Hi there. My name's Eric, nice to meet y'all! I was introduced to thanks to thebestIcan, so blame her! This is my first fiction, actually the first installment of my first fiction. More to come later this week, if it is received well.


ABCs of Edward Elric

'A' is for 'Automail'

Automail is a brilliant invention.

A fully functional prosthetic limb, capable of practically any motion one could do with flesh and bone, sometimes exceeding them. While it was a hassle to maintain, and there was always the chance of a complete system failure, automail had benefits that Nature couldn't succeed in giving the human race.

While copper wires are used to replace the intricate network of the nervous system, they cannot give the same feedback to the brain necessary for the sense of touch. This, however, allowed those living a more adventurous lifestyle freedom from pain. The mechanics of the limb often provided a range of strength and force from a soft caress to crushing stone. Flexible 'joints' allowed a range of motion that would make the most limber gymnast envious.

Strong, yet dexterous. Efficient and durable.

Edward slipped the metallic fingertips of his right hand into his glove, watching as the white cloth slid over the smooth surface. Wiggling the digits into the respective fingers, Ed gave a sharp tug. The sound of ripping polyester filled the room and the young State Alchemist scowled. Golden eyes narrowed at the torn fabric that had caught in the joint of the thumb now sticking out of the ruined glove awkwardly.

Scratch that. Automail sucks.


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