Beast King GoLion is a classic Japanese mecha anime series from 1981-1982 about five enslaved Earth youths who pilot the legendary robot GoLion to defend the planet Altea from the tyrannical Galra Empire. It delves into profound themes of courage, unbreakable friendship, sacrifice, leadership, and the fight for universal peace against overwhelming evil.
This curated collection of 25 canonical quotes captures the emotional highs of battles and quiet moments, highlighting character growth across key arcs from Shirogane’s heroism to the final assault on Galra.
Golion, combine!
Episode 1 (Escape from Slave Castle)
Jonathan Kogane
Leads the team’s first fusion, symbolizing unity from strangers into pilots bound by fate and shared resolve.
Let’s GoLion!
Episode 1 (Escape from Slave Castle)
GoLion Team (all pilots)
Chanted post-combination, it ignites their fighting spirit, forging the bond central to overcoming Galra tyranny.
I will pilot the Blue Lion!
Episode 7 (The Beautiful Princess’ Battle)
Princess Fala
Fala steps up after Shirogane’s death, marking her evolution from sheltered royal to brave warrior embracing duty.
Golion is invincible!
Episode 32 (Behold! The 100-ton Punch)
King Raimon (ghost)
Reveals untapped potential, inspiring Kogane’s rigorous training and deepening theme of inner strength for Altea’s survival.
We fight for justice!
Episode 4 (Resurrection of the Legendary Giant)
Takashi Shirogane
Shirogane rallies during first GoLion activation, embodying heroic sacrifice that shapes the team’s moral compass early on.
Friends forever, no matter what!
Episode 15 (Overcome the Phantom of Shirogane)
Jonathan Kogane
Honors Shirogane’s memory amid grief, reinforcing friendship’s enduring power across loss and relentless Galra assaults.
The goddess split us for a reason
Episode 1 (Escape from Slave Castle)
Raible (narrating legend)
Recalls GoLion’s hubris punishment, connecting pilots’ humility and teamwork to reclaiming cosmic harmony.
Altea depends on our strength!
Episode 32 (Behold! The 100-ton Punch)
Jonathan Kogane
Kogane pushes limits post-Raimon’s vision, highlighting leadership growth amid escalating threats to their new home.
I’ve never seen rain like this
Episode 11 (The Red Rain of Hell)
Princess Fala
Innocent wonder turns to dread in Galra’s toxic attack, underscoring vulnerability and resolve in peaceful moments shattered.
We cannot abandon our comrades!
Episode 8 (Stolen Blue Lion)
Tsuyoshi Seidou
Rescue mission emphasizes loyalty, pivotal for team cohesion during Blue Lion crisis and empire’s divide tactics.
Victory is ours, Go Go GoLion!
Episode 52 (Burning Galra Castle)
GoLion Team
Final triumph chant celebrates peace restored, culmination of arcs from slaves to saviors of the universe.
Shirogane… we will carry on!
Episode 6 (Death of Shirogane the Hero)
Jonathan Kogane
Grief-fueled vow after hero’s fall propels leadership shift, tying sacrifice to unyielding perseverance theme.
No fear, no retreat!
Episode 12 (Evildoing of the Emperor)
Hiroto Isaki
Defies Daibazaal’s cruelty, capturing youthful defiance evolving into disciplined heroism in empire’s heart.
Our bond is unbreakable
Episode 16 (The Legendary Bridge of Love)
Princess Fala
In romantic tension with Kogane, stresses emotional ties strengthening pilots against isolation in war.
Earth is gone, but hope lives!
Episode 20 (Goodbye, Earth)
Gaku Hazyama
Post-Earth destruction resolve marks arc transition, channeling loss into defense of Altea and beyond.
Face the 100-ton punch!
Episode 32 (Behold! The 100-ton Punch)
Jonathan Kogane
Unleashes trained power on Gamma Beastman, showcases development from doubt to invincible force.
For the princess, we fight!
Episode 7 (The Beautiful Princess’ Battle)
GoLion Team
Protects Fala’s resolve, blending chivalry with growing family-like devotion in early Altean defense arc.
Sincline, your tyranny ends!
Episode 50 (The Great Storming of Galra)
Jonathan Kogane
Confronts heir in climax buildup, highlights moral clash and Kogane’s matured strategic leadership.
Mice, aid in the fight!
Episode 46 (Fight Back, Space Mice)
Space Mice
Comical allies turn heroic, adding light-hearted camaraderie to desperate late-series battles.
Peace through our sword
Episode 52 (Burning Galra Castle)
Takashi Shirogane (spirit aid)
Final sword boost defeats Daibazaal, symbolizing redemption and peace via collective sacrifice.
We are GoLion, protectors!
Episode 4 (Resurrection of the Legendary Giant)
Team Chant
Declares role post-revival, rooting identity in guardianship theme from legend to reality.
Love bridges all fears
Episode 16 (The Legendary Bridge of Love)
Princess Fala
Overcomes personal doubts, weaving romance into broader unity against Galra’s fear-mongering.
No tomorrow without victory
Episode 40 (No Tomorrow for Altea)
Jonathan Kogane
Stakes all in comet crisis, intensifying stakes and character resolve nearing endgame.
Brothers in arms forever
Episode 41 (Brave Shirogane’s Brother)
Ryou Shirogane
Reunion honors legacy, deepening brotherhood theme amid familial revelations.
Universe, be free!
Episode 51 (GoLion’s Desperate Battle)
GoLion Team
Penultimate roar before finale, encapsulates full arc of growth from fugitives to liberators.
