Grimsley/Quotes

These are Grimsley's quotes in the Pokémon games.

In the core series

Pokémon Black and White

Initial battle

•  Before battle

"Man oh man... What is going on today? Challengers coming one right after another. Well, no matter. I am Grimsley of the Elite Four, and I will fulfill my duty to be your opponent."

•  During battle (the first non-KO HP loss)

"I never thought you would use that move... Not a bad choice at all."

• After sending out last Pokémon

"Good, good... But I will never retreat from any battle."

• During battle (less than half HP)

"Even in this situation, there must be a way to triumph!"

• When defeated

"If somebody wins a battle, then, without doubt, someone else has lost the battle. That's the way of battle. A real warrior doesn't dash off in pursuit of the next victory, nor throw a fit when experiencing a loss. A real warrior ponders the next battle."

• After being defeated

"Whether or not you get to fight at full strength, whether or not luck smiles on you--none of that matters. Only results matter. And a loss is a loss. See, victory shines like a bright light. And right now, you and your Pokémon are shining brilliantly."

• General afterword

"Now, I'm nothing more than the guy who lost... Nothing more, nothing less. Sigh... You should take that strength and test it against the rest of the Elite Four."

• If defeated last

"Astonishing! You have defeated every member of the Pokémon League's Elite Four. But it isn't over yet. There is one more opponent against whom you must prove your strength. The pinnacle of the Pokémon League, the Champion, Alder... Or, perhaps, that man called N has defeated him and taken his title. I don't know which one you will face, but check the statue in the central plaza, and continue to the final room."

Rematch

• Before battle

"Life is a serious battle, and you have to use the tools you're given. It's more important to master the cards you're holding than to complain about the ones your opponents were dealt. Let us begin. And may the best Trainer win! Contests like this are proof that you are really living..."

• During battle (the first non-KO HP loss)

"You use the move here... It's good. It's fascinating."

• After sending out last Pokémon

"Well... I've never withdrawn from any battles."

• During battle (less than half HP)

"Even in this situation, there must be a way...to win."

• When defeated

"If somebody wins, the person who fought against that person will lose. That's battle. A good contender just seeks the next victory without bragging after winning, and without getting upset after losing."

• After being defeated

"There are bad ways to win-- and good ways to lose. What's interesting and troubling is that it's not always clear which is which. A flipped coin doesn't always land heads or tails. Sometimes it may never land at all..."

• General afterword

"Excellent! The nice thing about Pokémon battles is they teach the loser something, as well. That said... You should take that strength and test it against the rest of the Elite Four!"

• If defeated last

"Astonishing! You have defeated every member of the Pokémon League's Elite Four. But it isn't over yet. There is one more opponent against whom you must prove your strength. Check the statue in the central plaza, and continue to the final room."

Pokémon Black 2 and White 2

Initial battle

• Before battle

"What will be determined here is which of us can absorb the opponent's light and shine... But who will decide that? It shall be I, Grimsley of the Elite Four, and I will fulfill my duty to be your opponent."

• During battle (the first non-KO HP loss or switch)

"Now why would you use that move? If I can figure that out, I may be able to win!"

• After sending out last Pokémon

"A beautiful loss is still a loss, and an ugly win is still a win!"

• During battle (less than half HP)

"Even in a tough situation like this, there must be a way to triumph!"

• When defeated

"Where there's a winner, there's also a loser. It's pathetic to make a big deal out of losing if you weren't prepared. If you're a true Pokémon battler, you'll reflect upon your loss and think about how to win next time!"

• After being defeated

"Whether or not you get to fight at full strength, whether or not luck smiles on you--none of that matters. Only results matter. And a loss is a loss. See, victory shines like a bright light. And right now, you and your Pokémon are shining brilliantly."

• General afterword

"Now, I'm nothing more than the one who lost his light... But this loss will make me shine even brighter next time... If I think that way, it's not too bad. Sigh... You should take that strength and test it against the rest of the Elite Four."

• If defeated last

"Astonishing! You have defeated every member of the Pokémon League's Elite Four. But it isn't over yet. There is one more opponent against whom you must prove your strength. Check the statue in the central plaza, and continue to the final room."

Rematch

• Before battle

"Life is a serious battle, and you have to use the tools you're given. It's more important to master the cards you're holding than to complain about the ones your opponents were dealt. Let us begin. And may the best Trainer win! Contests like this are proof that you are really living..."

• During battle (the first non-KO HP loss)

"I never thought you would use that move... Not a bad choice at all."

• After sending out last Pokémon

"Those who give up on themselves can never claim victory!"

• During battle (less than half HP)

"There's got to be a way to win... Even in the most extreme of conditions!"

• When defeated

"Which Pokémon should I raise? Which moves should I teach my Pokémon? What items should I give my Pokémon? You need to think everything through very thoroughly if you want to win! In that sense, you're a very impressive battler!"

• After being defeated

"There are bad ways to win-- and good ways to lose. What's interesting and troubling is that it's not always clear which is which. A flipped coin doesn't always land heads or tails. Sometimes it may never land at all..."

• General afterword

"There's nothing left for the loser. I guess that's not true... Everything has a meaning. I just have to use the disappointment as a motivation to get strong. That said... You should take that strength and test it against the rest of the Elite Four!"

• If defeated last

"Astonishing! You have defeated every member of the Pokémon League's Elite Four. But it isn't over yet. There is one more opponent against whom you must prove your strength. Check the statue in the central plaza, and continue to the final room."

Pokémon Sun and Moon

Route 15

"Man oh man... What is going on today? Someone actually bothered coming to this kind of sad place?"

"Well, no matter. I'll take you on. Keep you company. Tell me. Uncle Grimsley is going to flip a coin. Will it be heads or tails?"

Heads/Tails: "...Astonishing. You just took a stab, like some kind of prophet. Right now, you and your Pokémon are shining brilliantly."

Neither: "...Astonishing. I had indeed been planning to have Skarmory snatch it out of the air as it spun in the sky."

"A loss is a loss. I'll give you Sharpedo's info for your Ride Pager then. Ride it to victory."

"Maybe you don't need to hear this from me, but I'm going to tell you anyway. If you press Ⓑ while riding on Sharpedo there, it'll jet forward and smash through rocks like those ones there."

"And here's a bit more unwanted advice. Po Town lies at the other end of Route 16 here. But it's thoroughly occupied by Team Skull. You shouldn't go there unless you want trouble."

• If talked to again

"If somebody wins a battle, then without doubt, someone else has lost the battle. That's the way of battle. I hope I might battle you someday."

Battle Tree

• Before battle

"The winner takes everything, and there's nothing left for the loser."

• Upon being defeated

"When one loses, they lose everything... The next thing I'll look for will be victory, too!"

• If the player is defeated

"If somebody wins, the person who fought against that person will lose."

Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon

Route 15

"A trial-goer, huh? And why would you be coming to a lonely odd place like this?"

I've gotta get Team Skull/I need a Ride Pokémon: "Uh-huh... I see you've got your reasons."

"Then...I'll take you on. Tell me. Uncle Grimsley is going to flip a coin. Will it be heads or tails?"

Heads/Tails: "...Astonishing. You just took a stab, like some kind of prophet. Right now, you and your Pokémon are shining brilliantly."

Neither: "...Astonishing. I had indeed been planning to have Skarmory snatch it out of the air as it spun in the sky."

"A loss is a loss. I'll give you Sharpedo's info for your Ride Pager then. Ride it to victory."

"Maybe you don't need to hear this from me, but I'm going to tell you anyway. If you press Ⓑ while riding on Sharpedo there, it'll jet forward and smash through rocks like those ones there."

"And here's a bit more unwanted advice. Po Town lies at the other end of Route 16 here. But it's thoroughly occupied by Team Skull. You shouldn't go there unless you want trouble."

• If talked to again

"If somebody wins a battle, then without doubt, someone else has lost the battle. That's the way of battle. I hope I might battle you someday."

• If talked to again after defeating Guzma in Po Town

"Sometimes you have to lay everything on the line in life, and risk it all... When I did that, though, I'm afraid I lost. I took to walking along the shore in my despair. And before I even noticed what I was doing, I ended up riding Alola's waves together with Sharpedo and Mantine... That's right... The role I'm meant to play now is to teach others what it means to ride..."

• After becoming the Champion

"Champion, huh... That's a title I haven't heard in a while. Allow me to offer my congratulations as a former member of the Unova region's own Elite Four... when we meet at Poni Island's Battle Tree!"

Battle Tree

• Before battle

"The winner takes everything, and there's nothing left for the loser."

• Upon being defeated

"When one loses, they lose everything... The next thing I'll look for will be victory, too!"

• If the player is defeated

"If somebody wins, the person who fought against that person will lose."

In the spin-off games

Pokémon Masters EX

Main article: Grimsley (Masters)

Grimsley's regular and kimono variants share their voice lines unless mentioned otherwise.

Menu interface (voice clips)

• After being recruited for the first time

"Call me Grimsley. I guess you could say I'm a bit of a risk taker. I live for battles! That's my destiny."

• Subsequent recruitments

"Lots of things make me happy, but I don't let my emotions show."

• After being recruited (Sygna Suit)

"To risk it all...just one Trainer and one Pokémon... It's like candy for a thrill seeker like me."

• Sync pair viewer

"Life is a serious battle. And you've gotta do your best with the hand you're dealt."

"When somebody wins, somebody also has to lose. That's just the way of battle."

• Sync pair viewer (Sygna Suit)

"Learning how to utilize the cards you're dealt is an important skill to master."

"Where there's a winner, there's a loser. True battlers reflect on their losses and think about how to win next time."

• Selection screen (forming team)

"I'll show you what it means to be a real Trainer."

• Selection screen (forming team, Sygna Suit)

"Following your lead seems like a good bet."

• Selection screen (disbanding team)

"Until we meet again."

• Selection screen (disbanding team, Sygna Suit)

"See you around, then!"

• Upon learning a new lucky skill

"Time to celebrate."

• Upon learning a new lucky skill (Sygna Suit)

"This could be our new trump card!"

• Upon leveling up

"I feel like a winner today!"

• Upon leveling up (Sygna Suit)

"The odds are in our favor now."

• Upon reaching max level

"Looks like I'm holding all the cards now!"

• Upon reaching max level (Sygna Suit)

"Guess who's holding all the aces!"

• Upon unlocking a new level cap

"Trusting yourself is part of becoming a strong Trainer."

• Upon unlocking a new level cap (Sygna Suit)

"Knowing your strengths and weaknesses is the key to winning."

• Receiving EX style

"Victory shines like a bright light."

• Receiving EX style (Sygna Suit)

"This could be our new trump card!"

• During conversation

"Do you have a moment?"

"Hey, you."

"Yes?"

"Eheh."

"Ehahahahaha!"

"Hmm-hm-hm-hmm! ♪"

"Hmph!"

"Psh, sure."

"Good job!"

"Astonishing!"

"I believe congratulations are in order."

"Give it your all!"

"Huh?"

"What are you doing?!"

"No dice."

"Gah..."

"I did not account for this..."

"I can't believe it..."

"It's all about the luck of the moment. Hah..."

"What?"

"What in the world?!"

"No! Impossible!"

"Ueck."

"Nothing to be done..."

"Time to think."

"Only results matter!"

"Thanks!"

"I must apologize."

"You can leave it to me."

"I would never."

"Guh!"

"Perhaps you can help me."

"I understand now."

"Fascinating!"

"Umm..."

"Until we meet again."

"Victory shines like a bright light."

"I will never retreat."

• During conversation (Sygna Suit)

"Listen."

"Hey!"

"Yeah."

"Aheh."

"Ahahahahaha."

"Hmhmhmhmhmhm!"

"Hm."

"Aha, huh."

"Not bad."

"I'm impressed!"

"Congratulations."

"Give it your best shot!"

"Huggh..."

"Unbelievable!"

"No."

"Uugh..."

"Uhhh, hh..."

"What a nightmare..."

"Mm, hoooh."

"Huh?"

"What?!"

"What!"

"Naagh."

"Nuuh."

"Hmmm."

"Fine."

"Well, thank you."

"My apologies."

"Of course."

"I don't think so."

"O-ow!"

"I'd appreciate the favor."

"Interesting..."

"Well, well."

"Ahaha..."

"See you around, then!"

"I'll show you what a true competitor looks like."

"All cards on the table!"

• During special log-in conversation (morning)

"Good morning. Something tells me luck's on our side today."

"I'm not really a morning person... I tend to stay up late battling most nights."*

• During special log-in conversation (afternoon)

"Eating a proper meal should be your first step to prepare for battle."

"I study new moves during the day—and then battle with them at night. That's my style."*

• During special log-in conversation (evening)

"Dark nights are for daredevils like me. Are you a daredevil, too?"

"Some people say nights are calm and relaxing, but for a thrill-seeker like me, they get the blood pumping."*

• During special log-in conversation (morning) (Sygna Suit)

"When I got up this morning, the thought of all the battles waiting for me woke me up like a hot cup of coffee."

"I've never been much of a morning person... Unless I've got a Pokémon battle waiting for me, of course."

• During special log-in conversation (afternoon) (Sygna Suit)

"If you skip a meal, you might not be at full strength when you need it. It sounds like common sense, but it's easy to forget."

"I was thinking of heading to the beach. For some reason, I've always been drawn to the sound of the waves."

• During special log-in conversation (evening) (Sygna Suit)

"It's time to get out on the town. When you live and breathe competition like I do, the darkness of night is no obstacle to battling."

"Imagine—a one-night-only, winner-takes-all tournament. I'd jump at the chance to compete in something like that."

• During special gift conversation

"Use this. For victory."

• During special gift conversation (Sygna Suit)

"Here! I wanted to give you this."

Battle interface (voice clips)

• Co-op match screen

"Only results matter!"

• Co-op match screen (Sygna Suit)

"Fine."

• VS screen

"May the best Trainer win."

• VS screen (Sygna Suit)

"Winner takes all!"

• Sending out Pokémon

"Now!"

• Sending out Pokémon (Sygna Suit)

"Ready?"

• Using Pokémon move

"Go!"

"This is it!"

• Using Pokémon move (Sygna Suit)

"Now!"

"There!"

• Using item

"I'll handle this!"

• Using item (Sygna Suit)

"My turn."

• Using Trainer move

"I never miss a chance."

• Using Trainer move (Sygna Suit)

"Time to up the ante!"

• Using sync move

"It's showtime!"

• Using sync move (Sygna Suit)

"All cards on the table!"

• Using sync move (Kimono)

"You can leave it to me."

• Unity attack / theme skill

"All in!"

"Destiny!"

"Win!"

• Unity attack / theme skill (Sygna Suit)

"All in!"

"Destiny!"

"Win!"

• Uh-oh!

"Time to think."

• Uh-oh! (Sygna Suit)

"I'll show you what a true competitor looks like."

• Switching in

"It's showtime!"

• Switching in (Sygna Suit)

"Ante up."

• Recalling fainted Pokémon

"That was bad luck."

• Recalling fainted Pokémon (Sygna Suit)

"Better luck next time."

• "Nice" emote

"That's some cool-headed thinking."

• "Nice" emote (Sygna Suit)

"Good move!"

• "Watch out" emote

"Don't let your guard down!"

• "Watch out" emote (Sygna Suit)

"Don't get too hasty!"

• "Let's do this" emote

"Contests like this are proof that you're really living!"

• "Let's do this" emote (Sygna Suit)

"I like your style, kid!"

• "Thanks" emote

"Thanks!"

• "Thanks" emote (Sygna Suit)

"Well, thank you."

• Defeat

"A loss is a loss."

• Defeat (Sygna Suit)

"Fair game."

• Victory

"Eheh."

"Triumph! Only results matter."

• Victory (Sygna Suit)

"Aheh."

"Looks like the odds were in our favor."

Main Story PML Arc - Chapter 15 - Dubious Duo

• Dubious Duo: Part 1

"Oh, don't play coy, Nanu."

"Remind me...who was it that completely overpowered our last opponents after saying that very same thing?"

"Surrounding yourself in a blanket of smoke, keeping your cards close to your chest... Typical Nanu."

"Heh heh..."

"I get the feeling those same tactics won't work on our newest contenders, though."

"These Trainers are earnest–I can see it in their eyes. They're not the type to fall for cheap tricks or bluffs."

• Dubious Duo: Part 2

"I think I'll pass for now."

"There's only room for one wild card in any good deck."

"Guess this is the end of the road for our little team."

"It's fine. All par for the course... Game aficionados like myself are used to diving into competitions on a whim."

"Besides, I think I know what your true aim is here, anyway."

"You think the kid's the best way to get to the bottom of it, huh?"

"I'll admit, <player> does have a way of drawing out the passion in others. A born leader."

"I mean, he'd/she'd have to be if he/she managed to impassion a jaded guy like me."

"That's reason enough to make him/her a target... So you decided to follow along to protect him/her and his/her team. That's what this is all about?"

"Well, why don't you just do what you want and let me do the same."

"Who knows? The next time we meet, we might be fighting on opposing teams."

"Hmph. I still can't tell what's going on in that head of yours."

"I think it's time I took my leave..."

"What is it?"

"I'll think about it, old man."

Main Story PML Arc - Chapter 24 - A Shining Spotlight

• A Dazzling New Stage: Part 3
• Off-screen, as "???"

"A battle is a fluid thing, and the advantage changes back and forth. That kind of uncertain chance is what makes it interesting."

"I'm going to really enjoy battling him/her."

"It'll be a great battle that will rage like churning waters on the stormy seas..."

Main Story PML Arc - Chapter 25 - A Glorious Gambit

• A Glorious Gambit: Part 1

"... ... ..."

"You've got me wrong. All-or-nothing games aren't my style."

"Every card in the deck has the potential to bring home a win. All I do is show them the way."

"I've never withdrawn from any battles."

"But, well, what's a player to do when they don't have a single card to play?"

"I think it's about time I cut my losses."

"See what's next out there for ol' Grimsley..."

"Hello there, Will. Karen."

"What business could a couple of Indigo Elite Four members possibly have with me?"

"... ... ..."

"... ... ..."

"The winner takes everything, and there's nothing left for the loser."

"That's been the philosophy guiding all my battles up till now, and that's not about to change."

"In the heat of the moment, I could choose to make a move, believing it would win us the battle..."

"but the cost of that choice would be that your dear partner Pokémon get hurt."

"Are you sure you can stand here in front of your partners and tell me that's all right?"

"... ... ..."

"What?"

"... ... ..."

"All right. Then...I'll take you on."

"Ol' Grimsley is going to flip a coin. Heads, you two win and I join your team."

"Tails, you lose and we forget about all this talk."

"Heh. No need to worry."

"Those who give up on themselves can never claim victory."

• Off-screen

"But for those who don't give up, anything is possible..."

• On-screen, wearing his sygna suit

"Well, hello again, <player> and his/her teammates."

"Well, after some twists and turns, yes."

"Looks like I was right when I said we'd be fighting on opposing teams the next time we meet, huh, Nanu?"

"Why, yes. Allow me to introduce you to Sharpedo."

"I realized a more aggressive fighting style would help me bring out the best plays for this team."

"It seems the sheer thrill of my new style really inspired the designer of these sygna suits, and...well, the outfit clearly speaks for itself."

"Oops! Sorry about that! He's a bit of a wild one."

"But his fearlessness more than makes up for it. He doesn't mind taking a few licks if it means winning the battle."

"<player>, Nanu... Victory is calling me."

"My team and I are going to take the entire PML!"

"I'm putting everything on the line in this battle."

"Let the game begin!"

• A Glorious Gambit: Part 2

"Well, isn't that something?"

"I played my hand for all it was worth, and yet...here we are."

"Victory's yours, <player>."

Thank you!: "This marks the second time I've seen that look on your face. It's not bad at all."

"I just wish it didn't also mark the second time I've lost to you."

You and your team were really tough, Grimsley.: "Heh. Maybe, but a loss is a loss."

"The winner takes all, and there's nothing left for the loser."

"That's the way of battle. I'm back to having nothing left."

"Will... Karen..."

"Heh. I guess we're all Trainers of a particularly strange feather."

"Let's get going. Losers like us don't get to stick around onstage."

"Oh, Nanu..."

"It looks like my visit to Alola might have to wait a little while."

Main Story PML Arc - Chapter 30 - The Road to Victory

• The Road to Victory: Part 2
• Wearing his sygna suit

• If spoken to

"Before you head off to your big match, wanna see what lady luck's got in store for you, <player>?"

"I'll flip a coin. If you guess right, you win, and that means you'll also win the finals."

"Get it wrong, and you lose...and unfortunately, you also lose the finals."

"Ready? Call it."

Heads./Tails.: "Got it."

"Let's see the results..."

"Heh. Your win."

"OK, I may have rigged it... But it probably helped boost your confidence, right?"

"Heh... Guess nothing gets past you, Nanu."

"I gotta admit, you make a convincing argument."

"I guess you didn't really need any help... Let's just forget it happened."

"I'm gonna enjoy watching you battle out there in your big match!"

• If spoken to again

"Heh. You don't really mean that, do you?"

Story Event - Family Ties

• Gladion the Gladiator?

"This must be Gladion."

"I see what you meant, Hapu. He does have a sharp look in his eyes."

"Hmph."

"I'm Grimsley, one of the Unova Elite Four."

"Hmph."

"And I'll be waiting to battle you myself once you get there."

"Hmph. Give it your best shot, Gladion the Gladiator."

Costume Event - Poké War Games

• Team Huddle
• Off-screen, as "???"

"There's no need to rush, m'lady. Go at your own pace."

• After appearing, as Grimsley, wearing his kimono

"I'll stay by your side and help you out."

• Clash of Factions

"Well played, m'lady!"

"It's not just you. We haven't actually gone very far at all."

"But that's because that costume is limiting your movement. It's not your fault."

"Don't sweat it. Let's just take it slow and steady, one step at a time."

"Hmm..."

"Well, there is one way to do that... A way that uses your solid defensive moves to our advantage."

"Well, hear me out..."

"Whaddya think? Pretty good strategy, right?"

• The Final Stretch

"That was some impressive defense, m'lady."

"I guess it'd be uncouth of me to jump in at this point... I'll bow out and let our leaders decide the battle."

"I'd much rather watch how this plays out as a spectator anyway. Which team will tip the odds in their favor?"

Solo Event - It's All Good

• Troubled Trainers
• Off-screen, as "???"

"And why would you come to a lonely odd place like this?"

• After appearing, as Grimsley, wearing his kimono

"It looks like something's bothering you."

"I see. In that case, let's make a little bet."

"Here's how it'll work: I'll take the three of you to a certain location."

"If that takes care of what's bothering you, then I win the bet."

"And if it doesn't, then you win."

"No pressure or anything. It's up to you whether you take the bet or not. So whaddya say?"

"Well that'd be too easy, wouldn't it?"

"So, will you take the bet?"

Meow Meow Meow!

• So Many Meowth!

"Why are there so many Meowth here?"

"I see. So that's why."

"I've heard that Meowth's characteristics can differ from region to region."

"A Meowth master, eh? That's ambitious."

"Maybe I should flip a coin to predict how that future of yours will turn out."

"Welp, it took my coin."

Special Event - Metronome Day

• Off-screen, as "???"

"I agree to those terms."

• After appearing, as Grimsley

"In order to win, sometimes you need to take big risks."

"In times like that, if you can't trust your own luck, you won't be able to win a match you ought to."

• If spoken to

"Clefairy is a Pokémon that has a connection with the moon..."

"I hope your luck in battle isn't waning!"

Story Event - Who's the Best Singer?

• Piers the Melancholy

"Neither do I..."

"Are you OK with that, Piers?"

"I see...then I'm all in."

"It'll be interesting to take on a challenge and see whether we succeed or fail."

"It does add depth to the song..."

Special Battle Event - Take on a serious Nate!

• Welcome, Amazing Challenger!
• Before battle

"Astonishing!"

"You have defeated every member of the Unova region's Elite Four."

"But it isn't over yet."

"There is one more opponent against whom you must prove your strength!"

"Though..."

"I'm sure you already have a good idea of who that person is."

Sync Pair Story - A Day with Grimsley

"... ... ... ... ... ..."

"Is that you, <player>?"

Uh... Yes...: "I thought so. You must be lost."

No...: "It's not very nice to lie, you know. Either way, you don't fool me."

"It isn't difficult, by the way... I simply memorized the sound of your footsteps—nothing more."

"However..."

"that last round shouldn't count, Liepard."

Liepard?!: "Didn't know she was there, did you? Though I wouldn't really expect you to."

Round of what?: "Oh, just a game my Pokémon and I like to play. We find the competition entertaining."

"I don't know if you know this, but a Liepard can conceal its presence, allowing it to stealthily sneak up on its targets."

"So our little game consists of me closing my eyes and attempting to guess Liepard's location."

"Looks like Liepard is pretty keen on our little game as well."

"Though originally, it was merely an exercise to bolster my competitive instincts."

Like training?: "You might say that, yes. We've been doing it for a long, long time."

Your game isn't for fun?: "As someone who lives and breathes competition like I do, you know games are never just fun. We take them seriously. We play to win."

"My past isn't all sunshine and daisies, kid. Back when I lived at the family estate, I had to learn how to read people..."

"Adults can be tricky, see. I was in a situation where I had to suss out who was being straight with me and who was trying to use me."

"Eventually, I discovered how to do that. It's all about goals and intentions—figuring out what people want the most."

"That's what drives people to do what they do. Figure that out, and you'll see through any lie or bluff... That, kid, is how you win a game."

"Judging by the question you asked me a moment ago, I'm pretty sure I could guess what sort of victory you crave the most."

That's incredible!: "You're an honest kid. I can't fault you for that."

"And you know what? Sometimes it's the most honest, purehearted of us that end up becoming the strongest of all."

Come on... You couldn't possibly know that.: "Don't believe me? Well then, I guess you'll just have to wait until we battle to find out if I'm telling the truth or not."

"Don't expect me to reveal my hand until we do, though."

"Heh heh... I think Liepard wants to test you now."

"Well, <player>, close your eyes... Tell me, where do you think Liepard is right now?"

Behind me!/Above me!: "Heh heh... The answer is..."

"Uh oh... Sounds like Liepard's a little cranky."

"She must be sulking. She probably thought she could sneak up on you, but instead you found her right away."

"You're a tenacious one, aren't you, kid? That might come in handy for you soon."

"Finding your way through to the other side of this mountain's a bit of a gamble. There's a fork in the path up ahead that goes left or right."

"Heh heh... You've got the makings of a real competitor in you, kid. And, well...no risk, no gain, right?"

"Indulge Uncle Grimsley in a game of chance... Tell me. Which path will you choose?"

Sync Pair Story - A Day with Sygna Suit Grimsley

Hey, Grimsley!: "Hey, <player>. I had a sneaking suspicion you'd call out to me. Looks like my coin toss was right on the money."

Maybe I should leave them alone...: "<player>. I thought you'd call out to me. Guess that coin I flipped landed on the wrong side..."

"Why the surprised look on your face? Is it really so unusual that I was aware of your presence?"

"No, maybe you're surprised about something else..."

"Are you wondering what I'm doing out here in the middle of the day, when battles at night are more my style?"

"I see. Well, you certainly have a valid reason to be surprised. Can you guess why I'm here, then?"

You're training!: "Heh, I suppose it would look that way. You could call it both playing and training. I was riding the waves with Sharpedo."

You're playing!: "Heh, I suppose it does look that way. You could call it both playing and training. I was riding the waves with Sharpedo."

"Why do you still look so surprised?"

"Did you know there's a part of the world where people surf on Sharpedo? It's treated like a sport there."

"Sharpedo is known as the bully of the sea, and it swims at incredibly high speeds. Sounds fun to surf on, doesn't it?"

"There's no greater thrill than the rough and wild swimming of a Sharpedo. Plus, surfing on one is an excellent way to hone your reflexes."

"Sharpedo and I work as one, reading the ocean's current as we ride the waves together."

"Being so synchronized also helps us work toward being the best in a variety of battle situations."

"When you train with your partner, you can feel the power that only they possess."

You're right!: "Heh. I had a feeling you'd understand."

You can?: "Heh. You should have more confidence in yourself. You're stronger than you realize."

"Plus, sync strength has a profound effect on battles here."

"You could say that all the time you spend together is just practice for your next victory."

"Say, how would you like to try surfing sometime?"

I'm down to try it!: "Heh. Looks like we're both cut from the same thrill-seeking cloth."

I'm good for now.: "Oh well. If you ever change your mind, let me know. Maybe we can compete against each other once your surfing skills are up to snuff."

"As a thrill seeker, I'm excited to see just how much you improve."

Sync Pair Story - A Day with Grimsley (Kimono)

"I'm looking forward to the day we match wits again."

"Well, well. If it isn't <player>."

You had a battle?: "I most certainly did. It wasn't a Pokémon battle, though."

Bisharp looks happy.: "That's because she hit the jackpot."

"Here's what happened. While we were walking, Bisharp came across a stone that's perfect for sharpening her blades..."

"but at the same time, Steven spotted the stone and decided that he wanted it as well."

"I guess to him, it was some sort of rare stone."

"So I proposed settling the matter like gentlemen... With a bet."

"It was a very simple bet."

"Who would be the next to walk by us on the road, a boy or a girl?"

"Steven said that it would be a boy, and Bisharp thought it would be a girl. And just like that, we had a bet."

"Mere moments later, a male Trainer walked by."

So that was it?: "No. You see, there was one small problem."

It wasn't a girl?: "That's right. It was a male Trainer."

"I was just about to shake Steven's hand and congratulate him on winning the bet when Bisharp stopped me."

"That took me by surprise, because Bisharp isn't the type of Pokémon to break her promises."

"I knew there had to be some reason why she stopped me."

"Just then, I noticed something. The Trainer had a partner Pokémon—a Pawniard. And not only that..."

"but the Pawniard was actually walking in front of the Trainer."

"Sure enough, I asked the Trainer whether his Pawniard was male or female, and it turned out she was a girl!"

How funny!: "Yeah. I have to admit, I was amused as well."

Bisharp knew?: "It appears that way!"

"You really can't tell just from a Pawniard's appearance alone, but Bisharp noticed right away."

"I know my Bisharp very well, but every now and then, she surprises me."

"That's why I adore her so much."

You know her well?: "Bisharp and I go way back."

"That's why I almost always know what she's thinking."

You're best buddies, eh?: "That's right. We've been partners for ages."

"When we battle, Bisharp often goes into motion before I've even given her a command, because she knows what I'm going to say."

"I guess after spending so much time around a risk taker like me, she's gotten pretty good at reading people."

"I can't say for sure if she really understands my every thought."

"But I know I've always got her back—and she's always got mine."

"Well, would you look at that? She's itching to put her freshly sharpened blades to the test."

"What do you say, <player>? Care for a battle?"

"When it comes to surprises, you definitely are full of them."

"A battle between wild cards like you and me is certain to be a thrill."

Pokémon Center

• During sync background preview

"A beautiful loss is still a loss, and an ugly win is still a win!"

• During sync background preview (Sygna Suit)

"I've got to keep my fangs sharp so I can have the best battles possible."

• During sync background preview (Kimono)

"I'm going to flip a coin. Will it be heads or tails?"

• Random conversation

"One of my comrades back home is a Pokémon called Bisharp, a species native to the Unova region."

"Bisharp's body is protected by steel armor, and it has a fondness for slicing into whatever it sees."

"It glides through the battlefield regally, like shuffling a deck of cards."

"The way it seems to own the battle with its charm has made it one of my favorite Pokémon to battle with."

• If spoken to again

"I hope someday you, too, will discover a Pokémon that draws your gaze with its beauty and charm in battle."

"When you do, I have a feeling you'll develop a new thirst for victory within you as well."

• Random conversation

"I'm fond of a great many Pokémon..."

"but it's Liepard's strength that I'd risk it all on."

"The way she pounces with devastating blows faster than her opponents can predict them..."

"Sure, there's always some manner of luck involved—but that just adds to the flavor."

• If spoken to again

"When you find a Pokémon that you adore, go out on a limb for it—take risks."

"When you crave victory for your Pokémon, that desire feeds into your Pokémon's strength."

• Random conversation

"It's plain to see that every Trainer here on Pasio has a thirst for battle—myself among them."

"I, too, wish to revel in the joy of Pokémon battling."

"I wonder... Who do you think will rise to the top and claim victory here on Pasio?"

"I suppose that's a foolish question—the natural response of any Trainer would be themselves, of course."

• If spoken to again

"If I had to wager a guess at who lady luck favors most, besides myself..."

"well, I suppose I'd wager on you—hypothetically, of course. You have potential. I see great things in your future."

"Why not cast your lot with me, and we can claim victory together?"

• Random conversation

"In a Pokémon battle, we seek victory—never defeat."

"For us, battling with our Pokémon is a way to satisfy our desire to win—to get what we want."

"I don't let myself get distracted by losses or grow bigheaded when victorious—I simply seek to win my next battle."

"That is my pure and honest desire, and I have no need to hesitate."

• If spoken to again

"It's not wrong to thirst for battle."

"A pure, true desire to win has the power to change one's fate, despite the inevitable losses one must sometimes face."

"When the time comes for you to face adversity, I wonder how the cards will fall."

• Random conversation

"You like Pokémon, don't you?"

"I love Pokémon more than anything else in the world, as all Trainers do..."

"but let me get one thing off my chest."

"Battles can be used to settle a lot of different things."

"However, battling others just to profess that your love is better than theirs... That's just deplorable."

• If spoken to again

"Telling someone that their feelings are wrong—or getting in the way of someone else's love—is not a nice thing to do."

"When it comes to loving your Pokémon, everyone can be a champion."

• Random conversation

"The Pokémon you choose, the moves they use, and the Trainers you team up with..."

"are all impeccable choices, the way I see it. You know how it feels to thirst for victory and triumph."

"From my perspective, it looks like you still have some room to grow when it comes to following through on the battlefield..."

"but if that's just your playfulness that I'm seeing, then perhaps I'm wrong. "

• If spoken to again

"After all, having a thirst for victory is not a bad thing in and of itself..."

"but if you can afford to have some fun along the way, it should be encouraged."

"A bit of adventurousness can be the ace up your sleeve, you know. I can appreciate that in a battle opponent."

• Random conversation

"Highly competitive Trainers don't tend to flock together."

"You see, the strongest Trainers know they'll eventually have to face one another, and that doesn't lend itself to chummy teamwork."

"That being said, teaming up with you and claiming victory together versus individually... That has its own brilliant shine."

"I want to experience more of that shine."

• If spoken to again

"Being a Pokémon Trainer isn't something you can do alone."

"You always have your Pokémon fighting there beside you. You can't have a real battle otherwise."

"In order to win, you have to be able to trust your Pokémon and your Pokémon has to have faith in you."

"The Trainers who possess the strongest trust are the ones who will win—particularly here on Pasio with this many Trainers competing."

• Random conversation (Sygna Suit)

"This outfit was custom-made for me by a designer here on Pasio."

"Apparently, the designer took inspiration from Sharpedo's nickname—the bully of the sea."

"Sharpedo can swim at speeds of up to 75 miles per hour, and its fangs can rip through sheet iron."

"I've got to keep my fangs sharp, too, so I can have the best battles possible."

• If spoken to again

"Sharpedo is quite aggressive, and it's very sensitive to the scent of blood. I like those qualities."

"After all, keen senses are crucial for a risk taker like me..."

"Even the smallest factors can mean the difference between victory and defeat. Remember that."

• Random conversation (Sygna Suit)

"When Sharpedo becomes Mega Sharpedo, it gains very flashy markings all over its body."

"They're actually old battle scars... I suppose you could call them medals."

"Luck is a factor in any battle, of course, but experience makes all the difference."

"Your experiences here on Pasio should be a good foundation for you to build on."

• If spoken to again

"Sharpedo's fangs always grow back no matter how many times they break or snap off in battle."

"Whether you win or lose, you still gain something from a battle—a chance to become even stronger."

"Being part of your team means Sharpedo and I can show you what we're truly capable of."

• Random conversation (Sygna Suit)

"Everyone's got to play the hand they're dealt in life..."

"A good risk taker must keep that in mind."

"In the same way, a good Trainer knows not to face the rough seas of life alone, but with their Pokémon at their side."

"You truly care about your Pokémon, and your battle instincts aren't too shabby, either. You might have a future in the gaming circuit someday."

• If spoken to again

"If somebody wins a battle, then, without doubt, someone else has lost. That's the way of battle."

"In order to win, a Trainer and their Pokémon must become stronger together."

"Truly great battles demand equally great strength. You can't have one without the other."

• Random conversation (Sygna Suit)

"Surfing the waves with Sharpedo is a great way to improve your balance and concentration."

"The trick is to be in perfect sync with your Pokémon. If you can do that, even choppy waves and crosswinds won't trip you up."

"Hmm. This is harder to explain than I thought..."

"If you want, I'll let you ride Sharpedo sometime."

• If spoken to again

"Riding the waves on Sharpedo gives you a wonderful sense of speed."

"You can't really understand how thrilling it is unless you experience it for yourself. And once you do, it sticks with you forever."

"The same could be also said of Pokémon battles. Take you, for example—I can see the light in your eyes shining brilliantly after every battle."

• Random conversation (Sygna Suit)

"Watching you up close, it's quite easy to see just how much you love Pokémon battles, <player>."

"Raising Pokémon, teaching them moves, collecting items to give them... If you neglect even one of these areas, victory gets further from your grasp."

"But you don't shirk a single responsibility, and you still manage to enjoy yourself during battles. That's quite remarkable."

• If spoken to again

"Your Pokémon battles are quite interesting, <player>."

"They get the crowd cheering and fire up your teammates to battle alongside you."

"That's why, at times, I think I'd like to battle you as a rival..."

"Whenever the opportunity presents itself, I hope you'll allow me to battle you."

• Random conversation (Sygna Suit)

"Battle is not a climb to reach a mountain's peak, but a journey of discovery across a vast ocean."

"No one is invincible. Every Trainer has tasted defeat at one time or another."

"Win or lose, what matters is whether you channel it into your next experience."

"Battle seems simple, but it's not until you dive in that you realize just how deep it really is. That's why I've dedicated my life to it."

• If spoken to again

"The depth of battle is difficult to explain with just words alone."

"If you'd like to learn more about the joy of battle, I'd be more than happy to lend a hand."

"Not just as a risk taker, but as a Trainer, too."

• Random conversation (Sygna Suit)

"The most intriguing part of any battle is the opponent you're facing."

"Especially on Pasio, where there is no shortage of intriguing Trainers, each with their own unique approach to battle."

"Since I'm already wearing my sygna suit, I might as well dedicate myself to enjoying the battles that can only be experienced on this island."

• If spoken to again

"I like this sygna suit. It captures the unique ambience of Pasio."

"I'd expect nothing less from an outfit inspired by Sharpedo's reputation as the bully of the sea."

"As a risk taker, I've got to do justice to these clothes. I'll have to find some impossible odds to overcome."

• Random conversation (Kimono)

"When people aren't winning, they tend to get frustrated and impatient."

"At times like that, the trick is to relax and enjoy the battle."

"Fortune smiles not on those who obsess over winning or losing. It shines on those who are having the most fun."

• Random conversation (Kimono)

"It's said that Bisharp are so level-headed, they don't even change their expression when they deal the finishing blow to their prey."

"They're also very observant. They keep a keen eye on their minions, ensuring none of them even thinks about double-crossing their leader."

"Heh... As long as Bisharp and I are on the lookout, no one's going to pull a fast one on us."

• Random conversation (Kimono)

"Every day, without fail, Bisharp will sharpen the blade on her head."

"She's always ready for anything—and always capable of peak performance."

"Just the perfect partner for a Trainer like me, eh?"

• Random conversation (Kimono)

"I almost always wear clothes that are formal and tight fitting."

"Sometimes, though, it's nice to wear something a little more loose and comfortable, like this."

"If you ever feel like you want to switch things up, a wardrobe change is a good place to start."

• Random conversation (Kimono)

"There are many different kinds of card players."

"For example, there are those who leave everything to chance and go all-or-nothing. Then there are those who carefully play the hand they're dealt."

"I'm one of the latter kind. What kind are you, <player>?"

"I guess I'll have to take you on and find out."

• Random conversation (Kimono)

"The young and the talented have infinite potential within them."

"I'm always really interested in how that potential will be realized as they grow."

"I've definitely got my eye on you as well. I can't wait to see how you turn out!"

• If spoken to again

"Just like a roll of the dice, no one knows what your future will bring."

"We have unlimited potential precisely because we don't know our future. Even then, we still want to know. Funny, isn't it?"

• Random conversation (Kimono)

"Just like the ocean, Pasio is come one, come all."

"I think that's why there are so many sync pairs with their own unique flair here on Pasio."

"I'd say that both you and I fit that description pretty well."

• If spoken to again

"I don't know if Pasio called me to it or if it was I who was drawn to Pasio."

"Either way, I was able to meet sync pairs like you and all the others."

"I think I'll stay here for a while and see how you and all the other young, promising Trainers turn out."

• Special log-in conversation (generic)

"I've got a good feeling about today. Luck seems to be in my favor whenever you're around, <player>."

"I'm getting antsy just thinking about all the battles that await us today."

• Special log-in conversation (generic) (Sygna Suit)

"Hey, <player>. Meeting you today must mean luck is smiling on me."

"Heh... Seems like this ought to ease my boredom for a little while."

• Special log-in conversation (generic) (Kimono)

"Hey, <player>. I thought I'd run into you about now."

"Battles come down to luck in the end. What kind of luck will today bring?"

• Special log-in conversation (morning)

"Good morning. Something tells me luck's on our side today."

• Special log-in conversation (morning)

"I'm not really a morning person... I tend to stay up late battling most nights."*

"I'm not really a morning person... I tend to stay up late battling, most nights."*

• Special log-in conversation (afternoon)

"Eating a proper meal should be your first step to prepare for battle."

• Special log-in conversation (afternoon)

"I study new moves during the day—and then battle with them at night. That's my style."*

• Special log-in conversation (evening)

"Dark nights are for daredevils like me. Are you a daredevil, too?"

• Special log-in conversation (evening)

"Some people say nights are calm and relaxing, but for a thrill-seeker like me, they get the blood pumping."*

"Some people say nights are calm and relaxing, but for a thrill seeker like me, they get the blood pumping."*

• Special log-in conversation (morning) (Sygna Suit)

"When I got up this morning, the thought of all the battles waiting for me woke me up like a hot cup of coffee."

• Special log-in conversation (morning) (Sygna Suit)

"I've never been much of a morning person... Unless I've got a Pokémon battle waiting for me, of course."

• Special log-in conversation (afternoon) (Sygna Suit)

"If you skip a meal, you might not be at full strength when you need it. It sounds like common sense, but it's easy to forget."

• Special log-in conversation (afternoon) (Sygna Suit)

"I was thinking of heading to the beach. For some reason, I've always been drawn to the sound of the waves."

• Special log-in conversation (evening) (Sygna Suit)

"It's time to get out on the town. When you live and breathe competition like I do, the darkness of night is no obstacle to battling."

• Special log-in conversation (evening) (Sygna Suit)

"Imagine—a one-night-only, winner-takes-all tournament. I'd jump at the chance to compete in something like that."

• Special gift conversation

"Ah, looks like I caught you at just the right time. I have something for you."

"Here, don't be shy. May it serve you well."

• After giving out item

"If you want more, you'll have to fend for yourself."

• Special gift conversation (Sygna Suit)

"Somehow I knew you'd be here. When you're a risk taker like I am, you develop a sixth sense for this sort of thing."

"You should have this. I'm sure it'll come in handy when the odds are stacked against you."

• After giving out item

"Every Trainer uses items differently."

"I'm curious to see exactly how you'll use that."

• Special gift conversation (Kimono)

"Here's something for you. It's just what you needed, right?"

• After giving out item

"I've got a great intuition for these things. Go on—use it however you want."

• Special Bug-type training event intro

"Are you here to ask me for a battle, too? If you are, let's see who lady luck favors... This should be interesting."

• Special Bug-type training event blurb

"An all-out battle once in a while isn't so bad."

• Special Bug-type training event conversation

"Where there's a winner, there's also a loser. That's what a battle is."

• Challenge Unova special event conversation with Marshal and Shauntal

"Time's up."

"So what's it gonna be, Marshal?"

"It's tails. You lose again, Marshal."

"You said you wanted special training to learn how to read your opponent's expressions in Pokémon battles, right?"

"But I think there are better ways for you to get stronger."

"Heh, I like that gusto."

• Special Type Team-Up Daily Type Rotation event conversation with Sidney and Piers

"I hear the competition between Gym Leaders is fierce, though. Guess it can be different from region to region."