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How to Search Through the Card Database
Search for your favorite Fullmetal Alchemist characters in the Union Arena card list database. These are the Japanese FMA cards translated to english.
You can search by name, set, rarity, or card number. Each card will show you a detailed description when you tap on the image.
If you’re not already familiar with the Union Arena TCG list of rarities and sets you can read the full collector’s guide here.
What is FMA?
Fullmetal Alchemist is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Hiromu Arakawa that was serialized from 2001 to 2010. The story follows two brothers, Edward and Alphonse Elric, who live in a world where alchemy is a scientific technique used to alter matter.
After attempting forbidden human transmutation to resurrect their deceased mother —Edward loses his left leg while Alphonse loses his entire body. Edward sacrifices his right arm to bind Alphonse’s soul to a suit of armor, and later receives mechanical automail limbs. The brothers embark on a journey to find the Philosopher’s Stone to restore their bodies, becoming entangled in a nationwide conspiracy that threatens their entire country.
The manga was adapted into two distinct anime series. The first, simply titled “Fullmetal Alchemist,” aired from 2003-2004 and was produced by Bones studio. This adaptation was created while the manga was still ongoing, leading to an original storyline that diverged significantly from the source material.
The second adaptation, “Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood,” aired from 2009-2010 and follows the manga’s plot more faithfully. Both adaptations received critical acclaim, though Brotherhood is often cited as the more definitive version due to its adherence to Arakawa’s complete story.
What makes Fullmetal Alchemist particularly noteworthy is that series explores profound concepts like equivalent exchange, the ethics of scientific advancement, religious and political corruption, genocide, and the definition of humanity itself.
These serious themes are balanced with moments of genuine shonen humor. The series is also celebrated for its well-developed female characters, intricate worldbuilding that draws inspiration from European history (particularly early 20th century Germany), and its unique magic system grounded in scientific principles.
