Record of Ragnarok pits humanity’s greatest warriors against arrogant gods in a desperate tournament called Ragnarok to decide mankind’s fate. The series delves into themes of defiance, the human spirit’s resilience, and what it truly means to be strong amid inevitable doom.
This curated collection of 24 canonical quotes captures pivotal moments, character growth, and the epic clash between gods and humans across various arcs.
The strongest in the world… is me. Except for me, in the sky and earth, there are only weak people
Chapter 1 (The Ragnarok)
Lü Bu
Lü Bu’s bold declaration asserts unchallenged dominance, fueling his battle lust and humanity’s raw power theme.
You! You’re not bad!
Chapter 3 (Thor vs. Lü Bu)
Lü Bu
Rare praise from the Flying General shows respect for a worthy foe, marking Thor’s thrill in their climactic duel.
I have given everything I have. Is this it? This must be what joy feels like
Chapter 7 (Coup de Grâce)
Lü Bu
In defeat, Lü Bu finds ecstasy in pushing limits, embodying warrior fulfillment beyond victory.
Hey, ‘mighty god of the seas’… Have you ever lost yourself and trained until the sun rose? … There’s just no fucking way that I’m losing to a guy that’s never even considered the hopes and dreams of others!!
Chapter 13 (Prime)
Kojiro Sasaki
Sasaki challenges Poseidon’s arrogance with human passion’s depth, highlighting growth through eternal pursuit.
Heh… It’s been 400 years since I’ve ascended. And yet I continue to endlessly pursue the way of the blade. Ganryu’s evolution is far from over. In other words… this… is my golden age
Chapter 14 (The Greatest Loser)
Kojiro Sasaki
Sasaki embraces his “loser” legacy, showcasing persistent evolution and defying godly perfection.
Gods don’t team up. Gods don’t scheme. Gods don’t rely on anyone else. That is how a god should be
Chapter 13 (Tyrant of the Seas)
Poseidon
Poseidon’s creed reveals divine isolation, contrasting human bonds pivotal to Ragnarok’s theme.
This is the moment I’ve been waiting for ages! The moment to blow this Gjallanhorn!! The time to open the curtain of Ragnarok… IS DRAWING NEAR!!! ARE YOU READY FOR THIS?!
Chapter 1 (The Final Conflict)
Heimdall
Heimdall ignites the tournament’s stakes, blending hype with humanity’s do-or-die defiance.
The father of humanity, his name is… ADAM!!!
Chapter 7 (File No.00000000001)
Heimdall
Epic intro underscores Adam’s paternal fury, symbolizing mankind’s rebellious origin against gods.
You don’t gotta tell me twice… I can’t feel the flames of hatred towards us gods within those two eyes of yours. So tell me, what’s the real reason you’re here to fight?
Chapter 10 (Unexpected)
Zeus
Zeus probes Adam’s pure resolve, exposing nuanced motivations beyond vengeance in Round 2.
You thought the same too, huh? They all say the same thing. “Hatred”? “Revenge”? I don’t need any of that. Is there any man that needs a reason to protect his own children?
Chapter 11 (Impeccable Imitation)
Adam
Adam fights for progeny out of instinctual love, humanizing the progenitor against divine tyranny.
Loki… let me just say one thing to you… I’m opposed to ending humanity. However, ever since Ragnarok started, I’ve had no intention of losing. AS A REPRESENTATIVE OF THE GODS, I WILL WIN… On top of that, I will move to save humanity…!!
Chapter 39 (Heracles’ Choice)
Heracles
Heracles balances duty and empathy, revealing internal godly conflict and justice’s complexity.
Humanity is a fearsome foe… As a representative for the gods… and as a military man, I intend to have a fair fight
Chapter 40 (Justice vs. Evil)
Heracles
Affirms respect for humans pre-battle, highlighting honor amid Round 4’s moral intensity.
No matter the odds, I shall always accept a duel. For that… is the true essence of a gentleman
Chapter 41 (Conditions of a Gentleman)
Jack the Ripper
Jack’s chivalric vow unveils refined evil, tying Victorian grace to survival’s harsh theme.
I shall warn you now… Bow down and accept defeat… I do not relish senseless killing… BUT YOU’RE A SPECIAL CASE!!
Chapter 48 (The Final Labour)
Heracles
Heracles’ mercy turns to targeted justice, underscoring emotional investment in worthy adversaries.
If the Gods won’t save humanity… I will. If any of you gods gets in my way… I’ll kill you
Chapter 38 (Round 6)
Buddha
Buddha defects for compassion, pivotal defection embodying enlightenment transcending sides.
Nobody can make me do anything
Chapter 38 (On the Precipice)
Buddha
Defiant autonomy defines Buddha’s peaceful rebellion, challenging godly authority’s core.
The present may be yours but the future is ours
Chapter 78 (Towards the Future)
Nikola Tesla
Tesla’s visionary faith in progress inspires Round 8, symbolizing science’s triumph over curses.
There can only be one king in the world… and that man is I.
Chapter 58 (King vs. King)
Qin Shi Huang
Qin asserts universal kingship, blending bravado with unyielding self-belief in Round 7.
Hades, king of the Netherworld, was it? Let me tell you something, there can only be one king in the world…and that man is I
Chapter 57 (Substitute)
Qin Shi Huang
Challenges Hades directly, highlighting character hubris fueling humanity’s royal defiance.
I will allow no one to disrespect this Ragnarok!
Chapter 3 (Archrival)
Thor
Thor’s quiet passion elevates the tournament, showing god’s rare emotional investment.
Even in defeat, he advances! Even in death, he takes one step further!! HUMANITY’S GREATEST LOSER, SASAKI KOJIRO!!
Chapter 14 (Secret Technique)
Heimdall
Praises Sasaki’s relentless growth, connecting loss to mastery across arcs.
Is there any man that needs a reason to protect his own children?
Chapter 11 (Expulsion from Paradise)
Adam
Peaceful paternal drive contrasts battles, grounding human strength in universal bonds.
The bonds between mankind and us, valkyries…are deeper than those of the other gods
Chapter 1 (Thirteen Humans)
Brunhilde
Reveals Valkyrie’s loyalty motive, weaving sisterly love into Ragnarok’s stakes.
A king never gives up
Chapter 60 (The Greatest King)
Qin Shi Huang
Enduring resolve amid torment shows development from emperor to unbreakable fighter.
