Episode 8: “The Philosopher's Stone”
- 8 of 51
- November 22, 2003
- 24 min
- Aired
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| Series | Fullmetal Alchemist |
|---|---|
| Episode | 8 of 51 |
| Japanese | 賢者の石 |
| Original air date | November 22, 2003 |
| Episode length | 24 min |
| Studio | Bones |
| Previous episode | Episode 7: “Night of the Chimera's Cry” |
| Next episode | Episode 9: “Be Thou for the People ("The Dog of the Military's Silver Watch")” |
| Streaming | Netflix, Hulu |
“The Philosopher's Stone” is episode 8 of the anime Fullmetal Alchemist. It first aired on November 22, 2003.
Summary
The summary below describes what happens in this episode.
Edward resigns as a State Alchemist after the events with the Tuckers. Winry arrives in the city to congratulate Edward on his commission. Meanwhile, a serial killer is still on the loose, and Colonel Hughes is searching for leads. Edward and Alphonse are concerned for Winry's safety.
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Music in this episode
- OP 1“Melissa” — Porno GraffittiAnimeThemes
- ED 1“Kesenai Tsumi”AnimeThemes
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About the series
This fantasy adventure series follows two brothers on a journey to restore their bodies after a failed attempt to bring their mother back to life through alchemy. The story explores themes of sacrifice, redemption, and the consequences of playing with forces beyond human control. The brothers' quest for the…
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