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When it's time to review on old and pretty much forgotten film (given everything that has happened in the franchise since), it's hard to not have some sort of relevancy bias. But, while it's by no means an animated masterpiece, FMA: The Conqueror of Shamballa still has a unique value to it that is all too easy to bypass Displaying an art style that stays loyal to the series while giving it a new depth, combined with action sequences that flow with an effortless smoothness, FMA: The Conqueror of Shamballa delivers on visual thrills. Also worth mentioning is the cleverness on the part of the ... writers to weave a historical context into the story. But where it really works is on an emotional level. The soundtrack of the film, in particular the opening title sequence, gives off a sentimental vibe that works so well with the plot. And while the reunion between the two brothers is already known to be inevitable, it still has that unexpectedly strong impact to it that will definitely stay with me for a long time. While the main villain was underdeveloped and the ending can only be truly appreciated by those who have seen the entire series, FMA: The Conqueror of Shamballa does just enough to give a satisfying conclusion to the series.