Episode 39: Daydream (2009 series)

The ruse of Winry's abduction by Scar is revealed, but a plan of rescue must still be hatched. A brutal storm is coming – one which only Alphonse Elric can brave.

Episode Notes

 * This episode is adapted from content in Chapter 72: A Chain of Negativity, A Pebble of Goodness and Chapter 73: A Daydream.
 * This is the first episode of the fourth season.
 * This episode marks the first appearance of the fourth Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood opening theme, "Period" by CHEMISTRY.
 * This episode marks the first appearance of the fourth Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood ending theme, "Shunkan SENTIMENTAL" by SCANDAL.
 * The Transmutation Array that appears in the background of this episode's title card is the Blood Rune on Alphonse Elric's armor.
 * In the corresponding manga chapter, Ed and Al are unable to recognize Marcoh because of his disfigured visage, but in this episode, they recognize him immediately, rendering the entire "disguising" element behind it completely pointless.
 * Ed's remark that his skills of deception would be enough to fool Kimblee in regards to Winry's whereabouts is not in the corresponding manga chapter.