Dissidia 012 Final Fantasy battle dialogue

The following is a list of battle dialogue spoken by characters in Dissidia 012 Final Fantasy.
For battle dialogue in the original game, see Dissidia Final Fantasy (PSP) battle dialogue.
==Warrior of Light==
===Short battle intros===
Try withstanding my blade!
Prepare yourself!
Prepare to duel!
I must proceed.
I cannot fail.
With all my strength!
— when opponent is stronger
You leave me no choice!
— when opponent is stronger
I will not give up.
— when HP is low
I will fight till the light fades!
— when HP is low
Seems you want a fight.
— when opponent is weaker
I haven't the time to play.
— when opponent is weaker
Let us open a path!
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle.
It matters not who comes!
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle.
Now is your chance to flee.
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
To victory!
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
I must surpass myself.
— Warrior of Light
I will not be a pawn to fate!
— Garland
Go on, show me your strength.
— Firion
There is no place for you here.
— The Emperor
I applaud your bravery.
— Onion Knight
I will slay you in the name of harmony!
— Cloud of Darkness
Do not let the power of light fade.
— Cecil
I will not hesitate on this path.
— Kain
I will not be tainted by darkness!
— Golbez
I shall protect your light!
— Bartz
Return to the Void, as you wish!
— Exdeath
I shall send you back to the Rift.
— Gilgamesh
You must not shun the light.
— Terra
Do not disrupt harmony further!
— Kefka
Proceed to fulfill your wishes.
— Cloud
Never worry about injuring an opponent.
— Tifa
You cannot subdue the light.
— Sephiroth
What is the source of your confidence?
— Squall
This sword is all I need.
— Laguna
The future remains with a shining light.
— Ultimecia
You'll give me your best effort, won't you?
— Zidane
No one can extinguish the light.
— Kuja
Only fighting awaits you on this path.
— Tidus
You can choose your own path.
— Yuna
This is not a game!
— Jecht
I will repel your magic with this blade.
— Shantotto
My sword shall surpass your fists!
— Prishe
Lower your guard and you will get hurt.
— Vaan
Show me the pride of a warrior.
— Gabranth
You aim to defeat me with that light?
— Lightning
I will put an end to this.
— Chaos
This time, I will slay you with my light!
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Treachery of the Gods: Decision
Warrior of Light: "Toss aside your blade and say good night."
Lightning: "No thanks. It's not my bedtime."
Light to All: Resolve for Seclusion
Warrior of Light: "Have you no trust in your ally?"
Squall: "I don't need to be lectured by you."
Light to All: Champions of Her Will
Garland: "Your haste changes naught a thing."
Warrior of Light: "Obstruct my path at your peril."
Light to All: Champions of Her Will
Sephiroth: "Do you seek a reason for this battle?"
Warrior of Light: "I mustn't stop now!"
Light to All: Champions of Her Will
Ultimecia: "And I went out of my way to warn you."
Warrior of Light: "I needn't a foe's advice."
Light to All: Champions of Her Will
The Emperor: "My my, what a pity, not knowing the truth."
Warrior of Light: "It ends when my enemies are defeated!"
Light to All: Champions of Her Will
Garland: "Your petty attempts don't change fate."
Warrior of Light: "The crystals will change that!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Exdeath: "Prepare to disappear into the Void!"
Warrior of Light: "I still have a goal to accomplish!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
The Emperor: "Grovel before my unrivaled power!"
Warrior of Light: "I do not serve the likes of you!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Garland: "There is no escaping the cycle!"
Warrior of Light: "Without fail, I will end this!"
===In-battle dialogue===
Get ready!
— when using Sword Thrust
Give me strength!
— when using any Fang attack
You're mine.
— when using Rising Buckler
Prepare.
— when using Ascension
Shine!
— when using Shield of Light
Bathe in the light!
— when using Shining Wave
Lightning!
— when using Radiant Sword 
Release!
— when using Ultimate Shield
Blade of light!
— when using Rune Saber
Take this!
— when using Bitter End
This is it!
— when using an HP attack during Chase
To shine brighter!
— when activating EX Mode
I give my all, to this sword. Prepare!
— when EX Burst begins
You're finished. 
— when EX Burst is performed
Repulse!
— when activating EX Revenge
To arms!!
— when used as Assist
===Victory quotes===
That took too long.
I am making solid progress.
I will not lose.
I... won't go down...
— when HP is low
You were careless.
— when opponent is stronger
Arrogance beckons doom.
— when opponent is stronger
My apologies, I must hurry.
— when opponent is weaker
I must harness this experience.
— when in a party battle.
===Loss quotes===
Is the light fading?
Was I... too brash?
I cannot surrender.
But the fight continues!
— when opponent is stronger
I must hone my skills.
— when opponent is stronger
To be defeated like this...!
— when opponent is weaker
Forgive me, comrades!
— when in a party battle.
==Garland==
===Short battle intros===
I will enjoy this.
Let us begin!
You thought to best me?
The battle begins!
Let us not hold back!
A battle to the death? My pleasure!
— when HP is low
Only the fight... fuels me.
— when HP is low
I meet a worthy opponent!
— when opponent is stronger
My blood boils... the ultimate fight!
— when opponent is stronger
Curse your fate of weakness!
— when opponent is weaker
I will show no mercy!
— when opponent is weaker
I'll end this quickly.
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle.
Come to be pulverized?
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle.
I will brandish you with defeat!
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
I will put an end to this fight!
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
It is our fate to fight one another.
— Warrior of Light
I'll bury this pitiful warrior.
— Garland
The truth lies in the fight!
— Firion
Drown in your petty scheme!
— The Emperor
I'll show you your place!
— Onion Knight
You wish for destruction? Nonsense.
— Cloud of Darkness
You cannot escape from the cycle of battle!
— Cecil
There are no debts in battle!
— Kain
Know the stupidity in your attempts to resist!
— Golbez
The wind brings forth more battle!
— Bartz
My blade crushes even the Void!
— Exdeath
So your wandering fate continues.
— Gilgamesh
Cast away your doubts in battle!
— Terra
As you wish, crumble before me.
— Kefka
That weak blade can not cut me!
— Cloud
Do those fists contain your spirit?
— Tifa
A hero enslaved to battle...
— Sephiroth
The lonesome cub thinks he's lofty.
— Squall
The battleground is not your place.
— Laguna
Time cannot be altered.
— Ultimecia
Lay your life on the line!
— Zidane
I'll not show mercy on you.
— Kuja
Try proving your existence to me!
— Tidus
A lass that wields no weapon dares oppose me!
— Yuna
Swing to your heart's content!
— Jecht
Would you disrupt peace and lurch to chaos?
— Shantotto
A puny girl pities me?
— Prishe
Jesters cannot grasp glory!
— Vaan
Disappointed in the fight, are we?
— Gabranth
You dare to oppose your fate?
— Lightning
If the end is what you desire...
— Chaos
I shall put you to sleep in the name of the Great Will! 
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Side_Story: The Maiden Bringer of Light -2-
Garland: "This warrior is beyond your comprehension. Begone!"
Prishe: "Like hell, finder's keepers, loser's bleeders!"
Treachery of the Gods: An Undocumented Battle
Garland: "I will grant you true and utter annihilation!"
Lightning: "Bring it on! I don't need a second chance!"
Light to All: Trust
Garland: "Know your limits, boy!"
Zidane: "Hey, I'd look bad if I lost, right?"
Light to All: Champions of Her Will
Garland: "Your haste changes naught a thing."
Warrior of Light: "Obstruct my path at your peril."
Light to All: Champions of Her Will
Garland: "Your petty attempts don't change fate."
Warrior of Light: "The crystals will change that!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Garland: "There is no escaping the cycle!"
Warrior of Light: "Without fail, I will end this!"
===In-battle dialogue===
I'll crush you!
— when using Bardiche, Lance Charge, or using HP attack during chase
Go!
— when using Twist Drill or Highbringer
Take that!
— when using Chain Cast
Venerable strength!
— when using Thundaga
To ash!
— when using Blaze
Imbecile!
— when using Earthquake
You've no escape!
— when using Tsunami
Unleash the fury! Crumble!
— when using Flare
Warrior soul!
— when activating EX Mode
Know your limits!
— when EX Burst begins
Can you stand this?
— when EX Burst is performed
Miserable insect!
— with perfect EX Burst execution
You're pathetic!
— when using EX Revenge
I must join forces!
— when used as Assist.
Nyaaarh! Oowwww...
— finishing blow
===Victory quotes===
Go train some more.
Come and fight me again!
I am unstoppable with this power!
This is a fight! My blood boils!
— when HP is low
laughter
— when opponent is stronger
Only victory fulfills me!
— when opponent is stronger
That was disappointing.
— when opponent is weaker
That was exhilarating!
— when in a party battle
===Loss quotes===
I have no regrets.
I will return.
The cycle ends...
I accept my fate.
— when opponent is stronger
I have been waiting for this moment.
— when opponent is stronger
That was a... gratifying fight.
— when opponent is weaker
So I'm not on par.
— when in a party battle
==Firion==
===Short battle intros===
Let's do this!
My mind's made up.
Give me everything you've got!
I will defeat you!
I'll seize victory!
I won't run or hide!
— when opponent is stronger
I'm fired up!
— when opponent is stronger
Nothing's impossible...
— when HP is low
I won't let go of my dream!
— when HP is low
I'll give it all I have.
— when opponent is weaker
Think of this as training.
— when opponent is weaker
I can't lose this battle.
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle.
Ok, let's keep this up!
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle.
I'll take anybody on!
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
This... is a challenge.
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
I'll fight to protect my dream!
— Warrior of Light
You should know the emptiness of battle.
— Garland
A good chance to know myself.
— Firion
I will never bow down to you!
— The Emperor
I hope you find your true self.
— Onion Knight
Gotta chase away the dark cloud!
— Cloud of Darkness
Don't hold back on me.
— Cecil
So you can't compromise, huh?
— Kain
I will not give up hope!
— Golbez
Would you fight seriously.
— Bartz
Do you know the pain of losing something dear?
— Exdeath
I'll send you back to the Rift.
— Gilgamesh
Sorry, I won't hold back.
— Terra
What comes about from destruction?
— Kefka
That sword's important to you, huh?
— Cloud
Can't have doubts in a fight!
— Tifa
Didn't you once have a dream?
— Sephiroth
I'll fight to protect my friends!
— Squall
Can I regain my memory through fighting?
— Laguna
This is the power of a witch?
— Ultimecia
You can't go stealing hearts.
— Zidane
Can't you believe in anything?
— Kuja
Come on, give me your best shot!
— Tidus
Keep going, no matter what you face.
— Yuna
I'll match your fists with my arsenal!
— Jecht
Magic is but a weapon too.
— Shantotto
You're gonna fight bare-handed?
— Prishe
Hope you get to fly the skies someday.
— Vaan
Reclaim what you've lost!
— Gabranth
See if I'm worth your trust.
— Lightning
I'll fight you to the end!
— Chaos
With hope in my heart, I will not lose!
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Light to All: Beyond Doubt
Firion: "Give me all you've got, Cloud!"
Cloud: "Time to see what you're made of."
Light to All: Seeds of Hope
Jecht: "Gonna get hurt standing around like that."
Firion: "Fine, I'll fight you."
Light to All: Seeds of Hope
Ultimecia: "Fight with all your might, and wail."
Firion: "There's nothing to learn from you!"
Light to All: Seeds of Hope
The Emperor: "Your future is non-existent."
Firion: "Then I have to open my chosen path!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Exdeath: "Prepare to disappear into the Void!"
Firion: "I will not stop until I learn the truth!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
The Emperor: "Grovel before my unrivaled power!"
Firion: "I will fulfill Cosmos's wish!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Garland: "There is no escaping the cycle!"
Firion: "There is no battle without end!
===In-battle dialogue===
There...
— when using Rope Knife
Can't run!
— when using Reel Axe
Take it!
— when using punch follow-up attack
Fire!
— when using Fire
Blizzard!
— when using Blizzard
Thunder!
— when using Thunder
Hit!
— when using Straightarrow
This is it!
— when using HP attack during chase or Double Trouble
I'll give it everything I've got!
— when using Lord of Arms
I feel it in my blood!
— when activating EX Mode
This decides it!
— when EX Burst begins
Lance!... Slash!... Shatter!... Shoot!... Sword!... It's the end!
— when EX Burst is performed
Can't stop me!
— when using EX Revenge
I'll help!
— when called as Assist
Don't let it... end...
— final blow
===Victory quotes===
May this lead to more success.
I'll see this through, no matter what.
I'll open a path to the future!
Yes! An easy win.
— when opponent is weaker
Come on, just a little more...
— when HP is low
I guess I've gotten stronger.
— when opponent is stronger
I... want my dream.
— when opponent is stronger
That was a good fight.
— when in a party battle
===Loss quotes===
So close...
Why couldn't I hold on?
I won't give up!
It's seems that I'm powerless...
— when opponent is stronger
I don't wanna lose a thing!
— when opponent is weaker
Have I run out of luck?
— when opponent is weaker
Sorry, it was my mistake!
— when in a party battle
==The Emperor==
===Short battle intros===
You underestimate me.
Seems you have a death wish.
Should I go easy on you?
You don't plan to win, do you?
I'll end you myself!
You have some teeth, I see.
— when opponent is stronger
Confident in your skills?
— when opponent is stronger
Fear is beyond me!
— when HP is low
A true king wins here!
— when HP is low
Entertain me.
Obnoxious worm.
This may be quite the romp...
Who here can stop me?
The end is clear...
This is the last obstacle!
===Long battle intros===
Fall to the darkest depths of hell.
— Warrior of Light
Trapped in a pathetic cycle of blind battles.
— Garland
I'll shred all your precious flowers.
— Firion
There can only be one ruler.
— The Emperor
You think you're a full-fledged warrior?
— Onion Knight
There is no need for balance.
— Cloud of Darkness
I'll show you what control is!
— Cecil
Hmph, a lordless knight.
— Kain
Doubt will be your end.
— Golbez
Run to the depths of hell.
— Bartz
Melt into the Void as you wish!
— Exdeath
There's an unfamiliar face among us.
— Gilgamesh
Better you sleep than live in despair.
— Terra
Back to your cage, foolish jester.
— Kefka
Follow me to know your path.
— Cloud
An impudent lass, hm?
— Tifa
How the mighty have fallen.
— Sephiroth
Your knees are trembling.
— Squall
How long will you keep up the bravado?
— Laguna
Controlling time is but a folly.
— Ultimecia
All the world needs is terror.
— Zidane
No hope without self-control.
— Kuja
Don't you long for a real world?
— Tidus
All you can do is cower in fear.
— Yuna
Does your recklessness know no bounds?
— Jecht
That mouth of yours is closing for good.
— Shantotto
Show me your hideous powers!
— Prishe
Too blind to notice the threat before you?
— Vaan
Do you seek a new lord?
— Gabranth
I suppose you think yourself as thunderous?
— Lightning
You have served your purpose!
— Chaos
Fallen god, kneel before me!
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Treachery of the Gods: Where Memories Wait
The Emperor: "You do not wish to be with him as he dies?" 
Yuna: "He won't! I'll make sure of that."
Treachery of the Gods: An Undocumented Battle
The Emperor: "I look forward to seeing this tragedy unfold." 
Yuna: "This is my story. It has a happy ending!"
Light to All: Entrusted Power
The Emperor: "Meddling child."
Tidus: "What the hell are you doing here?"
Light to All: Seeds of Hope
The Emperor: "Your future is non-existent."
Firion: "Then I have to open my chosen path!"
Light to All: Champions of Her Will
The Emperor: "My my, what a pity, not knowing the truth."
Warrior of Light: "It ends when my enemies are defeated!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
The Emperor: "Grovel before my unrivaled power!"
Firion: "I will fulfill Cosmos's wish!"
===In-battle dialogue===
Meddlesome!
— when using Thunder Crest
Fool!
— when using Bombard
Away!
— when using Mine
Suffer!
— when using Light Crest
Prepare! Fall!
— when using Dynamite
Heavens!
— when using Starfall
Run amok!
— when using Flare
Too late!
— when using Dreary Cell
Prepare! Meddlesome!
— when using HP attack during chase
My reign is absolute!
— when activating EX Mode
Suffer!
— when EX Burst is activated
All is mine to command!
— when EX Burst is performed
Lowly worm.
— with perfect EX Burst execution
Get back! 
— when activating EX Revenge
This will be costly.
— when used as Assist
Ungaaaaah!
— final blow
===Victory quotes===
Hm! Not nearly enough!
Hm! Is that all?
That was entertaining...
A waste of my time.
Not a bad victory!
Behold The Emperor's strength!
You dare rile me?
You were... close.
===Loss quotes===
Losing to an insect...!
Hmph... what do I lack?
Is this... real?
No! I won't accept this!
The heavens forsake me...
But I've come so far...!
I may have enjoyed this too much...
==Onion Knight==
===Short battle intros===
The game's over.
I would've run.
I'll win!
Don't hold back!
You think you can win?
Bring it on!
— when opponent is stronger
I can't hold back!
— when opponent is stronger
Not gonna give up!
— when HP is low
Gotta break through!
— when HP is low
Here goes!
I'll beat you.
One down!
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle.
Come on and get me!
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle.
I'll fight anyone!
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
I have a duty to uphold!
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
I must surpass him.
— Warrior of Light
Would be a shame to lose to me, huh?
— Garland
You can't just keep daydreaming.
— Firion
How about you try fighting fair for once?
— The Emperor
Did I have a twin brother?
— Onion Knight
Clouds don't last!
— Cloud of Darkness
Keep up the balance between your powers.
— Cecil
Can you catch birds with that jump?
— Kain
I will show you my resolve!
— Golbez
Why don't you get serious?
— Bartz
Catch me if you can!
— Exdeath
Would you get serious?
— Gilgamesh
Can't lose this one!
— Terra
You have such sad eyes...
— Kefka
Gotta get stronger.
— Cloud
Are you gonna fight in that?
— Tifa
You having fun hurting others?
— Sephiroth
Will you teach me some tricks if I win?
— Squall
Stop treating me like a kid!
— Laguna
What's the point of stopping time?
— Ultimecia
You take compliments too well.
— Zidane
You call yourself a bard?
— Kuja
You can't fool around all the time.
— Tidus
I thought summoners had horns... 
— Yuna
You don't seem mature...
— Jecht
Don't underestimate me.
— Shantotto
You're older than you look...
— Prishe
Quit acting all grown up!
— Vaan
Did you gain anything from that hate?
— Gabranth
Maybe I'll pick up some pointers!
— Lightning
You can't steal my soul!
— Chaos
I'll win. I'm not alone!
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Light to All: Wisdom or Courage?
Terra: "Destroy...must destroy!"
Onion Knight: "I'm sure I can help if I..."
Light to All: Wisdom or Courage?
Cloud of Darkness: "What can a mere child do?"
Onion Knight: "You never know until you try!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Exdeath: "Prepare to disappear into the Void!"
Onion Knight: "That's it, time to take you out."
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Cloud of Darkness: "Show us your resolve."
Onion Knight: "I've decided to fight."
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
The Emperor: "Grovel before my unrivaled power!"
Onion Knight: "We have feelings too!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Garland: "There is no escaping the cycle!"
Onion Knight: "Even so, we'll fight!"
===In-battle dialogue===
Oh yeah!... One more!
— when using Extra Slice
Rain!... Dodge this!
— when using Swordshower
How's that!?
— when using Turbo-Hit
Not over yet!... This is it!
— when using Extra Lunge
You can't escape!... This is it!
— when using Guiding Swipe
Breath of ice!
— when using Blizzard
How's this!?
— when using Blizzaga
Shake!... Earth roar!
— when using Quake
Thunder!
— when using Thunder
Heaven's fury!
— when using Thundaga
Scorch!... Detonate!
— when using Flare
This!... There!... And this!
— when using Blade Torrent and connecting
This!... Wh-whoa!
— when using Blade Torrent and missing
Stars unite!... Burn it up!
— when using Comet
Singe!
— when using Firaga
Here I come!
— when using Wind Shear
Let's end this!
— when activating EX Mode
Now it begins.
— when EX Burst begins
The best is yet to come!
— when EX Burst is performed
Here I come!
— when Ninjitsu EX Burst is performed
Burn it up!
— when Spellbook EX Burst is performed
Think I was done?
— when activating EX Revenge
I'll help.
— when used as Assist
===Victory quotes===
Huh... that was to be expected.
Feeling good!
Haha... just as planned!
The outcome will never change.
Catched you off-guard?
I'm pretty good, huh?
I... won?
I was lucky.
===Loss quotes===
Huh? That's weird!
Ah... don't stare!
We just got started!
I tried so hard!
I wanna get stronger!
I can still fight!
Eh, sorry!
==Cloud of Darkness==
===Short battle intros===
We'll spare you the time to lose hope.
Such fragile foes.
Death. Destruction. Ruin.
The craving calls.
No second chances.
How annoying!
Destroying you will be worth-wile!
We will not... perish!
The darkness calls.
Begone!
Now, disappear!
We will crush your hopes.
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle.
We are unstoppable.
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle.
We've been waiting for this.
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
At last, destruction is upon us!
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
Light alone cannot defeat us.
— Warrior of Light
The cycle will end along with this world.
— Garland
Scatter like the petals of your rose.
— Firion
Wish to rule a dying world?
— The Emperor
Let us shroud the world in the Void!
— Onion Knight
Sleep in the eternal darkness.
— Cloud of Darkness
Your power wanes...
— Cecil
There is darkness within you.
— Kain
See the torrent of our power!
— Golbez
You'll pay dearly for your ignorance.
— Bartz
To desire the Void is but pointless.
— Exdeath
An intruder from the Rift?
— Gilgamesh
Even magic is meaningless against us.
— Terra
Your insanity lies beyond the Void.
— Kefka
Can you crawl your way out of despair?
— Cloud
You dare face us with bare hands?
— Tifa
You are but a false hero.
— Sephiroth
You face us with that bravado?
— Squall
Hehe, such a naive fool...
— Laguna
Disappear along with time itself!
— Ultimecia
Groveling will not help you now.
— Zidane
Puppet, dance to anxiety!
— Kuja
Existence is but a fleeting dream.
— Tidus
Try and summon us!
— Yuna
You will never be able to catch a cloud.
— Jecht
A power that disrupts harmony?
— Shantotto
We shall bind your limbs.
— Prishe
So your calling is meaningless to you.
— Vaan
Your hatred is darker than the abyss.
— Gabranth
Abandon hope along the way?
— Lightning
Harmony and discord will be swept away!
— Chaos
Such a pitiful rampage for a god.
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Treachery of the Gods: Clues
Cloud of Darkness: "Come. We will drown you in the darkness." 
Laguna: "Yeah, 'fraid I'm gonna hafta pass on that."
Treachery of the Gods: An Undocumented Battle
Cloud of Darkness: "You've chosen death. Now, let us see it!" 
Laguna: "Sure. I got your death right here."
Light to All: Wisdom or Courage?
Cloud of Darkness: "What can a mere child do?"
Onion Knight: "You never know until you try!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Cloud of Darkness: "Show us your resolve."
Onion Knight: "I've decided to fight."
===In-battle dialogue===
Attack.
— when using Tentacle of Pain
Devour.
— when using Tentacle of Pain or Tentacle of Scorn
Bite.
— when using Tentacle of Pain
Thrash about.
— when using Tentacle of Suffering
Go.
— when using Tentacle of Suffering or Tentacle of Spite
Assault.
— when using Tentacle of Suffering or Tentacle of Scorn
Surrender!
— when using Tentacle of Spite
Repent!
— when using Tentacle of Scorn
How galling.
— when using [Anti-air] Particle Beam
Flee if you can.
— when using [Long-range] Particle Beam
How futile!
— when using [Wrath] Particle Beam
Hmph.. Take this!
— when using [Feint] Particle Beam
Vanish.
— when using [Wide Angle] Particle Beam
Stand and perish!
— when using [Fusillade] Particle Beam
Perish!
— when using [0-form] Particle Beam
My spirit seethes!
— when activating EX Mode
True darkness!
— when EX Burst begins
Succumb to the darkness!
— when imperfect EX Burst is performed
Unleash the shadows!
— with perfect EX Burst execution
Impudence!
— when activating EX Revenge
You called?
— when used as Assist
Ugh! No...!
— final blow
===Victory quotes===
What were your intentions?
You dare face us with that strength?
That was effortless.
Hmph.
This will do.
Good and evil are powerless.
You're not even worth destroying.
To go through such trouble!
===Loss quotes===
Impossible, impossible!
The void is eternal.
It is time to rest...
We shall meet again.
The time has come...
We will not die!
That was a waste of time.
==Cecil==
===Short battle intros===
To victory!
I can't lose!
So, are you prepared for this?
I can't lose either!
My honor's on the line!
My courage drives me on!
— when opponent is stronger
Valor, empower me!
— when opponent is stronger
I... can still fight!
— when HP is low
It's not over till I fall!
— when HP is low
We are both courageous!
— when opponent is weaker
Don't push yourself!
— when opponent is weaker
Let's make this a fair fight!
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle.
I can't lose yet!
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle.
Everything's on the line...
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
It's an honor to fight you!
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
Your resolve is inspiring.
— Warrior of Light
Is the fight truly all there is?
— Garland
So be it, if this will help realize your dream.
— Firion
A soul cannot be tamed!
— The Emperor
I will face you as a fellow knight!
— Onion Knight
Light and darkness are my strength.
— Cloud of Darkness
I will overcome myself!
— Cecil
I won't hold back against you, Kain!
— Kain
There is no way I can lose!
— Golbez
I wish you'd show me your moves...
— Bartz
I will overcome the Void!
— Exdeath
Malice? No, this feeling is...
— Gilgamesh
Have courage, for your sake.
— Terra
People fight because they are lost...
— Kefka
First, trust in yourself.
— Cloud
Don't overexert yourself!
— Tifa
Right your misdeeds!
— Sephiroth
You should rely on your allies more.
— Squall
Now's the time to fight seriously.
— Laguna
The past does not bind you!
— Ultimecia
This duel should be enjoyable.
— Zidane
Your eloquence is misplaced.
— Kuja
You're an easy fellow to read.
— Tidus
I pray you use your power for good.
— Yuna
You're also pretty straightforward, aren't you?
— Jecht
You're pretty amazing for your size.
— Shantotto
Do you need something to eat?
— Prishe
Travelling the skies is no easy task.
— Vaan
Your mission isn't everything!
— Gabranth
That name suits you well.
— Lightning
You may be the one to pity the most.
— Chaos
I will not let the light or darkness sink into discord!
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Light to All: Guidance of the Moon
Exdeath: "Do you not think you are being deceived?"
Cecil: "You will not punish my brother!"
Light to All: Guidance of the Moon
Golbez: "I take it you're prepared!"
Cecil: "I will waver no more."
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Exdeath: "Prepare to disappear into the Void!"
Cecil: "I shall stay my course until the end!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Golbez: "Prove this "vow" of yours."
Cecil: "As you say, the bonds with my allies are my strength."
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
The Emperor: "Grovel before my unrivaled power!"
Cecil: "We will see Cosmos’s will through!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Garland: "There is no escaping the cycle!"
Cecil: "Yet we will continue on with our fight!"
===In-battle dialogue===
Forgive.
— when using Valiant Blow
Target!
— when using Shadow Lance
Darkness be with me!
— when using Dark Cannon
Halt!
— when using Gravity Ball or Paladin Arts
Guide me!
— when using Slash or Dark Step
Go.
— when using Lightning Rise
To the sky! Fleeting blade!
— when using Radiant Wings
Moon transfix you!
— when using Searchlight
Darkness!
— when missing with Soul Eater
Darkness! Drink of anguish!
— when using Soul Eater
Burn!
— when using Dark Flame
Dark wave!
— when using Shadow Bringer 
Beneath the light...comes judgment!
— when using Saint's Fall
Cleansing light!
— when using Paladin Force
Illuminate!
— when using Luminous Shard
Darkness!
— when using HP attack during chase (Dark Knight)
Beneath the light!
— when using HP attack during chase (Paladin)
I know my course!
— when activating EX Mode
This will seal it! The moon leads me!
— when EX Burst begins
Forgive... Darkness be with me!
— when imperfect EX Burst is performed
Light and darkness cast aloft! 
— with perfect EX Burst execution
I won't lose!
— when activating EX Revenge
You alright?
— when called as an Assist
===Victory quotes===
I will pray for you, at the least.
I have to focus.
May the moon light your path.
It seems I've gotten stronger!
— when opponent is stronger
I might've been lucky this time.
— when opponent is stronger
I... am pained as well..
— when opponent is weaker
I'm... still standing!
— when HP is low
That was a good fight!
— when in a party battle
===Loss quotes===
What am I lacking?
Deplorable...
My journey had just begun...
Was I too presumptuous?
— when opponent is stronger
I'm overmatched!
— when opponent is stronger
Kindness is not my weakness.
— when opponent is weaker
Sorry, everyone...
— when in a party battle
==Kain==
===Short battle intros===
You're out of luck.
Do you expect to win?
All those who challenge me will fall.
I will shoulder the burden.
Have you ridden yourself of regret?
Defeat is unacceptable.
— when opponent is stronger
Fleeing is not an option.
— when opponent is stronger
This, too, is the path I choose!
— when HP is low
I walk the path of trials.
— when HP is low
Out of the way.
Are you prepared?
Withdraw.
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle.
Leave this foe to me.
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle.
Hmph, I'm the trump card.
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
I will prevail.
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
An impressive will that never wavers...
— Warrior of Light
If I must fight forever, so be it.
— Garland
So you're set on fighting.
— Firion
I will choose whom to serve.
— The Emperor
If you insist, I'll not stop you.
— Onion Knight
My lance shall pierce the dark clouds!
— Cloud of Darkness
I'll not lose to you, Cecil.
— Cecil
I will surpass myself!
— Kain
I will not hesitate.
— Golbez
Surprising, that you would fear the skies.
— Bartz
If my sins were to disappear...
— Exdeath
I can't hand over this lance.
— Gilgamesh
Mistakes must be atoned for.
— Terra
Jesters are such eyesores...
— Kefka
Only one should bear a long shadow.
— Cloud
I see that you will not fall so easily.
— Tifa
A fallen hero, how regrettable...
— Sephiroth
Not the lone wolf, are you?
— Squall
Hard to tell if you are serious.
— Laguna
I've no wish to erase my past.
— Ultimecia
I carry nothing I wouldn't miss.
— Zidane
There's no end to my trials...
— Kuja
Why don't you test your luck against the sun?
— Tidus
Deliver your prayers to heaven.
— Yuna
Confident in aerial combat?
— Jecht
You call yourself a mage?
— Shantotto
Flee if you wish.
— Prishe
Are you aware the skies are merciless?
— Vaan
Just try to pass judgment on me.
— Gabranth
I will show you my strength if you wish.
— Lightning
I will end this all.
— Chaos
A battle with the world on the line... not bad.
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Treachery of the Gods: A New Threat
Kain: "Forgive me. I've no choice." 
Lightning: "Kain? What are you doing!?"
Treachery of the Gods: Indiscernible Truth
Exdeath: "So, you offer your life in exchange for theirs?"
Kain: "Of course not. I offer yours."
Side Story: My Road
Exdeath: "I am afraid that time runs short for you."
Kain: "Truly. Then let us make this quick."
===In-battle dialogue===
Got you!
— when using Lance Burst
Wind!
— when using Cyclone
Impale!
— when using Lance Barrage
Cower!
— when using Crashing Dive
Soar!
— when using Celestial Shooter
No escape!
— when using HP attack during chase
Here goes!
— when using Jump (low charge)
Flight!
— when using Jump (long charge)
Know my strength!
— when using Dragon's Fang
Lance of the covenant!
— when using Gungnir
Engrave! Dragon's fang!
— when using Rising Drive
Cross the heavens! Bow down!
— when using Sky Rave
Rumble!
— when using Lancet
Dragon's gift, to me!
— when entering EX Mode.
Let me ease your pain. Heavenward!
— when EX Burst begins
Dragon's grasp! Surrender yourself!
— when imperfect EX Burst is performed
Dragon's grasp! With all my strength! 
— with perfect EX Burst execution
I've returned to my senses!
— with alternate EX Burst execution
You dare?! 
— when activating EX Revenge
Hmph, leave it to me.
— when called as an Assist
===Victory quotes===
Turn to dust on this battlefield.
Rest where you lie.
Your levity is reprehensible.
You are no match for me.
What I begin, I finish.
Dragons, I offer this victory!
'Twas a conquest of will.
I will not forget this.
===Loss quotes===
I was careless...
Do not think this is over...
Unamusing...
Have I reached the end...?
I've shamed the dragoon's[sic]...
I have a quest to see through..!
Forgive me...!
==Golbez==
===Short battle intros===
I praise your courage, at least.
Bold actions come at a high price.
It would be foolish of me to lose.
Time to fight.
Come at me with all your might!
I shall not hold back myself!
— when opponent is stronger
What a troublesome foe...
— when opponent is stronger
I will not fall now.
— when HP is low
I have work to do.
— when HP is low
Face me anytime!
I shall play with you.
Must I show you?
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle.
I hunger for more...
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle.
Is this... also destiny?
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
I am your last obstacle!
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
May your light uphold harmony.
— Warrior of Light
Have you drowned in the battle and forgotten your will?
— Garland
Overcome your obstacles, grasp your dream.
— Firion
So you seek to reign without loyalty...
— The Emperor
Compensate for your innocence with courage!
— Onion Knight
Do you herald a storm?
— Cloud of Darkness
There are greater callings than justice.
— Cecil
Show me your true resolve!
— Kain
Can I overcome my misdeeds?
— Golbez
Continue your journey against any wind.
— Bartz
One can want, but never obtain the Void.
— Exdeath
Let me show you strength that rivals one of a warrior!
— Gilgamesh
Turn from destroyer to angel of hope!
— Terra
Destruction will be your downfall.
— Kefka
You should have found your answer by now.
— Cloud
See your volition through!
— Tifa
What did you gain from discarding your honor?
— Sephiroth
The lion claws its way back from the depths.
— Squall
Hmph, a lovable fool.
— Laguna
You are the one enslaved to time.
— Ultimecia
You should reflect at times.
— Zidane
Are not your songs mere pleasantry?
— Kuja
Is his shadow all you see?
— Tidus
If your mind is set, then see it through.
— Yuna
My, such an intrepid fellow.
— Jecht
Arrogance breeds negligence.
— Shantotto
You maintain such spirit in this crisis.
— Prishe
The heavens may not be so free.
— Vaan
What have you gained from such malice?
— Gabranth
Lay the foundation for your future.
— Lightning
I did not foresee fighting you.
— Chaos
I shall atone for your hatred.
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Light to All: Guidance of the Moon
Golbez: "I take it you're prepared!"
Cecil: "I will waver no more."
Light to All: A Treasure Hunt
Golbez: "How can you not see through false radiance?"
Bartz: "I'm not givin' this to you no matter what you say."
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Golbez: "Prove this "vow" of yours."
Cecil: "As you say, the bonds with my allies are my strength."
===In-battle dialogue===
Let us start... No mercy.
— when using Rising Wave
Let us start.
— when using Attack System or using HP attack during chase
No escape!... Allow me to give you something.
— when using Gravity Force
Come...A gift.
— when using Float System
Careless!... A gift.
— when using Gravity System
Endure this!
— when using Nightglow
Time to part... Farewell.
— when using Genesis Rock
Launch, activate! Shudder!
— when using Sector Ray
I'll erase you!
— when using Cosmic Ray
Can you keep up?
— when using Cosmic Ray (charged)
Creature of shadow!
— when activating EX Mode
Fight in earnest.
— when using Black Fang
Guide my inner shadow... Light and dark above...
— when EX Burst begins
I tire of this.
— when imperfect EX Burst is performed
Transcend the stars! 
— with perfect EX Burst execution
Very well.
— with alternate EX Burst execution
Impressive.
— enemy survives after using EX Burst
Enough!
— when activating EX Revenge
Withdraw!
— when used as Assist
===Victory quotes===
This is the difference between us.
You're still too naive.
Unfortunately for you, I lack restraint.
That was not a bad fight.
This, too, is fate.
There will always be somebody better than you.
You are an amateur for letting your guard down.
It is far too early to fall.
===Loss quotes===
That was a splendid fight.
I let a victory slip out of my grasp.
To be suppressed... Pitiful.
I lost as to be expected.
'Tis the fate of the feeble.
Is my struggle in vain?
Show me no mercy...
==Bartz==
===Short battle intros===
No time-outs in a duel.
A gentle wind's a-blowing!
Let's make this a great match.
I'm getting fired up!
I'm not gonna lose!
Oh yeah! I'm excited!
— when opponent is stronger
No holding back!
— when opponent is stronger
Alright, I'll get ya into shape.
— when opponent is weaker
This will be a breeze.
— when opponent is weaker
Could I be in a bind?
— when HP is low
Time to show what I'm made of!
— when HP is low
I can handle them myself!
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle.
I'll keep on winning, ya know!
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle.
Ehh, I'm tired of waiting.
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
Now for the title match!
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
You're not the only warrior of light here!
— Warrior of Light
Don't you get tired, fighting all the time?
— Garland
Let's take it easy now.
— Firion
Like they say, "You can't steal our freedom."
— The Emperor
Have fun while you can!
— Onion Knight
So, do you feed those snakes?
— Cloud of Darkness
You don't have to go hiding your face too.
— Cecil
No ambushing up in the clouds, okay?
— Kain
You're gonna get a headache, thinking too much.
— Golbez
How's about we have a staring contest?
— Bartz
Exdeath, let's do this!
— Exdeath
Don't go running off!
— Gilgamesh
It's no fun just standing around, right?
— Terra
What is it with you and destroying things?
— Kefka
"Not interested..." or whatever.
— Cloud'
Maybe I'll try fighting with my fists, too!
— Tifa
Aren't you afraid of that sword breaking?
— Sephiroth
C'mon, Squall, perk up!
— Squall
Wow! That's some arsenal you got there!
— Laguna
You gonna turn back time to... rejuvenate?
— Ultimecia
I can't lose to you, Zidane!
— Zidane
Maybe I should take up dancing too.
— Kuja
A ball game sounds like fun!
— Tidus
Fighting with a partner. . . 
— Yuna
Hm? You don't use a ball?
— Jecht
Gotta be careful not to trip over you.
— Shantotto
Sounds like you're the oldest one here
— Prishe
The skies are pretty scary if you ask me.
— Vaan
You wanna go looking for some fun?
— Gabranth
Don't think, just fight!
— Lightning
Let's see if you can handle everything I got!
— Chaos
It's time to return the wind to the world!
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Side Story: The Duel of Dreams
Gilgamesh: "How long I have waited, for this chance!"
Bartz: "Not sure what your deal is, but bring it on!"
Side Story: The Duel of Dreams!
Bartz: "How long I have waited, for this chance!"
Gilgamesh: "At last! Let battle be joined!"
Side Story: Singer of the End -2-
Bartz: "If you want a fight, get ready for a good one!"
Kuja: "Yes, no need for half measures."
Light to All: A Treasure Hunt
Golbez: "How can you not see through false radiance?"
Bartz: "I'm not givin' this to you no matter what you say."
Light to All: A Treasure Hunt
Exdeath: "There is nowhere to run."
Bartz: "I said I was taking you on!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Exdeath: "Prepare to disappear into the Void!"
Bartz: "Right after I get done with you!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
The Emperor: "Grovel before my unrivaled power!"
Bartz: "Try saying that after I’m through with you."
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Garland: "There is no escaping the cycle!"
Bartz: "There’s no way I’m running away now!"
===In-battle dialogue===
Ha! There it is!
— when using Rush Impact
There! Yeah, over!
— when using Hazard Raid
Get back here!... That's a wrap!
— when using Reel Impulse
Another one! Soar!
— when using Slide Shooter
Stay down!
— when using Blade Crash
Here.
— when using Holy
Darkness!... Drink of anguish!
— when using Soul Eater
Please.
— when using Flood
Here we go!
— when using Wind Shear
Cleansing light!
— when using Paladin Force
Scorch! Detonate!
— when using Flare
The wind is with me!
— when activating EX Mode
Here we go!
— when EX Burst begins
The four essences!
— when EX Burst is performed
Let's go... For a shining world!
— when EX Burst is performed
The wind is picking up!
— when activating EX Revenge
Just for a bit!
— when used as Assist
===Victory quotes===
You sure gave me a run for my gil!
Gotta show off a little right?
Come at me all you want, but I'll still win!
I just might be a genius!
— when opponent is stronger
Don't worry, everybody has a bad day!
— when opponent is stronger
Yeah! I'm on a roll!
— when opponent is weaker
The wind's blowing in my favor.
— when HP is low
Sorry, it was just dumb luck I tell ya!
— when in a party battle
===Loss quotes===
Ugh...
I'm not gonna croak so easily.
The wind's shifted...
You really overdid it.
— when opponent is stronger
Maybe I should go train.
— when opponent is stronger
I was too careless.
— when opponent is weaker
So, this is what it comes down to.
— when in a party battle
==Exdeath==
===Short battle intros===
Imbecile!
Show bravado while you still can.
Can you withstand my magic?
You dare face me knowing my strength?
All this way to be destroyed?
A perfect chance to hone my might!
— when opponent is stronger
A worthy opponent!
— when opponent is stronger
The Void beckons...
— when HP is low
A small storm to weather.
— when HP is low
Hehe... Amusing.
Time to settle this.
I have been waiting for this moment!
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle.
Approach and return to the Void!
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle.
It's too bad you had to meet me!
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
Time to end this!
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
Wander in a lightless wasteland!
— Warrior of Light
Surrender to the Void!
— Garland
Do not chase dreams, seek the Void.
— Firion
Only the Void can rule the world.
— The Emperor
What can an impotent child accomplish?
— Onion Knight
If only to return the world to what it was.
— Cloud of Darkness
A wavering spirit cannot defeat me.
— Cecil
What is it you seek by discarding trust?
— Kain
The Void is the ultimate magic!
— Golbez
Sink into the Void!
— Bartz
I shall overcome death and myself.
— Exdeath
Fall to the depths of the Rift!
— Gilgamesh
Let us destroy the world together!
— Terra
Destruction only leads to the Void.
— Kefka
Doubts and memories are frivolous.
— Cloud
Your vow and hopes will be swallowed by the Void!
— Tifa
Your past glory belongs to the Void.
— Sephiroth
Pitiful lion who knows but solitude.
— Squall
I shall take both love and friendship from you.
— Laguna
Past and future... all return to the Void!
— Ultimecia
Your tail trembles with fear.
— Zidane
Sink into the Void and surrender to peace.
— Kuja
Your callowness is pitiful.
— Tidus
Say your final prayers.
— Yuna
A cretin cannot control the Void!
— Jecht
A wielder of the dark arts have we?
— Shantotto
You house an immeasurable Void within you.
— Prishe
There is no answer to seek.
— Vaan
You cannot judge the Void!
— Gabranth
Do you fight of your own volition? Mwa-hahahaha!
— Lightning
The Void surpasses even discord!
— Chaos
Do not resist, you will disappear soon as well.
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Treachery of the Gods: Indiscernible Truth
Exdeath: "So, you offer your life in exchange for theirs?"
Kain: "Of course not. I offer yours."
Side Story: My Road
Exdeath: "I am afraid that time runs short for you."
Kain: "Truly. Then let us make this quick."
Light to All: Guidance of the Moon
Exdeath: "Do you not think you are being deceived?"
Cecil: "You will not punish my brother!"
Light to All: A Treasure Hunt
Exdeath: "There is nowhere to run."
Bartz: "I said I was taking you on!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Exdeath: "Prepare to disappear into the Void!"
Bartz: "Right after I get done with you!"
===In-battle dialogue===
Feel the Void!
— when using Sword Dance or Vaccum Wave after a block
Grovel!
— when using Black Hole
Imbecile!
— when using Vacuum Wave or after fourth hit from Sword Dance in EX mode
You are powerless!
— when using Hurricane
Think again!
— when using Mid Block/Protect Guard
Prepare yourself!
— when using High Block/Turn Guard
Death approaches!
— when using Delta Attack
Naive weakling!
— when using Almagest
You're all talk!
— when using any Almagest after a block
This is it!
— when using Grand Cross
Fall. No escape!
— alternate Maelstrom
Supreme power!
— when activating EX Mode
To the silent beyond!
— when EX Burst begins
Turtle!
— alternate EX Burst
This is it!
— when imperfect EX Burst is performed
Embrace the stillness of eternity...
— with perfect EX Burst execution
Futile!
— when using Delta Attack when called as an Assist or activating EX Revenge
Shall I assist?
— when used as an Assist
===Victory quotes===
A futile attempt at resisting is pointless!
An empty victory.
Show some attempt to resist!
Know the power of the Void!
Ultimate power!
Nothing surpasses the Void!
Mwa-ha-ha.
My magic was superior!
===Loss quotes===
An unacceptable outcome...
Will I rot here?
Falling to the likes of you!
Am I to return to the Void?
Was my power incomplete?
No! Not until the Void is mine!
This is not the end by any means!
==Gilgamesh==
===Short battle intros===
Muhaha, you have a lot a guts!
You should consider yourself lucky to face me!
Which sword should I stain with your blood?
Don't be eyeing my swords now.
Ah, the perfect chance to test my skills!
You're the one challenging a legend!
— when opponent is stronger
I won't go down easily!
— when opponent is stronger
Grr, come and get me already!
— when HP is low
Just you and me!
— when HP is low
Come and get some!
Eh-haha! You're all mine now!
The famed swordsman has arrived!
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle.
Yes, I feel your trust my comrades!
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle.
Huh, I thought I was being passed up.
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
Victory is all mine!
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
Ha! Your glare means nothing to me!
— Warrior of Light
An ever-changing gem? Don't mind if I do!
— Garland
Oh, you have a lot of weapons...
— Firion
Haha! You're quite the troublemaker yourself.
— The Emperor
I'll turn ya into onion rings, you pesky brat!
— Onion Knight
Proceeding blindly into a fog is nonsense!
— Cloud of Darkness
Show me that dark blade of yours!
— Cecil
Hm? What an interesting martial artist!
— Kain
You really oughta dress the part if you're a wizard!
— Golbez
Bartz! I've finally found you!
— Bartz
I'm not going back to the Rift!
— Exdeath
That's some serious anger... What are you?
— Gilgamesh
Whatsa matter with you? Wanna talk?
— Terra
Kefka Papala... It's too long!
— Kefka
Whoa! That's a huge sword!
— Cloud
There is no name to call me by, miss.
— Tifa
I want it! Gimme that sword!
— Sephiroth
Wow, a gunblade! You're a connoisseur!
— Squall
You tryin' to create an opening by making me laugh?
—Laguna
I'll wipe that makeup right off of you!
— Ultimecia
You plan to steal my blades, don't you?
— Zidane
How about if I sing a little song for you?
— Kuja
This isn't one of your stupid ball games!
— Tidus
Huh, I wouldn't mind being summoned by you!
— Yuna
Haha! I think we'll get along just fine!
— Jecht
You think you can keep laughing after facin' me?
— Shantotto
Ladies must act elegantly!
— Prishe
Impudent thief! I'll bring you to justice!
— Vaan
Your laws are meaningless in the Rift!
— Gabranth
Stop staring or I'm gonna fall for ya!
— Lightning
Hehe. Oh look! I have more arms than you.
— Chaos
I will defeat you, and become a living legend!
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Side Story: The Duel of Dreams
Gilgamesh: "How long I have waited, for this chance!"
Bartz: "Not sure what your deal is, but bring it on!"
Side Story: The Duel of Dreams!
Bartz: "How long I have waited, for this chance!"
Gilgamesh: "At last! Let battle be joined!"
===In-battle dialogue===
Fly away!
— when using Dual Thrust
Chop, chop! Not done yet!
— when using Cross Slash
Sky high! Crumble to dust!
— when using Whirlwind Slash
Tsubamegaeshi!
— when using Tsubamegaeshi
All done!
— when using Double Trouble
Fell for it! How was that?
— when using Jump
No excuses!
— when using Death Claw
Rocket Punch!
— when using Rocket Punch
Here I am!
— when using Sword Dance
Fire!
— when using Missile
Overwhelming force!
— when using Hurricane
Gilgamesh Morphing Time!
— when activating EX Mode
That's it!
— when EX Burst begins
Just kidding! This is far from the strongest of swords!
— when imperfect EX Burst is performed
I'm too good! 
— with perfect EX Burst execution
Missed!
— when using EX Revenge
Let me give ya a hand!
— with called as Assist
No waaaay!
— During the final blow
===Victory quotes===
Mwahahaha!
I applaud you for not giving up.
Hmph, don't cry on me now.
I wield the greatest sword there is!
Seems I've made yet another tall tale.
Let's meet again.
You are unfit to be my chosen rival!
Whoa, I thought I was a goner!
===Loss quotes===
*sobbing* Spare my life!
Ugh, farewell.
Huh? Did I choose the wrong sword?
You'll pay for this! *raspberry*
Mind if I cry?
No, this can't be!
Sorry, I-I'll train some more!
==Terra==
===Short battle intros===
Won't you, leave me be?
Why do you continue to fight?
No, I can't lose!
I have to be strong!
I cannot continue to waver.
I just have to believe in myself.
I'll give it my best.
I will fight, to the end!
Please let me go!
I have to fight.
Give me strength to carry on.
I can do this, with everyone.
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle.
I have to make it easier for everyone.
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle.
Hope is ours to carry on!
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
I'll use my powers for everyone!
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
I wish I could look straight ahead like you.
— Warrior of Light
I can't enjoy fighting. I just can't!
— Garland
This is scary, but I won't lose.
— Firion
Do you plan to rule through fear?
— The Emperor
I'm gonna... give it my all!
— Onion Knight
I won't let you erase our hope!
— Cloud of Darkness
So even with darkness, one can be kind.
— Cecil
Please don't be so hard on yourself.
— Kain
There will always be new dreams to follow!
— Golbez
Will I be free if I continue on my path?
— Bartz
My powers are not for harming others...
— Exdeath
I hope you find what you're looking for.
— Gilgamesh
Is that how my eyes look too?
— Terra
I am not a puppet!
— Kefka
If we can find the answers through battle...
— Cloud
I should stand up for something too.
— Tifa
Please find something to protect.
— Sephiroth
Aren't you frightened by progressing alone?
— Squall
You seem to have fun even when you're lost.
— Laguna
Our prayers will remain even if you stop time!
— Ultimecia
Why are you hesitating?
— Zidane
Are you hiding your true feelings?
— Kuja
Can I fight with the same vigor?
— Tidus
It feels as though we've met before...
— Yuna
You're like a big teddy bear.
— Jecht
Please don't destroy the world!
— Shantotto
I need the strength to protect everyone!
— Prishe
Don't worry about me, I can fight.
— Vaan
You have to have hope!
— Gabranth
I have to be grounded, too.
— Lightning
If your power tears us apart, I won't forgive you!
— Chaos
I will end this cycle of sadness and grief!
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Treachery of the Gods: Stern Eyes
Terra: "Soldier of Cosmos... Enemy!"
Vaan: "Am I really supposed to fight this girl?"
Light to All: Wisdom or Courage?
Terra: "Destroy...must destroy!"
Onion Knight: "I'm sure I can help if I..."
Light to All: The Chosen Path
Cloud: "Here goes, Terra."
Terra: "I don't want to hurt you!"
Light to All: The Chosen Path
Kefka: "You were such an excellent puppet."
Terra: "I won't let you destroy anymore!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Exdeath: "Prepare to disappear into the Void!"
Terra: "I want to know the truth, too."
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Kefka: "Destroy, destroy, destroy, DESTROY!"
Terra: "Are you being tormented too?"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
The Emperor: "Grovel before my unrivaled power!"
Terra: "Cosmos’s wishes live on inside us all!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Garland: "There is no escaping the cycle!"
Terra: "I will not give up!"
===In-battle dialogue===
Get away!
— when using Blizzara
Jolt!
— when using Thundara
Here!
— when using Holy or Holy Combo
Darkness of gravity!
— when using Graviga
Heaven's lament!
— when using Meteor
Magic!
— when using Firaga
Sorrowful waters!
— when using Flood
Malevolent winds!
— when using Tornado
Maybe this!
— when using Meltdown
With this power!
— when using Meltdown (charged)
O perfect light! I want to end this!
— when using Ultima
If I have to fight...
— when activating EX Mode
Please...
— when casting Flood during EX Mode
Protect me now!
— when double-casting Tornado(Ex Mode)
Let it end!
— when double-casting Meltdown when fully charged
No more running.
— when EX Burst begins
I can protect everything! 
— when EX Burst is being charged
I won't be defeated!
— with perfect EX Burst execution
I won't waver!
— when activating EX Revenge
I'll fight too!
— when used as an Assist
===Victory quotes===
I'm sorry, are you hurt?
Did I... do the right thing?
I can't stall just yet.
Yes, I can still fight!
Have I... progressed?
A wonderful future awaits.
I... I won.
There's something that I can't give up on.
===Loss quotes===
I... I can't fight anymore.
The future is so dark...
Did I waver?
May I take a rest?
But, I tried.
Please, don't let it end!
I'm sorry, it's all my fault!
==Kefka==
===Short battle intros===
Oh... just some scum.
Not gonna let you die quickly...
Hm... where should I start?
Time to deal out the hurt!
Oooh, a new plaything!
Did you come to be destroyed?
— when opponent is stronger
How long will you last?
— when opponent is stronger
I have no use for you!
— when HP is low
Now I can go crazy!
— when HP is low
Come and get me!
Too late for tears now!
Destruction to ALL!
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle.
Welcome to my one man show!
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle.
Your life's worth nothing.
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
There's the last lamb!
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
Don't go getting your eyebrows in a furrow.
— Warrior of Light
Retire already if you're so tired.
— Garland
Fields of flowers on the brain?
— Firion
Look at who I get to mess with next!
— The Emperor
It's time for children to go to bed.
— Onion Knight
Let's bury this ancient relic back into the ground.
— Cloud of Darkness
I hate half-baked cookies like you!
— Cecil
Well, look who it is, the traitor.
— Kain
The older one's half-baked too!
— Golbez
Are you a traveling comedian?
— Bartz
I'm... at a loss for words...
— Exdeath
I can show you the way to hell.
— Gilgamesh
I have no use for a rag doll.
— Terra
Now that's what I call a true work of art!
— Kefka
Mistaked tight-lipped for being cool?
— Cloud
My, what a rude missy!
— Tifa
You are dangerous on so many levels.
— Sephiroth
You are sure talkative... in your head.
— Squall
Would you look at this clown?
— Laguna
Using time to get rid of those wrinkles?
— Ultimecia
Gimme back my heart, please?
— Zidane
Am I gonna see another hissy fit?
— Kuja
Why don't you go hang ten?
— Tidus
Would ya summon the Destroyer? Pretty please?
— Yuna
Look at what the cat dragged in.
— Jecht
You're older than me?
— Shantotto
Relax, just destroy everything!
— Prishe
You can't... read between the lines?
— Vaan
Want to go home with me, Fido?
— Gabranth
A female swordsman? Unbearable.
— Lightning
Power of discord? Don't mind if I do!
— Chaos
Hehehehe... It's showtime!
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Treachery of the Gods: Stern Eyes
Kefka: "You're about to learn why 'oppose' rhymes with 'dispose'!"
Vaan: "Always happy to take out the trash!"
Treachery of the Gods: An Undocumented Battle
Kefka: "Whaddaya say ya give me back that thing of mine you borrowed?"
Vaan: "Why don't you try and take it?"
Light to All: The Chosen Path
Kefka: "You were such an excellent puppet."
Terra: "I won't let you destroy anymore!"
Light to All: Trust
Kefka: "Ohhh, I'm not in the mood."
Zidane: "Don't get cheeky with me!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Kefka: "Destroy, destroy, destroy, DESTROY!" 
Terra: "Are you being tormented too?"
===In-battle dialogue===
Freeze!
— when using Twisty-Turny Blizzaga
Zappo!
— when using Lickity-Split Thundaga
Dance, dance!
— when using Zap-Trap Thundaga
You'll be well done!
— when using Extra-Crispy Firaga
Take this!
— when using Waggle-Wobbly Firaga
Come on, come on, come on!
— when using Scatter Spray Blizzaga
Be careful!
— when using Ultima
Don't mess with me!
— when using Havoc Wing
This is gonna hurt! Did I get him? (Note, sometimes "This is gonna hurt!" is omitted)
— when using Trine
Special delivery!
— when using Hyperdrive (short charge)
What a rush!
— when using Hyperdrive (long charge)
Whad'ya think of this? Does it hurt? DOES IT!?
— when using Forsaken
Watch this!
— when activating EX Mode
Be careful! Watch this...
— when EX Burst begins
Whad'ya think of this? Come on, come on, come on!
— when imperfect EX Burst is performed
It's filling me up! That was titillating...
— with perfect EX Burst execution
Not gonna work!
— when activating EX Revenge
Call for a clown?
— when used as Assist
Inconceivable...
— final blow
===Victory quotes===
Maybe I was too strong?
This is why I can't stop!
Lick the dirt off my shoes!
Come back soon!
You're makin' me blush...
I am the BEST!
Hehe boy, I am hot!
It's fun to be nearly killed, huh?
— when low on HP
===Loss quotes===
HA! How dull...
I WILL pay you back for this.
Huh? I can't move?
I'll pay you back... with interest.
You didn't have to get serious!
On the contrary! I was the one broken.
I'm sorry! Let me go...
==Cloud==
===Short battle intros===
What a depressing job.
— when opponent is weaker
You sure?
— when opponent is weaker
Let me test you.
Guess there's no getting around this.
I can't lose this fight.
Looks like I'm in trouble here.
— when opponent is stronger
You don't seem like an ordinary foe.
— when opponent is stronger
I'm gonna do... what I can.
— when HP is low
How dare you.
— when HP is low
Ready?
Are you ready for this?
I can handle this.
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle.
I have to continue on.
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle.
You can count on me.
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
You can leave the rest to me.
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
No time to doubt, huh?
— Warrior of Light
Are your memories real?
— Garland
This is the only weapon I need.
— Firion
You look like you got it all figured out.
— The Emperor
Keep your goals high.
— Onion Knight
A visible darkness does not frighten me.
— Cloud of Darkness
So darkness may not be evil...
— Cecil
Can sins be redeemed?
— Kain
Do you have any doubts?
— Golbez
I'm glad you're having fun.
— Bartz
If it's the Void you want, it's the Void you get.
— Exdeath
Who are you?
— Gilgamesh
You're over your fears now, right?
— Terra
What's so funny?
— Kefka
Not you again.
— Cloud
To see the day when we must fight...
— Tifa
Let's end this.
— Sephiroth
You sure have a lively lot with you.
— Squall
I don't sense any anger from you.
— Laguna
I'm not interested in your plans.
— Ultimecia
I don't plan on playing any games.
— Zidane
You can still proceed, even with doubts.
— Kuja
Is there anything you regret?
— Tidus
You sure have a solid resolve.
— Yuna
So you're fighting for him.
— Jecht
You're a small target...
— Shantotto
Don't you have any doubts?
— Prishe
You need more than ambition.
— Vaan
Don't ignore your own doubts.
— Gabranth
So you're a true warrior.
— Lightning
However long it takes.
— Chaos
I can't ride along on your road to ruin.
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Side Story: Unexpected Fulfillment -2-
Sephiroth: "Saving your enemies from your friends?"
Cloud: "You're no friend of mine!"
Light to All: Beyond Doubt
Firion: "Give me all you got, Cloud!"
Cloud: "Time to see... what you're made of."
Light to All: Beyond Doubt
Sephiroth: "You fight, not knowing the truth?"
Cloud: "Enough talk, let's go."
Light to All: The Chosen Path
Cloud: "Here goes, Terra."
Terra: "I don't want to hurt you!
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Exdeath: "Prepare to disappear into the Void!"
Cloud: "I'm not fighting just to fade away."
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Sephiroth: "I'll lead you to true despair."
Cloud: "I've got enough on my plate."
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
The Emperor: "Grovel before my unrivaled power!"
Cloud: "You cannot control our hopes."
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Garland: "There is no escaping the cycle!"
Cloud: "I will put an end to this fight."
===In-battle dialogue===
There... Ha! Over here!
— when using Climhazzard
Burn!
— when using Fire, Fira, or Firaga
...Weak.
— when using Slashing Blow (Down)
...Go!
— when using Slashing Blow (Up)
You're gone!
— when using Blade Beam
Stars, rain down!
— when using Meteorain
This... is it!
— when using Finishing Touch
This ends here!... No hard feelings.
— when using Omnislash Version 5
Give me strength!
— when activating EX Mode
This is it.
— when EX Burst is performed
Breaking my limit!... This is it.
— with perfect EX Burst execution
I need this power!
— when using EX Revenge
I'll help!
— when called as an Assist
===Victory quotes===
What a sour note...
— when opponent is weaker
You cannot defeat me.
Is this what you had in mind?
I won.
You're out of luck.
Don't mess with me.
— when opponent is stronger
Figures. What a pain.
— when opponent is stronger
A win is a win.
— when HP is low
===Loss quotes===
I'm burnt out.
Is this... the end of the line?
You see? I'm no hero.
Do as you wish.
I was too reckless...
You're kidding me.
How could this happen?
==Tifa==
===Short battle intros===
Sorry if this stings a little!
— when opponent is weaker
This'll be a nice warmup!
— when opponent is weaker
I'll show you Zangan's secret technique!
Mock me and I'll squash you!
Sorry, but I won't hold back.
You're strong...I can tell.
— when opponent is stronger
Calm down...deep breaths.
— when opponent is stronger
No...I can't get timid now.
— when HP is low
Someone say it's gonna be okay...!
— when HP is low
Alright, let's go!
— when opponent's HP is low
I'm gonna win!
— when opponent's HP is low
You're not gonna get careless fighting me, right?
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle.
Not yet, I'm just getting started.
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle.
Don't worry, just leave it to me!
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
Everyone's thoughts...are here with me!
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
I get the whole serious act, but don't overdo it.
— Warrior of Light
I will blow your cycle out of the water!
— Garland
Stop grumbling! Let's go!
— Firion
There's no world for you to rule!
— The Emperor
Good luck, little knight.
— Onion Knight
I don't need two cloudy skies!
— Cloud of Darkness
I won't hold back, ya know!
— Cecil
I wish that you'd believe in me more!
— Kain
I'll punch a hole in that armor of yours!
— Golbez
Hey, could you try giving HIM some of your pep?
— Bartz
Can you keep up with me, ya big oaf?
— Exdeath
Sorry, but I don't carry any weapons.
— Gilgamesh
Don't rush to find answers, okay?
— Terra
What are you laughing at?
— Kefka
Guess, we have to fight, don't we?
— Cloud
What would I gain from this?
— Tifa
I'll beat you and get all my memories back!
— Sephiroth
You won't get anywhere if you keep quiet!
— Squall
So, can you handle my punches too?
— Laguna
Just back off, you old witch!
— Ultimecia
What are you looking at? Focus!
— Zidane Tribal
I'm "not interested" in your music.
— Kuja
You know, you can't win just by being upbeat!
— Tidus
I'm going to keep my promise, just like you!
— Yuna
It's fist to fist! Let's go!
— Jecht
Can you handle my punches?
— Shantotto
You're gonna be fun to play with!
— Prishe
I think being too naive is a problem too. . . 
— Vaan
You're not the only one who has their doubts...
— Gabranth
I just have to get stronger than you!
— Lightning
I'll beat you down as much as I need to.
— Chaos
Our home is worth fighting for!
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Side Story: Unexpected Fulfillment -1-
Tifa: "You don't even tell a girl your name before you stab her?"
Sephiroth: "You don't remember me. How very tragic."
Treachery of the Gods: Ally
Ultimecia: "You'll be rejoining your allies soon."
Tifa: "Yeah, soon as I'm done with you!"
Treachery of the Gods: An Undocumented Battle
Ultimecia: "Throwing away a life once spared."
Tifa: "Who said I was?"
===In-battle dialogue===
Over!
— when using Beat Rush
Take that!
— when using Waterkick
Take off!
— when using Dolphin Blow
Wintery breath.
— when using Blizzard, Blizzara, or Blizzaga
This'll hurt!
— when using Falcon's Dive
Here goes!
— when using HP attack during chase
This is it... Take this!
— when using Burning Arrow
Planet's power... Burst!
— when using Meteor Crusher
Don't move! ...Huh?
— when using Rolling Blaze (miss)
Don't move! ...See ya!
— when using Rolling Blaze (hit)
Now!
— when using Meteodrive
Here goes! Knockout!
— when using Meteor Strike
Time to get serious!
— when entering EX Mode
Are you ready?
— when EX Burst begins
My thoughts empower me.
— when EX Burst is being charged
Breaking my limits!... Feels like you're flying, doesn't it?
— with perfect EX Burst execution
Breaking my limits!... Words aren't the only way to convey your feelings.
— with alternate EX Burst execution
Now I'm mad!
— when using EX Revenge
Let me help!
— when called as an Assist
===Victory quotes===
That was rather underwhelming.
— when opponent is weaker
Let's spar again when you're stronger.
You need to train more! Just kidding.
— when opponent is weaker
Ahh...All done.
Think I got a little stronger again... 
I wonder if this is what people call a miracle...?
— when opponent is stronger
Looks like my training paid off!
— when opponent is stronger
Ah...that was a close call!
— when HP is low
===Loss quotes===
Ugh...carelessness is an enemy...
I guess I'm...out of my league...
Talk about demoralizing...
I knew I didn't stand a chance...
— when opponent is stronger
There was...just no way...
I can't stop at a place like this...
I'm sorry...it's all my fault...!
==Aerith==
===In-battle dialogue===
I'm here!
— when called as Assist.
Be strong!
— when using Cure.
Behave!
— when using Seal Evil.
Planet's embrace!
— when using Planet Protector.
Please... lend us your strength!
— when using Holy.
==Sephiroth==
===Short battle intros===
A perfect fencing dummy.
— when opponent is weaker
Foolish child.
— when opponent is weaker
Come then.
Any last words?
I'll give you a lasting memory.
You'll become a memory.
My blood boils...
— when opponent is stronger
Will this be challenging...
— when opponent is stronger
I fear not death.
— when HP is low
I've already seen hell.
— when HP is low
Let us begin
This is really beneath me...
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle.
A fate of endless battle...
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle.
An unfortunate matching...
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
Let us see who is the best warrior.
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
Light shall be laid to rest here.
— Warrior of Light
Enchained to the cycle.
— Garland
Flowers wilt in but an instant.
— Firion
I am the ruler of the planet!
— The Emperor
A hero of prophecy falls eventually.
— Onion Knight
A cloud with no will bores me.
— Cloud of Darkness
Light and darkness always clash.
— Cecil
Your tricks cannot change fate.
— Kain
Do you still yearn for the light?
— Golbez
Are you a child?
— Bartz
I shall rob you even of your Void.
— Exdeath
A petty ghost from the Rift. . .
— Gilgamesh
Just destroy everything.
— Terra
Die laughing.
— Kefka
All you know could be an illusion.
— Cloud
Your hero is nowhere in sight.
— Tifa
A clone... or are you?
— Sephiroth
"Solitude" isn't heroism.
— Squall
Some don't have a care in the world.
— Laguna
You should let go of your past.
— Ultimecia
There is no where to return home to.
— Zidane
Despair will lead to your end.
— Kuja
I'll wake you from your dream.
— Tidus
I shall crush your prayers.
— Yuna
Seems I do not have to hold back.
— Jecht
At least you'll help me kill the time.
— Shantotto
You will know what true "terror" is.
— Prishe
Only despair waits in the clouds.
— Vaan
One who lives an endless nightmare.
— Gabranth
You are also a cursed warrior.
— Lightning
Is that all? You can do better than that.
— Feral Chaos
Even a god gives in to despair.
— Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Side Story: Unexpected Fulfillment -1-
Tifa: "You don't even tell a girl your name before you stab her?"
Sephiroth: "You don't remember me. How very tragic."
Side Story: Unexpected Fulfillment -2-
Sephiroth: "Saving your enemies from your friends?"
Cloud: "You're no friend of mine!"
Light to All: Beyond Doubt
Sephiroth: "You fight, not knowing the truth?"
Cloud: "Enough talk, let's go."
Light to All: Champions of Her Will
Sephiroth: "Do you seek a reason for this battle?"
Warrior of Light: "I mustn't stop now!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Sephiroth: "I'll lead you to true despair."
Cloud: "I've got enough on my plate."
===In-battle dialogue===
Slow.
— when using Reaper
Fool.
— when using Shadow Flare
Dodge this... Here.
— when using Fervent Blow 
You look good.
— when using Sudden Cruelty
Ready?
— when using Oblivion or using HP attack during chase
Fly... Not there.
— when using Godspeed
Vanish.
— when using Transience
Cut... Vanish.
— when using Octaslash
Fear not.
— when using Scintilla
Go!
— when using Black Materia
Too late for laments.
— when using Black Materia (full charge)
To the promised land.
— when using Hell's Gate
It's time.
— when activating EX Mode
I'll lead you.
— when Heartless Angel is performed
I bring you despair... Ruination to all.
— with perfect EX Burst execution
Finish. 
— when activating EX Revenge
It's just a whim.
— when used as an Assist
I'll fall into the shadows.
— final blow
===Victory quotes===
Know your place.
What an empty victory.
— when HP is low.
You have done well.
Do not despair.
I am a cut above you.
That was entertaining...
Pitiful fool...
— when opponent is weaker.
Hmph, I was expecting more..
— when opponent is stronger.
===Loss quotes===
I've been... defeated.
Grr... defeated.
Lose to you?
Is this the planet's response?
Am I soft?
How did I lose?
You would pity me?
==Squall==
===Short battle intros===
Just bring it!
— when opponent is weaker
I won't lose to you.
— when opponent is weaker
I just believe in myself.
I do things my way.
Strength and solitude are side by side.
I might have to get dirty for this one.
— when opponent is stronger
There's no other way than to blow ahead.
— when opponent is stronger
I can't turn back now.
— when HP is low
You can break my talons, not my fangs.
— when HP is low
You're my prey?
I'll do my best.
Hurry up, the line's getting rowdy.
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle.
I'll beat anyone who gets in my way.
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle.
So this is the luck of the draw.
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
The throne is on the line.
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
I can fight without light.
— Warrior of Light
I understand your solitude.
— Garland
How can you be so honest?
— Firion
Don't get in my way.
— The Emperor
What an annoying brat.
— Onion Knight
Clouds oughta just float by.
— Cloud of Darkness
You're too kindhearted.
— Cecil
You're either my enemy, or you're not.
— Kain
Oh geez, another lecture?
— Golbez
Would you stop fidgeting?
— Bartz
You're not being rational here.
— Exdeath
I need but one blade.
— Gilgamesh
Even with all that power, you're still afraid?
— Terra
This guy's insane.
— Kefka
Talk is pointless for the both of us.
— Cloud
I have no interest in being lectured.
— Tifa
Seems like you're clueless too.
— Sephiroth
If you are me, then you understand.
— Squall
This guy's like a bad dream. 
— Laguna
Time's up, you're history!
— Ultimecia
Quit monkeying around.
— Zidane
Can you survive without a cause?
— Kuja
Would you calm down a little bit?
— Tidus
Can't you fight alone?
— Yuna
I'll never be as carefree as you.
— Jecht
Can I graduate if I beat you?
— Shantotto
You know about solitude.
— Prishe
You're hard to deal with...
— Vaan
I don't need anyone to judge me.
— Gabranth
Seems you're no ordinary soldier.
— Lightning
There's no need to have a fit.
— Chaos
You don't get to decide the end for us.
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Side Story: Singer of the End -2-
Squall: "Typical dirty Chaos trick."
Kuja: "I'll take that as a compliment."
Resolve for Seclusion
Kuja: "Behave and let me catch you."
Squall: "What an annoying guy."
Resolve for Seclusion
Warrior of Light: "Have you no trust in your ally?"
Squall: "I don't need to be lectured by you."
Resolve for Seclusion
Ultimecia: "A path of tepid solitude."
Squall: "I'm gonna go at you full-force."
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Exdeath: "Prepare to disappear into the Void!"
Squall: "I will not be released by you."
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Ultimecia: "Now, dissolve into my world."
Squall: There's no such thing as "your world.""
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
The Emperor: "Grovel before my unrivaled power!"
Squall: "Your powers were meant to be crushed!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Garland: "There is no escaping the cycle!"
Squall: "I’ll break those chains that bind you."
===In-battle dialogue===
Left, right... That your best?
— when using Solid Barrel
Gotcha!
— when using Fusillade or Mystic Flurry
This is it.
— when using Heel Crush or using HP attack during chase
There!... Going down!
— when using Beat Fang
Dead end!
— when using Fire Barret
Take this.
— when using Fated Circle
How do you like this?
— when using Blasting Zone
This is...the end!
— when using Revolver Drive
You're gone!
— when using Aerial Circle
Lion's heart!
— when activating EX Mode
Don't make me laugh.
— when EX Burst begins
Here goes... Mission accomplished.
— when EX Burst is performed
Lions prevail!
— when activating EX Revenge
Stay alert!
— when used as an Assist
===Victory quotes===
Try and catch up to me.
I can fight so long as I survive.
I'll take you on anytime.
What a stupid mission.
— when opponent is stronger
What's the matter, let your guard down?
— when opponent is stronger
You should know this is war.
— when opponent is weaker
I will continue my fight.
— when HP is low
I'm used to big fish.
— when in a party battle
===Loss quotes===
No!
I... I lost?
I swore I would stick to my guns...
Did I bring this on myself?.
— when opponent is stronger
I misjudged you....
— when opponent is stronger
This must have bored you.
— when opponent is weaker
It was... my fault.
— in a party battle
==Laguna==
===Short battle intros===
I'm probably gonna win!
Just leave it to me.
Hey now, don't scowl so much.
Don't know 'til you try.
— when opponent is stronger
Well, you got my attention now.
— when opponent is stronger
Ha ha, got a case of the jitters?
— when opponent is weaker
Have you thought this through?
— when opponent is weaker
My - my leg's not cramped!
— when HP is low
Time to stand firm, yup!
— when HP is low
Let's have some fun!
Alright, fight me!
Well, time for me to start my run.
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle.
Alright, feeling good.
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle.
No problem, I'll deal with this.
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
Just sit back and watch how a real man fights.
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
You're really gonna fight with just a sword?
— Warrior of Light
I'd rather interview you than fight you.
— Garland
No use in obsessing now!
— Firion
Your highness, don't fall for your own traps.
— Emperor
Time to play with Uncle Laguna!
— Onion Knight
Oh no. Not good. Focus, Laguna.
— Cloud of Darkness
Attack me however you want.
— Cecil
Don't fly too high and bonk your head.
— Kain
Hey dude, keeping secrets isn't cool.
— Golbez
You starting your impersonation show?
— Bartz
Passion can't be erased for good, y'know.
— Exdeath
You know, you might want to calm down a little.
— Gilgamesh
Come on, cheer up! Don't look so gloomy.
— Terra
Soooo, guess I better get serious.
— Kefka
Hey, I can be cool too, y'know!
— Cloud
Looking good, fighting with your fists!
— Tifa
Heroes sure come in many flavors.
— Sephiroth
Come at me with a bang!
— Squall
Maybe I oughta try that look next.
— Laguna
Guess I can't let a witch off the hook.
— Ultimecia
I'll tie that tail of yours into a knot!
— Zidane
Let me sing you a song.
— Kuja
You're on fire inside, aren't cha kid?
— Tidus
I know how it feels wanting to protect others too.
— Yuna
Wonder if I can be a good old man, too?
— Jecht
Hey now, I don't want to take a test.
— Shantotto
Grow up. I'm gonna win.
— Prishe
Would you just stand still?
— Vaan
Seems your armor's not the only weight on your shoulders...
— Gabranth
Hey, you don't have to be so uptight.
— Lightning
You have a lot of troubles too, huh?
— Chaos
Maybe I should believe in this "courage" stuff!
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Treachery of the Gods: Clues
Cloud of Darkness: "Come. We will drown you in the darkness." 
Laguna: "Yeah, 'fraid I'm gonna hafta pass on that."
Treachery of the Gods: An Undocumented Battle
Cloud of Darkness: "You've chosen death. Now, let us see it!" 
Laguna: "Sure. I got your death right here."
===In-battle dialogue===
There you go!
— when using Machine Gun
Go, go, go!
— when using Missile Barrage
Set!
— when using Electroshield
Fire in the hole!
— when using Sticky Bomb
Look out!
— when using Ricochet Shot
Hey you!
— when using Ricochet Shot (charged)
Fire!
— when using Homing Bazooka
Here!
— when using Shotgun
This'll hurt!
— when using Shotgun (charged)
Get 'em!
— when using Ragnarok Blade
Time to unload!
— when using Ragnarok Buster
Bombs away!
— when using Satellite Laser
This'll be a blast. . . Woo-hoo!
— when using Split Laser
Set! How's that?!
— when using HP attack during chase
You've awakened the genius!
— when activating EX Mode
Now it's a party!
— when activating EX Burst
Go, go, go!
— when performing EX Burst 
Wasn't that a blast?
— when imperfect EX Burst is performed
The greatest attack ever!
— with perfect EX Burst execution
You're getting the Cuchi-cuchi treatment!
— with alternate EX Burst execution
That does it!
— when using EX Revenge
Don't get your hopes up!
— when called as an Assist
Quit dodging!
— when using Satellite Laser when called as an Assist
It's over!
— when using Ragnarok Blade when called as an Assist
Nnnnnnooooooo!
— finishing blow
===Victory quotes===
Now, let's go for the next one!
Whoo, that was fun!
Whew, just as planned!
Just...try again tomorrow.
I think you did alright.
Alright!
Hey, don't take it so hard!
Okay, I'll let you off!
===Loss quotes===
Time for a quick rest!
Aw, man!
Don't care...don't care at all!
Huh...guess I'm off my game...
Augh, outta bullets!
Son of a gun, I'm not down yet!
Dammit...sorry...
==Ultimecia==
===Short battle intros===
Drown into evanescence!
Fall into eternal slumber.
Witness the power of time.
Fate does not smile upon you.
The past, present and future ends here.
You would oppose a witch?
— when opponent is stronger
I will teach you true fear.
— when opponent is stronger
A folly of time.
— when HP is low
Time to show my true power.
— when HP is low
Wither away obediently.
A waste of my time.
Let me show you the powers of a witch.
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle.
You should have fled.
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle.
I will negate all existence.
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
Done already?
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
The past and future eventually fade...
— Warrior of Light
Afraid of an unsatiated desire?
— Garland
Dreams are meant to be broken.
— Firion
You are merely the pawn of a god.
— The Emperor
Why don't you go home.
— Onion Knight
Will you be able to entertain me?
— Cloud of Darkness
One cannot escape the chains of time!
— Cecil
You plan to oppose me?
— Kain
You suppose you can change fate?
— Golbez
This is not a game.
— Bartz
Return to the Void yourself.
— Exdeath
An unrefined stray.
— Gilgamesh
It's okay to cry.
— Terra
Seems you're in a rush to die.
— Kefka
Memories are but tricks of time
— Cloud
What an awful Tomboy.
— Tifa
Glory fades away into history.
— Sephiroth
Can you fight alone?
— Squall
Could it be that you're short-handed?
— Laguna
A witch has many faces, my dear.
— Ultimecia
Behave and die.
— Zidane
A poor loser is unseemly.
— Kuja
I'll drown you in the flow of time.
— Tidus
You seem to have resolve.
— Yuna
Seems you've left some memories in the past.
— Jecht
You shall fortify my powers.
— Shantotto
Your time is frozen as well.
— Prishe
Now's your chance to flee.
— Vaan
A shameful would-be martyr.
— Gabranth
Pointless struggle is so unsightly.
— Lightning
Discord is but a child born from time
— Chaos
A time of madness... how pitiful.
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Treachery of the Gods: Ally
Ultimecia: "You'll be rejoining your allies soon."
Tifa: "Yeah, soon as I'm done with you!"
Treachery of the Gods: An Undocumented Battle
Ultimecia: "Throwing away a life once spared."
Tifa: "Who said I was?"
Resolve for Seclusion
Ultimecia: "A path of tepid solitude."
Squall: "I'm gonna go at you full-force."
Light to All: Champions of Her Will
Ultimecia: "And I went out of my way to warn you."
Warrior of Light: "I needn't a foe's advice."
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Ultimecia: "Now, dissolve into my world."
Squall: There's no such thing as "your world.""
===In-battle dialogue===
There.
— when using Knight's Blade
Slash.
— when using Knight's Blade (charged)
Here.
— when using Knight's Axe 
Right through!
— when using Knight's Arrow
How's this?
— when using Knight's Arrow (charged) or using HP attack during chase
Destruction.
— when using Knight's Spear
On your knees!
— when using Knight's Spear (charged)
Deep despair... What are you looking at?
— when using Shockwave Pulsar
This will be painful... Pathetic.
— when using Great Attractor
There is no running from this pain... Regret awaits.
— when using Apocalypse
Absolute denial! End of existence.
— when using Hell's Judgment
Come, Griever!
— when activating EX Mode
Time!
— when using Time Crush
Time! Playtime is over!... Eternal sleep.
— when EX Burst is performed
Is that all?
— when activating EX Revenge 
Shall I lend a hand?
— when called as an Assist
...Huh...ugh.
— final blow
===Victory quotes===
Regret will not turn back time.
How underwhelming...
At least that killed time.
Pain is the due a witch seeks.
— when HP is low
What a boring outing that was.
— when opponent is stronger
I am the only one who is truly eternal.
— when opponent is stronger
Cry yourself into sorrow.
— when opponent is weaker
I shall remember that face of yours.
— in a party battle
===Loss quotes===
You will resist fate?
Time is fading...
Is this a trick?
Luck was not on my side, that's all.
A fault in time...
I will not accept this.
Ugh... not yet!
==Zidane==
===Short battle intros===
Don't overdo it.
This is gonna be quick!
So, shall we get started?
I'm going all in!
Stay sharp now!
Fine by me, I'll take you on!
— when opponent is stronger
I don't feel like losing!
— when opponent is stronger
I can't, I can't run off.
— when HP is low
Can't kick the bucket yet!
— when HP is low
Come on!
I'll take you on!
Gotta put my best foot forward.
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle.
Two against one, is fine by me!
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle.
I'm gonna steal a win!
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
Alright, now for the clincher!
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
This is gonna be a flashy show.
— Warrior of Light
I'm tired of your song and dance!
— Garland
Can't steal their hearts if you don't take the initiative.
— Firion
You're not fit to be a ruler.
— The Emperor
Wisdom and quibbling are two different things.
— Onion Knight
You sure are impressive, in more ways than one.
— Cloud of Darkness
Holding back isn't really kindness, ya know.
— Cecil
How long can you keep up the cool-guy act?
— Kain
I think you're a good brother, old man.
— Golbez
I'll steal this win from under your nose.
— Bartz
Little flamboyant to be talking about the Void.
— Exdeath
Hehe, which one should I take first?
— Gilgamesh
I'm not feeling this, but I won't hold back.
— Terra
Jesters can't play the lead role!
— Kefka
Fighting without thinking's fun, ya know.
— Cloud
Headstrong and skimpy, I like it!
— Tifa
Think you're going overboard with the whole mysterious bit.
— Sephiroth
If you have something to say, spit it out!
— Squall
No stopping for your leg cramps!
— Laguna
You should take things nice and slow.
— Ultimecia
It's what's on the inside that counts!
— Zidane
I won't let you run a one-man show!
— Kuja
Don't get nervous and drop the ball.
— Tidus
Turn that frown upside down!
— Yuna
You are some childish geezer!
— Jecht
Think I'll pass on the "test subject" offer.
— Shantotto
A foul mouth's a part of the charm.
— Prishe
Just how easy-going can you get?
— Vaan
Try going easy on yourself.
— Gabranth
Hey Light, would you go easy on me?
— Lightning
Oh, this is going to take forever...
— Chaos
We're not going home "someday." We're going now!
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Side Story: Singer of the End -2-
Zidane: "You can't be serious about this!"
Kuja: "You should probably run before you no longer can."
Light to All: Trust
Kefka: "Ohhh, I'm not in the mood."
Zidane: "Don't get cheeky with me!"
Light to All: Trust
Garland: "Know your limits, boy!"
Zidane: "Hey, I'd look bad if I lost, right?"
Light to All: Trust
Kuja: "This is a tragedy, you know?"
Zidane: "Then I'm gonna rewrite the script!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Exdeath: "Prepare to disappear into the Void!"
Zidane: "Like hell if I take a curtain call here!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Kuja: "Now for the final act!"
Zidane: "No encores for this show!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
The Emperor: "Grovel before my unrivaled power!"
Zidane: "I won't let you rule over us!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Garland: "There is no escaping the cycle!"
Zidane: "Those are the words of a coward!"
===In-battle dialogue===
Too slow!
— when dodging
I'm right here!
— when dodging upward
There!
— when using Rumble Rush
Stings, huh?
— when using Booster 8
...One more!
— when using Vortex or Storm Impulse
Dodge this!
— when using Solution 9 or using HP attack during chase
Burn it up!
— when using Tidal Flame
This is it! Fly awaaaaay!
— when using Stellar Circle 5
Take that!
— when using Shift Break
You're not getting away!
— when using Grand Lethal
I gotcha now!
— when using Meo Twister
Time to get serious!
— when activating EX Mode
It's not over yet!
— when EX Burst begins
And for the final touch, fly awaaaaay!
— when EX Burst is performed
I'm getting pumped up!
— when activating EX Revenge
Just leave it to me!
— when used as Assist
What? This can't be...
— final blow
===Victory quotes===
I think you put up in a good fight.
And that's the ball game!
Alright! Feelin' good!
Like I'm gonna roll over!
— when HP is low
Whatsa matter? Not feelin' it?
— when opponent is stronger
Still waters! Or whatever they say.
— when opponent is stronger
Just as I expected.
— when opponent is weaker
I'm at my best when it counts for real.
— in a party battle
===Loss quotes===
You're not half bad.
Aw, geez! I've done it this time.
This is the end?
How can this be?
— when opponent is stronger
I'm not all that strong.
— when opponent is stronger
I held back too much.
— when opponent is weaker
Guys, I'm sorry.
— in a party battle
==Kuja==
===Short battle intros===
You plan to defy ME?
You don't plan on winning, do you?
I'm going to have fun playing with you.
Don't let me down.
Let me sing your requiem.
I can feel my soul trembling.
— when opponent is stronger
Fine. I will take you on.
— when opponent is stronger
I will not die alone.
— when HP is low
The true show begins now!
— when HP is low
Isn't it thrilling?
I'll play with you.
Now for my one man show...
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle.
Even I can't stop myself.
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle.
The star makes his entrance...
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
I'll give a stellar performance!
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
Undoubtedly a warrior of harmony.
— Warrior of Light
There is nothing to discuss with you.
— Garland
I will nip your faith in the bud.
— Firion
A tyrant's reign ends quickly.
— The Emperor
I will not take part in your child's play.
— Onion Knight
Appearing from nowhere just to get in my way?
— Cloud of Darkness
The moon is fickle, calling to the darkness.
— Cecil
Your penance is revolting.
— Kain
Shall I expose your true colors?
— Golbez
I will deprive you of your freedom.
— Bartz
Your existence is Voidable.
— Exdeath
Your obnoxious yapping is offensive.
— Gilgamesh
Where does the caged bird wish to soar?
— Terra
I'll rip that jester's mask right off you.
— Kefka
Do you plan to challenge fate?
— Cloud
A lady lacking in sensitivity...
— Tifa
An angel cannot soar without both wings.
— Sephiroth
Such arrogant eyes, how unpleasing.
— Squall
Letting your guard down on purpose?
— Laguna
Time can be so cruel, hm?
— Ultimecia
I am the only actor needed.
— Zidane
You cannot become me.
— Kuja
You are but a fleeting sunset.
— Tidus
I'll rip you away from your dear friends.
— Yuna
I can't stand hot and sweaty people.
— Jecht
So, let's see what you've got.
— Shantotto
I'll pass on that crude lifestyle.
— Prishe
Simpletons should learn to keep silent.
— Vaan
Straight-laced opponents are such bothers.
— Gabranth
Acting as if we're the star, are we?
— Lightning
Couldn't bear the loneliness anymore?
— Chaos
Finales are by far the most beautiful of movements.
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Side Story: Singer of the End -2-
Bartz: "If you want a fight, get ready for a good one!"
Kuja: "Yes, no need for half measures."
Side Story: Singer of the End -2-
Squall: "Typical dirty Chaos trick."
Kuja: "I'll take that as a compliment."
Side Story: Singer of the End -2-
Zidane: "You can't be serious about this!"
Kuja: "You should probably run before you no longer can."
Treachery of the Gods: A New Threat
Kuja: "So ephemeral, lightning."
Lightning: "Oh I'll show you how lightning strikes."
Resolve for Seclusion
Kuja: "Behave and let me catch you."
Squall: "What an annoying guy."
Light to All: Trust
Kuja: "This is a tragedy, you know?"
Zidane: "Then I'm gonna rewrite the script!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Kuja: "Now for the final act!"
Zidane: "No encores for this show!"
===In-battle dialogue===
Well now!
— when dodging
That wasn't bad at all.
— when recovering from fall
There, there! Lovely, no?
— when using Snatch Shot (close)
There, there! Take that!
— when using Snatch Shot (distant)
Burn! Scatter!
— when using Burst Energy (close)
Burn! Come dance with me!
— when using Burst Energy (distant)
Watch this. Lovely, no?
— when using Strike Energy (close)
Watch this. Take that!
— when using Strike Energy (distant)
How's that?
— when using Remote Flare
You're not getting away! Scatter!
— when using Snatch Blow (close)
You're not getting away! Come dance with me!
— when using Snatch Blow (distant)
Take this!
— when using Flare Star
I'll bring this to an end!
— when using Seraphic Star
Just go away!
— when using Ultima
In unison!
— when using Force Symphony
Take that!
— when using HP attack during chase
Here's your invitation!
— when activating EX Mode
Curtains rise!
— when EX Burst begins
Here comes the finale!
— when EX Burst is performed
That's just a prelude! 
— when activating EX Revenge
Let me help!
— when called as an Assist
N-nooooooo!
— final blow
===Victory quotes===
Miracles do not happen.
How anti-climactic.
A much expected result.
You were close.
— when HP is low
Hahaha... how pathetic.
— when opponent is stronger
My excellence frightens even me.
— when opponent is stronger
Parting so soon?
— when opponent is weaker
That was not a bad effort.
— in a party battle
===Loss quotes===
The show's not over yet.
I will not accept this result!
The stage has been ruined!
Do not think that you won yet!
— when opponent is stronger
So that's your best effort...
— when opponent is stronger
Losing to this fool?
— when opponent is weaker
Laugh if you so wish.
— in a party battle
==Tidus==
===Short battle intros===
This'll be quick!
Ha, leave it to me!
I'll win, I'll definitely win!
Face off!
Let's go!
This'll be a piece of cake!
— when opponent is weaker
So, you think you can beat me?
— when opponent is weaker
Don't get cocky on me!
— when opponent is stronger
The amateur fighter enters the game!
— when opponent is stronger
I can still play!
— when HP is low
Could I be in a bind here?
— when HP is low
A super sub's turn!
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle
Just getting into the groove!
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle
The ace is on the mound!
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
Victory is the word!
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
Isn't it tough training all the time?
— Warrior of Light
Taking big swings'll get you nowhere.
— Garland
Sparring with a friend is good practice!
— Firion
Sorry, I don't think I'd approve your rule.
— The Emperor
It's not good to go rushing into things.
— Onion Knight
Time for pest control.
— Cloud of Darkness
Hope you set the record straight.
— Cecil
Bet I can swim faster than you.
— Kain
No more lecturing if I win.
— Golbez
Mimicking an ace is impossible.
— Bartz
You'll get hurt if you stand around like that.
— Exdeath
You seem like a swell guy.
— Gilgamesh
Let's put off worrying for now.
— Terra
Sin's toxin get to you?
— Kefka
I'll think about the future later.
— Cloud
No holding back, we go all out!
— Tifa
This'll be over before you know it.
— Sephiroth
Stop stealing the spotlight!
— Squall
I won't lose based on passion.
— Laguna
It's no fun if you take a time out.
— Ultimecia
I am so grabbing your tail.
— Zidane
Aren't you cold in that get-up?
— Kuja
Time to eject the wannabe ace!
— Tidus
This is a scrimmage, right?
— Yuna
Here comes a legend in the making.
— Jecht
There's no youth squad, ya know?
— Shantotto
Hot-blooded, just the way I like 'em!
— Prishe
Don't run off at halftime!
— Vaan
Lighten up a little, would ya?
— Gabranth
Look out! Here comes a hero!
— Lightning
Forget you, I got a bigger fish to fry!
— Chaos
I'm coming out of this fight with a smile!
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Light to All: Entrusted Power
The Emperor: "Meddling child."
Tidus: "What the hell are you doing here?"
Light to All: Entrusted Power
Jecht: "You shoulda taken a nap!"
Tidus: "You're not getting away with a win."
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Exdeath: "Prepare to disappear into the Void!"
Tidus: "Quit assuming you’re gonna win!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Jecht: "Fine, overtime it is!"
Tidus: "I'll make this your final match."
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
The Emperor: "Grovel before my unrivaled power!"
Tidus: "Look, I don’t have time for this!"
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Garland: "There is no escaping the cycle!"
Tidus: "Run around the bases all you want."
===In-battle dialogue===
Here we go.
— when dodging in the air
Start! Drop down!
— when using Sonic Buster
How's that?
— when using Stick & Move
Hrahhh...One more...He kicks!
— when using Full Slide
Finish!
— when using HP attack during chase
Here it comes!... You're gone!
— when using Spiral Cut
Get a load of this! And another!
— when using Energy Rain and connecting
Whoa-whoa-whoa! 
— when using Energy Rain and missing
Go take a nap!... Night night!
— when using Slice & Dice
Get set!... Goal!
— when using Jecht Shot
Now!... See ya!
— when using Quick Hit
Ready, Go!
— when activating EX Mode
You ready for this? 
— when EX Burst begins
Game set!
— when EX Burst is performed
Counterattack!
— when activating EX Revenge
I'll help!
— when used as Assist
===Victory quotes===
Well, guess I'll give ya a break.
Heh, that was fun!
Stay out of my way!
That was close.
— when HP is low
Uhmm.. you outta shape?
— when opponent is stronger
Rematch whenever you want.
— when opponent is stronger
Is that all?
— when opponent is weaker
Hey, that's the way it's supposed to be!
— in a party battle
===Loss quotes===
This isn't funny!
What's goin' on?
There's gotta be a mistake!
I'll beat you next time... for sure!
— when opponent is stronger
I don't think I'm okay...
— when opponent is stronger
What a sick joke this is.
— when opponent is weaker
I'm not fit to be an ace!
— in a party battle
==Yuna==
===Short battle intros===
Please, let me pass.
Do we really have to fight?
I'll give it all I have.
It seems that this is inevitable.
— when opponent is stronger
I will face you.
I do this, or nothing changes.
My story, is not over yet.
I'm alright, I can still fight.
I can't... give up.
Bear with me, if you will.
I will stand my ground.
Yuna! To the front!
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle
I will not... waver.
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle
I'll win, for everyone!
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
It's alright, I can win!
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
For me, there is no turning back.
— Warrior of Light
I will put an end, to your fight.
— Garland
Dreams must be fulfilled...
— Firion
The world is not yours to rule.
— The Emperor
Do you know of a summoner too?
— Onion Knight
Return to your realm!
— Cloud of Darkness
I want to see you surmount your challenges.
— Cecil
I will fight to end everyone's sorrow.
— Kain
I promised not to flee.
— Golbez
Your bright spirits are rubbing off on me.
— Bartz
I want to put an end to everyone's sorrows!
— Exdeath
Is it possible you're more fun than I thought?
— Gilgamesh
Please, trust in yourself.
— Terra
I will stop this senseless cycle of destruction!
— Kefka
You fight to protect her, don't you?
— Cloud
I have a promise to keep as well.
— Tifa
The powers of ruin won't sway me...
— Sephiroth
Don't you want to be with the others?
— Squall
I'll show you, I'll prove my will.
—Laguna
I will give it all I've got.
— Ultimecia
Will you put on a show if I win?
— Zidane
I can't let him deceive me...
— Kuja
To have to fight against you...
— Tidus
Is that me? Or are you an imposter?
— Yuna
Here I come, Sir Jecht!
— Jecht
Time to show off what I've learned.
— Shantotto
You're so upbeat! I should emulate you.
— Prishe
It'd be great if I could fly freely like you...
— Vaan
Hatred brings about nothing.
— Gabranth
Do you shoulder great responsibilities as well?
— Lightning
I'll defeat you at any cost!
— Chaos
I'll risk my life to protect everyone!
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Treachery of the Gods: Where Memories Wait
The Emperor: "You do not wish to be with him as he dies?" 
Yuna: "He won't! I'll make sure of that."
Treachery of the Gods: An Undocumented Battle
The Emperor: "I look forward to seeing this tragedy unfold." 
Yuna: "This is my story. It has a happy ending!"
===In-battle dialogue===
Valefor! Ascend!
— when using Sonic Wings
Valefor! Release!
— when using Energy Blast
Ifrit! Fists of hellfire!
— when using Meteor Strike
Ixion! Lightning strike!
— when using Aerospark
Shiva! Strike down!
— when using Heavenly Strike
Bahamut! Cascading strength!
— when using Impulse
Guide us with your light.
— when using Energy Ray
Show your flames.
— when using Hellfire
Pierce the darkness! End this!
— when using Thor's Hammer
Freeze them now, please!
— when using Diamond Dust
Please! Freeze them now!
— when using HP attack during chase
Burn everything in sight!
— when using Mega Flare
For the hope of the world.
— when activating EX Mode
I will end the spiral of conflict! 
— when EX Burst begins
Sins of times eternal...I will cast them away.
— when EX Burst is performed
Sins of times eternal...I will do it without false hope.
— with alternate EX Burst execution
I won't lose!
— when using EX Revenge
I'll try.
— when called as Assist
Hailstorm!
— when using Diamond Dust as Assist
Hellfire!
— when using Hellfire as Assist
Please, don't let it end.
— final blow
===Victory quotes===
Maybe, I'm learning too.
I can't let my guard down.
I won...because of all of you.
I won't lose, not with all of you with me.
I have to keep this up!
— when opponent is stronger
Thank you...all of you.
That was a challenging trial.
— when HP is low
Gee, I really need to train some more.
— when HP is low
===Loss quotes===
How can I call myself a summoner?
Did I lack the proper strength?
Everyone, lent me their strength.
It's because I was naive.
With all my power, yet I fail.
This...isn't how it was supposed to go.
I'm sorry...everyone.
==Jecht==
===Short battle intros===
I'm winning this fight if you don't mind.
What a drag...
I'm up for a challenge.
So, let's see what you're made of.
You got some guts, pal!
This should be a kick!
— when opponent is stronger
You're the real deal!
— when opponent is stronger
I'll give ya a handicap. 
— when HP is low
This might be bad.
— when HP is low
Should be fun.
You want some of this?
You're in for a wallop!
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle.
Alright, who's the next challenger?
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle.
Time for the star to shine!
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
Let's see who's on top.
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
Kinda like straight-laced types.
— Warrior of Light
So the vet's alive and kickin'.
— Garland
So, what weapon do you prefer?
— Firion
Got some tricks up your sleeve?
— The Emperor
Geez, babysitting?
— Onion Knight
Can't leave the match up in the air.
— Cloud of Darkness
Ya better not make him worry.
— Cecil
Heh, I'll make ya blast off.
— Kain
We both got our problems, huh?
— Golbez
Hmph, annoying brat.
— Bartz
Your chances are "void" unless you come and get me.
— Exdeath
Better use yer best sword!
— Gilgamesh
You'd better not cry. You'd make me uncomfortable.
— Terra
Looks like you've got a few screws loose.
— Kefka
What's up with the gloomy face?
— Cloud
To be young and naive again!
— Tifa
A duel between legendary heroes, huh?
— Sephiroth
Hey kid, relax.
— Squall
You got the personality of a star down.
— Laguna
Too old to believe in the future, are ya?
— Ultimecia
Time to teach ya some manners!
— Zidane
Cocky, but ya got no substance.
— Kuja
Not in a million years!
— Tidus
I can't hold back, ya know?
— Yuna
Who's the real superstar?
— Jecht
Oops, thought you was a ball.
— Shantotto
Ya got guts comin' at me with your fists.
— Prishe
So, ya believe the sky's the limit, do ya?
— Vaan
Judge? You mean refereeing?
— Gabranth
Some hard head ya got there, lady.
— Lightning
You're pretty big, but not bigger than me!
— Chaos
This is gonna be one helluva show!
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Light to All: Entrusted Power
Jecht: "You shoulda taken a nap!"
Tidus: "You're not getting away with a win."
Light to All: Seeds of Hope
Jecht: "Gonna get hurt standing around like that."
Firion: "Fine, I'll fight you."
Light to All: Conclusion of the Cycle
Jecht: "Fine, overtime it is!"
Tidus: "I'll make this your final match."
===In-battle dialogue===
This'll hurt! Don't cry now!
— when using Jecht Rush (Combo 1 & 3)
I'll give it to ya! To the ground!
— when using Jecht Rush (Combo 2)
Not done yet! Go fly!
— when using Jecht Rush (Combo 4)
There you go!
— when using the extra punch of fully charged Jecht Stream (First two kicks did not land)
How's that? This'll hurt! Don't cry now!
— when using Jecht Stream (Combo 1)
How's that? I'll give it to ya! To the ground!
— when using Jecht Stream (Combo 2)
Come on, come on, come on, come on! One more!
— when using Jecht Blade
Get lost!
— when using Triumphant Grasp
Just for you! Oh yeah!
— when using Ultimate Jecht Shot
Watch closely!
— when using Jecht Beam
You ready?
— when using HP attack during chase
Let's do this!
— when activating EX Mode
You were just out of luck.
— when EX Burst begins
Come on, come on, come on, come on! This is MY show!
— when EX Burst is performed
One more! Oh yeah!
— upon EX Burst execution
That's a counter!
— when using EX Revenge
You want the ace for relief?
— when called as an Assist
No way.
— final blow
===Victory quotes===
Quit your crying.
That's what they call skill!
I'm outta your league, buddy!
You gotta be good to be lucky.
— when HP is low
That's the invincible sir Jecht for ya!
— when opponent is stronger
Guess I shoulda held back.
— when opponent is stronger
Sorry, got a lit'll carried away.
— when opponent is weaker
Hey, were you bluffin'?
— in a party battle
===Loss quotes===
How pitiful...
I'm not convinced.
I let my guard down...
Wow... you're good.
— when opponent is stronger
Nothin' to cheer about.
— when opponent is stronger
Maybe I should retire.
— when opponent is weaker
I dropped the ball.
— in a party battle
==Shantotto==
===Short battle intros===
You can run, I won't make fun!
I'm sorry to say, this isn't really your day!
Prepare to be educated!
The honor is all yours.
Allow me to explain, you will feel some pain.
Could it be, a challenge for me?
— when opponent is stronger
Overconfidence is a killer.
— when opponent is stronger
Time for the final exam.
— when HP is low
You could probably use a headstart.
— when HP is low
Let the lessons begin.
Time for a study in pain!
A loser like you, won't see Round Two.
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle.
Who's next on the list of those who won't be missed?
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle.
How unlucky you must be to start off with me.
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
The stage is mine, it's where I shine!
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
I'll teach you some humility.
— Warrior of Light
Another so-called "mastermind."
— Garland
Jack of all weapons, master of none?
— Firion
Though you may disagree, the world is here for me!
— The Emperor
I think I'll take my onions fried.
— Onion Knight
One curse—and you'll disperse!
— Cloud of Darkness
I suggest you find another job.
— Cecil
It's quite clear you're up to no good.
— Kain
Last chance to change your mind.
— Golbez
Stupidity? Impossible to gauge.
— Bartz
Your defeat is unaVOIDable.
— Exdeath
Misfortune follows your every move.
— Gilgamesh
Without control, can you call it power?
— Terra
You want ruin and rage? You've come to the right mage.
— Kefka
You should keep your feet on the ground.
— Cloud
A whelp like you best the likes of me?
— Tifa
I detest persistent pests!
— Sephiroth
Once a student, always a student.
— Squall
Challenging me was your last mistake.
— Laguna
Is that all the magic you command?
— Ultimecia
You'll have no time for idle banter.
— Zidane
You hide your tail, but I still see you quail.
— Kuja
This is not sport of the entertaining sort.
— Tidus
A summoner, you say? Let's see a display.
— Yuna
Hmph, a man that acts like a child.
— Jecht
A failed copy of perfection?
— Shantotto
Reckless child, who let you run wild?
— Prishe
You'll learn to mind your tongue.
— Vaan
I am the law here.
— Gabranth
"You're dust"? I think you'll find I'm rather robust.
— Lightning
Destroy the destroyer, that's how is done.
— Chaos
Unrestrained calamity? That's my specialty!
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Side Story: The Maiden Bringer of Light -1-
Gabranth: "I will spare no strength to bring your downfall, mage."
Shantotto: "En garde! I adore no-holds-barred!"
===In-battle dialogue===
(Yawns) Oh, how dull. 
— taunt when idle
Off you go!
— when using Retribution
Seriously...
— when using Bind
Singe!
— when using Spirit Magic: Fire
Spark!
— when using Spirit Magic: Thunder
Storm!
— when using Spirit Magic: Air
Stones!
— when using Spirit Magic: Earth
Shiver!
— when using Spirit Magic: Ice
Sink!
— when using Spirit Magic: Water
A required course!
— when using Spirit Magic: Fire or Earth (mid power)
Practical lesson!
— when using Spirit Magic: Thunder or Ice (mid power)
Unnatural progression!
— when using Spirit Magic: Air or Water (mid power)
Why, is something burning!?
— when using Spirit Magic: Fire (full power)
Ashes to ashes!
— when using Spirit Magic: Thunder (full power)
I'll slice you thin!
— when using Spirit Magic: Air (full power)
I'll shake you to the core!
— when using Spirit Magic: Earth (full power)
You'll look better on ice!
— when using Spirit Magic: Ice (full power)
How about a swim!?
— when using Spirit Magic: Water (full power)
Fine!
— when activating EX Mode
Now, I'm mad!
— when EX Burst begins
I'm driven to destroy! 
— when EX Burst is performed
A disgrace, you forgot your place!
— when activating EX Revenge
I've seen enough. 
— when used as an Assist
Nooooooooooooooo!
— final blow
===Victory quotes===
It was very unwise to judge me by size.
Maybe next time.
Oh, are we done already?
A little too much play, perhaps?
— when HP is low
You weren't ready for an opponent like me!
— when opponent is stronger
Not in a million years, you pup.
— when opponent is stronger
Ohohoho, easy, far too easy.
— when opponent is weaker
Did you honestly think you could win?
— in a party battle
===Loss quotes===
Well done, you seem to have won.
Certainly not my finest hour.
This kinds of things will happen.
I lost the fight. Now something is not right.
— when opponent is stronger
Don't fret, your face I won't forget.
— when opponent is stronger
You beat the best, I guess I'm impressed.
— when opponent is weaker
Oh my dear... I have failed, I fear.
— in a party battle
==Prishe==
===Short battle intros===
Hey, you sure about this?
Wait, so, you're serious?
You want a fight? You got one.
The mighty Prishe is here!
Huh, you wanna piece of me?
Gonna have me some fun this time!
Better crank it up a notch!
Gotta see this through to the end.
Great goddess...grant us your strength!
Get your dukes up!
Let's get it on!
It's playtime with Prishe!
I'll take you all on!
Welcome to Painville!
Oh alrighty, now we see who's the best!
===Long battle intros===
Haha, you're all mine this time!
— Warrior of Light
What's with all you grim and brooding types?
— Garland
Loosen up a bit, you're bringing me down!
— Firion
Straight back to hell for you!
— The Emperor
I know better than to judge by looks.
— Onion Knight
Will my fist go straight through you?
— Cloud of Darkness
Play nice now...
— Cecil
If you don't hold back, I won't.
— Kain
I can't stand listening to these preachy types!
— Golbez
Not playing with a full deck, are ya?
— Bartz
C'mon, pick a sword! Any sword!
— Gilgamesh
You make a big deal out of "nothing," really.
— Exdeath
Try not to lose your cool, 'kay?
— Terra
You got some explaining to do, you creepy clown!
— Kefka
I'll beat that hesitation outta ya.
— Cloud
You're not the only one with kicks!
— Tifa
I'm gonna wrap you 'round my little finger.
— Sephiroth
Quit with the strong and silent act.
— Squall
Here's a guy who's not scared to look stupid!
—Laguna
Time ain't something you should mess with.
— Ultimecia
If you gonna flee, better do it now!
— Zidane
Wow...you're kinda unstable, huh?
— Kuja
You think I can be an ace too!?
— Tidus
You can summon stuff? I wanna see!
— Yuna
You're just fooling yourself, old man.
— Jecht
Hey Doc, take it easy, huh?
— Shantotto
Have I been...looking for the end all along?
— Prishe
You got spirit, I like that.
— Vaan
What's the law on fists in the face?
— Gabranth
I can tell you're gonna be a handful.
— Lightning
This "end of the world" thing, ends now!
— Chaos
I'm not gonna let you tear the world apart!
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Side_Story: The Maiden Bringer of Light -2-
Garland: "This warrior is beyond your comprehension. Begone!"
Prishe: "Like hell, finder's keepers, loser's bleeders!"
===In-battle dialogue===
Here!
— when using Howling Fists (one)
No stopping me!
— when using Howling Fists (two)
Ready... Go!
— when using Shoulder Tackle (one)
And again!
— when using Shoulder Tackle (two) or Backhand Blow (two)
Right through ya!
— when using One Inch Punch (two)
Down ya go!
— when using Spinning Attack (two)
There!
— when using Raging Fists (one)
And stay down!
— when using Raging Fists (two)
Nighty night!
— when using Asuran Fists
Feed me...sirloin steak!
— alternate when using Asuran Fists
You can't stop it!
— when using Nulifying Dropkick
Let me have...the sardine sushi!
— alternate when using Nulifying Dropkick
Open your eyes!
— when using Auroral Uppercut
Gimme a bite of...spicy hot tacos!
— alternate when using Auroral Uppercut
Grant us...the light of the dawn.
— when using Banishga
Stuff my mouth with...ripe rolanberries!
— alternate when using Banishga
What goes around comes around!
— when activating EX Mode
Prishe is here, where's the grub?
— alternate when activating EX Mode
How's THAT for ya?!
— when begining EX Burst
It's getting way past my lunchtime
— alternate when beginning EX Burst
My will to live... I'll show you just how strong it is!
— upon perfect EX Burst execution
Later!
— when finishing EX Burst
Knuckle sandwich, a la Prishe!
— when activating EX Revenge
I can't believe I looo...bster
— alternate when activating EX Revenge
It's about damn time!
— when called as an Assist
Aw heeell!
— the final blow
===Victory quotes===
Wasting my time!
I almost broke a sweat.
Sorry...guess I'm just better!
You lose, I win!
You should've just walked away.
Teehee...oopsie!
Oh yeah!
Thought you had me did ya? Think again.
===Loss quotes===
I was just warming up, y'know?
You just wait 'till next time!
That...that was only a practice run!
You're lucky I held back!
You...I'll remember you!
Not yet...it's not over yet!
Damn it! Damn it all to Hell!
==Gabranth==
===Short battle intros===
You will not have the time to regret.
I will test your resolve.
So, you stand your ground.
Those who fight with wrath shall prevail!
I will not fail again!
I vow as Judge Magister!
I fight... so long as this hatred fuels me.
Now... this is a duel!
You shall bear witness... to my soul.
Are you prepared?
Prepare!
Seems it is my turn.
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle
I can handle them alone.
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle
Do not be so hard on yourself. You should despise me!
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
It comes down to a warrior's luck!
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
There is nothing more futile than a waning light.
— Warrior of Light
Pitiful warrior drowned in battle.
— Garland
Holding on to a fleeting dream is pointless.
— Firion
I will not pledge allegiance to the likes of you.
— The Emperor
A child who knows not anger or sorrow!
— Onion Knight
Clouds are to be cast away.
— Cloud of Darkness
Gazing upon you sickens me to my core.
— Cecil
Another traitor stands before me...
— Kain
You shall be purged by my blade.
— Golbez
Freedom only comes to those with power.
— Bartz
What would you protect with such power?
— Exdeath
Have you what it takes to live up to your grand name?
— Gilgamesh
You but grasp at other's dreams.
— Terra
Your tricks are meaningless before me.
— Kefka
One without loyalty and honor.
— Cloud
Those who trust in others are always betrayed.
— Tifa
Justice to the fallen hero!
— Sephiroth
You will not have the luxury to turn your eye.
— Squall
Hatred would seem but foreign to you.
— Laguna
No magick can overturn the past.
— Ultimecia
Seems a rat has entered the fray.
— Zidane
What is it that you fear?
— Kuja
Running about will not aid you.
— Tidus
So you cannot fight without aid.
— Yuna
It seems you've something you can't discard.
— Jecht
What do you desire with such power?
— Shantotto
You shoulder the burdens of agony as well.
— Prishe
Have the Fates willed this?
— Vaan
Hmph, what a repulsive resemblance.
— Gabranth
I take it you are resolute if you are a soldier.
— Lightning
Hatred surpasses even discord!
— Chaos
God of Discord, 'tis judgment that is upon you!
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Side Story: The Maiden Bringer of Light -1-
Gabranth: "I will spare no strength to bring your downfall, mage."
Shantotto: "En garde! I adore no-holds-barred!"
===In-battle dialogue===
Retribution's blade. You will be judged! I'll cleave you!
— when using Enrage
Let me see you suffer!
— when using Aero
Prepare! Vanish!
— when using Relentless Lunge
You have no hope! Away you go!
— when using Vortex of Judgement
There!
— when using Rupture (downwards)
Can't run!
— when using Rupture (upwards)
Move!
— when using Dual Rend
Grovel!
— when using Gaia Breach
Destruction!
— when using Innocence (ground)
Your life ends here!
— when using Innocence (air)
Repent now! Sword of judgment!
— when using Execution
Eternal pain!
— when using Hatred
Hatred is what drives me!
— when activating EX Mode
By my sword!
— when EX Burst begins
Know this pain! ... Take your last breath! ... Surrender now to oblivion!
— when EX Burst is performed
Vengeance!
— when activating EX Revenge
Inevitable.
— when called as Assist
Judgment! 
— when using Enrage when called as Assist
===Victory quotes===
An expected verdict.
You can only fathom the hell I've lived.
Is that the extent of your power?
The Fates were on my side.
— when HP is low
What a shame, you miserable wretch.
— when opponent is stronger
That was unexpected.
— when opponent is stronger
A just end.
— when opponent is weaker
'Tis the tale of an arrogant soul.
— in a party battle
===Loss quotes===
So this is vengeance...
I could not even defend myself.
Words are meaningless to me now.
How could my strength not have been enough?
— when opponent is stronger
So... this is defeat.
— when opponent is stronger
Was it my arrogance?
— when opponent is weaker
Remorseful... that is all.
— in a party battle
==Vaan==
===Short battle intros===
Hehe, can you keep up?
I won't laugh if you run.
Just let me at 'em.
A high-speed send-off!
I'm not gonna hold back!
Come on, show me what you're made of!
I don't care who I'm facing.
Oh no, gotta make this quick.
It'd look bad if I ran.
Looking for a win!
I won't lose to you!
I gotta build momentum!
— when fighting an opponent in a tournament battle
I'll finish them all myself!
— when fighting a second straight opponent in a tournament battle
I always get the prize.
— when fighting an opponent in a round-robin party battle
We're gonna win this together.
— when last to fight in a round-robin battle
===Long battle intros===
You oughta lighten up.
— Warrior of Light
I'll take you on, old man!
— Garland
Time to put our dreams on the line!
— Firion
Just who do you think you are anyway?
— Emperor
Go on and act tough while you still can.
— Onion Knight
You wanna borrow a shirt or something?
— Cloud of Darkness
Can't fly if you have doubts.
— Cecil
How high can you jump anyway?
— Kain
Let me see if I can trust you.
— Golbez
The sky's the limit!
— Bartz
Won't you be sad if everything's turned to nothing?
— Exdeath
Sorry, but have we met before?
— Gilgamesh
Cheer up! You're facing me!
— Terra
Wow! The circus is in town?
— Kefka
Enough thinking, let's go!
— Cloud
You'll find what you're looking for.
— Tifa
Say, what's your dream?
— Sephiroth
I'll make this a good fight, promise.
— Squall
Don't you get lost on me.
— Laguna
So, how old ARE you?
— Ultimecia
Can't go losing to a thief!
— Zidane
Hey pal, I'll take ya down a notch!
— Kuja
Let's see what's better, the seas or the skies!
— Tidus
No fair having Eidolons help out!
— Yuna
Enough talking...
— Jecht
How...old are you?
— Shantotto
Hey Prishe...how old are you?
— Prishe
Hey, I'm the leading man!
— Vaan
You...I will defeat you!
— Gabranth
You're not mad, are you?
— Lightning
I'll teach you what true freedom is!
— Chaos
Cool! I'll take this guy out!
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Treachery of the Gods: Stern Eyes
Terra: "Soldier of Cosmos... Enemy!"
Vaan: "Am I really supposed to fight this girl?"
Treachery of the Gods: Stern Eyes
Kefka: "You're about to learn why 'oppose' rhymes with 'dispose'!"
Vaan: "Always happy to take out the trash!"
Treachery of the Gods: An Undocumented Battle
Kefka: "Whaddaya say ya give me back that thing of mine you borrowed?"
Vaan: "Why don't you try and take it?"
===In-battle dialogue===
How's this?!
— when using Greatsword
Gotcha!
— when using Greatsword (Switch)
Skewer!
— when using Spear
Keep trying!
— when using Spear (Switch)
There it is!
— when using Katana
I'll chop ya!
— when using Katana (Switch)
Finish!
— when using Crossbow
You're finished!
— when using Crossbow (Switch)
Split in two!
— when using Axe & Shield
Fall!
— when using Axe & Shield (Switch)
How's that?
— when using Sword & Shield or using HP attack during chase
Take that!
— when using Sword & Shield (Switch)
Got you!
— when using Rifle
Eat this!
— when using Rifle (Switch)
Sayonara!
— when using Staff
Burn up!
— when using Inferno
Rain down!
— when using Torrent
Let's roll!
— when using Cataclysm
Asunder!
— when using Windburst
Gotcha in my sights!
— when activating EX Mode
No holding back!
— when starting EX Burst
I'm Basch!
— with alternate EX Burst start
Here! Rupture! Burst! How's this?! Stings, huh?
— when EX Burst is performed
No chance!
— when activating EX Revenge
Did someone call?
— when called as an Assist
Is this the end?
— final blow
===Victory quotes===
Huh? That's all?
One more win for me.
You shoulda run when you had the chance.
I won, no complaining now.
Just as expected!
Now you know what I'm made of!
You see what I can do?
That was harder than I thought.
===Loss quotes===
Nope, I'm not convinced.
This shoulda been a piece of cake...
Aw, you're kidding.
I knew I didn't stand a chance!
That's it, I gotta become stronger.
I can't afford to lose.
Aw, I was just unlucky.
==Lightning==
===Short battle intros===
Ha! This will be over quick.
This ought to be easy.
My blade'll fix this.
Not even worth my time.
You actually think you can win?
Still your mind, move on instinct.
Hmph, might break a sweat.
There's no going back.
Gotta get through this.
Let's do this.
It's just a fight.
Let's shake things up.
I can do this on my own!
Can't pick your enemies.
Some things in life you just do.
===Long battle intros===
Great, now I'm fighting fairy tales.
— Warrior of Light
Fighting for no reason's just slow suicide.
— Garland
Okay now, let's see what you're made of.
— Firion
Not all of us are easy to control, you know.
— The Emperor
Need someone to toughen you up? 
— Onion Knight
This isn't gonna be the end.
— Cloud of Darkness
This'll be over before it starts.
— Cecil
You brought a spear to a gunblade fight?
— Kain
Try your mind tricks on someone else.
— Golbez
Not a care in the world, huh?
— Bartz
Go find your stupid Void and stay there!
— Exdeath
You sure seem confident enough.
— Gilgamesh
Never let yourself hesitate.
— Terra
You're like the punch line to a bad joke.
— Kefka
I know what it feels like to be a tool.
— Cloud
No time for second-guessing.
— Tifa
Something tells me you're not the heroic type.
— Sephiroth
Time for your lesson, Schoolboy.
— Squall
Fight like you mean it.
— Laguna
I decide my own future.
— Ultimecia
Sorry, but a fight's a fight.
— Zidane
Save your drama for the stage.
— Kuja
Don't think I'll go easy on an amateur.
— Tidus
Don't let your thoughts weigh you down.
— Yuna
Guess you're a lot tougher than you look.
— Jecht
Take your self-indulgence somewhere else.
— Shantotto
Aren't you a little short for a soldier?
— Prishe
You don't think before you act, do ya?
— Vaan
You might actually be a worthy opponent.
— Gabranth
Anyone who gets in my way's a target.
— Lightning
You're the one behind this.
— Chaos
Once I have a target, it doesn't get away.
— Feral Chaos
===Storyline battle intros===
Treachery of the Gods: A New Threat
Kuja: "So ephemeral, lightning."
Lightning: "Oh I'll show you how lightning strikes."
Treachery of the Gods: A New Threat
Kain: "Forgive me. I've no choice." 
Lightning: "Kain? What are you doing!?"
Treachery of the Gods: Decision
Warrior of Light: "Toss aside your blade and say good night."
Lightning: "No thanks. It's not my bedtime."
Treachery of the Gods: An Undocumented Battle
Garland: "I will grant you true and utter annihilation!"
Lightning: "Bring it on! I don't need a second chance!"
===In-battle dialogue===
Dodge this!
— when using Blitz
You're mine!
— when using Launch
You're toast!
— when using Blaze Rush
Stay down!
— when using Smite
Ruinga!
— when using Ruinga
Thundaga!
— when using Thundaga
Aero!
— when using Aerora
Blizzara!
— when using Blizzara
Fire!
— when using Fire
Try this on! Get Lost!
— when using Army of One
I can fix that!
— when using Cure
Not over!
— when using Cura
Who are you watching!?
— when using Crushing Blow
This is gonna sting! See ya!
— when using Lightning Strike
Have some more!
— when using Razor Gale
Enjoy the view!
— when using Thunderfall
Get ready! Here it comes!
— when using Flourish of Steel or HP attack during chase
Not your lucky day!
— when activating EX Mode
I control my fate!
— when EX Burst begins
Let's finish this! Bulls-eye!
— when EX Burst is performed
Rookie!
— when using EX Revenge
Whenever you're ready.
— when used as Assist
How can it end like this?
— final blow
===Victory quotes===
I did what I had to do.
Points for trying.
That wasn't too bad of a fight.
Better get ready for next time.
What'd you expect?
Not bad, I guess.
Guess I'm on a lucky streak.
By the skin of my teeth..
— when HP is low
===Loss quotes===
How could I lose?
I got sloppy.
I lost?
Should have been more careful.
Is this really happening?
It's not over, not yet.
I can't stop now.
==Chaos==
===Battle intros===
Do not atone! Just perish!
— Warrior of Light
You dare to oppose me?
— Garland
This world is an everlasting nightmare!
— Firion
A world of nothingness needs no king!
— The Emperor
Little fool, you're shivering.
— Onion Knight
Drown in discord deeper than darkness.
— Cloud of Darkness
The light fades and the darkness perishes.
— Cecil
A treacherous blade will bring an end to you.
— Kain
Your lust for the light is meaningless.
— Golbez
Hope is lost with your pursuit of it.
— Bartz
The ultimate Void stands before you.
— Exdeath
To the Rift with you!
— Gilgamesh
You do not need power, for I AM power.
— Terra
I will destroy you as you desire.
— Kefka
Your volition cannot overcome discord.
— Cloud
Let us see if your promise comes to pass.
— Tifa
Kneel before me if you seek comfort.
— Sephiroth
Solitude is but despair in disguise.
— Squall
You cannot escape death but with your soul.
— Laguna
Do you truly understand eternal solitude?
— Ultimecia
The final curtain requires no audience.
— Zidane
Dance to the requiem for all eternity.
— Kuja
Dreams fade into nothingness.
— Tidus
Celebrate destruction with your dance for the departed.
— Yuna
All of your options are now gone.
— Jecht
I shall destroy this world myself.
— Shantotto
Wish not for life, but seek death.
— Prishe
True freedom lies only in death.
— Vaan
Perish along with your destiny of defiance.
— Gabranth
I shall set despair in your eyes.
— Lightning
Pathetic pawn.
— Feral Chaos
===Phase transitions===
Know despair!
— second battle opening
All will sink into discord...
— second battle opening
===In-battle dialogue===
Perish!
— Using Darkflame Talon
Yield!
— Using Darkflame Fang
Vanish!
— Using The Fall
Eradication!
— Using Earthwalker and Earthcrusher
Take this!
— Using Negashock
Breathe your last!
— Using Onslaught
You are weak. Cease to exist!
— Using Divine Punishment
Know despair! Hollow being!
— Using Soul of Oblivion
Watch in awe! Pathetic pawn! Drown in your dreams!
— Using Demonsdance
Face the ultimate! On your knees! Fear me! This is the end!
— Using Scarlet Rain
Shiver at the power of a god!
— Using Utter Chaos
You resist in vain.
— Ending Brink of Delusion
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