Memorable Quotes From Danganronpa

Celebrating 10 years recently, Danganronpa was orignially released on the PSP before soon being added to the PS4, Xbox (with THH on Game Pass) and even a Decadence edition for the Nintendo Switch. In this one of a kind series, you go through a visual novel of Ultimately talented teenagers who are forced to participate in a killing game held by a mysterious mastermind who controls a two - toned bear named Monokuma, all in the name of despair. With a captivating story, well written characters and original gameplay where you have to use memory, wits and common sense, it's become a cult favorite. Especially so, since many of the characters taught us many life lessons. Let's look at a few quotes that definitely hit home for a few people from various characters.

"Some say shattering the cup is a bad omen, but I prefer it this way. I mean, if you break something, that means it can't be broken ever again." - Fuyuhiko Kuzuryu, Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair

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Known in the beginning for his vulgar mouth and violent outburts, it would be kind of hard to think of Fuyuhiko saying something inspiring, or even memorable without an F - bomb coming with it. But this quote definitely stands out. Almost as an assurance that there are certain mistakes you won't have to make again, or certain pains you won't have to endure again in life.

"To judge someone else's values based on your own outlook... Do you realize how dangerous that is? - Byakuya Togami, Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc

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Whether you absolutely fawn over Byakuya or wouldn't hesitate to push him into oncoming traffic, you have to admit he hit the nail on the head with this quote. A hard pill in life to swallow is that not everyone will think the same way, have the same ideals, or be on the same emotional as you. And it's not very sensible to push those ideals onto other people.

"I never erase a photo once I take it. That's my policy. No matter what kind of photo it is, the moment captured in it only exists at that time. I never erase a photo once I take it. That's my policy. No matter what kind of photo it is, the moment captured in it only exists at that time." - Mahiru Koizumi, Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair

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While many have argued the only thing flashy about Mahiru is her camera, you have to admit she's on the money with this one. We all know the saying that a picture is worth 1,000 words. Those words carry precious memories of that moment. This is probably why FujiFilm cameras became such a rave lately, but no complaints here.

"When you dismiss other people's feelings, it'll always come back to bite you in the end."

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Kyoko is most arguably one of the most popular characters in the Danganronpa series, and it's no question why. Though she's stoic and cold, she's also very intelligent and wise as seen here. Taking other people's feelings into account, even if they don't mirror your own, is one of the most human things you can do.

"Jesus. If you have time to yell about it, you have time to DO something about it." - Mondo Owada - Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc

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If we learned one thing about Mondo throughout the series, it's that he's all about action (granted that's what got him in so much hot water in the first place.) This biker boy is the epitome of "don't talk about it; be about it." And this is something we should all carry with us.

"If you wanna live, you can't always take the easy path. Sometimes, you gotta take the painful ones. On that path you might suffer and writhe in pain, but at least you'll survive.” - Toko Fukawa, Danganronpa Another Episode: Ultra Despair Girls

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There's no character as complex, abstract, and just all around insane as Toko. This quote from the timid, masochistic novelist reminds us that life isn't always easy and can sometimes be painful. But that doesn't mean you shouldn't go about it anyway.

"A suicide means you've killed the most important existence of all: yourself." - Monokuma, Super Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair

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It wouldn't be right to make this list without this iconic line from Monokuma. Even he knows that each individual life is precious and important. If a psychopath like him can understand that then we all should.

"Thing is, if you wanna feel angry, fine. Just don't marinate in it. Use it for something that's worth it." - Mondo Owada, Danganronpa, the Animation

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OK so this was technically alter ego that made this quote in the guise of Mondo, but that doesn't make it any less valuable. Here he reminds his pal Taka that It's OK to feel, but it's NOT OK to let your feelings take over you. In typical Monda fashion, it's a call to action.

"This world can be too big and bright for eyes that have spent too long staring down. So be careful. Don't let your eyes deceive you..." - Ryoma Hoshi, Danganronpa V3: Killing Harmony

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Poor Ryoma. He "went through so much" before coming to that school. For him to make it clear that people who are used to sadness can be taken aback by the beauty of this world is a clear indicator of the melancholy he's carried with him for so long.

“Smiling is not something you have to force. When your heart gets warm, smiles come to you naturally.” - Peko Pekoyama, Super Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair

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Peko is about as serious as her hair is silver, almost never once smiling during her life because she saw herself as a "tool" for Fuyuhiko's family. But even she knows the beauty of a genuine smile and happiness.

"It is not the strong or the smart that survive, but the ones who can bring about change." - Celestia Ludenberg, Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc

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We all know Celestia is a master manipulator and liar (hence why she's won so much in her gambling career,) so it's no surprise that she would say something like this. But there are multiple truths to this as well. If you can make things happen, you can survive.

"Sometimes you gotta be a little reckless to make your dreams a reality!" - Kaito Momota, Danganronpa V3: Killing Harmony

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Let's be honest, we can all learn a thing or two from Kaito. He's loud, unapologetic and diligent. He's not afraid to take risks to get what he wants and giving up is NOT an option, shown in this line.

"Wherever there is hope, there is most definitely despair" - Junko Enoshima, Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc

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Of course we had to pull in a quote from the Mastermind herself! While she was about as evil and psychotic as it comes, wanting to plunge the world into despair and all, she's also a reminder that life will always have its ups and downs, its lights and darks. Junko even finds hope in despair. If that's not duality, then exactly what is?

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