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Could've followed my fears all the way down (at least I'm trying) by psychotic_fangirl369
Fandoms: Merlin (TV)
27 Oct 2025
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Merlin was supposed to be the most powerful sorcerer to ever walk the earth. Magic itself. The one destined to bring peace, the immortal Emrys the druids whispered about, half god, half myth.
And yet, he couldn’t even heal a fucking paper cut.
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Merlin’s magic has always failed him when it comes to healing. So when Arthur is fatally injured before his eyes, Merlin has only one choice left - to break every rule of nature to keep him alive.
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It's just all getting too much for Merlin. Destiny is too hard to keep on top of. He's tired and wants it to end. Arthur has a different opinion.
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Arthur knows that Merlin's a dragonlord.
With a twist. Being a dragonlord entails more than shown in canon. Just a tiny cozy fic.
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- Part 2 of Ghost's Merlin Fics
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He felt weird. It was interesting, to say the least. Like there was a tiny weight on his chest that was strapped to him and he couldn’t unclip it. Merlin started feeling it early in the morning but it got lighter as time went on. Now, here in the hall with lots of people talking and eating, too many hands with knives to keep track of, it started to get heavier. The invisible person in charge of the harness keeps slipping more and more behind the strap and it’s getting too tight.
Merlin has a lot on his plate, more than anyone really knows. So one night at a feast, he starts to panic. He always forgets Kilgharrah can telepathically speak to him, and somehow the stupidily vague, extremely unhelpful lizard knew that something was just wrong.
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Sometimes Merlin's emotions are too much to deal with. It's not like he has time to sit down and work it all out, but he does have a clearing he can sneak off too and get everything off his chest
Written for Spooktober, Day 5. Scream- Language:
- English
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- 456
- Chapters:
- 1/1
- Kudos:
- 6
- Hits:
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When Merlin and the Knights of the Round Table end up being attacked by a rouge sorcerer, Arthur and the rest of the knights are transported to the future without Merlin.
They wake to an unknown forest with a note that says they are to go North if they wish to ever see their friend again. When they follow the notes instructions, they find a camp of Druids. Surprisingly, the Druids seem to know exactly who they are and keep saying that Emrys must see them.
Now the knights have to figure out what this Emrys guy has to do with Merlin.
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The Hogwarts Mocking Jay by Anubis45_03
Fandoms: Merlin (TV), Harry Potter - J. K. Rowling
25 May 2024
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Merlin is visited by the Triple Goddess after he had finished dealing with an annoying Karen in his library trying to buy an adult book for her very young child. She tells him of a chosen one in the wizarding world who is in need of guidance, and, well, Merlin doesn't really have anything better to do to be honest. Or a choice. Besides, he's over 700 years old now, he needs some entertainment and DRAMA, what's the worst that could happen?
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Arthur notices Merlin is stressed and sore. He gives him a massage.
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Merlin’s been super stressed out at work lately. Arthur and Ainsley want to try and make him feel better.
(Written for Merlin Fluffalooza 2023)
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- Part 4 of Merlin Fluffalooza ‘23 (Lex’s Version)
- Part 13 of The Wyler-Pendragon times
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Arthur does what anyone would do to protect Merlin from some unsavoury nobles. He keeps him in his lap.
TW: there is some non-consensual touching but it doesn't go very far.
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He catches Merlin staring at him sometimes; when they're riding through the woods for one thing or another, when he's training on the grounds, when he's sitting through a verbal beatdown at dinner.
He catches Merlin linger by his side. Though this, he is not too sure of. He tries to keep count when Merlin's hand warms the small of his back. But his heart flutters and he stumbles over the number as Merlin straightens out the shirt.
Wishful thinking, Arthur. he reminds himself, that's all it is.
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Merlin gets a sudden call and rushes off leaving Arthur stressed.
While Merlin starts his quest away from Camelot, Arthur must survive and pass his own trails while wondering if he will ever see his manservant again.
*Title might change.*
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I started with one idea and then it turned into another thing entirely:/
--Everyone is worried about Merlin, it's been that way every year for the past couple of years. The obvious answer to find out what was wrong was to follow him of course. Secrets are revealed.
A simple act of friendly stalking turned journey to save the magic of Camelot.
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[ "Surely you can't be that blind Merlin... Have you not felt a shift in the earth's magic?"
He did feel it and he was a little panicked, but he was starting to freak out."That's why I came... Freya, I could feel her... that usually doesn't just happen without a reason, right?" His words were a little rushed.
"Someone is tampering with the earth's magic and it is affecting all creatures of magic..." his voice was tired, drained. ]
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Arthur is the only son to Uther Pendragon, magic-hating King of Camelot.
Merlin is the most powerful wizard in existence.
Their friendship is not only unlikely but potentially dangerous (for Merlin).Add into the mix a centuries-old curse that affects every person throughout the kingdom, and really, everything could go completely wrong.
Or: If you fall in love with someone their name appears on your forearm. Merlin and Arthur, despite having many differences and sometimes arguments, get along, maybe too much for their own good.
I am back, and editing and revisiting the first chapters. You can reread the edited versions or wait till I post the newer ones, love yall.
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The mark of nimueh, season 1 episode 3 rewrite.
"“Please Arthur! At least let me show you magic isn’t evil! I can show you how it isn’t magic that corrupts, it’s only people. Magic is not inherently bad or good, it is just a tool, just like a sword! But it also helps create things, and helps people. Healing magic, magic to help crops grow, there are so many uses just let me show you.” Merlin was terrified. He didn’t want to die, he needed to stay alive to help Arthur. To achieve his destiny.“Okay then, show me.”
“Really?” Merlin asked with a smile, forgetting the potential danger he is in for a moment."
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Arthur has a braincell for the first time in his life and figures out Merlin has magic
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- Part 22 of Merthur
- Part 1 of Merlin episode rewrites
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Merlins been on edge all fucking day, so much so that it made Arthur go soft and ask what was wrong. Sure he couldn't exactly tell him he was the son of a dragonlord, but he could tell him something else
(a retelling of the tavern scene, where Arthur pesters him to tell him whats wrong :) ) -
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Merlin decided to go back to school. But it's a hard adjustment and even harder classes.
Luckily, Arthur knows what it's like.
And he gives Merlin the comfort and familiarity that he so desperately needs.
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- Part 12 of The Series of Merthur Fluff
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When Merlin auditioned for the school play, he did not expect to be standing in front of the whole school... wearing a dress... and a wig... staring lovingly at Arthur Pendragon.
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Sometimes Merlin thinks he's crazy to enjoy serving Arthur but particularly on days like this. Arthur and Merlin have a falling out but it's hard to stay mad at each other.
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- Part 10 of Rays Merthur Song Fics ♬
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It's too bright, too loud, too much, and Merlin can't handle it anymore. Thankfully, Arthur has very different plans and perfect timing.
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- Part 11 of Drabbles for Dopamine