Summary:
“The tables have turned, a new transmutation circle,” continues the battle between the Homunculi and Briggs’ soldiers. The chapter opens with Edward and Major Armstrong fighting the Sloth, a Homunculus known for its immense strength and speed.Meanwhile, Scar and Mei Chang, Princess of Xing, arrive at the battle site. Scar is determined to get revenge on the Homunculi for the genocide of his people and the destruction of his home, Ishval.As the battle rages, it is clear that the Homunculi are more powerful than the Briggs soldiers and are quickly gaining the upper hand. But when all seems lost, there is a surprising twist.The Briggs soldiers reveal that they have created a new transmutation ring that they use to enhance their weapons and give them an edge in battle. This changes the course of the fight and the Homunculi are taken by surprise.The chapter ends with Edward realizing the significance of this new transmutation ring and how it could potentially change the course of the war. He declares that he must find a way to use this new power to defeat the Homunculi once and for all.Overall, Fullmetal Alchemist Chapter 77 is a fast-paced and action-packed installment that sets the stage for the final battle between the Briggs soldiers and the Homunculi.