Description
"Magi" is a fantasy adventure anime series set in a world inspired by the tales of "One Thousand and One Nights." The narrative revolves around Aladdin, a young boy with mysterious origins and a magical flute containing a djinn named Ugo. Aladdin embarks on a journey to explore the world and understand his purpose, encountering various individuals and civilizations along the way. His path crosses with Alibaba Saluja, a kind-hearted and ambitious young man who dreams of conquering a dungeon to gain wealth and power. Together, they form a bond and set out to conquer the dungeon Amon, where they gain immense power and form a deeper connection to the world's magical system.
The world of "Magi" is divided into multiple nations, each governed by its own political and social structures. Central to the story are the dungeons, ancient structures that house powerful djinn and treasures. Those who conquer a dungeon become Dungeon Captains and gain the ability to wield the djinn's power, known as a Metal Vessel. Alibaba and Aladdin's success in Amon marks the beginning of their involvement in larger conflicts, as they become entangled in the struggles of nations and the machinations of powerful figures.
As the story progresses, Aladdin and Alibaba are joined by Morgiana, a former slave from the Fanalis tribe, who possesses extraordinary physical strength and agility. The trio forms a close-knit group, supporting each other through their adventures. Their journey takes them to the Kou Empire, a powerful nation seeking to expand its influence, and the Reim Empire, a rival superpower. The series explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the consequences of power, as the characters navigate complex political landscapes and confront moral dilemmas.
The narrative also delves into the concept of Rukh, the essence of life and destiny that flows through all living beings. The manipulation of Rukh by certain individuals and organizations plays a significant role in the overarching conflict. Aladdin, as a Magi, is a chosen individual with the ability to guide others and influence the flow of Rukh. His role as a Magi places him at the center of the world's balance, as he seeks to prevent the rise of dark forces that threaten to disrupt harmony.
Key antagonists include the Al-Thamen organization, a shadowy group that seeks to sow chaos and destruction by manipulating Rukh and exploiting human desires. The series also introduces other Magi, such as Judar, who serves as a foil to Aladdin and often aligns with Al-Thamen. The interactions between these characters drive much of the conflict, as their differing ideologies and goals clash.
Throughout the series, the characters grow and evolve, facing personal challenges and making difficult choices. Alibaba struggles with his desire to protect his friends and his ambition to create a better world, while Morgiana seeks to overcome her past and find her place in the world. Aladdin, as the central figure, grapples with his responsibilities as a Magi and his desire to protect those he cares about. The story weaves together action, intrigue, and emotional depth, creating a rich and engaging narrative that explores the complexities of its world and characters.
The world of "Magi" is divided into multiple nations, each governed by its own political and social structures. Central to the story are the dungeons, ancient structures that house powerful djinn and treasures. Those who conquer a dungeon become Dungeon Captains and gain the ability to wield the djinn's power, known as a Metal Vessel. Alibaba and Aladdin's success in Amon marks the beginning of their involvement in larger conflicts, as they become entangled in the struggles of nations and the machinations of powerful figures.
As the story progresses, Aladdin and Alibaba are joined by Morgiana, a former slave from the Fanalis tribe, who possesses extraordinary physical strength and agility. The trio forms a close-knit group, supporting each other through their adventures. Their journey takes them to the Kou Empire, a powerful nation seeking to expand its influence, and the Reim Empire, a rival superpower. The series explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the consequences of power, as the characters navigate complex political landscapes and confront moral dilemmas.
The narrative also delves into the concept of Rukh, the essence of life and destiny that flows through all living beings. The manipulation of Rukh by certain individuals and organizations plays a significant role in the overarching conflict. Aladdin, as a Magi, is a chosen individual with the ability to guide others and influence the flow of Rukh. His role as a Magi places him at the center of the world's balance, as he seeks to prevent the rise of dark forces that threaten to disrupt harmony.
Key antagonists include the Al-Thamen organization, a shadowy group that seeks to sow chaos and destruction by manipulating Rukh and exploiting human desires. The series also introduces other Magi, such as Judar, who serves as a foil to Aladdin and often aligns with Al-Thamen. The interactions between these characters drive much of the conflict, as their differing ideologies and goals clash.
Throughout the series, the characters grow and evolve, facing personal challenges and making difficult choices. Alibaba struggles with his desire to protect his friends and his ambition to create a better world, while Morgiana seeks to overcome her past and find her place in the world. Aladdin, as the central figure, grapples with his responsibilities as a Magi and his desire to protect those he cares about. The story weaves together action, intrigue, and emotional depth, creating a rich and engaging narrative that explores the complexities of its world and characters.
Episodes
Staffel 1
1Aladdin and Alibaba
2Dungeon Suite
3The Sorceror of Creation
4People of the Plains
5Dungeon Clearer
6Fanalis, the Warrior Tribe
7His Name is Sinbad
8A Broken Promise
9A Prince's Duty
10His Name is Judal
11A New Visitor
12Determination and Separation
13Prince of the Revolution
14Alibaba's Answer
15Kassim's Answer
16Solomon's Wisdom
17Smile
18Sindria Kingdom
19The Name of the Culprit is Sinbad
20The Two Princes
21The Dungeon Zagan
22Household of Flames
23Battle Cry
24Fall from Grace
25Alibaba and Aladdin
Cast
- SindbadSimon T. Roden
- PistiRumi Ōkubo
- Ali BabaSunke Janssen
- Ren Hakuryu
- Ren Hakuei
- Morgiane
- Alibaba Saluja
- Yamraiha
- Ithnan
- Drakon
- Sharrkan
- Kōgyoku Ren
- Seishun Lee
- Jafar
- Ka KobunClaus Thull-Emden
- Hakuryu RenArne Obermeyer
- Judal
- Ren KogyukuKerstin Kramer
- Sharrakan
- Cassim
- Hakuei Ren
- Hinahoho
- Kōbun Ka
- Spartos
- Hakuryū Ren
- Morgiana
Comment(s)
Staff
- DirectorKoji Masunari
- Script
- Episode DirectorTōru NakasugiHiroshi TakeuchiKazunobu ShimizuAyako KurataKiyoshi MurayamaDaisuke TakashimaNaotaka HayashiTetsuya WakanoHideki NagamachiYūji YanaseTakahiro MajimaKazuhide KondoYoshihiro YanagiyaKana ShundoTakahiro KawakoshiHidetoshi Takahashi
- MusicShirō Sagisu
- Character DesignToshifumi Akai
- Chief Animation DirectorToshifumi Akai
- Sound DirectorHiromi Kikuta
- Executive producerAtsuhiro IwakamiTakeshi Ochi
- Series Composition
- StoryboardMasayuki KojimaMamoru KanbeKoji MasunariMichio FukudaTensai OkamuraHiroshi TakeuchiKatsuyuki KoderaTatsuyuki NagaiTakayuki InagakiAyako KurataTakahiro ToyomasuMasato TamagawaNaotaka HayashiHideki NagamachiYūji YanaseNaomi NakayamaYutaka YamamotoMamiko SekiyaRui Sawamura
- Unit DirectorTatsuyuki NagaiHideki Nagamachi
- Original creator
- Art DirectorAyu KawamotoTaichi Maezuka
- Animation DirectorMasahiro SekiguchiKōichi UsamiShinichi SuzukiAtsushi SatōToshiharu MurataShinichirō MinamiYoshiko NakajimaHideaki ShimadaAtsushi NishigoriYumiko IshiiKeizō ShimizuToshiyuki FujisawaShigetaka KiyoyamaKeiko IjimaKenji HattoriAyako KurataTakashi KumazenAsami KomatsuToshifumi AkaiKazumasa OriiChie NishizawaMaki KōnoHiroyuki KaidouShōhei HamaguchiTatsunori SakamotoNaoto YoshidaYu KuriharaShinobu ŌkōchiMiyuki KurokiIkuma FujibeSatoshi SakaiHitomi OchiaiSunao ChikaokaKatsuhiro KumagaiYi Jun LinSayuri SakimotoKii Tanaka
- Director of PhotographyYoshihiro Sekiya
- ProducerTomoyuki SaitoHiroo MaruyamaTomonori OchikoshiShunsuke SaitoHiroyuki Shimizu
Production
- ProductionMOVICMainichi Broadcasting SystemShogakukan-Shueisha ProductionsAniplexDentsu Inc.GyaO!MAGI Production Committee
- Animation ProductionA-1 Pictures
Relations
Anime overview
Manga overview
Music
Opening
Ep. 1-12
“V.I.P”
Ep. 13-25
“Matataku Hoshi no Shita de”
Ending
“The Bravery”




