokémon."

"Remember that, and I'm positive you'll continue to grow even stronger."

• Random conversation

"The art of cooking and Pokémon battling are both beautiful in their impermanence."

"The end result may only last for a short while, but it takes a great amount of time and devotion to get up to that point."

"That brief moment feels special because of all that time spent earnestly debating, researching, learning, and practicing."

"One could call it a compilation of their life. That's why we must always do the very best we can."

• If spoken to again

"Our Pokémon are always inching closer and closer into our hearts."

"I'm constantly tackling my own worries and stress for that reason."

"When I do, we all end up feeling a little bit happier."

"To be truly happy, we must continually devote ourselves."

• Random conversation

"Once, I decided to leave Kalos and go on a journey to discover the ultimate recipe."

"I was fishing one day and caught a Magikarp, but it was no ordinary Magikarp. I felt immense potential within it."

"Eventually I learned that my instincts were correct. It more than lived up to my expectations."

"When it evolved into Gyarados, the pair of us conquered many a rough wave together."

• If spoken to again

"Potential is something that lies hidden within."

"Drawing out that hidden flicker of light is the job of every Trainer--as well as the job of a world-class chef."

• Random conversation

"You know, when it comes to Pokémon battling, you help me out in a myriad of ways."

"I'd like to treat you to a delicious meal. One that I've poured my heart and soul into."

"This conundrum I've been going back and forth over-- whether or not Pokémon battles are worthy of being called art..."

"I'd like you to taste my food-- my art-- and tell me what you think the answer to that question is."

• If spoken to again

"In essence, the art of cooking and Pokémon battling are one and the same."

"The quality of the ingredients, the skill of one's Pokémon... Drawing out the best of each will take you to greater heights."

"I know that you have great effort and true skill. That's why I feel I can ask you this question."

• Special log-in conversation (generic)

"Ah, there you are, <player>. I've been expecting you."

"You mustn't let the day go to waste if you mean to bring out the best in your Pokémon. Chop-chop!"

• Special log-in conversation (day)

"Hello! Did you have a nice lunch? One is not living if not is not enjoying food."