A Thousand and One Nights

A vagabond singer with a quick wit who must navigate danger to win Armina’s heart. He is resourceful, impulsive, and increasingly reliant on the lamp’s magic to outsmart enemies and win freedom for himself and Abdullah.

Aladdin’s pickpocket friend who banters in 1940s slang and provides comic relief even as he shares perilous escapes. He values loyalty to Aladdin and often acts as a foil to the more serious prince-to-be plots.

The Sultan’s daughter whose beauty triggers Aladdin’s infatuation. She is aware of palace intrigues and tests of true devotion, eventually accepting love under the right, perilous circumstances.

The ruler of the realm, whose throne is endangered by a scheming twin and by political threats. He embodies royal duty and tempered authority, making high-stakes decisions about his daughter’s betrothal and the kingdom’s fate.

The Sultan’s twin brother who secretly plots to overthrow the throne. His charm and military wile mask a ruthless desire for power, driving the central conflict of the story.

The scheming royal adviser who seeks to marry Armina to secure his position. He embodies political maneuvering and the danger of corruption at the heart of the palace.

A sorcerer who lures Aladdin into the cave and manipulates outcomes with magic. His thirst for power leads to a tragic turn that tests the heroes’ trust in magic and fate.

The trusted servant who facilitates Armina’s escape and the lamp’s exchange. Her choices set crucial consequences in motion and reflect loyalty under pressure.

A modern-minded genie who grants Aladdin wishes and becomes entangled in the lovers’ fate. She brings humor, romance, and a twist by revealing a twin sister’s love.

A towering guardian in the cave who challenges Aladdin’s courage. His presence emphasizes the perils that guard magical power and the limits of human daring.