Magi: labyrinth of Magic

Magi is a manga written by Ohtaka Shinobu, known for "Sumomomo Momomo" manga series.
The mangaka brings to life the Arabian-Nights theme albeit with liberal modifications. Magi is published in Weeky Shounen Sunday home to Gin no Saji and Detective Conan among others.

The characters from the manga are primarily themed after the ones in the Arabian nights. We have, Aladin, Alibaba, Sinbad and so on. Magi; A term used to denote people with the ability to read the  stars, alter fate that the stars foretold. Magi from the Christianity refers to Matthew's Wise men from East. Magi were people well versed in the art of Alchemy, ability to modify fate and predict the Future and alter it.

This basic theme exists in the manga. The underlying theme is that A powerful magi and a King backed by this magi will rule the world. These are the wishes of King Solomon. Obviously when good exists, evil cannot be far behind, the dark magi/people want to destroy the world and re-create a new one,Duh!  The theme and basic plot of this manga is quite a common one. Good vs. Evil.

Unto the plot....

In the magi world, dungeons have been popping up in recent past, and it is said that anyone who conquers it, i.e comes out of it alive after exploring the depths, receives a metallic vessel which contains a djin. More dungeons one conquers more djins he receives. Djins are a source of magic and can be manipulated and wielded in combat. They can take shape of any weapon depending on their nature. The dungeons are filled with gold and other precious metals. Conquering a Dungeon also makes one rich.

Aladin(10) the main protagonist of the manga is a Magi and for unknown reason, trapped in The Scared Temple for a long time. Unable to bear it anymore, He along with his djin Ugo who comes in a flute, escape the temple, Sadly Ugo-kun's head had to left behind. Aladin and the headless djin are first introduced, while traveling the world trying to find other djin's. During his travels he meets, Alibaba(18) a prince travelling incognito who initially aims to be a dungeon conquerer. Aladin and Alibaba after a series of comic events, become good friends and decide to plunge into a dungeon. Well ya, sorry about that, but i really don't want to go into the details of their formative friendship days. Its more fun to read it.

Aladin and the magic lamp.

Alibaba: From the Forty thieves.

Aladin and Alibaba; Character Profiling.

Supple girls. Supple Girls... Horny 10 yr old kid. Oooh. 

Ah, so thats how you kiss.

Oh you boob loving little 10 year old you. Aladin. 

Alibaba to the rescue

Indignant ali.

Aladin full form!!!

As they continue their travels together, the boys meets Morgiana ,a slave who along with her master  enter the dungeon with Aladin and Alibaba. After the dungeon arc, the boys spilt up, each going their separate ways. Morgiana, now free of her master, decides to return to her homeland, but well as it always happens, postpone's the trip to meet up with Aladin and Alibaba .Go Mor. On a side note here. Morgiana is probably one of the strongest female characters ever in mangas. Her strength can be compared to that of Erza Scarlet from Fairy tail. Although she speaks very little her kicks pack a punch. 

Mor kicks ass!!!

In the course of his journey, Aladin learns about magi, his role in the scheme of things and makes important friends. Alibaba is revealed to be the prince of a country  and he has plenty of growing up to do. Along the way we are introduced to various drool worthy and strong characters like Sinbad who is a acclaimed dungeon conquerer and King of Sandria, a country founded by him.  

Sinbad:
Source: magi.wikia.com

The manga is currently undergoing serialization and the translations are way behind. Although they get updated very quick. Magi; The labyrinth of magic is the story of The Magi Aladin his chosen king Alibaba and their friends in quest to protect the world from the Black Magi and the people who oppose King Solomon. 

Thoughts: 

After briefly describing the manga, i figured i should mention my thoughts of the same, Magi is quickly becoming one of my favorites, considering Bleach is currently at its suckiest best. After One Piece, magi comes in close second. I really enjoy the humour and the plot of this manga. Good vs Evil is nothing new, but with the Arabian Nights theme and with hot drool worthy lead roles this manga genuinely is able to hold the reader's interest. The manga has plenty of action and fight sequences and liberally sprinkled with sentiments and "aww" moments. The plot and story is bit hard to explain without revealing too much, so i refrain from that. It is best to read and form opinions on the manga. 

Art:  The art is nice and clean and chibi versions are beyond cute. It does remind me of fairy tail to an extent and yankee kun-megane chan to a greater extent. Sinbad is by far the hottest character in the manga, Mor and Aladin the cutest.

Rating:

Chara: 9/10

Art: 8.5/10

Entertainment: 10/10

Story: 9/10

Absolutely Recommended.