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Gustav/Quotes (Heroes)

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Gustav: Exsanguinator

Special skill quotes

Out of my sight!
— When using a special skill.
Know the strength of Askr!
— When using a special skill.
For our people!
— When using a special skill.
To open the way!
— When using a special skill.

Defeat quote

Alfonse... Forgive me...
— When defeated.

Gustav: Majestic Love

At the castle

I am the king of Askr, Gustav. I had not imagined I would be able to visit Askr again. Certainly not like this...
— When summoned.
There are times when a king faces difficult decisions. But they must always look to their country's future.
— At the castle.
Seeing Alfonse here, now... There is much he can learn from the Day of Devotion. I look forward to his growth.
— At the castle.
Because of you, the people can enjoy the Day of Devotion. You have my gratitude, <player>.
— At the castle.
Alfonse is still an inexperienced ruler. But he will likely grow into a better king than I was one day.
— At the castle.
A king should not be all-powerful, placed above others. He should give of himself for his people.
— At the castle.
I am Gustav, King of Askr. I bear an invitation to the Day of Devotion from <friend>.
— Delivering greetings from a friend.

On the character status screen

Yes?
— On the character status screen.
Allow me to express my gratitude to you. You've protected my children ably so far.
— On the character status screen.
Is that some sort of greeting in the Order of Heroes?
— On the character status screen.
My scar? Chalk that one up to a Hero from another world...
— On the character status screen.
Alfonse is a wise young man. I imagine he will make a good king one day.
— On the character status screen.
Sharena is kind, but I pray that kindness won't bring her harm.
— On the character status screen.
I must protect my people, even if it costs me my life.
— On the character status screen.
I am astounded that you came to this world, and very glad about it too. You are most welcome here.
— On the character status screen.

Level 40 quote

A king, too, must understand the true value of love. Love for country, for its people... and love for family. Without love, a king cannot keep a great country united. Alfonse and Sharena have much they can gain from this festival. I hope you will continue to support Alfonse as well. This country needs your love, <player>.
— After reaching level 40 at five-star Rarity.

Map quotes

Yes.
— When selected on the map screen.
You're sure?
— When selected on the map screen.
Onward!
— When selected on the map screen.

Level-up quotes

My strength is not enough... How disappointing.
— When gaining 1–2 stats from a level-up.
Strength may wane with time, but experience is just the opposite.
— When gaining 3–4 stats from a level-up.
The love here reflects the history of this country.
— When gaining 5–6 stats from a level-up.
The people are what grant me my strength. I will give them a king in return.
— When learning a new skill or increasing rarity.

Special skill quotes

Out of my sight!
— When using a special skill.
Know the strength of Askr!
— When using a special skill.
For our people!
— When using a special skill.
To open the way!
— When using a special skill.

Defeat quote

Alfonse... Forgive me...
— When defeated.

Gustav: Sovereign Slain

At the castle

I am Gustav. Once I was king, but no more. I am but a king's rotting husk.
— When summoned.
Should I raise my blade to you in a fit of frenzy, you must not hesitate. Not even for a moment.
— At the castle.
Alfonse and Sharena are not yet prepared to usher in Askr's future... And I laid that burden upon them.
— At the castle.
Henriette, never lose that radiant smile. Walk toward the light, the people of Askr beside you.
— At the castle.
This body of mine is not of the living. It has no place beside those who yet draw breath.
— At the castle.
I am merely of the endless cohort of the dead—one of the innumerable victims of conflict.
— At the castle.
Fear not. Your friend is safe. The grasp of Hel has not yet closed...as it has upon my throat.
— Delivering greetings from a friend.

On the character status screen

I am Gustav. My flesh has been reconstructed by the dread power of Hel.
— On the character status screen.
Do not approach me. I can make no promises for your safety.
— On the character status screen.
My body is beyond even my control.
— On the character status screen.
One who lacks the will to strike me down is not fit to be king.
— On the character status screen.
Alfonse is strong... If the time comes that he must battle his own blood, he will not falter.
— On the character status screen.
Alfonse... Sharena... My beloved children.
— On the character status screen.
As I am now, I can do no more than entrust my fate to you.
— On the character status screen.

Level 40 quote

I have a request for you—not as a king, but as a father who dearly loves his children. When all of this is over, I hope that you will grant me the eternal rest that I have been denied. At that time...bury my axe on the hill that overlooks the castle of Askr. That way, at least some part of me will be able to stand watch over them as time marches ever onward. The dead ought not to trouble the living. Summoner... I leave Alfonse and Sharena in your capable hands.
— After reaching level 40 at five-star rarity.

Map quotes

Yes.
— When selected on the map screen.
And now?
— When selected on the map screen.
Consider it done.
— When selected on the map screen.

Level-up quotes

This body is not fit to persist amongst the living. It should decay...
— When gaining 1–2 stats from a level-up.
The dead have no need of power. Yet here I stand.
— When gaining 3–4 stats from a level-up.
When will you let me die? How much more blood must stain these hands?
— When gaining 5–6 stats from a level-up.
You need not concern yourself with me. Your gifts are wasted on a corpse.
— When learning a new skill or increasing rarity.

Special skill quotes

Strike me.
— When using a special skill.
You must understand.
— When using a special skill.
Not good enough, I'm afraid.
— When using a special skill.
Give it your all!
— When using a special skill.

Defeat quote

Well done...
— When defeated.