So yea a new story for you all that isn't Naruto. I know that I haven't updated any other story in a while but I haven't been able to write the in a while. Just haven't had a spark for the others but you all know me I update as I the things flow. For those that are new to me don't worry if it takes awhile between uploads. Some times I will upload multiple times a week and others it can take months or more.Just keep an eye out for updates. Will only say this once…In no way shape or form do I own Merlin. I just love the show and wondered if Merlin was a girl what would happen.

In a land of myth and a time of magic the destiny of a great kingdom rest on the shoulders of a young girl. Her name is...Merlyn.

Chapter 1

Coming into Camelot was a huge change for me. I grew up in the small village called Ealdor in the Kingdom of Essiter. It was a poor village on the edge of the kingdom. It didn't hold much value for trade and was strategic enough for the King Cenrad to care. Winters where harsh and we were always under the threat of a bandit attack or raiders.

I also never fit in the village for many reasons. First was the way I dressed. I had become accustom to wearing trousers instead of a dress. I even kept my coal black hair shorter then many girls with it coming to my shoulders. With no father or brothers I had taken on the role of hunter of the house hold and it was much easier to do in trousers and a tunic, which my mother altered to be a little more feminine. Shorter hair was easier to maintain on long trips. Many of the women disproved but then again my mother never married which was a big scandal for the village.

I also didn't act like a girl my age should. I was commonly found fighting with the boys in the mud or in the woods then preparing to marry. Now being the marrying age for nearly 6 months it was expected I clam down but I didn't look forward to that at all. I wanted adventure and something different. My last difference was the largest and made marrying anyone kinda hard even if I found a man I loved.

I entered the main court yard to see the King of Camelot, Uther Pendragon, speaking to his people. In the center was an executioner with a man on the block. His crime was the practice of witchcraft, something Uther Outlawed before my birth. I was not the only one to flinch as the mans head came off.

"When I came to back to this land, this kingdom was mired in chaos, but with the people's help magic was driven from the realm. Celebrate I declare a festival to celebrate 15 years since the Great Dragon was captured and Camelot freed from the evil of Sorcery." Uther announced "Let the celebration begin,"

As he finished an unearthly wail came from a women mere feet from me. She pushed threw the crowd looking at the body of the man. This elderly women was the executed mans mother. She swore her revenge on Uther before disappearing before the guards could reach her.

After that event I went to a nearby guard for directions. After looking me up and down he lead me to a spiral staircase. At the top I was to was were I would find Gaius the court physician.

"Hello," I called before seeing where the man was. I startled him causing him to fall and without thinking I used my magic to slow him and move sacks to cushion his fall.

"Did you see that!" he said as he got up unharmed. "I know what that was how did you do it?!"

"No...I...I.."

"Who taught you?" he asked but I couldn't answer.

"I...no one," I said but at least for Gaius gave up.

"Who are you?" he asked and I rummaged through my satchel pulling out a letter.

"I am Merlyn," I said handing it to him.

"Hunith's girl!" he said "You weren't suppose to be here until Wednesday,"

"It is Wednesday," I said

"Oh well," he said "You have had a long journey I suppose. The back room is all set for you to stay in. There is a wardrobe in there to hang any dresses you may have."

"I don't really have dresses," I said "But it will be nice for my tunics,"

"That is fine," he said "you get some rest then."

It wasn't really that late but it had been a 2 day journey here. So after unpacking my few belongs I got ready to sleep. I was drifting as I heard my name being called.

~Next Day~

I woke the next morning and dressed in my blue tunic. Leaving my room I tightened my waist cincher like belt before sitting down to the table. Gaius had made porridge for the meal. One thing I had look forward in Camelot was the better food, apparently I was wrong.

"I got you some water since you didn't wash last night," he said placing a bucket down on the edge. As he moved away tough he knocked the bucket causing it to spill. Instinctually I froze it in place only to look at Gaius and then back causing it to come crashing to the floor.

"How did you do that?" Gaius asked "Did you enchant a spell in your mind?"

"I don't know any spells," I said

"You must have learned some how," he said "Who taught you?"

"I didn't and no one taught me," I said "I have always been able to do that stuff."

"It is dangerous to us it here," he said "It would be best if you kept a low profile."

"I know," I said

"Well then until you get a job you can always help me," he said gathering two bottles and a sandwich. "The first goes to Lady Percival and the other to Sir Olwin. Sir Olwin is as blind as a weevil so warn him not to drink it all at once."

"Yes sir," I said grabbing them and I was off. It took some looking but I made it to both. I had to snatch it from Sir Olwin as he started to swig it before I could warn. Thankfully he did listen when I told him.

After that I decided to explore the city. It was so full of life in every part of the town. The marker was a bustle with merchants selling their wears. I even made it to the training ground which is were I saw a group on men with a servant.

"Over here sire?" the servant asked before a blade hit the target. "Sire!"

"Keep moving!" said the blond as he threw another blade. The boy was probably a year or so older then I and just another bully to deal with. The target the fell form the servants hands and rolled away and I caught it with my foot.

"I think that is enough friend," I said helping the servant up.

"Friend," the blond said "Do I know you?"

"No," I said "I guess friend was the wrong word,"

"You guess," he said "Why don't you go home girl,"

"I don't think I will and a prat like you can't really make me," I said "So why don't you leave the boy alone,"

"Dose that sound like a challenge," he said to men. After that I discovered that he was Prince Arthur the sole heir to the throne of Camelot. I was not quiet sure how but I ended up in the jail for the night.

I was woken this in the morning by the voice I heard last night. I had thought I had dreamed if in my dozing state but now I was awake. It called my name in deep ancient voice. I looked for any vent the voice could come through but there none. I jumped as Gaius called me.

"Merlyn," he said as he was let in the gate. "What did I say about keeping your head down,"

"How was I to know he was the Prince," I said as I was lead out.

"Be happy I was able to pulls some strings," he said "but there is still a punishment,"

I was then lead out side to the stocks. Once locked in the public began to notice their new target and started throwing tomato's at me. Finally it stopped, though I knew they searched for more, and a girl came up to me.

"That was brave of you," she said "My name is Guinevere, though my friends call me Gwen,"

"Merlyn," I said "I would shake your hand but a little preoccupied,"

"I understand," she said with a smile. "It was still brave,"

"Well it looks like my fans have returned," I said "another time Gwen,"

"Have a good day Merlyn," she said before walking off. The rest of my day was filled with having half rotted fruit and vegetables. That night I cleaned up and went to bed.

~Later~

Over the next few days I helped Gaius with his duties. I delivered remedies to people around the city and in court. Lady Helen, a famed singer, had arrived for the celebration and though everyone found her pleasant something felt off with her. Today though it was off to the market.

Gaius was busy so he had me run to the market to get some herbs he was needing. I also had some coin and was looking for a dress. Gaius had informed me that I was going to be attending events with him, either as his guest or if they need help in serving to earn some money. I knew wearing trousers were not appropriate for that occasion so a dress was needed and the reason I hadn't brought one at all was none fit me back home. I was looking at some crimson fabric when I heard a familiar annoying voice.

"So how is that knee walking coming along," Prince Arthur said.

"You know I could tell you were an ass. What I didn't know was your a royal one," I said. This caused his men to to draw arms. "Gonna have daddy's boys handle me."

"No," he said waving them off. "I don't need them. I could destroy you with one hit,"

"Just cause I am a women doesn't mean I a weak," I said "I can give you a run for your money even,"

"You think so," he said before grabbing a broom. I ducked as he swung the broom over my head. I grabbed a near by handle and we started at it. We had each other blow for blow which shocked the on lookers. Here a girl was keeping up with the Prince who had been trained as a knight since birth. I didn't even have to use my magic to keep up with him. Though I did us it little to help humiliate him. That was until I saw Gaius with his look of disappointment.

This gave Arthur the opening to knock me down. The guards grabbed me at once but Arthur surprised me by waving them off. Even told them not to take me to stocks saying he did start it.

"No need for that," he said "Whats your name?"

"Merlyn," I said brushing myself off.

"Well there is something about you Merlyn. Not sure if your an idiot or brave but you fight pretty well," he said before leaving. Surprisingly I didn't end up in the stocks instead I was got an ear full from Gaius.

Gaius had another task for me but I had decided to relax in my room until I was needed. I just needed to reflex if being here was a good idea. I was always going to be at risk here weather it was with my magic or my smart mouth. The Prince very well could have sent me to the stocks or worse today. Well sitting there contemplating I heard the voice once again.

"Merlin,"the voice spoke "Come to me before the banquet tonight. I lay in the caves below the city. Follow the dragon torches,"

I was shocked at the voice. It was so clear this time and though likely not the best idea I needed to figure out what it was. Just after I heard Gaius calling me.

"Now this has to get to Lady Morgana," he said handing me a vial. "You need to behave yourself as it will be in the castle,"

"Yes Gaius," I said before setting off. I had to ask but after explaining to one of the knights he brought me to Morgana's chambers. Her chambers were larger then my whole house back in Ealdor. Looking around I saw a wash room, a dining area, a bed, and an area that had a screen for changing that was near another room, likely for clothes. She was behind the screen.

"Perfect timing Gwen," said a the voice. "I am trying to decide on a dress for tonight. Can you get the clasp?"

"I am not Gwen," I said nervously. She then peaked around revealing her pale skin and thick wavy jet black hair and though mine was the same color it paled in comparison. Her eyes were like emeralds in color and to me she was likely the most beautiful women I had ever seen. "I am sorry to intrude,"

"No I just assumed," she said looking at me.

"Gaius asked me to bring your draft my lady," I said holding it out.

"Put it on the dresser," she said "Then you can help me with the clasp."

I did as instructed before going over. She was wearing a stunning blue dress but a more risky dress was along the screen. That is when a familiar face came in.

"Merlyn," Gwen said a little surprised.

"Is that your name," Morgana said. "Your the one that stood up to Arthur the other day and this morning?"

"Yes my Lady," I said before turning to Gwen "I had to bring the Lady's draft from Gaius,"

"Well that was very brave of you standing up for the servant," Morgana said coming out. "Now though a question for you both, Which dress? Either this little tease or the red gown to give them all a night to remember,"

"The red," both Gwen and I said.

"Good taste," she said with a laugh.

"Good color with it would be a bronze for the jewelry," I said

"You have a great eye," she said as Gwen helped unclasp the dress and she moved behind the screen. "Are you going tonight Merlyn?"

"Gaius has asked me," I answered "He said I should get accustomed to it as I am not use to such events. I don't have any dresses though and it is not appropriate for a girl to wear trousers to such things,"

"Well we can't have you miss out," she said "Gwen you you have anything that may fit her. She is quiet small but I am sure we can find something."

"I had a women commission a dress this winter but her daughter passed before she received it," Gwen said "It is to small for me so why don't you come to my place before the banquet. I can meet you at Gaius's chambers after chores are done,"

"Thank you," I said before leaving. That would give me time to explore and look for the voice. I had found one torch with dragon like figures and it lead down to what was like a dungeon. Which I found odd since the dungeon was on the other side. I stopped before the guards saw me but they just sat playing dice. So with a simple trick the dies went rolling across the room and down a hall.

I then came to another set of stairs and on either side was the same torch. I followed them down and into a large cave. It seemed empty but one rock formation stuck out. It was flat on the top and at the base a large chain that went off into the darkness. Then out of that darkness a dragon appeared.

He was a dull bronze color and his eyes a gold that I could only imagine were like my own when I did magic. In those eyes I saw his age and he was ancient. Likely older then when humans set foot on this land and called it theirs. This was the Great Dragon that we celebrated its capture of tonight.

"It is a blessed day you have finally arrived young witch," he spoke, which alone was a shock. His voice was deep and sounded just as ancient and full of wisdom as his eyes.

"You called me here?" I asked

"I did," he said "Now that you are here your destiny and that of the Land of Albion can progress,"

"Destiny?"

"Yes small one," he said "You are the protector to the Once and Future King. Without you he can not succeed. Your destinies are tied to one another and together you will unite the Land of Albion and peace and magic will reign,"

"and who is this Once and Future King?" I asked but he gave me a look like I should know. "Arthur, you think Arthur son of the man that banned all magic will accept it. He is a total prat,"

"In time you will see," he said before flying off into the darkness. I called to to no avail so after a few minutes I left and waited for Gwen.

~Later~

The dress was amazing. The dress its self was a deep red that was a shade or two darker then the royal red. The dress was overly layered and was more of a straight skirt to the dress as well. There was a black almost leather like under bust bodice, though my chest was relatively small still, that went up in a vest like fashion on to my shoulders. With the under bust of the bodice and the lower neck line of the dress it made me look like I had more of a chest then I did.

"This is amazing," I said as Gwen tightened the back lace of the bodice. Having only had my buckled waist clincher I wasn't sure how to do it. "I will return it of course when we are done,"

"No you wont," she said as I slid on a pair of her old shoes. "If you are going to do these events a dress will come in handy. Plus the women never paid for it. You can think of it as a welcome to Camelot gift."

"Thank you," I said.

"The hair though will take some time," she said playing with it. "Its like it was cut with a dagger with all the different layers. It is pretty but tonight it will have to stay down. Normally best to wear it in a braid when it is longer,"

"I like it shorter," I said "It works better for travel and I tie it back when I have to do heavy work,"

"Well then why not a lose tie with a ribbon," she said going and getting the ribbon. "Your bangs can still frame your face though. The dark color really brings out those blue gray eyes you have,"

"Thanks Gwen," I said. After that it was time to go to the banquet hall. Gwen had to attend to Morgana so I was left with Gaius until she returned. I had really never seen such a feast or so many people in one place. They village always got together and prepared a meal for special events like weddings or celebrations of births but this was something else.

Finally Morgana entered and she was stunning. All the knights and Arthur stopped in their tracks when she entered. She took my advice on the bronze and wore a thick necklace and a bronze circlet with a ruby that hung down. She clearly beat everyone in the room in terms of beauty. It was a surprise she wasn't married off yet.

"Beautiful isn't she," Gwen said as she came behind me.

"Very,"

"Some women are just born to be Queen,"

"Really!" I said shocked

"I hope so one day," she said "but who would want to marry Arthur,"

"True," I said and we laughed. We talked for a little longer until Uther stood in front of the hall. He then introduced Lady Helen before taking his own place. When all were seated she began to sing and the strangest thing started.

Everyone around me started dozing off. Gwen leaned up against the wall before I helped her gently sit. Then webs started to form around everyone.

"Has to be some kind of spell" I thought. The women paid no attention to me how ever. Her eyes were solely on Arthur. She pulled a dagger from her sleeve and started to aim. I looked for help in anyone but every knight was asleep. My eyes were drawn to the chandelier and with a quick wisp of my magic the chain snapped and it came crashing on top of the women.

With her singing over everyone started to wake. I helped Gwen up but everyone seemed very confused. I looked back to see the women wasn't dead though but instead transformed into the women from the court yard, the mother out for revenge. Time seemed to slow for me as she threw the dagger and the aim was true for sure. With the prince and the king still groggy it would hit the prince and I could watch that happen.

I moved quickly and grabbed his shirt pulling the prince to the floor as the knife went into his chair. Things went back to normal as we hit and the women took her last breath. Now no longer dazed the king helped his son up.

"Thank you," he said "We are ever in your debt,"

"Anyone would have done the same," I said trying to play it off.

"This requires a reward," he said as he rubbed his chin. "A place in the royal household!"

"Father," Arthur wined

"It is fine Sire,"

"No no you saved my son," he said "from this day forth you are his personal servant,"

"What!" both Arthur and I yelled.

"See me in the morning young lady," he said to me ignoring what we yelled "We will discus your duties,"

~Back in Chambers~

"You should be proud Merlyn," Gaius said as we entered our chambers.

"But I didn't need this," I said undoing the bodice. "Won't this draw attention,"

"Made we just found a use for that magic," he said before leaving my room to get a book. "I was given this when I was about your age. It could help,"

"Is this," I said looking. It was a book of magic one Uther would have burned during the purge of magic.

"It is but that means you have to hid it well," he said with a smile. After that it was off to sleep. I had my first day at my new job bright and early.

So I know this will be yet another story from me but hey its not Naruto based. Anyway I want to clear somethings first. It hasn't been 20 yeas of now magic the King says 15 years but Arthur turns 16 for me in this first year (spoiler I guess for later chapters). I figured it would take some time for things so his capture of the dragon a few months (Say April about which is when I think Merlin in the show would have arrived) before Arthur's 1st birthday (gonna give him a November birthday since we know from season 4 it is after Samhain).

Merlyn is 14 when she comes to Camelot but I decided on a fall birthday. Also it makes since to have her younger as Balinor was running after the capture. So this would mean he made it to Ealdor probably a month or two after Arthur's birth and Merlyn was conceived mid winter (we will say mid February) for a late October Birthday. He then would have gone back thinking Uther had gone back to his ways before Ygraine death but we can get into that later.

Now I reference Merlyn being of marrying age and that is true in this time. Legal age was 12 for girls, also would be around the time they would have there first period, and 14 for boys (yes I looked it up). I am making it here 14 for girls 16 for boys because of there is no prospects until after Arthur has his coming of age crowning in the show. This is a Merthur pairing (spoiler) and now the age may seem weird (though she will be a bit older (like mid season 2) before anything real happens) but the age is far more normal then some marriages during medieval times. Any marriage that does happen wont be until Merlyn is 17 or 18 so Arthur would be 18 or 20. So yea that is how that will be.

Morgana is 18 at the start of this story (as she is older. I notice people make her younger but if she was younger why would Uther not claim her. He would already have a male heir at this point so it wouldn't matter. He likely cheated on his wife in what he called his moment of weakness at some point and also said in the troll episode that he has been with no since his wife. She also feels she is the rightful heir over Arthur so it is logical that she is older) and give her a late fall birthday so she turns 19. Gwen we will say is 15 with a spring birthday. The only reason Gwen is not married is her father wont force it and her work. Morgana isn't married due to the king wanting his heir married first which makes since why she wasn't in the show.

Yea think that is it for now. I am going to keep some things like the prime event the same but what happens will change. Things might happen in different order as well and there will be adventures that are original. Merlyn is different and there might be times I leave something up to you all. I have twitter a so you can check it out I put some polls up there and inspiration for the outfits I place on my characters.