Michiko Neya
Voice ActorMichiko Neya is a Japanese voice actress best known in the Fullmetal Alchemist franchise for playing Riza Hawkeye, the sharpshooting lieutenant loyal to Roy Mustang.
Fullmetal Alchemist Role
Neya voices Riza Hawkeye in the original Fullmetal Alchemist anime, a disciplined military sniper who serves as Roy Mustang's most trusted subordinate and closest confidante throughout the series. The role is one of the more prominent supporting parts in the show's ensemble military cast, and it came during an especially active stretch of Neya's career in the 2000s.
Career and Notable Roles
Formerly affiliated with Arts Vision and now working as a freelancer, Neya has voiced characters across decades of anime and games, including the title role in New Cutie Honey, Melissa Mao in Full Metal Panic!, and Jun Tao in both the original and 2021 Shaman King series. Her video game credits include Sophitia in the Soul Edge and Soulcalibur franchises and Natalia in Tales of the Abyss.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Michiko Neya still acting?
Yes, Neya remains active in the industry, with a career listed as running from 1988 to the present. She was formerly affiliated with Arts Vision and now works as a freelancer.
What is Michiko Neya's most famous role?
Neya voices Riza Hawkeye in the original Fullmetal Alchemist anime, a disciplined military sniper who serves as Roy Mustang's most trusted subordinate. It is one of the more prominent supporting parts in the show's ensemble military cast.
What other anime has Michiko Neya voiced?
Neya voiced the title role in New Cutie Honey, Melissa Mao in Full Metal Panic!, and Jun Tao in both the original and 2021 Shaman King series. Her career spans decades of anime work.
What video games has Michiko Neya voiced characters in?
Neya's video game credits include Sophitia in the Soul Edge and Soulcalibur franchises and Natalia in Tales of the Abyss. These roles run alongside her extensive anime resume.
When did Michiko Neya begin her voice acting career?
Neya was born in 1965 and began her professional career in 1988. Her Riza Hawkeye role came during an especially active stretch of that career in the 2000s.
Sources & Information
This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the Fullmetal Alchemist anime series, manga, and official materials. Fullmetal Alchemist was created by Hiromu Arakawa, published by Square Enix, and animated by Bones. All rights to Fullmetal Alchemist and its characters belong to their respective owners. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
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- Animated byBones
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