A/N: Big Thank you to all of you. I try to answer everyone by PM. (to equine 14: thank you I will think about your suggestions). Hello and welcome to another chapter of funny quotes. This time we will deal with a quote from Tahbatha about Merlin's way to handle knowledge and wisdom (or at least what he thinks about it). People say knowledge is power. So our all-mighty Emrys is going to become even more powerful, isn't he? The second quote was suggested by ProcrastinationIsMyCrime and I promised her that I'm not yet finished with Gaius.


Chapter 12

"Sometimes the meaning is hard to see, but this time I believe it is clear. The white dragon bodes well for Albion, for you and Arthur, and for the land that you will build together." by Kilgharrah

This quote from Tahbatha was added by following Kilgharrah-bashing comment: "It's meant that the Great Dragon divination's skills are crap. I mean, if it wasn't because of Aithusa, Morgana couldn't forge the sword that kills Arthur via Mordred in the end."

Hehe! I take every chance to come down on this lizard like a ton of bricks.

Therefore, let's take our time to enjoy every single detail. We will start this by reading the first sentence of the quote. Wow! Did you expect this? I've never heard words like `sometimes…´, `…hard to see…´ or `I believe…´ from him. What happened to the super-wise, all-knowing, etc. etc. dragon?

I know my lizard-teasing is a little predictable. But now they have become very true. After all Merlin trusts to this guy just because the other one is constantly repeating this phrase of 1000 year old dragon being all super cool. But this quote is just a useless stammering of maybes and question marks. You could obtain the same amount of `knowledge´ by talking to a real ordinary lizard in the woods. Big scary dragon seems to be very tiny now.

Hello Merlin! It's high time to wake up. Do you actually listen to your dragon friend or is this just meant to be a break from your servant duties. I mean it can't be a coincidence that you spend quite a lot of time while hiding in caves or the woods to shout commands in the night? Shall I tell Arthur that his servant has so much free time? I'm pretty sure he will find something to do for you.

So why do you ignore quotes like this so vehemently. It's almost like … No, I can't use this cliché right here, can I?

Ah who cares! We all know it's true that men have a special talent. We can stop listening to our girlfriends when they are talking about `important things´ like shoes. In the end it's like an ambient noise while watching soccer. Unfortunately, I have to admit we are not so good in actually listening. Oh yeah, believe me no excuse will be good enough if your girlfriend asks you if she looks fat in her new jeans and you nod just because of not listening.

Sorry, let's come back to the topic. But the question must be asked. Does Merlin have the same talent when he is talking to his girl… sorry dragon friend? I'm just thinking of the similarities. It must have something to do with Merlin's female acquaintances ending up quite unpleasant. I know it's all because of destiny and all this very important stuff, but isn't it more plausible to say Merlin might have a problem with listening, too.

I know it's nasty to investigate someone's privacy … hey does Merlin even have a privacy? It's all about Arthur, isn't it? At least this is what he says all day.

Oh come on Merlin! I'm annoyed of this careful maybe. Time for some tough and honest words. Everyone is using emergency lies from time to time. It's really nothing to shame about. This quote on the top is an example for your type of emergency lie. We do understand it. Truly. You were so shocked when the dragon revealed that he hasn't known anything just from the beginning. You couldn't have known this. So it was only natural to use an emergency lie by pretending that you haven't heard him. Moreover, we all know that emergency lies are quite long lasting. You have to repeat them over and over again and then you start amplifying stories. Nevertheless, it doesn't matter what we do or hope. It does not change the ugly truth. A lie will be a lie and can never become the truth. It's just in your head.

Okay, enough Merlin and Kilgharrah-bashing (only for this time). Let's focus on the second part of the quote. After all there is a chance that this part is more true than all the other prophecies. I know many people do agree with my tiny issues related to Kilgharrah, but is there anyone having issues with Aithusa? Nope.

So everyone likes the withe dragon and even big old grumpy dragon says: "The white dragon bodes well for Albion …" But we have to be careful, because of the previous predictions. So let's have a check if this one is more plausible. What is our hope-dragon doing? Well, she makes people smile. Do you remember her first action? Yeah, I know she saved the evil mad witch. But when was the last time that Morgana was actually smiling – I mean a real smile and not the famous smirk.

However, Aithusa is not just meant to be good for Albion, but mostly for our supposed to be dream team of Arthur and Merlin. Err… yep. What shall I say? We all know the final outcome: allying with the heroes, attacking and causing the end of the `good guys´.

And Merlin? Is he actually trying to command the `The White Hope´? Okay, being focused on fulfilling a destiny is just so-so, but commanding hope and destiny … err … isn't this crazy or even mad? Hello Morgana.

So how are we going to explain all this? The Merlin / Kilgharrah approach would be rather simple and straight forward – keyword `mad witchy blaming´. Not really creative but also quite fitting for an old-fashioned 1000 year old dragon.

Nevertheless, I'm not happy with this rather predictable approach. Are there other ideas anywhere?

Indeed, we could try to ask the promised symbol of hope herself. What is our cute white dragon saying? Not much actually. But sometimes actions are more telling than words. Her dragon instincts seem to include the witchy in the `golden´ future of Albion. Hmm? The total opposite. Obviously `The White Hope´ has a pretty surprising understanding of helping our heroes to realize Merlin's and Arthur's land to be build. Shall we call it Anti-Albion with a mad witchy on the throne?

So guys where do you want to live in this team building contest?

Welcome ladies and gentlemen. Let's get ready to rumble! On the one side we have a `The old Fogeys´ with a white bearded Emrys in the frontline and Kilgharrah as support on the sidelines. And on the other side are `The new Outsiders´ with the duo Mortusia in fighting mode. Ah forget about that we will do it the right way. All-or-nothing! Merlin has always been a show of drama and fairy tale. A big clash is unavoidable. Clear the ring and fight!

The survivor will be the prophesied fair and just king or queen. What, nobody is going to survive? Oh so sad. However, I'm already finished with mourning. It's time to enjoy life in our new kingdom.

"You stood and watched as our friends burned in the Great Purge. You're nothing but a traitor" – Nimueh to Giaus.

Oh yeah, the good old times. The first season was so much easier in many ways, wasn't it? The basic concept of the show was already established. One the one side we had Gaius the mentor, nice uncle and surrogate father (all in one person) and on the other side the evil witch Nimueh – typical fairy tale characters.

But this talk between these supposed to be mortal enemies felt somehow wrong.

I know there are some fans, who like the image of Gaius being the nice uncle, who is nothing more than a slave laborer of Uther. I mean it isn't so hard to imagine Gaius shaking and begging for fear what "his one and only friend" (citation by Uther) might do to him.

Well, followers of my fics might know that I have a slightly different opinion about this, but that shall not be discussed here. I think it's far more interesting to focus on the quote and the related consequences.

What do I mean with related consequences? Now, did you ever wonder about Gaius's response to this accusation? A shrug. Just to remember, we are talking about Camelot. There is nothing worse than betrayal. You might kill people, you might torture or imprison people, you can lie, etc. That's all rubbish, since you will always find someone to blame for. But you can never ever be a traitor. That's practically the basic concept of the entire show – not to mention that it must be punished by death.

I know Nimueh is a villain. So, it must be a lie. Nevertheless, it felt wrong that Gaius the only person, who did seems to know everything and try to free magic (Hello lizard!) accepted this accusation so easily. Some (nasty) people might even say there is no use of complaining a fact.

Is it fact? Stop! We made an agreement not to question Gaius's undoubtable and heroic role in the Purge.

No we will discuss the relationship of our two mortal enemies. Enemies? Hmm, am I the only one who felt some tension there? Yes of course, Gaius must be nervous since he is going to offer his life.

Hey, why even waiting for Gaius's offering his wife. Hell Nimueh, wake up! What's so complicated about throwing a fireball at the traitor and closest advisor of Uther?

There is no doubt that there is something more, something questionable.

Where is all this shouting and threaten that belongs to such kind of confrontation? Forget about the exact words. Try to focus on the tone. It's normal, familiar … hell I would even say a little sad.

But it's not just these two. Do you remember the talk between Nimueh and Uther? This was pretty much the same class reunion atmosphere.

There are three people, which are responsible for the basic of entire story around Merlin. Everyone would expect to see bloody and ruthless enemies, but instead of this they share a long and close history.

So let's ask the key question. What happened between these three before the Purge and how does it influence the outcome of the show?

Time for a Merlin prequel – In a land of peace and magic, the destiny of a great kingdom rests on the shoulders of a young boy. His name... Gaius.

Granted, it's not that there are many things to fear for our young hero. He might be the servant of crown, but his mentor is a wise (not to mention hot) high priestess and court sorceress. She is teaching him everything without any reasons for fear or mystery-mongering.

Btw. did I mention that the mentor of our young hero is quite hot? You can't blame him when his hormones are going `haywire´. This is especially true if you consider that the king himself is asking for advisor quite frequently. Granted, the royal prat is looking for everyone wearing a skirt.

Dear producers! I did just realize that Merlin is far more realistic and historically precise than I had ever thought. Isn't there a copyright on an English king with an obsession for getting a male heir, whose women tend to die quite early?

Okay, let's come to the final clash. Just to remember the high priestess and court sorceress was only obeying her king's command – or should I say the wish of Gaius to please his master and friend. Considering this makes it even more crazy to understand or explain the following consequences:

- Uther started the Purge - no wonder a king is a king and can't be wrong

- Nimueh ran away and starting to fight - no wonder a villain must be a villain

- Student and servant Gaius supporting his king

- Anyone wondering why he suddenly fights his former would-be (hot girl)friend and boss mentor who was rather close to the king? Ups!

- Anyone wondering why his king suddenly promotes the friend and student of the most evil enemy of Camelot so suddenly; moreover one of the few persons who know the ugly truth? Ups!

- Anyone wondering why the former student of the Old Religion has suddenly one of the most eager fighters against his former subject? Ups!

- Anyone wondering that he teaches his own student the same way? We are talking about the student, who is destined to unite the old and the new ways by killing the Old Religion? Ups!

No matter how you look at it, someone is always being – Attention the ugly word! – betrayed. Well, nobody is perfect. But do you know something? There is always something to win by betraying.

One question remaining? Yes. What the hell is the secret of Nimueh's magic Botox? Sorry ladies. We will never know. All together: "Thank you Merlin!"


A/N: Next time a quote-talk from Tahbatha.

Merlin: "Because it is you. You are the Key to all knowledge? There are times, I feel the weight of my destiny crushing me, but... that is nothing to what you carry."

Euchdag: "It is both a blessing and... a curse. Is there anything you wish to ask me?"

Merlin: "No. I don't think it would be good."

Euchdag: "You are wise, Emrys. Your wisdom will live long in the minds of men."

Merlin: "Wait... There is one question. If Mordred is not Arthur's Bane, then, who is?"

Euchdag: "Himself."

AND a quote chosen by myself: "I've long made my peace with the druids." – Arthur on magic