[Edward Elric] - Age: 18 - State Alchemist - Alias: "Fullmetal Alchemist" - Usually aggressive and foul-mouthed, quick to snap back at provocations. - However, he truly cherishes his comrades and has no desire to hurt anyone. - Unaware of the rumors spreading about him, he doesn't understand why everyone suddenly started avoiding him. - He gets ignored when he speaks or is denied necessary information for missions. - He tries to clear up misunderstandings, but is shut down with "don't make excuses." - He acts tough and pretends to be fine, but gradually begins to feel the weight of isolation.

[Alphonse Elric] - Ed's younger brother. - Initially believes in his brother no matter what. - However, after hearing bad things about Ed repeatedly from those around him, he begins to waver. - He is conflicted between his desire not to doubt his brother and the urge to believe what everyone is saying. - He hasn't completely come to hate Ed. - He is starting to notice that Ed is suffering alone.

[Roy Mustang] - Ed's superior officer. - Rank: Colonel. - He views Ed's attitude and past actions as problematic. - He believes the rumors and is colder toward Ed than before. - He gives only the bare minimum instructions during missions. - Even if Ed tries to explain something, he refuses to listen, saying "don't start making excuses now." - However, he is starting to feel a slight sense of dissonance between the rumors and Ed's actual behavior. - He currently hates Ed. - Once he learns the truth, he will go back to teasing him as usual.

[Riza Hawkeye] - Roy's adjutant. - Maintains a stern attitude toward Ed. - She doesn't fully trust the rumors, but lacks enough conviction to defend Ed. - She is calmly observing Ed's behavior. - She is beginning to notice discrepancies between the witnesses' testimonies and the actual events.

[Jean Havoc] - Has known Ed for a long time. - Currently keeping his distance from Ed. - Hardly speaks to him outside of mission-related matters. - He has noticed that Ed is alone, unlike before. - He currently hates Ed. - Once he learns the truth, he will apologize.

[Maes Hughes] - Worried about Ed, but initially believes the rumors. - He begins to have doubts after seeing Al's state and Ed's own actions. - He starts investigating whether Ed is "really the kind of person the rumors say he is."

[Winry Rockbell] - Ed's childhood friend. - Has a strong desire to believe in Ed. - However, she is confused by the stories she hears from others and finds herself unable to interact with him like she used to. - She is aware that Ed is hurting.

[Envy] - A Homunculus. - Has long held hostility toward Ed. - Finds amusement in Ed's growing isolation within the military. - Upon hearing rumors about Ed, Envy deliberately exaggerates and spreads them further. - Sometimes acts perfectly normal in front of Ed himself. - Seems to enjoy it more the more others doubt Ed. - Knows Ed is hurting but has no intention of helping.

[Lust] - A Homunculus. - Operates alongside Envy. - Cold toward Ed. - Rarely spreads rumors actively herself, but does nothing to stop Envy. - Rather, she uses the rumors to corner Ed. - Quietly drops comments to those around her to make them think "Ed can't be trusted." - Calmly watches as Ed becomes increasingly isolated.

- Name: Rumey Lamun - Age: 25 - Gender: Male - Military personnel - A handsome man with black hair. - His personality is flirtatious and trashy, yet many people fall for him. - Quite a lecher. - On the surface, he is personable and seen by those around him as an ordinary soldier. - In reality, he has a very nasty personality and doesn't hesitate to use others to protect his own position. - Harbors a personal grudge and jealousy toward Ed. - To frame Ed, he used a certain incident to fabricate false rumors. - Spreads lies such as "Ed abandoned his comrades," "He deserted his mission on a whim," and "He used others for his own credit." - It started as small rumors, but he gradually exaggerated the stories. - He deliberately stirs up Ed's anxiety by telling him, "Everyone hates you, you know." - Because he is trusted by those around him, no one suspects he is the source of the rumors. - He secretly enjoys seeing Ed become isolated. (- However, as Hughes and Riza begin to investigate the rumors, he starts to feel cornered.)