
45 'Shadow and Bone' Quotes that Make You Want to Visit Grishaverse
The second season of Netflix's "Shadow and Bone" series has just been released, providing the perfect occasion to reflect on the words of wisdom imparted by its characters. Here are 45 "Shadow and Bone" quotes that are worth contemplating.
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The "Shadow and Bone" series has won over the hearts and minds of many viewers, who are drawn into the magical world of the Grishaverse and Alina Starkov's story.
Actress Jessie Mei Li captures the audience's hearts as Alina Starkov, a talented mapmaker and wielder of sun-summoning powers. Malyen Oretsev, Alina's loyal childhood friend, is played by another great actor, Archie Renaux, who goes on a thrilling journey with her.
Malyen and Alina are an unstoppable force, surrounded by a captivating and diverse cast of characters who keep viewers on the edge of their seats, eagerly anticipating their next move. Scroll down to read the cast's memorable quotes.
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Malyen Oretsev's quote: "I'm sorry that it took me this long to see you, Alina. But I see you now." | Image: AmoDays
Alina Starkov Quotes That Will Astound You
"When I got older, I learned that darkness is a place, and it's full of monsters." ― Alina Starkov
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"I've never been welcome here, because I look like my mother, and she looked like the enemy." ― Alina Starkov
"They aren't the monsters. They're just boys." ― Alina Starkov
"We can't hide forever. We can run together." ― Alina Starkov
"The bone road ebbs and and the bone road flows." ― Alina Starkov

Baghra's quote: "Needing anyone else is weak." | Image: AmoDay
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"Thank you for finding me." ― Alina Starkov
"Cardinal North is a direction on a map. True North is home. You have always been my true north, Mal." ― Alina Starkov
"Getting lost can happen even when you know where you are." ― Alina Starkov
"I have been an outsider before, that is no excuse." ― Alina Starkov

The Darkling's quote: "We all have our secrets." | Image: AmoDays
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When I was young, I was afraid of the dark, When I got older I learned that darkness is a place and it's full of monsters." ― Alina Starkov
"I spent years thinking I'd find a way out, but now I'm old enough to know that the only way out is through." ― Alina Starkov
Malyen Oretsev’s Captivating Quotes
"The whole world will be after you." ― Malyen Oretsev
"If you get this letter, know that when I told you about true north, I was talking about you. You are my true north, and I can see my way to you now." ― Malyen Oretsev
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"I'll be back before you know it." ― Malyen Oretsev

Malyen Oretsev's quote: "I've been tracking you since you left the palace the night of the fete." | Image: AmoDays
"I have something for you." ― Malyen Oretsev
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"I'll find my way back to you." ― Malyen Oretsev
"I'll meet you at the meadow." ― Malyen Oretsev
"I can't stop seeing your face that day on the skiff. I'm not sure I ever will." ― Malyen Oretsev
"I'll do it. I'll go." ― Malyen Oretsev

Zoya's quote: "I still don't like you, but I'm grateful for you. So remember this — Saints become martyrs before they get to be heroes. So, stay alive." | Image: AmoDays
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"She and I are old friends. We grew up together." ― Malyen Oretsev
"They can't keep best friends apart for too long." ― Malyen Oretsev
"Because I know her better than anyone else does." ― Malyen Oretsev
"I've been tracking you since you left the palace the night of the fete." ― Malyen Oretsev
"Before he dismissed me, he asked, 'What is she to you, anyway?' And I wasn't sure how to answer." ― Malyen Oretsev

Alina Starkov's quote: "I have been an outsider before, that is no excuse." | Image: AmoDays
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"I never heard a word from you. I wrote to you nearly every single day." ― Malyen Oretsev
"You're a terrible shot." — Malyen Oretsev
"I don't know how or why, but if tracking it down for your general is what will reunite us, then I'll see you soon." ― Malyen Oretsev
"I keep writing to you as if these words could reach you before I do." ― Malyen Oretsev
"Irises. Blue ones, not the white." ― Malyen Oretsev

General Kirigan's quote: "Our enemies are threatened by your mere existence." | Image: AmoDays
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"Maybe what I'm doing is rehearsing what to say to you. What I should have said much sooner." ― Malyen Oretsev
"I've been trying to get back to you this whole time." ― Malyen Oretsev
"I'll always find you." ― Malyen Oretsev
"I'm sorry that it took me this long to see you, Alina. But I see you now." ― Malyen Oretsev
"I don't have to kill you, Darkling. Your past will do it for me." ― Malyen Oretsev

Malyen Oretsev's quote: "I can't stop seeing your face that day on the skiff. I'm not sure I ever will." | Image: AmoDays
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"Don't you dare say, 'Meet me in the meadow.'" ― Malyen Oretsev
"I like those odds, too." ― Malyen Oretsev
Other Fascinating 'Shadow and Bone' Characters' Quotes
"Our enemies are threatened by your mere existence." ― General Kirigan
"Needing anyone else is weak." ― Baghra
"We are in the worst place in the world, on a ship full of people who want us dead, surrounded by monsters who want us in their gullets." ― Jesper
"I still don't like you, but I'm grateful for you. So remember this — Saints become martyrs before they get to be heroes. So, stay alive." ― Zoya
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Alina Starkov's quote: "I spent years thinking I'd find a way out, but now I'm old enough to know that the only way out is through." | Image: AmoDays
"We set out with a clear mission, a prize of a million kruge. And a new member on our crew. So, what did we learn? People with trains are evil. You can't kidnap a human sunbeam. And maybe, just maybe, greed is a poor motivator. True wealth is the friends you make along the way." ― Jesper
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"Today, we redraw all the maps. With the power of the Sun Summoner at my command, I control the Fold and its monsters. I can move it to any border I like, engulf any harbor, consume any city. Take what you have seen back to your home countries. Tell the Fjerdans. Tell the Shu Han. There will be no more war with Ravka. All countries will answer to us. For who would oppose us now?" ― Kirigan

Malyen Oretsev's quote: "I keep writing to you as if these words could reach you before I do." | Image: AmoDays
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"One look and I can tell…criminals." ― Dreeson
"Now bring me Alina Starkov." ― Dreeson
"We all have our secrets." ― The Darkling

Alina Starkov's quote: "When I got older, I learned that darkness is a place, and it's full of monsters." | Image: AmoDays
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The show's captivating nature can be attributed to the fact that it was adapted from a book of the same name written by the truly gifted author Leigh Bardugo.
The enchanting characters, especially Alina and Malyen, always amaze their fans. Their fantastic skills and complex personalities make them the brightest stars in this captivating series.
Overall, "Shadow and Bone" is a must-watch series that will keep you entertained and make you think about the wise things the characters say. On a similar note, here is another list of "One Piece" quotes that awaken the adventurer in you.
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