The Road of Storms Quotes

“But long have I known that this mission would take all I can give, even more than just my life. Honour, friendship, the regard of more worthy souls, I’ll forsake them all to ensure the Infernus Gate never opens. Such is true of all in this company. Perhaps that is why we were chosen, for I do not believe the cursed blades came to any of us by mere chance.”
― Anthony Ryan, The Road of Storms

“Guyime: “It may be nothing to you, your highness. I am not so accustomed to leading the destitute and desperate into annihilation.”
Shavalla: “Well, if it’s any comfort, my lady. We’re all likely to perish with them, so at least we won’t have to suffer the shame of our sin for long. Or maybe you will, being all indestructible and such.”
Orsena: “One thing I have learned during this strange journey of ours. Nothing is truly indestructible.”
― Anthony Ryan, The Road of Storms

“Guyime was no stranger to lost battles and the injured pride they engendered. However, he had seen enough wars to know that allowing emotion to dictate a commander’s decisions leads to calamity.”
― Anthony Ryan, The Road of Storms

“I have led many to war in many lands, and I tell no lie when I say that I have never failed to complete a contract. If you are to march with me you must know this, so that you understand that I will stomach neither shirker nor coward. Some of you may choose to join us because you have accounts to settle with the rebels. This is well and good, for you will be provided fulsome opportunity for vengeance. Some will join because they wish nothing more than a full belly. This is also well and good, for in truth I care not why you fight, only that you do.”
― Anthony Ryan, The Road of Storms

“Everywhere you tread, destruction seems to follow. There are some who name you the Doomwalker.”
That’s a new one, Lakorath chimed in. Certainly has a ring to it, don’t you think?
“I am a danger only to those who would choose to be my enemy,” Guyime returned.”
― Anthony Ryan, The Road of Storms

“To those who seek glory in life, look not to war For its blandishments are the darkest of lies.”
― Anthony Ryan, The Road of Storms