In the beginning, he was trapped. In the end, he would be free or he would be dead. But for Merlin, the secret sorcerer, and for Arthur, the king who doesn't understand, being stuck in the middle is the worst place to be. And yet, at least they are not stuck alone. * A series of one-shot reveal fics* *Can all be read separately*

Adam Jensen finds himself in a time only dreamed of in vids, humanity is now part of a great galactic community that fears synthetics, and he struggles to find his place within it. Note: Primarily a DX/ME crossover, with elements borrowed and integrated from other Square Enix franchises.

Sort of a continuation from "Fair Warning". AU for the middle of the" Castle of Fyrien". Merlin and Arthur don't escape after bringing down the roof on Morgause and Cenred. Snarky Merlin returns. Torture, reveal!, BAMF Merlin.

But here's another way it could have gone. AU, obviously.

Merlin is arrested for threatening the king's ward, the prince's life, and for practising dark magic and enchantments. Morgana lurks behind the accusations. Arthur, Gwen, and Gaius are determined to help Merlin, albiet in an unconventional way.

Just before boarding the ship to escape Naboo, Qui-Gon is injured. Now, it's Obi-Wan who has to find the hyperspace generator, Obi-Wan who meets Anakin—and that changes everything. Very AU.

After Merlin is shot with an arrow and left for dead in Cenred's Kingdom, Uther receives a mysterious letter informing him that Emrys, a dangerous sorcerer, is out for his blood. Arthur, upon learning that Merlin is still alive, is sent on a mission to kill Emrys and hopefully rescue his misplaced manservant in the process. No Slash.

A series of interconnected one shots and snapshots of the Dovahkiin from the perspective of traveling companions, friends, lovers and those who attempted to cross her. Rated M for language, some sexual situations. Latest update: Farengar Secret-Fire

In which trust games are played, the future is undecided, and no one quite knows what Mordred is up to. Or, alternatively, an author allowing her imagination to run riot thanks to that scene with the cloak. Merlin/Mordred, eventually.

Arthur has no idea how much Merlin is holding back. If he did, he might think twice about throwing goblets at his head. CHAPTER TWO NOW POSTED. If you wanted to know what would happen "If he did..." now is your chance to find out. Merlin isn't holding back any longer...

Harry Potter eventually eats a sandwich and discusses life with a famous author.

"Highly intelligent, deviant, disturbed—and uncommandable." Series of vignettes showing the darker side of the Nulls and their work during the Clone Wars.

Arthur is to be saved,the sisters are searching, and it all revolves around Emrys. Merlin continues to hide his identity but he can now protect Arthur in plain sight hidden by a cloak and the name the druids use, Emrys. But will it work out? Adopted by midnightbittersweet and I encourage those who like this story to continue reading there as I will not be continuing it.

Cyclonis has presented a peace treaty to Atmos, but will only sign it on the condition that the Storm Hawks are handed over to her. In a world that is slowly turning on them, can the Storm Hawks find the truth? Who can they trust? No OCs!

The legend of Excalibur is not as simple as everyone thinks. Arthur pulls a sword from a stone, beginning a chain of events that will lead him to his destiny and the sorcerer prophesied to stand beside him. No set pairings.

Aerrow is struggling to deal with mixed signals from a certain Dark Ace who's making his life even more complicated than it already is. Is this some sinister plan? Or is Dark Ace really trying to win Aerrow over? M/M alert. Don't like, don't read.

Merlin has spent his whole life hiding things. Living in Camelot merely added to the secrets that he needed to keep. As time goes on and he spends more time with Arthur, Merlin comes to realise that he in is love with the blonde. As if he didn't have enough to hide, Merlin now has to jugglle hiding who he is and his relationship with Arthur. Something has to give. SLASH SPOILERS

Bk3 of Prophesized. Camelot has slowly adjusted to their new Court Sorcerer and the freedom of magic, but prejudice hides in the darkest shadows, with treason and betrayal at its side. However, when Dark magic gets thrown into the mix and when the witch comes out to play... prejudice really is the least of their worries. Merlin!whump/BAMF; Arthur!whump.

Six months have passed, and there have been many changes within Camelot's borders. Will Arthur be able to identify the latest threat within good time? Or will Camelot fall to Morgana and Morgause? Sequel to 'Nightmares' and 'Reality.'

Dear Jason, Who told you you could go and disappear? Keep thinking, if I wait a while you'll be here...can you hear me, can you show me how to shoulder so much blame? All you were in scattered traces...things will never be the same. Nadia, Bare: The Musical - Oneshot Collection

As the Captain is pulled into another adventure, he grows concerned that Tintin might go too far for a story. "If I've learned anything from that lad," Haddock said, taking another bite of his sandwich and talking with his mouth full, "it's that there are places where a question mark is simply unacceptable. And that's Tintin himself, I suppose." Friendship/bromance.

Updated final chapter and epilogue on August 30th, 2013. The story is finally done. I hope you enjoy reading it. This is the sequel to Dawn of the Dragonlord. Merlin must go on a quest to the World of the Dead and team up with Morgana against Morgause and a dragonlord-shade. Morgana will have to make life-changing choices. Together they will work to regain Camelot.

A bad day for Arthur takes a turn for the worse when he and Merlin meet a sorcerer. However, it seems the sorcerer means no harm, and only has a message to deliver. Something along the lines of "an army of sorcerers marching on Camelot"...

Mordred is in love with Merlin, and doesn't understand why Merlin won't return his feelings. Arthur notices him pining, and is determined not to let his own feelings get in the way of helping his youngest knight. Merdred with hints of Merthur.

With Morgana on the throne and a ruthless army closing in to Ealdor, all hope seems lost when Arthur has lost his conviction to fight. Now Merlin is face with a choice but will an extraordinary act prove to the King that he was born to rule?

Another divergence from the episode 4.06 Servant of Two Masters. Darkish. Merlin is captured. Emrys is revealed in dreams. Morgana can put two and two together. A fair duel is agreed on. No lies, no disguises this time. Angsty. Merlin/Morgana. Multi-chapter. Completed.

"One must always wear red when engaging in vindictive or merely rebellious activities." - Set in Season 3 (and more recently the Season 3 - 4 gap), a look at all the conversations and attempted evil plots between Morgana and Morgause that we never got to see...

Arthur has been missing for eight months, and only his servant hasn't given up on the chance of finding him alive. But when Merlin finally gets a lead, he realises he might already be to late to save his friend.

A series of 'What Ifs' on different episode's of Merlin. First Chapter - The Tears of Uther Pendragon II, Arthur follow's Merlin into the catacombs. New chapter - Morgana takes Merlin to the Dark Tower. Suggestions for future chapters wanted!

Something has been bothering Merlin, and Arthur wants to know what it is. On a trip meant to discover what is ailing Merlin, Arthur learns more than he bargained for. Note that all of my stories are Friendship only - NO SLASH!

A Sith Sorcerer, Jhresh, is the victim of some dark plot whose unravelling shall test him to his limits and beyond. A sort of character study of one of RP characters.

Sequel to On Shaky Ground! As an army of sorcerers marches on Camelot, Merlin scrambles to come up with a defense strategy. In the meantime: Arthur, newly enlightened about the identity of the mysterious "Emrys," finds hiding his knowledge a little more difficult than he originally anticipated. No slash, as always

Merlin has had enough of feeling lonely and unappreciated. He seeks comfort in the arms of another, causing Arthur to see the emotional damage he has caused in his faithful manservant as he realises his love for him. Merdred to start with but with eventual Merthur. Rating may go up as story goes on, but rated T for now...

Our deepest fears are the ones that pierce our very souls. The fears that invade our nightmares. The fears that invade our waking hours. (This story was called "Nightmares" before)

What could talk over a camp-fire one night, possibly lead to? Merdred. Enjoy!

(And Yet We Choose The Doom)

Set between S2 & S3. When Arthur is kidnapped, Merlin is forced to go to Cenred's castle to try and free him. But with Uther's army gathering around the walls and Morgause prowling around the keep, will Merlin be able to reach and rescue the Prince?

The Triple Goddess has judged Arthur and found him wanting, but it is Merlin that might come to pay the ultimate price. AU to 505.

AU story. Arthur Pendragon knew nothing but the life of a slave, passed around the kings and nobles of the land at their whims, until he is claimed by a Dragonlord, Merlin, and something simple slowly gets increasingly complicated.

there's always stuff left there, inside your head. you can spend your life trying to empty it, but there are still bits that get stuck, that you can't scrape off. it's just part of the human condition, that – having bits of yourself that rot and go sour in the dark.

"Rumours" part II. (Slowly being edited) King Arthur and Queen Guinevere are loved by the people, The Knights of The Round Table are becoming legends, and the king's manservant is stumbling his way through Camelot as always. The King is on his throne and all is well. Until the rumours start ... (A/M)

His life was perfect.

You had been a boy that expected the whole world to bend to your wishes and needs, but he had turned you into a man and a king that thought that indulgence could only lead to the destruction of everything you cherished.

The Isle of the Blessed rang with the screams of liberated souls of darkness - the Dorocha. The Cailleach demands a price. Merlin disagrees. Alternative ending to Darkest Hour. Now the knights struggle to come to terms with Merlin's secret and Merlin gains a new name in destiny

After spending years wandering Skyrim and ultimately saving Tamriel from the World Eater, the Dragonborn Verax turns his attention to the land that forged him into a legend. With the temporary armistice still in place he devises a plot to bring peace back to the troubled province and ready the land for the ever present Thalmor threat. Conclusion of the "Whitescale" series.

Prompt answer: Merlin honestly didn't even know he did it, until Mordred's glaring blue eyes caught his.

Set in 5x06. What would have happened if Merlin found the mandrake room? Who would he have seen? And what would they have to say? Two-shot. Merlin whump, but more the emotional kind.

AU story. Uther Pendragon gets revenge on sorcercy by twisting it to his own purpose. When he follows up reports of a young sorcerer living in one of the outlying villages, it becomes apparent that Arthur and Merlin's destiny remains entwined. Some Merlin/Arthur slash.

"Five years of waiting, and finally here you are." Morgana, with Merlin and Arthur at her mercy, prepares to make them feel every torment she suffered fighting them. Mildy whumpy with dark!Merlin.

You can't always be worried about fate. - In which Arthur fears for Merlin's fate and they come to an understanding. NO SLASH

Fate has strange ways of catching up with you. Non-slash.

Off camera scenes of Arthur's view of what's been going on in Camelot since Merlin arrived. Maybe he hasn't been so blind after all?

For the first time in his life, Mordred wondered if he had been wrong, if Merlin wasn't a failure, but just someone desperately lonely, crushed by destiny and yet trying to play his part.

AU retelling of 4X06 "A Servant of Two Masters". Little did she know it, but Morgana could not have chosen a better assassin to kill Arthur than Merlin. A story in which Arthur is not as oblivious as usual and Merlin actually remembers he's a warlock.

'And so, let us eat, drink and wickedly plot to savagely murder Uther and Arthur Pendragon before burning Camelot...' A series of hopefully humorous one-shots of the scenes we never got to see, and those lines we were screaming at the characters to say

Post Series 4. Arthur is a happily married king; Camelot is finally at peace; And Merlin is...outside the king's quarters nervously considering his options. His guilty conscience just won't leave him alone. Is it finally time to reveal his secret? Complete! *SEQUEL Shredding Destiny NOW POSTED*

Two queens will always be one queen too many.

The knights found the dragon egg before Merlin could take it to the Great Dragon. Truths are told, people get hurt and the warlock finds himself banished from Camelot. Can he continue to help Arthur from the shadows? Set after 'Aithusa' / Indefinite HIATUS

AU 4x13. What if Arthur went after Merlin in the tunnels outside of Ealdor earlier? What would he think of the confrontation between him and Agravaine? And how will he deal with the revelation as they retake Camelot? Reveal-fic... as always. No slash. Thanks to ErinNovelist for the lovely book-cover! Companion one-shot "Come Fly With Me" now posted!

A look inside Arthur's head as he thinks over his not-quite friendship with Merlin. Thought up during SE-3, but any time past mid-series 1 will do. "Arthur doesn't want to know. Arthur Pendragon may be arrogant and complacent, but he is no fool. He has noticed his manservant Merlin's mask, his sneaking around, and his flimsy excuses."

Arthur looked bemused as Merlin drew a blood sample. It was strange to see his blood outside of his body. And much stranger that this person he had only known for five minutes was drawing it out of him. A ProdigyNanotechnologist!Merlin and Prince!Arthur.

He handed off his own sword and whipped out his knife, putting it to Arthur's throat. "You're dead," he said, gloating. -no slash, oneshot.

4th and final fic in the Pendragon Institute series. At the museum of medieval art, reactions to Arthur's latest decision range from excitement to shock. Arthur and Merlin head to London to make things official, but will they have any time alone there? AU

Upon arriving back in Camelot, Arthur has stumbled straight into a nightmare. The crowd gathers for fire; the King preaches his accusations; and the torch is lowered to Merlin's bound feet. By the fires of Camelot will Arthur decide the Warlock's fate. COMPLETED. Sequel coming soon 'By the Trials of Night'

Merlin's life is just one disaster after another. He should have known that getting kidnapped by bandits would be just his luck. No Slash, no pairings. Post Season 2. Under Edit.

When yet another creature attacks Camelot, Merlin is forced to reveal his powers. Unable to kill his closest friend, Arthur sends him away. What does that mean for their destiny? Not my best summary or title, but definitely worth a read.

DS Arthur Pendragon left the force after a horrifying incident that resulted in the death of his fiancée. He is now one of the best P.I.s in London alongside his smiling assistant, Merlin, who seems to have a darker secret to him he cannot quite place...

Part 2 to "What Goes Around." Arthur had had no choice but to banish Merlin. He'd thought that he'd never see Merlin again. Merlin had known better. What happens when he finally returns? And why is he allowed? Can be read without Part 1.

Arthur knew there was no enchantment, so why was there an old sorcerer getting himself caught, confessing to a non-existent crime, and planting false evidence? Well, that's where his visit to the dungeons comes in. An eye-opening conversation told from the pov of Arthur and the old sorcerer ensues. Tag to ep 3X10, "Queen of Hearts". A missing scene and plot-hole filler, of sorts.

When Agravaine interrogates Merlin about Emrys, he did not expect his anger to get the better of him. Nor did he anticipate Sir Percival seeing, a severely broken jaw, or an extremely unimpressed king. No slash.

A strange wizard comes to Camelot and challenges the most powerful man in Albion. Much is at risk, but the challenge cannot be declined.

Modern AU. Psychiatrist Arthur Pendragon takes on a new patient, Merlin Emrys, who is the victim of a brutal crime. Arthur's professional and personal life clash as the case in question was investigated by none other than DCS Uther Pendragon.

King Arthur is baffled when entire villages are suddenly reported empty. He sets out with his knights and faithful servant to investigate, but on the way, he finds what it means to lose a close friend, and faces horrors he has never before. Character whump level: *critical*

"You heard. Put. It. On." Hesitating for only a moment, Merlin lifts his hand and places the gleaming crown of Camelot on his scruffy, irreverent peasant's head. He smiles, white teeth even and perfect and— Arthur blinks. This was a very bad idea.

I am a gate. I live in Camelot, guarding a small tunnel out of the castle. This is my story.

Dark Ace. The villain. The traitor. The Cyclonian. And yet, at one point of time, he was a Storm Hawk. Once, long ago, he had been Lightning Strike's friend. Fighting Aerrow just haunts him.

Or - "Guinevere's Astute Observational Skills As Conveniently Ignored by the Show." As Arthur holds the sword above his head and the crowd shouts its fealty, Gwen's eyes widen in recognition. 4x13

one-shot on Uther's frustration with falling chandeliers.

Arthur deals with the emotional aftermath of learning Merlin's darkest secret. And as we all know, Arthur sucks with emotions. AU,3rd season time frame. NO SLASH! just friendship

oneshot Right before Tintin and Chang's first time.

With the galaxy firmly in a Cold War between the Republic and the Empire, all of the real action is taking place in the Underworld. Kelvin Riggs is a specialized Smuggler who has decided it's time his life got a little more interesting again.

Jon Snow and his wildling companions crash the Red Wedding. *Spoilers of sorts for Book 3* Rated T for some violence.

Long summary is long because it is from a KMM prompt. Gist of it is: Four times Arthur almost told Merlin he loved him, and the one time he actually did.

Merlin shares his scars and, finally, his secrets.

"Morgana raised her hand above her head and swept it down in an action that made no one doubt who her father was. As one the line of black knights turned and faced the crowd. Merlin's eyes darkened in anger." S3E13. The Coming of Emrys. Continue?

The Brotherhood of the Round Table has begun, leading the fight against darkness. The threads of destiny are weaving ever tighter, and the one question is if their trust will be enough. Spoilers Se4 Sequel to A Question of Motives

Morgana is left mad with revenge, Uther is broken with dispair, Arthur is trying to rebuilt Camelot, and Merlin is just trying to stay alive. New alliances are made, threatening Camelot and Merlin even more than before. No slash, After season 3

Post S3. When a patrol goes missing under strange circumstances, Arthur is determined to find out what happened, and no one can persuade him otherwise. With nothing to go on but a foreboding story, Merlin fears that their luck might finally run out.

Merlin cannot move when made of stone, but the faint light and witching eyes make it seem like he almost might... AU. Heroic!Arthur. No slash.

AT. Season 3 episode 2 spoiler alert. A story following the end of "The Tears of Uther Pendragon", where not only has Morgana taken responsibility for bringing down the skeletons, but has also accused Merlin of planting the staff in the first place.

Morgana livid of her second failure, turns to one last battle. Merlin caught in the midst, is left with no choice but to reveal his magic to fight for magic on both sides. But Arthur would just like some answers for once. Spoilers to season 4!

We all know that nothing improper happened on the roof of the Archives between Elodin and Kvothe, no matter how it looked to anyone without an explanation. But Yaoi fangirls and -boys at the University may have a different opinion... Oneshot.

Futurama-based AU. One-shot. Merlin characters as the Planet Express crew. Merthur fluff.

Merlin, outed as a sorcerer, decides to help Princess Mithian with problems in her kingdom. Why? Because banishment is so boring.

Canon era AU, M/A. On the Mercian border, Arthur is separated from his knights and trapped in a place that seems to balance between dream and reality. To regain his freedom he must put his trust in one of Lord Bayard's men - a man named Merlin.

Arthur watches Merlin bathe in a river, mesmerised by the contrast of black hair on white skin. A/M.

Large, gloved hands probed the prince's nights in monstrous dreams that were all too real. It has been an eternity since he has slept soundly without those fingers curling and grasping at his blonde hair. Noncon, dubcon, Merlin/Arthur, Arthur/Uther

drabblish AU oneshot. A secret agent is foiled by Captain Haddock during his first assignment.

alt. fic for Series 4, ep. 5 My Father's Son- In the actual episode, Queen Annis was awfully accomodating. What if she were a bit harder to persuade? What if she were not so noble, and slightly more ambitious? Complete!

"Why do you do this? Why do you sacrifice so much… for nothing?" "It's not for nothing; it's for you. Everything is for you." rated for violence and torture

What if Merlin was the one to fight instead of Arthur. What would happen after? Basically what I was hoping would happen as I watched this episode. No slash.

Uther has descended into madness, and Arthur finds it no easy task to run Camelot. Merlin finds it no easy task to keep Arthur healthy and happy as he runs it. Eventual Merlin/Arthur, Lancelot/Gwen.

Down-on-his-luck Nord Skole discovers an unorthodox way to rid Skyrim of its dragon problem.

Merlin finally gives up all hope of ever being accepted by Arthur for who he truly is. - Warnings: Attempted Suicide and blood/violence - Magic Reveal fic

Everyone expects Merlin's secret to come out in the heat of battle or saving Camelot.What if it happens on the most normal of days?And what if that makes it worse than it ever could've been? Set after 4x13 in a time of love, loss, & always laughter.

A sorcerer starts bragging that he is Emrys, the most powerful of all. The others don't believe it and put it to a test-a cave that holds power that only Emrys can wield. What happens when Uther hears? What happens if he's not Emrys? Set before 3x12

ONE SHOT. Spoilers for S2. Inside Sherlock's mind is a Palace. Inside the Palace are many rooms. Within the largest room is the Throne. Upon the Throne sits the King.

Alternate ending to season's two The Sins of the Father. Arthur is set on killing his father for all the wrongs that he has done but Merlin can't bring himself to lie, believing that Arthur deserves the truth. Killing the King isn't an option though.

Future AU. After leaving the Island of Ealdor as the Ocean rises and at the words of a dragon, Merlin sets off to uncover the truth behind the Sky Cities and learns that the fables and glory he's heard are nothing like the dreadful truth. Arthur/Merlin

What if Kilgharrah was placed into a position where he had to look after a newborn Merlin. How would he deal with it?

Post Season 4. Arthur looked back into the events in his life as he pondered over how Merlin had grew into someone he mostly cherished. Pseudo Reveal!fic. Now with Flashback side story.

Arthur didn't know why the rocks fell at that moment, leaving Merlin to his fate. He didn't know the truth until it was far too late. AU S4 E6.

He isn't sure when he first noticed his servant's walls.

Offshots to Vigil. Now that Merlin's awake, Arthur braced himself for the revelation that was coming. But just how many secrets that Merlin was having? Post Season 4.

The HonorHall orphans didn't know that they would be adopted but one by one they get to get the home they all deserve. One-shots for the orphans because they deserve to be adopted! ON HAITUS

In "Queen of Hearts" doesn't it seem odd that neither Arthur nor Morgana question the antics of a crazy old sorcerer? This story details the missing moments of that night and the following days in which Merlin became Dragoon the Great.

Arthur was determined to find Emrys - he only wished he had considered sending someone else besides Merlin. *Season 4 Spoilers*

Two students from the College of Winterhold stumble upon a strange Khajiit who may just be the most important person in Skyrim. Completed! Features 2 OCs, Brelyna Maryon, J'zargo, and the rest of the College of Winterhold personalities.

"Arthur didn't need Merlin's obedience, or his pity. No, this would never, ever be happening again. Except that it did." A series of vignettes that follows Merlin and Arthur, from S1 - S4. Merlin/Arthur slash. Merthur. Also Merlin/Will, Arthur/Gwen

Read it and know why Skyrim and maybe everyone are better off without the Dwemer. Read it, and remember. Remember the Snow Elves.

Picks up from 4x12. Even though season 4 has already ended, this is my alternate ending. It leaves us with a better cliffhanger, a magic reveal, and it explores the friendship of Arthur/Merlin. There's also a great battle scene!

In what looks like the battle to decide the fate of Camelot, Merlin's luck runs out just as all is revealed. Slight Merlin/Arthur, if you squint.

Tag to 4x13.The King of Camelot reflects on an old friend after regaining his Kingdom from the hands of a traitor. He realizes a few things and admits a few others. There was no way to repay a debt so grand. Oneshot. No Slash.

When Arthur goes to another kingdom to discuss a peace treaty, an injured Merlin, disguised as Emrys, soon follows. Will Merlin be discovered?

"Of course I could have killed you. I could kill you right now. I could've killed you days, months, years ago, whenever I liked. It'd have be easy, easier than blinking. But I never have, Arthur. And I'm not going to. Not ever." REVEAL FIC NON-SLASH

Prompt: Druids start to slowly come out of hiding, living their lives peacefully in the kingdom and even sending a diplomat or two to Camelot. While no one ever does reveal Merlin is Emrys, a lot of people start to talk about Emrys in Camelot.

Sequel to Arthur's Silent Guardian! With the unknown identity of his sorcerer-protector plaguing him, Arthur is unsure how to deal with this new knowledge. Meanwhile, a series of mysterious earthquakes is threatening the safety of Camelot. No Slash.

Arthur learns the ugly truth. How is he going to deal with it? Slightly AU version of episodes 1.13 and 2.1. Merthur, if you blink, otherwise more of a bromance. Comes after Forbidden Fruit. Repost.

Gwen follows Merlin to a meeting with the druids and discovers Merlin's secret. Meanwhile, Morgana has concocted another plan to kill Arthur, but what will Arthur do when Gwen gets sick and the only cure is magic? No Slash. After 4x08 so, spoilers.

Merlin finds himself a prisoner to Morgana. What sadistic games will she play? And how will Merlin play them? What is really the driving force behind their actions? Read on if you want to find out. WARNING:S&M/Bondage w/NO Safe Word!

After a pale Argoninan breaks into their heavily guarded embassy the Thalmor place one of their best Jusiticiars in charge of capturing the culprit. Little does the task force know that their target is no mere thief but a superlative combatant that will pit elven mettle against monstrous skill. Takes place after the "Diplomatic Immunity" mission. Second in the "Whitescale" series.

Urzul Gra-Jal is the Dragon Born and has a job to do. It makes her angry, but then, so do most things. Cover Art by Blinkingkills

While attempting to take Sansa Stark under their protection, the wench and the Kingslayer instead find themselves placed under hers. Jaime, Sansa, Brienne.

Merlin is injured and presumed dead after defeating Morgana and her immortal army. Now that his friends think him dead Merlin cannot return to Camelot without Morgana coming after him, so he must find a new way to protect his friend and his prince.

He could have expected anything from his king, but this. - SPOILERS UP TO S4 SF!

"Rumours" part III, a.k.a. The Christmas Special. The first negotiations about uniting Albion have taken place. They are followed by a celebration of the winter solstice. Little do the guests know, their idle conversation will change the relationship between Arthur and Merlin for good. A/M slash *duh*

Five time Merlin could have revealed his magic during the second siege of Camelot and one time it wasn't necessary. [Follows 4x12 The Sword in the Stone - Part 1. Posted before 4x13 aired.]

The first time it happened, I had believed it was mere luck. But he did save my life. Strands of Fate bound us together, trapped within a Web of Destiny. A series of 100 word drabbles for each episode. Chapter 17 - Le Morte D'Arthur

The Dragonborn returns to the Thalmor Embassy for some unfinished business.

How does Morgana react when news reaches her of Arthur's decision to lift the ban on magic and when she learns of Merlin's identity? Part of my series. Bit of a prologue to Heart of Gold but CAN STAND ALONE: just read the note. No slash. Thanks to ErinNovelist for the cover!

Arthur had expected a pep talk from Merlin, but this is not how he saw it going. [Inspired by Season 4 finale summary]

An extended version of Surprise. Arthur and Gwen follow Merlin one evening, and learn more than they bargained for. Now they have a decision to make. No Slash! Mild spoilers up to the end of S3. All characters belong to the BBC.

A glance at the Camelot the Legends never spoke of...

3x10 AU. No slash. Arthur didn't tell Morgana of his plans, so nothing stopped him & Merlin from leaving with Gwen. A series of oneshots of their lives as farmers. Mixed genres. NOW: Arthur's nervous, Merlin's wise, Gwaine decorates and Gwen is beautiful.

"He needed no proof of Merlin's submission, of how he would always yield to Arthur, of how he would only use his powers for Camelot, for Arthur." Arthur's councilors ask an unbearable thing of Arthur. A semi-reveal fic.

With Morgana on the throne and a rebellion so tiny it's almost nonexistent, things are looking desperate. And you know what they say about desperate times and desperate measures... No slash. AU starting after 3.12, spanning 3.13.

Arthur knew of the distinct shape of a Serket's stinger. He knew that no one who bore the mark of their sting could live long enough for it to scar. And that is why he couldn't take his eyes off the shiny white scar on Merlin's lower back. 4x09 Not Slash

Reveal fic. AU 4x3. Spoilers. Merlin decides to tell Arthur about his magic when the Prince decides to use magic to heal Uther. EDITING

A short. There were some orders he had become accustomed to, and some that were those orders he hated. But, there were also those that he would happily obey, again and again.

"Arthur started it, he had practically dared him. Fine then. He would show them, he would show them all. They were about to get their socks blow off." In which Merlin tells a tale, and Arthur pays attention. Story time has never been this complicated..

"I'm not a possession, Arthur! You can't continue to threaten everyone I care for!" " I can threaten whoever I like, Merlin."

Trace, a 40-year-old Argonian Dragonborn has appeared in Skyrim. He wanders in and out of people's daily lives, being philosophical, world-weary, or very occasionally just burning things. Written from the general perspectives of Skyrim's NPCs.

The residents of Fort Greymoor do not bother Agnis. They just let her clean...and weave. Rampant lore-driven speculation as to the identity of this odd little NPC.

Sequel to Why You Don't Mess With Merlin. Claude is still confused about the servant Merlin. He just doesn't understand him. But when something bad happens Claude sees the side of Merlin that is willing to do anything to protect even one person. No slash.

Arthur contemplates Gwen's crime in contrast to his own perpetual moral dilemma. Season 4 Spoilers

Set after 'Lamia'. Merlin has returned to Camelot, but Arthur cannot understand why his manservant hasn't also returned to his usual, annoyingly over cheerful, state. SLASH.

NOW A 2-SHOT! Companion fic to Powerfully Modest, Modestly Powerful. Missing Merlin Whump scene from Chapter 7 and a little something extra set after PMMP . No slash.

When the three strongest Guild leaders-the Archmage, the Harbinger, and the Listener- find out how close the Thalmor are to their goal, they take drastic action.

Morgana's army grows every day as she searches for Emrys. Merlin may have to reveal himself to Arthur to save what's left of Camelot. Set in the not-too-distant future. MerlinArthur friendship.

"I'll be where I always am. By your side. Protecting you." NO SLASH, NO S4 SPOILERS. Oneshot.

Arthur is kidnapped in the middle of the night and rescued by a mysterious sorcerer named Emrys. Arthur searches for him. Merlin "helps". Emrys continues doing what he does best, saving Camelot. Friendship only. ABANDONED.

AU ending to season 4 episode 2. 'He would never know the full extent of what he did that night. But he did know that something had changed.' Some Lance/Merlin friendship.

On Arthur's birthday, Merlin ends up on the bad end of magic and flees Camelot. What happens when a mysterious beast starts attacking travelers? Arthur will do what it takes to keep Merling safe, but at what price? SLASH ARTHUR/MERLIN MERTHUR ETC.

Forbidden love, dangerous works and a horrendous villian all collide in a deadly fight for the throne of Camelot. SLASH. MerlinxArthur R&R

Bk2 of Prophesized. Arthur has embraced Merlin's magic with open arms, but when the time is right, how will he be able to open the eyes of others? A sequel to SMN. The after-effects of my Reveal. No slash.

After the end of the war, what becomes of Westeros?

With Morgana hunting for Emrys, Merlin as cold as a dead man, and a dream of someone rising on the Isle of the Blessed who wants revenge,it may be far longer than an hour that darkness reigns...

Merlin and Arthur get captured and Merlin proves exactly how loyal he is. As well as how far he is willing to go to protect the people and kingdom he loves. Will this change Arthur's view of his servant? Nonslash, contains torture and Gratuitous bromance

Spoilers for 4x05. Merlin and Arthur spend a little time in the King's tent. A/M.

Arthur knows that Merlin fears magic but now that he's king, he's going to lift the ban anyway. He just hopes he can get Merlin to see reason. Warning: includes Uther's execution of a little girl by drowning

Reveal Fic! Set after series 2...When Merlin is summoned by sorcerers into the forest, he has no idea of their audience...nor of the problems yet to come...It would have been so much easier to just stay in bed xD

AU - In which Camelot is shed in darkness. A young boy escapes, and is raised by a farmer. And when he becomes a young man, things go to madness... And he is now destined to bring back the light to Camelot? With the help of one named Emrys?

AU. PI Arthur Pendragon is the best in the business. He has never crossed a case he couldn't solve. But with someone attacking sorcerers and a new assistant who's keeping too many secrets, he may just have bitten off more than he can chew this time.

Arthur notice something. Finally. But is he too stubborn to accept the truth? whump.

Usually Merlin was the one saving Arthur's butt. Not that Arthur knew anything about it. Now that he was no longer at Arthur's side, some hooded stranger was resuming his job.

Kvothe plays his lute. Tempi listens.

"Tell him that it was me who sent you. Tell him that he never should have trusted me." — Sansa, and the ugly road to becoming a queen.

COMPLETE, AU [Merthur, Merlin/Will] Arthur Pendragon, a renowned artist. Merlin, a mere servant. Fate can be a cruel thing, as can love, when the world just isn't ready. "...All this pain because of an artist's brush and one man's desire."

Merlin awakes in a cell, weak and bleeding with no memory of the last few days. Arthur searches for his lost friend but as Merlin begins to remember the days he lost, he wonders whether he can truly trust Arthur or call him friend anymore. Merlin Whump

On a snowy night alone in the woods, Arthur comes to know he has a destiny beyond simply inheriting a crown.

When it comes to Merlin and his scarf, he behaves a bit strangely. He is almost protective of it. Of course, this drives Arthur mad, frustrating him to no end. Four times Arthur didn't see Merlin's neck, and one time he did. Possible slash later.

Companion to Heads Will Roll, though not necessary to read that. A bloody coup threatens to destroy everyone and everything that Merlin holds dear. Camelot is on the brink of a war engineered by two dark sisters. A tale of politics, espionage and dragons.

Merlin lives on, immortal and eternally young, long after Camlann. Merlin makes it his task to seek out those with natural magic, and teach them control like he should have taught Morgana more than a thousand years ago. Maybe slash but not yet.

'We must catch the witch Emrys.' Merlin saves the life of Mordred's sister and is invited to the Samhain Festival. But then Uther hears of a gathering of sorcerers and sends Arthur to destroy them, once and for all...Set after Series 3, bromance.

His secret discovered before his destiny is complete, our unwaveringly loyal warlock must resort to unconventional tactics to stay where he belongs; at Arthur's side.

AU What if Merlin didn't know it was his destiny to help and protect Arthur. Instead Merlin uses his powers to become a robin hood like hero of Camelot. Pairings Arthur/Gwen Merlin/Freya and weirdly enough Morgana/Edwin. You'd be surprised.

Merlin and Arthur are attacked by a sorcerer while hunting, and Merlin is hit by a mysterious curse. Everything seems to go downhill from there, and Arthur learns something about Merlin that shouldn't be a surprise. No slash, rated because I'm paranoid.

Arthur's dubious about Merlin's cooking, but our warlock has created something so perfect, so wonderful, it will make history. A one-shot, slightly crack because we all love it. A fanfic of how the idea for my username popped up!

Secret revealed, Merlin flees, unaware of the magical threat heading for Camelot. Camelot is taken and Merlin is left injured and poisoned, and losing control of his powers. He must regain control, save Camelot and save Arthur before it is too late.

A dark turn of events and an unexpected revelation force Arthur to make a choice about whether to follow his head or his heart. A choice that could save a life, or cost one. Post The Beginning of the End ep 108

Morgues, Morgana and Nimueh argue which of them is Merlin's worst enemy. The small argument spirals in to anger and alls it takes is one very small, very tired Mordred to tip the balance, with potentially disastrous results for the Warlock in question.

Camelot's new queen unexpectedly finds comfort in the company of a servant. AU. M/M.

"Stay away from him!" The visiting prince snapped his eyes to meet Arthur's challenge. "Why?" he sneered. "He's just a mouthy servant. He needed to be taught a lesson." An old acquaintance of Arthur's is in Camelot and Merlin suffers because of it.

Theon Greyjoy bent lower and corrected the dying bastard; "Theon."

Two-shot. After Cenred's death, another tyrant takes his place. "After all we did to stop her, she's still found a way to the throne. Just not in Camelot."

This is a story about an execution and what happens after, particularly in terms of that whole destiny thing. Merlin/Arthur, if you squint.

COMPLETE [Sequel to 'Trust'. Arthur/Gwen, kind of Merlin/Arthur.] "It's time now, for the Once and Future King to step forth, but he isn't sure if he is ready."

People never believed in Mazoga's knighthood. Was it that she was an Orc, raised under a rock and brutal to the bone? Or was it because she had no lord? Regardless, she knew one thing for sure. Mogens Wind-Shifter had to die.

Sooner or later Arthur will have to tell Merlin that he knows about the magic, but he keeps putting it off - because the magic does things to him, things he can't explain. Arthur/Merlin one-shot.

With Merlin leaving Camelot regularly the past few months, Arthur sets out to discover his best kept secret yet. However, Morgana is closing in, but is Camelot all she is after this time? How far is Merlin willing to go to protect those he loves?

"You want me to do WHAT with Arthur?" In which Merlin is confused, Arthur is oblivious, the Dragon is amused, and destiny really is a-you-know-what. T for language and implications. Suggested Merthur Slash

Morgana's plan was simple. Lure Arthur out, capture and destroy. Possibly take over Camelot for good measure. Only then Merlin came along. And everything got a lot more complicated.

Morgause tries to recruit Emrys and kill Merlin, and at the same time destroy Camelot and whatever other types of mischief she gets up to.

Bk1 of Prophesized. Merlin and Arthur are faced by a new, powerful threat: the Gvarath. Merlin once again dons the guise of Dragoon the Great to save Arthur. But the question is: will he be able to convince Arthur to fight alongside him? No slash. Cover by ErinNovelist.

After Morganas latest attack, Arthur decides to take Merlin on a hunting trip to get away. Arthur asks Merlin an important favour during a conversation about the future. One-shot K for paranoia, no slash.

In which Merlin's secret is revealed in an unexpected way, Arthur learns the legends are true and a lot of things come to light. Oneshot

As he lay there bearing witness to the battle before him, he could scarce believe what he saw. What was he to believe? What to do? How are you supposed to react when the man you saw as your closest friend turns out to be a sorcerer? *Spoilers for SE-3*

"I opened my eyes to what he was, his essence, and the truth." "Is he friend or foe? The sorcerer." Arthur's thoughts, after finding out.

Amidst the chaos of the Shivering Isles, the Madgod needs an anchor as she waltzes through her days as a Daedric Prince. Haskill is only too thrilled to oblige.

When Camelot is attacked and Merlin is forced to step in to stop Morgause, his secret is revealed, and Uther condemns him to death. Now Arthur must decide, is his father right about magic? Is Merlin evil? Who will he stand by? Destiny is upon us.

Morgana sets a trap by kidnapping Gaius, which leads to Merlin revealing his secret. As a result, Arthur, Lancelot and Gwaine set out on a journey to the land of the Dragonlords to bring Merlin back to Camelot. Season 4. Complete. Noble Merlin. No slash.

Arthur's son meets an interesting man who tells him stories about his father. "They weren't fairy tales, Father. They were real stories. About you. He said he had stories no one else did." Guess who? Oneshot, no slash, Arwen referred to.

On trading a kingdom for a sister, and the determination to keep both.

Merlin's happy to dedicate his life and soul to Arthur in Camelot, even though he knows the dragon is wrong, and Arthur will never be king. How can he be, when he is the second son, and his brother is the heir to the throne? Arthur/Merlin Slash

Cyclonis kidnaps Harrier. Bad move.

Which is not a darkfic, not a deathfic, not slash, and not a reveal, and yet begins with Arthur's sword slicing towards the helpless ex-manservant on the ground. That's the kind of thing that just screams, "You've been fired." Part action, part humor.

When Arthur notices the scars on Merlin, he sets off to find out why a servant of all people has such marks and discovers that Merlin might not be all that he seems. Arthur/Merlin

After two decades of war between the druids and Camelot a peace treaty is attempted. However there are some on both sides who do not want this to happen, therefore a protector is needed... Emrys...

Merlin is arrested for sorcery - Arthur's not saying who helped him escape - Arthur thinks that Merlin's gone, only... how on earth is it that he continues to defeat magical creatures and not remember it? Is there a sorcerer in the shadows, helping them?

Future!fic. Merlin's got a bit of angst, but mostly he's just bored. Friday nights, he and Nimueh get together for a drink. Occasionally, they try to kill each other.

In the future, with winter over, Sansa finds a familiar face. Or at least a familiar name, the face has changed.

"I hope you are rolling in your grave brother, I will find your son, and I hope he is like you. I will ruin him and gain a lovely weapon in the process." Cenred spat on the grave, "I win Balinor." .Sequel posted.

It's been months since Arthur's kidnapping, and Merlin has spent that time looking for him - and now, worn through from his quest, he's finally found Arthur, a traumatized slave far away from home. The journey home will be a long one, and a healing one.

Merlin is really good at keeping secrets, but surely he's not that good. Chapter 8 - Arthur: Part II Arthur's just found out that Merlin has magic, and he's about to find out he was the last to know... somehow, this annoys him more.

What happens when a private conversation containing delicate information is over heard by a bewildered audience? Will Merlin survive the consequences? A finding out story, post 3x05, Arwen! Dark!Merlin SPOILERS FOR UP TO 3X05! NOW UP WITH EPILOGUE!

After being ambushed in enemy territory, Merlin is mortally wounded and Arthur has no choice but to allow a sinister witch to heal him.

Something is rotten in the state of Camelot. A love story. Warnings: sexual abuse, main character death, Merthur hurt!Arthur evil!Uther bamf!Merlin eventually. Dark AU canon period. COMPLETE

After a mysterious sorcerer saves Camelot, Arthur is pretty sure he knows who it is. He and Merlin have a discussion about it. But it's purely hypothetical. Really. It is.

Merlin had a duty to protect Camelot. He would do whatever it took to protect the rise of the Once and Future King, even if it meant his death. As the fall of Albion approaches, Merlin finds it's not just Morgause he needs to fear. Arthur x Merlin.

Merlin's magic is revealed and he is forced to flee Camelot. He soon meets up with some Druids who seem to help him, but are they all that they seem? How will Merlin fulfill his destiny? Please Review! No Slash. No spoilers- wrtitten before Season 3.

Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned. Especially if that woman happens to be the all powerful Lady of the Lake. And you've just shot her boyfriend with a crossbow.

"It ain't fuckin' funny, so quit fuckin' laughin' about it — you don' know what happened."

In which Merlin is bludgeoned, strangled, attacked, smothered, shot with glass, and tossed out a window, burned, whipped, stabbed, thrown down stairs, nearly drowned on dry land, and harpooned, and still manages to save Camelot from seven evil sorcerers.

One shot set after Crystal Cave. What Merlin would be like if he had a bit of a backbone and the inclination to use it.

!bit crack/mostly humor/Merthur slash! Guinevere is the only thing getting in the way - for simple everything! A reminder of the way she actually blew up everything and is constantly getting in the way of our very favourite romance.

AU "You are capable of more?" "More? Your majesty?" "More types of spells. More brain cells as well?" "Yes," he hissed. "Protect yourself." "What?" "Carl, shoot him." Getting captured by Uther doesn't quite have the results Merlin expect

When Arthur goes looking for his absent servant he overhears a conversation which hints at a rift between Morgana and Guinevere. As he attempts to get to the bottom of this mystery, numerous uncomfortable secrets are revealled. Starts after 3.10.

Sequel to Finding. He unsheathes his sword and places the tip directly over Merlin's heart. Merlin is a traitor, and traitors should be executed; that is Arthur's father's law. Yet... COMPLETED.

Arthur knows. Everything. Spoilers for all seasons. Read and Review!

Broken Merlin. Unbreakable Arthur. Cameras and celli and really awful coffee and painful relationships and frightening pasts and snow and kisses and the fact that they will always, always find each other in the end.

His secret discovered, Merlin's punishment is yet unknown.

Stork does NOT want to explain why he reacts the way he does to the crack of a whip.

Merlin is outed as a sorcerer and Arthur reacts violently. The Prince then tries to move on with his life but Merlin appears everywhere he turns.

"Time changed around Merlin. In good times, it seemed too short. In bad times, it dragged. And when Arthur was waiting -wishinghopingohGodpraying- for Merlin to turn up, it seemed to last a thousand lifetimes." One shot. Pre-slash or GEN.

...and the vulture stared down disapprovingly. Oneshot.

Morgana has a prophetic nightmare and realises that the only one who can help is the man who tried to murder her. Set somewhere in Season 3.

After witnessing Merlin using magic, Arthur is faced with a series of hard decisions. Can he decide where his loyalties lie in time to defeat a new enemy that quickly approaches Camelot? Just friendship, no slash.

I want to be the boy you fall for while everyone else is falling for you. ARTHUR/MERLIN.

When Merlin is being held at sword point, multiple blades pressing from all sides at his throat, he doesn't even seem scared. "Whatever fate you have planned for me, your highness, I wish that you let me stop this before you carry it out."

Someone else is waiting for the day he can reveal his magic. Unfortunately, Arthur enjoys Merlin's attempts at lying too much to tell him so. Goes from pre-friendship all the way to definite Merthur. 3rd in series but can stand alone. Arthur's POV.

Merlin and Arthur; two names that are heard together throughout history. But both are falling into easily laid traps as well as love, and it seems that they might not ever reach their destiny.

Even for Merlin, the white lie at the end of The Last Dragonlord is a whopper. How can he expect to get away with that one? Spoilers for all of S2.

Servers wear down. Subscribers lose interest. But what will happen in Dustbowl whenever Team Fortress 2 finally closes down?

When Merlin's magic is discovered Arthur sides with his friend, not with his father and Uther, blinded by rage and hurt,makes a terrible mistake. Arthur's friends struggle against impossible odds to save the Prince from an insane enemy.

What if somebody put a series of spells on Camelot and nobody noticed? NOW COMPLETE. Definitely.

Set after 'Parallel Destinies', Arthur has embarked on fulfilling his destiny, with Merlin by his side. Is it as easy as it sounds?

They vanished after going in. Door and all. I've taken it upon myself to find them a way back, because no one else has. They've forgotten their heroes. Well, I can't forget. I won't lose faith.

Arthur sneaks off. Merlin follows. Smut fic, basically. Modern!AU, sex clubs, and lots and lots of kinky sex.

We stood before them, or below them, while they made their decision. They might as have been the three fates playing cat's cradle with the threads of our lives. Did they know how long we had waited? Trained? What we had gone through? One-shot.

Captain Pendragon commands the U.S.S. Excalibur. Morgana's his first officer, and Gwen's at tactical. Now the only question is whether the ship will survive Ensign Emrys! Mild implied Merlin/Arthur slash, but mainly humour!

An alternate ending to Sins of the Father, Merlin and Uther have a little chat that results in more than one secret being told. Oneshot.

When Merlin hides Mordred from the guards he runs to Arthur and Mordred chooses to stay with his new daddies rather than return to the druids. Together the young family will face anything the world throws at them. Three Revelations universe. Ep8 onwards

Morgana watches Arthur and Merlin returning from the forest. Tag to "The Labyrinth of Gedref".

Missing scene to Ep 1.04. Arthur is confronted with his unexpected feelings towards his manservant.One-shot.

Continuation of the latest episode of season 2, "beauty and the beast - part 1". Merlin vs. Troll. Merlin vs. Uther. Merlin is forced to show where his loyalties lie. Warning: Massive spoilers. Rated T for bad language.

In which Arthur is out of sorts. His manservant leaves a lot to be desired, Morgana is scary, Merlin's 'luck' is becoming too noticeable, his knights need to learn some lessons, and they're beginning to act very strangely. Arthur blames Merlin. COMPLETE

Dark Ace x Aerrow: Aerrow learns why Dark Ace betrayed the former Storm Hawks and reacts unexpected, Preslash

“Know your enemy,” his father had cautioned – and Arthur thought he had, thought he did.

Arthur/Merlin:: Everyone is horribly misguided and thinks that Arthur and Merlin are a couple. Arthur and Merlin, armed with nothing but fierce denial, set out to prove everyone wrong..or die trying.

Spoilers for Season One. Merlin/Arthur. Needing to know if he can trust him, Merlin comes to Arthur with a grave revelation. Arthur fails to be appropriately surprised. Or grave.

Sequel to 'A Question of Trust'. Arthur uses what he's learned to get the truth out of Merlin. Will make more sense if you've read AQOT. Spoilers for 1x13 Le Mort D'Arthur.

What if Gwen wasn't the only one Arthur heard when he was unconscious? What if he heard Merlin too? Oneshot. Spoilers for 1x13, Le Mort D'Arthur.

When Arthur is ordered to conduct trade negotiations in the distant kingdom of Calderania, Merlin reluctantly leaves an ailing Gaius to accompany him, but all is not what it seems. Can the boys save themselves and Camelot before it's too late?

5 of the 100 Challenge. A/D-"The thing with a perpetual smiler is that you can never really tell what the person is thinking."

One friend accuses another of disloyalty. But perfidy can come in multiples. Not even betrayal is always black and White. As the old saying goes, what you send around, comes around.