Lucian/Quotes

These are Lucian's quotes in the Pokémon games.

In the core series

Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum

Pokémon League

•  Before battle

"Ah, you timed your arrival well. I've just finished reading a book, you see. Allow me to introduce myself. I am Lucian. I am a user of the Psychic type. I must say, you've already proven yourself to be outstanding by coming this far. They say I am the toughest of the Elite Four. I'm afraid I will have to go all out against you to live up to that reputation."

•  After sending out last Pokémon

"Hmm... Now what should I do..."

• Upon being defeated

"I see. You getting past the three before me was no fluke. Your power is real."

• After being defeated

"Congratulations. You have beaten the Elite Four. However, that doesn't mean you're done with the Pokémon league. There remains the Champion. I should warn you—the Champion is far stronger than the Elite Four. Now, go on. Step through the doorway to your final battle."

"I'll be reading books until the next challenger arrives. That will calm my nerves, so that I may deal with all situations without panicking."

Canalave Library

• First variant

"...Ah, hello. You’re here to read, too? Books are wonderful things. The thoughts of people written in books stretch beyond time and space. I was just reading a book of philosophy from an ancient, far-off land. Their 'universe' was a word that described both space and time. That people even back then understood the basic tenets of the universe... It fills me with a serene sense of inspiration. I imagine we'll see each other again at the Pokémon League. Take care."

• Second variant

"...Ah, hello. You’re here to read, too? Books are wonderful things. The thoughts of people written in books stretch beyond time and space. I was just reading a collection of observations on Pokémon in the wild. One article addresses the question why Pokémon would go into a Poké Ball. According to this article, this behavior is based on instinct. A weakened Pokémon will curl up tight in an effort to heal itself. The Poké Ball was invented to take advantage of that protective instinct. I imagine we'll see each other again at the Pokémon League. Take care."

• Third variant

"...Ah, hello. You’re here to read, too? Books are wonderful things. The thoughts of people written in books stretch beyond time and space. I was just reading an analytical tome on humankind. It examines the human species from cultural and social perspectives. This is a thought-provoking quote: 'It all began without humans. The end will also be without humans.' The world we share with Pokémon... Does it exist for us? I imagine we'll see each other again at the Pokémon League. Take care."

• Fourth variant

"...Ah, hello. You’re here to read, too? Books are wonderful things. The thoughts of people written in books stretch beyond time and space. I was just reading a collection of essays on the science-fiction genre. There was one quote attributed to a novelist I found remarkable. 'Though love may lose, kindness wins.' I find that philosophical and, at the same time, compassionate. I imagine we'll see each other again at the Pokémon League. Take care."

• Fifth variant

"...Ah, hello. You’re here to read, too? Books are wonderful things. The thoughts of people written in books stretch beyond time and space. I was just reading a collection of letters written by an artist long ago. More precisely, they were written to the artist's younger brother. 'The stars above tantalize from across infinite space. Feeling their gaze from so far away, I am charmed again by life.' The artist must have come to a conclusion seeing the night sky... It's an affirmation of life. It's very moving. I imagine we'll see each other again at the Pokémon League. Take care."

In spin-off games

Pokémon Masters EX

Main article: Lucian (Masters)

Pokémon Center

• Random conversation

"In the Sinnoh region, we have a large library in a place called Canalave City."

"It has many valuable historical books, and you can easily spend a whole day in there without getting bored."

"Why don't you try visiting if you're ever in Sinnoh?"

• Random conversation

"The thoughts written down in a book transcend both time and space."

"As I read, I often imagine what people in the Sinnoh region of old were thinking."

"Hmm... Perhaps this is the influence of our history- loving Champion."

• Random conversation

"Do the Poryphones on Pasio have an app for reading books?"

"I could certainly make good use of my time if I could read at any time or place."

• Random conversation

"“Pokémon and people supplied each other with goods and supported each other.”"

"That's a line from a book about the Sinnoh region's mythology."

"Apparently there have been close bonds similar to those of sync pairs since long ago."

• Random conversation

"I've been meaning to tell you something, <player>!"

"Try challenging those you've already battled again and again. You may discover something new."

"That's something I learned while rereading all my favorite books."

• Random conversation

"Once, I was so wrapped up in a book that before I realized it, I was on a strange new island."

"I don't mean the imaginary world of a novel. This actually happened to me."

• If spoken to again

"Novels are naturally diverting, but real life can be just as interesting."

"There's so much excitement every day on Pasio that I don't think I could possibly get bored."

• Random conversation

"Do you know any good books, <player>?"

"I've had so many new encounters since coming to Pasio, I thought it was about time I tried a new book as well."

• If spoken to again

"The genre's not important, but I'm in the mood for an adventure story."

"Perhaps I've been inspired by all your fun exploring Pasio."

• Special log-in conversation (generic)

"Ah, <player>. You timed your arrival well. I've just finished reading a book, you see."

"Both books and people are different each time you encounter them. Let's hope for some more wonderful encounters today."

• Special log-in conversation (morning)

"Good morning. Let's do our best to make this a productive day."

• Special log-in conversation (afternoon)

"Good afternoon. Do you have any good book recommendations? I've just finished the one I was reading."

• Special log-in conversation (evening)

"I've found that reading a book at the end of the day leads to more restful sleep. I hope you have a good night."

• Special gift conversation

"Ah, you timed your arrival well. I was just looking for you."

"I'd like to give this to you. Please accept it."

• After giving out item

"No need to thank me. It's a token of my gratitude for always spurring me on."