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Hardin/Quotes (Heroes)

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Hardin: Dark Emperor

At the castle

My name is Hardin, Emperor of the Holy Empire of Archanea. If you do not wish to be scarred by my fury, you will give me your name in return.
— When summoned.
It seems human greed and warmongering are traits that persist across many worlds. Fascinating... Let me see just what the power of your many Heroes can achieve.
— At the castle.
Parading this prince of light as some devoted patriot knight... Nothing but a grand deception. It will not feed the citizens. If a country is weak, its future holds only decay and inevitable collapse.
— At the castle.
Uncommon though your strength may be, it is no match for the Darksphere I hold. Do not forget your place.
— At the castle.
It is my duty to elevate individuals who demonstrate greatness. If you do so, I will gladly welcome you into the Archanean Imperial Army.
— At the castle.
I feel as if I've freshly awoken from a nightmare... Yet I long for battle still. The spirit of the Coyote lives on.
— At the castle.
You're gathering Heroes from across many countries? Surely you don't intend on defying my army with them.
— Delivering greetings from a friend.

On the character status screen

I rule my continent. I am the emperor of the Archanean Empire.
— On the character status screen.
Further such actions will not be tolerated.
— On the character status screen.
I will not show any mercy to those who oppose me.
— On the character status screen.
I have no choice but to crush this world.
— On the character status screen.
Ugh... My head... I remember something...
— On the character status screen.
I... loved her... Until the very end...
— On the character status screen.
There is only one true hero here... Allow me to teach you who that is.
— On the character status screen.

Level 40 quote

There are countless kings and even more nobles in the world, but most lack the power to back up their status. Most of them simply rot in the mud of their privilege. These fools invite war to their doorsteps and then send their own citizens off to die. What point is there for such a country to exist? Perhaps it would be best for such places to be destroyed outright. This very world included... However, through the fog of war I saw a light. Archanea's true treasure... I swore on my sword to protect her. It was that purpose which showed me that the country—the world—needed to be cleansed. I needed to exile the fools and kill all who opposed me. Even if that meant cutting down someone entrusted with the Fire Emblem itself. Pardon me, what... What was I saying just now? Right... I must annihilate the rebels. Ready the army!
— After reaching level 40 at five-star rarity.

Map quotes

So be it.
— When selected on the map screen.
Detestable.
— When selected on the map screen.
They'll perish.
— When selected on the map screen.

Level-up quotes

It seems the shine of my weapon has been dimmed...
— When gaining 1–2 stats from a level-up.
Some enemies remain. Ready the army for our next strike!
— When gaining 3–4 stats from a level-up.
The strong are rightfully rewarded!
— When gaining 5–6 stats from a level-up.
Preparations are complete. Now, eradicate the enemy!
— When learning a new skill or increasing rarity.

Special skill quotes

Don't be so conceited!
— When using a special skill.
Have you come to die?
— When using a special skill.
You dare oppose me?
— When using a special skill.
I'll run you through!
— When using a special skill.

Defeat quote

Prince Marth...
— When defeated.

Hardin: The Coyote

At the castle

Hardin, commander of the Coyote's Men of Aurelis, reporting in. On my honor, I will never yield to evil.
— When summoned
May Prince Marth's knights of Altea join with the Coyote's Men to protect Princess Nyna.
— At the castle
Archanean nobles may look down on the people of Aurelis, but they know not of the plains people's strength.
— At the castle
An army needs to distribute labor to function. We will have need of your tactics later. For now, get some rest.
— At the castle
As an exceptionally good judge of character, I believe you will achieve great things, <player>.
— At the castle
Some here are feeling the tension before battle—others, the relief of surviving it. All is as it should be.
— At the castle
I am Hardin, captain of the knights of Aurelis. I bring tidings on behalf of <friend>.
— Delivering greetings from a friend

On the character status screen

I am Hardin, captain of the knights of Aurelis.
— On the character status screen
I see we are prone to acting like children.
— On the character status screen
The Coyote's Men are as good as they come. Whatever you expect from them, you will not be disappointed.
— On the character status screen
Make no mistake, I consider myself an exceptionally good judge of character.
— On the character status screen
Princess Nyna would not be pleased to hear any nitpicking over who will be listed in the history books.
— On the character status screen
Princess Nyna... I swear I will protect you always.
— On the character status screen
I have truly begun to think of you as a friend.
— On the character status screen

Level 40 quote

Summoner, if I may... When will I be able to return to Aurelis? I am concerned for my elder brother. He has had a good reign, but he was getting on in years even before I left to join Altea for Princess Nyna's sake. I swore upon my life to vanquish Dolhr, deliver the princess safely to the capital, and end this nightmare. That is my conviction. The Coyote's Men must be victorious, that our dreams may finally be realized. But perhaps this discussion is best held for another time. For now, let us focus on the path that we both share.
— After reaching level 40 at five-star rarity

Map quotes

Worry not.
— When selected on the map screen
Shall we proceed?
— When selected on the map screen
Move out!
— When selected on the map screen

Level-up quotes

I cannot afford such carelessness.
— When gaining 1–2 stats from a level-up
So long as my moniker strikes fear in the hearts of my enemies, I will howl "Coyote" like a ferocious beast!
— When gaining 3–4 stats from a level-up
Seekers of glory, step forward! Come, test the blade of Hardin, brother of the king of Aurelis!
— When gaining 5–6 stats from a level-up
Feel free to set high expectations for my knights. They are the best that Aurelis has to offer.
— When learning a new skill or increasing rarity

Special skill quotes

You will not get by.
— When using a special skill
Is that all?
— When using a special skill
Prepare yourself.
— When using a special skill
For Princess Nyna!
— When using a special skill

Defeat quote

Princess Nyna...
— When defeated