Another concept could be that Edward enters a virtual world within the fanfiction that is based on alchemy. Here, he has to use his gamer instincts as well as his alchemical knowledge to progress. He might encounter digital versions of alchemical creatures and have to defeat them using a combination of his gaming skills, like quick reflexes, and his alchemical powers, such as transmutation.
In some 'Edward Elric the Gamer' fanfiction, Edward may gain in - game abilities that affect his real - world interactions. Maybe he gets a 'detect magic' ability in the game which then helps him sense alchemical energy in his world, leading to all sorts of new adventures and challenges.
Alphonse Elric is often present. He might play a role in helping Edward understand and use his new gamer - like abilities in relation to alchemy. For example, he could be the one who discovers a new aspect of Edward's powers.
In this fanfiction, her role as an alchemist might be perceived differently. As a girl, she might face more discrimination in the male - dominated field of alchemy. This could lead to stories of her having to prove herself more often and in different ways than in the original story.
The challenges she faces can also be different. In the original story, Edward had his own set of difficulties as a male alchemist. As a female, she might face additional discrimination or different expectations in the world of alchemy. Fanfictions can explore how she overcomes these new challenges while still trying to achieve her goals like getting their bodies back (if following the main plot of the original story).
Some fanfictions might explore the concept of Edward being protected by an angel. The angel could be a new character or perhaps an existing character from the series in an angelic form. This protection could be due to a prophecy or because Edward has some special role to play in the grand scheme of things related to the angelic realm.
One interesting story could be where Edward uses his alchemy skills in a unique way related to milk. Maybe he discovers a new alchemical property of milk that helps him in his quest. For example, it could be a story where he uses milk to create a special potion that gives him temporary enhanced strength.
One idea could be a crossover where Edward and Urahara meet in a world that combines their respective universes. They could exchange knowledge about alchemy and spiritual powers. For example, Edward could be intrigued by Urahara's zanpakuto and its unique abilities, while Urahara might be interested in the principles of alchemy.
There might be a fanfiction where Edward gets a concussion while in a fight with an enemy. This could lead to him having strange dreams or hallucinations that are related to his past traumas and his journey to find the Philosopher's Stone. The concussion could be a trigger for him to re - evaluate some of his decisions and his relationship with alchemy.
One interesting fanfiction could be where Naruto and Edward Elric team up to fight a common enemy that has elements from both their worlds, like a chimera made of shadow clones and alchemy - based creatures. They'd use Naruto's ninja skills and Edward's alchemy in unique combinations.
One interesting fanfiction could be about Edward and Hohenheim going on a journey together to uncover a long - lost alchemical secret. They might face various challenges along the way and bond over their shared knowledge of alchemy.
Well, different takes on Edward Elric can be really exciting. For instance, when fanfictions explore his character in an alternate universe. Maybe he's a vampire or a wizard instead of an alchemist. These different settings completely change his story and relationships. It's like seeing a whole new side of him.