This is a fantasy manga set in a fictional world where alchemy exists (often described as "dark fantasy" on the book's obi). The story is set in a world inspired by 19th-century industrial revolution-era Europe. Despite being a manga with a dark fantasy theme, it is highly praised for its event scenes, which don't make the atmosphere too gloomy. The comic has sold over 70 million copies, contributing to the sales and circulation of Monthly Shonen Gangan, which had been struggling after losing its major works due to Enix's internal strife. After the series ended, the circulation of Monthly Shonen Gangan dropped significantly, indicating the work's large impact. Furthermore, it was the longest-running series in Monthly Shonen Gangan at the time of its conclusion. The Elric brothers, Edward (Ed) and Alphonse (Al), were born and raised in the rural town of Resembool in the country of Amestris. They are the sons of the renowned alchemist Van Hohenheim and show great talent as alchemists. However, after their father disappeared, their beloved mother, Trisha, who raised them single-handedly, fell ill and passed away. The brothers were captivated by Izumi Curtis, who was visiting Resembool, using alchemy to save people from a flood, and they begged her to take them as disciples. They honed their skills through rigorous tests and harsh training after passing. However, a significant goal was hidden behind this. Unable to accept their mother's death, the brothers attempted the ultimate taboo in alchemy: human transmutation, to resurrect their mother, Trisha. However, the transmutation failed. Ed lost his left leg, and Al lost his entire body. Fearing losing Al as well, Ed sacrificed his right arm to bind Al's soul to a suit of armor from their father's collection. However, Ed, having lost his purpose in life, became like a shell of a person, and Al, unable to feel anything, suffered from a body that couldn't sleep. The two were taken in by Pinako Rockbell, a close friend of their father and an automail mechanic, and began living with their childhood friend, Winry Rockbell. #Hiromu Arakawa #Manga #COMIC #Shonen Used in a manga cafe, with age-related deterioration and store stamps present.