Compatibility Analysis
Ling Yao and Alphonse Elric have contrasting personality types. The ESTP and INFP combination requires acknowledging each other's differences as the key to building a relationship.
Ling Yao
Entrepreneur
Ling Yao of Fullmetal Alchemist brilliantly embodies the characteristics of his MBTI type, ESTP (Entrepreneur). ESTPs are action-oriented, realistic, and tend to seek thrills, and Ling also shows bold action in traveling from his home country of Xing to Amestris in search of the law of immortality, and he always responds calmly and resourcefully even in dangerous situations. His journey in Amestris is a series of experiences and problem-solving in the “here and now” that ESTPs prefer. In the work, as the next emperor of Xing, he is a leader with a clear purpose of saving his people from starvation, and behind his elusive attitude lies a deep sense of responsibility. This realistic goal orientation is consistent with the pragmatic side of ESTPs. He builds a cooperative relationship with Edward and Alphonse based on mutual interests, and although he sometimes tries to outwit them, there is a foundation of mutual recognition and trust. In particular, in the struggle over the law of immortality, he shows his readiness to sacrifice his own body and soul, and as a result, he has a dramatic development of merging with Greed. This fusion can be said to be the culmination of his ESTP-like flexibility and adaptability. Ling’s charm lies in his lighthearted words and actions, his wit that can change the situation, and above all, the gap between that and his capacity as a king who thinks of his people, and he plays an important role in bringing depth and humor to the story.
Alphonse Elric
Mediator
Alphonse Elric of Fullmetal Alchemist, contrary to his huge armor, embodies the kindness and idealism of a typical INFP (Mediator). The core of the INFP, Introverted Feeling (Fi), is expressed in his deep empathy, especially his love for small animals including cats, and it supports his behavior pattern of not losing his humanity or kindness even in the harsh fate of his soul being fixed to the armor. In contrast to his brother Edward Elric, he is always a calm and peace-loving being and plays the role of an ethical compass in the world of the work. In contrast to Ed’s impulsive and straightforward personality (often seen as ENTJ or ESTP), Alphonse is in the position of a “conscience” who is thoughtful and stops to consider the feelings of others. The relationship between the brothers is based on Alphonse’s INFP-like receptiveness and deep trust in Ed, and it is the driving force behind their goal of “regaining their original bodies,” which is the motivation for their journey. His charm lies in the gap between his physical greatness and the purity of his soul, and his strong inner values, unique to INFPs, and his unwavering determination to protect them capture the hearts of many readers. He is a rare character who quietly appeals for the importance of holding on to ideals and kindness even in the midst of harsh reality.
Tips for Better Relationship
- • It's important to try to understand each other's way of thinking
- • Accept differences as diversity rather than rejecting them
- • Finding common ground will help close the distance
About Ling Yao and Alphonse Elric's Compatibility
We analyzed the compatibility between Ling Yao (ESTP) and Alphonse Elric (INFP) from 鋼の錬金術師 using MBTI personality theory.
ESTP (Entrepreneur) is characterized by unique traits. Meanwhile, INFP (Mediator) is characterized by unique traits.
Their compatibility score is 40%, rated as Rank D. This can be described as compatibility with growth potential.