Bonus Chapter: Prince of the Dawn, Prologue
Manga ChapterA brief prologue chapter in which the crown prince of Aerugo arrives in Central on a diplomatic visit, triggering a ceasefire and a citywide celebration, while the Elrics continue their own search and the prince harbors a private resolve.
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Summary
The heir to the Aerugan throne, Prince Claudio Rico, travels to Central on a diplomatic errand, and his visit brings a temporary halt to the clashes along the Southern Border. Much of the chapter dwells on how eagerly the city anticipates the crown prince's arrival. It first catches up with Edward and Alphonse as they comb Central for May Chang and her black-and-white cat, Shao May, pestering local citizens for leads.
Key Events
A radio bulletin announcing the ceasefire with Aerugo cuts through the brothers' search and turns the whole city toward a sweeping celebration in Claudio Rico's honor. Many soldiers are granted leave to join the festivities, and several servicewomen swoon over newspaper photographs of the prince, much to Roy Mustang's irritation. The prologue closes on Claudio himself, riding toward Central in a private train car and vowing under his breath that there is now no escape.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Prince Claudio Rico in Bonus Chapter: Prince of the Dawn, Prologue?
Claudio Rico is the crown prince of Aerugo who travels to Central on a diplomatic errand, an event that briefly halts the fighting along the Southern Border.
What are Edward and Alphonse Elric doing during this bonus chapter?
While the city buzzes over the prince's arrival, Edward and Alphonse are busy combing Central for May Chang and her cat Shao May, questioning local citizens for leads.
How does Central react to Prince Claudio Rico's visit?
The city throws a sweeping celebration in the prince's honor, soldiers are granted leave to join in, and several servicewomen swoon over newspaper photographs of him, irritating Roy Mustang.
What does Prince Claudio Rico vow at the end of the chapter?
Riding toward Central in a private train car, Claudio Rico mutters to himself that there is now no escape, hinting at a private resolve tied to his visit.
Where does Bonus Chapter: Prince of the Dawn, Prologue appear in the manga?
The short piece runs as a brief extra chapter at the close of Volume 23 of the tankobon collection, setting up the prince's larger role.
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