Anthony Masters (Earth-616)/Quotes

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Evenin' Slick. 'Member me? I'm the Taskmaster!

—Amazing Spider-Man Vol 1 308

If we all remember our roles, I'll be able to deliver my little message and go. The gist of the message is pretty simple. I'm going to kill you. Really, reeeeally painfully. So, what say we just get started on that?

—Moon Knight Vol 5 4

I didn't let you beat me, Wade. I mean, I shoved my sword through your chest! Truth is... You're that good. You've always been that good. Which won't even get you a cup of coffee until you figure out how to be a professional...

—Cable & Deadpool Vol 1 36

Forget bridges. Osborn's gonna throw me off Hoover Dam.

—Avengers: The Initiative Vol 1 31

World's fulla crazy. I just taught 'em kung fu.

—Taskmaster Vol 2 1

I got this...memory thing. I pick up anyone's moves just by seein' 'em. That's a lotta data. More'n my brain's got room for, I guess. So I...forget things. Things that ain't about combat, about survival. People, places...I can't remember what I did last week. By Monday, I probably won't remember this conversation. I wanted ta fight you 'cause...I thought if I remembered your moves, I might remember you. But all your moves... are somebody else's. Just like mine.

—Avengers Academy Vol 1 9

Do you want some advice? Run. Forget all this. Walk away and never look back. Because once you find the answers you're looking for, there's no going back. Sometimes it's better to forget.

—Battle Scars Vol 1 3

Look out! It's second-rate Thor Lady and Captain Lamepower!

—Secret Avengers Vol 1 30

First dance and all the boys and girls just wanna stand around the punch bowl -- You two! -- Step on up!

—Secret Avengers Vol 2 8

Well, time's up and I got a ladyfriend textin' like crazy. You take care of yourself, Lang--and don't go around tellin' people that arch-enemy stuff. I got a reputation.

—Ant-Man Vol 1 3

Do you have any idea who I am? I'm Taskmaster. I can counter anything you throw at me. I can mimic and adapt to any move you make. I can anticipate any blow. I can-- AGGGGHHH!!

—All-New Wolverine Vol 1 3

I actually found a Deadpool I like less... than the original.

—Deadpool & the Mercs for Money Vol 1 3

Well-played, kid. Well-played.

—Deadpool vs. The Punisher Vol 1 4

I was all for it until I found out you were all for it. Get some help, Wade.

—Despicable Deadpool Vol 1 298

I was all for it until I found out you were all for it. Get some help, Wade.

—Deadpool Unleashed Vol 1 25

When you get down to it, it’s just work. Everyone’s got to work, right? You got to eat, got to put a roof over your head…and these outfits don’t come cheap. Throw some henchmen in the mix and buddy, you can’t afford to take it easy. So you do dirty deeds for dirtier dollars. Industrial espionage, muscle work, bodyguarding… … Murder… Hell, even the lowest of the low… … Golf.

—Taskmaster Vol 3 1

You don’t work for crazy people for as long as I have without learning to feel out when you’re being played. It’s why I’ve instituted a strict “No Nazis” business policy. A cushy job from Baron Zemo inevitably turns into The Punisher running you over with a truck. Nobody needs that kind of grief. But mark my words. Someone’s playing me.

—Taskmaster Vol 3 3

This stinks. Fury said it was my plan. And it is. I came up with it, from start to finish. But it's not, is it? Not really. This whole thing, this whole situation... It's a part of someone else's plan. And me, Fury, The Widow... We're all just playing our parts. Like suckers. And I hate being a sucker.

—Taskmaster Vol 3 4

But it's about time that they remembered who they're dealing with. Need a bastard? Call Taskmaster

—Taskmaster Vol 3 5

I'm about to put your li'l butt through boot camp!

—Deadpool Vol 10 3

I got this... memory thing. I pick up anyone's moves just by seein' 'em. That's a lotta data. More'n my brain's got room for, I guess. So I... forget things. Things that ain't about combat, about survival. People, places... I can't remember what I did last week. By Monday, I probably won't remember this conversation. I wanted ta fight you 'cause... I thought if I remembered your moves, I might remember you. But all your moves... are somebody else's. Just like mine.

—Anthony Masters (Earth-616)

She can create illusions on a massive scale. And you and Osborn happened to have her locked away in your little dungeon.

—Figment (Earth-616)

Ain't she a beauty? Tough old gal -- Shoots a hell of a plasma beam too.

—Total Elimination of Super-Soldiers-One (Earth-616)

Taskmaster	My, my, eager little beaver, ain't ya? But maybe ya wouldn't be--if ya knew about my "photographic reflexes"! 'Cause within limitations, once I see something' done, I can duplicate it exactly! An' that includes--your speed and agility!
Spider-Man	Nice try, ugly! But not nice enou--
Taskmaster	Sorry, hero, but whatever I can't duplicate, I can anticipate! And since I've studied most every super-type around, I think you'd be smart to throw in the towel!
Spider-Man	No way Taskmaster! You can't duplicate or anticipate an airborne attack on a webbing rope!
Taskmaster	No? Then how cum--I can cut it short with a Captain America-style sling?

—Marvel Team-Up Vol 1 103

Black Abbot	Must retreat...tend to myself...
Taskmaster	So you think you turned the tables, huh? Guess again. This is a little move I picked up from watching Iron Fist in action!
Spider-Man	I've had just about enough of you, skull-face! My webbing oughtta keep you wrapped up nice and neat until the police get here!
Taskmaster	I've studied your fighting style too, Spider-Man, so I can second-guess your every move--and counter it with, say, a little of Daredevil's agility!

—Marvel Team-Up Vol 1 146

Taskmaster	You want me to do... what?
Deadpool	Train me.
Taskmaster	Train you to...
Deadpool	To do what I do.
Taskmaster	That doesn't make any sense
Deadpool	Uh, hello? Look who you're talkin' to!

—Deadpool Vol 4 56

Nick Fury Jr.	You survive this one, then I’ll book your flights for the next jobs.
Taskmaster	That’s why I like you, Fury. You’re all heart.
Nick Fury Jr.	And that’s why I like you, Tony. You’re a vicious thug without a single redeeming virtue. Makes you useful.

—Taskmaster Vol 3 2

Batroc the Leaper	There is a man inside Venom?!
Taskmaster	They’re Symbiotes. Venom came to Earth disguised as Spider-Man’s old costume but now he lives on some bro named Eddie.
Batroc the Leaper	Venom is the Spider-Man’s laundry?

—King in Black: Thunderbolts Vol 1 1

Taskmaster	Are you going the @#$%@#E speed limit, Fear?
Mister Fear	I’m crazy, not suicidal. The speed limit is the maximum allowed speed. For larger vehicles, it’s suggested to drive below that--
Taskmaster	The world is ending, and you’re going 45 in a 55?