Being the first fully-voiced game of the series, it was evident that expectations were sky-high for the tenth mainline Final Fantasy entry. When launched, Final Fantasy 10 not only met these expectations but surpassed them in every way, shape, and form, garnering widespread critical and commercial acclaim to become one of the most successful and accessible games in the series.

While we can go to great lengths talking about the stellar gameplay, mechanics, graphics, audio, and other nigh-perfect elements of the game, the main focus of this particular list will be on the story. To be more exact, we've highlighted Final Fantasy 10's most memorable quotes that fans will forever hold dear to their hearts.

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Updated October 7, 2021, by Avery Lawrence Feyrer: While fans of the popular series continue to have discussions regarding which Final Fantasy game reigns supreme, we've updated this post to include even more meaningful quotes from Final Fantasy 10. Not only does this game stand tall through the test of time, but it features some of the most memorable lines of dialogue in the entire series.

13 "Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha!" - Tidus

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Let's start on a light-hearted note by talking about perhaps the most meme-able moment in the entire game. While this moment might sound cringy out of context, the idea of Tidus laughing in such an inane manner is quite endearing.

It's one of the first few moments when Yuna and Tidus actually bond, with the latter's worries ebbing away with such a cheerful display of tomfoolery. Tidus displays his ability to laugh in the face of uncertainty, something that resonates with Yuna in her journey to defeat Sin.

12 "Rotten Son Of A Shoopuff!" - Wakka

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Say what you will about Wakka, the man does have his funny moments. While a lot of people might not be particularly fond of this Blitzball aficionado, the fact of the matter is that he's an integral member of the party.

For the uninitiated, a "Shoopuff" refers to a huge animal used for transport in Final Fantasy 10, similar to a Silt Strider from Morrowind. It's a unique insult that will elicit a chuckle from anyone who unexpectedly hears this line in the game.

11 "Legendary Guardian? I Was Just A Boy. A Boy About Your Age Actually. I Wanted To Change The World Too. But I Changed Nothing. That Is My Story." - Auron

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Despite knowing Auron from a young age, Tidus doesn't know much about the mysterious swordsman. It's not until Auron finally reveals to Tidus bits of his backstory, do the pieces of the puzzle begin to fall into place.

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The reason why Auron knows so much about Sin was that he was a guardian of the late High Summoner Braska, Yuna's father. Along with Tidus' father, Jecht, Auron helped Braska on his pilgrimage to defeat the great beast. Auron explains how he was just like Tidus, naive and gullible, who thought what he was doing would make a difference. It's a sombre moment that adds important character development to Auron.

10 "I've...Learned How To Smile...Even When I'm Feeling Sad." - Yuna

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The fate of summoners in Final Fantasy 10 is nothing short of despicable, and the fact that Yuna had resigned herself to this fate is something that speaks volumes for the selfless nature of this character.

This quote is perhaps the best way to personify the melancholy nature of Yuna and the fate she'd signed herself off to. Despite knowing that her life would become forfeit by embarking on her pilgrimage to defeat Sin, she's learned how to smile through the pain and anguish. It's a bittersweet moment, seeing her explain her hidden sadness.

9 "Yunie Will Die, Y'Know?" - Rikku

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People might give Tidus a ton of shtick for being a sub-par main character (or at least, that's what most people might feel). However, the fact of the matter is that this character is naive for understandable reasons, being thrown into a world which he has little to no clue about.

How Rikku reveals Yuna's tragic fate is a wake-up call for Tidus, making him realize that the mission he's on doesn't exactly have a happy ending. This was a pivotal moment in Final Fantasy 10 in describing what the true stakes were in Yuna's pursuit of slaying Sin.

8 "We Call It 'Sin.'" - Auron

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When Auron finally explains to Tidus what exactly attacked Zanarkand, it's a haunting moment. The beast known as Sin has plagued the world for as long as people can remember, never truly being defeated. Even when Sin is slain, a new monster arises years later to wreak havoc.

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Naming the monster "Sin" fits the narrative of Final Fantasy 10 perfectly because the people of Spira believe the giant beast only attacks them as a sort of reckoning. They believe because they relied on machines, Sin is punishing them for their actions. But even when they've tried correcting their ways, Sin continues to cause massive amounts of destruction.

7 "Ah, The Cycle Of Death. Summoners Sacrifice Themselves Fighting Sin. Guardians Give Up Their Lives Protecting Their Summoners. The Fayth Are The Souls Of The Dead. Even The Maesters Of Yevon Are Unsent. Spira Is Full Of Death. And Sin Returns Only To Bring More Death. It Is A Spiral Of Death, Spiraling Endlessly." - Auron

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We can officially label Auron as the party pooper of Final Fantasy 10. Despite his rather brutally honest and harrowing description of Spira, the swordsman does have a point. The only constant that the people of Spira know throughout their lives is death. Sin brings death and destruction with every new cycle of the beast, no matter how many Summoners give up their lives to stop it.

The cycle of death in Spira is something that's, unfortunately, accepted. Summoners are more than willing to give up their lives for momentary peace, because they have to believe that, maybe, their sacrifice will be the one that finally breaks the cycle. But Auron's quote leaves no room for interpretation; there's is no stopping the cycle of death or Sin's inevitable resurrection, or so he believes.

6 "I'll Continue. I Must. If I Give Up Now...I Could Do Anything I Wanted To, And Yet...Even If I Was With You, I Could Never Forget." - Yuna

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The entire "Suteki Da Ne" sequence is one of the most beautiful moments in Final Fantasy 10, culminating in the established romance of Tidus and Yuna. It's perhaps the most iconic romantic relationship in the entire series, and for good reason.

After this event, Yuna utters some incredibly bittersweet lines that would elicit a tear in even the most stoic of individuals. Despite Tidus and Yuna proclaiming their feelings toward one another, Yuna understands what her true purpose is and must persevere.

5 "I Know It Sounds Selfish...But This Is My Story!" - Tidus

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Of course, if you know anything about Final Fantasy games, it's that the heroes will always fight in the face of adversity and succeed with flying colours. Although at times, Tidus doesn't truly encompass the main hero title throughout Final Fantasy 10, in the end, he makes us proud.

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The final fight with Yu Yevon is a testament to this fact, featuring this iconic line from Tidus before he fades away into nothingness. Without Tidus' sacrifice, who knows if Sin would have truly been defeated.

4 "Now! This Is It! Now Is The Time To Choose! Die, And Be Free Of Pain, Or Live, And Fight Your Sorrow! Now Is The Time To Shape Your Stories. Your Fate Is In Your Hands!" - Auron

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The fight against Lady Yunalesca is one of the most intense boss fights in the game, and perhaps the hardest of the lot, if you only count compulsory boss encounters. It's a battle made all the more intense by Auron's rousing speech, collating the current situation of the heroes along with his past regrets all into one incredible line of dialogue that just cements how badass this character is.

Of course, this has nothing to do with the fact that Auron has the most imposing physical presence early on in the game. There have been numerous hype speeches before final boss battles, but Auron's takes the cake.

3 "Yuna, I Have To Go...I'm Sorry I Couldn't Show You Zanarkand...Goodbye!" - Tidus

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The ending of Final Fantasy 10 is one of the most tear-jerking scenes in any video game by a country mile. Throughout the entire game, Tidus promised Yuna that he would show her Zanarkand, the place he came from over 1,000 years ago. They had so many plans together, but in the end, it was all for nought.

It's a scene made all the more emotional by Tidus' heartfelt goodbye to Yuna, fading along with all the other dreams of the Fayth as he enters the Farplane.

2 "The People And The Friends That We Have Lost, Or The Dreams That Have Faded...Never Forget Them." - Yuna

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Losing your loved one is a harrowing event in every sense of the word, and Yuna deserves tremendous credit for staying as strong as she did during her final rousing speech as the game draws to a close.

Her last words are a message to herself along with the rest of the world, as Tidus still lies heavily in her mind. Yuna's ending quote could also be depicted as describing Tidus as both a person she's lost and also a dream that faded away.

1 "Listen To My Story. This May Be Our Last Chance." - Tidus

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These lines are the first spoken lines in Final Fantasy 10, and they've also proven to be highly iconic in every way possible.

The story that Tidus narrates is perhaps one of the best stories ever told in the history of video games — a statement that can be corroborated by anyone who's experienced the brilliance of this game for themselves.

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