“If the ways of this world are based on equivalent exchange, as alchemy says, then in order to allow for a new generation to enjoy good fortune, the price that we must pay, is to carry the bodies of the dead across a river of blood.”
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“If the ways of this world are based on equivalent exchange, as alchemy says, then in order to allow for a new generation to enjoy good fortune, the price that we must pay, is to carry the bodies of the dead across a river of blood.”
About This QuoteThis memorable line is spoken by Riza Hawkeye in the anime Fullmetal Alchemist. It has been liked 0 times and saved by 0 users.
Submitted by Mohd Sabahat on Mar 14, 2026
“Don't forget, our existence is a fragile and uncertain one, knowing that any one of us could die at any moment. In this short time that we have, we all have one or two wishes that we'd like to fulfill. Losing the most important wish... is like losing your reason for living.”
“The smell of blood, gunpowder and iron. This is what humanity's all about. Well then, the man in charge must always lead from the front. And yet be the last one to die.”
“There are no guarantees. But if there’s a chance it could help everyone avoid the calamity, isn’t it worth it? It’s sad when people die.”
“I'll die smiling! Because if you ever think of me in the future, I want you to remember me smiling.”
“Well, if they're dead, then that's the end of it. Crying about it gets you nothing but an empty stomach”
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