A while ago, I wrote about the Fullmetal Alchemist anime series. I mentioned that I found it much more fulfilling than traditional anime fare because it touched on social issues, and presented very human characters in a variety of situations that allowed them to grow.
Lately, I’ve been reading the series over at OneManga. It moves slower than the anime, which is to be expected since the anime was a closed story arc, while the manga is open-ended, but it’s still exciting and touching to read.
I just came across one scene that is well crafted, both in terms of its position in the local narrative, as well as the art. It highlights both the limitation of the Elrics’ Alchemy, and the tragedy that they must feel every day, which drives them to find a way to break the laws of nature.
Maybe I’m just a softie, but I can’t help but be moved by such a powerful scene. I only wish I could write as well as this.
2 replies on “Another reflection on FMA”
Woah! I didn’t know you’re into FMA! 😀
I absolutely adore Fullmetal Alchemist. I have to agree on you that I tend to get all touchy and cried at some scene. I still have yet to read the manga and they’re still on going too!
The theme song “Bratja” (means Brother) is so beautiful and it really reflects the bond between the two brother.
Aaah~ I’m still in love with the tiny, short Ed! XD
Yeah, I got into it while looking for some steampunk reading/viewing (it’s not really steampunk).
The anime series was good, and the movie was ok. As I said above, it’s really interesting reading the manga. At the point where I’ve got to, a whole bunch of the anime seems not to have happened, so I’m assuming it was either made up for the anime (which is cool – good to have things different), or put out of order.