Luke Cage

"Every decision I make is calculated for advantage."

"Literature tells lies; I live the truth."

"I've never believed in luck or second chances."

"Faith in God is something poor people cling to."

"Science can't explain why I do what I do."

"These streets are my canvas; power is my art."

"I've learned that death comes to everyone."

"Health is important only if you want to work."

"Solitude is where I make my best decisions."

"Relationships are tools for getting what you want."

"I don't need inspiration; I am the inspiration."

"Adventures are what happen to people without plans."

"I've paid prices you couldn't afford."

"Motivation comes from wanting more than others."

"I lead because I'm the strongest."

"Technology means nothing without someone controlling it."

"Imagination is for children and the defeated."

"Politics and crime are more similar than you think."

"I've paid my dues in ways you can't understand."

"History is written by those with the most power."

"Gratitude is weakness masquerading as manners."

"I'm the only truth these streets need to know."

"Beauty doesn't mean anything without power."

"I've made enemies out of better men than you."

"You want to know me? Then fear me."

"Time is money, and I don't waste either."

"I don't believe in luck, only in strategy."

"The music of this city is the sound of money."

"I control who lives and dies around here."

"Power is the only currency that matters."