Elemental Quotes

“- And you, you ask too many questions. -

- And get too few honest answers. -”
― Antony John, Elemental

“Everyone works hard for the colony. Including [Redacted]. But all your father sees is a boy with no element. Whereas I see a carpenter and a tracker. I see someone who notices contours on the beach, channels in the sand, weakness in the cabins. Relying on our elements has made us careless - your father most of all. I'm more than just my element; and if you had one, you would be, too. Don't forget that.”
― Antony John, Elemental

“We make decisions, and we live with them. No matter how much we regret them.”
― Antony John, Elemental

“All of us fear things we don't understand, or can't explain.”
― Antony John, Elemental

“It was my turn to speak now, but I said nothing, because the truth would only hurt her. In spite of everything, silence - another lie - was the kindest thing I could offer.”
― Antony John, Elemental

“Then he said I was a plague too - different, but just as destructive. I think they keep us apart because they're afraid I'll influence you.”
― Antony John, Elemental

“The more cynical you get - the more you doubt everything - the closer you get to the truth.”
― Antony John, Elemental

“Everyone works hard for colony. Including [Redacted]. But all your father sees is a boy with no element. Whereas I see a carpenter and a tracker. I see someone who notices contours on the beach, channels in the sand, weakness in the cabins. Relying on our elements has made us careless - your father most of all. I'm more than just my element; and if you had one, you would be, too. Don't forget that.”
― Antony John, Elemental

“You should enjoy being young. You have people who care for you. Food to eat. All we ask is that you listen and learn. There's time enough of you to become an Apprentice, to take on that responsibility.”
― Antony John, Elemental

“And you, you ask too many questions.'

'And get too few honest answers.”
― Antony John, Elemental

“No one doubted her bravery, but courage didn't guarantee safety. If anything, her fearlessness might put her at even greater risk.”
― Antony John, Elemental