As fans get ready for the last episode of the fourth and final season of Attack On Titan, many are already reminiscing about the series highlights. Among the most popular anime going into the next decade, it has gained widespread recognition for its script, action, aesthetics, and unique characters. One of the anime’s most popular features is its powerful dialogue, which prompts introspection and crucial life and death reflections.
Attack on Titan is about humanity’s battle for survival and fight for freedom against horrific, man-eating Titans. The emotionally dramatic storyline gives the audience a tremendous array of quotes. The best are the ones that force the audience to think, inspire them to be courageous, and highlight significant emotional truths.
Tatakae, Tatakae, TATAKAE!
Eren: “It Doesn’t Matter How Strong The Opposition Is. It Doesn’t Matter How Fearsome The World Is, It Doesn’t Matter How Cruel The World Is. Fight!”
In a thrilling and emotional scene towards the end of season 1, Eren gives a message to fight for freedom, no matter the circumstances. While Eren has changed a lot over the series, one thing that’s consistent is his determination to fight. He utters these words to himself as he moves to close the Wall Rose with a boulder in his Titan form.
The setting is crucial, as is the message conveyed. Eren’s unwavering bravery and efforts to save humanity are inspiring to everybody. This comment provides insight into Eren’s thoughts and what motivates him to battle at all times.
Who Brings Change?
Armin Arlert: “If There Are Humans Who Can Bring About Change, They’re Those Who Are Capable Of Abandoning Everything. People Who, When Required To Surpass Even Monsters, Are Capable Of Tossing Aside Their Very Humanity.”
Armin is devoted to the Survey Corps, and as a soldier, he trusts Erwin’s ideas completely. He understands the reasons behind his leader’s decisions and supports them like a true corpsman. When his fellow corpsmen begin to doubt Erwin, Armin shares this precious truth with Jean in an intense chat.
This quote resonates so strongly because it’s not a sweet reality but a difficult yet necessary one. Armin claims that only those willing to make sacrifices can make a difference and encourages his fellow soldiers to have faith and fight. It brings the viewers to face the harsh reality of the cost of change; the courage to sacrifice everything they love.
Good Person or Bad Person
Armin Arlert: “I Don’t Like The Terms “Good Person” or “Bad Person.” It Is Impossible To Be Entirely Good To Everyone. To Some, You Are A Good Person, While To Others, You Are A Bad Person.”
Armin speaks in facts every time he does. He may be physically weak, but his strategic and emotional intelligence make him a great asset. The quote pushes people to accept themselves as they and stop labeling others, as well. It reveals Armin’s extraordinary intelligence about life and humankind.
In the real world, everyone has reasons to act the way they do. And no one can judge whether it’s right or wrong. Armin reveals this wisdom to Annie Leonhart, who also spared him in a heroic act despite being an Attack On Titan villain. The scene is quiet and thought-provoking as the two exchange meaningful dialogue.
Never Give Up
Miche Zacharius: “As Long As We Continue To Fight, We Are Not Defeated!”
Miche had a courageous heart and a strategic mind. He was the section commander of a major division of the Scout Regiment. Owing to his remarkable sense of smell, Miche detects the presence of Titans in the distance within Wall Rose and comforts Nanaba as they get ready to fight through the situation.
Remembering his own words, he was able to restore his calm for a brief moment of battling resolution before being swallowed alive amongst his fear and weeping. His words were remarkable to keep the fight going. As long as one is fighting, nobody is defeated.
No Fight, No Victory
Eren: “If You Win, You Live. If You Lose, You Die. If You Don’t Fight, You Can’t Win!”
One of the toughest challenges a person encounters is overcoming fear. But Eren’s words have the power to motivate anyone to face their fear with courage. One of the men manages to strangle Eren in his arms after Eren saves Mikasa’s life from the underworld mafia in her house. In this emotional and enraging scenario, Eren then speaks to urge Mikasa to fight and help him.
With this iconic dialogue, Mikasa triggers her Ackerman power and saves Eren’s life after struggling with herself. Not only are the words powerful in the moment, but so is their impact on Mikasa and the other characters.
Death Is Inevitable
Hange Zoë: “You Understand, Don’t You? One Day Or Another, Everyone You Care About Eventually Dies. It’s Something We Simply Can’t Accept. It’s A Realization That Could Drive You Insane.”
Hange is usually erratic and serious, as she has faced almost every traumatic imaginable. Mikasa and Eren were unwilling to accept the harsh reality of their closest friend’s death. Being the second-in-command at this time, Hange knew she had to step in and act like a leader. Hange conveys this powerful yet emotional message to help them.
Everyone has to deal with death at some point in their lives. Even though everyone dies in the end, it’s a difficult pill to swallow. As Hange says, it’s a realization that drives people insane. One can never be ready to face death, be it their own or someone dear to them.
You Are You
Ymir: “You’re Gonna Care What Other People Think And Be Someone You’re Not Your Whole Life? You’re Fine As You Are. So, Talk In Your Own Words.”
Ymir initially appears egotistical, cynical, and combative. However, she displays a wiser side later on. She has an uncanny ability to read people, and she rudely criticizes people for being untrue to themselves. This quote comes up in the 104th training corps arc in season 2.
She instantly recognized Sasha’s wish to seem well-mannered in front of her peers by concealing her local accent and adopting an exceedingly formal demeanor. To this, Sasha and the viewers get a golden piece of advice from her. Ymir has strong beliefs in self-pride, and she advises others to be proud of who they are too.
The Drive To Live
Kenny Ackerman: “Everyone Had To Be Drunk On Somethin’ To Keep Pushing On … Everyone Was A Slave To Somethin’.”
Kenny spent his entire life striving to obtain power and grew ruthless. During his last moments, Kenny told Levi about his close observation of the sad way of the world. When questioned why he did not inject himself and become a titan, Kenny explains that everyone requires something to motivate them to live. Everyone is a slave to something, be it family, children, or power. And Kenny was no longer a slave to anything.
Kenny made the audience feel sympathetic towards him despite being a villain. He hid his emotions behind a fixed expression. However, the audience gets the last glimpse of his soft side when he says his final words to his nephew, Levi.
Two Sides Of The World
Mikasa: “This World Is Cruel, And It’s Also Very Beautiful.”
Mikasa is one of the characters who changed the most in Attack On Titan. Following her parents’ terrible death, she developed a cynical outlook on the world as a cruel place. But she did not allow this tragedy to determine her entire viewpoint. She remained a caring individual who gained faith in the world as a beautiful place because of her friends.
Mikasa says these words to herself as a realization. She recognizes that as horrible as the world might be, it was also beautiful. She recalls Eren and her pledge to him that she would never give up. Mikasa wonderfully explains the two sides of the same coin that everyone knows as “the world.”
Choices
Levi Ackerman: “No One Knows What The Outcome Will Be. So, Choose Whatever You’ll Regret The Least.”
Humanity’s strongest soldier, Captain Levi, has one of the most influential personalities. As a leader, he is blunt and sometimes even insulting, but his years of struggle and pain have made him wise beyond his years. Advising Eren whether he should trust the squad and keep going or believe in himself and go back, Levi leaves him with a blunt truth about making choices.
This quote is gold for people who have difficulty making decisions. The future is unpredictable, and whatever one chooses will always have an impact. So Levi advises taking the option that one will regret the least and trusting their decision.
