Hiromu Arakawa created the anime series Fullmetal Alchemist. It is based on an ongoing manga series, with the first volumes published as graphic novels. The story revolves around the adventures of two brothers, Edward and Alphonse Elric. They’re looking for the Philosopher’s Stone, which will allow them to reclaim their bodies after a failed attempt to use alchemy to bring their mother back to life.
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Fullmetal Alchemist Plot
The plot follows the Elric brothers, Edward and Alphonse, as they try to bring their mother back to life using alchemy. Alphonse loses his body in the process, and Edward loses his leg; Edward attaches Alphonse’s soul to a suit of armor to save it. They both set off on a journey in order to find the Philosopher’s Stone.
In an alternate world, the Fullmetal Alchemist series is set in the fictional country of Amestris, where alchemy is one of the most advanced scientific techniques. Alchemy is also frequently used as a weapon by the military and is similar to modern-day weaponry.
Fullmetal Alchemist’s manga is still in progress, and the story hasn’t been entirely converted into an anime series yet. Filler episodes (which have no bearing on the overall plot) have been added to the series to make it longer. Fans of the series typically feel that these fillers are unnecessary. Many appear to be made to extend the run time rather than to advance the story or develop characters.
How Much Filler is in Fullmetal Alchemist?
The Fullmetal Alchemist manga series is still ongoing, with over 50 volumes published to date, and the story is being converted in English by Viz Media.
In Fullmetal Alchemist, there are a total of 6% filler episodes.
Quick Filler & Canon Lists
Canon Episodes
1-3, 5-9, 11-36, 38-51