Warden/Quotes

Story Prologue
''In the wasteland stood a lone man. A strong and noble warrior, he had dedicated his life to defending the weak. With anticipation in this chest, he headed forth. He knew righteous battles against powerful opponents awaited him, and that at the farthest reaches of the land lay battlefields where he could put his skill to the test.''

Generic Win Quotes (Also vs. Cham Cham, Hibiki, Amakusa & Baiken)

 * "For what purpose did you obtain power?! Fools who cannot answer must lay down their arms!"
 * "I am proud to be a knight, and on that pride I vow to never lose."
 * "Such battles do entertain one from time to time."
 * "On my name as a Warden, I vow to protect the people. Failure is not an option. I will not bend the knee."
 * "One who cannot understand one's power is doomed to fail."
 * "Analyze one's opponent carefully, and never forget that discretion is the better part of valor."

Specific Win Quotes

 * "Do my eyes deceive me...? Never did I think I would fight a ghost. This shall plague my dreams..." (vs. Basara)
 * "We serve our country and our people, you and I. So, you know I cannot yield." (vs. Charlotte)
 * "An unsinkable ship, you say? Well, I should like to set foot on such a sturdy vessel one day." (vs. Darli)
 * "Mercy shall not to be granted to bandits who prey on the people. Prepare to meet your fate." (vs. Earthquake)
 * "Many a fettered beast I have seen. But a rare sight it is seen a beast act as one with its owner." (vs. Galford)
 * "My sword carries the weight of the darkest night. But yours is as light as the midday sun, and so it blinds you." (vs. Genjuro)
 * "Many a strange creature roams this land, but you may be the strangest." (vs. Gongsun Li)
 * "Never did I believe I would fight one who moves as a shadow." (vs. Hanzo)
 * "You managed somehow to scratch my armor. Impressive." (vs. Haohmaru)
 * "Another Warden shall never defeat me. No doubt, you share my sentiment." (vs. Himself)
 * "You fight for a loved one. I can imagine their joy." (vs. Iroha)
 * "Perhaps, in another life, we may have been brothers in arms... Then again, perhaps not." (vs. Jubei)
 * "I am thankful for this armor. Without it, I likely would be a pile of ash." (vs. Kazuki)
 * "Your dance enraptures... I wish to see more once my journey is at an end." (vs. Kyoshiro)
 * "I sense your desire to win. However, know that mine burns no less brightly." (vs. Mina)
 * "To battle alongside a falcon, you must possess skill beyond the reach of most." (vs. Nakoruru)
 * "While it brings me joy to see a spritely child, I am less enthused by one brandishing a blade." (vs. Rimururu)
 * "Hmph. I suggest you find a quiet room in which to cower away from all this fighting." (vs. Ruixiang)
 * "If neither warrior nor commoner, then what are you...? Whom or what did I fight...?" (vs. Shiki)
 * "What spirit permeates you? I sincerely hope one that bears you no ill will." (vs. Shizumaru)
 * "Never have I met such a master of the mind as well as the body. You proved a worthy challenge." (vs. Sogetsu)
 * "You remind me of another I have fought. I wonder if this land shall see us meet again..." (vs. Tam Tam)
 * "Heal your ailment. Then I should like to face you at full strength." (vs. Ukyo)
 * "I shall fight not for you, but so that I may alleviate the suffering of your people." (vs. Wan-Fu)
 * "To seek a power greater than oneself is to seek one's demise. You must choose: your life or that mask." (vs. Yashamaru)
 * "You are the royalty in this land? Hah. Serving you, your subjects' hands must be full." (vs. Yoshitora)

Draw Quote

 * "There is far worse than a battle without a victor."

Intro Quote (Story Mode)

 * "Why do you fight? For your people? To test your strength? For honor? Draw your weapon, and show me your answer!"

Fateful Battle Dialogue
Jubei Yagyu
 * Warden: "You appear a great warrior of this land. Ready yourself! Let this be a fair fight!"


 * Jubei: "Heh. It seems I must become Jubei Yagyu, the warrior, once more. You're in trouble now!"

Win Quote (Story Mode)

 * "Victory is mine this day. Long has it been since I enjoyed a battle. You have my gratitude." (vs. Jubei)

Quote vs. Shizuka

 * "For the sake of those who suffer, I shall defeat you!"

Story Epilogue
''With the battle done, the Warden spied a vast field blooming with flowers of a foreign land. The beauty stole his heart, turning the strife of battle into a fading echo. But this man was a Warden. A proud and loyal knight who embodies the noblest of virtues. And so, he turned his back to the beauty, in pursuit of an elusive ideal. Several months have passed since the purification of Shizuka Gozen. The Warden's journey continues. Sword in hands, he pressed on to new lands. No land knows peace. Conflict rages on. The knight who wished for peace sought a place to wield his sword. His quest reaches its end in a land ruled by knights. He could not escape his fate as a warrior. Though his actions betrayed his beliefs, it was with great pain that he continued down his path. For he could not stop, not even for a moment, until his quest was over. For the weak. For his homeland. For justice. And for honor.''

End Quotes (Story Mode)

 * "I shall fulfill my duty as a Warden."
 * "I swore upon my blade to end the fight."
 * "It seems I have done all I can here. No more tarrying. I must find my Warlord."
 * "The master of the blade have taught me much. That honor shall never leave me."