Darach/Quotes

These are Darach's quotes in the Pokémon games.

In the core series

Pokémon Platinum, HeartGold, and SoulSilver

This section is incomplete. Please feel free to edit this section to add missing information and complete it. Reason: needs a list of the quotes determined by the amount of CP earned

Pre-battle

• After winning a battle

"<player>, good show. A hard-fought win, yes? Lady Caitlin has instructed me to award you x CP."

"<player>, well done. A quite remarkable victory it was. Lady Caitlin has instructed me to award you x CP."

"<player>, bravo. A fantastic victory, to be sure. Lady Caitlin has instructed me to award you x CP."

• After clearing seven consecutive battles

"Congratulations on clearing seven consecutive battles. For your valiant effort, <player>, please accept this BP. We'll return any items that we were holding for you."

Initial battle

• Before battle

"Welcome. I am Darach, as you know, and I am the Castle Valet. Lady Caitlin, my employer, is not one to accept defeat willingly. However, for a reason I'm not at liberty to disclose, she cannot battle. Consequently, I will do battle in her ladyship's place. ...Let me assure you that you won't be shortchanged by facing me. En garde!"

• Being defeated

"My Pokémon could not be faulted in any way or form. My hat's off to you."

• After being defeated

"<Player>, you are truly in possession of a superlative talent! I drew on every reserve of experience and etiquette handed down through our heritage of glorious servitude. But even then, I failed To fend off your inspired and inspiring challenge. I shall see to appeasing Lady Caitlin's displeasure at my loss. <Player>, please do return to our Battle Castle. We will be delighted and honored to have you back!"

Rematch

• Before battle

"Your mastery of Pokémon is as breathtaking as ever. <Player>, you certainly are to be commended. ...However, if I may say so, I noticed something about the way you battle. After all, I have the opportunity to watch you closely firsthand. So, what is it that I noticed? As a Trainer myself, it is but proper etiquette to show you in a battle. Let us begin! En garde!"

• Being defeated

"Your skills are superlative as ever! My admiration knows no bounds."

• After being defeated

"I am humbled... What I'd perceived to be a weakness was only illusory... Or, perhaps you corrected it in the course of our battle. Regardless, your performance was stunning again. Though she cannot say it, Lady Caitlin appears quite taken by your style. For her sake at the very least, please do return to our Battle Castle!"

In the spin-off games

Pokémon Masters EX

Main article: Darach (Masters)

This section is incomplete. Please feel free to edit this section to add missing information and complete it. Reason: Missing some voice clips

Menu interface (voice clips)

• After being recruited

"Greetings. My name is Darach. I've long had the honor of serving as Castle Valet of the Battle Frontier."

• Sync pair viewer

"Let me assure you, you won't be shortchanged by facing me."

"When I battle, I draw on every reserve of experience and etiquette, handed down through my glorious servitude."

• Selection screen (forming team)

"Allow me to accompany you."

• Selection screen (disbanding team)

"Please excuse me."

• Upon learning a new lucky skill

"This should serve us quite well in the future."

• Upon leveling up

"Our hard work is paying off quite well."

• Upon reaching max level

"The glory of our servitude knows no bounds!"

• Upon unlocking a new level cap

"I endeavor to grow stronger so that I may continue to serve."

• Receiving EX style

"This should serve us quite well in the future."

• During conversation

"Marvelous!"

"My hat's off to you."

"Hmm..."

"Congratulations."

"Prepare yourself!"

"I would be most obliged."

• During special log-in conversation (morning)

"Rising with the sun to perform my duties as a butler with poise and efficiency... My definition of a perfect morning."

• During special log-in conversation (afternoon)

"Good day, young Trainer. I hope Pasio is treating you well today. If you require anything at all, please don't hesitate to ask."

• During special log-in conversation (evening)

"At times, it is my duty as a butler to provide counsel to those in need... Therefore, I must inform you that keeping late hours is ill-advised."

Battle interface (voice clips)

• Co-op match screen

"Right."

• VS screen

"En garde!"

• Sending out Pokémon

"Come!"

• Using Pokémon move

"Bravo!"

"Proceed!"

• Using item

"Allow me!"

• Using Trainer move

"Straight away!"

• Using sync move

"Let us begin. En garde!"

• Unity attack / theme skill

"Honor!"

"Glory!"

"Valor!"

• Uh-oh!

"Prepare yourself!"

• Switching in

"At your service."

• Recalling fainted Pokémon

"A valiant effort."

• "Nice" emote

"Good show."

• "Watch out" emote

"Do be careful."

• "Let's do this" emote

"En garde!"

• Defeat

"Defeat can be quite humbling."

• Victory

"A fantastic victory, to be sure."

Main Story PML Arc - Chapter 27 - The Quarterfinals

• The Quarterfinals: Part 1

"Lady Caitlin, it appears that this is indeed the location indicated on the map."

"But it seems Lady Cynthia has yet to arrive."

"My, what a yawn that was. Are you perhaps low on sleep?"

"Haha. I believe your standards for a superb battle are ever so slightly too high, Lady Caitlin."

"That having been said, with a Trainer as strong as Lady Cynthia on our team, I suppose such a thing is unavoidable."

"I'f I'm not mistaken, that outfit is..."

"Our upcoming match? Correct me if I'm wrong..."

"but didn't you say just a few days ago that you planned to wait until you had further time to train Kommo-o before battling with him in the PML?"

"Lady Caitlin..."

"I beg your pardon, Lady Caitlin..."

"but it seems as if you have lost control of your emotions, like you did so often in the past."

"Lady Cynthia says she thinks of herself not as a Champion but as another challenger here on Pasio."

"It seems she never intended to win here with a conservative tactic like battling with Garchomp for every match."

• The Quarterfinals: Part 2

"Lady Caitlin..."

"Do keep warm out here."

Battle Villa

• Before battle

"Welcome, <player>. Your skill has certainly lived up to expectations."

"But let me assure you that you won't be shortchanged by facing me."

"Now, then! En garde!"

• After being defeated

"Our Pokémon could not be faulted in any way, shape, or form."

"My hat's off to you."

Story Event - Family Ties

• Pasio's Elegant Ladies
• Off-screen

"Excellent battle, Miss Lillie."

• After appearing

"I could tell you were giving it your absolute best. Well done indeed!"

"I think it's wonderful that you're working so hard to improve yourself."

"Wouldn't you agree, Lady Caitlin?"

"Hoho, it seems your hardworking spirit must have rubbed off on the two of them, Miss Lillie. They look perfectly exhausted."

Story Event - All Aboard the Victory Train

• Full Speed Ahead

"Welcome, Subway Bosses! I've heard about how skilled you two are."

"But let me assure you...you won't be shortchanged by facing me."

"*chuckle* Very well. I see you require no convincing."

"Now then! En garde!"

"Our Pokémon cannot be faulted in any way, shape, or form."

"My hat's off to you."

Story Event - Midnight Battle Ball

• The Long Night Begins

"Would you care for a beverage?"

"Should you need anything else, please don't hesitate to call me over."

"Yes... I shall endeavor to be as a shadow this evening, watching over Lady Caitlin from a short distance away."

"Quite the contrary... Though Lady Caitlin may appear that way to you, I would wager that she's actually quite excited right now."

"Watch closely. You'll notice she hasn't yawned even once today!"

"Speaking of Lady Caitlin, I have a favor I would like to ask of you all..."

"If it's not too much to ask, could you accompany her tonight?"

"I'm certain Lady Caitlin would jump at the chance to participate with your group, but she's not in the habit of inviting herself, you see..."

"Your kindness knows no bounds. I shall take my leave, then..."

• A Mask and a Friend

"Young <player> and the others explained it to us before you arrived."

"We've all been waiting for you and the ghost Pokémon to grace us with your presence!"

Costume Event - Curious Tea Party

• Trial from a Trio

"I am here to provide what little assistance I can."

"If you're curious about any of these partners, I can tell you a bit about them."

• If spoken to

"If you're curious about any of these partners, I can tell you a bit about them."

• After tapping the Litwick, off-screen

"This is Litwick, the Candle Pokémon."

"It's said that Litwick's light absorbs the life energy of people and Pokémon and burns it up."

"Would you like to choose this Pokémon?"

• After tapping the Swimmer, off-screen

"Be it summer or winter, it makes no difference to this swimmer, who always wears his swimsuit."

"He'd like you to take particular note of his trapezius and pectoral muscles."

"Would you like to choose this person?"

• After tapping the Braixen, off-screen

"This is the Fox Pokémon Braixen."

"When the twig is plucked from its tail, friction sets the twig alight. It's said that this flame is used to send signals to Braixen's allies."

"Would you like to choose this Pokémon?"

• After tapping the Mudkip, off-screen

"Ah, Mudkip. The Mud Fish Pokémon."

"The fin on its head acts as a radar, sensing movements of air and water, so Mudkip can get a grasp of its surroundings without using its eyes."

"Would you like to choose this Pokémon?"

Ingo's Party Prep - Way of the Butler

• The Way of the Butler

"You want me to teach you the way of the butler?"

"I see... I understand now."

"However, butlers and Subway Bosses are already similar jobs in that they both offer hospitality to others."

"I'm afraid I may have nothing to teach you..."

"Oh, I know! Would you help me with my work, Ingo?"

• Pokémon Logistics

"Thank you. The thing is, I've been asked to transport supplies for the tea party."

"Those supplies are to be collected on the opposite side of the island from the tea party venue."

"I need to decide which Pokémon would be best suited to carry a significant amount of heavy supplies."

"There are three means of transportation: land, sea, and air..."

"Of the three, which do you think could most quickly and safely transport the supplies?"

"It sounds like you have your answer, so let me restate the question at hand."

"What kind of Pokémon would be best suited for quickly and safely transporting the supplies?"

"Bring a team of three sync pairs that match the "type" of your answer!"

• Heart of Hospitalitea

"You've figured out the safest and fasted method for your client. I'm impressed!"

"If you ever decide to start a dining car service, I'm sure this experience will come in handy."

"Ingo, you originally served as a Subway Boss. You know from experience how to treat customers properly."

"You already possess the most important attribute of a butler: a heart filled with hospitality."

Story Event - Victor's Cooking Class!

• Relishing Heartwarming Memories

"Apologies, Lady Caitlin..."

"My heart is so full, and...I'm at a loss for words..."

Story Event - Mechanized—Love and Solitude

• A Luxurious Party

"It's Magearna. A mechanized Pokémon, if I'm not mistaken."

Sync Pair Story - A Day with Darach

"Greetings, <player> and Lady Cynthia. I was just returning from grocery shopping."

"I had to stop myself from purchasing Lady Caitlin's favorite brand of tea. It took all of my strength to remove it from my cart and return it to the shelf..."

"As embarrassing as it is to admit, Lady Cynthia, you are indeed correct—this is my nature."

Was there some problem?: "As a butler it's my sworn duty to look after my lady, and it's not as though I have been forbidden from buying tea, but... *sigh*"

Your nature?: "It is extremely difficult to break oneself of habits that one has developed over many years... *sigh*"

"Lady Caitlin has been doing more and more for herself since she arrived here on Pasio."

"I've done my utmost to keep my distance and refrain from performing tasks that she hasn't asked of me."

"It is for that reason that I have not been purchasing her favorite tea..."

"I see. You're saying Lady Caitlin has grown. That it is time for her to "leave the nest," so to speak."

"And yet, I must admit that thinking about the situation in such terms makes me feel quite lonely..."

We're here for you!: "I am grateful. I suppose you could say that where one door closes, another opens."

We'll help you out!: "Thank you. That does make me feel rather better."

"Lady Caitlin has made many new, wonderful friends like you since she came to Pasio."

"It's a complicated feeling, to be unable to tend to my lady when she needs my help."

"I have a favor to ask you. If it's not too much trouble, could you please continue to be Lady Caitlin's friend, now and into the future?"

That's my plan!: "I am extremely grateful."

Naturally!: "Of course. I suppose I needn't have asked you to do that which you already intended."

"Yes. I will do everything I can not to be too overprotective and anxious about Lady Caitlin."

"... ... ..."

"It's just...I'm the only one who truly understands my lady's taste in tea. Surely I could be forgiven for making just one purchase..."

Pokémon Center

• During sync background preview

"Let us begin! En garde!"

• Random conversation

"I serve as butler to Lady Caitlin."

"I have never—not for even a single moment—forgotten what an honor it is to be entrusted with this position."

"However, here on Pasio, I have chosen to quietly watch over her from a distance rather than serve directly at her side."

"I would like for her to be able to watch and learn from Trainers such as yourself without having to worry about me being nearby."

• Random conversation

"I serve as one of the Frontier Brains in a facility known as the Battle Castle."

"In Lady Caitlin's place, I engage in battle day and night with challengers who are confident in their abilities."

"There aren't many Trainers against whom I truly need to bring my full strength to bear, however."

• Random conversation

"Many individuals here on Pasio put their trust in me."

"As a butler, having people who depend on me is a delight like none other."

"My partner Pokémon is much the same in that respect. He genuinely finds great joy in serving others."

"With that in mind, please feel free to call on us should you ever be in need of our assistance."

• Random conversation

"I have made the decision to serve Lady Caitlin for the rest of my days."

"How should I put this emotion of mine into words? I suppose you might liken it to the love that you have for your Pokémon."

"Sometimes I feel that I may care for her too much. I suppose I need to be careful so as to not become overprotective of her."

• Random conversation

"You are always surrounded by many friends, aren't you, <player>?"

"I do hope that you count me among those friends. I would be truly happy if you did."

"These days we spend here on Pasio will shine brightly in our memories forevermore."

"I truly believe that."

• Random conversation

"Serving others allows one to realize a greater potential of strength than they might otherwise."

"I learned this by serving Lady Caitlin."

"Serving and supporting a noble lady such as her, and to be led by her in turn, has allowed me to grow immensely as an individual."

"This relationship I share with Lady Caitlin may be similar to that of a Pokémon to its Trainer."

"I, too, hope to be the sort of Trainer that my partner Pokémon can be proud of."

• If spoken to again

"<player>, you have an amazing power for both attracting and leading others."

"You can trust my judgment in this matter. Please be confident in yourself."

"As a member of your team, I will continue to do all I can to play my part and support you with everything I have."

• Random conversation

"Looking at you, I can't help but imagine all sorts of things about the future."

"I look forward to seeing how you grow as time passes."

"I pray that you and Lady Caitlin can be good influences on each other, and that the two of you can shine together as skilled Trainers."

"That would, after all, allow me to remain close to you and witness your growth."

• If spoken to again

"I must continue to work hard myself so as not to fall behind the likes of you and Lady Caitlin."

"I must grow stronger so that I can properly be of service to strong Trainers such as yourselves."

"I hope you are looking forward to seeing how I, too, will grow as a Trainer."

• Special log-in conversation (generic)

"Welcome, <player>. I've been waiting for you."

"A splendid adventure awaits you once again today. I'm sure of it!"

• Special log-in conversation (morning)

"Rising with the sun to perform my duties as a butler with poise and efficiency... My definition of a perfect morning."

• Special log-in conversation (afternoon)

"Good day, young Trainer. I hope Pasio is treating you well today. If you require anything at all, please don't hesitate to ask."

• Special log-in conversation (evening)

"At times, it is my duty as a butler to provide counsel to those in need... Therefore, I must inform you that keeping late hours is ill-advised."

• Special gift conversation

"I have a present here for you."

"Please accept it."

• After giving out item

"Please use it however you best see fit. I chose it specifically because I thought it could be of use to you, after all."