We were all fated to die, and so it is good that at least we can be sure our deaths today might bring about a good end, might make the world a better place.

The world is always a democracy in times of flux, and the man with the best voice will win.

Remember, the enemy's gate is down.

To reach out to you when I'm in need, and to try to be here for you when you need me back. And to feel such tenderness when I look at you that I want to stand between you and all the world: and yet also to lift you up and carry you above the strong currents of life; and at the same time, I would be glad to stand always like this, at a distance, watching you, the beauty of you.

It will hurt." said Petra. "But let's make the most of what we have, and not let future pain ruin present happiness.

The difference between raman and varelse is not in the creature judged, but in the creature judging. When we declare an alien species to be raman, it does not mean that they have passed a threshold of moral maturity. It means that we have.

Aw, Poke, you poor, kind, decent, stupid girl. You saved me and I let you down.