Tim Marcoh
Authority on Biological Alchemy
A former alchemist from the Fifth Laboratory, specializing in biological alchemy and human transmutation research. Deeply involved in the circumstances of the Ishval Civil War.
Quotes
- Human transmutation is taboo, and its pain is immeasurable.
- Alchemy should be used to save people.
- We must never forget that our own research brought about tragedy.
- Science comes with responsibility.
Trivia
- Dr. Marcoh was one of the first alchemists to conduct human transmutation research.
- His research is connected to the secrets of the Philosopher's Stone, which becomes the core of the later story.
- In the original work, his theories and documents serve as key elements in the story.
- He is often praised by fans as an intellectual and calm character.
- He is depicted as an important ally alongside Ross and Mustang after his death.
Alternate names
Tim Marcoh
Dr. Marcoh
Former Fifth Laboratory Researcher
Profile
- Species
- Human
- Gender
- Male
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- Middle-aged man wearing a white coat, with a calm demeanor. Wears glasses and gives a modest impression.
- Height
- Approximately 170cm
- Weight
- Secret
- Eye color
- Brown
- Hair color
- Silver
- Distinguishing features
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- Wears glasses
- Silver hair with gray streaks
- Calm facial features
- Iconic items
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- Research white coat
- Transmutation circle documents
- Glasses
- Writing instruments
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Serious
- Detailed personality
- Intellectual and honest personality. Genuinely dedicated to research, aware of the dangers of human transmutation from early on. Respects human life and harbors strong regret and sense of responsibility.
- Keywords
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- Honest
- Intellectual
- Strong sense of responsibility
- Modest
- Research-oriented
- Values ethics
- Motto
- Alchemy should be used for the sake of people
- Talents
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- Alchemy techniques
- Expertise in biological alchemy
- Theory of human transmutation
- Calm judgment
- Research and development ability
- Skills
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- Precise experimental operations
- Transmutation circle design
- Transmutation research
- Problem-solving skills
- Communication
- Motivation
- Understands the dangers of human transmutation and seeks to stop it while searching for the correct path of alchemy
- Habits
- Polite and humble speech. Rarely shows anxiety but has complex inner feelings.
History
- Backstory
- Engaged in biological alchemy and human transmutation research at the Fifth Laboratory. Realized the dangers and immorality of human transmutation, deeply repenting that his research results led to tragedy. In the latter half, cooperates with Edward and others, contributing to uncovering the truth of Ishval and ending the war.
- Debut date
- circa 2001
- Work title
- Fullmetal Alchemist
- Media type
- Manga
Human transmutation research at the Fifth Laboratory
- Significant event
- Human transmutation research at the Fifth Laboratory
- Description
- Involved in foundational research and experiments on human transmutation, but recognized its dangers.
Involvement in the Ishval Extermination
- Significant event
- Involvement in the Ishval Extermination
- Description
- Cooperated with the military based on his research results, but suffered anguish over the cruel outcome.
Cooperation with Edward and Alphonse
- Significant event
- Cooperation with Edward and Alphonse
- Description
- Shared the truth of human transmutation with them and provided information on the secrets of the Philosopher's Stone.
Participation in the final battle
- Significant event
- Participation in the final battle
- Description
- Joined Mustang's unit in the plan and contributed to the battle situation.
Relationships
Edward Elric
Ally
Shared the truth of human transmutation and built a cooperative relationship.
Alphonse Elric
Ally
Provided scientific advice and supported their journey.
Roy Mustang
Ally
Collaborated through military cooperation.
Amestris Military 5th Laboratory
Amestris Military 5th Laboratory: researcher
Media appearances
Fullmetal Alchemist
Manga / Supporting
Serialized starting in 2001
Fullmetal Alchemist (2003)
Anime / Supporting
Aired in 2003
Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood (2009)
Anime / Supporting
Aired in 2009
Fullmetal Alchemist the Movie: Conqueror of Shamballa
Movie / Supporting
Released in 2005
Fullmetal Alchemist the Movie: The Sacred Star of Milos
Movie / Supporting
Released in 2011
Fullmetal Alchemist series
Game / Supporting
Multiple available
Voice cast and creators
Hideyuki Tanaka
- Voice actor
- Hideyuki Tanaka
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- 2003 anime version
Hideyuki Tanaka
- Voice actor
- Hideyuki Tanaka
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- 2009 anime version
Kentarō Itō
- Voice actor
- Kentarō Itō
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- Live-action movie
Hiromu Arakawa
- Creator name
- Hiromu Arakawa
- Role
- Original author
Hiromu Arakawa
- Creator name
- Hiromu Arakawa
- Role
- Illustrator
Related goods
Tim Marcoh Figure
- Item name
- Tim Marcoh Figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Limited
Tim Marcoh Acrylic Stand
- Item name
- Tim Marcoh Acrylic Stand
- Category
- Accessory
- Availability
- Regular