Question 1

What is the difference between Full Metal Alchemist and Full Metal Alchemist Brotherhood?

Accepted Answer

Fullmetal Alchemist and Brotherhood are two Japanese animation series both written by Hiromu Arakawa. They both have a vast range of differences when observed. The Fullmetal Alchemist is the original series that came out in 2003 and showed its influence on the manga art form whereas Brotherhood is the second adaptation to the same series that came out in 2009.

Question 2

Should I watch Full Metal Alchemit of Full Metal Alchemist Brotherhood?

Accepted Answer

I personally prefer Full Metal Alchemist Brotherhood has it follows the storyplot of the manga. I consider FMA Brotherhood more consistent with regards to the philosophy and hidden messages throughout the story.

Question 3

What are the main differences between FMA and FMA Brotherhood?

Accepted Answer

Fullmetal Alchemist is the pioneer series that first came out in 2003 and features its influence on the Japanese manga art form whereas Brotherhood is the second adaptation of the original Fullmetal Alchemist that was premiered in 2009.
The original Fullmetal Alchemist portrays extensive characters but has less influence of manga whereas Brotherhood has disoriented characters but follows the original manga storyline.
Fullmetal Alchemist is the shorter series consisting of 50 episodes whereas Brotherhood is a relatively longer series that consists of 64 episodes.
There is variation in the use of advanced animations between the two. The Fullmetal Alchemist lacks advanced animations and engaging backgrounds whereas Brotherhood used advanced animations and better color choices that make it visually appealing.
Dante is the central protagonist in the Fullmetal Alchemist whereas Homunculus plays the lead antagonist in the second adaptation Brotherhood.

Question 4

Does Full Metal Alchemist Brotherhood have OVAs?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it does. Full Metal Alchemist Brotherhood has 4 OVAs. All FMA:Brotherhood OVAs are of great quality: they offer a new assortment of stories set in never-before-seen corners of the FMA universe.

Question 5

Does Full Metal Alchemist have OVAs [2003 version]?

Accepted Answer

Also the 2003 version of Full Metal Alchemist has 4 OVAs. These 'mini' episodes are collected inside the Fullmetal Alchemist: Premium OVA Collection: the English DVD, released by Funimation in 2009, containing four original video animations which were not previously available outside of Japan. The OVAs feature the original English voice cast from the first anime series (2003 series). The DVD also contains a number of special features, including the original TV commercial, a textless closing song, and trailers. See the list of Fullmetal Alchemist OVAs for more information.

Question 6

What's the meaning of Flamel symbol in Full Metal Alchemist?

Accepted Answer

The Flamel refers to the mystical and alchemical symbol depicted as a cross with a snake or serpent draped about it, as well as detached wings and a crown above it.In the Fullmetal Alchemist series, the Flamel symbol is the mark depicted (along with wings and a crown above it) on the back of Edward Elric's trademark red coat and on the left shoulder of Alphonse Elric's armor body. Though the manga does not explicitly state how the mark is significant to the Elric brothers, their alchemy teacher, Izumi Curtis also bears the mark, tattooed on her left breast, suggesting that the brothers share their master's alchemic symbol to show their tutelage under her.

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