The weight of a silver pocket watch is far heavier than any twelve year old should ever have to carry. After enduring unimaginable trials, Edward Elric has finally achieved the impossible by passing the grueling State Alchemist exam. While high ranking military officers offer their formal congratulations to the boy who will soon be known as the Fullmetal Alchemist, the true gravity of his mission remains hidden behind his determined gaze. Alongside his brother Alphonse, whose soul is bound to a massive suit of armor, Edward prepares to step into a world filled with both wonder and devastating peril. Their journey is born from a shared tragedy, fueling a desperate search to reclaim what was lost during a forbidden human transmutation that changed their lives forever. In the shadows of this success, Shou Tucker faces the sting of failure, vowing to return next year with results that will eventually haunt the history of alchemy. This special manga, known as Hagane no Renkinjutsushi 0, was originally created as a bonus for live action film theatergoers. It offers a rare glimpse into the early moments that shaped the Elric brothers into legends, balancing lighthearted comedy and heavy drama in a timeless adventure.

Fullmetal Alchemist, Edward Elric, Alphonse Elric, State Alchemist, Shonen Manga, Hiromu Arakawa, Equivalent Exchange, Fullmetal Alchemist 0, Anime Manga, Shou Tucker