The story of Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood follows the adventures of the Elric brothers. These two young alchemists where cursed after an ill-fated attempt to bring their mother back from the dead during which Edward suffered the horrifying loss of a leg and arm while Alphonse's soul was ensnared in a medieval suit of armor. Their strong relationship and remarkable skills drove them to a new, battle-packed adventure on the trail of the philosopher's stone. Only the stone has the power to restore their bodies.