Alphonse Elric
from Fullmetal Alchemist: BrotherhoodPopular character
Alphonse Elric is the gentle soul of Fullmetal Alchemist — a boy whose body was lost to alchemy, his spirit bound to a towering suit of armour as he searches with his brother for a way home.
Background
When the Elric brothers' attempt to revive their mother failed, Al lost his entire body. Edward bound his soul to a hollow suit of armour to save him. Despite his imposing form, Al remains the kinder, calmer of the two — and the moral compass of their journey.
Powers & Abilities
| Ability | What it does |
|---|---|
| Alchemy | A skilled alchemist in his own right, like his brother |
| Armoured body | Feels no pain or fatigue, though he longs to feel again |
| Martial skill | A capable hand-to-hand fighter |
Personality
Kind, patient and empathetic, Al is often the voice of reason to Ed's temper. His quiet grief at having no body — unable to eat, sleep or feel — gives the series its emotional weight.
Relationships
- Edward Elric — his brother and constant companion.
Role in the Story
Alphonse's gentle resolve and his quest to reclaim his body are the beating heart of Fullmetal Alchemist.