The Faraway Paladin follows William G. Maryblood, a reincarnated young man raised by undead mentors in a city of the dead, who grows into a devoted paladin serving the goddess Gracefeel. The series delves into themes of redemption, faith, resilience against loss, and the balance between creation and destruction in a world plagued by undeath and despair.
This curated collection of 25 quotes highlights pivotal moments of character growth, emotional depth, and thematic resonance across arcs, blending intense battles with quiet reflections.
I hereby dedicate my whole life to you! I will drive away evil as if I am your blade. And bring salvation to the sorrowful and to the lost, as if I am your hands
Episode 12 (The Faraway Paladin)
William G. Maryblood
Vowing to Gracefeel marks Will’s transformation from lost orphan to resolute paladin, igniting his lifelong mission to combat undeath and foster hope.
Love people anyway. Do good anyway. Don’t be afraid of loss. Create, don’t destroy. Where there is sin, grant forgiveness; where there is despair, hope; where there is sorrow, joy
Light Novel Volume 1 / Episode 4 (The Bridge of Death and Rebirth)
Mary
Mary’s creed embodies redemption for her past betrayals, teaching Will selfless love amid undeath’s curse and highlighting creation over vengeance.
The world is made up of words. Words hold power
Episode 7 (The Two Families)
Augustus Forterique
Gus reveals magic’s essence to young Will during training, underscoring knowledge’s role in shaping reality and Will’s growth as a magic knight.
If you want something done, you don’t have to use magic. You just buy the tools you need or hire some people
Light Novel Volume 2 / Episode 9 (The Departed)
Blood
Blood’s pragmatic advice during Will’s early adventures stresses resourcefulness over reliance on power, fostering Will’s balanced warrior ethos.
I was only a single element of this battle. A large element, perhaps, or a powerful piece, but not enough to decide its entire course
Episode 8 (The Great Man)
William G. Maryblood
Reflecting after aiding villagers against demons, Will confronts his limits despite strength, deepening his humility and commitment to communal faith.
Having souls that love each other is what makes people family. Blood just helps in that regard
Episode 5 (The Death and Rebirth)
Mary
Comforting Will amid grief, Mary’s words affirm bonds beyond biology, reinforcing themes of chosen family and enduring love against isolation.
On the battlefield, it is often more effective to simply overwhelm your opponents with muscular strength instead of trying to add stupid little twists
Light Novel Volume 3 / Episode 10 (The Two Paths)
Blood
Blood’s battle wisdom during demon hunts teaches Will raw power’s value, evolving his combat style while echoing resilience in chaotic arcs.
May your journey overflow with curses and blessings
Episode 12 (The Faraway Paladin)
Gracefeel
Gracefeel’s parting blessing to Will symbolizes life’s dualities, bolstering his resolve post-pact and connecting faith to perseverance through trials.
Fate gave us a new chance in this life
Episode 3 (The Separated Worlds)
William G. Maryblood
Awakening to his isekai origins, Will vows redemption from his wasted past, marking emotional rebirth and the series’ core theme of second chances.
People are so complicated and multifaceted. They aren’t something to form a quick judgment on and think you fully understand
Episode 11 (The Great Demon)
William G. Maryblood
Confronting a demon chief’s motives, Will gains empathy, highlighting character development in understanding evil’s roots beyond blind combat.
Go with the flow
Episode 6 (The One Taught)
Augustus Forterique
Gus’s lesson to Will on adapting to magic’s whims promotes flexibility, aiding his growth from rigid trainee to versatile paladin in peaceful training moments.
I’ll stop your sadness. So I beg you—put your mind at ease. I’ll save everyone, everyone within my reach, as your blade, and as your hands
Light Novel Volume 1 / Episode 5 (The Death and Rebirth)
William G. Maryblood
Pledging to Mary during her final moments, Will channels grief into protective purpose, underscoring loss’s pain and his emerging role as savior.
If grueling battles like the one I’d fought against the god of undeath were a regular occurrence, that would be unbearable
Episode 12 (The Faraway Paladin)
William G. Maryblood
Post-victory reflection reveals Will’s vulnerability after defeating Stagnate, tying to themes of sustainable faith without endless war.
As long as you have the determination… You can start anything and do anything
Episode 4 (The Bridge of Death and Rebirth)
Mary
Encouraging Will’s resolve amid her suffering, Mary’s words inspire action over despair, linking personal growth to the series’ perseverance motif.
That ruin’s a den of undead. It’s devoured countless adventurers. No one’s ever come back from there alive. Then I’d better go in there later and return them all to the cycle of rebirth
Light Novel Volume 2 / Episode 7 (The Two Families)
William G. Maryblood
Will’s bold retort to warnings shows his paladin calling, blending battle readiness with compassionate redemption of the undead.
The difference between living and being alive… I finally understand it
Episode 2 (The Wavering Soul)
William G. Maryblood
Emerging from solitary dungeon trials, Will embraces vitality over mere survival, a pivotal shift from his shut-in past to purposeful existence.
Stagnate, I reject your offer. My path is with Gracefeel
Episode 12 (The Faraway Paladin)
William G. Maryblood
Rejecting undeath’s allure in the climactic battle, Will affirms faith’s light, culminating his arc from doubt to unyielding devotion.
In fact, they didn’t even keep track of birth dates here. Instead, they used a traditional method of counting a person’s age
Light Novel Volume 1 / Episode 1 (The Boy in the City of the Dead)
Augustus Forterique
Gus’s cultural explanation to child Will highlights world-building’s depth, fostering his curiosity and adaptation in the serene early upbringing.
You have been judged and found guilty!
Episode 10 (The Two Paths)
William G. Maryblood
Declaring judgment on a corrupted lord, Will enforces justice, reflecting his evolution into a moral guardian amid political intrigue.
Even though I’ve betrayed her and that is her retribution, I must endure the pain. I shall still pray
Episode 4 (The Bridge of Death and Rebirth)
Mary
Enduring divine fire for her faith, Mary’s endurance teaches Will forgiveness’s cost, deepening themes of atonement in quiet suffering.
Words determine what the world actually is
Episode 7 (The Two Families)
William G. Maryblood
Mastering Words of Creation, Will realizes language’s divine power, enhancing his hybrid skills and connecting to creation’s broader theme.
A win’s a win, though. One to me, I guess!
Episode 11 (The Great Demon)
William G. Maryblood
Humbled yet triumphant after a pyrrhic demon victory, Will’s humor masks growth in accepting imperfect wins for the greater good.
Protect the weak from all kinds of violence
Light Novel Volume 1 / Episode 5 (The Death and Rebirth)
Blood
Blood’s final guidance instills Will’s protective core, evolving his hot-blooded training into paladin virtue against worldly cruelties.
The power to know your opponent’s abilities is very important. Unknown enemies can be super dangerous
Episode 6 (The One Taught)
Augustus Forterique
Advising Will on reconnaissance, Gus emphasizes strategy, aiding his development from brute force to tactical wisdom in exploratory arcs.
I’ll wait however long it takes for your return
Light Novel Volume 3 / Episode 9 (The Departed)
William G. Maryblood
Waiting loyally for Menel’s trial return, Will’s steadfastness highlights friendship’s endurance, balancing battle bonds with peaceful loyalty.
