"Magi: The Labyrinth of Magic" Ends After Eight Years of Publication

The long adventure ends for fantasy series “Magi: The Labyrinth of Magic” as the 46th issue of Shogakukan’s Weekly Shonen Sunday releases the 369th and final chapter of the series. Coming on November 17 will be the release of the 37th and final volume of the series following its 36th volume release on October 18.

To mark the release of the final volumes, Web Sunday has posted cover art for the volume along with a message from the author in their “Black Stage” section. Addressed to the fans the message stated:

"The image is the cover art for Magi’s final 37th volume to be released in November.
Magi will have its final chapter this week.
It has been a pleasure for me to draw the world of Magi for such a long time as eight years.
I think it has had some flaws, but I am happy if everyone can enjoy it as much as possible.

This is my last ‘Back Stage’ update for Magi, but I hope to see you again! "

“Magi: The Labyrinth of Magic” is a fantasy action adventure manga series written and illustrated by Shinobu Ohtaka. Released on June 3, 2009, the series has until now, been under the publication of the Weekly Shounen Sunday magazine. In the course of its run the series has been adapted into an anime series and an OVA.

The story of the series tells of young secluded boy named Aladdin, travelling the world and encountering a young man named Alibaba Saluja. Together they slowly become friends and conquer the Amon dungeon while also fighting a ruthless villain and gaining another companion named Morgiana. But in the aftermath of their victory, Aladdin suddenly finds himself whisked away and ends up discovering that he is in fact a Magi, a class of rare magician. Thus, marks the start of his story.

On another note, in commemoration of the end of the series, the manga has gained a spot on the cover page of the issue.

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