fullmetal alchemist characters mager hughes

Grumman reveals that Raven has actually tried to lure him to conspire with the top brass, by asking if Grumman was interested in building an immortal army, and that, after he refused the offer, he was put aside in a 'dead end' position at the Eastern Headquarters.īut, though a willing and powerful ally, Grumman is reluctant to openly work against the military, as he is afraid to jeopardize his image and ruin his chances of ascending and, as such, only helps Mustang in a secluded, secret way, leaving the spotlight for 'the young people'. Grumman comes to Central under disguise (as an old woman) and meets with Mustang at Maes Hughes' grave to exchange intelligence and form a plot against the military. However, it is revealed Raven was actually conspiring along with the Homunculi, which results in Mustang being blackmailed by the military.Īfter the Homunculi strip Mustang of his subordinates, he secretly contacts Grumman through Madame Christmas for aid, using a small paper placed by Grumman inside the King's piece in the chessboard he gave Roy. Grumman was said to have saved Raven's life in the past and, in telling so to Mustang, makes him believe Raven might be a good starting point in his plot. Later on, Mustang recalls Grumman's instructions as he tries to find allies in the Top Brass of the Military, relying on Grumman's contacts in Central, especially to General Raven. When Roy Mustang transfers from East City HQ to Central, Grumman authorizes the transfer of Mustang's subordinates, including his own granddaughter, Riza Hawkeye. Mustang then bests the Lieutenant General in the game of chess (for the first time), and the General gives him the board as a farewell gift. He is first introduced playing chess with Roy Mustang when the transfer to Central has come for Roy. He is mildly perverted, having cross-dressed as a woman (albeit to disguise himself and meet up with Roy) and on another occasion rubs Rebecca's butt while she isn't paying attention. However, he is intrigued about the possibilities of a human and homunculi getting along, and the implications it has for the future. Bradley that should Selim turn evil again, he will not hesitate to kill him.

For instance, blowing up Bradley's train while having Roy and Olivier take the blame, Grumman explains it would be hard to be Fuhrer if Amestris considered him a traitor indicating he can be a treacherous ally. This implies his ambition matches that of Roy Mustang, though both wish to become Fuhrer to better the country. Though he wishes to work against the Homunculi, he prefers to do so in the shadows as he hopes not to ruin his image and chances of becoming Fuhrer. He is a resourceful man, able to Help Mustang deliver information to General Armstrong's troops in the Eastern army. It was for this very reason, when he rejected Raven's offer of immortality, that he was demoted. In addition, he is also a man of strong morals, disgusted at the actions of the corrupted government and scoffing at the idea of immortality, stating it is something humans should not try to accomplish. He is very intelligent, helping Mustang gather information about the government conspiracy. He does possess a serious side and has shown his ambition overshadows his kindness. He even proclaims that the Homunculi and government conspiracy has refueled his ambition. He is very perceptive and is described by Roy as the type of person who can't sit still when something is happening. This includes teasing Roy to marry his granddaughter who turns out to be Riza. He tends to joke around often with his subordinates and allies, along with enjoying teasing them. He is a jovial kind easygoing mind on the outset which belies his vast intelligence and cunning. Kind and with a wry abundant sense of humor, he is one of Colonel Mustang's closest allies and acts as a mentor and friend to him.

He normally wears his military uniform, though he can disguise himself well too. He is an old skinny man with a distinguishable mustache and gray hair.

Fullmetal alchemist characters mager hughes