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Mr. Han

Character

Han is a Xingese smuggler who specializes in moving people covertly across the Great Desert between Xing and Amestris. His hidden network lets Ling Yao, Lan Fan and Fu enter the country undetected, and he later aids the heroes on more than one occasion.

Species: Human
First Appearance (Manga): Chapter 40: Philosopher from the West
First Appearance (Anime): Episode 18
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Appearance

Han is recognizable by his spectacles and pointed goatee. A native of Xing, he carries himself with the quiet discretion his line of work demands.

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Personality

Little is spelled out about his temperament, but his readiness to be summoned again and again for risky jobs paints him as dependable and quietly bold, an operator at ease working in the shadows on both sides of the desert.

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History

His smuggling agency is what carries Ling Yao, Lan Fan and Fu safely across the Great Desert and into Amestris without raising alarm. When a plan forms to spirit Maria Ross out of the country, Ling calls on Han once more, and afterward the smuggler meets Heymans Breda, Alex Louis Armstrong and Edward Elric at Resembool to slip them into the ruins of Xerxes. Once the gathering at Xerxes concludes, Han departs for Xing with Fu, Ross and a handful of other travelers under his watch. His introduction is cut entirely from Brotherhood, so his presence with the group is merely implied there.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Mr. Han in Fullmetal Alchemist?

Mr. Han is a Xingese smuggler in Fullmetal Alchemist who specializes in moving people covertly across the Great Desert between Xing and Amestris. His hidden network lets Ling Yao, Lan Fan and Fu enter Amestris undetected.

How does Mr. Han help Ling Yao?

Mr. Han's smuggling agency carries Ling Yao, Lan Fan and Fu safely across the Great Desert and into Amestris without raising alarm. Ling calls on him again later when a plan forms to spirit Maria Ross out of the country.

Does Mr. Han appear in Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood?

Mr. Han's introduction is cut entirely from Brotherhood, so his presence with Ling Yao's group is only implied rather than shown on screen.

What does Mr. Han look like?

Mr. Han is recognizable by his spectacles and pointed goatee. As a native of Xing, he carries himself with the quiet discretion his smuggling work demands.

What happens to Mr. Han after the events in Xerxes?

After the gathering at the ruins of Xerxes concludes, Mr. Han departs for Xing, taking Fu, Maria Ross and a handful of other travelers under his watch.

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