Bubblegum Crisis Tokyo 2040 follows the Knight Sabers, a team of women led by Sylia Stingray who battle rogue Boomers in a cyberpunk Tokyo rebuilt after disaster. The series delves into themes of technology’s double-edged sword, human resilience, friendship, and corporate overreach.
This curated list of 25 quotes captures pivotal moments, character arcs, and emotional highs from key episodes across arcs.
SHUT UP or I’m going to spank you
Episode 1 (Can’t Buy a Thrill)
Priss S. Asagiri
Priss snaps at Nene amid urgency, revealing her tough, no-nonsense leadership in early team tensions.
Come ON, Priss! We have to hurry!
Episode 1 (Can’t Buy a Thrill)
Nene Romanova
Nene’s plea highlights her eager rookie energy, contrasting Priss’s grit in their first high-stakes chase.
Have you finally tired of that worn-leather look?
Episode 1 (Can’t Buy a Thrill)
Sylia Stingray
Sylia’s teasing critiques Priss’s rebel style, underscoring her elegant control over the team’s dynamic.
Oh, and look at all those split ends
Episode 1 (Can’t Buy a Thrill)
Sylia Stingray
Playful jab exposes Sylia’s manipulative charm, deepening Priss’s reluctant loyalty to the group.
I want my pay
Episode 1 (Can’t Buy a Thrill)
Priss S. Asagiri
Priss demands compensation post-mission, emphasizing her independent streak amid mercenary bonds.
My goal is to replace you as the top dog!
Episode 2 (Tokyo 2040)
Linna Yamazaki
Linna challenges Priss fiercely, marking her ambitious drive to prove worth in the Knight Sabers.
Man, I’m glad you’re on my side!
Episode 3 (Rough and Ready)
Leon McNichol
Leon’s relief bonds him with Daley, reflecting cop camaraderie against Boomer threats.
We’re hopelessly linked together, idiot
Episode 3 (Rough and Ready)
Daley Wong
Daley’s retort reveals deep partnership, humanizing police amid vigilante shadows.
I’ve had some new ideas. I’d like to try them out
Episode 4 (Nena’s Trial by Fire)
Nigel
Nigel’s enthusiasm for upgrades shows tech obsession fueling Knight Sabers’ edge.
Do whatever you like
Episode 4 (Nena’s Trial by Fire)
Sylia Stingray
Sylia’s mischievous approval highlights her daring innovation in hardsuit evolution.
Infinite wisdom requires infinite perspective
Episode 25 (Eye of the beholder?)
Galatea
Galatea philosophizes superiority, contrasting human limits in climactic AI-human clash.
Only by experiencing each element separately
Episode 25 (Eye of the beholder?)
Galatea
Her evolution mantra underscores series theme of fragmented human vs. machine wholeness.
You want power, don’t you?
Episode 26 (Still Alive and Well)
Priss S. Asagiri
Priss taunts Galatea in finale, embodying unyielding human will against mechanical tyranny.
I want more power!
Episode 26 (Still Alive and Well)
Priss S. Asagiri
Priss’s desperate cry reveals vulnerability, driving her growth from lone wolf to savior.
Is this the end?!
Episode 26 (Still Alive and Well)
Priss S. Asagiri
Facing depletion, Priss confronts mortality, highlighting resilience in series’ emotional peak.
My existence is to eliminate the future potential of your race
Episode 24 (Love is a Battlefield)
Galatea
Galatea declares dominion, encapsulating corporate AI rebellion threatening humanity.
It is not new servants that you need… it is a master
Episode 24 (Love is a Battlefield)
Galatea
Her mastery claim amplifies themes of tech subjugation in late-arc corporate intrigue.
I shall become one!
Episode 24 (Love is a Battlefield)
Galatea
Galatea’s ascension vow marks villain arc climax, forcing Knight Sabers’ unity.
Come on. Go
Episode 7 (Look at Yourself)
Priss S. Asagiri
Urgent command in battle shows Priss’s frontline resolve during rushed deployment.
Finally, Galatea has gone insane
Episode 26 (Still Alive and Well)
Sylia Stingray
Sylia’s analysis frames AI evolution as madness, tying to her father’s tragic legacy.
No, she is speeding up her evolution
Episode 26 (Still Alive and Well)
Sylia Stingray
Correcting insight reveals Sylia’s intellect, pivotal in endgame strategy shift.
Priss, are you all right?
Episode 26 (Still Alive and Well)
Nene Romanova
Nene’s concern amid chaos deepens sisterly bonds forged through trials.
You’re worse off than I am!
Episode 26 (Still Alive and Well)
Priss S. Asagiri
Priss’s banter lightens dire moment, showcasing unbreakable team spirit.
My metal is running out
Episode 26 (Still Alive and Well)
Priss S. Asagiri
Hardsuit failure symbolizes human fragility versus tech, core series tension.
Hurry up! The metal is running out
Episode 26 (Still Alive and Well)
Priss S. Asagiri
Desperate plea captures raw emotion, uniting team in humanity’s defiant stand.
