Line #23 SelfDemonstrating/GeneralGrievous


1	!!NOTE: The following incorporates elements from both the Disney Canon, the current [[Franchise/StarWarsExpandedUniverse Expanded Universe]], and [[Franchise/StarWarsLegends the Legends continuity]].
2	[[quoteright:350:https://static.tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pub/images/grievous.png]]
3	[[caption-width-right:350:Bask in the glory of a truly honorable warrior. This will be your last time to do so.]]
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5	''(Best read in the voice of Creator/MatthewWood, Creator/JohnDiMaggio, or Creator/RichardMcGonagle.)''
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7	->'''OOM-19:''' "Um, General, we've picked up a new transmission."\
8	'''Grievous:''' "What did those Republic dogs send this time?"\
9	'''OOM-19:''' "It's not Republic, and it's not one of ours either. Apparently, [[Website/TVTropes this HoloNet website]] wants you to write a [[SelfDemonstrating/CharacterPages self-demonstrating page]]. It's like a thing where you talk about yourself and the things you've done, using these [[{{Tropes}} odd categories of data]]. It's advertised as [[JustForFun/TVTropesWillRuinYourLife the #1 way to waste your time!]]"\
10	'''Grievous:''' "[[BigWhat WHAT?]] I can deal with it on my ''own''." '''[[BadBoss punches OOM-19]]'''
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12	[[Recap/StarWarsTheCloneWarsS1E4DestroyMalevolence Hello there]].
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14	I am known as [[Characters/StarWarsGeneralGrievous Grievous]], though I was born Qymaen jai Sheelal.[[note]][[BlindIdiotTranslation Some of abruption Doctrine]] refer to me as simply [[WebVideo/BackstrokeOfTheWest space general]][[/note]] I am a proud Warrior of the Kaleesh, apprentice of Count Dooku and Supreme Commander of the Separatist Droid Army. I am feared by the Republic's generals for my strength and agility, for Dooku has trained me in their Jedi arts. My lightsaber collection is always growing... although there is [[Characters/StarWarsObiWanKenobi one]] I particularly cough [[ArchEnemy have my eyes on]].
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16	!So many tropes to add to my collection!
17	* AdaptationalVillainy: The legends version of me had a tragic backstory. I was cruelly betrayed by the Republic and the Jedi as I sought to free my people from slavery. Then, I was subjected to painful cybernetic surgery against my will after a shuttle crash. Disney's version of me doesn't have this tragic backstory, and I chose my improvements!
18	* AdaptationalWimp: Despite the glorious victories I have achieved, Dooku often mocks me for never living up to my peak performance during [[WesternAnimation/StarWarsCloneWars the Battle of Hypori]]. It is most a [[{{Pun}} grievance]] when I am reminded of [[Recap/StarWarsTheCloneWarsS1E7DuelOfTheDroids being unable]] [[Recap/StarWarsTheCloneWarsS5E9ANecessaryBond to kill]] Skywalker's [[Characters/StarWarsAhsokaTano Padawan]] (though admittedly, [[SuspiciouslySpecificDenial I was simply toying with the little one]]), and being [[Recap/StarWarsTheCloneWarsS4E4ShadowWarrior captured by those Gungans]].
19	* ArchEnemy: While I will always be the enemy of any Jedi, I have clashed the most specifically with General Kenobi.
20	* AttackAnimal: Ah, my beloved Gor. He was quite a useful guard animal. That is until that Jedi scum Fisto killed him! He will die for such an act! HAHAHAHA cough, cough, cough!
21	* AxCrazy: Crazy? Is it crazy that I desired the destruction of the Jedi filth? It is all I think about. The entire Jedi Order will die by my hand, and I will take their precious lightsabers as trophies!
22	* BadassCape: When not in combat, I usually adorn myself with a grey and crimson cloak to store my collection. It is decorated on the back with a symbol of the Kaleesh.
23	* BadassNormal: There's nothing "normal" about me. But my lack of Force powers is no obstacle to destroying Jedi!
24	* BadBoss: I have little patience for those flimsy B1 battle droids, nor for the Separatist leadership for that matter. Dooku also tried to pull this on me by offering me up to Kit Fisto and Nahdar Vebb when he was concerned about my performance. But I proved my worthiness!
25	* BatmanCanBreatheInSpace: Hah! Let's see [[SelfDemonstrating/TheJoker that clown's]] arch foe survive in the vacuum of space ''without'' enhanced cybernetics!
26	* BerserkButton:
27	** KENOBI!
28	** Do NOT call me a droid. I am a {{Cyborg}}, nothing more! And I chose this form! I was not forced to submit to this against my will!
29	* BloodKnight: So long as there are Jedi to kill, I will more than happily oblige to lead the charge into battle.
30	* BondOneLiner: Gah-Nachkt was one of the more ... annoying aids I was forced to deal with, especially when he dared to ask for more credits for finding Skywalker's R2 unit. Once he found that droid had all of the Republic's secrets within, he demanded a bonus. [[ExactWords I gave him one.]]
31	* TheBrute: Kenobi once dared to accuse me of being this. Let me make myself clear: I am ''not'' Dooku's errand boy; I am the leader of the most powerful droid army the galaxy has ever seen!
32	* TheCollector: The lightsaber of a fallen Jedi will always make a fine addition to my collection. [[VideoGame/LegoStarWars I am also no stranger to Kyber Bricks]].
33	* {{Cyborg}}: This new form allows for me to easily best the Jedi in combat.
34	* ExpectingSomeoneTaller: [[Film/RevengeOfTheSith After I kidnapped the Supreme Chancellor]], I told Anakin Skywalker that someone with his fame would normally be older than he is. Skywalker then informed me that my height did not live up to his expectations. Jedi scum!
35	* FreudianExcuse: I only hunt the Jedi because they took the side of the Huk and allowed them to enslave my people. [[SchrodingersCanon At least, that's how I think this started.]]
36	* HatedByAll: The Jedi fear me because of my vendetta against them. The Republic sees me as a symbol of Separatist atrocities -- they wouldn't pursue peace as long as I was alive. Even the Separatists themselves are usually fearful and suspicious of me. But no matter -- none of them can challenge my might.
37	* TheHeavy: Dooku and Sidious have not ventured into as many battles as I have.
38	* HeroKiller: My ideal galaxy is one cleaned of those Jedi filth. I am well-known for trying to make this dream a reality with my own four hands.
39	* InsistentTerminology: I may be a {{Cyborg}}, but let me make one thing clear: [[PunctuatedForEmphasis I! Am! NOT! A DROID!]]
40	* ITakeOffenseToThatLastOne: Eeth Koth once referred to me as a coward and a murderer. It is not murder to rid the galaxy of Jedi filth! Cough, cough.
41	* JustYouAndMeAndMyGuards: My legion of [=MagnaGuards=] is much more elegant in battle than a regular droid could ever hope for. They may perform the dirty work for when I need not.
42	* LargeHam: I was taught by Dooku to be dramatic in hopes of striking fear into the heart of the Republic.
43	* LaserSword: An entire ''collection'', in fact.
44	* MissedHimByThatMuch: During most of the Clone Wars, I never encountered Anakin, even though we were involved with the same battles. When I finally met him on Coruscant, I was shocked that he was just a boy!
45	* MultiArmedAndDangerous: My cybernetic body has two arms which can split into four. This is always a great advantage to employ against the Jedi! laughing [[EvilLaughTurnedCoughingFit into coughing]]
46	* NotInThisForYourRevolution: I care not for Dooku or the Jedi's politics! All I seek is to wipe the Jedi Order from the face of the galaxy, especially Kenobi!
47	* TheRival: When we both served Dooku, Asajj Ventress was this to me. We competed for the position of Dooku's second-in-command, and often traded barbs in the line of duty. But Dooku realized she was pathetic and weak and left her to die. I then got the sweet satisfaction of murdering her disgusting Nightsister family, including her mother! Ventress herself got away, but I will find her soon!
48	* SkeleBot9000: The cybernetic upgrades I have received make me resemble a Jedi I have put to rest. I am most glad you find it intimidating.
49	* UnwittingPawn: I have heard rumors that Sidious only treats me as this in order to further his plans to take over the galaxy, and that he is prepared to sacrifice me when I'm not needed. No matter, as long as I can destroy the Jedi filth.
50	* VaderBreath: While [[DramaticIrony I have never met]] this [[DarthWiki/DarthVader Lord Vader]], I gained cough an unpleasant coughing problem when upgrading into my cybernetic body. This was only amplified when [[WesternAnimation/StarWarsCloneWars Master Windu crushed my remaining organs]], lungs included.
51	* VocalEvolution: When I first appeared, I had a much more...Russian accent, according to your Earthlings. It was toned down for much later, and I have since settled on it.
52	* WhiteMaskOfDoom: The faceplate on my armor is meant to resemble the skulls worn by Kaleesh warriors.
53	* WouldHitAGirl: laughs Yes, a true warrior welcomes all challengers! My mission to the world of Dathomir may have posed difficult had this not been the case. Ventress and her Nightsisters were nothing compared to my power. laughs And Skywalker's apprentice was nothing but an insolent brat.
54	* WouldHurtAChild: Yes, there are no innocent Jedi! I kill Padawans and younglings like the scum they are. I also killed the children among the Nightsisters.
55	* YouHaveFailedMe: When my subordinates fail me, I do not hesitate to punish them severely. Dooku once attempted to do this to me by sending Kit Fisto and Nahdar Vebb to my home, but I defeated them handily. I must admit I'm concerned Sidious could still do this to me...But only if I don't kill him first!
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58	->''[-[[TheStinger Run, tropers, run. You have only prolonged the inevitable.]]-]''
59	->''Obi-Wan jumps to the ground''
60	-> Obi-Wan Kenobi: Hello there.
61	-> General Grievous: General Kenobi. You are a bold one. (Directs his troops) KILL HIM!
62	-> ''Obi-Wan takes out some of the droids.''
63	-> Obi-Wan Kenobi: Your move.
64	-> General Grievous: You fool! I have been trained in your Jedi arts by Count Dooku. (Activates his arms). Attack, Kenobi!
65	->''A few minutes later, Grievous gets shot in the chest multiple times by a blaster, lighting him ablaze before he conks to the ground''.

Context SelfDemonstrating / GeneralGrievous