KATANAGATARI EPISODE 1: Sentence starters.
Feel free to change / edit any pronouns or anything to suit your character / situation.
“ I see, so this is how I’ll meet my end.”
“ At this point, it is unavoidable.”
“ As long as the flowers are still blooming.”
“ Don’t come out dressed like that, it’s cold. ”
“ Wasn’t it my turn to do the house work ? ”
“ Didn’t I tell you to stop treating me so delicately ? ”
“ This is just another part of training. ”
“ I don’t remember teaching you to be overly considerate. ”
“ There’s no meaning to training anymore. ”
“ I don’t think about the meaning or anything. ”
“ It’s been a year since ____ died, isn’t it time to let it go ? ”
“ Don’t say stupid stuff ! ”
“ That wasn’t the kind of topic to bring up so early in the morning, was it. ”
“ I’ll prepare breakfast, so come back quickly. ”
“ … but this is the only thing I inherited from father, so. I want to cherish it while I still can. ”
“ I don’t have anything else, after all. ”
“ First time seeing one. ”
“ I don’t personally mind if strangers or outsiders come here. ”
“ I wasn’t aware. Forgive me. ”
“ It’s not like I particularly wanted to know. ”
“ But I’m supposed to say that in this situation. ”
“ ’ What did you come here for ? ’ Right ?”
“ If you’re talking about dad, he died. ”
“ Excuse my insensitivity. ”
“ I see, he’s got a strong body. ”
“ Doesn’t look terrible either. ”
“ I’d say it gets a passing grade. ”
“ You’re right, but a little off. ”
“ ____, I haven’t told you my own name yet. I’m ____. ”
“ I’m not entirely sure how to welcome you… ”
“ Pardon me for arriving here unannounced. ”
“ I don’t really have any ’ connection ’ to him. ”
“ You can think of me as someone who just got involved. ”
“ You tried to attack ____ ? ”
“ I’m not used to that sort of thing though. ”
“ That was still pretty impressive, given that. ”
“ Why don’t you keep practicing till you master it ? ”
“ That was a rather violent method, no ? ”
“ It’s understandable if you see it that way, but I had my reasons. ”
“ It would be a big problem if I got the wrong person. ”
“ In that case, why don’t you test him again ? ”
“ Consider yourself lucky to have tripped over that rock. ”
“ I’ll accept those words as proof. ”
“ Let’s hear what you have to say then. ”
“ Hey you, wouldn’t you like to rule the world ? ”
“ It’s a natural desire for all who live in this world. There’s no shame in having ambition. ”
“ Yeah, I don’t really get what you’re saying. ”
“ And the other reason is, because I’m bad at thinking. ”
“ Then I’ll continue under the promise of confidentiality. ”
“ Wait, you said ’ no ’ ?! ”
“ Yeah. Though I get the idea that he’s a big deal. ”
“ Couldn’t you say it’s the other way around ? ”
“ It’s true that’s how it must look from a practical standpoint. ”
“ On the other hand, it’s also true there’s a basis for that myth. ”
“ No, the true goal was – ”
“ That’s quite surprising to hear. ”
“ He gave up at the very end. ”
“ It didn’t work out that way. ”
“ Pretty crazy story, right ? ”
“ I didn’t actually mean you would rule the world. ”
“ Indeed, with brute force … ”
“ ’ You can never be too careful ’ kind of thing. ”
“ No, I just made up that title. ”
“ I’m abnormal, so abnormal orders are given to me. ”
“ That being the case, can you lend me your strength ? ”
“ I can’t use people who will work for money. ”
“ He betrayed us precisely because of that honor. ”
“ Will you wield the skills you have forged ? ”
“ Do you think I didn’t anticipate that answer ? ”
“ You’ve been betrayed, have you ? ”
“ Well do you have one ? A reason ? ”
“ That leaves only one reason. Love ! ”
“ People who work for love can be trusted. ”
“ You’re seriously asking me that ? ”
“ What a strange question. My specialty is brain work. ”
“ I’m the one who led you here ! ”
“ Wait, wait. My head is spinning from all the visitors here today. ”
“ Can you not all come on the same day like today ? ”
“ I don’t give a damn about your problems. ”
“ The fact that you heard that is bad luck for you. ”
“ If it weren’t for that, I’d have just ignored you. ”
“ You were eavesdropping ? ”
“ That’s a distasteful hobby. ”
“ You should say it’s a good hobby ! ”
“ I didn’t do anything so sneaky. ”
“ She’s got quite the nerve, geez… ”
“ You’re a pretty dull guy. ”
“ It’s nothing personal, but I’ll have to kill you here. ”
“ Listen and look in shock. ”
“ I’m more shocked at your body … ”
“ Meaning, I have a very generous personality when it comes to serving up presents from hell ! ”
“ _____ the maid ? That’s strangely cute … ”
“ Stop spouting that nonsense ! ”
“ That aside, aren’t you feeling anything right now ? ”
“ It’s been a long time since I’ve been surprised at anyone. ”
“ Of course it’s weird ! ”
“ That’s why it always cuts so well. ”
“ Rather suspicious methods, don’t you think ? ”
“ Really, that’s outstanding ! ”
“ I would have loved to see you do it though ! ”
“ Didn’t you listen to a single word I was saying ? ”
“ It’s not like I said I’d accept your request anyway … ”
“ Don’t you understand the value of things ? ”
“ How about I start off with this ? It’s been a while, little kitty. ”
“ We’ll have plenty of time to talk about that later, ____. ”
“ Yeah, yeah. If you have any other requests say so now. ”
“ If at all possible, do it with a flashy move. ”
“ If you do this, the story will end at chapter one ! ”
“ I’d also like to do that in the future. ”
“ I guess I’ll show you something flashy then. ”
“ Sorry to keep you waiting, ____. ”
“ Oops, was that a pun ? ”
“ So far this has been a welcoming reception. ”
“ I’m going to be serious from here on out. ”
“ Geez, such a noisy little kitty. ”
“ Though I was expecting something like that, little kitty. ”
“ You’re just a coward who runs away. ”
“ All you do is bully weaker people. ”
“ Don’t even compare us, you lowlife. ”
“ ’ Fall for me ?’ Come on that’s pretty wild ! ”
“ It was way too embarrassing for me to bear. ”
“ That’s touching, I’d have liked someone to say that to me. ”
“ Stop trying to act so dignified, little kitty. ”
“ You’re trying to think of a way to outsmart me, right ? ”
“ You’re even more tricky than me. ”
“ Don’t worry, I won’t kill you. ”
“ You don’t understand the concept of moderation do you ? ”
“ You don’t know how fragile I am. ”
“ That’s not something you should be bragging about ! ”
“ You’re afraid of being betrayed ? ”
“ Sorry, but I’ll have you wait there until then. ”
“ I originally betrayed you for money. ”
“ If I had known what kind of person you were from the start, I wouldn’t have worked with you. ”
“ Even that invitation just now was just so I could work with you again, and then betray you again. ”
“ There’s no one in this world who’d stay by your side. ”
“ Now that I look, it’s ____ ? ”
“ Wait, then I guess you’re ____ ? ”
“ Can’t you even recognize who you’re facing ?! ”
“ I can’t recognize faces that quickly. ”
“ That was close. If it was her, she’d have died. ”
“ This guy’s an animal ! ”
“ Do you really want to help _____ so badly ? ”
“ I don’t understand that recognition stuff. ”
“ Don’t you know what it means to doubt someone ? ”
“ There is ambition in her eyes. ”
“ You can sense her willingness to sacrifice anyone and anything for her goals. ”
“ And she’s merely using you too,_____. ”
“ So before you were betrayed, you betrayed others ? ”
“ I threw away my name and my family, all for it to end here ? ”
“ Well, for someone like you who was used, I’m sure it doesn’t feel right. ”
“ However, my problem in this case is the reason I was used ! ”
“ Father’s dreams … Father’s regrets … ”
“ She was willing to ask for help from her father’s enemies ? ”
“ It must be clear to you by now what she’s planning … Revenge ! ”
“ I should have been able to avenge father’s death ! ”
“ After all, that girl was watching as her family was killed ! ”
“ To ask the person responsible for father’s death … ”
“ Maybe I was wrong to rely on _____ after all. ”
“ I don’t want to hear about treachery or cowardice from her ! ”
“ Is there anyone else who knows _____ secret ? ”
“ Come ! I’ll finish you with an extremely flashy move ! ”
“ Before my appearance becomes any more embarrassing, I’ve got to … ”
“ To me at least, it sparkles in quite a pretty way. ”
“ Why does he sound like he’s just getting started ? ”
“ Don’t get me wrong, I did it for you. ”
“ I’ve just decided I want to help you, I’ve fallen for you. ”
“ I wanted to let you know I approve of this decision. ”
“ I thought for sure you’d object. ”
“ You’re quite kind, aren’t you ? ”
“ You truly care about him, don’t you. ”
“ I’m not such a kind woman. ”
“ This is not me being considerate to you or anything. ”
“ Protect yourself, this is me being considerate of you. ”
“ Love me as much as you want. ”
