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The Best Quotes From 'Dune: Prophecy,' Ranked By Fans
Set 10,000 years before the rise of Paul Atreides, Dune: Prophecy lets the Harkonnen sisters - Valya (Emily Watson) and Tula (Olivia Williams) - shine as audiences discover how the infamous Bene Gesserit sisterhood came to be. In addition to this, the troubled history between the Houses of Atreides and Harkonnen gets unpacked further, making viewers wonder if everything they thought to be true might have been a twisted narrative.
In typical HBO style, Dune: Prophecy proves to be high drama sprinkled with a side dish of sci-fi. It's never boring, that's for sure, so let's take a look at the best quotes from this blockbuster series. And don't forget to vote up your favorites here!
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1'The Sisterhood Draws Women From Many Worlds To Advance Our Species And Govern The Future.'
Who Says It? Valya Harkonnen
Despite the deceit featured on Dune: Prophecy, Valya speaks the truth here. The Sisterhood calls upon many to do their bidding and advance their cause. That said, some are better suited than others.
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2'There Is A War Hidden In Plain Sight.'
Who Says It? Desmond Hart
While Emperor Corrino fears the betrayal of other Houses and their members, Desmond warns him about what he's missing that's right under his nose: The Sisterhood. But will the emperor listen?
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3'If I Lose Control Of Arrakis, The Great Houses Would Feed Me To The Worm.'
Who Says It? Emperor Javicco Corrino
Emperor Corrino speaks to Desmond Hart about the consequences of him losing his power. The worm, of course, is in reference to the infamous sandworm creature from Dune. Let's say it never says no to a snack.
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4'Consider Me A True Believer.'
Who Says It? Emperor Javicco Corrino
After Desmond Hart demonstrates his power to Emperor Corrino, the ruler of the Imperium believes in what he's capable of. Honestly, it's probably for the best that the emperor doesn't upset Desmond too much either.
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5'There Are Secrets We Have Gone To Great Lengths To Keep.'
Who Says It? Tula Harkonnen
Throughout their history, the Sisterhood listens and observes everything. They know the secrets of emperors and people of power as they have served as their closest advisors. If knowledge is power, they might be the most powerful individuals in Dune: Prophecy.
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6'The Imperium Is A Circus Of Fear And Rumor.'
Who Says It? Emperor Javicco Corrino
Emperor Corrino feels his power slipping because of the events that happen in the Imperium. He tries to maintain control, but there are too many nefarious elements whispering in the halls and fearmongering.
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7'I'm Surrounded By Vipers.'
Who Says It? Emperor Javicco Corrino
Emperor Corrino begins to doubt everyone, wondering what their true intentions are. However, as the saying goes: When you come for the king, you better not miss.
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8'The Imperium Is Fragile.'
Who Says It? Valya Harkonnen
Whenever someone sees a gap to assume power, they take it in these types of shows. For Valya, she notices that Emperor Javicco Corrino's influence appears to wane; therefore, making it the right time for the Sisterhood to strike.
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9'I Run A School For Young Women. We're Not A Threat To Anyone.'
Who Says It? Valya Harkonnen
Ah, there it is. The Harkonnen treachery. How Valya is able to lie with such a straight face is remarkable.
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10'To Wipe Out Every Trace Of The Sisters From Our World.'
Who Says It? Desmond Hart
Every character in Dune: Prophecy holds their own particular motivation. When Valya asks Desmond what he wants, he doesn't deceive her. Instead, he tells her that he plans on destroying the Sisterhood.
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