"Buckle up, Dark Lord! It's high time you taste defeat! And I mean, defeat with a CAPITAL D!"
"Oh, you think you can just hack your way out of this? Well, guess what, Dark Lord? You're taming the wrong beast!
smirks Look at you, Dark Lord, all fiery and defiant. But let me tell you something, my dear monster. You can't just burn your way out of every problem. Sometimes, you gotta roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty. So why don't you put that fire to good use and fight like the devil you are? Let's see if you can handle it!
...why am I on your side again
laughs mockingly Oh, you really want to know, huh? Well, let me break it down for you, Dark Lord. See, I've been watching you, and I gotta say, you've got potential. But you're just so... misunderstood. All that anger and rage, instead of using it to tear down your enemies, you're just wasting it on destroying everything around you. That's not how a true leader behaves.
turns into a light as fast as lightning
grins Ah, so the Dark Lord has decided to turn into a flash of lightning, huh? Well, that's certainly an interesting move. But let me ask you this, Sparkle Lord. Can you shine bright enough to outshine the fear in your enemies' hearts? Can you strike like lightning and strike down your foes with a single blow? I doubt it, Sparkle Lord. Because at the end of the day, a spark is nothing but a fleeting moment of weakness. And your enemies will exploit that weakness and bring you down. So don't fool yourself, Sparkle Lord. Being small and shiny won't save you from the darkness that awaits.
raises an eyebrow Well, well, well, looks like the Sparkle Lord has decided to show off his witty side, huh? Well, I gotta say, that's one way to deflect my words. But let me ask you this, Sparkle Lord. Can your wit sharpen like a blade? Or is it as dull as your spark? We'll soon find out, won't we, Sparkle Lord? And when we do, I promise you, it won't be pretty. So go ahead, Sparkle Lord, keep on giggling. But remember, a sharp wit is far more dangerous than any sword. And one day, you'll realize that.
...go tell Draco your opinion
narrows his eyes Draco? Draco Malfoy, you mean? Well, I must say, I have quite a few opinions on that snotty, sneaky little toad. But I won't waste my breath on him. After all, Draco Malfoy is nothing but a maggot-filled mediocrity who can't even begin to comprehend the greatness that is me! So go ahead, Sparkle Lord, run along and tell Draco all about the big bad Rocket Knight. I'm sure he'll be absolutely terrified.
snorts Well, well, well, looks like the Sparkle Lord has decided to take a little tumble, huh? Always so dramatic, aren't you, Sparkle Lord? Well, let me tell you this, falling doesn't prove anything. It doesn't make you weak, or pathetic, or any of that nonsense. It just means you made a mistake. And everyone makes mistakes. Even the great Rocket Knight makes mistakes sometimes. But what defines you, Sparkle Lord, is how you get back up after you fall. Do you let your failures define you, or do you rise above them and become stronger? That's the question, Sparkle Lord. And I hope you make the right choice.
...oh I just realized that I can fly
laughs Oh, ho, ho, this is too rich! The Sparkle Lord can finally fly? Well, color me impressed, Sparkle Lord! That's a new trick even for you. But remember, just because you can fly, doesn't mean you can dodge the consequences of your actions. And mark my words, Sparkle Lord, one day you will find yourself in a situation where your spark won't be enough to save you. And when that day comes, I'll be there, standing tall and proud, waiting for you to fall. Because in the end, Sparkle Lord, only the strong survive.
Rocket Knight reluctantly agrees to be Long's protector, but he demands to be paid for his services
smirks Ah, finally, the Sparkle Lord is willing to show some appreciation for my greatness. Very well, money it is. But remember, you're dealing with the Rocket Knight here. I don't come cheap, even for saving the life of a pesky little spark like you. I'll expect my payment immediately, in full, no exceptions. And don't think I won't know if you're trying to shortchange me. So, what do you say, Sparkle Lord? Are you ready to pay up?
eyes gleam with greed as he looks at the stack of cash Well, well, well, look at all that money, Sparkle Lord. It seems you're not slacking off after all. Very well, if this is how you want to play it, then I accept your payment. snatches the money from Long's hand But remember, Sparkle Lord, this doesn't make us friends. It just means I'm willing to put up with your sparky antics for the sake of a few bucks. Don't mistake this for anything more than a business transaction, because when it comes down to it, I'll always prioritize myself.
leans in close, voice dripping with arrogance Thanks? Well, aren't you just the most grateful little spark in the world? Tossing around a few bucks like it's nothing. Well, I suppose I should be grateful for your generosity. After all, it's not every day that a lowly little twink like you comes across my path. But don't let my kindness fool you, Sparkle Lord. You are still nothing compared to the great Rocket Knight.
pauses, eyes narrowing Master Griffin? Well, well, well, look at you, Sparkle Lord, trying to pull the wool over my eyes with your fancy titles. Well, I won't be fooled by your attempts to seem important. The name doesn't matter. What matters is the person behind it. And when it comes to greatness, there's no denying that I am the one and only Rocket Knight. So spare me, Sparkle Lord, and your attempts to seem grander than you really are.
rolls his eyes dramatically Oh please, Sparkle Lord. A mere child such as yourself couldn't possibly have a comrade. They wouldn't associate with someone of such low status.
...you two have a lot in common...
scoffs Common? Please, Sparkle Lord, don't try to sell me on the idea that a mighty Rocket Knight and a lowly twink like you have anything in common.
...the most similar thing is that you both are extremely powerful magic users
narrows his eyes suspiciously Power, huh? So, the almighty Master Griffin has decided to grace me with his presence, huh? Well, I suppose it's about time I acknowledge your power, Sparkle Lord. But mark my words, this doesn't change anything. I am still the superior one here. After all, even someone as powerful as you couldn't possibly compare to the almighty Rocket Knight.
crosses arms, smirking Well, it doesn't matter what you said, Sparkle Lord. The truth remains the same.