Nina Tucker - Popular Character Encyclopedia

Quotes

Trivia

Nina became a rare case of a chimera capable of speaking human language.
Her tragic end serves as a major turning point in the story, leaving a deep scar in the Elric brothers' hearts.
The name 'Nina' emphasizes the image of a pure and innocent girl.
Author Hiromu Arakawa uses her episode to present human sins and ethical issues.
In the live-action movie version, she is portrayed by Mei Yokoyama.

Alternate names

Nina Tucker Nina

Profile

Species: Human
Gender: Female

Appearance

Overall appearance: Cheerful and friendly young girl. Short black hair with a bright, curious expression as her characteristic feature.
Eye color: Brown
Hair color: Black
Distinguishing features: Childlike appearance

Cheerful smile

Black hair inherited from father
Iconic items: None

Personality and abilities

Core personality: Energetic
Detailed personality: Bright, energetic, and devoted to her father, a straightforward childlike girl. She was friendly and affectionate toward the Elric brothers. Very curious and caring toward her friends.
Keywords: Bright

Energetic

Friendly

Innocent

Tragic
Talents: Friendliness

Ability to play with dogs
Motivation: To live happily with her family.
Favorite foods: Unknown
Hobbies: Playing, Interacting with brothers
Favorite places: Home, East City
Person: Father Shou Tucker, Edward Elric, Alphonse Elric
Disliked situations: Unfortunate situations, Family discord

History

Backstory: Shou Tucker's only daughter. For her father's alchemy research, she was turned into a talking chimera along with the beloved dog Alexander. Just as she had grown close to the Elric brothers, this tragedy led to her death. Her death left a great wound in the brothers' hearts.
Debut date: July 12, 2001
Work title: Fullmetal Alchemist
Media type: Manga
Episode or chapter: Around volume 6 of the original manga

Turned into Chimera

Significant event: Turned into Chimera
Description: Fused with the dog Alexander by her father Shou Tucker into a chimera, becoming a unique existence capable of speaking human language.

Father's Pursuit

Significant event: Father's Pursuit
Description: After failing the State Alchemist evaluation, it is revealed that her father used her as material to produce research results out of desperation.

Tragic Demise

Significant event: Tragic Demise
Description: Killed along with her father by the 'Scarred Man,' her chimera form also vanishes.

Relationships

Shou Tucker

Father

Only daughter. Adored her father but ultimately became a sacrifice to his research in a tragic fate.

Alexander

Pet

Dog kept in the Tucker household. Turned into a chimera with Nina and killed together.

Media appearances

Fullmetal Alchemist

Manga / Supporting

Serialized

Fullmetal Alchemist (2003 version)

Anime / Supporting

2003 TV Series

Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood (2009 version)

Anime / Supporting

2009 TV Series

Fullmetal Alchemist: The Conqueror of Shamballa

Movie / Supporting

2005 Theatrical Release

Fullmetal Alchemist: The Sacred Star of Milos

Movie / Cameo

2011 Theatrical Release

Fullmetal Alchemist: Final Chapter - The Revenge of Scar / The Last Transmutation