Arthur finds out that Merlin has snuck off in the middle of the night. With his knights in tow, he sets off to drag his manservant's butt back to Camelot, unaware of the secrets he's about to stumble onto. Merlin/Freya (One-shot). Chpt 2: Little Truths (Side-story). Complete.

Same story, new summary (can't be bothered to change it in the 1st chapter, though): Merlin, Arthur, and the other knights are held captive by a sorceress. The knights and Arthur await rescue, since Merlin had escaped, but not everything is as it first seems. Of course, matters are further complicated when the sorceress returns from the dead. Warnings: graphic torture, major whump

When Merlin becomes the victim of an addictive, deadly drug, it's up to Arthur, him, and the Knights to stop the drug-dealer, whilst also dealing with Merlin's horrible withdrawal symptoms. Will they be able to keep their friend alive? No-Slash. Much Merlin!WHUMP. Disclaimer: I do not own Merlin, unfortunately. Reviews are so greatly appreciated you can hardly imagine.

Aredian is a well-known witch-finder. When he comes to Camelot and immediately homes in on Merlin loyalties are tested and realizations are made. Will Merlin be able to trust his friends to help him? Will his magic finally be revealed? Will he be able to escape the viciousness that Aredian has planned out for him? Tag for S2e7 Torture and some language but not much.

'"You're my best friend, I will not be responsible for your death too." Arthur whispered brokenly.' Arthur and Merlin are trapped, waiting for help after falling into the icy river in the middle of a snow storm. Arthur is forced to watch helplessly as his friend slowly freezes to death. Angst and tears. No Slash unless you really squint.

Merlin is trying hard to keep things the same as before after the castle is regained from Morgana. But can he keep it up?

What did Merlin go through after Freya died? Two shot.

Merlin and Gwaine argue about who would last longer-Merlin without magic or Gwaine without...drinking? They decide to settle this with a month long bet. Who will survive? And what will happen when the others get involved?

Originally anthologized in "Sesquipedalian." After an attempted assassination of Prince Arthur nearly costs Merlin his life, Arthur decides to have a little "talk" with Merlin about his apparent longing to die for him.