Maes Hughes left an indelible mark on Fullmetal Alchemist despite his relatively short tenure. A loving family man, earnest soldier, and steadfast friend, Hughes endeared himself to viewers with his affable nature and devotion to those around him.
One aspect that made Maes so memorable was his tendency to dispense words of wisdom or quirky quips enthusiastically. Though often used for comedic effect, many of Maes Hughes’ quotes have profound meaning or touching sentiments behind them. They reveal the character’s unique outlook on life, relationships, and what truly matters most.
This article has compiled some of the most memorable and impactful Maes Hughes quotes from Fullmetal Alchemist and Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood. Ranging from silly and eccentric to downright heartbreaking, these quotes demonstrate why Hughes remains a fan-favorite character years after his debut.
Best Maes Hughes quotes.
1. A bratty little midget.
2. Okay, here’s the plan: We go in, start hitting people, and see where it takes us.
-Maes Hughes
3. Generally, men prefer to let their actions speak instead of words. When they’re in pain, they don’t want to burden anyone with it, not if they can help it. They don’t want anyone to worry about them. That’s how they are. Even so, there may come a time when they’ll ask for your help. And when they do, I know you’ll be there for them. Isn’t that enough?
4. Are you telling me to go back and put a corpse on trial?
5. His bloodstained clothes washed up further downstream. We don’t know if that means that he’s dead or just naked. -Maes Hughes
6. Yeah, it’s still a nameless sniper. It’s become quite a topic among us. She’s still a cadet from the military academy, but at any rate, she’s got a good arm. It seems she’s been brought out here. Hah… to think they have to pull out even a little chick like that… this must be the end. -Maes Hughes
7. To Edward: So, you hooked up with your mechanic? Not too shabby, sprout.
8. I will do anything to be the man she loves. I will survive this war. And when I return home, I will swallow every horrible thing I’ve done here, and I will smile when I’m with her. I swear on my life. -Maes Hughes
9. A normal guy like me isn’t going to be part of some “believe it or not” episode with nutcases like you guys!
10. I have no use for a religion that’s been forsaken by its god.
