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Shez/Quotes (Heroes)

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Shez: Rising Mercenary

At the castle

I'm Shez. A mercenary. Now that you've hired me, I'll do the job I'm paid for. So, who are we fighting?
— When summoned
Still not sure what a mercenary like me is doing here, but hey—I'm up for any opportunity to get stronger.
— At the castle
The mercenary group I belonged to got wiped out not long ago. Honestly, I was overwhelmed by that defeat.
— At the castle
I'm good at fighting on the front lines, but you seem like you've got a good eye for tactics. I'm counting on you.
— At the castle
Hey, I've been having strange dreams lately. Know any weirdos who might have an idea about this kind of stuff?
— At the castle
The food here is incredible. Do you think I could get someone to cook for us next time we're on a mission?
— At the castle
You <player>? I was sent over here to say hi, on <friend>'s request.
— Delivering greetings from a friend

On the character status screen

Swordsmanship? Mostly self-taught. There's nobody I could point to and say, "that's my teacher."
— On the character status screen
*yelp* Is poking people what you consider a good time?
— On the character status screen
On the battlefield, you have to keep moving. Stop and you pin a target on your back.
— On the character status screen
This? It's a Merc Whistle. We use it to find each other on the battlefield. Can't get by without it.
— On the character status screen
I don't know where I was born or who my parents are. I've been alone a long time.
— On the character status screen
I should probably get some sleep while I can...
— On the character status screen
Just remember, I've got your back. So stay in the thick of things!
— On the character status screen

Level 40 quote

Feels like I've been here awhile now, somehow or other... Oh, don't get me wrong—it's not like I hate it here or anything. I'm grateful for this chance to get stronger. And of course, I've enjoyed working with you. Enough that I'd be happy to stick around for as long as you want. But...someday, I'm going to go back to Fódlan. There's this voice in my head telling me I have to. When I do, that'll be goodbye. But until then, I'll use my blade to cut a path for you. That's my job, after all.
— After reaching level 40 at five-star rarity

Map quotes

Oh, sure.
— When selected on the map screen
What now?
— When selected on the map screen
Leave it to me.
— When selected on the map screen

Level-up quotes

Wait, that's it?!
— When gaining 1–2 stats from a level-up
Yeah, not bad.
— When gaining 3–4 stats from a level-up
I'm getting stronger!
— When gaining 5–6 stats from a level-up
This'll help me break new boundaries.
— When learning a new skill or increasing rarity

Special skill quotes

I'm not gonna die here!
— When using a special skill
Here it comes!
— When using a special skill
You're done!
— When using a special skill
So much for you!
— When using a special skill

Defeat quote

No... I failed...
— When defeated

Shez: Keen Mercenary

At the castle

I'm Shez. A mercenary. I'll win no matter who I'm up against, but only after we sort out contract terms.
— When summoned
To be honest, I'm still not sure why you summoned me here. I'm just a run-of-the-mill merc... Well, mostly.
— At the castle
Fódlan had plenty of mercenary work to go around, but it was nothing compared to the constant war here.
— At the castle
I've given orders before, but I get the feeling you're better at it than me. So, feel free to send me to the front lines.
— At the castle
Hey, are you busy right now? I'm practicing a new technique and could really use some help.
— At the castle
I'm not great at sitting still. Unfamiliar places just make me want to wander around, but I always seem to get lost.
— At the castle
I've come to deliver a message from <friend>. Wow, it sure is lively around here.
— Delivering greetings from a friend

On the character status screen

Other than fighting, my mom taught me everything I know.
— On the character status screen
Woah, there! You were about to get a face-full of counterattack!
— On the character status screen
No matter where you go, always keep a weapon at the ready.
— On the character status screen
This? It's a Merc Whistle. We use it to find each other on the battlefield. Can't get by without it.
— On the character status screen
I look like I was raised in the mountains? I was...but how can you tell?
— On the character status screen
Can't take my eyes off the map...
— On the character status screen
If the enemy comes, call for me. I'm always ready to head into battle.
— On the character status screen

Level 40 quote

Out of curiosity, do you know when our contract will end? Not that I'm unhappy with it, or anything... It's just... I know I can't keep fighting as a mercenary forever. And when that time comes, what happens? Will we wrap up the contract and go our separate ways like a couple of strangers? Maybe that's for the best. At least that would mean I could listen to the little voice in my head saying I need to get back to Fódlan. No point worrying about that now, though. Seems like there's still plenty to do around here. So until that day does come, I'll keep offering my blade to your cause. That's my job, after all.
— After reaching level 40 at five-star rarity

Map quotes

Oh, sure.
— When selected on the map screen
What now?
— When selected on the map screen
Heading out.
— When selected on the map screen

Level-up quotes

Wait, that's it?!
— When gaining 1–2 stats from a level-up
Yeah, not bad.
— When gaining 3–4 stats from a level-up
I'm getting stronger!
— When gaining 5–6 stats from a level-up
Hey, a new power! All right...
— When learning a new skill or increasing rarity

Special skill quotes

This ends here!
— When using a special skill
Here it comes!
— When using a special skill
You're done!
— When using a special skill
Oh, no. Not me!
— When using a special skill

Defeat quote

No... I failed...
— When defeated

Shez: Sharpest Blades

At the castle

Oh... You called for me, huh. Name's Shez. With these blades, I'll cut a path for you through the battlefield.
— When summoned
I wonder if anyone in this world has powers like mine... I mean, it is a pretty strange place.
— At the castle
There's no end of wars here, huh? Not that Fódlan was much better... Yeah, there are always forces at play.
— At the castle
Hm? I'd be happy to hang around for a while if you want to chat. I've been there before, so I get how you feel.
— At the castle
Ughhh... All this standing around is gonna kill me. Maybe we could do some weapon maintenance? Or, and just hear me out, we could try thinking up a brand new dish. Come on, it'd be fun!
— At the castle
Over the past few years, I've had to interact with all sorts of nobles. You get used to it after a while.
— At the castle
You're <player>, right? Looks like what I heard was right on the money. You're a pretty interesting person, you know that?
— Delivering greetings from a friend

On the character status screen

I have no idea what this blade is made of.
— On the character status screen
Uh, hey! Could you stop doing things that scare me half to death? Thanks.
— On the character status screen
Mmm, no. I'm no good at art or anything like that.
— On the character status screen
If you want to keep spirits high on the battlefield, make sure everybody is well-fed.
— On the character status screen
I was alone for a long time, but these days, I have the kind of friendships that aren't easy to come by.
— On the character status screen
Mhm... I need to move.
— On the character status screen
I can't be pragmatic when it comes to you. My feelings take over. I'm sure you've noticed.
— On the character status screen

Level 40 quote

This place sure is different from Fódlan. They both have battles, but the ones here are...unreal. Still, fighting alongside you has taught me a few things, and I know I've gotten stronger. At first, I would have just thought of this like any other job and not even bothered to celebrate victory. But now? Now, I find that the future of this world is as important to me as the future of Fódlan. So I'm gonna achieve victory in both worlds. No matter how impossible, I'll find a way. Just you watch.
— After reaching level 40 at five-star rarity

Map quotes

Mm-hmm.
— When selected on the map screen
What do we do?
— When selected on the map screen
Leave it to me.
— When selected on the map screen

Level-up quotes

I'm not stopping anytime soon.
— When gaining 1–2 stats from a level-up
I've still got a ways to go.
— When gaining 3–4 stats from a level-up
Definitely getting stronger.
— When gaining 5–6 stats from a level-up
I'll take whatever power I can get. Maybe this'll be enough to win.
— When learning a new skill or increasing rarity

Special skill quotes

I'm unstoppable!
— When using a special skill
Your luck has run out!
— When using a special skill
Can't beat me!
— When using a special skill
I'll put you in your place!
— When using a special skill

Defeat quote

Sorry... everyone...
— When defeated

Shez: Mercenary Shine

At the castle

I'm Shez. Not an expert in aquatic combat, but I'm adaptable. Hm? You brought me here to relax?
— When summoned
I went ahead and brought some nautical charts, just in case. Better safe than sorry.
— At the castle
I don't know how I feel about relaxing in times like these. So, let's just call this \"morale building,\" all right?
— At the castle
When I go somewhere new, I have an itch to wander around and see every nook and cranny of it.
— At the castle
I see the value in these light outfits. If you're fighting in water, you don't want bulky armor weighing you down.
— At the castle
With all this fresh fruit, we'd be fools not to make tropical elixirs. Come on, help me whip them up!
— At the castle
Summer tidings from your friend. Hm? Oh, don't mention it. Just doing what <friend> asked.
— Delivering greetings from a friend

On the character status screen

Gotta say, this outfit's pretty easy to move around in. Consider me convinced.
— On the character status screen
Hm? What, never seen muscles before?
— On the character status screen
Up for some long-distance swimming? It's great training, you know.
— On the character status screen
Can't take my eyes off the map, especially on the water...
— On the character status screen
Sure, I was raised in the mountains, but it's not like I mind visiting the sea.
— On the character status screen
Look at all that fruit! Wonder if it's tasty…
— On the character status screen
Don't worry. If I see you struggling, I'll be the first to come to your rescue.
— On the character status screen

Level 40 quote

I've already told you about my upbringing, right? How I was raised in the mountains? Well, when that's all you've known your whole life, an ocean's a hard thing to comprehend. Not that it was boring where I came from. There was activity if you knew where to look. The animals bustling around, the landscape changing color with the seasons. But an ocean—it's nothing but activity. Water moving and shifting every second you look at it. It's mesmerizing to watch...and a little unsettling too. Everything disappears under the waves... Once the currents have you, it's over. It makes me think: Will I get swallowed up in the undertow of history, my name lost in the depths? I don't think so. As long as I'm alive, I still have a say—and that's gotta be worth something. I'll leave a mark while I'm still around, just you watch.
— After reaching level 40 at five-star rarity

Map quotes

Got it.
— When selected on the map screen
You ready?
— When selected on the map screen
I can handle it.
— When selected on the map screen

Level-up quotes

Ugh, why can't I focus?
— When gaining 1–2 stats from a level-up
Land or sea, doesn't matter—the battle's always won by whoever trained the hardest.
— When gaining 3–4 stats from a level-up
The sunshine's done me good. I'm stronger than ever!
— When gaining 5–6 stats from a level-up
It's been a productive summer.
— When learning a new skill or increasing rarity

Special skill quotes

Get back!
— When using a special skill
Time to ride that wave!
— When using a special skill
This'll be a clean sweep!
— When using a special skill
Clear skies, smooth sailing.
— When using a special skill

Defeat quote

I was careless...
— When defeated

Shez: Mercenary Shade

At the castle

I'm Shez. I take it you're hiring me for a fight on the water. Not like I have a choice, but... Hm? A vacation?
— When summoned
Odd... The map says there should be land over here.
— At the castle
I was raised in the mountains of Ordelia territory, so I don't know much about beach life.
— At the castle
Just look at that horizon, huh? I wonder if that's where the souls of mercs go after they're gone.
— At the castle
I feel a bit exposed in just this. But I guess the light weight makes it good for training.
— At the castle
I just passed a stall selling frozen dessert. In this heat, I can see that being a money maker.
— At the castle
I'm Shez. A mercenary. I was hired to deliver this chilled drink from <friend>.
— Delivering greetings from a friend

On the character status screen

Something to be said for taking the time to just unwind every once in a while.
— On the character status screen
Hey, quit poking me! This sunburn hurts!
— On the character status screen
Not a lotta cover along the coastline... I'll have to keep an eye out.
— On the character status screen
Surfing? Self-taught, just like my swordsmanship.
— On the character status screen
I hear running along the beach makes for a great workout. Wanna join me?
— On the character status screen
Look at all those fish! Wonder if they're tasty…
— On the character status screen
Want a chilled drink to cool down? I'm taking requests!
— On the character status screen

Level 40 quote

I might be a bit green, but I've been a merc long enough to see my share of battlefields. This line of work's taken me to all sorts of settings. From barren fields with no crops to gleaming lakes and majestic, snow-capped mountains. And you know what those places have in common? They all look like hell when the fighting starts. Fortunately, our little stretch of paradise here in Askr is far out of the way of battle. And personally, I aim to keep it that way. That's our job as Heroes anyway, right? I know it might be strange for someone who profits off war to talk about peace... But after we're done with this little outing, I really hope this beach stays as serene as we found it.
— After reaching level 40 at five-star rarity

Map quotes

Sounds good!
— When selected on the map screen
My turn yet?
— When selected on the map screen
Leave it to me.
— When selected on the map screen

Level-up quotes

Ugh. I think all the warm coastal air is making me soft.
— When gaining 1–2 stats from a level-up
When it comes to training, I never take a vacation.
— When gaining 3–4 stats from a level-up
There's a big wave coming, and I'm gonna catch it!
— When gaining 5–6 stats from a level-up
I'm finally getting to learn some aquatic fighting techniques!
— When learning a new skill or increasing rarity

Special skill quotes

You wanna get splashed?
— When using a special skill
Time to ride that wave!
— When using a special skill
This'll be a clean sweep!
— When using a special skill
Go with the flow!
— When using a special skill

Defeat quote

Forgot to stretch...
— When defeated