“Stories aren't always guaranteed a happily ever after.”

In a fairy tale come to life, the clumsy, sweet, and gentle Ahiru seems like an unlikely protagonist. In reality, Ahiru is just as magical as the talking cats and crocodiles that inhabit her town—for Ahiru really is a duck! Transformed by the mysterious Drosselmeyer into a human girl, Ahiru soon learns the reason for her existence. Using her magical egg-shaped pendant, Ahiru can transform into Pri...
“Stories aren't always guaranteed a happily ever after.”
Discover the most memorable and iconic quotes from Princess Tutu, a drama, mystery, romance anime by HAL Film Maker. Browse 9 curated quotes from 4 characters.
Princess Tutu follows In a fairy tale come to life, the clumsy, sweet, and gentle Ahiru seems like an unlikely protagonist. In reality, Ahiru is just as magical as the talking cats and crocodiles that inhabit her town—for Ahiru really is a duck! Transformed by the mysterious Drosselmeyer into a human girl, Ahiru soon learns the reason for her existence.
Whether you're looking for inspirational, emotional, or funny lines, our collection of Princess Tutu quotes captures the essence of the series through its most powerful dialogue.
“Truth is a shy little thing. If you approach it, it will hide. Truth is a lonesome little thing. If you move away from it, it will give chase.”
“The beginning of a story is a sudden event; the start, a happy accident, the end, the fate for which it's meant. A story that never ends is a sad fate.”
“My name is Duck. Yes, like the bird. Take it up with my parents. They never loved me!”
“The depths of despair…. I feel so calm here. I won’t be tricked by anyone anymore, and I don’t have to resent anyone. There’s nothing here. Not even loving. Nothing but to keep dancing until I die away.”
“There's nothing more boring than a perfect heroine!”
“I'll get what I want... even if I have to steal it.”
“And so, the prince and the princess lived happily ever... Happily!? Happiness in stories is, at most, a trifling matter of a couple of lines at the end — the epitome of boredom. Now, show me a magnificent tragedy! A cataclysm of tears from which not one of the players is saved, and to which a happy ending never comes!”