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Edelgard/Quotes (Heroes)

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Edelgard: The Future

At the castle

I am Edelgard von Hresvelg, heir apparent of the Adrestian Empire. I will follow you, but I bow to no one.
— When summoned, in Heroes.
As a princess myself, I feel sympathy for Princess Veronica. I wonder if she is acting of her own volition.
— At the castle, in Heroes.
My father, the Adrestian emperor, was stripped of his power. As his successor, I will reclaim what he lost.
— At the castle, in Heroes.
Having been thrust into an unfamiliar world, I find it difficult to feel at ease. Perhaps you know the feeling.
— At the castle, in Heroes.
Your enemies are similar to my foes in my own world. We may both stand to learn from our time together.
— At the castle, in Heroes.
Excuse me. I was taking a moment to rest. In my own world, I was so busy that I rarely had the time.
— At the castle, in Heroes.
I was asked to say hello to you. Now that I have, I will take my leave.
— Delivering greetings from a friend, in Heroes.

On the character status screen

Hmm.
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.
I'm a student at the Officers Academy...for now.
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.
Gah! Please don't do that!
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.
A painting? ...MY painting?! But how did you... Leave. Now. I have urgent business to attend to!
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.
My strength is due, in part, to the power of Crests.
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.
I value this experience. In my future, a massive battle awaits...
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.
All obstacles will be crushed...without exception.
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.
Please use me well. Together, we cannot lose.
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.

Level 40 quote

You tend to look at me as though you expect me to leave at any moment. I suppose it can't be helped. You need not worry, however. Even if I did not care about this country and its people... For the sake of my own ambitions, I would still be sure to see this effort to its end. I promise you that. Remember who I am. I am Edelgard von Hresvelg, and I am sworn to help you vanquish your enemies. With my allegiance to your cause, victory is a foregone conclusion.
— After reaching level 40 at five-star Rarity, in Heroes.

Map quotes

Very well.
— When selected on the map screen, in Heroes.
Well, then?
— When selected on the map screen, in Heroes.
I will go.
— When selected on the map screen, in Heroes.

Level up quotes

An underwhelming result... I will not let it happen again.
— When gaining 1-2 stats from a level up, in Heroes.
A step forward.
— When gaining 3-4 stats from a level up, in Heroes.
I am always getting stronger.
— When gaining 5-6 stats from a level up, in Heroes.
Watch as I master this new power.
— When learning a new skill or increasing rarity, in Heroes.

Special skill quotes

I will prevail!
— When using a special skill, in Heroes.
I'll strike you down!
— When using a special skill, in Heroes.
Don't waste my time.
— When using a special skill, in Heroes.
Watch this!
— When using a special skill, in Heroes.

Defeat quote

I can't die...not yet...
— When defeated, in Heroes.

Flame Emperor: Bringer of War

At the castle

You are in the presence of the Flame Emperor. I am yours to command, if you prove capable.
— When summoned, in Heroes.
"Hero"? The word sticks in my throat. But it is fitting, I suppose.
— At the castle, in Heroes.
Better war than a peace built on suffering.
— At the castle, in Heroes.
Strangers, everyone. You fight for the unknown alongside unknowns.
— At the castle, in Heroes.
Tell me of your world. Perhaps I can offer advice...
— At the castle, in Heroes.
May I have a moment? I must remove this mask. It is sweltering underneath. But it wouldn't do for you to see...
— At the castle, in Heroes.
As if I were a common courier, I come bearing greetings from <friend>.
— Delivering greetings from a friend, in Heroes.

On the character status screen

Hmph.
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.
You see what I choose to show you.
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.
Your foolishness will be your end.
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.
Terrible power has its uses...and use it I will.
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.
Behold the power of the Flame Emperor!
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.
Fódlan's history has been distorted for over a millennium...
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.
Beasts hiding in the light. Monsters slithering in the dark. I will destroy them all.
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.
Say the word, and all will be burned away...
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.

Level 40 quote

I am burdened with great purpose. My path, the path I must follow, stretches out before me... By every right, I should seek to free myself of this childish struggle... And yet, something about you... Tell me, would you ever consider using your tactical skill in service of my empire? ...Only after your work here is done, I imagine. Then I will stay. And perhaps the time will come when I no longer have need to don this mask before you...
— After reaching level 40 at five-star Rarity, in Heroes.

Map quotes

Fine.
— When selected on the map screen, in Heroes.
Now?
— When selected on the map screen, in Heroes.
I am going.
— When selected on the map screen, in Heroes.

Level up quotes

This won't stop me. Nothing will.
— When gaining 1-2 stats from a level up, in Heroes.
Hmph. Nothing more than a minor setback.
— When gaining 3-4 stats from a level up, in Heroes.
As is to be expected.
— When gaining 5-6 stats from a level up, in Heroes.
Ah. A gift offered freely. May this benefit us both.
— When learning a new skill or increasing rarity, in Heroes.

Special skill quotes

Ready yourself.
— When using a special skill, in Heroes.
The end comes.
— When using a special skill, in Heroes.
Perish.
— When using a special skill, in Heroes.
Feed them to the maggots.
— When using a special skill, in Heroes.

Defeat quote

The flame will never die...
— When defeated, in Heroes.

Edelgard: Flame Emperor

At the castle

I am Edelgard, uniting emperor of all Fódlan. Whatever you seek, you may trust I have the reach to deliver it.
— When summoned, in Heroes.
Fódlan is united, but my work is not yet finished. There are still those who slither in the dark to deal with.
— At the castle, in Heroes.
There are many rulers among your company. Commanding them must weigh on you... You should rest.
— At the castle, in Heroes.
I was just designing a new form of government in my mind. One that might make for a better world. There is much I have yet to consider...
— At the castle, in Heroes.
Would you share your opinions on the other Heroes with me? I imagine yours is a more objective position.
— At the castle, in Heroes.
Even in an unfamiliar world, I must keep learning. An emperor can never stop moving forward.
— At the castle, in Heroes.
I was asked to extend a greeting on behalf of <friend>. Now I have.
— Delivering greetings from a friend, in Heroes.

On the character status screen

Hmm?
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.
The title of Emperor falls to House Hresvelg; however, that legacy ends with me.
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.
Only you are brave enough to surprise the Adrestian Emperor.
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.
Ancient practices left unchecked will rot the world.
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.
I will create a world where all people are free, regardless of their bloodline.
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.
Could you trust someone even knowing they may betray you?
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.
I have no regrets... but I sometimes wonder if things may have been different.
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.
You will become the light that shines over this world.
— On the character status screen, in Heroes.

Level 40 quote

Do not misunderstand, but... I want you. Your wisdom, your ability... But more than any of that, your heart. The Adrestian empire united Fódlan. But that struggle was only the start. I have much work left to do. There are many ready to come to my aid, but none like you. You are something special. So, stay alive, and I will remain here until this world's strife is no more. And when that time comes, I expect you will return with me to Fódlan. Reach for my hand. Promise me.
— After reaching level 40 at five-star Rarity, in Heroes.

Map quotes

Understood.
— When selected on the map screen, in Heroes.
Your plan?
— When selected on the map screen, in Heroes.
Time to go.
— When selected on the map screen, in Heroes.

Level up quotes


— When gaining 1-2 stats from a level up, in Heroes.

— When gaining 3-4 stats from a level up, in Heroes.

— When gaining 5-6 stats from a level up, in Heroes.
With this power, I will cut my own path!
— When learning a new skill or increasing rarity, in Heroes.

Special skill quotes

A victory for the future!
— When using a special skill, in Heroes.
You can't stop me!
— When using a special skill, in Heroes.
No Mercy!
— When using a special skill, in Heroes.
This battle is your last.
— When using a special skill, in Heroes.

Defeat quote

You must lead the others...
— When defeated, in Heroes.