Arthur Pendragon

Arthur Pendragon is a fictional character and one of the protagonists of Merlin.

Biography
Prince Arthur Pendragon was born in Camelot to King Uther Pendragon and his queen. Arthur's mother died shortly after his birth and, therefore, Arthur was brought up without a mother. With no brothers or sisters Uther is very protective of Arthur and it set on teaching him the way of being a king, although he often goes against what Arthur personally believes.

Arthur first meets Merlin when he is target practising and begins to bully the servant carrying the target. Merlin, unaware of who Arthur is, stands up to him. Arthur, who is not used to people talking back to him, had Merlin thrown in prison for showing disrespect for the prince. Later at a feast a witch named Mary Collins took the guise of Lady Helen with the intent of killing Arthur. Using his magic Merlin manages to save Arthur and, in return, Uther makes Merlin Arthur's servant.

Personality
Arthur at first appears to be a bully who is spoilt and self-opinionated. He and Merlin begin at odds but Arthur quickly becomes attached to Merlin and values his qualities and company despite the fact his opinion of Merlin's completence is low. Arthur is very brave and is willing to take risks, such as putting his life at risk to save Merlin (The Poisoned Chalice) and will also speak out against what he considers injustice even if it means to defying his father. (The Mark of Nimueh, The Poisoned Chalice, Lancelot et al)