Story:
For someone who watched the 2003 version,I would say that nothing could beat the storyline of the 2003 version but I was dead wrong. This version follows the manga which in my opinion is what most anime should be like. I am not saying that all adaptions from manga must strictly follow all the details in the manga but this version of Fullmetal Alchemist is exactly how you would imagined it to be like when you read the manga or even better. It is a perfect story coming to life and it will blow you away. It goes by phases which built up the suspense and takes your breathe away each time due to the scale and magnitude of the events. As the story progresses, you will be filled with more questions and you will keep thinking that it couldn't get better but it will,I assure you and that's the main attraction factor, the plot that draws you in,with you wanting to know more and more. The plot twists are placed so well that it's not even plot twists anymore,it's like flowing water which just integrates into your mind and at the end of the story, all your questions are answered, with you taking a different look at life.
Art:
Well,I am no artist and I am not very picky about graphics but I can definitely say that the graphics for this anime is really nice. The flashes and booms are very detailed and yet,it gives you a simple feeling and gets the point across very easily,unlike those complicated graphics and animations that gives you the feeling of what the hell just happened.
Sound:
From explosions to water dripping to even bird chirping,it is really quite detailed. The music really fits the scenes and added an extra layer of enjoyment to the anime. The opening song is also very good,especially opening 4 which is 'Period' by Chemistry.
Character:
The development of the characters are very through and they come together perfectly just like jigsaw pieces,giving a great sense of enjoyment. The feelings of the characters are reflected so well that it's no longer just an anime,you will feel that it's real life and in a real situation.
Enjoyment & Overall:
I put these two together as my answer to both of them are the same. I enjoyed the series a lot and the reasons are what I have stated above and overall,this anime truly deserves credit as it integrates into the mind so well and viewers are sucked into their world and it appeals to all the senses except taste of course. Last but not least,it made me understand the different aspects of life and the true value of life which I think is very meaningful and is done in a very subtle way but yet,it etches in my mind. I hope for those who hasn't watched this anime,after looking at my review,you would go watch it and experience true perfection as I have experienced.
