Tucker quotes from Fullmetal Alchemist

It would be an impossible task for any ordinary alchemist...

Edward

Yeah, you're right. But I'm no ordinary alchemist.

And the military man slung him over his back and carried him all the way to South Headquarters for questioning.

Greed

What a shame, but good for you for finding him. He sounds special. I want you to forget about tracking the "Smellric Brothers" for now and keep your eye on the little imp. You got it? [Greed hangs up] Turns out those Elric boys are exactly as you described them.

Yes, I'm sure they'll be of great use to you.

Greed

When I first heard that Envy, Pride and the rest were after these twerps I didn't give a damn anyway. I just wanted to grab the boys myself to piss off the others. But now the boys have led us to someone actually worth chasing. To think there's a homunculus, like me, who can honestly use alchemy. We need to have him on our side, or things may get complicated later.

Let me break him out, sir.

Greed

Have you gone insane? You can't just go charging into that place. It's a bloody fortress! You're a former military lab rat. I shouldn't have to tell you that.

Not that anyone asked but I used to be stationed at South Headquarters back in the day

You're right. We didn't ask, so keep your trap shut, state alchemist.

Greed

No. Sense you so passive-aggresively volunteered, perhaps you can guide these two there. But, if I learned you've betrayed our cause, I won't be so friendly.

You can rest easy, "boss man". All I'm really wanting, is the chance to make some fireworks again.

Sorry about this, I know how creepy this has to be, but I’m supposed to keep an eye on you, so you’ll have to… Bare with me a while…

Alphonse

It’s alright I’m already used to it. Just be careful about my blood seal, okay? If you accidentally touch it, I could die… (Looks down, then up) Hey, how’d you guys get to be chimeras anyway?

Well, we were stationed in the east on assignments, some were injured, others well, let’s just say we weren’t useful anymore. They took us some where, for experiments…

Alphonse

Laboratory Five?

That’s right. Greed, he saved us from that damn place and offered all of us jobs working for him if we wanted.

Alphonse

Greed?

He took us out of the cages, and gave us something we could all call home.

Greed

That’s right guys. See? This place is handcrafted for outlaws, who don’t fit in on the outside, can hide out for a while.

Alphonse

Tucker…? Tucker! Why are you here?

Don’t misunderstand, Al, I’m not here by choice, I promise.

If things don’t go as planned, the doctor here’s the only one who can cure us chimeras.

Greed

I’ll be damned, just like you said, Dr. Tucker, he really is empty inside…

But! But, I’m not the one who told them how to apprehend you, Al.

Greed

It’s a pleasure to meet you, kid. You can just call me Greed. I’m your new friend.

Alphonse

Uh! A tattoo of the oroboros!

Greed

Hmm, so you know what that is. Well, this should go quickly then.

Alphonse

That makes you a friend of Envy, Lust, and the others, doesn’t it?

Greed

I wouldn’t say ‘friends,’ more like sworn enemies, if you want to get down to the grit.

Alphonse

I don’t get it…

Greed

See, Al? That is your name right? Tell me, how does it feel to have your soul bound to that armor? To exist as a chunk of solid metal rather then a soft and cushy human worm. To be unaffected by weaknesses, like hunger, fatigue, and old age… You could call that, eternal life, couldn’t you?

Alphonse

Eternal life…? That’s why you kidnapped me?! Eternal life!?

Greed

They don’t call me Greed for nothing! I want money! Women! Status! And power! I want everything this world’s selling and eternity is topping the list! Understand? You can help me achieve what I’m going for, Al. And you will help me here, because if you don’t tell me how your soul’s bound to that armor… I’ll break it apart to find out.

Alphonse

I won’t help you. You’re a bad person.

Greed

You can act tough for a while if you insist. Just remember that no one’s on their way to save you, kiddo. So you’re at my mercy now.

Alphonse

My brother knows you took me! I bet he’s on his way right now-

Greed

Oh, yeah about him. See when I left him he wasn’t feeling too good.

Alphonse

You better not have hurt my brother! You let your guard down. Now, all I need to do is use this chain to-

Greed

To do what exactly? Now that was, silly. Oh, sorry bout that Marta. I forgot you were keeping house… Hehehe, I like a man with guts. But, did you honestly think it’d be that easy? I mean if you really want to hurt me you have to do something, kind of like… (Roa knocks Greed's head off)

Alphonse

What did you do that for? I thought he was your friend?!

The Crimson Alchemist Solf J Kimblee, and the Sewing-Life Alchemist Shou Tucker. A pair of infamous ghosts.

I've held my end of the bargain. How about you?

You don't have to worry, neither do you doctor. I'll guarantee safety for you both. See, you are under the protection of Frank Archer now.

Protection?

That's right. I'm reinstating you into the military to continue research. but this time, you will be working directly under me.

You'll let me finish my work?

Yes. I'll be changing my orders. Tell the troops not to take prisoners. Kill anyone who looks suspicious. I want this place cleaned.

But sir, there are civilians. You sure that is okay?

(to soldier) It is now. (to self) Now that Tucker is on our side, those creatures can be replaced, and not even Greed can stop me, as long as I have this.

So the Fuehrer himself has come to see me. I'm flattered.

King Bradley

I have an assignment for you, A secret one. I want you to take doctor Tucker's cameras into Lior. Don't be spotted.

Oh, I get it. I cause just enough trouble that the rebels retaliate, then we can claim they started it. Brilliant.

I designed these cameras to defend us, not attack.

King Bradley

Preemption is a difficult concept for people to understand. we will be able to explain the matter better if they attack first. Also, I've been told a state alchemist has already gone into Lior and not returned.

Yes, Edward Elric.

King Bradley

I have no doubt those zealots have killed him. Make certain you bring back his corpse.

Of course, an even better reason for war; people love a martyr. Trust me, if he is not dead yet, he will be soon.

King Bradley

It really is a shame.

I haven't heard anything form Kimblee yet, or your camera's for that matter.

They are under the Fuehrer's command, I don't know why their would be a problem.

Well obviously there is. If there is not a problem, then why aren't they back yet? How long does it take to find a kid's corpse? Have Scar and Kimblee killed each other in battle, or is the Crimson Alchemist out just having too much fun? There is no time for this.

So this is you little command center, huh? Cozy.

I would have known you were coming, I would have cleaned up.

You, hands up. What is that thing?

There is no need to be cruel.

Lieutenant! Clam down. He is no threat.

No, just a pity. His name is Shou Tucker, called the Sewing-Life Alchemsit, back when he was a huamn.

Hello, Major. I take it you had a sudden change of heart and won't be helping me now.

I've never been on your side Archer. I've only been playing the part. I had to get to the bottom of the corruption plaguing our military. Sometimes you have to play with vermin to sniff out a rat.

You're naive if you think you think you can have a useful military without a little corruption. Tucker!

What are you hoping to accomplish with this circus act?

A decade ago, you annihilated Ishbal, and came back a hero of the state. No I have Lior. It is my turn for fame.

Please, let me try it again. I know I can fix her. Please Al

Sloth

You've already gotten what you wished for doctor Tucker.

Alphonse

Brother