Alex Louis Armstrong
Muscle Alchemist
A State Alchemist known as the 'Muscle Alchemist,' boasting a robust physique and flashy fist-fighting style. Hailing from a noble and proud family lineage, he possesses special transmutation techniques. He supports his comrades with kindness and a burning sense of justice.
Quotes
- Muscles never betray!
- Now is the time to show my family's pride!
- My muscles are bursting into flames!
- Loosened tear glands are proof of muscles!
- Let's make it flashy!
Trivia
- Fist-fighting style alchemy is one of the rare unique skills in the series.
- Boisterous personality and flashy gestures amplify the gag character elements.
- Portrayed by Hiroshi Fujioka in the live-action movie.
- Family details are elaborated in official fanbooks and setting materials.
- Voice actor Kenta Miyake accurately portrays the character's passion.
Alternate names
Major Armstrong
Muscle Alchemist
Alex
Profile
- Species
- Human
- Gender
- Male
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- Extremely large and muscular build. Features a distinctive curled mustache and curly hair, with a plump face that combines an intimidating presence and warmth. Wears a military uniform adorned with numerous transmutation circle patterns.
- Height
- Approximately 198cm
- Eye color
- Brown
- Hair color
- Blond
- Distinguishing features
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- Large curly hair
- Distinctive curled mustache
- Robust muscular physique
- Body embedded with transmutation circles
- Iconic items
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- Gloves embedded with transmutation circles
- Military uniform
- Armstrong family crest
- Fist-fighting stance
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Hot-blooded
- Detailed personality
- Boisterous and deeply sentimental, easily moved to tears, yet possesses a strong sense of justice. Proud of himself and his family, he overwhelms those around him with flashy behavior as a lovable muscle character. Cares deeply for comrades and occasionally serves as a serious advisor.
- Keywords
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- Brave
- Hot-blooded
- Kind
- Loves flashiness
- Family-oriented
- Strong sense of pride
- Sincere
- Gag character
- Motto
- Be proud, and believe in your muscles!
- Talents
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- Alchemical family lineage
- Physical robustness
- Mental fortitude
- Precise transmutation circle manipulation
- Charisma to inspire others
- Skills
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- Martial arts centered on fist-fighting
- Material transmutation through alchemy
- Balanced combat skills in defense and offense
- Combat utilizing special transmutation circles
- Motivation
- To protect the honor of the Armstrong family and safeguard the peace of comrades and the nation. To crush evil with his honed body and alchemy.
- Habits
- When moved emotionally, he delivers his catchphrase 'My muscles are bursting into flames!' and sheds tears. He also frequently strikes flashy poses and uses grand declarations.
- Favorite foods
- Meat dishes, Steak, Alcohol
- Hobbies
- Training, Deepening family bonds, Boisterous poses
- Disliked situations
- Showing weakness, Insults to family or comrades, Meaningless conflicts
History
- Backstory
- A State Alchemist from the prestigious Armstrong family lineage, inheriting his father's boisterous personality and robust physique. Trusted by comrades for his love of flashiness and secret family transmutation techniques. Possesses a kind heart that cherishes family and friends.
- Debut date
- July 12, 2001
- Work title
- Fullmetal Alchemist
- Media type
- Manga
- Episode or chapter
- Volume 1
State Alchemist Certification
- Significant event
- State Alchemist Certification
- Description
- Appointed as a State Alchemist and began active service as a formal member of the military.
Liore Incident
- Significant event
- Liore Incident
- Description
- Contributed to securing headquarters safety via radio broadcast and supported comrades.
Promised Day Battle
- Significant event
- Promised Day Battle
- Description
- Confronted the Central Command conspiracy and fought alongside comrades.
Family Succession Dispute
- Significant event
- Family Succession Dispute
- Description
- Achieved further growth through the succession dispute with his father and sister.
Relationships
Phillip Gargantua Armstrong
Father
Strict yet family-oriented father. Passed on the family headship and imparts lessons on family pride.
Mrs. Armstrong
Mother
Warm woman who supports the family.
Olivier Mira Armstrong
Sibling
Strict older sister and reliable confidante. They mutually share family pride.
Catherine Elle Armstrong
Sibling
Shy yet super-strong younger sister. Respects her brother.
Edward Elric
Teammate
Comrades who cooperated in the Promised Day battle.
Roy Mustang
Ally
Military colleague with deep mutual trust.
Maria Ross
Ally
Trusted subordinate with a mutual support relationship.
Amestrian Military
Amestrian Military: unknown
State Alchemists
State Alchemists: unknown
Media appearances
Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood (2009 version)
Anime / Protagonist
2009 TV Series
Fullmetal Alchemist the Movie: Conqueror of Shamballa
Movie / Protagonist
2005 Theatrical Release
Fullmetal Alchemist
Manga / Protagonist
Serialization began 2001
Fullmetal Alchemist (multiple titles)
Game / Protagonist
Appears in multiple games
Fullmetal Alchemist Exhibition
Event / Mascot
Voice cast and creators
Kenta Miyake
- Voice actor
- Kenta Miyake
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- 2009 TV Anime
Kenji Utsumi
- Voice actor
- Kenji Utsumi
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- 2003 TV Anime
Hiroshi Fujioka
- Voice actor
- Hiroshi Fujioka
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- Live-action Movie
Hiromu Arakawa
- Creator name
- Hiromu Arakawa
- Role
- Original author
Hiromu Arakawa
- Creator name
- Hiromu Arakawa
- Role
- Character designer
Related goods
Alex Louis Armstrong Figure
- Item name
- Alex Louis Armstrong Figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Regular
Muscle Alchemist T-Shirt
- Item name
- Muscle Alchemist T-Shirt
- Category
- Apparel
- Availability
- Regular