Summary:
“The Last Battle,” is the last chapter of the manga series. The chapter opens with Edward and Alphonse Elric standing in front of the Gate of Truth, a mysterious portal that the two have entered and exited many times during their journey. The brothers are determined to finally close the portal they believe is the root of all the problems they have faced.As they prepare for the final transmutation, they are suddenly interrupted by the arrival of the father, the main antagonist of the series. Father has achieved godlike power through the sacrifice of countless human souls and intends to use his newfound power to reshape the world in his image.A fierce battle ensues between the Elric brothers and their father, with both sides using all their strength and skill to gain the upper hand. Despite their father’s immense power, his brothers are able to outsmart him and use his own arrogance against him.Eventually, the brothers are able to seal the Gate of Truth, but not before sacrificing themselves to do so. As they say goodbye to their friends and loved ones, they express hope that the sacrifices they have made will lead to a better future for all.The chapter ends with an epilogue showing the aftermath of the battle. The world is still recovering from the chaos caused by his father’s actions, but life is slowly returning to normal. The remaining characters, including Winry, Roy Mustang, and Riza Hawkeye, are shown going about their lives, each finding their own way forward. The final panel shows the empty armor of the Elric brothers sitting next to each other as a symbol of their sacrifice and the legacy they left behind.