進撃の巨人
"Home was a pen. Humanity, cattle."
Attack on Titan - Movie Quotes
Memorable Quotes
この世界は残酷だ…そして…とても美しい。
— Mikasa Ackerman
Context:
Mikasa first voices this sentiment internally during the Battle of Trost in Season 1, Episode 7. Believing Eren to be dead, she is about to give up but remembers his words and the beautiful moments of her life, inspiring her to continue fighting. The quote becomes a recurring theme for her character.
Meaning:
"This world is cruel... and also... very beautiful." This quote encapsulates one of the series' core philosophical dualities. It reflects Mikasa's personal experience of losing her parents but finding a new family with Eren. It speaks to the broader theme that even amidst the horror, suffering, and violence of their world, there are moments of beauty, love, and friendship worth fighting for.
戦わなければ勝てない。
— Eren Yeager
Context:
Eren screams this at Mikasa in a flashback in Season 1, Episode 6, when they are children facing the murderers of Mikasa's parents. This moment is pivotal, as it awakens the dormant Ackerman power within Mikasa and solidifies their bond. The phrase becomes his personal war cry, often shortened to just "Tatakae!" ("Fight!").
Meaning:
"If you don't fight, you can't win!" This is Eren's defining mantra, representing his unwavering resolve and belief that action and struggle are necessary for survival and victory. It's a simple yet powerful philosophy that drives him throughout the series. It's the phrase he uses to awaken Mikasa's own survival instincts when they were children.
心臓を捧げよ！
— Erwin Smith
Context:
Commander Erwin Smith uses this phrase most iconically. A key moment is in Season 3, Episode 16 ("Perfect Game"), where he delivers a powerful speech, shouting this phrase as he leads the recruits on a suicide charge against the Beast Titan to create an opening for Levi. It is also the title of the second season's opening theme song.
Meaning:
"Dedicate your hearts!" (or "Shinzou wo Sasageyo!"). This is the official salute and battle cry of the Survey Corps. It signifies the ultimate sacrifice and unwavering commitment required of the soldiers. It's a command to offer up one's entire being—body, soul, and life—for the cause of humanity's freedom. The phrase embodies the themes of sacrifice, duty, and hope.
お前が悔いのない選択を自分でするんだ。
— Levi Ackerman
Context:
Levi says this in Season 1, Episode 19, during the 57th Exterior Scouting Mission. The Female Titan is pursuing his squad, and Eren is desperate to transform and fight. Levi advises him to choose between trusting his comrades or trusting himself, but to do so in a way he won't regret later. This moment is a key part of Levi's mentorship of Eren.
Meaning:
"Choose whichever you'll regret the least." This quote from Levi to Eren highlights the series' moral ambiguity and the burden of choice in impossible situations. Levi acknowledges that there is no definitively 'right' answer in their world; the only thing a person can do is make a decision and live with the consequences without regret.