- Krag: A great philosopher once said human beings are divided into mind and body. The mind devotes itself to all the nobler aspirations like poetry and philosophy, but the body has all the fun. Of course, he was dead when he said this, so his perspective may have been a bit clouded.
- Panawe: You should know that life here on Tormance is a constant test. If you wish to go on... Well, at least you'll be better prepared for this world than I was.
- Krag: Nothing is ever lost, we are stardust, after all. And after all is done, to dust we turn as we'd begun.
- Maskull: I have to surrender, try not to offend her, admit my attraction but hide my erection, secretly question my every intention in order to survive.