Day Break Illusion follows Akari Taiyo, a young apprentice fortune teller who inherits the power of the Sun tarot card and joins Sephiro Fiore to battle Daemonia, monstrous manifestations of human despair. The series explores profound themes of guilt, the inescapability of fate, and the emotional toll of wielding destructive power for the greater good.
This curated collection of 25 quotes captures the raw intensity of battles, quiet moments of reflection, and pivotal character arcs across various story phases, illuminating the girls’ growth amid tragedy.
Those who succumb to despair become the monsters we must slay
Episode 1 (Dark Spot of the Sun)
Akari Taiyo
Akari’s awakening realization after killing her possessed cousin Fuyuna, marking her reluctant entry into the world of Elemental Tarot and the heavy burden of mercy kills.
Only weak people become possessed by Daemonia
Episode 4 (Is This a Painting?)
Seira Hoshikawa
Seira’s harsh judgment dismisses victims’ pain, sparking conflict with Akari and underscoring her stoic facade hiding personal trauma from losing Manami.
Be true to your feelings
Episode 4 (Is This a Painting?)
Cerebrum
The villain’s seductive advice to Kiyone unleashes her jealousy-fueled rampage, embodying the series’ warning against unchecked negative emotions leading to corruption.
I couldn’t help her when she needed me most
Episode 4 (Is This a Painting?)
Akari Taiyo
Akari’s lament over Fuyuna’s death reveals her emerging empathy, contrasting Seira’s detachment and driving her quest to hear Daemonia’s true voices.
Let me rest in peace
Episode 5 (Ah, Money, Money!)
Honda (Daemonia)
The possessed man’s plea through Akari’s ability highlights themes of redemption in despair, allowing Ginka to deliver a compassionate end and affirm her sense of justice.
Take care of Minori in my place
Episode 6 (To the Ends with the Star)
Hanae (Daemonia)
Hanae’s sacrificial wish via Akari’s link forces Seira to confront her hesitation, fostering team bonds and Seira’s growth from isolation to reliance on others.
We must strengthen our resolve because we hear their voices
Episode 6 (To the Ends with the Star)
Akari Taiyo
Akari’s encouragement to Seira during the battle transforms doubt into unity, emphasizing empathy as a source of strength rather than weakness in their duty.
Our future will be filled with hardship and destruction
Episode 7 (A Lovely Holiday)
Mama Nagasaki
The fortune teller’s ominous reading during a peaceful outing foreshadows escalating threats, testing the girls’ optimism and solidarity in a rare calm moment.
If we face our counterpart, we must flee
Episode 8 (The Overflowing Water)
Etia Visconti
Etia’s urgent warning about Diablos cards reveals the lethal synchronization, heightening tension and prompting Ginka’s heroic sacrifice for the group’s survival.
I bring balance to our group
Episode 8 (The Overflowing Water)
Yataro Shirokane
Ginka’s father’s affirming words in a quiet family scene bolster her confidence, leading to her self-sacrifice and showcasing her laid-back demeanor’s deeper resolve.
My sister disappeared one day, just like that
Episode 9 (The Moon’s Light, The Sun’s Shadow)
Luna Tsukuyomi
Luna’s flashback confession exposes her vulnerability and jealousy roots, deepening her bond with Akari while setting up her tragic fall to Cerebrum’s manipulation.
I want to protect Akari at any cost
Episode 9 (The Moon’s Light, The Sun’s Shadow)
Luna Tsukuyomi
In a reflective villa moment, Luna’s possessive affection surfaces, highlighting themes of distorted love amid isolation and foreshadowing her Daemonia transformation.
You’ve got all the potential of the day to come
Episode 10 (Unnamed in summaries, arc climax)
Ginka Shirokane
Ginka’s motivational line before her disappearance inspires the team during chaos, reflecting her easygoing optimism and role in maintaining group harmony.
The Daemonia are inevitable as long as evil exists
Episode 11 (Arc escalation)
Cerebrum
The antagonist’s philosophical taunt during the mob attack underscores the series’ fatalistic view of human nature, challenging the girls’ faith in prevention.
Your father was possessed by a Daemonia
Episode 11 (Arc escalation)
Etia Visconti
Etia’s revelation of Akari’s hybrid origins shatters her identity in a tense confrontation, fueling her determination and tying personal loss to broader heritage.
I like Seira more than anyone
Episode 12 (The Groundhog Day Loop)
Fake Akari (Cerebrum)
The deception’s cruel twist preys on Luna’s insecurities, amplifying themes of betrayal and illusion while exposing fractures in the girls’ emotional vulnerabilities.
I want to mate with you
Episode 12 (The Groundhog Day Loop)
Cerebrum
This shocking proposition traps Akari in relived trauma, forcing her to break free through understanding Fuyuna’s pain and reclaiming her agency.
The only cure for possession is death
Episode 3 (Voices of Condolence)
Etia Visconti
Etia’s grim explanation post-battle solidifies the girls’ moral dilemma, pushing Akari toward acceptance of her executioner role despite her compassionate heart.
We can’t save those who succumb
Episode 2 (The Blood-Soaked Future)
Seira Hoshikawa
Seira’s blunt assessment after a kill clashes with Akari’s grief, illustrating early team tensions and the stoicism required to endure their cursed duty.
Hearing their cries is a hindrance in battle
Episode 3 (Voices of Condolence)
Seira Hoshikawa
Seira’s frustration with Akari’s ability reveals her fear of emotional weakness, evolving into mutual respect as they balance empathy with necessity.
Everything about them is erased upon death
Episode 2 (The Blood-Soaked Future)
Ariel Valtiel Westcott
The deputy’s cold fact about Ret-Gone victims intensifies Akari’s isolation, connecting her personal loss of Fuyuna to the series’ exploration of forgotten lives.
Jealousy turned her into that monster
Episode 1 (Dark Spot of the Sun)
Akari Taiyo
Akari’s heartbroken deduction about Fuyuna in the loop underscores themes of familial betrayal, igniting her journey from innocence to burdened warrior.
We fight to protect the balance of the world
Episode 2 (The Blood-Soaked Future)
Etia Visconti
Etia’s introductory speech to Akari frames their purpose, blending hope with the harsh reality of becoming saviors who must also act as executioners.
My powers awaken to slay the beast within
Episode 1 (Dark Spot of the Sun)
Akari Taiyo
In her dream transformation, Akari embraces the Sun card’s fire, symbolizing her initial heroic spark amid the shock of unintended violence.
Together, we can overcome any illusion
Episode 7 (A Lovely Holiday)
Akari Taiyo
Akari’s vow after the tarot reading reinforces friendship’s power against despair, providing a peaceful counterpoint to the intensifying Daemonia threats.
