Name: Edward Elric Canon: Full Metal Alchemist (Brotherhood, Manga) Age: 16 Gender: Male Canon Point: before the final fight with Father Background Link:Edward & Canon Inventory:
“A lesson without pain is meaningless. That's because no one can gain without sacrificing something. But by enduring that pain and overcoming it, he shall obtain a powerful, unmatched heart. A fullmetal heart.”
When one first meets Ed, he can seem like a hot-tempered, headstrong, and stubborn fellow. He can be extremely impulsive and judgmental on first sight, and although he might have good intentions, he will come to blows with anyone who stands against him. He has very strong opinions, and can be a bit arrogant and big-headed if he’s left unchecked. This isn’t to say he’s this way all the time -- in fact, he can be an incredibly loyal, patient and caring person when put to task. He struggles most with his temper when his height is called into question, or he runs into someone with a like personality.
Beyond his more childish attributes, Ed is extremely intelligent and talented. He was able to perform advanced alchemy at a very young age, and even managed to attempt a human transmutation, and bind his brother’s soul to a suit of armor. These are skills that not even the most adept alchemists have, and although the Elric brothers’ attempts to save their mother ultimately failed, the fact that they managed to achieve it and not kill themselves is a feat in and of itself. He was ten years old when he attempted this, and after he was fitted with automail and given another chance at seeking to get his and his brother’s body back, he applied (and was accepted) to be a State Alchemist, quickly becoming the youngest State Alchemist Amestris had seen.
Ed is extremely bright and often can see answers or solutions, can solve puzzles or queries, faster than the average person. He works quickly and thoroughly, with a keen eye for detail. Because he works so differently from most, it can cause conflict, especially if those around him are unable to keep up with his train of thought. Sometimes, Ed doesn’t even explain how he came to an answer, or explain where they are going or why until long after they have begun to travel. He has a very distinct style of working, and again the impulsiveness plays a huge role in this. He likes answers, and likes to be on the move constantly seeking answers. He does not do well with an idle mind. Alphonse helps keeps him focused and grounded, does not let him lose himself to his thoughts and dreams too often, making sure that Ed realizes they’re both part of a team, not just one fighting to avenge the other.
Despite his quick temper, Edward means well. His intentions, though not always clear, are almost wholly on the good side. He does not like hurting people, intentionally or accidentally. In fact, when presented with options along his journey, there are many easier options that include killing or hurting hundreds of people. He could just as easily agree to take the easier, selfish path, but intentionally takes a more difficult road, not wanting anyone to be hurt by his hand.
Even when he gets into squabbles with people, he never truly wants to hurt anyone. In fact, he often finds a way of making up for his faults, and is extremely willing to assist others when he can. We can see this side of Ed more clearly with Alphonse, to whom he is extremely gentle and warm, doing everything he can to seek a better life for his brother. It is his anger and idea of self-importance that often covers up his own fears and insecurities. He does not do well revealing weaknesses, and does not like to open up to those around him. He does not like to put anymore weight no the shoulders of those around them, and instead tries to shoulder his own burdens, to a fault.
It is this stubbornness that is perhaps the strongest character trait Edward has. While in many cases, it can be of a great benefit to him, it can also be his greatest downfall. He is able to commit and stick to an idea or path better than most -- his determination and stubbornness work hand in hand when it comes time to complete tasks for figure out a solution to a problem. Sometimes, however, this stubbornness and prideful behavior can land him into trouble. He is unable to see that perhaps his path is not always the best or right one, and it’s his own insecurities that bring this to the forefront. He does not like failure, however, does not like to be talked down to or on the losing team, so he can sometimes be talked out of his strong willed ideas, but usually he has to learn from his own mistakes.
For those who can talk Ed down, cool him off and make him see the world around him in a new light, it’s a great privilege to earn his trust. Although not necessarily a distrusting young man. Edward has seen a lot of pain and hurt in his life. He is extremely protective of his friends, and his friend-made family. Those he keeps around him are very important to him, and give him a humility that, without them, he would not have. Alphonse, in particular, helps form Ed into a gentler person. Without his brother, Ed would lack all drive and focus, but it is Ed’s love for Alphonse that keeps him going.
Alphonse gives him a sensitivity to the world around him that he might not otherwise have. Be it to save a cat, to help a starving man on the street, a girl who is lost to grief, Ed is always inclined to be kind first (assuming he is not attacked or affronted first) and will do everything in his power to make even the briefest of acquaintances happy. But it is his duty to Al that is both beneficial, keeping him grounded, but could just as easily spur him to the dramatic. Ed will go to all ends to insure that Alphonse gets his body back. He considers it his own fault that Al is trapped in a suit of armor, and even if it means giving up his own life, or more body parts, he will do anything to help his younger brother, both out of loyalty and a need for justice.
Ed’s sense of justice is especially strong -- paired with his stubbornness, he strives to do what he believes is right. He wants nothing but peace and equality, at the end of it all. He is a hard worker, studious, impulsive and fiery, but all of these things are a part of the big heart he has, and the compassion he shares not only for his brother and their mission, but for the world around them.
Flavor Abilities: Edward has an arm and leg made out of automail. They will not give him any extra strength in game, only stand in as prosthetics. The automail does not do the best in the cold, but is not impossible to manage. He also has impressive fighting skills for his age, though these are rarely used outside of self defense. Edward also practices Alchemy in his home world and is exceptionally good at it, though he will unable to use it in Norfinbury. Although he cannot use his alchemy, he has a broad scientific and chemical knowledge as well.
Suitability: Ed in particular is not immune to horror, but has experienced a great deal of it in his life. I am interested in seeing how he interacts in the setting without his alchemy. Also, he has a natural tendency to want to fix things, or to find solutions, so he will be prone to pretty diverse CR, both positive and negative. The one thing he may struggle with is his automail and the cold temperatures -- the metal can be uncomfortable when cold, and in bitterly cold temperatures, can even damage his skin if he isn't careful. It will slow him down and create some interesting tension for him as a character, and could be a unique way for him to meet people.
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Name: Edward Elric
Canon: Full Metal Alchemist (Brotherhood, Manga)
Age: 16
Gender: Male
Canon Point: before the final fight with Father
Background Link: Edward & Canon
Inventory:
✧ a State Alchemist's pocket watch
✧ a leather bound journal with notes in it
✧ this outfit
Personality:
When one first meets Ed, he can seem like a hot-tempered, headstrong, and stubborn fellow. He can be extremely impulsive and judgmental on first sight, and although he might have good intentions, he will come to blows with anyone who stands against him. He has very strong opinions, and can be a bit arrogant and big-headed if he’s left unchecked. This isn’t to say he’s this way all the time -- in fact, he can be an incredibly loyal, patient and caring person when put to task. He struggles most with his temper when his height is called into question, or he runs into someone with a like personality.
Beyond his more childish attributes, Ed is extremely intelligent and talented. He was able to perform advanced alchemy at a very young age, and even managed to attempt a human transmutation, and bind his brother’s soul to a suit of armor. These are skills that not even the most adept alchemists have, and although the Elric brothers’ attempts to save their mother ultimately failed, the fact that they managed to achieve it and not kill themselves is a feat in and of itself. He was ten years old when he attempted this, and after he was fitted with automail and given another chance at seeking to get his and his brother’s body back, he applied (and was accepted) to be a State Alchemist, quickly becoming the youngest State Alchemist Amestris had seen.
Ed is extremely bright and often can see answers or solutions, can solve puzzles or queries, faster than the average person. He works quickly and thoroughly, with a keen eye for detail. Because he works so differently from most, it can cause conflict, especially if those around him are unable to keep up with his train of thought. Sometimes, Ed doesn’t even explain how he came to an answer, or explain where they are going or why until long after they have begun to travel. He has a very distinct style of working, and again the impulsiveness plays a huge role in this. He likes answers, and likes to be on the move constantly seeking answers. He does not do well with an idle mind. Alphonse helps keeps him focused and grounded, does not let him lose himself to his thoughts and dreams too often, making sure that Ed realizes they’re both part of a team, not just one fighting to avenge the other.
Despite his quick temper, Edward means well. His intentions, though not always clear, are almost wholly on the good side. He does not like hurting people, intentionally or accidentally. In fact, when presented with options along his journey, there are many easier options that include killing or hurting hundreds of people. He could just as easily agree to take the easier, selfish path, but intentionally takes a more difficult road, not wanting anyone to be hurt by his hand.
Even when he gets into squabbles with people, he never truly wants to hurt anyone. In fact, he often finds a way of making up for his faults, and is extremely willing to assist others when he can. We can see this side of Ed more clearly with Alphonse, to whom he is extremely gentle and warm, doing everything he can to seek a better life for his brother. It is his anger and idea of self-importance that often covers up his own fears and insecurities. He does not do well revealing weaknesses, and does not like to open up to those around him. He does not like to put anymore weight no the shoulders of those around them, and instead tries to shoulder his own burdens, to a fault.
It is this stubbornness that is perhaps the strongest character trait Edward has. While in many cases, it can be of a great benefit to him, it can also be his greatest downfall. He is able to commit and stick to an idea or path better than most -- his determination and stubbornness work hand in hand when it comes time to complete tasks for figure out a solution to a problem. Sometimes, however, this stubbornness and prideful behavior can land him into trouble. He is unable to see that perhaps his path is not always the best or right one, and it’s his own insecurities that bring this to the forefront. He does not like failure, however, does not like to be talked down to or on the losing team, so he can sometimes be talked out of his strong willed ideas, but usually he has to learn from his own mistakes.
For those who can talk Ed down, cool him off and make him see the world around him in a new light, it’s a great privilege to earn his trust. Although not necessarily a distrusting young man. Edward has seen a lot of pain and hurt in his life. He is extremely protective of his friends, and his friend-made family. Those he keeps around him are very important to him, and give him a humility that, without them, he would not have. Alphonse, in particular, helps form Ed into a gentler person. Without his brother, Ed would lack all drive and focus, but it is Ed’s love for Alphonse that keeps him going.
Alphonse gives him a sensitivity to the world around him that he might not otherwise have. Be it to save a cat, to help a starving man on the street, a girl who is lost to grief, Ed is always inclined to be kind first (assuming he is not attacked or affronted first) and will do everything in his power to make even the briefest of acquaintances happy. But it is his duty to Al that is both beneficial, keeping him grounded, but could just as easily spur him to the dramatic. Ed will go to all ends to insure that Alphonse gets his body back. He considers it his own fault that Al is trapped in a suit of armor, and even if it means giving up his own life, or more body parts, he will do anything to help his younger brother, both out of loyalty and a need for justice.
Ed’s sense of justice is especially strong -- paired with his stubbornness, he strives to do what he believes is right. He wants nothing but peace and equality, at the end of it all. He is a hard worker, studious, impulsive and fiery, but all of these things are a part of the big heart he has, and the compassion he shares not only for his brother and their mission, but for the world around them.
Flavor Abilities: Edward has an arm and leg made out of automail. They will not give him any extra strength in game, only stand in as prosthetics. The automail does not do the best in the cold, but is not impossible to manage. He also has impressive fighting skills for his age, though these are rarely used outside of self defense. Edward also practices Alchemy in his home world and is exceptionally good at it, though he will unable to use it in Norfinbury. Although he cannot use his alchemy, he has a broad scientific and chemical knowledge as well.
Suitability: Ed in particular is not immune to horror, but has experienced a great deal of it in his life. I am interested in seeing how he interacts in the setting without his alchemy. Also, he has a natural tendency to want to fix things, or to find solutions, so he will be prone to pretty diverse CR, both positive and negative. The one thing he may struggle with is his automail and the cold temperatures -- the metal can be uncomfortable when cold, and in bitterly cold temperatures, can even damage his skin if he isn't careful. It will slow him down and create some interesting tension for him as a character, and could be a unique way for him to meet people.
RP Samples: one & two.