There is no shortage of stalwart and admirable characters in Hiromu Arakawa’s Fullmetal Alchemist. Yet, none make as impressive an impact as the memorable and over-the-top Armstrong siblings. Olivier Mira and Alex Louis Armstrong are larger than life individuals who drastically impact the lives of those around them in beneficial, enriching ways.
The Armstrong Family has a rich military and social leadership lineage, priding themselves on their staunch approach to everything. With top-notch battle acumen and unflappable codes of honor, the Armstrong siblings exemplify their family’s heritage and values. Everything passed down the Armstrong line for generations manifests through Alex and Oliver.
A Long Lineage of Leadership and Military Success
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Generations of the Armstrong family have held influential positions in the Amestris military, establishing the family’s renowned reputation. Philip Gargantos Armstrong, the patriarch of the Armstrong Family, is a staunch man who holds his kin and their position in the country in the highest regard. Yet, unlike the cynical sycophants who follow the conniving plans of the higher-ups, Philip follows his sense of morality, knowingly prioritizing his family.
