507
edits
Team Rocket mottos: Difference between revisions
From Bulbapedia, the community-driven Pokémon encyclopedia.
Jump to navigationJump to search
→Original motto: Split by series, added AG020, AG042
mNo edit summary |
(→Original motto: Split by series, added AG020, AG042) |
||
| Line 40: | Line 40: | ||
Also, the lines "To denounce the evils of truth and love!" and "To extend our reach to the stars above!" were often said by both [[Jessie]] and [[James]] in the [[Pokémon: Indigo League|first season]]. | Also, the lines "To denounce the evils of truth and love!" and "To extend our reach to the stars above!" were often said by both [[Jessie]] and [[James]] in the [[Pokémon: Indigo League|first season]]. | ||
There were many occasions in which they would use a radio or something else to play the background music.Also, in many later episodes, James said "fight, fight, fight" at the end of his last line. {{TP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}} also began saying its name at the end of the motto in ''[[EP149|Tunnel Vision]]'', and has done so in most episodes since. | There were many occasions in which they would use a radio or something else to play the background music. Also, in many later episodes, James said "fight, fight, fight" at the end of his last line. {{TP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}} also began saying its name at the end of the motto in ''[[EP149|Tunnel Vision]]'', and has done so in most episodes since. | ||
It should also be noted that this version of the motto was used in commercials for [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen]] with each line being said by different children, omitting the parts where Jessie, James and Meowth say their own names and the line "Team Rocket blasts off at the speed of light." | It should also be noted that this version of the motto was used in commercials for [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen]] with each line being said by different children, omitting the parts where Jessie, James and Meowth say their own names and the line "Team Rocket blasts off at the speed of light." | ||
====''[[EP028|Pokémon Fashion Flash]]'' motto==== | ====Variations in [[original series]]==== | ||
=====''[[EP028|Pokémon Fashion Flash]]'' motto===== | |||
In this episode Team Rocket opens "Salon Roquet" and for this reason introduces itself with a special motto. | In this episode Team Rocket opens "Salon Roquet" and for this reason introduces itself with a special motto. | ||
| Line 56: | Line 57: | ||
:'''James:''' Surrender your taste or prepare to fight! | :'''James:''' Surrender your taste or prepare to fight! | ||
====''[[EP096|Meowth Rules!]]'' motto==== | =====''[[EP096|Meowth Rules!]]'' motto===== | ||
In this episode Meowth, being hit by [[Ash's Squirtle]]'s water gun, flies up and falls on an island where a strange tribe worshipping Meowth lives. Almost in the end of the episode when Meowth feels lonely and says he misses [[Jessie]] and [[James]], they both appear and recite a special version of their motto for Meowth. At the same time, the tribal priest and high priest beg Meowth to stay with the tribe. | In this episode Meowth, being hit by [[Ash's Squirtle]]'s water gun, flies up and falls on an island where a strange tribe worshipping Meowth lives. Almost in the end of the episode when Meowth feels lonely and says he misses [[Jessie]] and [[James]], they both appear and recite a special version of their motto for Meowth. At the same time, the tribal priest and high priest beg Meowth to stay with the tribe. | ||
| Line 71: | Line 72: | ||
:'''James:''' So let's set sail on our ship of friends! | :'''James:''' So let's set sail on our ship of friends! | ||
====''[[EP097|Tracey Gets Bugged]]'' motto==== | =====''[[EP097|Tracey Gets Bugged]]'' motto===== | ||
Since Jessie gets her hair cut short by a wild {{p|Scyther}} in this episode, [[Team Rocket]] recites a special motto. | Since Jessie gets her hair cut short by a wild {{p|Scyther}} in this episode, [[Team Rocket]] recites a special motto. | ||
| Line 86: | Line 87: | ||
:'''Meowth:''' Hairy! | :'''Meowth:''' Hairy! | ||
====''[[EP118|The Double Trouble Header]]'' motto==== | =====''[[EP118|The Double Trouble Header]]'' motto===== | ||
Pretending to be baseball fans, Team Rocket recites the following motto upon stealing [[Ash's Pikachu]] and [[Casey's Chikorita]] (both were later freed). | Pretending to be baseball fans, Team Rocket recites the following motto upon stealing [[Ash's Pikachu]] and [[Casey's Chikorita]] (both were later freed). | ||
| Line 106: | Line 107: | ||
:'''Meowth (''with tears in his face''):''' That's... right! | :'''Meowth (''with tears in his face''):''' That's... right! | ||
====''[[EP123|Spinarak Attack]]'' motto==== | =====''[[EP123|Spinarak Attack]]'' motto===== | ||
In this episode Jessie and James try to imitate The Black Arachnid, a well-known burglar. Upon breaking into a rich mansion and seizing a valuable trophy, they introduce themselves to the stunned witnesses with the following motto. | In this episode Jessie and James try to imitate The Black Arachnid, a well-known burglar. Upon breaking into a rich mansion and seizing a valuable trophy, they introduce themselves to the stunned witnesses with the following motto. | ||
| Line 122: | Line 123: | ||
:'''Meowth:''' Meowth! That's right! | :'''Meowth:''' Meowth! That's right! | ||
====''[[EP158|The Goldenrod Opportunity]]'' motto==== | =====''[[EP158|The Goldenrod Opportunity]]'' motto===== | ||
This motto was recited by Jessie and James after they had confused some wares at a food store with free samples and had been caught by a saleswoman. | This motto was recited by Jessie and James after they had confused some wares at a food store with free samples and had been caught by a saleswoman. | ||
| Line 139: | Line 140: | ||
This episode is also notable due to the fact that Team Rocket did not shout out their usual "blasting off" phrase in it, even before disappearing in the [[Magnet Train|Magnet Train tunnel]] although the shining star did appear. | This episode is also notable due to the fact that Team Rocket did not shout out their usual "blasting off" phrase in it, even before disappearing in the [[Magnet Train|Magnet Train tunnel]] although the shining star did appear. | ||
====''[[EP165|Hassle in the Castle]]'' motto==== | =====''[[EP165|Hassle in the Castle]]'' motto===== | ||
In this episode Team Rocket breaks into a castle that later appeared to be a hospital, where Pokémon were used to treat people. Upon stealing some food from the dining room and trying to get away, Team Rocket was caught by [[Dr. Anna]] and Brock. | In this episode Team Rocket breaks into a castle that later appeared to be a hospital, where Pokémon were used to treat people. Upon stealing some food from the dining room and trying to get away, Team Rocket was caught by [[Dr. Anna]] and Brock. | ||
| Line 155: | Line 156: | ||
:'''Meowth:''' Meowth, that's right. | :'''Meowth:''' Meowth, that's right. | ||
====''[[EP169|Beauty and the Breeder]]'' motto==== | =====''[[EP169|Beauty and the Breeder]]'' motto===== | ||
In this episode Jessie and James enter a Pokémon Beauty Contest, pretending not to be members of team Rocket (they even forbid Meowth to talk). Because they want to be the first to show their Pokémon in order to make a better impression on the judges, they lock up the first contestant and appear on the stage instead of him. A small delay happens due to this. | In this episode Jessie and James enter a Pokémon Beauty Contest, pretending not to be members of team Rocket (they even forbid Meowth to talk). Because they want to be the first to show their Pokémon in order to make a better impression on the judges, they lock up the first contestant and appear on the stage instead of him. A small delay happens due to this. | ||
| Line 171: | Line 172: | ||
:'''Meowth:''' Meowth, Meowth, Meowth! | :'''Meowth:''' Meowth, Meowth, Meowth! | ||
====''[[EP175|Trouble With Snubbull]]'' motto==== | =====''[[EP175|Trouble With Snubbull]]'' motto===== | ||
In this episode Team Rocket tries to catch [[Madame Muchmoney's Snubbull]] in order to return it to her and receive a reward, which they suppose to be quite large. | In this episode Team Rocket tries to catch [[Madame Muchmoney's Snubbull]] in order to return it to her and receive a reward, which they suppose to be quite large. | ||
| Line 186: | Line 187: | ||
:'''Meowth:''' Meowth! That's right! | :'''Meowth:''' Meowth! That's right! | ||
====''[[EP196|Control Freak!]]'' motto==== | =====''[[EP196|Control Freak!]]'' motto===== | ||
Jessie and James recite this motto after Jessie obtains ancient mask and the staff that can be used to control any Pokémon without catching it. | Jessie and James recite this motto after Jessie obtains ancient mask and the staff that can be used to control any Pokémon without catching it. | ||
| Line 201: | Line 202: | ||
:'''Meowth (''desperately''):''' Yeah. Why fight? | :'''Meowth (''desperately''):''' Yeah. Why fight? | ||
====''[[EP227|For Ho-Oh the Bells Toll]]'' motto==== | =====''[[EP227|For Ho-Oh the Bells Toll]]'' motto===== | ||
In this episode, Team Rocket steals the Crystal Bells, and they use a different version of their motto. | In this episode, Team Rocket steals the Crystal Bells, and they use a different version of their motto. | ||
| Line 216: | Line 217: | ||
:'''Wobbuffet:''' Wobbuffet! | :'''Wobbuffet:''' Wobbuffet! | ||
====''[[EP231|Dues and Don'ts]]'' motto==== | =====''[[EP231|Dues and Don'ts]]'' motto===== | ||
At the beginning of this episode Ash and his friends meet Jessie, James and Meowth dressed up as American football players. | At the beginning of this episode Ash and his friends meet Jessie, James and Meowth dressed up as American football players. | ||
| Line 231: | Line 232: | ||
:'''Meowth:''' Touchdown! That’s right! | :'''Meowth:''' Touchdown! That’s right! | ||
====''[[EP233|A Tyrogue Full of Trouble]]'' motto==== | =====''[[EP233|A Tyrogue Full of Trouble]]'' motto===== | ||
This motto is recited when Team Rocket steals the Tyrogue that [[Kiyo]] later captures. | This motto is recited when Team Rocket steals the Tyrogue that [[Kiyo]] later captures. | ||
| Line 246: | Line 247: | ||
:'''Meowth:''' That’s right! | :'''Meowth:''' That’s right! | ||
====''[[EP234|Xatu the Future]]'' motto==== | =====''[[EP234|Xatu the Future]]'' motto===== | ||
Team Rocket recites this motto before trying to steal treasures that people have brought to the Xatu for predicting a flood. | Team Rocket recites this motto before trying to steal treasures that people have brought to the Xatu for predicting a flood. | ||
| Line 261: | Line 262: | ||
:'''Meowth:''' That’s right! | :'''Meowth:''' That’s right! | ||
====''[[EP235|Talkin' 'Bout an Evolution]]'' motto==== | =====''[[EP235|Talkin' 'Bout an Evolution]]'' motto===== | ||
Jessie, James and Meowth recite this motto upon being caught by other Team Rocket members while trying to sneak into a Team Rocket's secret base thinking it were a farmhouse, where they could find something to eat. | Jessie, James and Meowth recite this motto upon being caught by other Team Rocket members while trying to sneak into a Team Rocket's secret base thinking it were a farmhouse, where they could find something to eat. | ||
| Line 276: | Line 277: | ||
:'''Meowth:''' Meowth, yeah, let’s eat! | :'''Meowth:''' Meowth, yeah, let’s eat! | ||
====''[[EP237|As Cold as Pryce]]'' motto==== | =====''[[EP237|As Cold as Pryce]]'' motto===== | ||
Team Rocket recites this motto when they encounter Ash in a forest. | Team Rocket recites this motto when they encounter Ash in a forest. | ||
| Line 292: | Line 293: | ||
:'''Wobbuffet:''' Wobbuffet! | :'''Wobbuffet:''' Wobbuffet! | ||
====''[[EP240|Some Like it Hot]]'' motto==== | =====''[[EP240|Some Like it Hot]]'' motto===== | ||
Jessie, James and Meowth recite this motto as they steal [[Egan]]'s Poké Ball with his freshly caught {{p|Magcargo}}. For some reason they are dressed up as baseball players (maybe because Egan demands that they return his Poké ''Ball''). | Jessie, James and Meowth recite this motto as they steal [[Egan]]'s Poké Ball with his freshly caught {{p|Magcargo}}. For some reason they are dressed up as baseball players (maybe because Egan demands that they return his Poké ''Ball''). | ||
| Line 309: | Line 310: | ||
:'''Meowth (''crying''):''' I thought this was softball! | :'''Meowth (''crying''):''' I thought this was softball! | ||
====''[[EP256|Just Add Water]]'' motto==== | =====''[[EP256|Just Add Water]]'' motto===== | ||
Team Rocket recites this motto upon appearing on the underwater arena of the [[Gym#Coastline Gym|Coastline Gym]]. | Team Rocket recites this motto upon appearing on the underwater arena of the [[Gym#Coastline Gym|Coastline Gym]]. | ||
| Line 324: | Line 325: | ||
:'''Meowth (''in a crab-like mecha''):''' Chop-chop, that's right! | :'''Meowth (''in a crab-like mecha''):''' Chop-chop, that's right! | ||
====''[[EP257|Lapras of Luxury]]'' motto==== | =====''[[EP257|Lapras of Luxury]]'' motto===== | ||
Team Rocket recites this motto after snaring a herd of Lapras. The research theme is present in the motto due to the presence of Naomi, a Pokémon researcher, in the episode. | Team Rocket recites this motto after snaring a herd of Lapras. The research theme is present in the motto due to the presence of Naomi, a Pokémon researcher, in the episode. | ||
| Line 340: | Line 341: | ||
:'''Meowth:''' Meowth, that's right! | :'''Meowth:''' Meowth, that's right! | ||
====''[[EP259|Entei at Your Own Risk]]'' motto==== | =====''[[EP259|Entei at Your Own Risk]]'' motto===== | ||
In this episode Jessie and James approach "the [[twerp]]s" disguised as food researchers giving out free milk in order to entrap Ash and his Pokémon. | In this episode Jessie and James approach "the [[twerp]]s" disguised as food researchers giving out free milk in order to entrap Ash and his Pokémon. | ||
| Line 352: | Line 353: | ||
They also recite their slightly altered usual motto later in the episode. | They also recite their slightly altered usual motto later in the episode. | ||
====''[[EP262|You're a Star, Larvitar!]]'' motto==== | =====''[[EP262|You're a Star, Larvitar!]]'' motto===== | ||
Team Rocket begins reciting this motto after launching their new Pokémon-sucking machine that creates a blast. | Team Rocket begins reciting this motto after launching their new Pokémon-sucking machine that creates a blast. | ||
| Line 369: | Line 370: | ||
:'''Meowth:''' That's right! | :'''Meowth:''' That's right! | ||
====Good version==== | =====Good version===== | ||
In ''[[The Power of One]]'', when Team Rocket decides to help Ash, they use a different version of their motto. | In ''[[The Power of One]]'', when Team Rocket decides to help Ash, they use a different version of their motto. | ||
| Line 384: | Line 385: | ||
:'''Meowth:''' That's right! | :'''Meowth:''' That's right! | ||
====''[[AG077|A Fan with a Plan]]'' motto==== | ====Variations in [[Advanced Generation series]]==== | ||
=====''[[AG020|Brave the Wave]]'' motto===== | |||
This motto is recited when [[Brawly]] enters a café, where Team Rocket appears to be working. | |||
:'''Jessie:''' Prepare for trouble, you want fries with that? | |||
:'''James:''' Double-delish with half the fat! | |||
:'''Jessie:''' To protect the world from unhealthy food! | |||
:'''James:''' To give great service and never be rude! | |||
:'''Jessie:''' To denounce the evils of high carbohydrates! | |||
:'''James:''' To extend our reach to the Earth and its primates! | |||
:'''Jessie:''' Jessie! | |||
:'''James:''' James! | |||
:'''Jessie:''' Team Rocket gives great service at the speed of light! | |||
:'''James:''' Pay your bill and leave the tip or prepare to fight! | |||
:'''Meowth:''' Meowth, that's right! | |||
:'''Wobbuffet:''' Wobbuffet! | |||
=====''[[AG042|Love at First Flight]]'' motto===== | |||
Jessie, James and Meowth recite this motto when Ash and [[Romeo]] find out that they have stolen [[Juliet]]'s {{p|Illumise}}. While reciting this motto, Jessie and James are dressed up as Illumise and {{p|Volbeat}}, respectively. | |||
:'''Jessie:''' Prepare for trouble, don't we look divine? | |||
:'''James:''' And make it double, looking good – feeling fine! | |||
:'''Jessie:''' To protect the world from devastation! | |||
:'''James:''' To unite all peoples within our nation! | |||
:'''Jessie:''' To walk the line towards the sweet scent of success! | |||
:'''James:''' To light up whole world with my volbeatness! | |||
:'''Jessie:''' Jessie! | |||
:'''James:''' James! | |||
:'''Jessie:''' Team Rocket blasts off at the scented speed of light! | |||
:'''James:''' Surrender now or prepare yourself for a [[Sweet Scent (move)|sweet-scented]] fight! | |||
:'''Meowth:''' That's right! | |||
:'''Wobbuffet:''' Wobbuffet! | |||
=====''[[AG077|A Fan with a Plan]]'' motto===== | |||
In this episode Jessie can't register in a Pokémon Contest, so she tries to steal [[May]]'s | In this episode Jessie can't register in a Pokémon Contest, so she tries to steal [[May]]'s | ||
and [[Savannah]]'s ribbons. James and Meowth aren't really in the mood to Jessie's evil plans, so they recite their lines with low emotion. | and [[Savannah]]'s ribbons. James and Meowth aren't really in the mood to Jessie's evil plans, so they recite their lines with low emotion. | ||
