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1. Losing or gaining control (is sometimes closer to each other than you think) by sword_and_shield_22

   Fandoms: Merlin (TV)  

   • Explicit
   • Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings
   • M/M
   • Work in Progress

   14 Nov 2025

   Tags

   • Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings
   • Merlin/Arthur Pendragon (Merlin)
   • Gwen/Lancelot (Merlin)
   • Gaius (Merlin)
   • Knights (Merlin)
   • Morgana (Merlin)
   • Mordred (Merlin)
   • Will (Merlin)
   • First Time
   • Virgin Merlin (Merlin)
   • Magic Revealed
   • Dark Magic
   • Other Additional Tags to Be Added
   • Sexual Content
   • Hurt/Comfort
   • Angst
   • Graphic Description
   • Blood and Violence

   Summary

   Merlin has never learnt to control his magic. It is completely guided by his emotions and that usually doesn't turn out well.
   Arthur was chased out of Camelot as a young prince. His own sister killed their father and now he is just waiting for the right moment to reclaim his kingdom.
   When Merlin and Arthur meet, a hope seems to take root in the world that all will be well.
   Magical figures, dark magic, lies and betrayal make their experiences together anything but easy. But deep friendships, trust, loyalty and love bring them ever closer to their goal.
   Will Merlin find the control he needs and can Arthur forget his past to open his heart?

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   English

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