User blog comment:Morganaforever/Episode Review: Arthur's Bane Part 2! SPOILERS!/@comment-4623180-20121014014914

Definitely a 10/10, and I say that with great enthusiasm! This was the best episode I've seen, way above Series 4's level and also a lot better than Arthur's Bane: part one. I don't know why we didn't consider Morgana's past being able to be told through dream sequences... I knew that flashbacks alone haven't been used in the show and it would be odd to start using them. For instance, before the title credits, but doing it as a dream it complements Morgana's character, who, had the best scenes I've also ever seen in the show.

Aithusa definitely has a perfect justification to be on Morgana's side. They have to understand each other after being locked away for two years! They are both magic, and they have been together for 730 days in an underground cell. They had everything to relate for. Glad the producers dealt with that well, they outwitted us fans and theories of a secret dragon mistress... haha :)

So, my favourite parts:

Aithusa and Morgana scene (Morgana's room)

It was beautiful, how Aithusa came right up to Morgana's bed. Never seen a dragon so intimate, much better than Merlin/Kilgharrah. I sort of noticed the CGI standing out from the environment... buuut I don't like to nitpick. The rest of the scene made up for that. ;) Very clever using dreams as well to tell Morgana's past. They can make good use of those dream sequences, it's the only time of flashbacks they can use, that fit with the magical show convention.

Ruadan and Sefa moments

I think they dealt with their story very well. It was very emotional. I had feared Ruadan would stay at Ismere to help defend Morgana. I'm not sure how concerned Morgana was about Sefa.. obviously more concerned about the 'key', and it was Ruadan's own business, anyway. It's not like she would've gone with him, she couldn't give up how far she'd gotten.But the writers dealt with it very well! It was a very legitimate love indeed. The writers have really brought their level up... you can't deny that...

I thought I'd also point out the whole Gwen sentencing Sefa to death controversy.. well, that I believe has been sorted completely!

Morgana and Mordred reunion

It was so sweet and I had the strongest vibe of Series 2 I had a in a while! Morgana recognised Mordred through his bandana thing so well. The expressions were priceless. I wanted her to throw Ragnor out of the way, he was annoying. I do hope we get to see him again.. and killed!

Merlin and Aithusa scene

The reunion between dragon and human, it was amazing. I'm glad Arthur recognised Aithusa as dragon right away, and he was very shocked, coming to conclusions quickly and accurately. "Where did Morgana get a dragon?" :')

Arthur/Mordred/Merlin/Morgana scene

As Chris said, a 'What happened to you Morgana' part 2, no, even better than a part 2. This time Morgana's magic wasn't disabled. Merlin was down on the floor with him, and all the characters there were completely relevant. What more could we ask for! So much suspense. A pumping scene. But I feel sorry for Morgana (I may get tomatoes thrown at me for this)! At least she has Aithusa!

As for the Arthur's Bane twist, hmm, yeah, it was a bit of a no goer. I agree with you on that, Chris! The scene with the Euchdag and Merlin was worth it. Arthur and Gwaine were a bit.. donkey face.. with the Euchdag, though. I think she is now forgotten by them! I would like her brought up again, though. I also believe she was trying to keep the fact she was the key to all knowledge away from Gwaine? He might've really wanted some knowledge.. (probably some workout tips? haha)

So, here we are, in an open land, lots of opportunity and lots of stories to tell in Series 5! More Aithusa and Morgana, Mordred's next plan, Uther's resurrection, Ragnor, the Dochraid (she was seen in the trailer), more of Morgana's past (we know we'll see her captor again), the Morgana/Gwen arch, the Saxons and Morgana (does she still have them at her command), Sefa, more Gwen as queen, I'd like to see some druids again..

Can't wait!