Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

Looming Shadows

Episode 46 Canon The Briggs Expedition Arc 23 min

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As tensions rise before the Promised Day, key characters experience captures, strategic moves, and confrontations within the military and elsewhere, setting the stage for crucial upcoming events.

Full Plot Summary

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Briggs Fortress soldiers escort Winry back home, where she is surprised to find Edward and his group. Though Edward warns her to escape to another country, she refuses and says that Edward should just make sure he protects everyone. Meanwhile, Scar has recruited several Ishvalans to help in his cause, and Mustang informs about Selim's true identity to Olivier. Alphonse, who had been suffering from more frequent blackouts, is ambushed and captured by Gluttony and Pride. On the day before the Promised Day, Wrath is tricked into taking a train back to Central and is caught in an explosion on the bridge. Meanwhile, Hawkeye, Breda, and Fuery prepare for the upcoming day. Within the military, as the chosen generals are panicking over the Führer's possible death, Olivier sees her chance to try to take control. However, before she can do anything, she is halted by the sudden appearance of Father and Sloth.

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What episode is "Looming Shadows" in Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood?

"Looming Shadows" is episode 46 of Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood.

Is "Looming Shadows" canon or filler?

"Looming Shadows" is listed as canon in the current AnimeAnchor guide.

What story arc is "Looming Shadows" part of?

"Looming Shadows" is part of the The Briggs Expedition Arc.

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Yes. Start with the spoiler-safe summary, then reveal the full plot only when you want the complete episode breakdown.

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