[It is quite gratifying to be complimented, but it would probably be more so if he wasn't so worried about people commenting on his body at all. He's just a normal guy wearing normal armour, there's nothing odd to see here at all!]

Sure, that's why I wear it. Especially here, there's so much going on that's new, it's better to be as safe as possible.

[He takes a half step closer to the other boy, trying to make sure he's as covered as possible before they head out into the dangerous rain.]

I'm Al, by the way, Alphonse Elric.