Byron/Quotes

These are Byron's quotes in the Pokémon games.

In the core series

Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum

Canalave Gym

• Before battle

"Ah! That's Oreburgh's Gym Badge! I see, I see! You've defeated my son. But that's no surprise. He still has much to learn. In place of my son Roark, I, Byron, will take your challenge!"

• After the opponent sends out their last Pokémon

"Oh, what's this? My last one! This is where we make our stand!"

• When the opponent's last Pokémon is at critical health

"We're not done yet! There's no giving up!"

• Upon being defeated

"Hmm! My sturdy Pokémon, defeated!"

• After being defeated

"You were strong enough to take down my prized team of Pokémon. In recognition of that power, I give you this: the Mine Badge!"

"Having the Mine Badge enables you to use the hidden move Strength anytime outside of battle. And you now have six Gym Badges. That means all Pokémon up to Lv. 70 will obey you without question. Here! Take this, too!"

"That TM91 contains the move Flash Cannon. If it hits, it may also lower the target's Special Defense."

• If talked to again

"Gwahahahaha! The Sinnoh region is vast! Tough Trainers like you and <rival> crop up constantly to challenge the old guard! With more young Trainers like my son and you two taking charge, the future of Pokémon is bright! But I'm not stepping aside just yet! I merely need to rededicate myself to training on Iron Island."

Resort Area^Pt

"Guhahahaha! How's your Villa? Can you give me a tour?"

Yes: "All right! Let's have a look, then!"

No: "Well! How cold can you be?"

Villa^Pt

• Any of the following

"Gwahahahaha! I spent a long time living on Iron Island. A place this fancy, I feel a little out of place. Don't get me wrong, it's a great place. It's nothing like my son's!"

"Well... I have to admit I'm not very interested in furniture and the like. My interests run more to things like digging tools, obviously. The shapes of Pokémon fangs and claws are interesting, too."

"Digging underneath Iron Island was a good time in my life. Working alongside Pokémon constantly for iron ore... But that's all in the past. The young people today should find their own paths to happiness."

"Roark is still a boy, but at the same time, he's a man in his own right. That's why our opinions clash at times, and why we break out in battle. Gwahahaha! You weren't supposed to hear that! Forget I said it!"

"You're acquainted with a fellow named Riley, aren't you? He's a mystifying sort, that one. I have no idea how old he is, to tell you the truth."

Battleground

Scenario 1

• Before battle

"I've faced many a challenger at my Gym. I trained on Iron Island while contemplating my worth for days... I have the confidence now to batter down your defenses. Could I ask you for a rematch?"

Yes: "We are tempered and honed by battling the strong. Here's to our showdown!"

No: "When you came to my Gym, you had a glint that's dulled now."

If talked to again after the player answered "No": "I have the confidence now to batter down your defenses. Could I ask you for a rematch?"

• When the opponent's last Pokémon is at critical health

"We're not done yet! There's no giving up!"

• Upon being defeated

"Hmm! My sturdy Pokémon--defeated!"

• After being defeated (If Roark is not present)

"I trained by pummeling steel continuously on Iron Island alongside Pokémon... Gwahahahaha! I could still use more toughening up!"

• After being defeated (If Roark is present)

"...That Roark thinks he can show up his old man? My act needs polishing still, I fear... Ah, it's you! Don't mind me. Make yourself at home."

Scenario 2

• Before battle

"Since we last lost to you, we've been in training. I think we've addressed our shortcomings. Could I ask you for another rematch?"

Yes: "Thank you! Like me, my Pokémon were longing for another chance to battle with you!"

No: "Gwahahaha! That's disappointing, but all right! There's a lot to be learned by battling you. We had our hopes up."

If talked to again after the player answered "No": "Could I ask you for another rematch?"

• When the opponent's last Pokémon is at critical health

"We're not done yet! There's no giving up!"

• Upon being defeated

"Hmm! My sturdy Pokémon--defeated!"

• After being defeated

"Argh... Came up short again... Do I talk to my son Roark to train together...? No, that's too embarrassing... Hmm... This is a dilemma..."

Pokémon Black 2 and White 2

Pokémon World Tournament

• Before battle (first round)

"I, Byron, will take your challenge!"

• Before battle (second round)

"Young Trainer! I'm Byron. As a wall for young people, I'll take your challenge!"

• Before battle (final round)

"Trainer! You're young, just like my son, Roark. With more young Trainers taking charge, the future of Pokémon is bright! So, as a wall for young people, I'll take your challenge!"

• Upon being defeated

"Hmm! My sturdy Pokémon--defeated!"

• If the player is defeated

"Gwahahaha! How were my sturdy Pokémon?!"

• After battle (if the player won)

"Gwahahaha! You were strong enough to take down my prized team of Pokémon. I recognize your power. Please show your power to other Trainers, too!"

• After battle (if the player lost)

"Gwahahaha! I happened to win this time, but we were under so much pressure, right? You've lost. Of course, you'll challenge me again, right? I look forward to it!"

• In the lobby (after the tournament)

"Guhahahaha! I lost, but I saw something great. Well, guess I'll go back to Sinnoh and start my son's training over! All right! Next time I take part in the tournament, I'll play to win!"