Arcane (2021) - Season 1 Edit

A beacon of trade and prosperity for our great City of Progress.

A bicentennial.

A breakthrough like this takes time, Viktor.

A building was blown to bits. What do you think?

A crime like this can't be overlooked. The boy must be punished.

A crystal of magical energy,

A dear friend.

A decade?

A few tried but Silco's got the muscle… and the money.

A few years ago, the Hexgates opened their ports to the world

A force of nature. Science cannot control it.

A good woman.

A Hextech Gemstone.

A House? Remind me.

A little danger is worth the risk, don't you think?

A mechanical arm, equipped with a powerful ray of light.

A poor cripple from the undercity.

A real job?

A scientist ready to forge a new vector of experimentation.

A thousand times I've imagined this moment.

A violation of the Ethos calls for banishment,

A way to harness magic through science.

A well deserved retirement.

A wolf has no mercy.

A… a headache. I just… I need to get to the lab.

About that piece of shit that murdered my boy?

About what? The meat?

Absolutely not. That is not why we invented Hextech.

Absolutely not. That is not why we invented Hextech.

Actually, I believe it is possible.

Actually, I do.

Actually, yes, but only because you signed your notes.

Advisors will enter here,

After my great grandmother Matilda, the, uh…

After the attack, your parents spoke to the Sheriff.

Again? You know there's always tomorrow, right?

Ah, about time Daddy joined us.

Ah, he's won Piltover's heart.

Ah, Mel, this is too kind.

Ah, shit. The Firelights.

Ah, well, you shoulda learned more. You still punch like a little boy.

Ah, yes. Matilda.

Ah, you see, that's your weakness, Marcus.

Ah.

Ah. Another late night. The work just doesn't end.

Ailment?

Airship, actually.

All due respect, Councilor,

All I see is a boy meddling with things he doesn't understand.

All in return for you.

All my life, I've pursued the mysteries of science,

All of it?

All our business is down. Enforcers are searching anyone who crosses the bridge.

All right, everybody, follow me. Just don't look down.

All right, give me the details of exactly what happened up there.

All right, we'll keep at it.

All right. Here we go.

All that's left is Jinx and she belongs to Silco.

All the time saying you abandoned me when he knew the truth.

All this time, they've kept their dealings localized to the undercity.

All those in favor?

All us fissure folk can. Don't you want to blend in?

All we ever wanted.

All yours.

Along with some of our research papers.

Also, I brought this dynamite. Goodbye.

Always remember that, okay?

Always two steps ahead.

Am I interrupting?

Am I interrupting?

Am I to tell the Noxians

Ambition? Darling, he nearly blew up our daughter.

Among other things.

An airship has a rigid metal hull. It's not a blimp.

An inspiration to Piltover's future

And a foot chase topside?

And a government that doesn't give a shit.

And all the while, this question lingers before you:

And another was reborn.

And as a supporter of House Talis,

And before I begin, I must know…

And believe me, I'm just as shocked as you are.

And every problem in the world will fade away.

And focused on something far more important.

And fresh air.

And guess what? They're not all dead.

And he turned his back and blah, blah, blah.

And he's asking questions.

And here you are, shoveling his shit.

And his resources exceed ours.

And hose you down when you got covered in grease.

And how do we do that?

And I bought you some Ginko nuts.

And I just found her when you and your goons showed up.

And I just ran away.

And I need Jinx.

And I thought Powder could get obsessed.

And I was left with an understanding.

And I… I now know my actions were against Academy regulations.

And I'd say, "Well, I'm a slug eating crab with razor spikes."

And I'll let you walk out of here in one piece?

And I'm gonna bury the lot of you.

And I'm gonna show him.

And I'm not sure.

And I've already spoken to several potential investors.

And if you won't, I will.

And in so doing, put a target on your back.

And it seems to me only Mr. Talis

And it's only a matter of time before his own people turn on him.

And made Piltover prosper beyond anything we could have ever imagined.

And nearly fell off trying to draw a giant middle finger.

And neither are you.

And no matter what happens here, it's going to change our world

And now it's gone. No one believed me.

And now, it finally can.

And now, we're cut off.

And one day, I'm gonna shoot one of 'em down.

And one day…

And only me.

And our future is bright.

And remanded to the care of his parents.

And Silco finally gets the message

And somehow, I get the feeling he isn't up there balancing booksheets.

And tell strangers on the street that we got a nice haul?

And thanks to people like you who stuck their heads in the dirt.

And that House Talis be elevated to this august body.

And that is precisely what makes this moment so extraordinary.

And that of all humanity.

And that poor boy has enough of them already.

And that?

And the kids. Just terrible.

And the only assurance I need is that

And the river toxins eat through your nerves.

And the side effects?

And then molding them to a useful function.

And there is more yet to achieve.

And they built this magnificent city.

And they were never seen again.

And what about the Council?

And what do I have?

And what do I lose but problems?

And who holds you accountable?

And who led these investigations?

And would take any opportunity to seize it from you.

And yet, here he stands.

And you betrayed me.

And you can have Powder back.

And you come home,

And you found a stray.

And you still block with your face.

And you without your hammer.

And your years of service can never be repaid.

And?

Animals.

Any Hextech device.

Anyway, I don't want her to see me like this.

Anyway, this is our presentation.

Arcane talents are something you're born with.

Are we alone?

Are we still sisters?

Are you all right?

Are you Councilor Heimerdinger?

Are you going to question him?

Are you headed home soon? I thought we could walk together.

Are you kidding? That was the best job we've ever done.

Are you prepared to lose her?

Are you real?

Are you sure this is safe?

Are you sure you know what you're doing?

Are you working for Silco?

As a lower house, my voice doesn't carry much weight here.

As Jayce's patron of many years, I can speak for his character.

As one of Piltover's founders,

Astonishing.

At least, we have the solace of knowing he died fighting for our cause,

At least, you didn't throw up.

Attacks at the Hexgates and in the Academy Square.

Aw, man.

Be a shame if I had to put them on again.

Be honest, now. What manner of inquiry was this?

Be… Benzo. They…

Beautiful, aren't they?

Became a Councilor.

Because you weakened me!

Because you're a jinx!

Because you're a jinx.

Because you're a jinx. Do you hear me? Mylo was right

Been a while since topside's gotten this bold.

Before it became an "enterprise".

Before Mylo fills the bag with junk.

Begs the question, young Kiramman

Behind every coin that passes through this place.

Being stuffed in a stone box for weeks, or months, or even years?

Believe me, if I had it my way, it'd be you rotting in Stillwater,

Benzo will handle things.

Benzo, stay back.

Benzo. These kids.

Besides, this is exactly the sort of job Vander would've pulled

Betrayal, that pain that feels like it'll eat you from the inside out,

Better be right then.

Better to have some trade than none at all.

Better yet, march back to your ship and get the hell out of my city.

Boring. Wow. Super boring…

Boring…

Bought a whole bunch of stuff Benzo only keeps there for display.

Bravo, sis.

Brother.

Brothers and sisters back to back against whatever the world threw at us.

Brought scholars from distant lands. Reignited passions in arts and science.

Built the Hexgates like they asked.

But as a mother, I have a voice that matters deeply.

But as time passed, so did my hate.

But families stick together. You said it yourself.

But first, I'm gonna bring your bullshit empire down all around you.

But fortunately, we have the capacity to change our nature.

But give it a decade of careful research, and it will be ready.

But he didn't make Jinx.

But he has a good heart. Please, let him come home.

But he is to never set foot on Academy grounds again

But he won't be the last.

But he's here now to negotiate all his deals personally.

But healing this city will take more than just speeches.

But how can you?

But I can sympathize with a young man's dream to change the world.

But I knew it was a lie.

But I should have known better.

But I still believe in loyalty.

But I thought you… I thought they were hurting you!

But I'd be lying.

But I'm afraid this will be a very short reunion.

But I'm gonna help you with that. Ready?

But if we do nothing,

But if you don't accept certain realities, I fear you'll end up like General Parlec.

But it changes you forever

But it seems she never made it. Isn't that sad?

But Jinx…

But just because it can be done, doesn't mean…

But keep him off the streets.

But let me ask you this, what's your plan to fix this?

But let's just say I didn't always see eye to eye with my old man.

But mark me, child, if you want to last in this world,

But maybe it can.

But now you do

But now you're, you're tracking this mess of yours through my streets.

But perhaps there's something in the lab you might be able to share?

But shouldn't the safety of Piltover be our first priority?

But sometimes we venture too far.

But speak nothing of magic.

But that's…

But the big display followed by a request for parley,

But the regent will have her own, secret entrance.

But then, so is everything that manages to survive in Noxus.

But there's more going on here than just the smuggling.

But this only works if we can trust each other.

But time's lapped you, old man.

But to all, they are heroes.

But watching how you work so tirelessly to make the world a better place…

But we all know there is a crime

But we both know topside won't listen to anything else.

But we can't make a deal with a snake and cut off its head.

But we have a chain of command for a reason.

But we learn. And we stick together.

But we've forgotten.

But whatever happens, it's on you.

But who are you willing to lose?

But you already knew that.

But you changed too.

But you're so sweet.

But you're the one who always says we have to earn our place in this world.

But you've grown fat and complacent.

But… I…

But… if you do,

But… we're not done yet.

By accident. Totally by accident.

By leniencies you mean corruption?

By the looks of it, no one down here lifted a finger to stop Silco.

Bye…

Caitlyn Kiramman, why does that not surprise me?

Caitlyn, just listen, we can work this out.

Caitlyn!

Caitlyn!

Caitlyn.

Caitlyn. She's a Kiramman. Just like them, she does whatever she wants.

Called it.

Can either break you or forge you into something greater.

Can I help?

Can we count you amongst them?

Can you imagine what it's like?

Can you just send in whoever's gonna kick the shit out of me,

Can't you see we're playing?

Candidly, I thought you were the prize of your secondhand family.

Cast iron's, well, it's hard to clean.

Claggor, see if you can find another way out of here.

Clever, to charm her subjects, but pliable so we can mold her

Come inside, Caitlyn. Now.

Come on

Come on, Mouser, I need you!

Come on!

Come on.

Come on. Go!

Come on. Let's go!

Come on. Let's go.

Come over here, come on!

Come to the lab this afternoon, I'll show you.

Come with me.

Cool off a bit.

Could compare to the contributions of his students.

Could I borrow you for a minute?

Could it work? Could these stones really invoke magic?

Could the trenchers build a weapon with the stolen crystal?

Could we have a word, Caitlyn?

Could you imagine being separated from your father?

Could you stabilize it?

Couldn't have put it better.

Couldn't we have at least just walked there?

Councilor Bolbok seems to think other arrangements would be more profitable.

Councilor Medarda, his is highly irregular.

Councilor Medarda. Councilor Talis.

Councilor Talis is willing to reinstate former trade privileges

Councilor, this technology, it's real.

Councilor.

Councilors Hoskel and Salo. Don't they hate each other?

Councilors, my daughter has a unique insight into our situation.

Councilors, this is Vi. She was born in the undercity.

Councilors, we have lost our way.

Councilors. It appears we are at an impasse.

Councilors…

Damn it! Powder, wake up!

Daughters…

Deal's changed.

Definitely not above board.

Did I miss anything?

Did my parents pay you to let me win?

Did you even stop to think about what could have happened to you?

Didn't think you had the stomach.

Disengage!

Do that and I theorize you'll get away

Do they teach military history at your Academy, Mr. Talis?

Do we just leave him here?

Do we know where they took him?

Do we understand each other?

Do we, uh… have a deal?

Do whatever it takes.

Do you contemplate death, Professor?

Do you even remember?

Do you ever say "thank you?"

Do you have any idea how this looks?

Do you have any idea what you've done?

Do you have anything to show for your work besides an explosion?

Do you hear that?

Do you know what the success rate for senior Academy inventors is?

Do you not understand? I am part of this now!

Do you really think you're in a position to demand all this?

Do you remember what was in that bag?

Do you remember?

Do you think it was my life's ambition to be an assistant?

Do you?

Does the boy have any experience?

Does this mean anything to you?

Doesn't know when to pipe down.

Doesn't matter. The stuff's gone.

Doing hit and runs on civilians and disappearing into the night.

Don't be afraid.

Don't bother to find out what it does to someone

Don't cry.

Don't forget again.

Don't get yourself killed.

Don't look so concerned. I'm about to make your day.

Don't mind the kid.

Don't threaten the guy who pours the drinks.

Don't try to ingratiate yourself with me.

Don't you have a cocktail party to attend?

Don't you know I'm allergic?

Don't you think we've pushed them hard enough?

Down there!

Drop the gun.

Easy for you to say. Your people aren't dying all around you.

Ego is one thing, brain's another.

Eh, they're growing up, Vander.

Eh? To them?

Ekko followed them.

Ekko, it's wrong what's been done to you.

Ekko, she believes what she's saying, okay? She's not your enemy.

Ekko?

Enforcers fear to set foot in the Lanes. All under your watch.

Enforcers never come down here, so this is as good a place as any.

Even if we wanted to invade, they have Shimmer.

Even if you manage to prove your theory, the Council would destroy it.

Even though I'm… different.

Even though we failed her in countless ways,

Even with your monsters, you won't win a war against Piltover.

Ever since your stunt topside, profits have been plummeting.

Ever wonder what it's like to drown?

Every page, I might add. Eh, a little egotistical, don't you think?

Every time I think you can't get dumber, you dig a new low.

Every time. Every time she comes, something goes wrong.

Everyone betrays us, Jinx. Vander. Her.

Everyone here was an addict or a victim.

Everyone makes mistakes, right?

Everyone out.

Everyone out.

Everyone wants Hextech for themselves.

Everyone's gotta do their part, right?

Everything he built either exploded, melted, or toppled over.

Everything made sense then.

Everything you do inspires me.

Everything you said about him was true.

Exactly like this.

Exactly the sort of thing we wanted to fix with Hextech.

Excellent choice, Councilor Medarda. Supreme challenge.

Except it's not your ship.

Except you.

Except, maybe, half the size.

Excuse me?

Excuse me.

Excuse me. Underfoot.

Far be it from me to stand in the way.

Fathers, sons…

Fear haunts us all, child.

Feeding time.

Figments.

Find the girl.

Finish it later. Vander and I need a word.

Fire!

Fire.

Firelights!

First time I've been invited to the Lanes. It better be worth my time.

First, this wild attack in the heart of Piltover.

Focus. Who are they? Why wasn't I invited to the party?

For a couple weeks now.

For good. You can take your worthless junk elsewhere.

For me, knowing how to handle this weapon means being able to protect people.

For not following her into a career "more befitting your station."

For respect.

For that, I thank you…

For the era of magic.

For their families. From an anonymous, concerned citizen

For this stupid stone?

For what?

For your birthday, Councilor.

Forget me, okay?

Four children fleeing the scene.

From the dead?

From the undercity here,

From your friend. Downtown.

Fuck. You.

Fundraiser's going well.

Gee, I wonder who I learned that from?

Get ahold of yourself. I taught you better.

Get away from her.

Get back!

Get down!

Get him a meal.

Get me Jinx. And I'll give you your nation of Zaun.

Get out. Now.

Get them!

Get to your point.

Get up, Claggor. We're going out.

Give me a few seconds. The cannon pinion's still busted.

Give me a name.

Give me a name. We'll do things quiet.

Give the people a glimpse of the future.

Go ahead, idiots. We've got nothing.

Go back to that big, shiny house of yours and just…

Go!

Go!

Go!

Go.

Good meeting.

Good night, Miss Young.

Good thing you've located proof of the Firelights' involvement.

Good to see some things haven't changed.

Good.

Good.

Good.

Got a description?

Gotta hand it to you, Finn

Gotta stay out of sight for this one.

Great.

Guys, we just emptied a Piltover penthouse right under the enforcers' noses.

Guys, what was that? What the hell happened back there?

Ha ha. I was actually hoping you might consider joining my staff.

Hah.

Half a dozen enforcers, dead. Enforcers. Dead

Half there already.

Hammer work is such a delicate art.

Happy Progress Day!

Happy Progress Day.

Happy Progress Day. Happy Progress Day.

Has a nice ring, doesn't it?

Has anyone even tried it before?

Has the knowledge necessary to secure the Hexgates.

Have come to see what new wonders the City of Progress has to offer.

Have fun herding the drunkards.

Have they discovered how to govern with grease and a spanner?

Have you forgotten where we came from?

Have you heard anything about Powder? I think Silco has her.

Have you heard the rumor?

Have you lost your mind?

Have you made any progress with the stolen Gemstone?

Have your people ever reviewed these logs?

Having to choose between a kingpin who wants to exploit them

He already does.

He believes the undercity should be independent.

He calls it the Nation of Zaun.

He crossed the wrong man.

He destroyed a building.

He didn't care what it did to people.

He disappeared. He does that sometimes.

He fancies himself a fox among the wolves.

He had some stories.

He hates you. Everything you stand for.

He knew what he was signing up for

He offered me a gold coin for every blade I retrieved from the fallen.

He paid in gold and didn't even haggle.

He realized nothing he could accomplish

He said a man's mind hides behind his body.

He sent me here to ensure that anything dangerous is removed safely.

He thinks we need more time.

He took over the Last Drop.

He wanted me to know death.

He was a witness in an ongoing investigation.

He was my mentor, Mel. And I betrayed him.

He was out all night before we found him.

He will be a great contributor to our society.

He will have the resources necessary to protect all our investments.

He will never back down.

He'll listen to me. Your people wouldn't have to hide anymore.

He's been quite the investment.

He's for me, dear.

He's got reason to talk. Must have been sent in today?

He's just as precocious as ever.

He's like my brother.

He's our father too.

He's right. Merchandise is frozen at the border.

He's willing to sacrifice his own enterprise.

Hear that, Deckard? They don't want any trouble.

Heimerdinger believes science should be used

Heimerdinger is a great scientist. But he's old. He only ever sees the past.

Heimerdinger is right.

Heimerdinger will recognize the potential.

Heimerdinger will understand eventually.

Hello, little girl.

Help her with the body.

Help! Please, someone, help us!

Help! Please!

Help. In here, please. Help me.

Help. It's so hot, please. I'm trapped.

Helps people here with…

Her back in town, it's only a matter of time before you implode

Her father went on a long trip and Daddy here assured me that she left with him.

Her name is Jinx!

Her name is Powder.

Here we go!

Here, for your troubles.

Here, for your troubles.

Here.

Here. If they come for you, take this and run.

Here's to the new us.

Hextech has the potential to change everything.

Hextech partners?

Hextech security should be administered by a scientist.

Hextech was supposed to bring magic into the life of the common man.

Hey, give Silco a kiss on that winning eye of his, will you?

Hey, hey, that's mine!

Hey, hey! Be careful with that, please.

Hey, if she didn't keep fixing these things,

Hey, listen, how did you find that place?

Hey, open up!

Hey, Powder.

Hey, so, how'd you find that place, anyway?

Hey, watch it, furball.

Hey, you seeing this?

Hey!

Hey.

Hey.

Hey.

Hey. Stop right there!

Hey. Those are Vander's. Slow down. What's going on?

Hi.

Hi.

Hi.

His dreams of rebellion? He's losing control.

His entire life, he's chased an impossible dream.

Hit them hard and fast, before he can react.

Hm.

Hm. There's quite a lot about me you don't know.

Hmm, Amara's harmless

Hmm, bummer.

Hmm?

Hmm? Imagining yourself a hero?

Hmm? Oh. This is Rio.

Hmm.

Hmm.

Hmm.

Hmm.

Hmm.

Hmm.

Hmm.

Hmm.

Hmm.

Hmm.

Hmm.

Hmm.

Hmm.

Hmm.

Hmm.

Hmm.

Hmm.

Hmm.

Hmm.

Hmm. But they share a taste for the finer Noxian spirits,

Hmm. Fascinating.

Hmm. First, I have to save Viktor.

Hmm. For too long has the underground been left unchecked.

Hmm. Stubborn to the end

Hmm. These people have nothing new to offer me.

Hmm. We really have descended to anarchy.

Hmm. Willing to risk exile for your endeavor.

Hmm. You couldn't do so earlier today, how is tonight any different?

Hmm…

Hmm… That's a serious accusation.

Hmm… Undercity's gonna eat you alive.

Hmm… Would she?

Hold on!

Holy sprockets.

Hoping maybe the wind or a bird might knock it down.

Hound of the Underground.

How about you go for a little walk, Marcus?

How about you just give Huck the rest of what you owe him,

How about you share a little taste of your treasure there

How are you feeling?

How can anyone have so much stuff?

How can anyone not know that? Where did you find this?

How can I say no to such an auspicious offer?

How could I have…

How could they be so stupid?

How did it come to this?

How did you find me?

How do you intend to prove any of this?

How do you know?

How do you not know if your sister is alive or dead?

How exactly do you propose we go about this?

How long have you been whining?

How long have you had those off?

How many chats have you had with her?

How many problems can one girl cause?

How much time do I have?

How old are you, my boy?

How were you able to accomplish so much so quickly?

How you meant to bring Piltover to heel if you can't handle your own people, huh?

How?

How'd you find me?

Huh?

Huh?

Huh?

Huh.

Huh.

Huh.

Huh.

Huh. Don't remind me.

Huh. Since when's he a Councilor?

Humans don't live for centuries. We can't wait for progress.

I agree with them.

I agree.

I almost drowned in these waters.

I also told you time and time again, the Northside's off limits.

I always heard you.

I am afraid.

I am your family. Everyone else betrays us.

I ask the Council's forgiveness, and I hope that I can continue my studies.

I assume you've heard.

I believe Councilor Medarda is right.

I believe I can save her, but the process will be demanding.

I believe I've discovered something truly incredible.

I believe it's time we gave the beloved founder of our city…

I believe someone should have said that earlier.

I believe that one day,

I believe they came to renown for their design of the…

I believe, if we set aside our greed and arrogance, we can be one again.

I can explain.

I can feel it.

I can feel my body… eroding.

I can fix this.

I can have Miguel tell you where to find her.

I can help them.

I can only imagine the strings she pulled to have me posted here.

I can't believe you'd start a war just to cover your ass.

I can't compromise the safety of the Hexgates for collateral.

I can't determine why.

I can't do it. Just… give it to the doctor.

I can't do that.

I can't do that. I can't do that!

I can't figure out why it's not working.

I can't leave her again.

I can't let you leave with them.

I can't lose you.

I can't lose you.

I can't make this go away for you unless you give me something to work with

I charged him double price. Sucker.

I could get it for you. Just not from in here.

I could have you arrested.

I could've convinced the Council.

I could've handled those brats.

I couldn't blame you.

I couldn't endure the look in your eyes whenever I made the decisions,

I couldn't have done it without you.

I didn't do anything. She's crazy.

I didn't have the benefits of a patron or a name.

I didn't know if I could trust you.

I didn't know you were an artist.

I didn't know. Marcus never told me she was in Stillwater.

I didn't lose her! They took her.

I didn't realize you were so close.

I didn't want her to start crying and wake my parents up, so…

I do have other matters, so if you'll excuse me…

I do love a good conundrum.

I do.

I don't believe that for a second.

I don't even know where to take it.

I don't even know your name.

I don't have to. I just need to scare them.

I don't know how I'm gonna get there with my leg busted, and, well…

I don't know how we can.

I don't know where you'd have preferred.

I don't know.

I don't know.

I don't know. Back where I came from?

I don't know. But I need to help him.

I don't know. He was after the stuff.

I don't know. I didn't do anything.

I don't know. I… It doesn't matter.

I don't need charity, Councilor. Yours or my parents'.

I don't need favors

I don't need time.

I don't suppose you can explain why it is that I'm hearing about an explosion

I don't think it's gonna hold! Look at the buildup!

I expect better from you than excuses.

I expected something… younger.

I feel like you and I got off on the wrong arm.

I fell short of Medarda standards.

I found this on one of the Firelights.

I gave you life.

I get my face bashed in, and she just gets a pass?

I give you credit for your stunt, boy.

I got confused, that's all.

I got it.

I got more in common with cave lice than Jinx.

I got one more thing to show you.

I grew up knowing I'm less than them, that my place is down there.