Max quotes from Robotech

Roy

I'm assigning two subordinates to your command. [Video screen shows pilot mugshots]

This is Corporal Ben Dixon. He has 378 hours in simulation and 66 hours of flight time. He is Class A. This is Corporal Maximilian Sterling. He has 320 hours in simulation and 50 hours of flight time. He's also Class A.

Rick

Hey, Roy. What gives? Uhh...I don't get it. Those guys are both just beginners.

Roy

Well, Rick. You're not a lot different than them.

Rick

But Roy, I've got lot more experience.

Roy

Now the files are here and I want you to study them. There's also a manual for you that contains all the official things you need to know about being a lieutenant. [someone knocks on door] I guess that must be them. Come in. [to new arrivals] Reporting as ordered. This man will be your new commanding officer from now on. He's Lt. Rick Hunter and he's quite a good fighter pilot. In fact, he is just awarded the Titanium Medal.

Ben

I'm honored to be serving under your command, Lt. Hunter. Corp. Ben Dixon reporting & while I'm around I assure nothing will go wrong.

Max

Umm...Glad were going to be on the same team. I'm Corp. Max Sterling, sir. Call me Max. I'm very inexperienced & might be needing a lot of help.

Rick

Well, I'm please to meet ya'.

Yes, sir.

Ben

Did you hear about Minmei being in that Ms. Macross beauty pageant?

Max

Say what? Minmei's entered a beauty pageant?

Ben

Yeah, Believe me or not, Lt. Hunter said our squadron wouldn't have to work Saturday night. So, I'm going.

Max

You mean it?

Ben

Yeah, he said he wanted a big turnout to cheer for Minmei.

Max

Umm...maybe he's just in love or something.

Ben

He's what? In love? [chuckles] Hey maybe you're right. That can make you crazy.[Laughing]

Rick

Ms. What? Macross? I wish you haven't entered that.

The mayor had entered me without even asking.

Roy

Don't tell me you're jealous?

Rick

I guess I'm acting kind of stupid, aren't I?

Geez, it's getting late. I hope she's all right. I can't believe I asked her to meet me here, in the park. A girl, at night - she could get mugged or something...

[appears from the bushes] Maximilian, prepare for your doom!

Max

Miriya, there you are. It's nice to see you could make it. Huh? [Miriya throws the knife and Max screams] Hey, are you crazy?

I am Quadrano Leader Miriya Parina, Zentraedi Air Force.

Max

There goes our first date.

You're such a fool! Fight for your life!

Max

My life!? But why attack me?

I will have my revenge!

Max

I'm afraid I don't know what this is all about. What do you mean revenge? If you're a Zentraedi, I understand why you must fight - but why do you want revenge?

I have reasons!!! [charges]

Max

[avoids new attack] What have I done?

Time and again, you've made me like a fool. I am the Zentraedi's greatest pilot and will not be humiliated by a Micronian. The first time you were lucky; the second was your final victory. Nothing can save you now - I will defeat you!

Max

Gotta get that knife.

It's no use. You're no match for me. You may be a great man, but what is man compared to a Zentraedi?

Max

[picks up own knife and readies for duel] And now we shall see! [takes on Miriya in a knife fight that results in Max disarming Miriya by knocking her knife away, and holds her at bay at knifepoint, the blade extended within an inch of her face] I guess I win again.

I lost to you again! This is a shame I cannot endure. [Closes eyes, sinks to her knees on the ground. She bows her head and a tear courses down her cheek] End my life...please.

Max

Huh?

Please do it now. [sheds tear]

Max

But I...but I couldn't. You're so...so beautiful. [touches chin with fingers so Miriya can look up to him. They float around before embracing] This is gonna sound crazy but...will you marry me?

"Marry"? What's "marry"?

It's something that no words can describe. Miriya, it's love, and that's the most beautiful thing there is.