Grimsley/Quotes: Difference between revisions

==In the spin-off games==

Grimsley's regular and kimono variants share their voice lines unless mentioned otherwise.

: ''"Call me Grimsley. I guess you could say I'm a bit of a risk taker. I live for battles! That's my destiny."''

: ''"Lots of things make me happy, but I don't let my emotions show."''

: ''"To risk it all...just one Trainer and one Pokémon... It's like candy for a thrill seeker like me."''

: ''"Life is a serious battle. And you've gotta do your best with the hand you're dealt."''

: ''"When somebody wins, somebody also has to lose. That's just the way of battle."''

: ''"Learning how to utilize the cards you're dealt is an important skill to master."''

: ''"Where there's a winner, there's a loser. True battlers reflect on their losses and think about how to win next time."''

: ''"I'll show you what it means to be a real Trainer."''

: ''"Following your lead seems like a good bet."''

: ''"Until we meet again."''

: ''"See you around, then!"''

: ''"Time to celebrate."''

: ''"This could be our new trump card!"''

: ''"I feel like a winner today!"''

: ''"The odds are in our favor now."''

: ''"Looks like I'm holding all the cards now!"''

: ''"Guess who's holding all the aces!"''

: ''"Trusting yourself is part of becoming a strong Trainer."''

: ''"Knowing your strengths and weaknesses is the key to winning."''

 

: ''"Victory shines like a bright light."''

: ''"This could be our new trump card!"''

 

: ''"Hmm-hm-hm-hmm! ♪"''

: ''"Ueck."''

: ''"Good morning. Something tells me luck's on our side today."''

: ''"I'm not really a morning person... I tend to stay up late battling most nights."''{{tt|*|also used by Kimono}}

: ''"Eating a proper meal should be your first step to prepare for battle."''

: ''"I study new moves during the day—and then battle with them at night. That's my style."''{{tt|*|also used by Kimono}}

* During special log-in conversation (evening)

: ''"Dark nights are for daredevils like me. Are you a daredevil, too?"''

: ''"Some people say nights are calm and relaxing, but for a thrill-seeker like me, they get the blood pumping."''{{tt|*|also used by Kimono}}

: ''"When I got up this morning, the thought of all the battles waiting for me woke me up like a hot cup of coffee."''

: ''"I've never been much of a morning person... Unless I've got a Pokémon battle waiting for me, of course."''

: ''"If you skip a meal, you might not be at full strength when you need it. It sounds like common sense, but it's easy to forget."''

: ''"I was thinking of heading to the beach. For some reason, I've always been drawn to the sound of the waves."''

: ''"It's time to get out on the town. When you live and breathe competition like I do, the darkness of night is no obstacle to battling."''

: ''"Imagine—a one-night-only, winner-takes-all tournament. I'd jump at the chance to compete in something like that."''

: ''"Use this. For victory."''

: ''"Here! I wanted to give you this."''

: ''"Only results matter!"''

: ''"Fine."''

: ''"May the best Trainer win."''

: ''"Winner takes all!"''

: ''"Now!"''

: ''"Ready?"''

: ''"Go!"''

: ''"This is it!"''

: ''"Now!"''

: ''"There!"''

: ''"I'll handle this!"''

: ''"My turn."''

: ''"I never miss a chance."''

: ''"Time to up the ante!"''

: ''"It's showtime!"''

: ''"All cards on the table!"''

: ''"All in!"''

: ''"Time to think."''

: ''"It's showtime!"''

: ''"Ante up."''

: ''"That was bad luck."''

: ''"Better luck next time."''

: ''"Good move!"''

: ''"Don't let your guard down!"''

: ''"Don't get too hasty!"''

: ''"I like your style, kid!"''

: ''"Thanks!"''

: ''"Well, thank you."''

: ''"A loss is a loss."''

: ''"Fair game."''

: ''"Triumph! Only results matter."''

: ''"This must be {{mas|Gladion}}."''

: ''"I see what you meant, {{mas|Hapu}}. He does have a sharp look in his eyes."''

: ''"Hmph."''

: ''"I'm Grimsley, one of the [[Unova]] [[Elite Four]]."''

: ''"Hmph."''

: ''"And I'll be waiting to battle you myself once you get there."''

: ''"Hmph. Give it your best shot, Gladion the Gladiator."''

;Meow Meow Meow!

;Story Event - Who's the Best Singer?

: ''"... ... ... ... ... ..."''

: ''"Is that you, <player>?"''

:: '''Uh... Yes...''': ''"I thought so. You must be lost."''

:: '''No...''': ''"It's not very nice to lie, you know. Either way, you don't fool me."''

: ''"It isn't difficult, by the way... I simply memorized the sound of your footsteps—nothing more."''

: ''"However..."''

: ''"that last round shouldn't count, {{p|Liepard}}."''

:: '''Liepard?!''': ''"Didn't know she was there, did you? Though I wouldn't really expect you to."''

:: '''Round of what?''': ''"Oh, just a game my Pokémon and I like to play. We find the competition entertaining."''

: ''"I don't know if you know this, but a Liepard can conceal its presence, allowing it to stealthily sneak up on its targets."''

: ''"So our little game consists of me closing my eyes and attempting to guess Liepard's location."''

: ''"Looks like Liepard is pretty keen on our little game as well."''

: ''"Though originally, it was merely an exercise to bolster my competitive instincts."''

:: '''Like training?''': ''"You might say that, yes. We've been doing it for a long, long time."''

:: '''Your game isn't for fun?''': ''"As someone who lives and breathes competition like I do, you know games are never just fun. We take them seriously. We play to win."''

: ''"My past isn't all sunshine and daisies, kid. Back when I lived at the family estate, I had to learn how to read people..."''

: ''"Adults can be tricky, see. I was in a situation where I had to suss out who was being straight with me and who was trying to use me."''

: ''"Eventually, I discovered how to do that. It's all about goals and intentions—figuring out what people want the most."''

: ''"That's what drives people to do what they do. Figure that out, and you'll see through any lie or bluff... That, kid, is how you win a game."''

: ''"Judging by the question you asked me a moment ago, I'm pretty sure I could guess what sort of victory you crave the most."''

:: '''That's incredible!''': ''"You're an honest kid. I can't fault you for that."''

:: ''"And you know what? Sometimes it's the most honest, purehearted of us that end up becoming the strongest of all."''

:: '''Come on... You couldn't possibly know that.''': ''"Don't believe me? Well then, I guess you'll just have to wait until we battle to find out if I'm telling the truth or not."''

:: ''"Don't expect me to reveal my hand until we do, though."''

: ''"Heh heh... I think Liepard wants to test you now."''

: ''"Well, <player>, close your eyes... Tell me, where do you think Liepard is right now?"''

:: '''Behind me!'''/'''Above me!''': ''"Heh heh... The answer is..."''

: ''"Uh oh... Sounds like Liepard's a little cranky."''

: ''"She must be sulking. She probably thought she could sneak up on you, but instead you found her right away."''

: ''"You're a tenacious one, aren't you, kid? That might come in handy for you soon."''

: ''"Finding your way through to the other side of this mountain's a bit of a gamble. There's a fork in the path up ahead that goes left or right."''

: ''"Heh heh... You've got the makings of a real competitor in you, kid. And, well...no risk, no gain, right?"''

: ''"Indulge Uncle Grimsley in a game of chance... Tell me. Which path will you choose?"''

:: '''Hey, Grimsley!''': ''"Hey, <player>. I had a sneaking suspicion you'd call out to me. Looks like my coin toss was right on the money."''

:: '''Maybe I should leave them alone...''': ''"<player>. I thought you'd call out to me. Guess that coin I flipped landed on the wrong side..."''

: ''"Why the surprised look on your face? Is it really so unusual that I was aware of your presence?"''

: ''"No, maybe you're surprised about something else..."''

: ''"Are you wondering what I'm doing out here in the middle of the day, when battles at night are more my style?"''

: ''"I see. Well, you certainly have a valid reason to be surprised. Can you guess why I'm here, then?"''

:: '''You're training!''': ''"Heh, I suppose it would look that way. You could call it both playing and training. I was riding the waves with {{p|Sharpedo}}."''

:: '''You're playing!''': ''"Heh, I suppose it does look that way. You could call it both playing and training. I was riding the waves with Sharpedo."''

: ''"Why do you still look so surprised?"''

: ''"Did you know there's a part of the world where people surf on Sharpedo? It's treated like a sport there."''

: ''"Sharpedo is known as the bully of the sea, and it swims at incredibly high speeds. Sounds fun to surf on, doesn't it?"''

: ''"There's no greater thrill than the rough and wild swimming of a Sharpedo. Plus, surfing on one is an excellent way to hone your reflexes."''

: ''"Sharpedo and I work as one, reading the ocean's current as we ride the waves together."''

: ''"Being so synchronized also helps us work toward being the best in a variety of battle situations."''

: ''"When you train with your partner, you can feel the power that only they possess."''

:: '''You're right!''': ''"Heh. I had a feeling you'd understand."''

:: '''You can?''': ''"Heh. You should have more confidence in yourself. You're stronger than you realize."''

: ''"Plus, sync strength has a profound effect on battles here."''

: ''"You could say that all the time you spend together is just practice for your next victory."''

: ''"Say, how would you like to try surfing sometime?"''

:: '''I'm down to try it!''': ''"Heh. Looks like we're both cut from the same thrill-seeking cloth."''

:: '''I'm good for now.''': ''"Oh well. If you ever change your mind, let me know. Maybe we can compete against each other once your surfing skills are up to snuff."''

: ''"As a thrill seeker, I'm excited to see just how much you improve."''

: ''"A beautiful loss is still a loss, and an ugly win is still a win!"''

: ''"I've got to keep my fangs sharp so I can have the best battles possible."''

: ''"I'm going to flip a coin. Will it be heads or tails?"''

: ''"One of my comrades back home is a Pokémon called {{p|Bisharp}}, a species native to the [[Unova]] region."''

: ''"Bisharp's body is protected by steel armor, and it has a fondness for slicing into whatever it sees."''

: ''"It glides through the battlefield regally, like shuffling a deck of cards."''

: ''"The way it seems to own the battle with its charm has made it one of my favorite Pokémon to battle with."''

:: ''"I hope someday you, too, will discover a Pokémon that draws your gaze with its beauty and charm in battle."''

:: ''"When you do, I have a feeling you'll develop a new thirst for victory within you as well."''

: ''"I'm fond of a great many Pokémon..."''

: ''"but it's {{p|Liepard}}'s strength that I'd risk it all on."''

: ''"The way she pounces with devastating blows faster than her opponents can predict them..."''

: ''"Sure, there's always some manner of luck involved—but that just adds to the flavor."''

:: ''"When you find a Pokémon that you adore, go out on a limb for it—take risks."''

:: ''"When you crave victory for your Pokémon, that desire feeds into your Pokémon's strength."''

: ''"It's plain to see that every Trainer here on [[Pasio]] has a thirst for battle—myself among them."''

: ''"I, too, wish to revel in the joy of Pokémon battling."''

: ''"I wonder... Who do you think will rise to the top and claim victory here on Pasio?"''

: ''"I suppose that's a foolish question—the natural response of any Trainer would be themselves, of course."''

:: ''"If I had to wager a guess at who lady luck favors most, besides myself..."''

:: ''"well, I suppose I'd wager on you—hypothetically, of course. You have potential. I see great things in your future."''

:: ''"Why not cast your lot with me, and we can claim victory together?"''

: ''"In a Pokémon battle, we seek victory—never defeat."''

: ''"For us, battling with our Pokémon is a way to satisfy our desire to win—to get what we want."''

: ''"I don't let myself get distracted by losses or grow bigheaded when victorious—I simply seek to win my next battle."''

: ''"That is my pure and honest desire, and I have no need to hesitate."''

:: ''"It's not wrong to thirst for battle."''

:: ''"A pure, true desire to win has the power to change one's fate, despite the inevitable losses one must sometimes face."''

:: ''"When the time comes for you to face adversity, I wonder how the cards will fall."''

: ''"You like Pokémon, don't you?"''

: ''"I love Pokémon more than anything else in the world, as all Trainers do..."''

: ''"but let me get one thing off my chest."''

: ''"Battles can be used to settle a lot of different things."''

: ''"However, battling others just to profess that your love is better than theirs... That's just deplorable."''

:: ''"Telling someone that their feelings are wrong—or getting in the way of someone else's love—is not a nice thing to do."''

:: ''"When it comes to loving your Pokémon, everyone can be a champion."''

: ''"The Pokémon you choose, the moves they use, and the Trainers you team up with..."''

: ''"are all impeccable choices, the way I see it. You know how it feels to thirst for victory and triumph."''

: ''"From my perspective, it looks like you still have some room to grow when it comes to following through on the battlefield..."''

: ''"but if that's just your playfulness that I'm seeing, then perhaps I'm wrong. "''

:: ''"After all, having a thirst for victory is not a bad thing in and of itself..."''

:: ''"but if you can afford to have some fun along the way, it should be encouraged."''

:: ''"A bit of adventurousness can be the ace up your sleeve, you know. I can appreciate that in a battle opponent."''

: ''"Highly competitive Trainers don't tend to flock together."''

: ''"You see, the strongest Trainers know they'll eventually have to face one another, and that doesn't lend itself to chummy teamwork."''

: ''"That being said, teaming up with you and claiming victory together versus individually... That has its own brilliant shine."''

: ''"I want to experience more of that shine."''

:: ''"Being a Pokémon Trainer isn't something you can do alone."''

:: ''"You always have your Pokémon fighting there beside you. You can't have a real battle otherwise."''

:: ''"In order to win, you have to be able to trust your Pokémon and your Pokémon has to have faith in you."''

:: ''"The Trainers who possess the strongest trust are the ones who will win—particularly here on Pasio with this many Trainers competing."''

: ''"This outfit was custom-made for me by a designer here on Pasio."''

: ''"Apparently, the designer took inspiration from {{p|Sharpedo}}'s nickname—the bully of the sea."''

: ''"Sharpedo can swim at speeds of up to 75 miles per hour, and its fangs can rip through sheet iron."''

: ''"I've got to keep my fangs sharp, too, so I can have the best battles possible."''

:: ''"Sharpedo is quite aggressive, and it's very sensitive to the scent of blood. I like those qualities."''

:: ''"After all, keen senses are crucial for a risk taker like me..."''

:: ''"Even the smallest factors can mean the difference between victory and defeat. Remember that."''

: ''"When Sharpedo becomes Mega Sharpedo, it gains very flashy markings all over its body."''

: ''"They're actually old battle scars... I suppose you could call them medals."''

: ''"Luck is a factor in any battle, of course, but experience makes all the difference."''

: ''"Your experiences here on Pasio should be a good foundation for you to build on."''

:: ''"Sharpedo's fangs always grow back no matter how many times they break or snap off in battle."''

:: ''"Whether you win or lose, you still gain something from a battle—a chance to become even stronger."''

:: ''"Being part of your team means Sharpedo and I can show you what we're truly capable of."''

: ''"Everyone's got to play the hand they're dealt in life..."''

: ''"A good risk taker must keep that in mind."''

: ''"In the same way, a good Trainer knows not to face the rough seas of life alone, but with their Pokémon at their side."''

: ''"You truly care about your Pokémon, and your battle instincts aren't too shabby, either. You might have a future in the gaming circuit someday."''

:: ''"If somebody wins a battle, then, without doubt, someone else has lost. That's the way of battle."''

:: ''"In order to win, a Trainer and their Pokémon must become stronger together."''

:: ''"Truly great battles demand equally great strength. You can't have one without the other."''

: ''"Surfing the waves with Sharpedo is a great way to improve your balance and concentration."''

: ''"The trick is to be in perfect sync with your Pokémon. If you can do that, even choppy waves and crosswinds won't trip you up."''

: ''"Hmm. This is harder to explain than I thought..."''

: ''"If you want, I'll let you ride Sharpedo sometime."''

:: ''"Riding the waves on Sharpedo gives you a wonderful sense of speed."''

:: ''"You can't really understand how thrilling it is unless you experience it for yourself. And once you do, it sticks with you forever."''

:: ''"The same could be also said of Pokémon battles. Take you, for example—I can see the light in your eyes shining brilliantly after every battle."''

: ''"Watching you up close, it's quite easy to see just how much you love Pokémon battles, <player>."''

: ''"Raising Pokémon, teaching them moves, collecting items to give them... If you neglect even one of these areas, victory gets further from your grasp."''

: ''"But you don't shirk a single responsibility, and you still manage to enjoy yourself during battles. That's quite remarkable."''

:: ''"Your Pokémon battles are quite interesting, <player>."''

:: ''"They get the crowd cheering and fire up your teammates to battle alongside you."''

:: ''"That's why, at times, I think I'd like to battle you as a rival..."''

:: ''"Whenever the opportunity presents itself, I hope you'll allow me to battle you."''

: ''"Battle is not a climb to reach a mountain's peak, but a journey of discovery across a vast ocean."''

: ''"No one is invincible. Every Trainer has tasted defeat at one time or another."''

: ''"Win or lose, what matters is whether you channel it into your next experience."''

: ''"Battle seems simple, but it's not until you dive in that you realize just how deep it really is. That's why I've dedicated my life to it."''

:: ''"The depth of battle is difficult to explain with just words alone."''

:: ''"If you'd like to learn more about the joy of battle, I'd be more than happy to lend a hand."''

:: ''"Not just as a risk taker, but as a Trainer, too."''

: ''"The most intriguing part of any battle is the opponent you're facing."''

: ''"Especially on Pasio, where there is no shortage of intriguing Trainers, each with their own unique approach to battle."''

: ''"Since I'm already wearing my [[sygna suit]], I might as well dedicate myself to enjoying the battles that can only be experienced on this island."''

:: ''"I like this sygna suit. It captures the unique ambience of Pasio."''

:: ''"I'd expect nothing less from an outfit inspired by Sharpedo's reputation as the bully of the sea."''

:: ''"As a risk taker, I've got to do justice to these clothes. I'll have to find some impossible odds to overcome."''

: ''"When people aren't winning, they tend to get frustrated and impatient."''

: ''"At times like that, the trick is to relax and enjoy the battle."''

: ''"Fortune smiles not on those who obsess over winning or losing. It shines on those who are having the most fun."''

: ''"It's said that Bisharp are so level-headed, they don't even change their expression when they deal the finishing blow to their prey."''

: ''"They're also very observant. They keep a keen eye on their minions, ensuring none of them even thinks about double-crossing their leader."''

: ''"Heh... As long as Bisharp and I are on the lookout, no one's going to pull a fast one on us."''

: ''"Every day, without fail, Bisharp will sharpen the blade on her head."''

: ''"She's always ready for anything—and always capable of peak performance."''

: ''"Just the perfect partner for a Trainer like me, eh?"''

: ''"I almost always wear clothes that are formal and tight fitting."''

: ''"Sometimes, though, it's nice to wear something a little more loose and comfortable, like this."''

: ''"If you ever feel like you want to switch things up, a wardrobe change is a good place to start."''

: ''"There are many different kinds of card players."''

: ''"For example, there are those who leave everything to chance and go all-or-nothing. Then there are those who carefully play the hand they're dealt."''

: ''"I'm one of the latter kind. What kind are you, <player>?"''

: ''"I guess I'll have to take you on and find out."''

: ''"The young and the talented have infinite potential within them."''

: ''"I'm always really interested in how that potential will be realized as they grow."''

: ''"I've definitely got my eye on you as well. I can't wait to see how you turn out!"''

:: ''"Just like a roll of the dice, no one knows what your future will bring."''

:: ''"We have unlimited potential precisely because we don't know our future. Even then, we still want to know. Funny, isn't it?"''

: ''"Just like the ocean, Pasio is come one, come all."''

: ''"I think that's why there are so many [[sync pair]]s with their own unique flair here on Pasio."''

: ''"I'd say that both you and I fit that description pretty well."''

:: ''"I don't know if Pasio called me to it or if it was I who was drawn to Pasio."''

:: ''"Either way, I was able to meet sync pairs like you and all the others."''

:: ''"I think I'll stay here for a while and see how you and all the other young, promising Trainers turn out."''

: ''"I've got a good feeling about today. Luck seems to be in my favor whenever you're around, <player>."''

: ''"I'm getting antsy just thinking about all the battles that await us today."''

: ''"Hey, <player>. Meeting you today must mean luck is smiling on me."''

: ''"Heh... Seems like this ought to ease my boredom for a little while."''

: ''"Hey, <player>. I thought I'd run into you about now."''

: ''"Battles come down to luck in the end. What kind of luck will today bring?"''

: ''"Good morning. Something tells me luck's on our side today."''

: ''"I'm not really a morning person... I tend to stay up late battling most nights."''{{tt|*|normal}}

: ''"I'm not really a morning person... I tend to stay up late battling, most nights."''{{tt|*|Kimono}}

: ''"Eating a proper meal should be your first step to prepare for battle."''

: ''"I study new moves during the day—and then battle with them at night. That's my style."''{{tt|*|also used by Kimono}}

: ''"Dark nights are for daredevils like me. Are you a daredevil, too?"''

: ''"Some people say nights are calm and relaxing, but for a thrill-seeker like me, they get the blood pumping."''{{tt|*|normal}}

: ''"Some people say nights are calm and relaxing, but for a thrill seeker like me, they get the blood pumping."''{{tt|*|Kimono}}

: ''"When I got up this morning, the thought of all the battles waiting for me woke me up like a hot cup of coffee."''

: ''"I've never been much of a morning person... Unless I've got a Pokémon battle waiting for me, of course."''

: ''"If you skip a meal, you might not be at full strength when you need it. It sounds like common sense, but it's easy to forget."''

: ''"I was thinking of heading to the beach. For some reason, I've always been drawn to the sound of the waves."''

: ''"It's time to get out on the town. When you live and breathe competition like I do, the darkness of night is no obstacle to battling."''

: ''"Imagine—a one-night-only, winner-takes-all tournament. I'd jump at the chance to compete in something like that."''

: ''"Ah, looks like I caught you at just the right time. I have something for you."''

: ''"Here, don't be shy. May it serve you well."''

:: ''"If you want more, you'll have to fend for yourself."''

: ''"Somehow I knew you'd be here. When you're a risk taker like I am, you develop a sixth sense for this sort of thing."''

: ''"You should have this. I'm sure it'll come in handy when the odds are stacked against you."''

:: ''"Every Trainer uses items differently."''

:: ''"I'm curious to see exactly how you'll use that."''

: ''"Here's something for you. It's just what you needed, right?"''

:: ''"I've got a great intuition for these things. Go on—use it however you want."''

* Special Bug-type training event intro

* Special Bug-type training event blurb

 

* Special Bug-type training event conversation