Difference between Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood & Fullmetal Alchemist

Highlights

1. Fullmetal Alchemist and Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood are two adaptations of the same manga series, with slight differences in story and ending.
2. Fullmetal Alchemist aired first in 2003-2004, while Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood aired later in 2009-2010.
3. Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood is said to follow the story and plot of the manga more closely, while Fullmetal Alchemist is known for having more lively and intense characters.

Introduction

The anime series Fullmetal Alchemist and Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood are both adaptations of the popular manga Full Metal Alchemist. While they are based on the same story, there are many differences between the two series.

Fullmetal Alchemist (FMA)

FMA, which aired from 2003 to 2004, is the first anime adaptation of the manga. The story revolves around two brothers who use alchemy to try to bring back their dead mother and recover their lost bodies. The manga and the animated series gained popularity in Japan.

Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood (FMAB)

FMAB, which aired from 2009 to 2010, is the second adaptation of the Full Metal Alchemist manga. It consists of 64 episodes and was produced by Bones studio. The series has a slightly different story and ending compared to the first adaptation because the manga was still ongoing. Sho Aikawa wrote and illustrated FMAB, with guidance from Hiromu Arakawa, the writer of the first series.

Differences between Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood and Fullmetal Alchemist

– FMA is the first TV adaptation, while FMAB is the second adaptation.
– FMA was written and illustrated by Hiromu Arakawa, while FMAB was written and illustrated by Sho Aikawa.
– FMA aired in 51 episodes, while FMAB aired in 64 episodes.
– The endings of the two series are different due to the ongoing manga.
– Some characters appear in FMA but not in FMAB.
– In FMAB, the two brothers succeed in getting their bodies back, but not in FMA.
– FMAB is said to follow the manga’s story and plot more closely than FMA.
– FMAB uses more advanced techniques and is considered visually better by some fans.
– However, some fans find the story and characters of FMA to be more lively and intense.