Ep 20. The Two Princes

The Two Princes is the twentieth episode of the first season of Magi. It starts with Alibaba and Aladdin meeting the leader of the Organization, Sinbad, and his crew. Sinbad, one of the most powerful and respected people in the world of Magi, agrees to help Alibaba and Aladdin by lending them a ship to go to Balbadd, where the Kou Empire is planning to invade and take over.

Back in Balbadd, the Prince of Balbadd, Abhmad Saluja, holds a public speech, where he announces his new tax reforms that he believes will help the country's economy grow. However, the people of Balbadd are not happy and oppressed, they are already suffering from hunger and poverty under the current tax system. And things only get worse when Kou Empire's army arrives in Balbadd, ready to invade and take control of the country.

Alibaba, Aladdin, and Morgiana arrive in Balbadd, and with the help of the Thieves Guild, they manage to sneak into the Palace to meet with Prince Abhmad. But they quickly realize that Abhmad is not willing to help them overthrow his own brother, King Ahbmad, who is the one behind all the tax reforms and is collaborating with the Kou Empire.

As Alibaba and his friends try to figure out what to do next, they overhear a conversation between Abhmad and the Kou Emperor's advisors, revealing that Kou Empire's true intention is to take over Balbadd's resources, such as its vast oil reserves. In addition, they plan to use Balbadd as a stepping stone to conquer other countries in the region.

Meanwhile, Sinbad and his crew arrive in Balbadd and join forces with Alibaba and the others. They come up with a plan to defeat the Kou Empire's army, but things get complicated when Prince Abhmad betrays them and joins forces with his brother, King Ahbmad, to stop Alibaba and his friends.

The Two Princes is a thrilling episode that showcases the complex political situation in the world of Magi. It highlights the power of greed and corruption and the importance of friendship and teamwork in overcoming challenging situations. The episode also introduces new characters, such as Sinbad and his crew, who will go on to play vital roles in the later episodes. The animation and sound design are excellent, creating an immersive and captivating world that keeps viewers engaged from start to finish.