Saizo/Fates Quotes

Ally Saizo

Birthright Chapter 10

Vs. Kotaro

• Saizo: Kotaro of Mokushu...you will now answer to me.
• Kotaro: I answer to no one. Who are you to suggest otherwise?
• Saizo: I am Saizo the Fifth, servant to the Hoshidan royal family.
• Kotaro: Saizo...that's familiar. I believe I've murdered others of your pitiful lineage.
• Saizo: You—! How dare you! My father was an honorable man.
• Kotaro: Honorable? Maybe. Weak? Definitely. That balding old fool had the audacity to lecture ME! So naturally...I put an end to his life.
• Saizo: I knew you were the one responsible for his death. Coward!
• Kotaro: Bwahaha! Isn't this a stroke of luck? To fell both father and son with the same blade... How poetic!
• Saizo: I'm about to rewrite your poem...
• Kotaro: Please. If you're anything like your father, you won't land a single blow!

(If Saizo gets the kill)

• Saizo: How's that? Did I land a single blow?
• Kotaro: Ugh... *cough* *cough* *gurgle*
• Saizo: Fitting. Father, you are avenged.

Conquest Chapter 17

Vs. Kotaro

• Saizo: Kotaro of Mokushu...you will now answer to me for your crimes.
• Kotaro: I answer to no one. Who are you to suggest otherwise?
• Saizo: I am Saizo the Fifth, servant to the Hoshidan royal family.
• Kotaro: Saizo...that name sounds familiar. I believe I've murdered others of your pitiful lineage.
• Saizo: You—! How dare you! My father was an honorable man.
• Kotaro: Honorable? Maybe. Weak? Definitely. That balding old fool had the audacity to lecture me! So naturally...I put an end to his life.
• Saizo: I knew you were the one responsible for his death. Coward!
• Kotaro: Bwahaha! Isn't this a stroke of luck? To fell both father and son with the same blade... How poetic!
• Saizo: Sorry to disappoint, but I'm about to rewrite your poem's ending...
• Kotaro: Ha! If you're anything like your father, you won't land a single blow!

(If Saizo gets the kill)

• Saizo: How's that for not landing a single blow?
• Kotaro: Ugh... My dreams... My Kingdom!! *cough* *cough* How could I lose...?! *sputter* ...
• Saizo: A fitting end. Father...you have been avenged. May you rest in peace now.

Revelation Chapter 11

Vs. Kotaro

• Saizo: Kotaro of Mokushu...you will answer to me.
• Kotaro: I answer to no one. Who are you to suggest otherwise?
• Saizo: I am Saizo the Fifth, servant to the Hoshidan royal family.
• Kotaro: Saizo...that's familiar. I believe I've murdered others of your pitiful lineage.
• Saizo: You--! How dare you. My father was an honorable man.
• Kotaro: Honorable? Maybe. Weak? Definitely. That balding old fool had the audacity to lecture ME! So, naturally...I put an end to his life.
• Saizo: I knew you were the one responsible for his death. Coward!
• Kotaro: Bwahaha! Isn't this a stroke of luck? To fell both father and son with the same blade... How poetic!
• Saizo: I'm about to rewrite your poem...
• Kotaro: Please. If you're anything like your father, you won't land a single blow.

(If Saizo gets the kill)

• Saizo: How's that? Did I land a single blow?
• Kotaro: Ugh... *cough* *cough* *gurgle*
• Saizo: Fitting. Father, you are avenged.

Revelation Chapter 13

Vs. Ryoma

• Saizo: Lord Ryoma...
• Ryoma: You would point your blade at me, Saizo? Have you truly joined Avatar and betrayed your liege?
• Saizo: No. My loyalty lies with you and you alone. However I feel that you are blinded to the real enemy among us... I do not think I am betraying you now. My actions will show you...
• Ryoma: Hmph... So even you have had your heart swayed by Avatar.
• Saizo: That may be the case. In time, yours will, too. I must get past you though. The fate of this town requires it. Please, find it your heart to forgive me for what I must do...

Enemy Saizo

Conquest Chapter 12

Pre-Battle Quote

“I am Lord Ryoma's retainer, Saizo. Behold my mastery of explosives!”
—Saizo's pre-battle quote

Vs. Avatar

• Saizo: Fight me, Avatar. It must be destiny that we meet again. Last time we were interrupted… but this time you won’t be so lucky. Let us settle this fair and square.
• Avatar: I wouldn’t want it any other way.

Vs. Kaze

• Saizo: Kaze... I never thought I'd live to see my own brother betray us. As your twin, and a proud ninja serving the great kingdom of Hoshido... I want you to know that I am truly ashamed of you and your actions.
• Kaze: Saizo, we have been close since the moment we were born. I never wished to disappoint you, but I stand by my decision. Say what you will---I have no regrets. I proudly side with Avatar.
• Saizo: You are a fool, Brother. I will show you the error of your ways!

Defeated

“Well done. But next time… will be a different story…”
—Saizo's Conquest Chapter 12 defeat/retreat quote

Conquest Chapter 25

Pre-Battle Quote

“We will not surrender. No matter how grim things seem, I believe in Hoshido! I believe in Lord Ryoma!”
—Saizo's pre-battle quote

Death

“I have failed...Lord Ryoma...Though I must die...my words remain true. I will always believe in Hoshido...We will win this war. The world....will one day....know peace..."”
—Saizo's death quote

Revelation Chapter 8

Pre-Battle Quote

“I am Saizo, retainer to Lord Ryoma. I am certain that you are to blame for my lord's disappearance. I will not—I cannot—forgive your betrayal. You don't honestly think you can stand against me, do you?”
—Saizo's pre-battle quote.

Defeated

“Grah! I can't die here... For Lord Ryoma's sake, I must retreat for now and live to fight another day...”
—Saizo's defeat quote.

My Castle

“Is that all? Tell me now if so.”
—Before leaving anywhere he's working

Castle Grounds

• "Leave everything to me today. I can handle it with ease." (surge)
• "Always take good care of your weapon. Skill means nothing without a sharp blade." (weapon exp)
• "Hm... What is this?" (item)
• "People are always after me to pay more attention to what I wear. Hmph! Any ideas?" (prompting for an accessory)
  • "Thanks, Avatar." (given an accessory, liked)
  • "What, a present? Um, wow. Should I have...?" (given an accessory, loved)
  • "...What's this for?" (Bath Towel accessory gift)
  • A birthday present? For me? Are you sure this isn't for Kaze? ...Well...thanks. (accessory gift given, birthday)
  • Your love means more to me than anything else. I will cherish you always. (accessory gift given, birthday, married)
• "Thanks for all you do. I'm sure it's no easy task to keep things running." (idle)
• "Avatar... I've got some time to kill. Care to spar with me?" (idle)
• "Expect to see my very best in the next battle!" (idle)
• "Hey Avatar. Uh, no time to talk—I've got to...You know what? Let's not say." (idle)
• "Still hard at work? Your persistence is quite admirable." (idle)
• "Did you need something?" (idle)
• "Hello, traveler. You don't appear to be an enemy, so feel free to explore." (visiting another castle)

Asking - Normal

• "Not that I need it, but could you watch my back in the next battle?" (team-up)
• "I would, uh, be honored if we could fight together in the next battle." (team-up)
• "What do you do between missions?" (hobby)

Replying - Normal

• "Agreed." (team up)
• "Sorry—my duty forbids me to speak of such things." (free time)
• "I...cannot say. You never know who might be listening." (hobby)

Asking - Married

• "Listen: now that I've got you, I couldn't go on without you. Don't die on me." (promise)

Replying - Married

• "Heh. Me, die? I refuse to surrender to death so easily." (promise)

Replying - Child

• "At least now I can make up for all our time apart." (spending time)
• "A new uniform wouldn't hurt. Mine is starting to show its age." (gift)

Private Quarters

Friendship

• "You sent for me? Well, I've got a few questions to ask you too. Hmph!" (Invite)
• "Were you going to tell me something? If so, spit it out." (Invite)
• "Avatar, so you are planning a secret mission, aren't you? Hmph. Let's hear it..." (Invite)
• "I'm sorry to interrupt you... There was something you wanted to discuss...?" (Invite - Married)

Bonding

“If it was anyone else but you, I'd say that was a complete waste of my time.”
—Friendship bonding quote

“That seemed completely pointless. But I'll give you the benefit of the doubt.”
—Saizo's friendship bonding quote

“I'd mock this whole pursuit if it wasn't your doing.”
—Saizo's friendship bonding quote

“Strange how these bonds form in battle. Stranger still that I could become as loyal to anyone as I am to Lord Ryoma.”
—Saizo's friendship rank-up quote

Lovers

• "You're home. Come a little closer, Avatar... It's just the two of us." (Entrance)
• "Is that you, Avatar? You're home late, I was getting worried." (Entrance)
• "I've been waiting for you forever, Avatar." (Entrance)
• "Who's there?! ...O-oh, it's you. I can't believe I let you sneak up on me like that!" (Awakening, good)
• "What's going on?! Oh, it's you. I was afraid you were Kaze for a second." (Awakening, bad)
• "Hey. You're back. I got these flowers for you...just because." (Flowers)
• "Stay with me awhile longer, will ya?" (Exit)

Bonding

“You alone may know my one weakness: I'm incredibly ticklish.”
—Saizo's lover bonding quote

“We're close as can be. I swear we'll never part.”
—Saizo's lover bonding quote

“I wan't to reduce the distance between us... Ah, that did the trick.”
—Saizo's kiss quote

“Who knew anyone could capture my heart? But now that you have it... I'm in the palm of your hand.”
—Saizo's lover rank-up quote

Armory

“Need something? Just speak up.”
—When entering the armory

“I don't suggest buying every item. Only those that are crucial now.”
—When buying something for him

“I'm still on duty. Are you positive about this?”
—When buying something for him while he's on duty

“If you need to know the price of an item, just ask.”
—When selling something for him while he's on duty

Goods

“I'll take anything that'll be useful in battle.”
—When buying something for him

“I don't care what you do with my supplies.”
—When selling something for him

Smithy

“We should focus on making ourselves stronger, not our weapons.”
—Upon entering the smithy

“I won't object to having a more lethal weapon.”
—When forging his weapons

Lottery Shop

“Ready to play the lottery? Maybe you'll get lucky.”
—When entering the lottery shop

“Heh. Some people have all the luck. That's the best prize anyone's won all day.”
—When winning the golden ball

“Huh? You won something half-decent.”
—When winning the silver ball

“That's a consolation prize. Don't get too excited.”
—When winning the wooden ball

Arena

“I can't wait to get in there. There's no way that I'll lose a battle in a place like this.”
—When entering the arena

“Saizo the Fifth—here to help.”
—Partnering up with someone

“That was the only possible outcome.”
—Victory

“I've been defeated! How is this possible?”
—Defeat

Accessory Shop

“I have no idea how I got stuck selling accessories, but here I am...”
—When entering the accessory shop

Mess Hall

“The only thing that matters to me is ending up full at the end of the meal.”
—When entering the mess hall

“Please, wait right here.”
—Before cooking

“What did you say?! ...Of course I can cook! You can handle a little heat, can't you?”
—After successful cooking

“Ugh! I ran out of my favorite seasoning, so I had to make a few changes.”
—After unsuccessful cooking

“How impressive. This food is so delicious!”
—After eating good food

“This tastes fine...I suppose.”
—After eating decent food

“Um, did someone pour poison in this?”
—After eating bad food

Prison

“What a simple mission. All I have to do is keep my eyes peeled.”
—When entering the prison

Hot Springs

“This isn't your time to be here! Have you taken leave of your senses?!”
—When entering as the female Avatar (unmarried)

“Ah, it's you. If you wanted to take a bath together, you should have said so.”
—When entering as the female Avatar (married)

Einherjar Shop

“I'm familiar with some Einherjar but certainly not all of them.”
—When entering the Einherjar shop

Gathering Spots

“Soybeans have long been a cornerstone of the ninja diet. We dry them for lean times.”
—Spoken to at the bean fields

“I caught some fish. How about cooking up a seafood dish?”
—Spoken to at a fishing hole

“A true ninja has the milk bottled before the cow can feel it's loss.”
—Spoken to at the dairy farm

“This is sweet, isn’t it? Take it away.”
—Spoken to at a peach/berry tile

“Vegetables will keep you alive, I suppose. That's all I can say for them.”
—Spoken to at a daikon/cabbage tile

“It was a thrilling hunt. I’ll let you have some of the spoils.”
—Spoken to at a hunting forest

“I love the sight of wheat swaying in the wind. It reveals any enemies lying in wait.”
—Spoken to at the wheat field

“Have some rice. It keeps for a long time and makes for good meals.”
—Spoken to at a rice paddy

“I was practicing my moves when I stumbled upon some ore. Take it.”
—Spoken to at a Hoshidan spring

“I found some ore for you. It’s not rare, but it still might be useful.”
—Spoken to at a Hoshidan spring

“I managed to find some ore. You should take some.”
—Spoken to at a Hoshidan spring

“Huh. So this is Nohrian ore, eh? I wonder what it's worth.”
—Spoken to at a Nohr ore gathering spot

“I'm on my way to an important mission. But I wanted to give you some ore.”
—Spoken to at a Nohr ore gathering spot

“Maybe you can forge something with this ore. I'm giving the rest to Lord Ryoma.”
—Spoken to at a Nohrian mine

“Rations are important on any trip. You may find you need these.”
—Spoken to at a food gathering spot (visiting another castle)

“Have you never seen ore before? Here, you can have it if you want.”
—Spoken to at a Hoshidan ore gathering spot (visiting another castle)

Avatar's Birthday

• "Today is your birthday, is it not? Congratulations, Avatar."
• "Today is your birthday? Then that means it's a day I treasure as well. (married)
• "I'm uh... glad you were born."

Level Up

• "I can take on anyone." (6+ stats up)
• "Soon I will be worthy to serve the king." (4-5 stats up)
• "I must do better." (2-3 stats up)
• "Unacceptable." (0-1 stat up)
• "Have I finally surpassed my father?" (0-1 stat up, most stats capped)

Class Change

• "New methods. Same mission."

Help Description

A blunt Hoshidan ninja and one of Ryoma's retainers. Has a twin brother, Kaze.

Roster

A Hoshidan ninja who serves Ryoma and is the fifth to carry the Saizo name. He has a younger twin brother, Kaze. Curt and taciturn, but unfailingly loyal. Dislikes sweets more than anyone. Born on 10/2.

Final Chapter

Endgame (Birthright)

“Rise, Avatar. Your story cannot end this way.”
—Saizo's final chapter quote.

DLC Pre-Battle Quotes

Beach Brawl

“For Lord Ryoma, I would defeat any opponent. My liege will be going to that island. No one else—ever. So please, don't take this personally.”
—Saizo's pre-battle quote

“Lord Ryoma, forgive me. I failed to get you that ticket...”
—When defeated

Boo Camp Pre-Battle

“I will cut you down and become the powerful retainer my liege deserves. Know the name of your doom: Saizo the Fifth!”
—Saizo's pre-battle quote.

Ghostly Gold Pre-Battle

“All these whiners are so pathetic! A few sleepness nights won't kill you. A ninja like me can stay awake five days straight. ...Go on. Ask me how I know!”
—Saizo's pre-quote quote.

Museum Melee Pre-Battle

“This is absurd. I have better things to do than rob children of their toys. But a Saizo always performs what is demanded of them. Without exception!”
—Saizo's pre-battle quote.

Anna on the Run Pre-Battle

“What are you playing at, running about half-naked in this weather? Even a thief can show some dignity. If you won't warm yourself, perhaps the heat of battle is what you need!”
—Saizo's pre-battle quote.

Battle Quotes

Dual Support

• "For Lord Ryoma!"
• "Watch me work."
• "I'm here!"
• "Bring it on!"
• "Fate, I guess."
• "This'll be quick."
• "They won't beat us."
• "Time for some murder."
• "I believe in you."

Dual Strike

• "Back off!"
• "I'm over here!"
• "Got your back!"
• "Gotta do everything!"
• "No other way!"

Dual Guard

• "I got this!"
• "Watch it!"
• "Are you alright?"
• "I gotcha!"

Defeated Enemy

• "Naturally..."
• "Done."
• "That's it..."
• "Goodbye..."
• "There's another!"
• "Heh..."

Partner Defeated Enemy/When Healed

• "Stealing my kill?"
• "Thanks."
• "I could've done that."

Critical/Skill

• "...Weak."
• "Bad news..."
• "You've breathed your last!"
• "...Die!"

Defeated by Enemy

• "Still... not good enough..."

Confession

“I guess I can't be shy around you anymore, huh. I promise to tell you everything...”

Death/Retreat Quote

“...Hm...I can't fight with a wound like this... I'm retreating.”
—Saizo's retreat quote (casual)

“I must not... fall here... My liege still needs me... For him... I shall retreat.”
—Saizo's retreat quote (classic)