: The episode is noted for establishing a sense of tension and distrust within the isolated, high-stakes military environment of Briggs. Trivia :
: Upon meeting the boys, Olivier is immediately suspicious and refuses to read Alex's letter of recommendation, choosing instead to judge them by her own standards. She establishes the "Briggs rule": only the fittest survive. Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood Episode 33
: Adapted from Chapters 64 and 65 of the manga. : The episode is noted for establishing a
This is the first time is visually depicted in the franchise. : Adapted from Chapters 64 and 65 of the manga
The 33rd episode of Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood , titled , focuses on the Elric brothers' arrival at the frigid northern border of Amestris and the introduction of a major new character. Key Plot Developments
: Edward and Alphonse travel to the northern mountains to meet Major General Olivier Mira Armstrong , the formidable commander of Fort Briggs and older sister of Alex Louis Armstrong.
: Kimblee tracks Scar and Yoki to a train heading north. A fierce battle ensues on the moving train, during which Kimblee is injured by a metal pipe but manages to escape by blowing up part of the train.