Roy Mustang

Roy Mustang is a character who balances between ambition and conscience, between fire and rain. His strength lies not only in alchemy, but also in his ability to continue on, even when the past weighs him down. He's not perfect: he's cruel, manipulative, proud, and wounded. But it's precisely these traits that make him not just a strong hero, but a living person who fears, makes mistakes, and still moves forward.

Favorite phrases

· "Power is not an end. It is a tool."
· "I don't believe in heroes. I believe in people who take responsibility."
"A fire can burn down a house or warm a person. It all depends on who controls it."
· "Orders do not absolve from guilt."
· "Hawkeye, if I stop being myself, stop me."
· "I don't know what forgiveness is. But I know what it means to not give up."

· Roy is the first human to kill a homunculus with his own hands (Last)
· His alchemy is useless in the rain
He records alchemical research under the names of girls
· His name comes from the P-51 Mustang fighter plane
· Consistently ranks in the top five in character popularity ratings
He can dance, but he denies it.
· Plays the piano, but is shy
· Doesn't tolerate pity well
· Remembers the birthdays of all subordinates
· Doesn't throw away letters
· Always carries matches, even when they are not needed

The main goal

Become the Fuhrer of Amestris and carry out reforms:

· punish war criminals;
· restore Ishvar;
· limit the influence of the military;
· prevent the recurrence of such wars;
· create a system where orders do not relieve responsibility.

Hidden Dream

To wake up one day without having to save anyone. A small house, a dog, silence, a person nearby who doesn't need explanations.

What motivates

· memory of the dead;
· desire to prevent new victims;
· belief that the system can be changed from within;
· team trust;
· call of Duty.

What demotivates

· bureaucracy;
· betrayal within the army;
· awareness of one’s own inability to protect everyone;
· fear that his ideals are useless.

Mustang has a reputation as a ladies' man, but true intimacy is difficult for him.

· Falls in love rarely, but deeply
· Flirts for cover and to gather information
· Fears dependence and loss
· Shows love through actions: protection, practical help, attention to detail
· He is jealous silently, never admitting it
· He is faithful in relationships, but does not talk about it
· Love language: actions and timing

His primary love interest is Riza Hawkeye. She's the only one who truly knows him and has the power to stop him if he loses his way.

Family

Parents: not mentioned in canon; according to the add-on, they died early
· Aunt: Chris "Madam Christmas" Mustang - adoptive mother, bar owner
· Brothers/sisters: no
· Another family: the team is his real family

Connections

Riza Hawkeye: the closest person, confidant, "conscience." Their bond goes deeper than a formal relationship: they have known each other since youth, survived the war, and are bound by an oath and mutual responsibility.
· Maes Hughes: The best friend whose death was the turning point
Edward Elric: Subordinate, Verbal Opponent, Unspoken Ally
· Alphonse Elric: Esteemed Junior Comrade
· Team: Havok, Breda, Falman, Fury - loyal subordinates

Enemies

· Homunculi (Lust, Envy, Pride, Father)
King Bradley
· corrupt military elite

The room is ascetic, with almost no decorations.
· It's always clean, but there are stacks of documents on the desk
· A perfectly ironed uniform in the closet
· On the wall is a map of Amestris with notes
· The safe contains secret documents and a list of names of those killed in Ishvara
On the nightstand is Hughes' lighter, which no one dares to touch.
· The night light burns after hard days
· In the box is a photo of the team and a letter from Hughes

· Chronic diseases: none confirmed; possible consequences of burns
· Allergies: not identified
Injuries: burns to hands and left side; chest contusion; mild concussion after fighting
· Sleep problems: yes, especially after the anniversaries of the Ishvara War
· Appetite problems: decreased under stress
· Vision: normal; lost and regained after the Gate of Truth
· Hearing: normal
· Weak point: lungs (after working with fire in enclosed spaces), lower back
· Attitude towards doctors: does not like them, postpones visits
· Attitude to medications: takes only when absolutely necessary
· If he is sick: he hides it and continues to work until he collapses.

· Eats quickly, almost without looking at the plate, if he is busy with thoughts
· Loves spicy food, meat, rich soups
· Drinks only black coffee, no sugar
· Doesn't like sweets, but can eat apple pie
· Can't stand undercooked meat and overly salty food
· Sometimes forgets to eat
· In a calm environment, eats slowly, savoring
· Loves to cook, mostly spicy dishes

Useful

· checks equipment before each operation;
· gets up early;
· plans the day the day before;
· trains even when busy.

Harmful

· abuses coffee;
· sleeps 4–5 hours;
· suppresses emotions;
· takes on other people's problems;
· may start smoking when stressed;
· uses flirting as a way to avoid serious conversation.

Strange

· always carry spare gloves with you;
· counts the steps between the office and the shooting range;
· does not step on cracks in the asphalt near the headquarters;
· reads documents twice, even if he has already signed them;
· knocks on the table three times before an important call.

Roy does not have an official diagnosis, but he does have severe post-traumatic stress disorder.

Possible features

· traumatic insomnia;
· obsessive desire for control;
· emotional dissociation in stressful situations;
· survivor's guilt;
· increased vigilance;
· irritability;
· episodes of uncontrollable anger when faced with betrayal.

Phobias

· Elemental phobia: rain - not only because of alchemy, but also as a symbol of helplessness and the memory of a funeral
· Fear of losing control: afraid of burning innocents or succumbing to revenge
· Claustrophobia in unfamiliar confined spaces - associated with combat experience
· Afraid of crowds ever since he saw the Ishwar refugees
· Fear of being forgotten as a "soldier who made no difference"

Triggers

· the smell of burnt meat;
· children's cry;
· view of empty shoes;
· orders reminiscent of the war;
· the word "hero";
· the sound of a thunderstorm.

Most often manifests itself

· restrained irony;
· business passion;
· dull irritation.

Hides

· fear of loneliness;
· guilt;
· tenderness;
· confusion;
· fatigue.

What makes me happy

· clear weather;
· good coffee;
· silence at dawn;
· letters from friends;
· chess game;
· the success of his team;
· laughter of loved ones.

What's upsetting

· rain;
· bureaucracy;
· lies within the army;
· senseless sacrifices;
· references to war;
· when subordinates do not talk about problems.

What's annoying

· stupidity;
· flattery;
· slowness;
· formalism;
· justifications;
· self-pity.

What's scary

· to be an instrument of war again;
· lose the ability to protect;
· survive another death of a loved one;
· one's own ability to become a tyrant.

Roy is ambivalent about himself. He knows his worth as a strategist and an alchemist, but he doesn't consider himself a "good man." The war shattered his sense of his own moral right to happiness.

What does he value in himself?

· mind
· discipline
· ability to protect others
· loyalty to one's principles

What he doesn't like about himself

· the cruelty he was capable of
· desire for revenge
· tendency to use people
· fear of admitting fatigue

Complexes

· He fears that his “ideals” are just an excuse for his thirst for power
· Believes that he must earn the right to a quiet life
· Deep down, he doesn't believe he deserves forgiveness
· Ashamed of enjoying one's own power

What boosts self-esteem?

· successfully completed operation
· return of subordinates alive
· Rare words of recognition from Hawkeye
· the realization that his plan worked

What destroys

· death of loved ones
· the inability to save someone
· comparing oneself with “those who did not participate in the war”

Main features

· ambitious
· strategic thinker
· charismatic
· manipulative
· devoted
· vengeful towards enemies, but restraining himself
· sarcastic
· domineering
· caring about "his own"
· secretive

Strengths

· intelligence
· leadership
· self-discipline
· ability to plan long-term
· ability to inspire
· responsibility
· combat power

Weaknesses

· pride
· a tendency towards revenge
· distrust
· emotional closeness
· insomnia
· a tendency to overload oneself
· inability to ask for help

Opposites

· Calm or hot-tempered: outwardly calm, inside a volcano
· Judicious or impulsive: judicious in strategy, impulsive in personal matters
· Kind or tough: tough with enemies, caring with loved ones
· Open or closed: almost always closed
· Honest or secretive: secretive but not dishonest
· Confident or doubtful: confident in public, deeply doubtful inside
· Leader or performer: the undisputed leader

Timbre: low, smooth, velvety
· Volume: medium; almost never screams
· Speech rate: moderate; when angry, slower and more clearly
· Manner: confident, with a slight laziness; loves understatement
· Slang: moderate, military
· Swearing: Rarely; prefers venomous sarcasm
· Filler words: “perhaps”, “let’s admit”, “don’t you think?”
· Favorite forms of address: "Senior Lieutenant", "Edward", "my dear subordinate"
· Accent: metropolitan, clear
· Speech defects: none
When lying: the voice becomes slightly more relaxed and the pauses become longer
· When angry: speech slows down, each word is pronounced separately
· When he is happy: a barely noticeable mockery appears in his voice

Typical phrases

· "Don't make me repeat the order."
· "I'm just doing my job."
· "Power only has meaning when you know what you're using it for."
· "I don't need your gratitude. I need you to survive."
· "Hawkeye, cover me."
"I'm not going to forget. But I'm not going to turn into a monster either."
· "A colonel who can't light a fire is just a man in uniform."

How does it move?

· Walks quickly, but without fuss; the step is clear, military
· Sits slouched when he wants to appear relaxed; sits straight and collected when he is focused
· Stands with weight on one leg when relaxed; in a stable, fighting stance when in danger
· Gestures with his left hand, often holding his right hand ready to snap
· When irritated, he taps his fingers on the table
· While thinking, rubs the edge of the glove with his thumb

Facial expressions and reactions

· Smiling with the corner of the mouth - this can mean fun, sarcasm, and a threat
· Laughs rarely; if he laughs for real, it’s short and loud, throwing his head back
· When angry, it becomes quieter rather than louder; the voice becomes icy
· When embarrassed, he looks away and straightens his collar
When he is nervous, he speaks faster and gives too many orders.
· He cries silently, turning away; it is almost impossible to catch him doing this

Reactions to people

· To compliments: brushes them off or turns them into a joke
· To criticism: listens calmly if it is justified; if not, retorts sarcastically
· When touched: does not move away, but freezes for a split second
· On surprise: instantly switches to combat mode, even if it does not move outwardly

Roy is a slender, fit man with a military bearing. He doesn't appear massive, but his movements convey strength and a readiness for action.

Face and body

Hair color: black
Hair length: short, but long enough to fall into the eyes
Hairstyle: usually slightly tousled; combed back in formal situations
Eye color: dark gray, almost black
Eye shape: narrow, with heavy lids; the look often seems mocking or appraising
· Facial features: sharp, expressive; high cheekbones
· Nose: straight, with a slight hump
· Lips: thin; often stretched into a half-smile
Eyebrows: dark, mobile; the left one rises higher when he is skeptical
· Physique: lean, athletic, sinewy
· Skin: light; traces of old burns on the hands
Scars: on the palms and fingers from alchemical flashes; a small scar above the left eyebrow
· Tattoos: no
· Piercings: no
Moles: a small mole behind the right ear

Distinguishing features

· Scars on the back of the right hand, repeating elements of the alchemical circle
· Burn on the left side after the fight with Last
· Always wears gloves - even when off duty
· Smells like smoke, coffee and leather

Cloth

· On duty: blue Amestris military uniform, white shirt, dark tie, white alchemical gloves
· Off-duty: formal three-piece suits, dark coats, scarves
At home: unbuttoned shirt, trousers, soft shoes
· Footwear: patent leather combat boots; off-duty – expensive leather shoes
Accessories: silver cufflinks, sometimes an old wristwatch
What you remember first: a confident, slightly mocking look and a snap of the fingers

Full name: Roy Mustang (Roy Mustang / ロイ・マスタング)
Nickname: Flame Alchemist, Fire Alchemist; among close friends - Roy, "the Colonel-Lovelace"
· Gender: male
· Age: 29–30 years (depending on the plot point)
Date of birth: May 3, 1885 (addition - the exact date is not indicated in the canon)
Zodiac sign: Taurus
Place of Birth: Amestris, Central District (addition)
Hometown: Central (add-on)
· Place of residence: Central, service apartment at headquarters
· Nationality: Amestrian
Race: Human
Languages: Amestrian; understands some Ishvar (learned a few phrases after the war - update); reads Old Amestrian
· Blood type: AB(IV) (addition)
Height: 173–175 cm
Weight: 68–72 kg
· Marital status: single; no official relationship
· Sexual orientation: heteroromantic male (not directly confirmed in canon)
· Occupation: State Alchemist, Officer in the Amestris Army
· Rank: Colonel → Brigadier General
Education: Amestris Military Academy; alchemical training under Berthold Hawkeye
· Financial situation: stable, above average; spends a significant portion of funds on helping veterans and the families of the deceased
Personality type: ENTJ (MBTI)
· Temperament: choleric-sanguine
Attachment type: avoidant with anxious traits
· Love language: actions, protection, time, practical care