Imperius/Quotes

Voice Lines

Availability	Quote	Audio	Background
Default	Silence!
75 / 40	Must I Do Everything?
	Sacrilege!
	Solarion Burns
	Valor Will Be Victorious

Interactions

Hero	Quote	Audio	Background
Alarak	Imperius: Allying with these pathetic weaklings is a waste of time. Alarak: On that, we can agree.
	Alarak: Oh, do I sense a little wrath stirring within you or is that my imagination? Imperius: What you sense is far beyond your pitiful imagination.
Alexstrasza	Imperius: A guardian of the power of life... Not all things deserve your protection. Alexstrasza: All beings who fight for life and hope are allies of mine.
	Alexstrasza: I have rarely felt a presence with such holy power. Imperius: And you are unlikely to do so again.
Hero with Angelic skin	Imperius: Adorning oneself with the armaments of heaven does not make one angelic. Angelic Hero: <hero dependent>
	Angelic Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: You are unworthy of the armor you wear. When this is over, I shall tear it from you myself.
Anub'arak	Imperius: Nerubians. Insects like you deserve to be exterminated. Anub'arak: I have no time to waste on you.
	Anub'arak: Ready to let loose your wrath? Imperius: You have no idea.
Auriel	Imperius: Auriel. I trust you are ready for the battle ahead. Auriel: As always, I will be watching over you.
	Auriel: Do try to keep a level head, brother. Imperius: I always keep a level head!
Azmodan	Imperius: Must I really fight alongside a vile wretch like you? Azmodan: I would not call what you do "fighting."
	Azmodan: Hmm, tired of being on the losing side? Imperius: I'm not the one who was slain by a lowly nephalem, Azmodan.
The Butcher	The Butcher: (growls) Imperius: So you do feel fear.
Chromie	Imperius: Those who meddle with fate find themselves succumbing to theirs. Chromie: Well, that's not nice.
	Chromie: Do we know each other? Oh, sorry. Oh! I always forget these things! Imperius: Be silent. Not all of us have the luxury of time.
Deckard	Imperius: The last of Tyrael's Horadrim. Why he puts such faith in mortals is beyond me. Deckard: We are more than what we seem.
	Deckard: I always prayed your kind would fight for us at last! Imperius: Your prayers have gone unheeded
Demon Hero	Imperius: Your very presence is an affront to the High Heavens. Demon: <hero dependent>
	Demon: <hero dependent> Imperius: Speak to me again, and Solarion will answer.
Diablo	Imperius: My old enemy. Can you survive long enough for me to kill you? Diablo: Can you?
	Diablo: Bear witness to the power of terror, angel. Imperius: I will bear witness to your annihilation, demon.
Genji	Imperius: An ally who has been defeated before we even begin does not inspire confidence. Genji: Do you doubt my skill? That would be unwise.
Gul'dan	Imperius: The one who calls himself darkness incarnate. How I look forward discarnating you. Gul'dan: Your posturing does not impress me, being of Light.
	Gul'dan: Darkness Incarnate, allied with a being of Light. How... whimsical. Imperius: We will settle our differences later. ...and there is a vast difference between us.
Johanna	Imperius: Nephalem. Am I to believe that this "Nexus" considers you a "hero"? Johanna: Well, Imperius, you're here, so clearly they have no standards.
	Johanna: Can you bear to fight alongside a mortal, Imperius? Imperius: I fight alongside no one. I lead, and others follow.
Kharazim	Kharazim: I am honored to serve the heavens once more. Imperius: A presumptuous notion.
Leoric	Imperius: Leoric. The ease with which you fell to corruption is proof that your kind must be annihilated. Leoric: Ah, so you do know me, angel, and yet you stood by when Diablo shattered my kingdom.
	Leoric: You have something to say, angel? Imperius: To you? No.
Lúcio	Imperius: Is that cacophony supposed to be music? How infantile. Lúcio: Tha– That's just straight ignorant.
	Lúcio: Oh, great... Can't believe I got stuck on a team with you. Imperius: Indeed. You are unworthy of the honor, mortal.
Mal'Ganis	Imperius: The blasphemy you call "the Fel" will be abolished from existence. And I shall start with you. Mal'Ganis: Do not mistake me for that fool Lothraxion. My alliance with the Light is only temporary.
	Mal'Ganis: When drained of their Light, the Naaru fall into darkness. Perhaps the same is true for you. Imperius: I am not convinced that you have the strength required to find out.
Malthael	Imperius: How, Malthael? How could you betray everything we stand for? Answer me! Malthael: Careful, brother, lest wrath consume you.
	Malthael: Imperius. Imperius: Brother... If only you had not attacked the High Heavens...
Mephisto	Imperius: Your hatred is nothing before the Heavenly Host, Mephisto. Mephisto: I despise your kind above all.
	Mephisto: Ah, Imperius! (laughs) I look forward to seeing your wrath unleashed. Imperius: Then you shall be the first to suffer it!
Murky	Imperius: What in Pandemonium are you? Murky: <Response indicating he is excited and ready to fight>
	Murky: <Playfully questioning the person next to him> Imperius: May those who have wronged you burn in the flames of your wrath.
Nephalem	Imperius: Must I fight beside your wretched kind, nephalem? I voted for your destruction! Nephalem: <hero dependent>
	Nephalem: <hero dependent> Imperius: Tyrael is too lenient with Sanctuary. I will not make the same mistake.
Paladin Hero	Imperius: What makes you think you are worthy to wield such light? Step aside. Paladin: <hero dependent>
	Paladin: <hero dependent> Imperius: Do not presume to think yourself an agent of divinity. You are a child playing with fire.
Terran Hero	Imperius: So humans infect other universes as well? How astoundingly disappointing. Terran: <hero dependent>
Tyrael	Imperius: Tyrael! Ancient law strictly forbids us from interfering with the mortal world. Yet you have done so, brazenly! Tyrael: You cannot judge me, I am justice itself.		A direct quote from a cinematic in Diablo III, where Imperius confronts Tyrael for aiding the player character(s) in Diablo II.
	Tyrael: Imperius, at long last you have chosen to act. Imperius: I am merely here to correct your many mistakes, Tyrael.
Undead Hero	Imperius: Undead. The rabid dogs of demons and necromancers. Undead: <hero dependent>
	Undead: <hero dependent> Imperius: I should immolate you where you stand, you rotting corpse.
Warrior Hero	Warrior hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: The greatest warrior in creation stands by your side. Fear nothing.
Whitemane	Imperius: Interesting. I seldom meet mortals with zeal such as yours. Whitemane: We shall be the light that vanquishes the darkness!
	Whitemane: Ah, finally a champion befitting our grand crusade! Imperius: Your crusade is nowhere near as grand as the armies of the High Heavens.
Yrel	Imperius: Your piety is admirable. Unlike those wretched humans. Yrel: You may not be a Naaru, but your blessings are no less welcome.
	Yrel: A being of Light! With you on our side, we will surely win. Imperius: I sense a divinity in you not found in most mortal races. You may prove to be a trustworthy ally.
Generic	Imperius: Are you ready to slaughter these vermin? Hero: <hero dependent>
	Imperius: Do you truly think you are ready for this battle? Hero: <hero dependent>
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: I am the Aspect of Valor. And that was a foolish question.
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: War is my reason for existence.
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: Did you really just ask me that? Me?
Generic (positive)	Imperius: Come, noble warrior. We shall burn the wicked to ash. Hero: <hero dependent>
	Imperius: You seem more dependable than these other mortals. Show me the extent of your valor. Hero: <hero dependent>
	Imperius: Do you have the valor necessary to purge this realm of evil? Hero: <hero dependent>
	Imperius: I am watching you, "hero." Try not to disappoint me. Hero: <hero dependent>
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: For once I fight beside a worthy ally.
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: This will be a glorious battle!
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: Just stay out of my way.
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: Hmph. We will see how far that confidence takes you.
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: (begrudging grumble)
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: (amused chuckle)
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: For once, you speak sense.
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: Of course. I am here to ensure it.
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: Bold words. We will see if your actions can match them.
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: The fire of the High Heavens will incinerate this filth!
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: None can defeat the Aspect of Valor!
Generic (Negative)	Imperius: You? This battle will be far more irritating than anticipated. Hero: <hero dependent>
	Imperius: More allies unworthy of Heaven's light. (sigh) Very well. Hero: <hero dependent>
	Imperius: Be thankful the ancient law of the Nexus forbids me from putting you down right now. Hero: <hero dependent>
	Imperius: Evil such as yours exists only to be vanquished. Hero: <hero dependent>
	Imperius: Your very presence befouls the air around us. Keep your distance. Hero: <hero dependent>
	Imperius: First, I shall slay our enemies. So you have at least that long to live. Hero: <hero dependent>
	Imperius: Must I yet again cooperate with mortal heroes? Hero: <hero dependent>
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: Know this: Even if we win the battle, I will not thank you for it.
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: Victory will be mine. You may witness my glory before you die.
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: Such petulance. If I cared even the slightest I would discipline it out of you.
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: Vermin like you deserve to be exterminated.
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: Do not speak to me again, you vile wretch.
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: I will deal with you soon enough.
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: Solarian will speak for me.
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: What did you just say?!
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: I am more than capable of dealing with this threat alone.
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: Is blustering all you are capable of?
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: That's enough of your nonsense.
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: You are not worthy to speak to an angel.
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: No.
	Hero: <hero dependent> Imperius: Be silent before l ensure your silence.

Eliminations

Hero	Quote	Audio	Background
vs. Auriel	Auriel... I had no choice...
vs. The Butcher	Back to the Burning Hells with you!
vs. Diablo II hero	Your kind are an abomination!
vs. Diablo III demon	Demonic filth!
vs. Deckard	Tyrael's vaunted Horardrim. Pathetic.
vs. Diablo	I will never tire of doing that.
vs. Illidan	You call yourself a demon hunter? Pathetic.
vs. enemy Imperius	Imposter!
vs. lesser evil	Your masters will be next!
vs. Malthael	If only the nephalem could have done this for me...
vs. Mephisto	You should have honored the pact, Mephisto.
vs. Nephalem	I've wanted to do that for a long, long time.
vs. Tyrael	You chose the wrong side, brother.
vs. WoW demon	What a poor excuse for a demon.
vs. hero with kill streak	You call that a killing spree?
Generic	Mercy is a sign of weakness.
	A feeble distraction.
	Pathetic.
	So easy, Tyrael could do it.
	Evil defeats itself.

Click-quotes

Quotes marked "Click-Quotes" are triggered when the player repeatedly clicks on the hero with the Left mouse button.

Quote	Audio	Background
What is it?
Speak, mortal.
Ngahh Stop that!
You are making me angry! I'm fired up, and I'm tired of the way that things have been!		A reference to the song "Believer" by Imagine Dragons.
If you ask me, this discretion is the worst part of valor.
I am the only angel in the Heavenly Host with blazing wings of valor. Pay no attention to the mortals who pre-ordered Reaper of Souls.		Imperius's wings are a cosmetic item for player characters in Diablo III. They were given out as a pre-order bonus for the Reaper of Souls expansion.
For eons, I have wanted to post guards at the Diamond Gates. I hate it when someone comes knock-knock-knocking on heaven's door.
The Silver City stands as a testament to order and harmony. It is truly a City of Angels. Uhh, the traffic is a nightmare, though.
All dogs go to heaven. Except for zombie dogs. Blame the nephalem. I do.
You dare suggest that I lack compassion? Ha. I am valor on the outside, and velour on the inside.
Demons beware. This archangel is packing heat.
All mortals should be exterminated. Change my mind.		A reference to the "Change my mind" meme based on a picture of comedian Steven Crowder sitting behind a sign reading "Male privilege is a myth. Change my mind."
Listen closely. I am not "wrath." I am wroth. Wrath is a noun; wroth is an adjective. Know the difference.
If you wish to turn water into wine, seek out the Archangel of Fermentation. But be warned: He stinks to High Heaven.
Why have a hood when you can wear a helmet? It's far more metal.
Enough. Can't you tell I'm running out of steam? (steam whistle sounds)

Commands

Command	Quote	Audio	Background
Move	I will triumph.
	Push forward.
	Onward.
	The battle continues.
	Heaven reigns.
	Advance.
	Evil cannot hide from me.
	None shall be spared.
	To the front lines.
Attack	Your death is at hand!
	I will strike you down.
	Meet your end.
	How insignificant you are.
	Who dares stand against me?
	Suffer my wrath.
Not Enough Mana	Not enough mana.
	I have no mana, you fool!
	My mana is low.

Pings

Ping	Quote		Audio	Background
Assist	Ally	We must make up for our ally's weakness.
		An ally is in need of assistance.
	Self	Assist me at once!
		Fight beside me! Earn your valor!
Defend	Hold the line here!
	Defend this point until your dying breath!
	Structure	This structure cannot be allowed to fall.
		If this structure falls, so shall you!
	Fort	Bolster our fort's defenses!
	Core	Defend our core!
	Watchtower	Do not lose control of that watch tower!
	Ally	We must protect our feeble ally.
		Defend our ally with your lives!
Danger	Pay attention! Danger lurks in the shadows.
	I can smell the foul stench of evil nearby.
On My Way	I knew you would require help.
	Stand aside. I will clean up this mess.
Attack	I order you to attack here!
	Watchtower	Take control of that watch tower.
	Mercenaries	Force these mercenaries to obey us!
	Fort	Lay siege to the enemy's fort!
	Core	Strike at their core!
Destroy	Structure	Bring that structure down!
		Reduce that structure to ash!
	Enemy	Annihilate our foe!
		That one will be the next to die!
Enemy	Slay that hero!
	Missing	My cowardly foe hides from me.
		I've lost track of our wretched enemy.
Retreat	You are out of your depth. Retreat!
	Fall back and form ranks!
Objective	Capture	Claim this at once!
		The objective must be ours! Seize it!
	Collect	Collect these. Now!
		Be useful for once and collect these.
	Transport	I command you to move this!
		We must ensure that this reaches its destination.
	Turn In	What are you waiting for? Turn those in!
		Surrender what you've collected!

Collection

Quotes in this section trigger when the player is in the Collection tab.

Use	Quote		Audio	Background
Viewed in shop	Locked	None can stay my advance.
	Owned	Tremble before the might of Heaven!
Waiting	Locked	Your indecision will be your downfall.
		Patience is not one of my virtues.
	Owned	We do not have the luxury of time.
		If I desired inaction, I would have called upon the rest of the Angiris Council.
Purchased	The Eternal Conflict rages on!

Miscellaneous

Use	Quote	Audio	Background
Lock-in	I yearn for battle.
Try Mode	Witness the strength of valor!
	I will show you what a true warrior looks like.
Celebrating (Successfully capturing a merc camp or objective)	That took long enough.
	Glory to the High Heavens!
Complimenting a Kill	Perhaps you are not entirely a burden.
	Well done. You managed not to fail.
	I will admit, that was nearly impressive.
Near Low-Health Ally	What are you doing? Find some healing!
	Get to a healing fountain if you wish to live.
Healed	It seems you've proven useful, healer.
	Do you expect thanks for fulfilling your duty?
	My strength returns.
Hearthing	My strength is needed elsewhere.
	I must heal. How fortunate for you.
Respawn	I will not be stopped!
	More glory on the battlefield!
	Now I'm angry.
Resurrected	I will finish what I began!
	Valor cannot be vanquished so easily!
Taunting	Challenge me! If you can.
	I fear nothing.
	Display your valor. Immediately.
Talent chosen	Valor burns within me.
	I yearn for battle.
	Interesting choice.
	Another weapon to wield.
	The power of the angels knows no bounds.
Worth It (Getting a kill after getting killed)	No sacrifice is too great.
	My valor lives on.
Comeback	Victory is within our grasp. We press on!
Team wiped	You will need to do better if you are to stand any chance.

Abilities

Use	Quote		Audio	Background
Impervious	No pain, no hesitation!
	Bring your attacks against me! Let them fail!
	I reject your strength!
Angelic Armaments	self and hostile	Behold heaven's arsenal!
	ally	Valor is my shield!
Wrath of the Angiris	self and hostile	You will answer for your transgressions!
	ally	I have this one.

Announcer

Event	Quote		Audio	Background
Start of a Match	Players spawning	Hmph. Another mortal for me to command.
	Players spawning (playing as the same hero)	Finally, a trustworthy combatant!
		I will never forsake the front line!
		An announcer and a fighter? Must I do everything for you?
	countdown	We launch our attack in...
		Ten seconds.
		Five.
		Four.
		Three.
		Two.
		One.
	Battle begins	Let the battle begin!
		Prove your worth!
		Do not disappoint me, mortal!
Talents Unlocked	Choose a talent.
Player Abandons	A hero has left the battle.
	Your craven ally has abandoned you.
	A mortal coward has deserted the battle.
Player Rejoins	A hero has rejoined the battle.
	That wretch found the courage to return.
	If that mortal leaves again, I'll slay them myself.
Player Kills	Hero slain.
	A... satisfactory kill.
	Not bad for a mortal.
	I have seen better.
	Even you can be empowered by valor.
	Double Kill	Double kill.
	Triple Kill	Triple kill.
	Quadruple Kill	Quad kill.
	Mega Kill	Mega kill.
	First Blood	First blood.
Player Deaths	You have been slain.
	Is that the best you can do?
	(scoffs) Mortals.
	I saw that.
	Your frailty was your downfall.
	Death on a Killing Spree	Your modest killing spree has run its course.
	Ally Death on a Killing Spree	Your ally's killing spree has ended.
Enemy Team Wiped	Enemy team eradicated.
Killing Spree	tier 1 (5 takedowns)	Killing spree.
	tier 2 (10 takedowns)	Mayhem.
	tier 3 (15 takedowns)	Untouchable!
	tier 4 (20 takedowns)	Hero of the Storm!
Enemy Fort Destroyed	Fort destroyed.
	Hmph better than I expected from you.
	Your deeds have been noted.
	These enemies must be truly weak.
	Fort annihilated.
Enemy Keep Destroyed	Keep destroyed.
	They were fools to allow you this far.
	Perhaps I underestimated you.
Own Fort Lost	Fort lost.
	Your fort has fallen.
	You fail to impress me.
	Unacceptable!
	Such a lack of valor.
Own Keep Lost	Keep lost.
	You are losing ground, mortal.
	Your keep has fallen,
Core Is Under Attack	Your core is under attack.
	Defend the core!
Victory	Victory!
	I suppose one of you had to win eventually.
	Mortal battles are so pathetic.
Defeat	Defeat.
	You live to fight another day.
	This is sacrilege!

Skin-specific

Demonic

The following quotes are skin-specific lines only heard when using the Demonic skin for Imperius.

Main article: Imperius/Quotes/Demonic