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Nyaa metal alchemist 20031/4/2024 ![]() Now unlike many, the fact that the original adaptation didn't follow the manga for much of its run was something that I wasn't overly concerned about, and there's a very good reason for this too. fans are currently raving about the new series of Full Metal Alchemist, especially as it is an almost direct adaptation of the manga, however in the light of all this new found glory, the original adaptation has become the topic of much debate and controversy, especially by those who once praised the show for being something. Or is it simply a case of people not seeing what they don't want to see, especially if there something new and shiny to watch? Isn't it strange then, that such a well known human trait can so easily be mistaken for something else entirely? What one does with their obsession though, well, therein lies an altogether different proposition, especially as people often define their "obsessions" in terms of what they love and hate, or even what brings them hope and fear. Obsession is a very strange thing indeed, and may be one of the few human traits that so clearly falls between heaven and hell. However, the Elric brothers soon discover that there is more to the legendary stone than meets the eye, as they are led to the epicenter of a far darker battle than they could have ever imagined. Edward hopes to draw into the military's resources to find the fabled stone and restore his and Alphonse's bodies to normal. The fabled mythical object is rumored to be capable of amplifying an alchemist's abilities by leaps and bounds, thus allowing them to override the fundamental law of alchemy: to gain something, an alchemist must sacrifice something of equal value. With his supreme alchemy skills, Edward binds Alphonse's soul to a large suit of armor.Ī year later, Edward, now promoted to the fullmetal alchemist of the state, embarks on a journey with his younger brother to obtain the Philosopher's Stone. But it is time well worth spending.Edward Elric, a young, brilliant alchemist, has lost much in his twelve-year life: when he and his brother Alphonse try to resurrect their dead mother through the forbidden act of human transmutation, Edward loses his brother as well as two of his limbs. Of course, you will have to invest a lot of time - 51 half hour episodes and a movie means 26 hours or so of viewing. Whilst there are obviously anime elements (the look, fighting segments) the story and, above all, the willingness to shock the audience by hurting and killing characters we have come to know and admire, make Fullmetal Alchemist well worth your time. And just when you think you're getting a handle on it, something comes along that shocks you in such a way you are left thinking about it for days to come. The good are, in fact, capable of deeds of great evil, and the bad are often doing what they do for good reasons. ![]() Yet, few are what they seem and you cannot trust anybody. As the story gradually unfolds, you are drawn ever deeper into a believable alternative world where magic replaces science and its practitioners (Alchemists) are held in high esteem. Whilst most anime is an acquired taste, falling into the fighting (think Dragonball or Bleach) magical girl (Sailor Moon) or romantic (Chobits) genres, Fullmetal Alchemist rises above all this. ![]()
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