- Henchman: The fiend is behind a monstrous plot to control whole nations. What happened in Linchuria is but a small demonstration of his powers!
- [describing the Lighning's modus operandi]
- Lt. Tom Grayson: It is my belief, sir, that a method has been found to charge an aerial torpedo with an immense amount of electricity, which upon striking at its target is immediately released.
- Lt. Tom Grayson: There's a monster to be tracked down! A fiend who can menace the entire world with his diabolical machine!
- Ben Warfield: Take it easy, Tom. You'll need *clues*.
- Lt. Tom Grayson: [to the Captain after he's captured Henchman Ellis] This man should be placed under guard, Captain. He's a desperate character!