Paulo/Quotes

These are Paulo's quotes in the Pokémon games.

In spin-off games

Pokémon Masters EX

Menu interface (voice clips)

• During conversation

"Give me a break!"

"All right."

"Please."

"You ready for this?"

"You're kidding me..."

"You've got this!"

Battle interface (voice clips)

• Battle start

"Here we go!"

• Using Pokémon move

"Go!"

"Keep at it!"

• Using item

"Leave it to me!"

• Using Sync Move

"I won't go easy on you!"

• Uh-oh!

"I won't go easy on you!"

• Defeat

"Did I miscalculate?"

Main Story Chapter 2 - New Friends, New Foes

• Friend or Foe?

"Wha—?!"

"It’s all right. No harm done... I'm Paulo."

"As a Pokémon Trainer, I can't just sit by and let Team Break get away with what they’re doing. I came here to crush them once and for all."

"Yeah. Don't let your guard down—they could attack us from anywhere..."

• A Friendly New Rival

"Hey, nice battling back there. Thanks to you guys, we were able to chase off those goons in no time."

"Hang on—this is your team for the PML?"

"No, thanks... I think I'll pass. I'm actually thinking of putting together my own team to enter the tournament."

"If you're looking for more teammates, you might want to try the volcano area."

"I hear it's a popular spot for doing training exercises with your Pokémon..."

Main Story Chapter 7 - Bravery Is Half the Victory

• Summit Showdown

"Argh! I couldn't beat you... Guess I'm still not good enough..."

"Thanks..."

"<player>! I'm guessing you came here for the same reason I did."

"I just lost to him... It still kind of stings, to be honest."

"Your friend's right—you definitely shouldn't underestimate Norman and his Slaking. Good luck!"

• Between a Rock and a Hard Place

"I had no idea you were this strong, <player>..."

"Don't get me wrong—I've been rooting for you. It's just...frustrating, getting left behind."

"Team Break has even got Norman worried now? That can't be good..."

"Wasn't that Team Break?!"

"I can help! Let's go, Norman!"

"Hold it right there, Team Break!"

"Wha—! What was that?!"

"I think so... But they collapsed the exit."

• The True Objective

"Sabotage the PML?!"

"There's no way I'm letting that happen!"

• Where There's a Will, There's a Way

"Nice, <player>. Not only did you get the badge—you got Norman to acknowledge your skill."

"What?! But you beat me in our battle..."

"Thank you..."

"I'm going to grow stronger...stronger than anyone else..."

"Nothing. It's nothing. Thank you for the badge."

"I guess this is where we part ways again, <player>. I'm off to collect my next badge."

"Next time you see me, I'll be stronger than ever! Strong enough to blow you and Norman out of the water!"

Main Story Chapter 10 - A Matter of Pride

• Challengers and Trespassers

"Argh! What gives? Why can't I win..."

"Confidence, huh..."

"<player>... Your badge collecting must be going pretty well if that's why you're here."

"Team Break! Ugh, they always pick the worst times to show up... My Pokémon's still tired from that last battle."

• A Hasty Decision

"That was...incredible. When did you get this strong?!"

"Ah... I guess the obvious answer is that you've been working harder than I have..."

"Say, Hapu... If I beat those guys, would you agree to battle me again?"

"... ... ..."

"I'm just gonna run ahead to scope out the area. Don't worry—I won't do anything stupid."

• Out of the Frying Pan, Into The Fire

"Argh! We must not have rested enough after that battle with Hapu, Rockruff... Still, I can't believe we lost to those goons."

"Grr..."

• Paulo Conflicted

"Guess you had to come to my rescue again, huh, <player>... Thanks."

"Sorry, <player>... I think I'm gonna go."

"No, it's not that. After my battle with Hapu, she told me that what I'm missing is self-confidence...and I need to give that some real thought. Challenging her again is gonna be pointless until I figure out my issues."

"I'm not giving up yet, though! I've still got time to work this out before the tournament matches begin!"

"You'll see! I'll continue to get stronger, collect all the badges I need, then sign up to compete in the PML!"

"Good luck in your battle against Hapu! I'll see you around soon!"

Main Story Interlude 1 - Brock's Grit

• Let the Tournament Begin!

"Brock, Rosa... <player>..."

"Yep. I managed to form my own team and collect every last badge."

"Now that I'm this strong, I won't let anyone...anyone..."

"... ... ..."

"Sorry... I'm probably just a little tired. That's all."

"A lot's happened since we arrived here, <player>. We both managed to make it this far."

"But I worked harder than ever to get to this point. I don't plan on losing anytime soon!"

"I'll see you in the finals!"

Main Story Chapter 22 - Rival Face-Off!

• Rival Face-Off! Round 1

"Ngh... Can't believe these guys managed to corner me..."

"Don't make me laugh! There's no way I'll let anyone steal Pokémon away from their Trainers!"

"I don't care who it is. I'll stop anyone who'd do something so terrible!"

"Tch..."

"Those two are..."

"Please allow me to express my gratitude. Thank you, Wikstrom and Wulfric."

"I do! My name is Paulo."

"I've heard so many stories about the two of you from Trainers from Kalos. I really look up to the both of you!"

"The strong-as-steel, chivalrous knight who battles fair and honorably against opponents, Wikstrom!"

"The man who's tough as an iceberg and hot as a furnace, Wulfric! I've heard you're a kindhearted man who looks after wounded Pokémon!"

"Representatives of the Gym Leaders and Elite Four of Kalos! It's an honor to meet you both!"

"I..."

"No. No way am I good enough to compare to the two of you..."

"...I'm weak."

"Things would've gone a lot differently if the two of you hadn't shown up when you did."

"You're not only kind and chivalrous--the two of you have strength, too, to back it up."

"But I... I might be brave, but I've got no strength to get the job done. I was too weak to even beat those guys..."

"At this rate, I'm sure to lose in the PML..."

"In time, huh? But I..."

"... ... ..."

"Wikstrom, Wulfric! Would it be all right to ask you for something?"

"Please!"

"Would you..."

"The second round of the finals..."

"And our opponent is <player>..."

"That's right... <Player> started collecting badges around the same time that I did."

"He/She's my rival."

"But...before I knew it, he/she'd already gotten far ahead of me."

"He/She was ahead of me gathering badges, and he/she was ahead of me battling Team Break..."

"But today is going to be different!"

"The two of you taught me chivalry, kindness, and most importantly, strength."

"I was able to become who I've always wanted to be, all thanks to forming a team with the two of you, who I idolize."

"What I've always wanted to be... I've become a steadfast Trainer who won't lose out to anyone in strength or spirit!"

"This time, things will be different. I'll use everything I've learned and battle with all my strength. There's no way our team will lose!"

"Haha! I could say the same about you."

"But I'm glad we get to meet on the field of battle in the PML like this!"

"Yes! They're Trainers I hold in high regard!"

"...Looks like it's time, <player>."

"Thanks to this team, I reflected on myself and realized what you are to me."

"You're the rival that's always ahead of me. The rival I never want to lose to!"

"But that ends today! I've changed. Here, today..."

"I will surpass you!"

I won't lose, Paulo!: "I'm going to win. And I'll continue to win..."

I'm going to win today!: "You're wrong! I'll win, and I'll keep winning..."

"I'll show you a true champion team!"

"Time for battle, <player>!"

• Rival Face-Off! Round 2

"I... I lost?"

"My ideal team... I thought that I'd grown so much stronger..."

"And I still lost?"

"... ... ..."

Regardless of choice: "... ... ..."

"You're right."

"Sorry for acting weird. I'm all right now."

"<Player>, you really are strong. I gave it everything I had, and it still wasn't enough."

"You'll just have to keep battling for both of us! I'll be cheering for you!"

"... ... ..."

"Wikstrom, Wulfric."

"Thank you for joining my team!"

"It makes me happy to hear you say that."

"I won't forget any of the things you two have taught me!"

"... ... ..."

"Wikstrom... Wulfric... I looked up to them so much. I thought that if I was on a team with the two of them, I'd win for sure..."

"I still lost to <player>, though..."

"I sought the strength I believed I had, formed my ideal team, gave it every ounce of strength I could..."

"But he/she's still stronger than me..."

"... ... ..."

"...I just don't understand."

"What is it going to take to become stronger than I am now? How do I beat him/her?"

"Am I...am I just aiming too high?"

"I can't... I don't understand..."

Main Story Chapter 24 - A Shining Spotlight

• A Dazzling New Stage: Part 2

"Fight on, <player>! Show them all what you can do!"

"Show everyone just how strong and brave you are!"

• A Dazzling New Stage: Part 3

"Looks like you won, <player>."

"I couldn't even make it this far..."

Main Story Chapter 30 - The Road to Victory

• The Road Goes Ever On

"Your own path, huh..."

"... ... ..."

"I think I'm starting to see a path of my own..."

Main Story Villain Arc - Kanto

• Where's Red?

"Team Rocket?!"

"D’you think Team Rocket might have hurt him?"

"Which means...it’s not?"

"Wait, we’re just barging in? Isn’t that a bit reckless?"

"Red is the strongest Trainer in history, and that’s his rival..."

"<player>’s opponents in the PML finals were this strong?"

"Would I have even stood a chance if I’d made it to the finals instead of <player>?"

"Another grunt!"

"What?"

• A Tricky Trap

"I’m sorry..."

"Well...yeah, I guess..."

"What do you mean?"

• Seeking Strength

"There’s a nice breeze tonight, so I thought I’d go for a walk..."

"... ... ..."

"What I’m doing now isn’t working... It’s not enough. I have to change my approach."

"Together?"

"Lillie..."

"I know that relying on others might be one way to get stronger..."

"But I don’t think it’s gonna work for me."

• Rocket Hideout

"Sorry I’m late."

"All right, it’s showtime! Game faces on!"

"There’s just no end to this!"

"Sabrina! Brock!"

"How is that even possible?"

• Giovanni’s Gambit

"Team Break?! What are you guys doing here?!"

"Stop right there!"

"Professor Bellis! Quick, this way!"

"We weren’t able to stop them after all... But the most important thing is that you’re safe, Professor."

"W-wait! Rockruff and I can still fight!"

"OK... I understand."

• The Power Within

"... ... ..."

"Huh? Oh, I’m OK. It’s just..."

"Your...outfits! Those sygna suits are really cool."

"Why’d he come here, of all places? It’s freezing... The cold might slow us down."

"Team Rocket?!"

"Their battle styles were completely different, weren’t they."

"Misty’s Vaporeon stormed right in like a wave and took their attacks like it was nothing..."

"And Erika’s Leafeon kept calmly observing the situation until it found the right time to strike!"

"One going on the offensive with the other calmly observing... That fits Misty and Erika perfectly. I guess Pokémon really do take after their Trainers."

"Whoa!"

• Rage and Chaos

"There are so many Pokémon spiraling out of control without their Trainers!"

"Is Mewtwo causing all this?"

"Is this...the price they’re paying for that power?"

"(That said...it really is amazing...)"

"H-hold on! Take me with you!"

"I just... I want to see this through."

"And Rockruff isn’t affected by all this psychic power! We won’t get in your way—we can protect ourselves!"

"Please!"

"I will! Thank you!"

• The Boss’s Power

"Team Rocket again?!"

"I can take care of these two!"

"Just you wait, <player>... I’m gonna get stronger."

"Even if it means I have to learn from my enemies during this battle!"

"They were strong. I guess even in organizations like Team Rocket, you get all sorts of people."

"Um...Misty, Erika? We finished our battle!"

"Whoa, what?!"

"Misty and Erika took down all those grunts?! But there were so many of them!"

"That’s incredible... Gym Leaders sure are strong."

• Malice

"Look at Mewtwo! It’s...listening to him!"

"So...this is the true power of bonds that Professor Bellis was researching? And it doesn’t matter if the bond is good or evil?"

• The Last Laugh

"He took out both of them?"

"I’m glad we could help...but I still need to do more."

"The International Police?"

Main Story Villain Arc - Sinnoh

• Team Galactic on the Move

"If anything happens, let us know. We can help you out if things get dicey."

• The Darkest Nightmare

"Which means Team Galactic is misusing this Pokémon and its power?"

"... ... ..."

• Cyrus’s True Ambitions

"We make mistakes...because of our human spirit?"