Fullmetal Alchemist, Vol. 1

Breaking the laws of nature is a serious crime!

In an alchemical ritual gone wrong, Edward Elric lost his arm and his leg, and his brother Alphonse became nothing but a soul in a suit of armor. Equipped with mechanical "auto-mail" limbs, Edward becomes a State Alchemist, seeking the one thing that can restore their bodies—the legendary Philosopher's Stone.

Alchemy is the mystical power to alter the natural world; something between magic, art, and science. The world has been ravaged by the abuse of alchemy. Now Edward is an agent of the government, a slave of the military-alchemical complex, using his unique powers to obey orders—even to kill. In pursuit of the ultimate alchemical treasure, the brothers face enemies even more ruthless than they are.