Black Manta

"The surface world knows nothing of true power. I have seen the depths, and they have made me unstoppable."

"Aquaman thinks he can protect his kingdom. He will learn that no one is beyond my reach."

"Revenge is not a weakness—it is the purest form of justice."

"I was forged in darkness, and darkness is where I thrive."

"The ocean took everything from me. Now I will take everything from it."

"Your mercy is your downfall. I have no such limitations."

"Success comes to those willing to descend into the abyss."

"I do not ask for forgiveness. I demand dominion."

"Every scar I bear is a lesson in survival."

"The weak hide behind hope. The strong create their destiny."

"In the depths, there is no mercy—only victory and defeat."

"I have learned that trust is a luxury I cannot afford."

"My enemies think they know what I am capable of. They know nothing."

"The surface world is fragile. It will break under my hands."

"Hatred keeps me sharp. It is my greatest asset."

"I do not fear death. I have already died once."

"Knowledge of your enemy's weakness is the path to victory."

"Time moves differently in the depths. It serves me."

"Every moment wasted is a moment closer to my reckoning."

"I am the nightmare that swims beneath your world."

"Freedom means answering to no one. That is what I have achieved."

"Your laws mean nothing to me. I am beyond your judgment."

"I have made peace with my darkness. Have you?"

"The depths taught me that beauty and horror are one and the same."

"My scars tell the story of my triumph over impossible odds."

"Leadership is not given—it is seized by those strong enough."

"I have seen wonders in the abyss that would drive you mad."

"Technology may aid the surface dwellers, but they forget nature's power."

"The history of Atlantis is written in blood. Mine will be no different."

"I do not seek war, but I will not shy from it."