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Volkner/Quotes

These are Volkner's quotes in the Pokémon games.

In the core series

Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum

Vista Lighthouse
"... ... ...So, you're the latest challenger up against the Sunyshore Gym... All right, I've decided! If I find you to be weak, I'm going to challenge the Pokémon League. I'm all done with renovating the Gym, so I don't need to be here. More than anything, I want to have battles that can thrill me again. As the toughest Gym Leader in Sinnoh, I'm going to unleash everything in my arsenal on you."
Sunyshore Gym
  • Before battle
"...All right, challenger. It's not often, but some Trainers manage to come and challenge me. But they've all been boring battles. I didn't break a sweat beating them. ...Sigh... I'm Volkner, the Gym Leader. They say I'm the top Gym Leader in Sinnoh, but... Anyway, I guess we'd better get this done. I hope you're the Trainer who'll make me remember how fun it is to battle!"
  • After the opponent sends out their last Pokémon
"Here it comes! Get ready for my trump card!DP/This is it! My trump card!Pt"
  • When the opponent's last Pokémon is at critical health
"Shocking... I didn't see this coming!"
  • Upon being defeated
"You've got me beat... Your desire and the noble way your Pokémon battled for you... I even felt thrilled during our match. That was a very good battle."
  • After being defeated
"...Hehehe. Hahahah! ...That was the most fun I've had in a battle since...I don't know when! It's also made me excited to know you and your team will keep battling to greater heights! This is your eighth Gym Badge. You've earned this!"
"That Beacon Badge lets you use the hidden move Waterfall even when you're not in a battle. Waterfall happens to be the key if you're going to the Pokémon League. Also, because you've collected all eight Badges, any Pokémon at any level will now obey you without fail. I want you to take this, too."
"What's inside that TM57 is the move Charge Beam. It may raise Special Attack if it lands. It's pretty hot."DP
"What's inside that TM57 is the move Charge Beam. It may raise Special Attack if it lands. It's electrifying!"Pt
  • If talked to again
"Your next step is the Pokémon League challenge. It's time for you to cross the sea and win your way through the gauntlet that is Victory Road. Demonstrate to the Pokémon League your mastery of your team. Against you, even the Elite Four will be pushed to fend off your challenge!"
Battle Frontier - Fight AreaPt
  • Before battle
"I don't know how I managed to get myself into this, but... Show me the skills that got you through the Pokémon League!"
  • Upon being defeated
"Your toughness is something else. We were completely overwhelmed!"
  • After being defeated
"Hey! Don't burn out on us! Now you're just getting in the way."
"Hahaha! That was a blast! Our combination came up short, but you're also a lot tougher as well. Promise me we'll do this again. I'll see to taking this husk home."
VillaPt
  • Any of the following
"I was told by Flint that we're meeting here. ...That's funny. You haven't heard anything about it?"
"Every one of my Pokémon are top class in potential. They're all potential game breakers!"
"Oh, yeah. I decided not to join the Elite Four. I got an earful about not renovating the Pokémon League building. Well, no. I'd rather be a Gym Leader where I could meet ordinary folks."
"My ELECTIVIRE is a force of nature to be reckoned with. No, don't get me started. I'll tell you another time."
"Hmm... This place gives me ideas about how I can renovate my Gym."
  • When Flint is at the Villa
"My relationship to Flint? There's no love lost, that's for sure."
"When I got my first Gym Badge, I used the move Thunderbolt. Ever since, I've stuck with the Electric type even as I got better. I do it because I don't want to ever forget how happy I was when I won. Incidentally, Flint's fascination with the Fire type is only from his name. Someone told him that a flint is what's used to spark a fire, and that was it."
"What?"
"...Maybe. Don't ruin things for others, though."
"What's wrong? You're looking serious for a change."
"Don't start! That will make my Gym stand out less."
"...Are you kidding? That's why you Elite Four are called irresponsible."
"Well, at least you are. I tell everyone you're irresponsible."
Battleground

Scenario 1

  • Before battle
"Your Pokémon... I can feel their power! Of course, you can sense the power of my Pokémon, can't you? Let us battle with you!"
Yes: "Yeah! It's electric, this feeling of anticipation! Let's do it! We're going to make some sparks fly!"
No: "Aww, come on now. Don't disappoint me..."
If talked to again after the player answered "No": "Hm? What's up? You do want to battle?"
  • When the opponent's last Pokémon is at critical health
"You methodically corner me! Just like before!"
  • Upon being defeated
"I even felt thrilled during our match. That was a very good battle."
  • After being defeated
"Winning makes me happy, and losing leaves me angry... That's no great revelation, but it's what makes me stronger."

Scenario 2

  • Before battle
"My ELECTIVIRE demands tough opponents. I'm willing to beg. Let's battle!"
Yes: "You! And me! Let's make some sparks fly!"
No: "Well, yeah, and Electivire is intimidating. I hear you..."
If talked to again after the player answered "No": "Hm? What's up? You're willing to face my ELECTIVIRE? And help toughen up my Pokémon?"
  • When the opponent's last Pokémon is at critical health
"You methodically corner me! Just like before!"
  • Upon being defeated
"I even felt thrilled during our match. That was a very good battle."
  • After being defeated
"Some Trainers have Pokémon they just have to have in their party. For me, ELECTIVIRE is that Pokémon..."

Pokémon Black 2 and White 2

Pokémon World Tournament
  • Before battle (first round)
"I hope you're the Trainer who'll make me remember how fun it is to battle!"
  • Before battle (second round)
"The next opponent is you... I hope you're the Trainer who'll make me remember how fun it is to battle!"
  • Before battle (final round)
"Since you've come this far, you must be quite strong... I hope you're the Trainer who'll make me remember how fun it is to battle!"
  • Upon being defeated
"You've got me beat... Your desire and the noble way your Pokémon battled for you... I even felt thrilled during our match. That was a very good battle."
  • If the player is defeated
"It was not shocking at all... That is not what I wanted!"
  • After battle (if the player won)
"...Hehehe. Hahahah! ...That was the most fun I've had in a battle since...I don't know when! It's also made me excited to know you and your team will keep battling to greater heights!"
  • After battle (if the player lost)
"The best part of a battle is not just winning. Pokémon who are fighting feel their limit at the edge of winning or losing... Such a shocking battle is what I want!"
  • In the lobby (after the tournament)
"I like how your Pokémon respond to your earnest enthusiasm. I'm glad someone who knows how to enjoy Pokémon battles won the tournament."

In the spin-off games

Pokémon Masters EX

Main article: Volkner (Masters)
Menu interface (voice clips)
  • After being recruited for the first time
"I'm Volkner. As a Pokémon Trainer, I want to have battles that can thrill me more than anything!"
  • Subsequent recruitments
"Let's make some sparks fly on this adventure!"
  • After being recruited (New Year's 2022)
"I'm Volkner. You and I should get together and have an electrifying new start with a battle!"
  • Sync pair viewer
"Every one of my Pokémon are top class in potential. They're all potential game breakers!"
"Yeah! It's electric, this feeling of anticipation!"
  • Sync pair viewer (New Year's 2022)
"I have this new idea for renovating my Gym."
"New beginnings are always full of thrilling new adventures!"
  • Selection screen (forming team)
"You need my help? ...eh, sure."
  • Selection screen (forming team, New Year's 2022)
"Let's jolt this into action!"
  • Selection screen (forming team with Flint)*
"Let's go, Flint. Don't you go burning out on me now."
  • Selection screen (forming team with Clemont)*
"Clemont! Let's light up the future with an electric shock!"
  • Selection screen (forming team with Sophocles)*
"Let me show you how I get things done, Sophocles!"
  • Selection screen (forming team with Molayne)*
"Molayne! I'm counting on your support!"
  • Selection screen (disbanding team)
"Later."
  • Selection screen (disbanding team, New Year's 2022)
"Later!"
  • Upon learning a new lucky skill
"This ought to make battles more interesting!"
  • Upon learning a new lucky skill (New Year's 2022)
"This'll shock you!"
  • Upon leveling up
"Looks like we've gotten even stronger."
  • Upon leveling up (New Year's 2022)
"Shocking!"
  • Upon reaching max level
"At this rate, we might just become the strongest on Pasio!"
  • Upon reaching max level (New Year's 2022)
"We're fully charged and ready to roll!"
  • Upon unlocking a new level cap
"We still have a ways to go."
  • Upon unlocking a new level cap (New Year's 2022)
"This is starting to get fun!"
  • Increasing friendship level cap
"Thrilling!"
  • Receiving EX style
"Yeah! It's electric, this feeling of anticipation!"
  • Receiving EX style (New Year's 2022)
"Excellent!"
  • During conversation
"Hey!"
"Hey."
"Uh-huh."
"Mheheheheh."
"Hahahaha!"
"Hmmm, hm-hm-hm! ♪"
"Hmph."
"Ah, heheheheh."
"Thrilling!"
"I'm impressed!"
"Congratulations!"
"Don't burn out!"
"Whoa, hey."
"Unacceptable!"
"No."
"Naghh."
"Tahh, hh..."
"This can't be..."
"Haah."
"Huh?"
"Uh!"
"Oah!"
"Naagh."
"Are you kidding..."
"Hmmm..."
"All right!"
"Thank you."
"I'm sorry."
"I'm on it!"
"I'd rather not."
"Ugh!"
"If you don't mind."
"I see."
"Wow!"
"Uh, heheheheh!"
"Later."
"Alright, I've decided!"
"I'm going to unleash everything in my arsenal on you!"
  • During conversation (New Year's 2022)
"'Ey!"
"Hey!"
"Yeah."
"Ehuheh."
"Hahahaha!"
"Hmm-hm-hmm! ♪"
"Hm."
"Ehahaha."
"Good one!"
"Amazing!"
"Excellent!"
"You have my support!"
"Stop!"
"Unbelievable!"
"No!"
"Nghh."
"Uhh, hh."
"No way..."
"Ahhh."
"What?"
"Huh!"
"Dah!"
"Ughh."
"Oh well."
"Hmm."
"All right!"
"Thanks!"
"Sorry."
"Understood."
"That's a no."
"Ah!"
"Please."
"Uh-huh..."
"I'm shocked!"
"Dah, hh."
"Later!"
"Let's enjoy this!"
"Here we go!"
  • During special log-in conversation (morning)
"What's the matter? Still sleepy? Then how about a battle? That ought to shock you wide awake!"
  • During special log-in conversation (afternoon)
"I wonder how they built Pasio... And how do they keep everything running?"
  • During special log-in conversation (evening)
"Be careful not to waste electricity at night. We can get in a lot of trouble if we cause an outage."
  • During special log-in conversation (morning) (New Year's 2022)
"Another day, huh? Let's jump-start it and have a blast!"
  • During special log-in conversation (afternoon) (New Year's 2022)
"I'm resolved to try out some new renovations—or rather, battle tactics—that haven't been done before!"
  • During special log-in conversation (evening) (New Year's 2022)
"I wonder if the owner of this island would let me light it up at night real bright, just like this outfit of mine!"
  • During special gift conversation
"Here, I think you could use this."
  • During special gift conversation (New Year's 2022)
"You can take this!"
  • During special gift conversation (Trainer Lodge)
"I have something special for you."
Battle interface (voice clips)
  • Co-op match screen
"All right!"
  • Co-op match screen (New Year's 2022)
"All right!"
  • VS screen
"Here we go!"
  • VS screen (New Year's 2022)
"Electrifying!"
  • Sending out Pokémon
"Let's go!"
  • Sending out Pokémon (New Year's 2022)
"Got it!"
  • Using Pokémon move
"Go for it!"
"Show 'em how it's done!"
  • Using Pokémon move (New Year's 2022)
"Now!"
"Get 'em!"
  • Using item
"I got this!"
  • Using item (New Year's 2022)
"Got it!"
  • Using Trainer move
"Spark!"
  • Using Trainer move (New Year's 2022)
"Here!"
  • Using sync move
"Let's make some sparks fly!"
  • Using sync move (New Year's 2022)
"Get ready for my trump card!"
  • Unity attack / theme skill
"Shock!"
"Thrill!"
"Spark!"
  • Unity attack / theme skill (New Year's 2022)
"Shock 'em!"
"Zap!"
"Go!"
  • Uh-oh!
"All right, I've decided!"
  • Switching in
"That's my cue!"
  • Switching in (New Year's 2022)
"My turn!"
  • Recalling fainted Pokémon
"It happens."
  • Recalling fainted Pokémon (New Year's 2022)
"You did well."
  • "Nice" emote
"Electrifying!"
  • "Nice" emote (New Year's 2022)
"Nice!"
  • "Watch out" emote
"Keep your eyes peeled!"
  • "Watch out" emote (New Year's 2022)
"Heads up!"
  • "Let's do this" emote
"Let's make some sparks fly!"
  • "Let's do this" emote (New Year's 2022)
"We're gonna make some sparks fly!"
  • "Thanks" emote
"Thank you."
  • "Thanks" emote (New Year's 2022)
"Thanks!"
  • Defeat
"Ah, you've got me beat."
  • Defeat (New Year's 2022)
"You've got us beat..."
  • Victory
"Mheheheheh."
"Hahahah! That was a blast!"
  • Victory (New Year's 2022)
"Ehuheh."
"What a thrilling battle! I had fun!"
Main Story Villain Arc - Galar - A Millennium into the Future
  • Leon's Wish
"Yo, Champion."
  • Rose's Methods
"Hey, I don't think Mr. Rose would use sync stones maliciously."
"Would it really be that bad for him to be in charge of the sync stones?"
"Well, to be honest..."
"Mr. Rose's request involves a lot of restrictions."
"I'm afraid I don't think we can be of further help."
Main Story - Mysterious Stones Chapter
  • Long-Held Ambitions on the Move
"Well, we're used to working with all kinds of technology, so something complicated should be no problem for us to handle."
"Wow, that's great!"
Story Event - The Eccentric Electrician
  • Volkner's Request
"Aha... Your Thunderbolt may be just the thing to reignite that fire of his."
"Hey, <player>, would you mind helping me with something? I'm in a bit of a bind right now."
"Come find me when you're ready."
  • Burned to Cinders
Flint?/He's burnt down to cinders again...: "You know him? Great. That saves me the trouble of explaining."
"We don't exactly see eye to eye on everything, me and Flint. For starters, we're both very particular about what Pokémon type we use."
"Today, we were going to settle once and for all the issue of whether Electric types or Fire types are the best, but..."
"I kept waiting for him at the spot we agreed on, and he never came. Then I found him here like this."
"I've tried talking to him and shaking him, but he just stands there like he's had his flames snuffed out. He must have had a really intense battle."
"I, for one, haven't forgotten what we were supposed to do today. That's where you come in."
"I need you to help me reignite his fire. We need to show him a great Pokémon battle!"
"That should get him fired up, right? He'll want to join in the fun himself."
"And to be completely honest, I'm also curious to see the power of your Thunderbolt for myself."
"What do you say?"
Let's do it!: "Great. Thank you!"
If you think I can do the job!: "Of course. Thank you!"
"All right. Without further ado, show us the power of your Thunderbolt!"
  • Off-screen
Wha—?!/What's going on?!: "*sigh* What terrible timing for a blackout."
  • A Pair of Tinkerers
  • Off-screen
"Don't worry. The power will be back on soon."
  • On-screen
"See? A simple blackout is no match for the technology in place here on Pasio."
"I'm Volkner. I'm a Gym Leader from Sinnoh. And you are?"
"Judging by your partner Pokémon, it looks like we have something in common. I'm sure we'll get along just great."
"Did you make that device on your back?"
"It looks like you got a bit of inspiration from Aipom for the arm."
"Yes. I love tinkering with machines."
"If you wouldn't mind, I'd love to take a look inside that device of yours sometime to see how it works."
"Oh, I almost forgot. Would you mind helping us light a fire under our friend here?"
"He's "burnt right down to cinders," as he says. I want to reignite his fire with a heated Pokémon battle."
"<player> and Clemont, both of you come at me at the same time!"
Are you sure you'll be fine alone?/Two-on-one? Really?: "Hahaha! You're worried about me?"
"I may not look like it, but they say I'm the top Gym Leader in Sinnoh."
"I'd be more worried about myself if I were you!"
  • A Fiery, Electric Showdown!
"Good! Now that's a shocking jolt!"
"The air's vibrating with electricity! The flashes are practically blinding!"
"This is why I love Electric-type Pokémon!"
"Not a problem! If the lights are out, we'll just have to shine brighter in their place!"
  • Off-screen
"Hey, Flint! How long are you going to just stand there all burned-out like that?!"
"The battle's going to end if you don't hurry up and snap out of it! Don't you want to join the fun?!"
  • On-screen
"You finally snapped out of it, I see."
"Don't burn out on us like that! It's a real bother, you know."
"Don't worry about it. Consider this payback for what you did for me in Sinnoh."
"Back when I'd forgotten how to enjoy battles as a Gym Leader."
"You often came to Sunyshore City despite being busy with your duties as a member of the Elite Four, remember?"
"You would find promising Trainers and have them come challenge me."
"Your efforts helped me remember how to enjoy Pokémon battles. I really am grateful to you for that."
"What? Did I move you to tears?"
"Well, I can't say I'm surprised hearing that coming from you."
  • The Blackout Sparker
"Looks like they're serious. Are you up for a battle, Flint?"
"You heard him. <player>, Clemont, feel free to sit this one out."
"Octillery is certainly a good Pokémon..."
"but you didn't do a very good job raising it!"
Thanks!: "Don't mention it. I didn't even break a sweat."
"The one that the Black Belts were using broke, so I fixed it for them."
"Yes. So I fixed them."
"I didn't do any renovations! I just fixed them in my own unique way!"
"I was so sure that the machines here on Pasio could withstand my special repairs. I guess I was wrong."
"Irresponsible? Me? I tell everyone that YOU'RE the irresponsible one."
Story Event - Trials on the Isle
  • Sophocles's New Helper
"What are you two doing?"
"Well...to tell you the truth, I'm the one who made those modifications!"
"It was just a small...tinkering with the circuits so I can charge up stuff wherever I go."
"Yeah. If you get a Pokémon to use electricity on it, it'll adjust the wattage and you can use it to charge your devices!"
"Uh, yeah! That's—"
"Sure, of course!"
"I was the one who modified it, after all. Let me help you out!"
Story Event - New Year and New Friends
  • A Thrilling New Year
  • Wearing his New Year's outfit
"My Electivire demands tough opponents."
"We got some good training in right as the new year began, huh?"
"Guess we should get some rest. Gotta be ready for tomorrow's battles!"
"Hm... That came from where we were just training, didn't it."
"Lightning striking at the start of a new year?"
"Seems like a good omen to me!"
"It's as if the skies are celebrating with us!"
"My gut's telling me this year is gonna be electrifying!"
  • Pair Up and Battle!
"Are you ready for some battles?"
"My partner Pokémon, Electivire, is a force of nature to be reckoned with."
"Actually...don't get me started. I'll tell you another time."
"What does that mean?"
"Yeah, that's the spirit! Let's get going, then!"
"So a Champion is participating in this tournament, too? I guess it'll be a challenge, then!"
"This is going to be our first battle of the tournament."
"Let's sync up and snag ourselves a win!"
"They sure are tough! Looks like they've had a few battles together to work on their teamwork!"
"Don't think you'll take us out that easily!"
"We're just getting warmed up!"
"Yeah. If we'd taken one more hit, we probably would've lost."
"Your support really helped me out!"
"It was like you could tell beforehand what I was going to do. Is that your precognition at work?"
"You sure know your stuff! Let's keep battling and start a winning streak, shall we?"
"We're doing a great job of keeping our winning streak going!"
"I can't wait to see what other combinations we can pull off with your precognition!"
"We might just be a good team after all!"
"So you joined the tournament, too?"
"Don't let your guard down, Sabrina."
"This team is gonna be hard to beat!"
"Hahaha! Sorry about that, you two!"
"It's our win! Looks like we're starting off this year on the right foot!"
  • The Root Cause
"So these two are our next opponents."
"I feel like I've seen that masked Trainer somewhere before..."
"Oh...I guess you're right."
"Now's not the time to be thinking about anything other than battling!"
"Look who's talking! You're shockingly strong!"
"That said, we're the ones who're gonna win here!"
"What's the matter? Things were just getting good."
"The generator shorted? That's not good..."
"C'mon, don’t look at me like that!"
"I was just battling, so there's no way I could've done anything."
"Could that be the source of our problem?"
"Why don't we postpone this battle for now?"
"We should probably resolve any issues with that generator first, if it's broken."
"I'm planning on checking out the area where we saw that bright flash of light just now. Want to come with?"
"Thanks! Then let's head out!"
"Oh, these Pokémon..."
"I see. Their electrical discharge must be why the power generator shorted!"
"Let's work together and try to calm those Pokémon down."
"Raichu are usually gentle, but they turn aggressive if they have too much electricity in their bodies."
"I'm sure those Magnemite are also being affected by Raichu, too."
"We can have a Pokémon battle to make them discharge all that electricity!"
"Let's show them our teamwork that we built up during the New Year's Battle Tournament!"
  • Calming Clamor
"We got them to discharge a lot of energy by battling them..."
"But it looks like they're still a bit on edge. Maybe it's because we cornered them."
"This might take a while..."
"Watch out! It's dangerous to get too close!"
"What was that?"
"Oh, that makes sense. You had me worried for a second!"
"Now all that's left is to return these Pokémon to their Trainers."
"Electivire?"
"Well, that's Electivire for you! I guess that happens sometimes!"
"It'll probably take some time to repair that, right?"
"Since we may have played a part in causing all of this, how about we help you fix it?"
"Haha! You saw right through me!"
"I've been curious about how Pasio's power system was set up!"
"I know we've solved the first problem..."
"But I really am still concerned about that power generator..."
"Really?!"
"Oh, that's just an exaggeration. Who told you that?"
"I can't say I'm proud that we caused problems for everyone, but..."
"We did make a pretty good team, didn't we?"
"Uh... I stopped counting partway through."
"And with all that commotion about the power going out, I completely forgot about it!"
"I don't remember the details, but I think it's fine as long as we all had fun!"
"I'm sure we will!"
"There are a lot of sync pairs here that remind me how fun it is to battle!"
"As long as we're here on Pasio, it's bound to be an exciting year!"
Story Event - Pasio Friendiversary
  • High-Flying Skyla
"This looks like it's gonna be a fun battle. Let's get this thing started!"
"If we don't amp it up, we might be in trouble."
Story Event - Shine a Gentle Light
  • Cutie on a Mission
"Oops... I must've upped the voltage too much..."
"I thought maybe you could use these new lights I invented as decorations..."
"But it seems Pasio's power grid couldn't handle the burden."
"Rumors? Like what?"
"Hahaha! In many ways? That's true!"
"Though, it is a shame."
"There were other inventions I wanted to try out..."
"I'm proud of them."
"Using this one, we can double or even–"
"You sure? Never mind, then..."
  • The Party Begins?
"Yeah! It seems like this party was a success."
"That would be amazing! Shall we ask Ampharos to drink it?"
"Hahaha! I can feel her energy overflowing!"
"Whoa! You OK?"
  • Guide through the Darkness
"You suddenly fainted, and everyone was worried."
Story Event - Who's the Best Singer?
  • The Special Concert Battle Begins!
"*sigh* You don't get it."
"The melancholy Piers obviously captured the audience's hearts more than anyone else!"
  • Piers the Melancholy
"The reason I thought of introducing you to these two is because of Mightyena and Houndoom's howls."
"These two Pokémon tend to operate in packs in the wild..."
"But by partnering with you, they exchanged the strength of being part of a pack for the strength of being independent."
"Their howls have a hint of loneliness to them... I think they'd work well with your melancholy, Piers."
"This is good! It's coming together!"
"I need to think about what contraptions to set up for the staging, too!"
  • What Singers Can Do
"Amazing as usual!"
"The melancholy from the music has the power to hit you right in the heart!"
"When Mightyena and Houndoom's howls overlap with Piers's singing..."
"don't all kinds of memories flash through your mind?"
"All the teams won... I guess that outcome works."
Story Event - Rising New Year's Resolutions
  • A Dragon That's Fond of Kids
  • Wearing his New Year's outfit
"But why?"
  • Artist from Another World
"What a friendly Pokémon."
  • Opponents That Fairies Are Good Against
"Hahaha! Seems like things are sparking up!"
  • Beat the Rain Clouds!
"Yeah, we should probably start climbing down the mountain before it gets worse..."
"What's the matter?"
Story Event - Sub-zero—My Past, My Future
  • Meeting Grusha
"Great battle, you two!"
"I really felt the fiery passion you put into your Pokémon battles!"
"What do you mean?"
"Is that so?"
"In that case, I've got your back as a fellow Pokémon Trainer..."
"Er, I mean, as a fellow Gym Leader—and I'll challenge you to electrifying battles!"
"You could say that."
  • Smoldering Flame
"A member of the Kalos Elite Four, huh..."
"I have a friend who's also a Fire-type Pokémon user and an Elite Four member, but you seem pretty different from him."
"... ... ..."
"Hey, don't you think you're going too far?"
Special Event - Electricity Disruptors
  • Be Careful of the Darkness
"W-Wait a second!"
"...OK, yes—I was fiddling with machines, but not even I would make enough mistakes to cause THIS many blackouts!"
"And weren't YOU the one who reinforced Pasio's electrical systems specifically to avoid outages like these happening?"
"So yeah, this blackout isn't only on me. Something strange is going on."
"You see? Even Bertha agrees with me."
"Oh, sorry about that. It's so dark in here, I can't see all that well."
  • The Blackout Continues...
"Oh, <player>. Well? Did anything strange happen?"
Yeah, and it was scary...: "I hear that. Something pretty weird happened here, too."
No, nothing happened.: "Really? That's good."
"Something pretty weird happened here..."
"Apparently it was some Electric-type Pokémon up to mischief that caused this blackout."
"Chew marks were found on the power cables."
"Sheesh... Those Pokémon are such a pain..."
"I'm about to go fix the cables now. Come along with me, <player>."
(Don't go.): "Oh..."
  • As "Volkner?"
"So...lonely..."
(Go along.): "Right."
  • As "Volkner?"
"Let's...go..."
Sync Pair Story - A Day with Volkner
"Hey, Luxray! Stop trying to pull me away!"
"I just want to look inside! I promise I'll put it back the way it was!"
What are you doing?: "Oh, hello there. I was just trying to take a look at this machine, but Luxray stopped me."
Doing some renovations?: "Unfortunately, no. I just wanted to get a better look at this machine here."
"I tried to do something similar back when I first arrived on Pasio, and one of the scientists here really gave me an earful."
"I assume that's why Luxray is trying to stop me."
"But I'm so interested in the technology they used to create such an enormous artificial island that I just can't help myself."
"I just want to peek under the hood and see how it all works. That's not renovating anything, is it?"
"You don't say? Well, it just so happens that I'm quite good at renova—er, repairs. Maybe I can be of assistance."
"A job well done. Oh, hello again, <player>. Were you waiting for me to finish?"
Did you fix the microwave?: "Of course. It was a shockingly easy fix. One of the parts had simply gotten knocked loose."
Did you find out what was broken?: "Yes. One of the parts had gotten knocked loose, which was causing the microwave to malfunction. Shockingly easy fix, really."
"Luxray has the ability to see through all kinds of objects, you know. So I was able to see what needed to be fixed, no problem."
"It sure would be helpful if he'd use that ability to help me renovate—uh, I mean, carefully analyze the machines on Pasio, too."
"But on the bright side, I've been renovating so many complex machines lately that fixing a simple kitchen appliance was a nice change of pace."
"Stuff like that helps me remember why I got into renovating machines in the first place."
"It's good to remember your roots. That's true even of Pokémon battles."
"There was a time when I had nearly forgotten how to enjoy Pokémon battles."
"But then I battled this one Trainer, and it was like I could suddenly remember why I enjoyed them so much."
"After that, I decided I wanted the Trainers I face to enjoy Pokémon battles just as much as I do."
"I think Luxray really enjoys battles, too."
"No matter how tired or sleepy he is, when it's time to battle, it's like a switch flips on inside him."
"The two of us will never stop having fun, shocking battles!"
Pokémon Center
  • During sync background preview
"Every one of my Pokémon is top class in potential. They're all potential game breakers!"
  • During sync background preview (New Year's 2022)
"Looks like we're starting off this year on the right foot!"
  • Random conversation
"I was invited to join the Elite Four once when I was in Sinnoh, but I had to turn them down."
"They told me in no uncertain terms that I couldn't renovate the Pokémon League building, so I lost interest."
"Well, no, I just thought that I'd rather be a Gym Leader where I could meet ordinary folks."
  • Random conversation
"Pasio is an artificial island. The environments here, like the forests, volcanoes, and glaciers, are all maintained by machines."
"But what kind of machines? And how exactly do they work? I'm so curious..."
"Aren't you curious, too? I just can't stop thinking about it."
  • Random conversation
"The roads in Sunyshore City, where my Gym is located, are actually solar panels."
"They convert sunlight into electricity."
"That gives us plenty of electricity to use and makes it a great place to live. I'd definitely recommend it if you're thinking about moving somewhere!"
  • Random conversation
"Do you and your partner Pokémon have a special move you can use as your trump card?"
"You know, something extra special to keep in reserve until the time is right."
"If not, you should definitely come up with one. I'm looking forward to seeing what electrifying move you call your trump card!"
  • Random conversation
"Hey, <player>. Do you have any moves that hold a special place in your heart? Maybe one you just really like?"
"When I got my first Gym Badge, I used the move Thunderbolt."
"I'll never forget the electrifying sensation I felt at that moment—or the joy it sparked in my heart."
  • Random conversation
"What do you think about the machines here on Pasio? They're interesting, huh?"
"Soon after I arrived here, I found an unusual machine in town. I tried to do some renovations to it..."
"but that caused a partial power outage. I got quite an earful from the PML staff afterward."
"But to tell you the truth, seeing how mad they got about it just made me even more curious about the kinds of machines they have here."
  • If spoken to again
"I used to renovate my Gym all the time back in Sinnoh."
"I ended up using so much electricity that it caused blackouts all over the city. I got so many complaints..."
  • Random conversation
"Do you know Flint? He's one of Sinnoh's Elite Four."
"Somehow we always seem to wind up doing stuff together, almost like we're stuck with each other, for better or worse."
"Don't get me wrong—he's a good guy. Maybe a bit too fired up for my taste, but don't let that turn you off about him."
  • If spoken to again
"Flint's a good guy, but sometimes he does the strangest things."
"Recently, he tried to challenge me to a Pokémon battle inside the villa! I swear, that guy can be really irresponsible sometimes."
  • Random conversation (New Year's 2022)
"Taking on new challenges is one way to make life a thrill."
"Together with Electivire, I'm resolving to find new ways to have fun in battle!"
  • Random conversation (New Year's 2022)
"Electivire is a force of nature to be reckoned with. Once I start talking about him, I just can't stop..."
"Like, did you know that in terms of electrical energy output, Electivire is one of the best of all Electric-type Pokémon?"
"Thanks to him, I have all the electricity I'll ever need to tinker around with machines."
  • Random conversation (New Year's 2022)
"When I'm with Electivire, I feel really pumped up and ready for anything!"
"I'm starting to sound like Flint. Watch, now I'll start saying stuff like, "We're burning hotter than ever!" Or, "We're on fire!""
  • Random conversation (New Year's 2022)
"I love this outfit. It's got a certain power to it, like surging lightning."
"I've been having the most fun I've had since...I don't know when! And it's all thanks to this outfit."
"I thought it might spark lots of inspiration for me as well, but that hasn't happened yet..."
  • Random conversation (New Year's 2022)
"Check out my new resolutions for this year: electric battles with <player>! And cutting-edge machine modifications!"
"Hmm. Now that I think about it, I guess that's what I always do anyway..."
  • Random conversation (New Year's 2022)
"Electivire and Luxray get along great. You'd almost think they were siblings!"
"When it comes to how they act with me, though, it's like they're polar opposites."
"Luxray is really responsible, making sure to stop me if I'm spending too much time tinkering with machines."
"Electivire, on the other hand, gets right in there with me and gets lost in the endless tinkering."
  • If spoken to again
"The other day, Electivire got way too worked up during a Pokémon battle. Luxray gave him a good scolding."
"I felt kinda bad about that...but watching them interact like that can be pretty fun sometimes."
  • Random conversation (New Year's 2022)
"Since this outfit matches Electivire's look, I feel a real connection with him when I wear it—like we share one heart and one mind."
"We're so connected, in fact, that I feel like we could let loose a surge of electricity at any moment!"
"Why are you looking at me like that? I was just joking!"
  • If spoken to again
"The other day, I was walking through town, and I started imagining taking apart all the machines that I saw around me."
"It was fun, but maybe I get a little carried away when I'm excited about something."
  • Special log-in conversation (generic)
"Hello again, <player>."
"I know you're no stranger to rousing adventure. Enjoy yourself out there."
  • Special log-in conversation (generic) (New Year's 2022)
"Hey, <player>. I'm so glad I ran into you."
"Today's a new beginning. I can't wait to see how we're going to spend it together."
  • Special log-in conversation (morning)
"What's the matter? Still sleepy? Then how about a battle? That ought to shock you wide awake!"
  • Special log-in conversation (afternoon)
"I wonder how they built Pasio... And how do they keep everything running?"
  • Special log-in conversation (evening)
"Be careful not to waste electricity at night. We can get in a lot of trouble if we cause an outage."
  • Special log-in conversation (morning) (New Year's 2022)
"Another day, huh? Let's jump-start it and have a blast!"
  • Special log-in conversation (afternoon) (New Year's 2022)
"I'm resolved to try out some new renovations—or rather, battle tactics—that haven't been done before!"
  • Special log-in conversation (evening) (New Year's 2022)
"I wonder if the owner of this island would let me light it up at night real bright, just like this outfit of mine!"
  • Special gift conversation
"Oh, there you are."
"I wanted you to have this."
  • After giving out item
"Put it to use however you see fit."
"The stronger you get as a Trainer, the happier I'll be to battle you!"
  • Special gift conversation (New Year's 2022)
"I was just hit by a flash of inspiration—to give you this!"
"Put it to good use!"
  • After giving out item
"If it comes in handy on your journey, that'd be really awesome."
  • Special Friendiversary Gifts log-in conversation with Steven and Morty
"We're all looking forward to more of your electrifying battles!"
"...By the way, Steven–you didn't stuff any of those rocks you love so much in with the gift, did you?"
"... ... ..."
  • Special The Eccentric Electrician story event blurb
"With a Thunderbolt that powerful, just maybe..."
  • Special The Eccentric Electrician story event conversation
"I'd be very grateful for your help. I'm counting on you!"
  • Special New Year and New Friends story event blurb (wearing his New Year's outfit)
"We're prepared for our first battle of the year!"
"Happy New Year, <player>!"
"Let's let the sparks fly in battle this year!"
"Yeah, that's great, too! I guess everyone has their own way of celebrating."
  • Electricity Disruptors special event blurb
"Something's off..."
  • Electricity Disruptors special event conversation
"Pasio's electrical system has been well-reinforced. It shouldn't be so easy for blackouts to just happen like this."
"Maybe this is just a prank played by some ghost Pokémon... I hope so, anyway."
Trainer Lodge
  • When spoken to (friendship level 1-9)
"Hey, how're you?"
  • When spoken to (friendship level 10-29)
"Ah, you've arrived, <player>! I was starting to get bored!"
  • When spoken to (friendship level 30+)
"Hey, <player>! I'm sure spending time with you will fill me with thrilling inspiration!"
  • Special gift conversation (friendship level 1-9)
"I'll give you this."
  • After giving out item
"I've held on to it thinking it would come in handy, but I think you'd find a better use for it."
  • Special gift conversation (friendship level 10-29)
"I'm not sure if you'll feel a jolt of anticipation, but it's definitely useful!"
  • After giving out item
"If I come across another lucky find, I'll bring it to you!"
  • Special gift conversation (friendship level 30+)
"Hey, <player>! Here's a token of my appreciation."
  • After giving out item
"I'll be showing my support for you in more ways than just providing gifts!"
"Let's continue to inspire each other!"
  • Chat (available from start)
"I'm always coming up with thrilling ideas to upgrade my machines!"
"There are a few machines in this room, too..."
"If you ask me, they all have room for improvement!"
  • Chat (after completing A Special Day with Volkner: Part 1)
"You've officially experienced the thrill of tinkering with machines, <player>..."
"But this is just the beginning! Tinkering with machines can be deep and complex!"
"I'll teach you all of its charms, so I hope you look forward to it!"
  • Chat (after completing A Special Day with Volkner: Part 2)
"It's easy to get caught up in tinkering with machines, always needing to adjust something... I'm sure you understand."
"It's great if it leads to an improvement, but that's not often the case..."
"So, make sure you can revert any changes in case anything goes wrong, OK?"
Interactions
  • When conversation is initiated (friendship level 1-9)
"Sure, let's talk for a bit."
  • When conversation is initiated (friendship level 10-29)
"I'm up for a conversation about anything. Do you want to talk, <player>?"
  • When conversation is initiated (friendship level 30+)
"I was waiting for you! Talking to you is always so thrilling, <player>!"
  • If given a Battery or Good Battery
"Hm? A present for me? Thanks—I'll take it!"
  • If given an Awesome Battery
"Wow, look at that! Are you sure you want me to have it?"
"Thanks for the thrilling gift, <player>!"
  • After the conversation ends (Great / Excellent)
"Why don't we call it a day? Let's talk again soon."
  • After the conversation ends (Wonderful)
"Hahahah! I had a really fun time!"
"My chats with you are always full of shocking new discoveries!"
Friendship Story - A Special Day with Volkner: Part 1
"So...your Poryphone is malfunctioning?"
"There seems to be a bug with the calling function and some other features, too?"
"Let me take a look at it."
"Don't worry. It doesn't look too—"
"Actually, you know what?"
"Would you like to take a stab at fixing it, <player>?"
"It's a simple repair, and I can walk you through how it's done. What do you think?"
(Accept Volkner's offer, and take on the challenge.): "That's the spirit!"
"It'll be a challenge for me, too!"
(Ask why he's suggesting you tinker with it.): "Well, y'know..."
"You've been influenced and taught by a lot of different folks here on Pasio, right?"
"I guess that kind of makes me want to teach you, too. Namely...how to tinker with machines! "
"This is a chance for you to learn all about how fun tinkering can be!"
"OK! Let's get right down to it!"
"First..."
"Let's test it out—give me a call."
"It worked! Just in case, let's run a few more performance tests..."
"Well done—it's fully repaired now! You did a great job."
"It's interesting getting to see the inner workings of your Poryphone. Isn't tinkering fun?"
(Happily say you had fun.): "I'm so glad to hear that!"
(Say you're amazed you were able to fix it yourself.): "Right?"
"I'd like you to experience even MORE of the joys of tinkering with machines!"
"So..."
"would you like to help me with a project of mine?"
Friendship Story - A Special Day with Volkner: Part 2
"It's time!"
"We can finally show off our renovation project to light up the stadium!"
"And those lights should be turning on any second now..."
"Aha! There they are!"
"Hahaha!"
"We did it, <player>! Our modifications are a hit!"
(Tell him you should have taken it even further.): "Yeah, you're not wrong about that! I'll be a little more adventurous next time!"
(Say you're proud of your ideas.): "Yeah, those were great! They even sparked a fire in my heart, too!"
"I wanted you to see how Trainers who like to tinker operate..."
"And I wanted you to get a glimpse of how fun it is out in the field."
"You're just starting out in this DIY hobby, and that's when you have the most fun with it, <player>."
"Once you've gotten a taste of success, there's no going back!"
"Just you wait, <player>...you'll be obsessed in no time."
"Oops... Looks like our client isn't very happy..."
"Well..."
"I guess we'll just have to get scolded together!"
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