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Edward Elric, the Fullmetal Alchemist, has an ENTP (Debater) MBTI type, and his personality is strongly reflected in his behavior. ENTPs are witty, have a strong intellectual curiosity, and are not afraid to challenge existing rules and authority. Ed’s outstanding intelligence, which earned him the qualification of a State Alchemist at the youngest age in history, and his imaginative power to break common sense in his quest for truth are due to the combination of Extraverted Intuition (Ne) and Introverted Thinking (Ti), which are typical ENTP characteristics. He constantly seeks new solutions and theories within the scientific and logical system of alchemy and pursued knowledge even to the point of committing the taboo of human transmutation. Ed’s role in the work is that of a major explorer who, while pursuing his personal goal of regaining his lost body, confronts the darkness of the state and the world in the process. He is supported by his strong bond with his calm and composed younger brother, Alphonse Elric, and although he is short-tempered and foul-mouthed, his devoted love for Al and his strong sense of justice to help the weak are the foundation of his actions. In particular, he takes a logical and critical attitude towards authoritarian and conservative adults (e.g., Colonel Mustang and the military’s top brass) due to his ENTP nature and often clashes with them, but this is because he values truth and justice. The charm of Edward Elric lies in the gap between his genius brain, his bold actions unbecoming of a 15-year-old, and his cute side of hating milk, and he is a character who drives the work forward by using his wit to pave the way even in complex situations without losing his sense of humor.