Full Metal Alchemist Brotherhood It is a work that is characterized by deep messages and unforgettable moments. The ability to grab the attention of the audience arises primarily from the complex characterization of the characters and how their actions fit into and influence the fantastic and terrible world of Hiromu Arakawa.

Keeping most of the characters in tune with what has been established from the start or from their first appearance, an extravagant and completely unpredictable element is perfectly portrayed by Zolf J. Kimbly. Nickname Crimson Alchemist, Kimbly acts for itself, choosing the faction that he deems most convenient to achieve his goals. Veteran of the Ishval Civil War, where he is particularly sadistic and violent, it is precisely under these circumstances that one understands the sadistic soul of Kimbly who Make explosions just for fun.

Even by Ishval's war standards, Kimbly will prove to be a war machine, a cruel killer amused by the bloodshed and losses, and ready to kill his comrades to keep a philosopher's stone. Captured and imprisoned for years, he kept the stone in his stomach only to be released by the homunculus envy. Fortunately for Kimbly, Father's plan required an alchemist of his caliber, the Envy even gave a stronger stone.

Of course, Kimbly wasn't the least bit interested in father's power games, but freedom allowed him Hunt down one of the few Ishvalians who survived the war, Scar. After tracking him down and following him to the cold north, the two collided on a train. The confrontation left Kimbly dead, and when he reached Fort Briggs and regained shape, the alchemist decided to include Ed and Winry in the search for Scar.

However, Edward will defy the plan and risk being killed by Kimbly's incredible power, which is also reinforced by the energy of the Philosopher's Stone. Despite his obsessive search the Crimson Alchemist will never meet Scar again. On the day of the promise, Kimbly instead faced Alphonse, who stayed with Pride to keep him under control. Mortally wounded by the Heinkel chimera, Kimbly was absorbed into the homunculusonly to reappear later and demonstrate the strength of his personality that has not merged with the souls of Pride, and even manages to stop the latter as he tries to absorb Ed's body.

Zolf J. Kimbly has always followed his goals and only considered his vision of the world and his needs. L 'Crimson Alchemist represents a unique and unpredictable element, but still extremely influential, in the great power games of the world created by Hiromu Arakawa.

Remember that the Elric Brothers received a majestic collectible statue, and we'll leave you to rank the seven homunculus, from weakest to strongest.

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