 If you liked
Monster
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 ...then you might like
Fullmetal Alchemist
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Both feature quests for undoing what was done. For Fullmetal Alchemist, the journey is that of recovering what was lost; for the protagonist of Monster, it is to end a life mistakenly saved. Although their plots diverge a fair bit, the overall feel is similar. There is great optimism and philanthropy in both, and although FMA has more levity to it, they contain a similar balance of tragedy and happiness.
They are both works of immense quality and dedication, similar in length and pacing, with an extensive cast and great characterization. 10/10 for both.
Although Monster's narrative is arguably more polished overall, FMA has a similar approach to its story (despite belonging in a different genre). Both shows rely on an element of mystery and refrain from rushing their respective plots, and sometimes seemingly stop dead in their tracks to focus on humanizing their character casts. Both shows are also very human stories at their core, focusing on relatable subjects (Monster being about morality and FMA being more about human obsession). Much like Dr. Tenma, FMA's Edward Elric is a person whose beliefs are being constantly challenged by the events of the story, making for some very thought-provoking character
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