Of The Fool - 29 : Struggle

: Mustang confronts Bradley about the death of Maes Hughes. Bradley admits he didn't kill Hughes but refuses to reveal the killer's identity, citing their agreement to only one question.

: Edward is noted for maturing in this episode; he starts acting more strategically and building alliances (such as with Mustang) rather than reacting on whim. Other Possible Contexts 29 : Struggle of the Fool

The title "Struggle of the Fool" draws on the archetype from Tarot (Card 0), representing the beginning of a journey or a leap of faith. : Mustang confronts Bradley about the death of Maes Hughes

is dismantled and reassigned to keep him from acting. Ling Yao is forcibly converted into the homunculus Greed. Thematic Meaning 29 : Struggle of the Fool