FMA Fanfiction
Two brothers use alchemy to search for the Philosopher's Stone after a failed transmutation.
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What is FMA fanfiction?
FMA fanfiction is fan-created stories set in the Fullmetal Alchemist universe. With over 45,000 works on Archive of Our Own, FMA is one of the most popular fandoms in the fanfiction community.
These stories explore beloved characters like Edward Elric, Alphonse Elric, Roy Mustang, Riza Hawkeye, and many more. Writers create everything from short one-shots to epic novel-length adventures, exploring relationships, alternate universes, and "what if" scenarios.
Most Popular FMA Fanfics
These are the highest-rated FMA stories on AO3, ranked by kudos from readers.
Chaos and Order - A Multiverse Fanfic
by droopyauthor
Bred to be humanity’s Messiah. Betrayed into becoming its greatest Demon. Kai Stormborn died after exacting revenge.But death could not claim him.Reborn in the Primordial Tower. He carries a Glitch — a forbidden anomaly that lets him devour magical creatures, assimilate their abilities, and evolve.T
Moth to the Flame
by Vaughanie
“You know, Miss Riza, you shouldn't come into a guy’s room late at night like this,” Roy joked. “Something could happen.”
Sleep Debt In Cens (A Brother Is A Half You'll Always Try to Heal)
by ProserpinaIV
The Fullmetal Alchemist gets put on assignment to the little tourist town of Yolkridge. The brothers assume it'll be an easy fix, but the root of Yolkridge's problem might extend to more than the soil. On top of strange small-town characters, Ed's been having more dreams than usual.///A fic in which
I will write ANYTHING you want! (open :D)
by cerealsnacks
No summary provided.
【重写鬼灭】别把我留在没有你的地狱-Only do not leave me in this abyss, where I cannot find you
by Liarcs
⭐致力于给鬼杀队的孩子们完整的一生⭐ ⭐️Committed to giving the children of the Demon Slayer Corps a complete life.⭐️ ❗夹带私货，重写鬼灭——最终选拔不该死人，提升鬼杀队信息交流和出行速度。让鬼杀队提前认知上弦实力，柱训练提到游郭篇之前。强化紫藤花效力，尽可能保留人物关系和主线剧情，把我认为不合逻辑的地方补上。结局还是大家濒死体验后才能消灭鬼，都存活也未致残，但是开了斑纹会在享受几年好日子后陆陆续续毫无遗憾地离开。（借用了一点《死神》《钢之炼金术师》《哆啦A梦》道具设定） I tried really hard
Popular FMA Ships
RoyEd
Roy Mustang/Edward Elric
The complex mentor-student relationship between ambitious Colonel Roy Mustang and the talented young alchemist Edward Elric.
35,000 works →
EdWin
Edward Elric/Winry Rockbell
Childhood friends Edward Elric and automail mechanic Winry Rockbell, whose relationship deepened through years of separation and reunion.
28,000 works →
Royai
Roy Mustang/Riza Hawkeye
The devoted partnership between Colonel Roy Mustang and his trusted lieutenant Riza Hawkeye, bound by duty and shared ideals.
42,000 works →
Ling/Greed
Ling Yao/Greed
The unique relationship between Prince Ling Yao and the homunculus Greed who shares his body, creating an intimate mental bond.
8,000 works →
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many FMA fanfics are on AO3?
There are over 45,000 FMA fanfiction works on Archive of Our Own, making it one of the platform's largest fandoms.
What are the best FMA ships?
Popular FMA pairings include RoyEd, EdWin, Royai. Each ship has thousands of dedicated stories exploring their relationship.
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