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Arthur is relieved when Balinor the Dragonlord agrees to help, but dismayed when he refuses to come back to Camelot. Instead, Arthur is stuck waiting in the middle of nowhere while Balinor calls the dragon. To make matters worse, Arthur’s idiot manservant clearly has a massive crush on the guy: despite him being a grumpy, straggly, cave-dwelling sorcerer, who makes terrible cabbage pottage, Merlin hasn’t taken his eyes off him! Arthur will tolerate this nonsense for a couple of days, but only because he must save Camelot.
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Merlin, disappointed after his friends are once again too busy to spend time with him, receives a job from Gaius - travel to the village of Cholcate and see how the people there are faring.
Ranger John is asked to escort Merlin to his home village. Since he was going there anyway for his sister's wedding, he was pleased to do so. He wasn't expecting to stumble on a kingdom-ending conspiracy and a high-value target for the Camelot army. He just had to hope that they could deal with this and get to Cholcate on time.
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“Never wander alone, my darling, or Jenny Grinteeth will get you,” Hunith used to say. “Or if you forget, make sure you say the rhyme - that wards her off.”
Jenny Grinteeth leave me be, my mother loves me, leave me be.
Jenny Grinteeth is a game they play. But as Merlin is sucked into life at Camelot, he wanders alone more than ever. He is surrounded by people, but he doubts they love him; they can’t really even know him. The loneliness becomes so routine, he forgets his mother’s warnings and the funny, little rhymes, which might otherwise have saved his life.
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Back Then I Didn't Get That You Gave Me The Best That You Knew How To Do by Luc1Ar1a_rand0m
Fandoms: Merlin (TV)
12 Oct 2025
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The Triple Goddess is giving Merlin a second chance, and he would rather die than miss the chance to save the people he loved. Especially Merlin. And if that means becoming a King/Queen, then so be it.
Merlin is ready to change destiny, and say a big fuck you to Kilgharrah.
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- Part 1 of How Could You Just Leave Me Like That
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Sequel to “Trillium”.
So, they did it. Arthur and Merlin defeated the rebel barons on Camlann and ascended to the throne of Camelot. Morgana and Mordred suffered the druid massacre, but managed to regain faith in the Once and Future King. But as what was called the Golden Age unfolds, they begin to wonder: was it all worth it? As they seek their place in the new Albion, amid its forest roads and grand castles, they wonder who they are in the story of Arthur and Merlin: heroes or villains?Series
- Part 2 of Druidic Flowers
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“So…” Lancelot blinked, looking at the small falcon perched on the table in his knightly chambers. “You’re… a bird.”
The bird—Merlin—chirped in response.
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- Part 28 of Merlin Bingo 2025
- Part 1 of Merlin Fluffalooza 2025
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Mordred lost his mother. Merlin, his father, is doing his best not to fall apart.
Arthur is a child therapist. He’s dealt with grief before — just never his own.
He didn’t mean to care this much. Not about the boy. And certainly not about the boy’s tired, beautiful father.
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- Part 1 of Sexy dad Merlin
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Merlyn is the ward of Uther Pendragon. Arthur Pendragon and Merlyn are chaotic siblings and Sir Leon being a tired older brother.
If Leon, first knight of Kamalot and soul mate of two Pendragons, had been told in advance how chaotic his life would be, he probably would have laughed or fled. It all began a few months ago, when both of them began to think about the future. Something he should be proud of, if it weren't for Arthur and Merlyn.
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When a ghost allegedly haunts Camelot’s halls, the Knights of the Round Table embark on a midnight investigation. Leon’s sceptical, Percival’s hiding on top of the table, Arthur’s hunting for snacks, and Merlin…is why there’s a ghost rumour in the first place.
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- Part 4 of Whose Line Is It Anyway?
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Welcome, Friends and Foes of Camelot.
I’m sure you have many questions and I hold many answers.
I fear that destiny has swerved off the right path, in order to get everything back in place a little magic must be used.Or
A Merlin characters watch the show fanfic with my own interpretations of cannon because I said so god damn it!
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In a world where magic and fate intertwine, the once-great legends of Camelot are reborn in the harsh lands of Westeros and Essos.
In the wake of the dragons’ hatching, Daenerys Targaryen discovers a profound connection to her past life as Merlin. Alongside her loyal companions, she seeks refuge in the ruins of Valyria, where magic breathes life into forgotten lands. As Daenerys grapples with her newfound powers and the responsibilities of leadership, she uncovers ancient prophecies that bind her to the fate of Westeros.
In the North, Jon Snow and Sansa Stark are drawn into a web of political intrigue as they struggle to hold the Stark family together amidst threats from both within and outside their home.
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- Part 1 of A Second Chance at Destiny
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They had found their rhythm and place in the family life. When one is exhausted, the other takes over. A weekend without the kids reveals more things than any other day.
(Work of: 17.7. 2025)
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- Part 17 of Aithusa, put it down!
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Prince Arthur did not intend to bring Merlin on patrol, he didn’t even know his manservant could ride a horse. But he can’t say no to that grin, not when Merlin has gone and packed and saddled up a horse for himself without asking. It’s a dull, routine patrol along the border, almost a formality at this point. Even if magic is legal in Escetir, they’ve held a shaky peace treaty with Camelot for over a decade; it’s unlikely they’ll see any danger.
But what Arthur does not know is that the recent spike in deaths of magical creatures in Camelot has not gone unnoticed. There are whispers that King Uther is a liar and a hypocrite, now secretly rebuilding his magical defence. And to bring sorcery to the border - well now, that would be an act of aggression tantamount to declaring war.
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“Good evening, my love! What kept you so long?” Arthur greeted him warmly as soon as he walked into the room.
“Your what now?!” Merlin blurted out wide-eyed. Surely he couldn't have heard that right.
But Arthur was unfazed by his apparent confusion and promptly planted a kiss on his lips as if it was the most natural thing in the world for him to do.
Merlin accidentally stumbles into a timeline where Arthur seems to think he is his lover, and a very affectionate one at that. Now he just has to figure out how he got there, how can he get back to his own time and why Arthur keeps thinking about poetry.
But little does he know that in this world he is a noble too and they are to be married within a month...
Or: Arthur is not emotionally constipated and Merlin doesn’t know how to deal with that.
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His eyes traced his hand. It felt like someone had taken a match stick to a wound, cauterizing the edges of his skin. Instead of a marred outline of what Merlin assumed would be a wound, was a large patch of skin, dug out by his own nails. Blood painted the covers, his nail beds and his arm.
He must’ve rolled over some time in the night, giving the two men front-row seats to the massacre that was carved from his arm. He huffed and looked up at Percival, ears cleaning of that grating ringing. “Sorry.” he muttered, not really wanting to look at either of them anymore.
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Merlin watched the fire dance and Arthur watched the gold glow of the fiery magic whirling and burning in Merlin’s eyes. “Magic really is ethereal.” Arthur softly whispers, indulged in the pool of expanding liquid gold - the greatest of treasures - in Merlin’s eyes. Merlin’s hand stayed in the air, keeping the fire still. His eyes slid over to Arthur’s gaze. A pool of happiness fluttered in his stomach.
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Depressed Merlin continues his trials in living and talks with Arthur about his past endeavors. Arthur finds the beauty in Merli- magic.
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- Part 13 of Mentally-Ill Merlin (Merthur)
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The Beginning of the Week’s Limbo of Heaven and Hell by fallen_stxr
Fandoms: Merlin (TV)
10 May 2025
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“Did you take everything from the physician’s chambers?” Merlin asked quietly. The serving girl nodded, “As instructed. I sorted through the mess. Most of it, I managed.”
Merlin hums, slightly impressed. He thinks of where he last kept his- “Was there anything on the bed or floor?”
Alicia pauses for a moment, “…Just dust, I think.”
Merlin shoots her an inconspicuous look, “Nothing at all?”
She shakes her head, “Not that I can think of.” She says with sweaty palms.
“Was it- Was it anything important?” She whispers. Merlin gives off a small smile. “To me, it was.”
Alicia could take a guess that it was the dagger, sheathed in blood that she almost threw up upon finding. She’d remain silent about her findings, wanting to notify Arthur first. “Would you like me to look for it?”
Merlin pauses a few moments. He’d like to think that he shouldn’t tell her.
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Depressed Merlin is being forced to live after Arthur doesn't order his execution Post-Magic reveal. Maybe Arthur doesn't hate him. Why doesn't he hate him? Why isn't he dead? He should be dead. Why is he still here? Being cared for? He doesn't deserve this. Maybe it's punishment - psychological torment somehow.
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- Part 12 of Mentally-Ill Merlin (Merthur)
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In the Throne Room there is Nothing but a Dance of Death and Banquet of Bloody Murder. by fallen_stxr
Fandoms: Merlin (TV)
11 Apr 2025
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"Maybe Merlin was a lost child. Never been able to get to 18 without… this burden."
"Merlin. I’ll help you.”
“Kill me. I don’t want to feel anything anymore. Burn my corpse in the courtyard - serve it for dinner, for all I care.” He laughs, swaying towards Arthur’s chest a little. Arthur doesn’t move. His throat feels scratchy. What’s he supposed to do or say?
“I know you want me to die.” Merlin states. Arthur’s brows pinch and he shakes his head with a wince.
He wanted to retire to his chambers forever. He wanted to throw up his guts.
“You’d enjoy it, right - killing me?” Merlin asked as if he was already certain of the answer. Pale and frail fingers twisted the sword so the sharp edge scraped against the King’s armor. Arthur gulped but made no intention to move.
Merlin slid his fingers up the side of the blade, leaning in closer until his lips were centimeters from Arthur’s ear. “You don’t have to hide how you truly feel. I accept all of you - even the part that wishes people like me dead.”
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After a long period of self isolation, Merlin tells Arthur about his magic and begs for his life
To be taken.
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- Part 11 of Mentally-Ill Merlin (Merthur)
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How to Kill an Immortal Being - in the Height of a Wall of Stone or Less by fallen_stxr
Fandoms: Merlin (TV)
10 Apr 2025
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Merlin isolates himself from the world, certain it's the best for everyone else. After a friend breaks in, he breaks down. By the end, he thinks he has his answer.
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"“Do… Do you no longer wish to serve me?” Arthur said, quietly."
"“It felt like years… until you entered, that is. Then it felt like only a few minutes.""
"He hated knowing he was loved. He just wanted to disappear. But it felt so good. He indulged in the feeling of love. He hated that he wanted to be loved and that he was loved."
"Merlin ignored it heading straight for the Throne Room - straight for Arthur."
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- Part 10 of Mentally-Ill Merlin (Merthur)
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Merlin wakes up in the forest and attempting suicide. How ironic he didn't die. He'll find a way to put an end to his misery, especially after he had replaced everyone that would usually do his duties. He'll find a way. No matter what.
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"He didn’t want to look Arthur in the eyes, knowing he hadn’t planned to see him ever again. He didn’t want to look at Gaius or Gwen or Gwaine. He didn’t want to look at Mordred or Morgana. He didn’t want to look at Lancelot or Leon or Percival or Elyan or anybody.
He didn’t want to look at himself. Know himself. Know he was still here. Know he had failed as miserably as he failed living. Know he would never bring himself to change.""He loved Arthur more than life itself. He’s sure. Merlin had never told anybody like Arthur about his secret.
Morgana was like Arthur. Except Morgana had magic. And Lancelot was like Arthur. But Lancelot wasn’t a noble. And Arthur? Arthur was everything.
As long as Arthur would never be able to see inside his bones and know - know the man he trusted so much was a rotten liar. Of course, he couldn’t know. It was him - and him alone - that he would never show his magic to."Series
- Part 9 of Mentally-Ill Merlin (Merthur)
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"He left everything. He left his room, the Physician’s Chambers, the hallways, the castle, the upper town, the lower town. He left Gaius and Arthur and Lancelot and Gwen and Morgana. He left his mother. He had left Ealdor a long time ago. Now, sitting in the middle of nowhere in the forest, he was leaving his life. He left everything."
"Don’t smell it. That’s what Gaius always says. Don’t smell it."
"I’m sorry Arthur. I’m sorry now - not just because of being a sorcerer, but because I wasn’t good enough to be your manservant. To be your anything."
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Merlin gets ready to go.
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- Part 8 of Mentally-Ill Merlin (Merthur)