Pryce/Quotes

These are Cynthia's quotes in the Pokémon games.

In the core series

Pokémon Gold and Silver

• Before battle

"Pokémon have many experiences in their lives, just like we do. I, too, have seen and suffered much in my life. Since I am your elder, let me show you what I mean. I have been with Pokémon since before you were born. I do not lose easily. I, Pryce--the winter trainer-- shall demonstrate my power!"

• Being defeated

"Ah, I am impressed by your prowess. With your strong will, I know you will overcome all life's obstacles. You are worthy of this Badge!"

• After being defeated

"That Badge will raise the Special stats of Pokémon. It also lets your Pokémon use Whirlpool to get across real whirlpools."

"And this... This is a gift from me!"

"That TM contains Icy Wind. It inflicts damage and lowers speed. It demonstrates the harshness of winter."

"When the ice and snow melt, spring arrives. You and your Pokémon will be together for many years to come. Cherish your time together!"

Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver

Mahogany Gym

• Before battle

"Pokémon have many experiences in their lives, just like we do. I, too, have seen and suffered much in my life. Since I am your elder, let me show you what I mean. I have been training Pokémon since before you were born. I do not lose easily. I, Pryce - the Winter Trainer - shall demonstrate my power!"

• Sending out the last Pokémon

"Humph... You are quite the Trainer."

• When last Pokémon is at critical health

"Willow is my middle name. Willow is flexible and not easily broken. I'm not giving up yet."

• Being defeated

"Hmm. Seems as if my luck has run out."

• After battle

"I am impressed by your prowess. With your strong will, I know you will overcome all life's obstacles. You are worthy of this Badge! That Badge will raise the Special stats of Pokémon. It also lets your Pokémon use Whirlpool to get across real whirlpools."

"And this... This is a gift from me! That TM contains Hail. It summons a hailstorm that lasts for five turns. The hailstorm damages all types except Ice."

"When the ice and snow melt, spring arrives. You and your Pokémon will be together for many years to come. Cherish your time together!"'

Fighting Dojo

• Before battle

"Finally. No need for words. A Pokémon battle is the way for us to communicate."

• After being defeated

"Mmm... Impressive!"

Pokégear Registering (Lake of Rage)

"The strong rain falling on the surface seems to be agitating the raging lake. This must have some purpose that we meet again. Why don't we exchange our phone numbers?"

Yes: "I make it a habit to train myself on Monday mornings to give this lazy body a spine. You could be a good training partner. I'll be waiting for your call!"

No: "That's OK, too. People ought to have their own ideas. That's the way it is."

"So? Will you exchange numbers with me?"

Pokégear Phone

• Pryce calling the player:

"Yes, this is Pryce. How are you doing? Just like one of my children... No. You’re more like one of my grandchildren... There’s such an age difference between myself and the Trainers who defeat me nowadays... But you know, the strange thing is that when I lose, I don’t feel disappointed. I just feel happy. Just happy that such talented Trainers have come to see me. ...I just wanted to talk to someone about that, so I called you. That’s all."

"Yes, this is Pryce. How are you doing? Do you know why they call me the winter Trainer? Do you recall that my middle name is “Willow”? The willow tree looks like it withers in winter’s cold. But really, it sprouts dozens of new buds. My fighting style is also strong just like that... It’s written in old books, you know. You should look it up sometime."

• Calling him:

"Hello... Oh, hi, how are you? I'm doing fine, thanks. You know, there are Gym Leaders out there who are stronger than me. You should try battling them. I don't think you'll lose."

"Hello... Oh, hi, how are you? I'm doing fine, thanks. I usually get up pretty early... If we're going to battle, I'm at my best in the morning... How about you give me a call on Monday morning!"

• On Monday mornings:

"Hello... Oh, hi, how are you? I'm doing fine, thanks. Oh, perfect timing... I was starting to get bored... Do you want to battle again?"

No: "I see. Well, that's how it's got to be... If you ever change your mind, give me a call. Remember, I'm free on Monday mornings."

Yes: "Honesty is good. So I'll meet you at the Fighting Dojo in Saffron City, then?"

"What? I can’t hear you very well. I think we’ve got a bad connection. Well, if you have something you want to talk to me about, go somewhere else and try calling again."

Pokémon Black 2 and White 2

Pokémon World Tournament

• Before battle (first round)

"I, Pryce--the Winter Trainer--shall demonstrate my power!"

• Before battle (second round)

"I, too, have seen and suffered much in my life. Since I am your elder, let me show you what I mean."

• Before battle (final round)

"I have been training Pokémon since before you were born. I do not lose easily. I, Pryce--the Winter Trainer--shall demonstrate my power!"

• When defeated

"Hmm. Seems as if my luck has run out."

• If the player is defeated

"This is winter's harshness."

• After being defeated

"I am impressed by your prowess. With your strong will, I know you will overcome all life's obstacles."

• After winning

"When the ice and snow melt, spring arrives. Although you lost, you and your Pokémon will be together for many years to come. Cherish your time together!"

• In the lobby, after the tournament

"If it's someone like you, I'm sure you'll keep winning and will find something important. Keep it up."

In the side series

Pokémon Stadium 2

• Before battle

"Fine. I will help you improve."

"The rigors of youth are certain to improve your character."

"Youth alone does not ensure victory! Experience is what counts."

• Sending out first Pokémon

"Ready!"

• Sending out a new Pokémon

"<Pokémon> it is!"

"<Pokémon> is the one!"

"<Pokémon> is the only choice!"

"There can be none other than <Pokémon>!"

• Recalling a Pokémon

"Fine, then..."

"Now, then..."

"Well, that means..."

"Hmm. In other words..."

• Own Pokémon faints

"That's it! Magnificent!"

"No good..."

• Player's Pokémon faints

"I've known this to happen!"

• Own Pokémon lands a critical hit

"Take a critical hit like that? That's just sloppy!"

• Player's Pokémon lands a critical hit

"Hitting the weak spot is effective, but don't rely on luck!"

• Own Pokémon being hurt by a binding move

"No good..."

• Successfully freezing the player's Pokémon

"Your roster took a hit."

• Successfully paralyzing the player's Pokémon

"Think. Think deeply."

• If the player is defeated

"Just as I envisioned."

• After being defeated

"Yes, I think that you have the potential to climb even higher."

"Did you train all by yourself? That's incredible!"

"Outstanding! That was perfect. Try not to forget what you feel now."

• After winning

"The anger of losing will spur you to work harder."

"You have raw potential, but you need more seasoning."

"Think about your mistakes."

• If the battle ended in a draw

"A draw, is it? I may have underestimated you."

• If the player runs from the battle

"There is no shame in withdrawing."

In spin-off games

Pokémon Puzzle Challenge

This article is incomplete. Please feel free to edit this article to add missing information and complete it. Reason: Quotes seem to vary, perhaps depending on how well the player did.

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• Easy

"Prepare to taste defeat. I shall prove my skill."

"Yes, yes... Quite impressive. Never lose your focus."

• Normal

"Prepare to taste defeat. I shall prove my skill."

"Yes, yes... A splendid match. You could overcome anything."

• Hard

"Prepare to taste defeat. I shall prove my skill."

"Yes, yes... Quite impressive. You can overcome anything."

• Super Hard

"You've had some hard times, but my experience means I will not fall easily."

"Yes, yes... Quite impressive. You should be able to overcome anything."

• Intense

"You've had some hard times, but my experience means I will not fall easily."

"Yes, yes... It was an impressive match. You should be able to overcome anything."

Pokémon Masters EX

Menu interface (voice clips)

• After being recruited

"My name is Pryce. I'm a Gym Leader. I have forged my path through life with Ice-type Pokémon by my side."

• Sync pair viewer

"I've been training Pokémon since before you were born! I do not lose easily."

"I, the Winter Trainer, shall demonstrate my power!"

• Selection screen (forming team)

"I will lend you my strength, young one."

• Upon learning a new move

"It's incredible to think that such power has been lying in wait."

• During conversation

"I'm counting on you."

"Right. Yes."

"Well done indeed!"

"You can do this, I know you can!"

"Do you have a moment?"

"Excuse me."

"What is it?"

• Giving out item

"Here. I'd like you to take this."

Battle interface (voice clips)

• VS screen

"I do not lose easily!"

• Battle start

"Behold!"

• Using item

"Allow me to take over."

• Using Trainer move

"How is my opportunity?"

Pokémon Center

• Random conversation

"The trick to winning battles? I wasn't expecting such a question from you."

"Knowing your opponent is important, of course, but knowing your own Pokémon is far more so."

"Understand your Pokémon's characteristics, and turn the tide of the battle."

"After that, it's experience that decides who wins and loses. Those who master the type matchups master the battle."

• If spoken to again

"You've grown quite strong. I think now you could survive even the harshest of winters."

"But remember, there are still many Trainers who are far stronger than you. If you slack off from battling, you will lose your skill."

"I hope you become strong enough to someday help teach others, <player>."

• Random conversation

"Both people and Pokémon go through much suffering in order to become strong."

"But that is what makes the joy of victory in a Pokémon battle so sweet."

"Just like how the warmth of spring is so joyous after a harsh winter."

• If spoken to again

"When you face true hardship, remember you have friends and allies right beside you."

"Your bonds with them are sure to lend you strength."

• Random conversation

"My age is catching up with me. These days, my legs simply aren't what they used to be."

"But as long as I have this cane--and the company of my Pokémon--I will be just fine."

"My Pokémon does more than just help me walk--he bolsters my old heart as well."

"I won't be losing to young whippersnappers anytime soon."

• If spoken to again

"Dewgong, Seel, Piloswine, Mamoswine..."

"Abomasnow, Froslass, Glalie, and Walrein."

"They are all my trusted allies. I know they will support me no matter what."

"As long as I have them by my side, I know I can hold my own against any young Trainer."

• Random conversation

"I am often told I wake up earlier than anybody, but the truth is it's not by my own will."

"In the Johto region, there is the Swine Pokémon known as Piloswine..."

"and it always comes to wake me in the morning, by climbing onto me."

"It's quite heavy, and there are times when its tusks start digging into me, too. It can be rather dangerous."

• If spoken to again

"If you find yourself awake early, why not go for a walk?"

"I personally recommend a stroll along a beautiful glacier. I find it very calming."

• Random conversation

"<Player>, how are you doing these days? You have a braver look than before."

"Adventures teach you both fun and harshness. That is why it is important to press onward--but without arrogance."

"Having all-out battles with other Trainers is sure to give you the desire to improve."

• If spoken to again

"I see you've gained a fair amount of experience. And yet you have much to learn."

"You are one of the more talented Trainers I've met!"

"But that is why you must have discipline as well. Never forget winter's harshness, young one."

• Random conversation

"I believe that the seasons represent a person's life, young <player>."

"After a hot summer, a calm autumn arrives, and then the harsh winter. But once winter ends..."

"we are greeted by the warm spring. We can withstand the harsh winter because we know spring is coming."

• If spoken to again

"Even when you are faced with harsh times, you must persevere, trusting that spring will come."

"It always does, without fail. You must support your friends as they support you--and wait for spring together."

• Special log-in conversation

"Pleasure to meet you, <player>. Both people and Pokémon have so many experiences in their lives."

"Be sure to face the day with a strong spirit."

• Special log-in conversation (morning)

"It's the beginning of a bright new day. Let's continue to do the best we can."

• Special gift conversation

"I found this on my walk this morning. Go on. You can have it."

"It is more fitting for you to have it than I. Keep it."

"I trust you will put it to the best use."

"The way you use items is what matters. Remember this, child..."

"It is sure to be useful in your life."