EP 4

An Alchemist's Anguish

Canon/MED

OSHIMETER

9.6

53 Fans

5star
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READTHROUGH

Contains spoilers • 6 scenes • 2 min read

QUICK TAKES

EPISODE CONTEXT

Following the Elrics' confrontation with Father Cornello's fraudulent alchemy in Liore, this episode escalates the series' central question — what moral lines should alchemists never cross — from abstract philosophy to visceral reality. It directly bridges into Episode 5, 'Rain of Sorrows,' where the emotional fallout continues and the brothers face consequences that will shape their journey for the entire series. At episode 4 of 64, Brotherhood is establishing its emotional foundation early, making clear this isn't just an action-adventure show.

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EP 4

An Alchemist's Anguish

Canon/MED

OSHIMETER

9.6

53 Fans

5star
4star
3star
2star
1star
PacingVisualWritingEmo ImpactSoundtrack

EPISODE CONTEXT

Following the Elrics' confrontation with Father Cornello's fraudulent alchemy in Liore, this episode escalates the series' central question — what moral lines should alchemists never cross — from abstract philosophy to visceral reality. It directly bridges into Episode 5, 'Rain of Sorrows,' where the emotional fallout continues and the brothers face consequences that will shape their journey for the entire series. At episode 4 of 64, Brotherhood is establishing its emotional foundation early, making clear this isn't just an action-adventure show.

READTHROUGH

Contains spoilers • 6 scenes • 2 min read

QUICK TAKES

©荒川弘/鋼の錬金術師製作委員会・MBS

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