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Karen/Quotes

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These are Karen's quotes in the Pokémon games.

In the core series

Pokémon Gold, Silver, and Crystal

  • Before battle
"I am Karen of the Elite Four. You're <player>? How amusing. I love dark-type Pokémon. I find their wild, tough image to be so appealing. And they're so strong. Think you can take them? Just try to entertain me. Let's go."
  • Being defeated
"Well, aren't you good. I like that in a trainer."
  • After being defeated
"Strong Pokémon. Weak Pokémon. That is only the selfish perception of people. Truly skilled trainers should try to win with their favorites. I like your style. You understand what's important. Go on--the Champion is waiting."

Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver

  • Before battle
"I am Karen of the Elite Four. You're <player>? How amusing. I love Dark-type Pokémon. I'm known for my overpowering tactics. Think you can take them? Just try to entertain me. Let's go."
  • After sending out last Pokémon
"This is far from being backed into a corner!"
  • Last Pokémon at critical health
"You're no ordinary Trainer to have gotten this far."
  • Being defeated
"Well, aren't you good. I like that in a Trainer."
  • After being defeated
"Strong Pokémon. Weak Pokémon. That is only the selfish perception of people. Truly skilled Trainers should try to win with the Pokémon they love best. I like your style. You understand what's important. Go on — — the Champion is waiting."

In the side series

Pokémon Stadium 2

"You won through the ranks to reach me. I'm impressed. We, the Elite Four, will face you from here."
  • Before battle
"I am Karen. Would you care for a showdown with my Dark-type Pokémon?"
"I am unlike the three you've already met."
"You've assembled a charming team. Our battle should be a good one."
  • Sending out first Pokémon
"There!"
  • Sending out a new Pokémon
"<Pokémon>, go!"
"<Pokémon>, please!"
"<Pokémon>, don't fail me!"
"<Pokémon>, you know what to do!"
"That should be enough!"
"You're no good for this!"
"Switch out!"
"Good, that's enough!"
  • Own Pokémon faints
"This can't be happening!"
"Hmm... Is that how you want to play it?"
"We weren't deliberately aiming for the weak spot."
  • Player's Pokémon lands a critical hit
"It hit the weak spot precisely. You're good."
  • Commanding her Pokémon to use Swagger
"<Pokémon>, be proud--Swagger."
"So? Isn't it outstanding?"
"That showed subtle elegance."
"Oh, look. It's infatuated."
"I was hoping for that."
"Nothing can be done about that."
  • If the player is defeated
"It's working well."
  • After being defeated
"No! I can't win. How did you become so strong?"
"I will not stray from my chosen path."
"The Champion is looking forward to meeting you."
  • After winning
"That's about what I expected."
"Well, that was relatively entertaining."
"Come visit me anytime."
  • If the battle ended in a draw
"A draw...? But how...?"
  • If the player runs from the battle
"You're going to reappraise matters, aren't you?"

In spin-off games

Pokémon Puzzle Challenge

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  • Normal
"I'm verrry good. Will you challenge me? I'm sure this will be a good match. Let's begin!"
"Well, you were good. That was nice, but you could be even stronger."
  • Hard
"Well, this should be pretty fun. First, I'll tell you this... I'm verrry good. Will you challenge me? I hope this will be a good match. Let's begin!"
"Well, you were good. I like that. Go on ahead. The champion awaits."
  • Super Hard
"Well, this should be fun. First, I'll tell you this... I'm verrry good. Will you challenge me? I hope this will be a good match. Let's begin!"
"Well, you were good. Go on ahead. The champion awaits."
  • Intense
"Well, this should be fun. First, I'll tell you this... I'm verrry good. Will you take me on? I hope this will be a good match. Let's begin!"
"Well, you were good. I like that. Go on ahead. The champion awaits."

Pokémon Masters EX

Main article: Karen (Masters)
Menu interface (voice clips)
  • After being recruited for the first time
"I'm Karen, of the Indigo Elite Four. I hope you can at least provide me a bit of entertainment."
  • Subsequent recruitments
"Me? Team up with you? I suppose that could be interesting."
  • Sync pair viewer
"I love Dark-type Pokémon. I find their wild, tough image so appealing."
"Truly skilled trainers should try to win with their favorites."
  • Selection screen (forming team)
"I'll be coming along with you."
  • Selection screen (disbanding team)
"'Til we meet again."
  • Upon learning a new lucky skill
"Excellent. The tactics available to us have expanded."
  • Upon leveling up
"I suppose I'm satisfied."
  • Upon reaching max level
"Now I'm really a force to be reckoned with!"
  • Upon unlocking a new level cap
"I feel all the more fabulous now."
  • During conversation
"How lovely."
"That was marvelous."
"You've got nothing to worry about!"
"Yes."
"Ehaha!"
"Ahem."
  • During special log-in conversation (morning)
"I'm not really a morning person, you know? I'm doing my best just to keep my eyes open."
"It's not good to sleep in late, you know. I suppose that's your prerogative, though."
  • During special log-in conversation (afternoon)
"Have you eaten yet? A healthy meal before battle is key."
"As soon as the clock hits noon, my Pokémon is itching for battle."
  • During special log-in conversation (evening)
"The starry sky is such a wonder. I could gaze up at it all night."
"I do love the night...but it's never good for a lady to miss her beauty sleep."
  • During special gift conversation
"Here, this one's from me."
Battle interface (voice clips)
  • Co-op match screen
"Aha!"
  • VS screen
"Entertain me!"
  • Sending out Pokémon
"Let's go!"
  • Using Pokémon move
"Keep it up!"
"Strut your stuff!"
  • Using item
"It's my turn now."
  • Using Trainer move
"Now's my chance."
  • Using sync move
"I like your style."
  • Unity attack / theme skill
"Lovely!"
"Work it!"
"Style."
  • Uh-oh!
"Incredible! Just incredible!"
  • Switching in
"Stand aside!"
  • Recalling fainted Pokémon
"We did our best."
  • "Nice" emote
"Marvelous!"
  • "Watch out" emote
"Careful over there!"
  • "Let's do this" emote
"I like your style."
  • "Thanks" emote
"Thank you."
  • Defeat
"Hmm-mmm."
  • Victory
"Eheheh!"
"I was hoping you could entertain me a bit longer."
Main Story PML Arc - Chapter 24 - A Shining Spotlight
  • A Dazzling New Stage: Part 3
"I never thought they'd make it past Elesa's team."
"I'm not sure which surprises me more–that or Team Break's invasion."
"Heh. <player>'s team really is at the center of this little storm."
Main Story PML Arc - Chapter 25 - A Glorious Gambit
  • A Glorious Gambit: Part 1
"Are you really going to give up here? Let all that power of yours go to waste?"
"Truly skilled Trainers should try to win with the Pokémon they love best."
"Once the battle actually begins, though, that can be easier said than done."
"Didn't I just say that truly skilled Trainers try their hardest to win?"
"That's because we want to win alongside the Pokémon we love best, no matter what we have to endure!"
"My partner and I are one wild, tough pair–even more so than we look!"
"Oh my. After all that, you're going to leave it all to chance?"
"You battled so bravely, even the audience was inspired to rise up and fight back against Team Break."
"An impressive feat, I must admit!"
It's all thanks to everybody there!: "I see you know the importance of being humble."
"Hehe. Speak of the devil–it looks like he's finally shown up."
  • A Glorious Gambit: Part 2
"You're coming with us, Grimsley. You wouldn't be satisfied with ending things on another loss, would you?"
"Besides, I haven't quite had my fill of that thrilling battle style of yours."
Main Story Villain Arc - Johto - Team Rocket's Revival
  • Resuming Operations
"Still, that was really close. There were a bunch of moments where even I was worried."
  • On My Own
"What was up with that Togepi just now? It Dynamaxed out of nowhere."
"And then it just scampered away right after we took it down..."
  • The Cruelest and Scariest
"We also had Kris stay with Professor Bellis, so we know she'll be safe, too."
"What does it do?"
"Oh, really? So if we go to the spot showing the most activity..."
"So this mighty Team Rocket executive just tailed you instead of facing you head on in battle? How spineless."
"Yeah. Team Rocket is definitely getting stronger again."
  • Infiltrate the Rocket Hideout
"The hideout is here, of all places?"
  • As Your Friend
  • Off-screen
"I'm sure he already knows all about his own shortcomings and what he needs to do."
  • On-screen
"All we can do is wait until he takes his next step."
"That's why you all should stick with him until he's ready."
"He's not always honest with himself, but he thinks highly of you all."
"There's nothing more reassuring than knowing you have friends who've got your back."
Story Event - Champion Time
  • Believe to Achieve!
"Hmmm? So you're a Dark-type Pokémon user, too, are you?"
"I also see you've partnered up with your favorites. I like that in a Trainer."
"Is that so? I wish you the best. Just try to entertain me!"
"Let's go!"
"I've more or less figured you out."
"Oh? So you do still have some fight in you. Let's keep this going, then!"
"You've got a lot of spunk–I like to see that in a Trainer."
Solo Event - With Beauty and Grace
  • Grown-Up Advice
"You're studying how to become grown-ups? I like that."
Sync Pair Story - A Day with Karen
"Ah, I had a feeling it was you. I sensed your presence coming closer to me."
"You didn't seem very vigilant, though."
"You should never let your guard down."
Understood!: "Good answer."
"Uh-oh, there's a loose piece of thread hanging down from your clothes there."
Was my guard down just now?: "Yes... For example..."
"Oh, look! There's a loose piece of thread hanging down from your clothes there."
"There, all gone."
"... ... ... ... ... ..."
"You still don't get it, do you?"
"If my intentions had been malicious instead of helpful just now, you'd already be reduced to a pile of cinders."
"That's why I told you—you can't afford to let your guard down."
"You need to be fully aware, right down to the seams on your clothes. Bad people will invent all sorts of reasons to approach you."
Good to know!/I'll be careful!: "Hmm... You're good at adapting, aren't you? You're determined to grow and improve, but you're flexible, too."
"I kind of like that."
"Especially since Houndoom and I can't really relate."
You don't adapt and change?: "No, we don't. To live life following the advice of others..."
"That just wouldn't be in our nature."
Why not?: "To put it simply, we want to be free to live however we want to."
"We tend to favor that sort of unrestrained lifestyle."
"Likewise, we don't stop anyone else from doing what they want to do, either."
"That being said, you should still straighten up your appearance and try not to give your opponent an opening."
"Besides, if you possess true, genuine power, you won't need to change yourself anyway."
That makes sense!/Oh, perfect!: "I have noticed one thing, though..."
"When Houndoom howls, most people and Pokémon can't help but quiver in fear."
"But since we've been talking, I haven't seen you react that way at all."
"You must have some serious guts—or else somehow be perfectly at ease..."
"More than likely, it's both."
"... ... ..."
"Sorry. Forget about what I said earlier, all right?"
"You're strong in your own way."
"Trainers like you should battle with whatever Pokémon they want and however they wish."
"You have your own way of doing things, and so do I..."
"I hope someday we can see how our differences measure up in battle. I'll be looking forward to it."
Sync Pair Story - Croconaw's Evolution
  • Before battle
"You there! Let's have a Pokémon battle!"
"You and your Pokémon are just as good as people say you are!"
"My Pokémon and your Pokémon—let's see which one's tougher!"
  • After being defeated
"To think that you are tougher than us... Your Croconaw truly is amazing."
"Not only that—Croconaw looks like she's about to evolve from that last battle. She IS great!"
Pokémon Center
  • During sync background preview
"Strong Pokémon. Weak Pokémon. That is only the selfish perception of people."
  • Random conversation
"My love for Dark-type Pokémon first began with my Umbreon."
"His elegant, piercing gaze and beautiful courage won me over immediately."
"It wasn't just his looks, though—he can put up an incredible fight in a Pokémon battle."
"Feint Attack, Foul Play, Torment... Our tactics must be infuriating for the Pokémon on the other side of the battlefield."
"But I love the way so many Dark-type moves work to outwit and counter the opponent."
  • If spoken to again
"It's kind of hard to put into words what it is about Dark-type Pokémon that fascinates me so..."
"They're so wild and adorable... *sigh* Words just don't do them justice!"
  • Random conversation
"I normally spend my days in the Kanto region battling with the eager Trainers who come to challenge the Elite Four."
"All sorts of Trainers come to test their skills against me, but my Dark-type Pokémon and I usually have them in the palm of our hand."
"When it comes to tactics, the possibilities are endless—depending on your Pokémon's type, moves, and passive skills."
"Knowing that your opponent uses Dark types isn't enough. Getting to know your own Pokémon and forming a strategy around that is key."
  • If spoken to again
"A lot of people think that Dark-type Pokémon don't play fair and square because of the way their move names sound."
"But understanding move effects and utilizing your Pokémon's strengths isn't something that's unique to Dark types. Not by a long shot!"
"I hope that you learn something about Dark-type tactics when we battle each other."
  • Random conversation
"We all know that type matchups can give you a huge advantage in a Pokémon battle... but they're not always a must."
"Once, I was challenged by a Trainer who insisted on battling with the first Pokémon they ever received, regardless of type matchups."
"The first time we battled, I was victorious, but the next time they challenged me, they beat me fair and square."
"In the end, type matchups may be important, but sometimes victory can be achieved using something more precious than that."
  • If spoken to again
"I admire a Trainer who can stand firm and stick to their beliefs."
"It may be a bit self-centered, sure, but it means they've got the power to do something great. I like that."
  • Random conversation
"Hmph... I guess you're not half bad."
"Unless my eyes deceive me, I think that Pokémon of yours is going to be great someday."
"Pokémon grow so much stronger when they know their Trainers love them, you see."
  • If spoken to again
"It's rare that another Trainer catches my interest."
"Take that as you will."
  • Random conversation
"<player>, your Pokémon looks...so very dashing today."
"You and your Pokémon have the same spark in your eye, you know."
"Remember the way you feel right now, and use that positivity to propel you forward."
  • If spoken to again
"I like to measure up my opponents, then take them down with the perfect counterattack."
"It seems like you've already found your own battle style as well."
  • Random conversation
"There's no such thing as a strong Pokémon or a weak Pokémon, as far as I'm concerned."
"Every Pokémon is unique in its own way—it's up to the Trainer to figure out how best to utilize that."
"Any trait can be turned into an advantage as long as you love and encourage your Pokémon."
  • If spoken to again
"Even if some people might call them weak, I never give up on the Pokémon I love."
"It's precisely because I love them that I'm able to see all of the good in them."
"Then again, I'm sure none of this comes as a surprise to you."
  • Random conversation
"If you're someone who gets caught up in the desire to win so much that it drains the fun out of battling for you..."
"sorry, but you're failing as a Trainer. That sort of mind-set is just not OK."
"Why, you ask? Because the battles that are fun for both you and your Pokémon are the ones that will lead you to victory."
  • If spoken to again
"You should always have fun when you're battling, no matter what. Sometimes that's easier said than done..."
"but I get the feeling that's not an issue for you. I can see that you and your Pokémon have mutual trust and affection in spades."
"Just stay true to yourself and continue to have fun battling just the way you are."
"One day, maybe we could face each other in a spectacular battle as well—you doing what you do best and me doing the same."
  • Special log-in conversation (generic)
"Hmph. Back again, <player>?"
"I'm hoping you'll do your best to entertain me today."
  • Special log-in conversation (morning)
"I'm not really a morning person, you know? I'm doing my best just to keep my eyes open."
  • Special log-in conversation (morning)
"It's not good to sleep in late, you know. I suppose that's your prerogative, though."
  • Special log-in conversation (afternoon)
"Have you eaten yet? A healthy meal before battle is key."
  • Special log-in conversation (afternoon)
"As soon as the clock hits noon, my Pokémon is itching for battle."
  • Special log-in conversation (evening)
"The starry sky is such a wonder. I could gaze up at it all night."
  • Special log-in conversation (evening)
"I do love the night...but it's never good for a lady to miss her beauty sleep."
  • Special gift conversation
"Have you been using your items effectively? Here, you can have this."
"It's a present. It's a, uh... *giggle* Well, you'll see."
  • After giving out item
"How do you like your present? I'm sure it'll come in handy for you."
"Knowing how and when to use items during a battle is key."
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