Merlin should've laughed. Should've seen that one coming. It was funny, in some twisted way. Funny that the man he was arse over tits for was with his best friend. Funny that he actually thought that man could turn out to be gay. And what made this whole thing uproariously funny was that even if Arthur could be gay, Merlin actually thought he stood a chance. Merthur.

It began, as any shift in destiny did, with a choice - run and hide, or stay and fight. And because Merlin chose to stand still, his destiny and Arthur's - and others' - took a sharp right turn. Discovered by the knights, arrested by Arthur, Merlin faces Uther's questioner and judgment... Gold is, after all, refined in the flames... Mid-season 3 in-canon reveal.

Leon had known Hunith for years, so when she was diagnosed with terminal cancer he took over responsibility for her son Merlin. Merlin was fourteen when his mother died. Just before his twenty first birthday Merlin started work for Pendragon and Llewellyn Accountants. He would uncover secrets and make friends and enemies. Supported by his guardian.***changed from K to T rating***

Merlin grows up in care, and it breaks him. Then he meets Arthur, who wants to put him back together.

Nick is beginning to accept his new life as a Grimm and a cop (with the help of his buddy Monroe of course), but what will happen when his older brother comes to town with startling news and unexpected guests? Will Nick's new Grimm status be accepted? Answer to Grimm challenge posted by elvesknightren. AU

In 1882, the bustling mining town of Bodie, California experienced its share of violence and out of the ordinary occurrences, but they weren't prepared for what happened one starry night. The appearance of a strange flying object and a huge explosion frightened the citizens of Bodie, and it was up to Sheriff John Sheppard to defend the town.

Merlin loved to race, it's in his blood. Problem was his father had raced too and died several years ago leaving a legacy for his son that no one wanted to see him pick up. He does anyway, in secret. What happens when the secret becomes to much and it begins to hinder Merlin's life and his everyday wants? What happens when everyone finds out?

Modern AU. In the year 2058 Uther Pendragon rose up as leader of the common people, defeated the tyrannical sorcerers in power and ruled over a peaceful but militaristic England for 13 years... Until the day Merlin set foot in New London (Camelot), and the most powerful warlock ever to walk the earth met Arthur Pendragon, the man he was destined to serve. (Rated T to be safe)

Merlin stops eating. No-one notices, and then someone does.

Arthur, an all American boy fresh out of the Midwest, is thrust head first into his new life in San Francisco. He'd expected moving in with his girlfriend and going to art school to be a change. What he didn't count on was the Merlin, the handsome fashion design student he'd be sharing their apartment with. And just how strongly he would feel about him.

Modern AU. Arthur is young, gorgeous, talented, and captain of one of the best football teams in England. His neighbor is Merlin, who is an archivist, a Ph.D student, and he hates football almost as much as he hates Arthur. Warnings for past eating disorder/current eating issues, homophobia, and angst. Also featuring Arthur/Mithian, Gwen/Lance, & Merlin/Mordred. Now see the sequel!

Arthur has lived a life of privilege and partying since as long as he can remember. But a dramatic car accident fueled by some not-so admirable behavior leads to a major lifestyle change - and discovering what makes him happy along the way. A/M Modern AU

AU. After tragedy befalls during his first years in college Merlin's perfectly planned life takes a turn for the worst. Years later he runs into an old mate who introduces him to the Prince, and possibly a new future. Merlin/Arthur

An exploration into how Ryan settles into life with the Cohens. Midseason one.