Blog diarys
So..If any of you have watched the merlin cast video diary's can we just all agree there really funny? I mean Colin Morgan with his Scottish accent and everything with Bradley James and Angel Coulby its just so funny. :)
Merlin's last name
So we all know Merlin of course but his last name still remains a mystery to me and to a lot of others. I did some research just to see if I could find anything useful and guess what?? I did. Merlin's last name is generally understood to be Ambrosius. This was the name used by Geoffrey of Monmouth, who combined the character of Myrddin Wyllt with a war leader named Ambrosius Aurelianus to create the Merlin character. In the TV show Merlin. Isn't that just crazy cool??
The rise of King Arthur Pt9
“Arthur?” Merlin whispered, his eyes catching the flickering light of torches illuminating a narrow path through the dense bushes.
“Yeah, Merlin… I see it,” Arthur replied, his voice low and filled with anticipation.
With determined resolve, they exchanged glances and rose to their feet, cautiously stepping into the foliage. Arthur’s heart raced as his gaze swept across the unfamiliar surroundings. With each careful stride along the path, the faint rhythm of drums began to echo in the air, pulsing like a heartbeat, growing louder and more insistent.
The thrill of the unknown coursed through them as Merlin and Arthur shared a glance filled with nervous excitement. The path narrowed, and with a sense of clarity, they emerged into a vast clearin…
The rise of King Arthur Pt8
“That's not exactly correct, Merlin,” Kilgahra remarked, her tone laced with a teasing edge. Startled, Merlin and Arthur jumped in unison, the surprise of her sudden appearance catching them off guard. Kilgahra’s laughter echoed lightly in the air, a sound that danced between mischief and genuine amusement. “Gods, don’t do that,” Merlin scolded, a hand pressed to his chest, while Arthur simply shook his head in disbelief.
“What do you mean it’s not true?” Merlin pressed, curiosity piqued by Kilgahra’s cryptic words.
Kilgahra chuckled again, his eyes sparkling with a hint of mystery. “Merlin, do you remember the map and the letter you found a year ago?” he glanced from one to the other, ensuring both men were listening. “In that letter, there…
The rise of King Arthur pt7
Merlin’s eyes fluttered open, struggling against the haze of unconsciousness that clung to him like a shadow. He felt the unmistakable sensation of warmth coursing down his neck—sweat. His body ached, a dull, gnawing pain that made it difficult to distinguish reality from the disorienting fog that shrouded his mind.
In the distance, a familiar voice echoed, though it was wrapped in uncertainty. Was it truly Arthur? “Mmh… Arthur?” Merlin’s voice emerged as a raspy whisper, barely breaking through the weight of his exhaustion. He blinked slowly, the light filtering through the room revealing the familiar figure of Arthur sitting on a stool beside him. Yet, the surroundings felt unfamiliar, a blur that his mind couldn’t quite grasp.
Arthur’s ey…
The rise of King Arthur Pt6
After securing Arthur some new clothes that suited the current era, Merlin and Arthur embarked on their long-awaited journey to the mysterious land of Kamora. With a map in his hand and a bag slung over his shoulder, Merlin led the way, while Arthur followed closely behind, his slight limp a reminder of his recent resurrection.
“How long do you think it will take us to get there?” Arthur asked, trying to distract himself from the discomfort.
Merlin glanced back, his brow furrowed. “I don't know… I’ve kept this forest alive to prevent the locals from wondering about me. I have no idea where it leads, but this map…” He trailed off, his gaze fixed on the parchment. “It shouldn’t have been on here. This forest shouldn’t exist… I think a seer may…
The rise of King Arthur pt5
Merlin walked back to the hut, his mind still reeling from the conversation with Kilgharrah. He couldn’t shake the disbelief that Morgana had returned after thousands of years; a specter from his past that he had thought forever laid to rest. The weight of his thoughts pressed down on him as he muttered to himself, “I have to protect Arthur…”
He pushed open the door to the hut, the familiar creak echoing in the stillness of dawn. Inside, he found Arthur asleep in the bed, a peaceful expression resting on his features. A sigh escaped Merlin’s lips as he moved to his desk, his gaze falling upon the rows of old tomes that had gathered dust since Gaius's passing. A sense of urgency ignited within him—he needed answers, and he needed them quickl…
The rise of King Arthur Pt 5
“My destiny? Merlin, I'm so confused. I have so many questions,” Arthur said, his voice laced with uncertainty. The flickering candlelight cast shadows across the small hut, highlighting the lines of worry etched across his face.
Merlin sighed, his gaze steady as he met Arthur's bewildered eyes. “I know, Arthur…. I wish I could give you more, but you'll need to find out more yourself…”
Arthur’s brow furrowed as he scanned the familiar yet foreign surroundings, the memories of a past life brushing against his mind like whispers. “Merlin, you said in Albion's great need I would return…”
A heaviness settled in the air as Merlin's expression turned serious. “Albion… It's the secret bound of magic everlasting. It’s Camelot… A place where you’re su…
The rise of King Arthur Pt 4
Merlin knelt before the enormous cauldron, its surface gently bubbling as the savory aroma of soup wafted into the air. He stirred the concoction slowly, his thoughts adrift on a current of memories, each wave a reminder of the world that had come and gone. “Of all the things I've seen in my long life, I never thought I would see Arthur again,” he mused silently.
As he poured the warm soup into two wooden bowls, his gaze drifted to the figure lying still upon the cot nearby. Arthur had yet to awaken, but Merlin felt a stirring in the air that hinted it would be any moment now. He settled himself at the foot of the bed, a sense of urgency mingling with the warmth of the soup in his hands.
Gently, he tilted Arthur's head, bringing the bowl to …
The rise of King Arthur PT3
As Merlin felt the pull of the magical energy getting closer and closer, an overwhelming power suffocated him. He looked around the dark, deep woods, his chest rising and falling rapidly, eyes beginning to water, and hands shaking uncontrollably. Panic surged within him. The whispers of Albian echoed in his ears, growing louder, drowning him in a wave of sensation. It was as if he were being crushed by the weight of it all.
“It has to be right here, it has to be,” Merlin whispered, his voice trembling with urgency. Just then, the silence shattered with a Crunch... Crunch. He froze. The pull of magic reached its peak, and an extraordinary calm enveloped him; it was as though the world itself had come to a standstill. He could hear every ins…
The rise of King Arthur pt 2
As Merlin felt the pull of the magical energy getting closer and closer, an overwhelming power suffocated him. He looked around the dark, deep woods, his chest rising and falling rapidly, eyes beginning to water, and hands shaking uncontrollably. Panic surged within him. The whispers of Albian echoed in his ears, growing louder, drowning him in a wave of sensation. It was as if he were being crushed by the weight of it all.
“It has to be right here, it has to be,” Merlin whispered, his voice trembling with urgency. Just then, the silence shattered with a Crunch... Crunch. He froze. The pull of magic reached its peak, and an extraordinary calm enveloped him; it was as though the world itself had come to a standstill. He could hear every ins…
The rise of King Arthur
Now that all the lore, character backgrounds, and history had been meticulously covered, the time had finally come to weave the story together. Many knew the tales of Camelot, the legendary castle that once brought peace to countless beings, both magical and mundane. But let us skip ahead—way ahead—into a vastly changed world, landing in the year 2024.
Merlin had long since traded his youthful vigor for the wisdom of age. His once-vibrant hair had transformed into a long, flowing mane of white, and his skin was marked with the wrinkles of time. Clad in a pair of brown pants scrunched at the knee and a matching jacket over a black shirt, he appeared as a remnant of his previous self. Brown, cloth-like boots graced his feet, and a satchel wa…
Merlin and Arthur
In a time long forgotten, in the majestic realm of Camelot, there reigned a king whose valor and fairness set him apart from all others: Arthur Pendragon. He was a ruler who possessed an innate sense of right and wrong, a king whose mercy was as boundless as his courage. Arthur understood the essence of justice, ensuring that the punishment always fit the crime.
He was a rare king, a beacon of hope and strength. His absence was felt deeply, not only by his loyal subjects but also by those who once stood against him on the battlefield. Friends and foes alike mourned the loss of Arthur, the once and future king. Yet, among all those who grieved, none felt the weight of that loss more than Merlin, his friend, servant, and protector.
Merlin was …
Merlin
There are many stories and theories about Arthur and Merlin. Some of these tales may seem like mere trivialities, while others are crucial for understanding the essence of this narrative. In the spirit of my medieval heart, I’ve decided to share a wealth of knowledge and lore with those who may not be as attuned to our richly woven world, but fear not; together we shall embark on a quest for understanding.
If you are already a medieval aficionado, consider this a recap .
Let's start with the fundamentals. The Arthurian legend encompasses a body of stories and medieval romances known as the Matter of Britain, centering on the legendary King Arthur. Medieval writers, especially the French, have handled narratives of Arthur’s birth, the advent…
What actually is Albion and when did it happen?
Albion is either a land or a time that may or may not exist by the last episode and possibly needs uniting or has been united... I used to assume it was just the basic setting of the show, but recently I've discovered it actually isn’t and now I’ve no idea what it actually is. Does anyone actually know?
- 1 Canon
- 1.1 Season 1 and Season 2: Pre-Albion
- 1.2 Season 3: Albion's Birth and Peril
- 1.3 Season 4 and 5: I’m so Confused
- 2 Ideas and Theories
Albion is a distant future that Merlin and Arthur were destined to bring about. It is something mentioned by Kilgharrah and repeated by Merlin.
“Without you [Merlin], Arthur will never succeed. Without you, there will be no Albion.” Kilgharrah to Merlin (1:01 Dragons Call)
“He [Merlin] and the young Pendragon one …
Ashley Way Badge
Hello all!
I was hoping someone would be able to help me. Recently, I've been trying to earn the Ashley Way Badge (make one edit on a Personnel article), but have been unsuccessful. Does anybody know what I have to do to earn it? Or is it an inactive badge now??
Merlin 15th anniversary interview
Merlin's 15th anniversary has passed right by us!
To acknowledge it, Radio Times interviewed Merlin's co-creator Johnny Capps. This is really well worth a read and it's amazing to hear from one of the minds behind Merlin 15 years after its brilliant inception.
Changes
As the heading states. These are changes I would have done to the series.
- Magic: First off while extremely detailed in someways in others it’s extremely vague. This is what I would have done. That according to Gaius he would state that. “Merlin do you even know what Magic is? It’s the power and essence of the world. The infinite and everlasting arcane energy that surrounds and penetrates the world. There is nothing Uther or anyone can do to truly remove it. It is eternal and isn’t bound to time or place. At least the sorcerers of the Old Religion described it as such.” But as far as changes to specific.
- Spells Types: I would have like the series made Telekinesis the most basic forms of magic but also one of the strongest. That it can push, p…
My least favorite Character
I have to tell you guys who my least favorite character in Merlin is, and that is Uther. Here are the reasons, why Uther is my least favorite character. First off, he killed everyone, even children who could use magic, even though Ygraine's death, was HIS own fault, I mean, Nimueh even told him someone would die, meaning he knew someone would die, and it's HIS fault. Not Nimueh's, not Magic's, HIS!!!!!! He blames magic, for HIS mistake, and killed men, women, even children, just because they were sorcerers. Second, he was nothing but a stubborn GOAT, once that a**hole here's the word "magic", he is impossible to talk to. Finally, he forced his, PETTY, hatred of magic, onto everyone around him, so that is all the reasons in which I hate th…
Merlin
I'm currently rewatching Merlin for the like 10th time and I'm going to write a blog about each episode so
Ep 1- So i literally love young Merlin he's so cute and I forgot how much of an ass Arthur was in the beginning, but Gwen is like so smiley with Merlin its cute. Now Uther on the other hand man that guy will never be a favorite. I loved when Merlin used his magic while fighting Arthur, but then again it was kind of risky to do it in front of the king's son. Overall I liked this episode.
The Revival of The Merlin Arena
In the name of Allah!
I never had the chance to see the glorious days of this Wiki, the only thing is I can read about those days, It seems the Wiki is as good as dead, I hope one day comes that everyone would come back with Arthur Pendragon.
However I think that's impossible!
Anyway I did something & I hope this would make this Wiki a little more Active.
The Merlin Arena is back in just before it goes off, I hope that People will come back at least for this feature!
Today is the first day of its revival, I hope that I can improve it by the helps of yours!
At My Master’s Command – A Merlin Fan Fiction (MorganaxOC)
Season 1 Episode 1.5 – Altering Destiny
Kilgarrah: In a land of myth and a time of magic, the destiny of a great kingdom has been altered by a great force of good. Now it rests on the shoulders of two young men. Their names? Alatar and Merlin.
Merlin’s POV
As I walk through the lower town in Camelot, I go over the events of the last few days since I arrived.
I saw a man get beheaded for using magic, then accidentally saved Gaius using my own magic. I met Arthur and we really hit it off – literally! After spending some time in the stocks and meeting Guinevere, Lady Morgana’s maid, I met the Great Dragon who is imprisoned under the castle. This dragon told me that it is my destiny to protect Arthur, who will bring magic back to the land. I still …
Morgana and Arthur (and Morgause): who's the older sibling
Edit: apparently, in 2020's #askmerlin Q&A with Capps and Murphy, the authors stated that Morgana is younger. What to make of this? Usually, in fandoms, the word of the author/s isn't canon (only what is shown on screen/written in book is canon). Also, still doesn't make sense (see below). With that said, I feel is even more necessary a "parentage" section about the debate of the topic below at both Morgana's and Arthur's pages.
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Hiya, long time no see.
I know this is a very old question (and I'm sure there was more than one discussion about this very topic in the old forums), but I feel its time to erase that line in Morgana's page where is says that Morgana is the Arthur's younger sister (and, accordingly, the same mention at Arthur's pag…
Could Gwain have a stepfather and more family?
I already did a post about this, but I wanted to go into more detail with this theory.
I was reading about Gwaine and his backstory, and I was wondering if there were any reasons in particular that could have resulted in him leaving home. Even if his mother wasn't the best and he didn't get along with his sister it doesn't seem like Gwaine to just leave his family like that. So I was thinking, what if, after his father died and his mother's plea for help was turned away, she married another noble man. If she had found love again and all her attention was on her new husband and she possibly had a child(or two) with this person, it could have resulted in Gwaine running away?. It makes sense to me, and if he didn't get along with his stepfathe…
Arthur and Morgana are related!
Ok. So if you remember from the first few episodes (I’ve only watched the first 6, so no spoilers) Arthur likes Morgana. The title is Arthur and Morgana are related right? Well, yeah they are. Check the links above if you don’t believe me. And Arthur liked Morgana who was his half sister... I’m gonna throw up right now.
did you know...?
did you know that Colin Morgan and Katie Mcgrath are dating??!!! Bradley James and Gorgia King (who played Princess Elena in series 3) were together for three years, but they broke up, and Bradley got with Angel Coulby (Gwen)!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Sooooo, Arthur and Gwen are together, and Merlin and Morgana are toghether!!!!! :D
YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :D :D :D :D :D :D :D
can you imagine!!!
Matt smith was ALMOST cast as merlin instead of Colin Morgan!!! I really can' see that working! I don't think that merlin would have been the same series without Colin!! He was so well cast for the part!
Do you think they will ever do a S6 or movie?
I miss Merlin, it was such a great show that should not have ended the way it did. Yes, I know that King Arthur was going to die but why in such a way that left us hanging?
Netflix's "SHEWOLVES OF BRITAIN" Review
"History is written by the victor". A true, well known saying thrown into our daily vocabulary. But male victories tower alarmingly over the women's, who are often believed to be too careful and 'flowery' to partake in politics. They are blamed for becoming stronger under their rule - "perhaps it was an undiagnosed character flaw, but more likely it was Matilda becoming .... a king".
The "She-Wolves of England" portrays the true stories of these incredible women - sharing their stories beyond the marriages and offspring that associated them with power, and often royalty.
An interesting watch that keeps the watcher asking question after question, seeking answers and finding them through a mixture of dramatic re-enactments and the thrilling st…
Series final - fulfilling both destinies
After watching all chapters of the series and reading all reviews, in my opinion I do think Merlin and Arthur both fulfilled their destinies.
The producers did an amazing job showing their destinies and producing a good closure of all 5 seasons.
Here is how I understood the ending and the destinies of both Merlin and Arthur.
Throughout the whole series since the beginning, we heard of the wonderful unified lands of Albion and that magic will finally be allowed and respected. What we didn't realize, it actually has all been done and fulfilled.
Since the start of the series we started to imagine a world of King Arthur with Merlin besides him not hiding his magic and the use of magic in the good way throughout the unified kingdom.
The fact Arthur …
I need the show back
Can you, please, bring the show back? I miss it. It was an amazing show. I still can believe you stopped recording it! So sad!
Analysis and Opinions on Ships in This Show
Hi guys, I am new here, and I thought this would be a nice place for people to analyze and review their feelings on their OTPS and ships on this show. Like how do you feel about Arwen, (Arthur and Gwen) Merthur (Merlin and Arthur) Perwaine (Percival and Gwaine) Mergana (Merlin and Morgana) Mreya (Merlin and Freya) Gwencelot (Gwen and Lancelot) Morgwen (Morgana and Gwen) Morgwaine (Morgana and Gwaine) ArMor (Arthur and Morgana) Gaius and Alice, Uther and Ygraine, Uther and Vivienne, Vivienne and Gorlois, Morgred (Morgues and Cenred) etc. There is a lot to discuss show lets get started. I am ok with all ships, and I expect the same level of decorum to be adhered to by everyone here. If you have an unpopular ship I would love to hear about it…
Merlin and Morgana possible love story
My fellow wiki users, I believe that Morgana loved Merlin for most of the series, I have no shame admitting I am a Mergana shipper, but I have evidence, and to be honest I believe the writes squandered a great romance possibility
Series 1 I believe that Morgana loved and probably still loved Merlin for most of the entire series, and this started around episode 8. Previously she probably just fancied him as a friend from afar, jealous that Gwen had someone so willing to fight for her as Merlin did in 01x03. “She is a lucky woman.” and telling Arthur that she couldn't imagine any person loving her so much. She was grateful that someone cared as much about her only friend as much as she did. It’s obvious she knew the power she possessed with …
I'm back
- 1 Hey Guys,
- 1.1 I'm James and I used to use the wiki back in 2012/2013 as the user 123Action, infamous for my atrocious spelling/grammar mistakes! ;^)
- 1.2 Over the last few years I've occasionally checked up on the wiki. However I lost my password/email attached to my old account. Hence I have decided to rejoin as 1234Action.
- 1.3 I'm looking forward to getting back into the swing of things and sharing my love of Merlin season 1 - 4. However I have a slight problem. I'm unsure how to edit my profile and I was hoping that someone could give me some advice.
- 1.4 Thanks and please feel free to comment and let me know what else has been going on on the wiki over the last few years! :^)
- 2 James.
Bring Back MERLIN !
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Happy 7 Year Anniversary Merlin!
Can't believe it has been 7 years since the best show in the universe first premiered!
It has been an honour becoming part of this fandom and I have so many good memories both from the show and fun times on Merlin Wiki.
Kilgharrah said it best when he said that 'the story we have been a part of will live long in the minds of men!'
- longliveMerlin
Request for adminship
Hey guys,
I am asking in this blog to become an admin here. I have a pretty good handle on how to use admin abilities on wikis, I have quite a sharp eidetic memory on everything Merlin (so, if you have any questions about it, I'm your guy), and I love the show.
So yeah, I would very much appreciate your thoughts on what you all think of me being an admin.
Merlin Insults
Hi! I'm currently writing a Merlin fanfic and I'm having a difficult time finding insults/slang that Merlin and Arthur can call each other. I have just a handful that are used the most throughout the show, but it would be super helpful if anyone could provide me with more.
Thanks!
Longlivemerthur
p.s. this is also my first time using this site, so sorry if I mucked anything up in this post somehow...
Arthurian figures who would have made great characters in the show
I was thinking what fugures in Arthurian lore would have made intriguing characters in the show and I came up with the following ideas:
Sir Dinadan - the most carefree, the most rational and merry knight. He has very practical views concerning courtly love and is universally loved in Camelot.
Sir Dagonet - Arthur's fool. He is a comedic character who is made a knight as a jest, The intriguing thing about Dagonet is that he accepts what he is and doesn't try to be something different.
The Green knight/Bertilak - one of the most cerebral and mysterious characters. You can watch the short animated film "Sir Gawain and the Green knight" on Youtube. The poem is very difficult to read.
For the user fimber
Fellow wiki user Fimber I wish to contact you again as I would like you to unblock these two IP addresses which are the following ones and the expiry date of there blocks that you have imposed on me
THE ACCOUNTS ARE AS FOLLOW ◾09:40, May 9, 2015 Fimber (wall | contribs) blocked 80.192.163.198 (wall) with an expiry time of 1 year (account creation disabled, cannot edit own talk page) (Abusing multiple accounts)
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I respect your reasons for the blocks and apologies for going against your authority but I assure you that my actions were not intended to cause harm and a…
A intreasting theory about Merlin and Morgana by Emrys321
I wish to contact my fellow wiki users with a friendly debate that Morgana loved merlin during season 1 and 2 of the series and his betrayal led to her descent to evil.
Below are the links and I would like my fellow users to give me their viewpoint regarding it
Message me back with what you think of it as soon as possible please
Thank you
The links Part 1 - http://webcache.googleusercontent.com/search?q=cache:TWVVuyHwSmwJ:themomentyouarefree.tumblr.com/post/59152186543/evidence-that-morgana-loved-merlin-the-entire+&cd=1&hl=en&ct=clnk&gl=uk
Part 2 - http://webcache.googleusercontent.com/search?q=cache:iZ4p4YjJGR0J:themomentyouarefree.tumblr.com/post/61075561955/why-morgana-loved-merlin-for-the-entire-series+&cd=2&hl=en&ct=clnk&gl=uk
Kind regards …
For user Fimber
I wish to contact you as you have blocked two IP address because of multiple abuse of accounts, the man is lurker in the shadows and was me, I am sorry for offending the wiki, and assure you that if you remove the blocked IP address I will ensure that YOU WILL have NO SUCH PROBLEM AGAIN YOU HAVE MY WORD.
THE ACCOUNTS ARE AS FOLLOWS ◾09:40, May 9, 2015 Fimber (wall | contribs) blocked 80.192.163.198 (wall) with an expiry time of 1 year (account creation disabled, cannot edit own talk page) (Abusing multiple accounts)
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PLEASE ATTMEPT TO FORGIVE ME THANK YOU
The father and the dragon - envisioning an expressionist view of Merlin's mindscape
The user Machairodus suggested that "The Last Dragonlord" takes place inside the main character's head. So I thought that the episode should be re-shot for this to work, using characteristics of german expressionist cinema. Expressionism is defined by the protagonist's perception overwritting the objective reality in the sense that everything is distorted from the point of view of the troubled male and anxious hero. One of the earliest films that defined the current was "The cabinet of doctor Caligari" in which the main story is actually the fantasy of a madman. One of the last and greatest expressionist movies is "Shadows: a night hallucination" which is self-explanatory. In "The cabinet" the buildings are unnaturaly distorted. And the …
The strange case of Morgana Pendragon
"Dark is my heart. The greatest of all secrets.". These words were spoken by Deathshead from Wolfenstein: The New Order. He is a nazi mad scientist and as far as villains go, you can't get more campy and ridiculous. Yet, Deathshead is one of the more nueanced nazi antagonists in recent years which is odd, considering Morgana, who had the makings of a wholesome three-dimensional character and became a typical baddie.
Dark is her heart and the greatest secret is how she fell from grace. We had a mastervul beginning with season 2 and yet with season 3, we had a cunning, egotistical, murderous witch, who had almost nothing in common with the corageous, rebellious and compassionate gal before. We deserved an explanation. The time jump here, more…