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Aladdin: Legacy of the Lost #1-3
Aladdin: Legacy of the Lost
From the mystical city of Shambhalla to the ends of the Earth comes a tale of magic, mystery and the motivations of power. It is the world of Ala ad-Din, better known as ALADDIN.
Thief, gambler, liar and cheat, Aladdin’s reckless soul falls under the eye of the sorcerer Qassim, who has spent his life scouring the sands for the Dreaming Jewel. This lost relic of shattering power will enable Qassim to steal the magic of the Djinn of the Lamp and reshape the world in his own malicious design. But to do so, he requires a mystical ability carried within Aladdin's blood...power that not even Aladdin himself knows about. An epic adventure that twists the classic saga into dark, unexplored territories with multi-Eisner nominated writer Ian Edginton!
Thief, gambler, liar and cheat, Aladdin’s reckless soul falls under the eye of the sorcerer Qassim, who has spent his life scouring the sands for the Dreaming Jewel. This lost relic of shattering power will enable Qassim to steal the magic of the Djinn of the Lamp and reshape the world in his own malicious design. But to do so, he requires a mystical ability carried within Aladdin's blood...power that not even Aladdin himself knows about. An epic adventure that twists the classic saga into dark, unexplored territories with multi-Eisner nominated writer Ian Edginton!
152 pages, Paperback
First published July 20, 2010
About the author
Ian Edginton
798 books149 followersEdginton sees part of the key to his success coming from good relationships with artists, especially D'Israeli and Steve Yeowell as well as Steve Pugh and Mike Collins. He is best known for his steampunk/alternative history work (often with the artist D'Israeli) and is the co-creator of Scarlet Traces, a sequel to their adaptation of H.G. Wells' The War of the Worlds. With 2000 AD we has written Leviathan, Stickleback and, with art by Steve Yeowell, The Red Seas as well as one-off serials such as American Gothic (2005).
His stories often have a torturous gestation. Scarlet Traces was an idea he had when first reading The War of the Worlds, its first few instalments appeared on Cool Beans website, before being serialised in the Judge Dredd Megazine. Also The Red Seas was initially going to be drawn by Phil Winslade and be the final release by Epic but Winslade was still tied up with Goddess and when ideas for replacement artists were rejected Epic was finally wound up - the series only re-emerging when Edginton was pitching ideas to Matt Smith at the start of his 2000 AD career.
With D'Israeli he has created a number of new series including Stickleback, a tale of a strange villain in an alternative Victorian London, and Gothic, which he describes as "Mary Shelley's Doc Savage". With Simon Davis he recently worked on a survival horror series, Stone Island, and he has also produced a comic version of the computer game Hellgate: London with Steve Pugh.
He is currently working on a dinosaurs and cowboys story called Sixgun Logic. Also as part of Top Cow's Pilot Season he has written an Angelus one-shot.
http://comicbookdb.com/creator.php?ID...
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His stories often have a torturous gestation. Scarlet Traces was an idea he had when first reading The War of the Worlds, its first few instalments appeared on Cool Beans website, before being serialised in the Judge Dredd Megazine. Also The Red Seas was initially going to be drawn by Phil Winslade and be the final release by Epic but Winslade was still tied up with Goddess and when ideas for replacement artists were rejected Epic was finally wound up - the series only re-emerging when Edginton was pitching ideas to Matt Smith at the start of his 2000 AD career.
With D'Israeli he has created a number of new series including Stickleback, a tale of a strange villain in an alternative Victorian London, and Gothic, which he describes as "Mary Shelley's Doc Savage". With Simon Davis he recently worked on a survival horror series, Stone Island, and he has also produced a comic version of the computer game Hellgate: London with Steve Pugh.
He is currently working on a dinosaurs and cowboys story called Sixgun Logic. Also as part of Top Cow's Pilot Season he has written an Angelus one-shot.
http://comicbookdb.com/creator.php?ID...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ian_Edgi...
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September 8, 2020
Story - 4.00
Graphics - 2.50
This is much darker version of the alladin that we know. The drawing/illustration is too dark for my liking. But still this is something good to read.
Graphics - 2.50
This is much darker version of the alladin that we know. The drawing/illustration is too dark for my liking. But still this is something good to read.
August 5, 2020
I don't remember the details in Alladin's original story, but this more mature version is a fantasy tale worth reading. I suspect some names were also changed. You still have the desirable lamp, but most of the focus is on Aladdin's good heart and courage. He will gladly sacrifice himself for love. I suppose the comic can also be seen as a coming of age tale. Aladdin's quest makes him more mature and able to appreciate the true riches in life.
Alladin, a skilled thief born by a whore in a brothel, is constrained by Qassim the sorceror to recover a magical item - a lamp of great value. He succeeds, but the sorceror then tries to kill him. Alladin not only escapes, but steals back the lamp and discovers its great power - the djinn within. He gains three wishes the first of which is to create a huge castle to lord over.
Alladin, a skilled thief born by a whore in a brothel, is constrained by Qassim the sorceror to recover a magical item - a lamp of great value. He succeeds, but the sorceror then tries to kill him. Alladin not only escapes, but steals back the lamp and discovers its great power - the djinn within. He gains three wishes the first of which is to create a huge castle to lord over.
February 3, 2018
A very strong 4, almost 4.5 stars. The artwork is gorgeous! I love all the dark shadowing done and the intricate details at other times. I just loved the images! The story was a well done take on the story of Aladdin that follows most closely to the Arabian Nights. However there are some differences too, especially when you add in Sinbad. But you can never go wrong adding him to the tales!
If you are looking for a happy, genie-singing Disney style tale, go away now. This is not that. This is much more mature and darker. And I loved it for that! My only gripe is some story parts and dialogue seem a bit jumpy and Like the writers needed more panels to flesh out their side of the tale better. Still, very enjoyable collection and one that has earned a spot on my shelves to stay.
If you are looking for a happy, genie-singing Disney style tale, go away now. This is not that. This is much more mature and darker. And I loved it for that! My only gripe is some story parts and dialogue seem a bit jumpy and Like the writers needed more panels to flesh out their side of the tale better. Still, very enjoyable collection and one that has earned a spot on my shelves to stay.
October 26, 2010
This is a fair retelling of the Aladdin story from the original Arabian Nights Tales. Although this version is more mature and significantly darker than the popular Disney version, it's still fairly tame and westernized when compared to the original. That said, it's a fairly decent fantasy tale filled with magic and adventure.
The artwork, while technically accomplished, just doesn't work for me. It's often very dark in color, making it just plain hard to see what's going on. His storytelling, particularly in going from panel to panel, is very limited. Great at the splashpages, but everything else just fell flat to me.
The artwork, while technically accomplished, just doesn't work for me. It's often very dark in color, making it just plain hard to see what's going on. His storytelling, particularly in going from panel to panel, is very limited. Great at the splashpages, but everything else just fell flat to me.
November 5, 2017
This version combines multiple tellings of Aladdin and Sinbad. I liked that they included the genie of the ring. It was a key point of the story excluded from the famous Disney film. I found the story itself to be jumpy and underdeveloped. The imagery was well done but a bit dark for my taste. I thought it didn't mesh with the story of Aladdin. It reminded me more of The Prince of Persia or Assassin's Creed.
I would have liked to see more character development or a longer story. There was room to improve.
I would have liked to see more character development or a longer story. There was room to improve.
September 8, 2010
Arthur Suydam states in the forward that writer Ian Edington combines multiple tellings of the Sinbad and Aladdin tales that been done over the years. Perhaps that is why this is only a good, slightly better than average, read. Concentrating on one thread would have been a better idea, and I would have liked more about the djinn of the ring and the lamp and their love story which I found the to be the newest and most interesting twist on this standard tale.
May 22, 2020
I read the original single issues of this 3 issue mini-series (Radical Comics, 2010) Very cinematic, no surprise from this short-lived company (used comics as storyboards to pitch movie ideas).Nice script from Ian Edginton. Cool art by Stjepan Sejic A neat little spin on the Aladdin story, adding Sinbad, more genies, and an immortal race of demonic gods into the mix. 3.5 STARS out of 5.
June 29, 2019
Not bad. Not great. Not too fond of the digital artwork.
June 19, 2025
It's gets a bit exposition-y in the third act, but overall a nice presentation of the classic tale.
September 9, 2013
This was a beautifully done graphic novel retelling of Aladdin. Definitely more of an adult take on the tale. I enjoyed reading it a lot.
Aladdin is a thief who grabs the attention of the sorcerer Qassim. Qassim wants Aladdin to help him steal the Jewel of Dreaming because Aladdin has a secret power. Little does Aladdin know he will be drawn into a battle between two genies and two kingdoms.
The thing that will immediately grab your attention is the absolutely stunning artwork. It is full color, epic, and absolutely breathtaking. I love graphic novels filled with beautiful artwork, so I really enjoyed this one.
The book isn’t all about the art though, there is a very good story here as well. If you are familiar with the tale of Aladdin you will recognize many parts of it here. However there are some additions and embellishments.
In addition to Aladdin trying to outsmart Qassim and win the heart of a princess, there is the story of two Genie woven in as well. The two Genie are imprisoned in separate prisons, but were once a couple. It was an interesting dynamic to have intertwined with Aladdin’s story.
The battle scenes are absolutely awesome and incredibly well illustrated. There are some scantily dressed women and bloody scenes, so I would personally recommend for adult and older; although young adults would probably be fine reading this too.
Overall I really enjoyed this graphic novel. The illustration is a work of high art and absolutely breathtaking. The story is very well done, with more depth and dimension than many other Aladdin tales I have read. The story really has an epic feel to it and I enjoyed it alot. Highly recommended to fans of fantasy graphic novels.
Aladdin is a thief who grabs the attention of the sorcerer Qassim. Qassim wants Aladdin to help him steal the Jewel of Dreaming because Aladdin has a secret power. Little does Aladdin know he will be drawn into a battle between two genies and two kingdoms.
The thing that will immediately grab your attention is the absolutely stunning artwork. It is full color, epic, and absolutely breathtaking. I love graphic novels filled with beautiful artwork, so I really enjoyed this one.
The book isn’t all about the art though, there is a very good story here as well. If you are familiar with the tale of Aladdin you will recognize many parts of it here. However there are some additions and embellishments.
In addition to Aladdin trying to outsmart Qassim and win the heart of a princess, there is the story of two Genie woven in as well. The two Genie are imprisoned in separate prisons, but were once a couple. It was an interesting dynamic to have intertwined with Aladdin’s story.
The battle scenes are absolutely awesome and incredibly well illustrated. There are some scantily dressed women and bloody scenes, so I would personally recommend for adult and older; although young adults would probably be fine reading this too.
Overall I really enjoyed this graphic novel. The illustration is a work of high art and absolutely breathtaking. The story is very well done, with more depth and dimension than many other Aladdin tales I have read. The story really has an epic feel to it and I enjoyed it alot. Highly recommended to fans of fantasy graphic novels.
March 22, 2020
No puede dejar de sentir magia en este libro. Desde el principio, el potencial que emanaba iba siendo explotado. Casi la misma historia que en la película de Disney hasta cuándo Aladdín visita a la princesa en su cuarto.
Es una historia más adulta que la que conocemos, pero creo que se acerca más a como se escribió en las mil y una noches árabes.
Aladdín tiene un arco de personaje de héroe y es asistido por Sinbad el marino como un mentor veterano en sus aventuras.
El misticismo es mucho más explorado en este libro y se ven diferentes criaturas y lugares y, gracias al excelente coloreado, se siente como un sueño de principio a fin. Cada personaje tiene una clara motivación y la trama se mueve gracias a cada una de ellas. Personajes evolucionan y perecen porque quieren algo, y bueno, eso es lo que sucede en la vida.
El dibujo es solo realista al momento de dibujar personajes. Los fondos y las criaturas magicas, hacen este un comic que usa como puente el realismo para llevarte a la fantasía.
No te pierdas de esta noche de arabia y gozarla.
Es una historia más adulta que la que conocemos, pero creo que se acerca más a como se escribió en las mil y una noches árabes.
Aladdín tiene un arco de personaje de héroe y es asistido por Sinbad el marino como un mentor veterano en sus aventuras.
El misticismo es mucho más explorado en este libro y se ven diferentes criaturas y lugares y, gracias al excelente coloreado, se siente como un sueño de principio a fin. Cada personaje tiene una clara motivación y la trama se mueve gracias a cada una de ellas. Personajes evolucionan y perecen porque quieren algo, y bueno, eso es lo que sucede en la vida.
El dibujo es solo realista al momento de dibujar personajes. Los fondos y las criaturas magicas, hacen este un comic que usa como puente el realismo para llevarte a la fantasía.
No te pierdas de esta noche de arabia y gozarla.
December 2, 2012
Appeal Characteristics: re-working of a fairy tale classic, adventure, thrills, chills, dark, soupy, gritty, art realistic, fast-paced
You go from wanting to sing the Disney songs...to screaming with fear in this rendition. The only thing it has in common with the Disney version is its name. Never fear though! I actually liked the story. It follows the same story line (it makes me want to actually read the original tale now)as Aladdin isn't this care-free boy, but a hot-headed schemer who trusts no one and struggles with his identity. Add on the fact of the evil sorcerer and the crazy scary genie...and you have like Edgar Allen Poe retelling of Aladdin. That's just the beginning of the creepy undertones. The princess is no cute little blip on the radar...either. Anyway, it was a definite "different" ride in discovering this whole new Aladdin world.
You go from wanting to sing the Disney songs...to screaming with fear in this rendition. The only thing it has in common with the Disney version is its name. Never fear though! I actually liked the story. It follows the same story line (it makes me want to actually read the original tale now)as Aladdin isn't this care-free boy, but a hot-headed schemer who trusts no one and struggles with his identity. Add on the fact of the evil sorcerer and the crazy scary genie...and you have like Edgar Allen Poe retelling of Aladdin. That's just the beginning of the creepy undertones. The princess is no cute little blip on the radar...either. Anyway, it was a definite "different" ride in discovering this whole new Aladdin world.
April 28, 2014
A very interesting spin on the classic tale. Aladdin pickpockets and after witnessing this an evil lord asks him to steal price jewels and a lamp.
Only read a snippet of this but it's really good, will definitely check out full version. The illustrations alone are worth 2 stars. They are done in a painted like style, 2nd comic I've read to have this style. If you like great illustrations and enjoy the classic tale of Aladdin you should enjoy this.
Only read a snippet of this but it's really good, will definitely check out full version. The illustrations alone are worth 2 stars. They are done in a painted like style, 2nd comic I've read to have this style. If you like great illustrations and enjoy the classic tale of Aladdin you should enjoy this.
March 24, 2012
A beautiful adaptation of Aladdin. The artwork is stunning. The story is a little different from the Disney one we all know, but that works to its advantage because you do not know what happens next. There's enough action scenes and plot twists to please everybody. It's a bit gory and the there is some bad language so not for the kids.
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January 7, 2023Read Issue #1 for free on Comixology. Wow, this was awesome. Always loved the Disney movie, and that's all I know of this popular story. The art is fantastic, and that alone makes me want to continue reading this. Also the fact that it's very dark, love it.
December 22, 2013
First issue was uninspiring and a drawn out repeat of what we already know just with very lovely art. Second issue seemed to be the same... about halfway through was when we see some real storytelling.
December 23, 2010
The artwork for this is absolutely stunning so I gave it 4 stars. The story? Meh, it was alright, but nothing to get excited about.
April 19, 2012
Nice artwork but story never reaches its full potential. Action scenes are particularly unsatisfying and characters weave in and out with little to differentiate them.
June 17, 2016
3 stars
August 8, 2016
This had great artwork! the story was good but the writing was rough. Some things could have been less cheesy. It was good!
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