Lookism is a South Korean webtoon series centered on Daniel Park, a high school student who mysteriously gains the ability to switch between his original unattractive body and a handsome, athletic one, highlighting stark societal contrasts. The story delves into themes of lookism, bullying, identity, self-acceptance, and the impact of physical appearance on social dynamics and personal growth.
This curated collection of the best 25 quotes captures pivotal moments that underscore these themes, emotional depth, and character evolution across various arcs.
Give me a break. If you want to protect something, you need power. Without power you can’t protect shit
Chapter 241 (God Dog Arc)
Johan Seong
Reveals Johan’s hardened worldview on strength, marking his descent into isolation and tying to themes of powerlessness against bullying.
It doesn’t matter what you look like, you’ll find your spotlight
Chapter 17 (Fashion Department Arc)
Zoe Park
Encourages self-acceptance in a peaceful school moment, highlighting Daniel’s growth from insecurity to confidence amid identity struggles.
I’d rather choose Big Deal that wins, over Big Deal that loses fair and square
Chapter 265 (Big Deal Arc)
Jake Kim
Shows Jake’s pragmatic shift for gang survival, emphasizing loyalty and the emotional toll of leadership in conflict.
I mean it man. You’d better set me straight. Promise me
Chapter 314 (Runaway Fam Arc)
Sinu Han
Emotional plea during a reflective flashback, illustrating Sinu’s protective nature and Jake’s development through loss.
The world won’t care even if you cry
Chapter 1 (Prologue)
Daniel Park
Captures early despair from bullying, setting the stage for Daniel’s dual-body journey and themes of societal indifference.
Without power, you can’t protect shit
Chapter 241 (God Dog Arc)
Johan Seong
Intensifies Johan’s battle resolve, reflecting his abandonment issues and the series’ exploration of strength versus vulnerability.
People are nice to me because of how I look, and part of me likes that, but part of me feels guilty because I haven’t done anything to deserve it
Chapter 5 (New Body Arc)
Daniel Park
Highlights internal conflict in a quiet self-reflection, connecting to lookism’s critique of superficial kindness.
It’s called Passion, ya punk
Chapter 314 (Runaway Fam Arc)
Sinu Han
Fiery declaration in a gang standoff, showcasing Sinu’s passionate growth and themes of misguided loyalty.
I was the only God Dog anyway
Chapter 241 (God Dog Arc)
Johan Seong
Lonely admission post-battle, underscoring Johan’s isolation and evolution from hopeful youth to cynical fighter.
Don’t hit girls. They are petty
Chapter 17 (Fashion Department Arc)
Vasco (Lee Eun-tae)
Humorous yet principled stand in a school skirmish, revealing Vasco’s chivalrous development against bullying.
Power exists for the weak
Chapter 20 (Burn Knuckles Arc)
Vasco (Lee Eun-tae)
Motivational words during training, emphasizing empowerment and tying to anti-bullying themes in peaceful mentorship.
This is gonna be one hell of a retirement party
Chapter 314 (Runaway Fam Arc)
Sinu Han
Bittersweet farewell in a tense reunion, highlighting sacrifice and emotional maturity in gang life.
It’s an unfair world, I just have to try harder
Chapter 1 (Prologue)
Daniel Park
Resilient mindset amid early bullying, marking Daniel’s initial growth toward self-reliance and identity acceptance.
Fancy meeting you here
Chapter 265 (Big Deal Arc)
Samuel Seo
Sarcastic taunt in a rivalry clash, exposing Samuel’s ambitious evolution and themes of betrayal.
Show me your dangler for old times sake
Chapter 300 (Workers Arc)
Tom Lee
Playful yet intense demand in battle, reflecting Tom’s eccentric strength and mentorship role.
Let Yenna do what she wants to do
Chapter 350 (Hostel Arc)
Olly Wang
Tragic reflection on freedom, underscoring Olly’s regretful development and the emotional weight of lost innocence.
Men are all the same
Chapter 17 (Fashion Department Arc)
Crystal Choi
Cynical observation in a casual talk, highlighting gender biases and Crystal’s guarded growth from judgment.
Don’t hit a flower even with girl
Chapter 20 (Burn Knuckles Arc)
Zack Lee
Awkward chivalry in a fight, showing Zack’s shift from arrogance to genuine protectiveness.
Zack, don’t fight
Chapter 20 (Burn Knuckles Arc)
Mira Kim
Plea for peace in a heated moment, illustrating Mira’s pacifist influence on Zack’s character arc.
Hey Joongoo, didn’t see you there
Chapter 400 (Cheonliang Arc)
James Lee (DG)
Casual dismissal in confrontation, revealing James’s confident evolution and themes of hidden power.
Sinu
Chapter 265 (Big Deal Arc)
Jake Kim
Heartbroken call in loss, emphasizing Jake’s loyalty and emotional depth in gang conflicts.
Drugs
Chapter 265 (Big Deal Arc)
Daniel Park
Shocked realization in investigation, tying to Daniel’s moral growth against corruption.
Am I handsome or ugly
Chapter 5 (New Body Arc)
Logan Lee
Insecure taunt during bullying, exposing Logan’s own vulnerabilities and themes of appearance-based cruelty.
I brought my swimming goggles
Chapter 100 (PTJ Entertainment Arc)
Vin Jin
Comic relief in a tense setup, highlighting Vin’s bravado masking deeper insecurities.
This stupid motherf*cker
Chapter 400 (Cheonliang Arc)
Gun Park
Frustrated outburst in battle, underscoring Gun’s intense mentorship and the series’ raw exploration of rivalry.
