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'Fullmetal Alchemist' to launch Webtoon edition in full colour from May 7

'Fullmetal Alchemist' to launch Webtoon edition in full colour from May 7

Express Tribune9 hours ago
Fullmetal Alchemist will officially debut on the English-language Webtoon platform on May 7, bringing Hiromu Arakawa's acclaimed manga to a wider digital audience. The release will feature the series in full colour and restructured for Webtoon's vertical-scroll format.
According to Anime News Network, this adaptation is seen as a significant moment for the franchise, which has continued to attract fans more than a decade after its conclusion.
The new format is designed to introduce Edward and Alphonse Elric's story to a mobile-first audience, providing a new way to engage with Arakawa's detailed storytelling and artwork.
The move to Webtoon includes recolouring the original black-and-white pages and adapting the layout to suit mobile reading habits.
While some long-time readers may have concerns about the format change, others may welcome the opportunity to experience the story with new pacing and accessibility.
Fullmetal Alchemist originally ran from 2001 to 2010 in Monthly Shōnen Gangan and has been widely praised for its world-building and moral complexity.
The series inspired two anime adaptations, including Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, as well as films and spin-offs.
The Webtoon release aligns with the rise of digital comic consumption, offering a gateway for new readers while giving existing fans another way to enjoy the series.
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