The anime adaptation of "Sengoku Youko" is currently airing, but how much do you know about the famous quotes of the characters that appear in the series? The series is set in a world where darkness and humans coexist, and depicts the growth of various people and darkness as they interact with each other. As a shonen manga, it also features well-drawn battle scenes, but the core of its appeal lies in the charm of the characters. In particular, many of the quotes spoken by the characters in this series are deeply meaningful, as they are connected to each individual's way of life and outlook on life. So, today we would like to introduce the famous quotes of the characters that appear in this series in a ranking format. These quotes are taken from the story that will likely be broadcast in the first season of the anime, so if you are experiencing this series for the first time through the anime, be sure to check it out.
7th Place: Thank You, Good Work by Tama
Ranked seventh on the ranking of popular quotes from this series is Tama's "Thank You, Good Work." These words were spoken upon ending the role of the darkness that had created a barrier in a certain village that separated the village from the outside world under the pretext of "protecting the village from change." Tama is known for being a very loyal and compassionate person, and for working to reform society. This quote perhaps best captures her character.
The Emotional Fox Spirit
While fox spirits are often thought of as fox spirits, they are actually very emotional characters, as seen in this quote. They can sense darkness and human emotions, express gratitude, or even anger. Tama's great quality is that she is able to put herself in the other person's shoes and speak to them, no matter how inconvenient their actions may be.
6th Place: We are oppressed because we are weak. Weak people have no value in life. That's why I want to become strong and great. - Shinsuke
Ranked 6th on the ranking of popular quotes from this series is Shinsuke's: "We are oppressed because we are weak. Weak people have no value in life. That's why I want to become strong and great." These words were spoken by Shinsuke when he was still a weak young man. Among the quotes that appear at the beginning of the series, this one packs a punch, and it's sure to remain memorable for many fans.
The word that best describes Shinsuke
Shinsuke is a character who grows particularly throughout the series, but in the early part of the first anime season, he was still a weak boy. Because of this, he desires power more than anyone else, and his straightforwardness is his defining characteristic. However, this quote perfectly captures the ambivalent feelings between Shinsuke's straightforwardness and his own self-doubt.
Leading to Future Growth
His strong determination and sense of remorse will likely lead to his future growth. Going forward, Shinsuke will grow from being the one being guided to being the one leading. Keep an eye on Shinsuke, who will become a reliable support for characters who appear later in the series.
5th Place: The oldest and most powerful soul-guiding impact weapon, most effective at conveying a man's soul!!! Kyobuzashi!!! by Douren
Ranked fifth on the series' popular quotes: "The oldest and strongest soul-guiding, striking weapon, most adept at conveying a man's soul!!! Kyobushin!!" These words are uttered by Douren, a formidable enemy who stands in the way of Jinka and his friends early in the game. This quote is quite different from the other quotes, so many people were probably surprised when they first saw it.
The Most Refreshing Quote
This quote is one of the most refreshing in the series, and it perfectly captures Doren's unique honesty and combat philosophy. While this quote doesn't really make us think deeply, many readers have likely experienced being touched by Doren's unique cheerfulness and honesty.
One of the most popular characters in the series
For these reasons, Douren is one of the most popular characters in the series. Set in a time of war, there are many characters who are cowardly or hard-hearted, but characters with a straightforward personality like Douren are extremely rare. This quote is recognized as extremely popular not only for its meaning, but also for Douren's popularity as a character.
4th Place: "You Can't Be Happy Unless You Succeed Your Ambitions, Right?" There's no way... by Zanzo
Ranked fourth on the series' popular quote list is Zanzo's, "You can't be happy unless you fulfill your ambitions? There's no way..." These words were spoken by Zanzo after he defeated his own sister, a spiritually modified human, and discovered that she had been secretly plotting to gain power.
An era where our way of life as human beings is called into question
The Sengoku period, the setting of this work, was a particularly turbulent time in Japanese history, when many people lived in poverty. This is why some, like Zanzo's sister, resorted to superhuman powers in order to gain power. It is precisely in such an era that Zanzo's famous quote, which so genuinely poses the question of what true happiness is, shines.
Compared to Shinsuke
As reflected in these words, Zanzo's stance is the polar opposite of Shinsuke's. Shinsuke simply seeks power to protect himself and his allies. Zanzo, in contrast, tends to prioritize not only power, but also relationships with others and his own aesthetic sense. It will be interesting to see how these differences in their personalities will affect their future.
3rd Place: Welcome to the World! I'll Do My Best! by Shakugan
Ranked third on the ranking of popular quotes from this series is Shakugan's "Welcome to the World! I'll Do My Best!" This quote was uttered when Shakugan was attacked by a powerful enemy while hiding a pregnant woman, and risked his own life to protect her.
Shakugan's Final Words
Shakugan plays a key role throughout the series' early stages, and these are the words he utters as he loses his life protecting a pregnant woman and her child. While there's a chance he could make a comeback, these words are effectively his final words in the first season of the anime, so it's definitely something to keep an eye on.
Shinsuke's Trauma
Shakugan was an important friend to Shinsuke, so his death was deeply traumatic for him. Shinsuke had always sought power, but Shakugan's death motivated him to seek it even more. In the anime, keep an eye out for the change in Shinsuke's state of mind after her death.
2nd Place: Both the Powerless and the Powerful Everyone Suffer. Don't You Think They're Adorable People? "People Are What They Are" by Tama
The second most popular quote from this series is Tama's, "Don't you think that the powerless and the powerful are all lovable human beings who suffer?" Like the quote from Tama introduced at the beginning of this article, this quote also offers insight into her thoughts on humanity.
The Driving Force for World Reform
At the beginning of the story, Tama and Jinka introduce themselves as "world reform siblings," and throughout the story, it becomes clear why Tama is so committed to peace in the human world. Tama has lost a close friend in the past, so it's worth paying attention to her relationship with that person.
Tama, who loves people, and Jinka, who hates people
Furthermore, it's worth noting that Tama's views on humans and Jinka's views on humans are completely opposite. The two share a strong bond, but their views on humans are completely different. Tama understands Jinka's views, but she is working hard to change him, so it will be interesting to see how her efforts bear fruit.
1st Place: A human's time is shorter than darkness. I want to spend time with you. by Jinka
The most popular quote from this series is Jinka's, "A human's time is shorter than darkness. I want to spend time with you." This quote was spoken by Jinka to Tama. Although Jinka dislikes people, he harbors special feelings for Tama, and because of this, he confesses his desire to understand her.
The Agony of Being Born a Human
Jinka is tormented by the fact that he was born a human. His search for a way to become darkness also hides his loathing for humans. For Jinka, the short lifespan of a human is also one of the anguish of not being able to live the same time as Tama.
How will Jinka deal with Tama?
However, the fact that Jinka is human remains unchanged. I'd like to pay more attention to how Jinka will accept the fact that he is human and how he will face Tama in the future.
Pay attention to the characters' positions and statements!
So far, I've been introducing the characters that appear in this work, but from here on, I'd like to explain why it's important to pay attention to famous quotes from anime works, as in this article. There are many benefits to paying attention to famous quotes from other anime works as well, so be sure to check them out.
Famous quotes indicate a character's position in the story
A character's famous quotes essentially indicate that character's position in the story. Characters in a story have roles, and the characters who fulfill those roles shape the overall message of the story. That's why it's important to understand each character's position throughout the story. It's the impactful lines that appear in the story—in other words, famous quotes—that make it easier for readers to understand the character.
All the famous quotes are connected
As such, the famous quotes that appear in the work are based on the character's position in the story, and are all connected in accordance with the author's intentions. Therefore, rather than enjoying a single quote from a single character, it is necessary to understand the entire work while understanding each of the many quotes that exist.
Feeling the Message of the Work
Famous quotes are the most important element in conveying a message. I'm sure there are many anime fans who say, "I enjoyed the work, but I ended up feeling frustrated because I didn't understand what it was saying." It's especially for those people who want to pay attention to the famous quotes that appear in the work.
"Interactions with People"
One of the most important themes depicted in this work is "interactions with people." While this work features many characters who are completely different from humans, such as Yami, how these characters coexist with humans is also an important theme. With this in mind, many of the characters' famous quotes focus on their interactions with people, and paying attention to these quotes will help you understand the theme of this work more clearly.
Check out the original anime quotes!
Also, it's impossible to say for sure whether the quotes introduced here will appear in the anime version. Conversely, it's possible that some original quotes will appear, so be sure to keep an eye out for these. Unlike manga, animated works involve the performances of voice actors, so you'll likely enjoy more moving quotes than the original work.
Summary
What did you think? This time, we've introduced some of the quotes from the characters in this work. While these characters are already fascinating in the original work, we believe they become even more captivating in the anime. If this article has piqued your interest, be sure to check out the anime version. There are many more quotes that we weren't able to introduce this time, so if you've become interested in this work's quotes through this article, we recommend that you read the original work and look for quotes that you like. If you understand the quotes from the original work, you'll be able to notice changes in the anime version and the changes in direction, allowing you to enjoy the quotes from the work even more deeply.
