"Before the network, there was the fleet. Before diplomacy, there
were soldiers! Our influence stopped the Rachni, but before that we
held the line! Our influence stopped the Krogan, but before that, we
held the line! Our influence will stop Saren; in the battle today, we
will hold the line!"
"Spectres are not trained, but chosen. Individuals forged in the fire of service and battle; those whose actions elevate them above the rank and file."
"Spectres are an ideal a symbol. The embodiment of courage, determination, and self-reliance. They are the right-hand of the Council, instruments of our will."
"Spectres bear a great burden. They are protectors of galactic peace, both our first and last line of defense. The safety of the galaxy is theirs to uphold."
I have an unholy obsession with Mass Effect
I also had part of "The Demon of Razgriz" Poem from Ace Combat 5 memorized, but I forgot it now.