Who said id like to put on war paint and be a savage and why is it important lord o the flies?

The quote "I'd like to put on war paint and be a savage" was said by Jack in "Lord of the Flies". It is important because it signifies Jack's descent into savagery as he becomes increasingly obsessed with power and dominance on the island, leading to the breakdown of order and civilization among the boys. This quote highlights the theme of the loss of innocence and the destructive nature of unchecked human impulses.