Prophecy is a tricky, untrustworthy thing; long on promises and short on concrete information. The Once and Future King will return; that much is certain. The how and when and where of that return are less so, and the why is a complete mystery. Merlin spent a lot of time wondering about all of those questions, and even more time trying not to. Then he found out. X-posted on AO3.

Part 1: The Psychic of Essetir. In a modern Camelot, Uther refuses to allow other kingdoms to develop psychic agents to rival his own. Arthur is dispatched to recover lost intel on the enemy base across the border - the first step of a campaign intended to capture Essetir's reported psychic, or neutralize him. But this mission isn't going to go exactly as planned... (no slash)

Some say our destiny is set on stone, that we are unable to change our fates. But I believe in second chances, for I am living one. I'm Estelle, and I was reborn in a land of magic and myths. A world that, in my previous life was my favorite TV show. Will I be able to change the path that lies in front and aid by brother, Merlin, in his quest? Find out in: A Second Chance!

Two people from two different worlds in the form of an independent illegitimate daughter of one the ton's most unsavory men and an unattainable prince who is bound by duty: To find a woman of proper breeding to wed, bed and produce an heir. They meet under less than stellar conditions and right away there is a clash of wills. But you know what they say...opposites attract.

Without Merlin and Guinevere to guide his way, Arthur married Elaina and fulfilled his duty to his father and his kingdom. Eight years later, he finds himself the king raising a little princess on his own. When his daughter needs a governess, he hires Lady Guinevere who brings along a companion. No longer duty bound in marriage, will Arthur allow himself to get close to Merlin?

What if Merlin had given Arthur different advice and in turn Arthur made a different choice in S5E5: The Disir. Magic would have become accepted in Camelot early in season 5 and changed the entire course of the show. Magic reveal/Canon end fix/Magic returned to Camelot/In Character/Butterfly effect story/Realistic Alternative Ending. Beta: Koala789!

Set after Season 4, but before Season 5. This is my take on a way Arthur could have come to accept magic. Arthur and his Knights are out hunting, when they come face to face with the legendary Queen Mab, but things are not as they appear. Despite Arthurs' mistrust, this Queen and her King may have more in common with him and Gwen then he would like to admit.

When Merlin wakes up in the king's chambers and in Uther Pendragon's body, he and Leon set out on a mission to cause as much chaos as physically possible while Uther has the worst day of his life.

Arthur witnesses Merlin using magic. What future awaits the outed Warlock? What will Arthur do with this information?

A curse turns Lancelot into a wolf. Now Merlin not only has to find a way to change him back but also save him from the Fae's Hunt.

Following "Queen of Hearts", Uther and King Kay of Nemeth negotiate a marriage treaty between Arthur and Mithian. Meantime Morgana and Morgause unleash a new multi-part scheme against Camelot and Nemeth. Merlin and Gwen are exiled by Uther. Meantime Mercia and Cawdor set their sights on conquest (again). How will this all resolve itself?

I know this is technically not part of the Merlin fandom but I was struggling to find a place to put it. King Arthur: Legend of the Sword doesn't have much of a following so I guessed here was as good a place as any. My own remake of that gem of an Arthurian movie.

A collection of drabbles and double drabbles, about Merlin, Arthur, Gwen, Morgana, and the knights of Camelot. Involves f/m, f/f, m/m, and gen fic.

On a scale of one to ten, Merlin would rate being married to Arthur a six and a half. Sequel to "Bells Will Be Ringing" a Merthur story. Side Arthur/Gwen, past Gwaine/Merlin.

And then it was just Merlin and Arthur, standing in the middle of carnage, just a few feet from each other. It was honestly perfectly normal, it happened all the time... Merlin/Arthur, Season 3 AU (kind of) Merthur

This out-take shows in part what happened to Penelope after she went to live with Lady Pendragon.

A newly healed and freshly motivated Arthur isn't the only one facing an overhauled view of the world around him. Camelot, the other kingdoms, and let's not forget Merlin, will all have their own adjustments to endure. How will these challenges help them grow? Please enjoy this post season 5, everyone slowly but surely gets their stuff together, tale of friendship and destiny.

Born to the famous knight Gorlois, upholding Camelot was as much a part of her, as the other Magical half the kingdom would damn her for, despite taking a path unlike her sisters; absent of vengeance. Together with her friends, Elaina works to see that promised day of Albion and to simply lead a life of her own. One of love.

Once Kilgharrah is freed, it's up to Merlin and Arthur to stop his attack on Camelot. Arthur witnesses Merlin control the dragon and soon confronts Merlin about his secret. As magical secrets are revealed, emotional ones are too. It seems destiny has greater plans for them than just uniting Albion. It looks like love is in the cards too.

Arthur's only been wondering why he can sense magic for as long as he can remember. He's not about to let this opportunity pass him by. No matter the cost. A "Sins of the Father" and magic-sensitive!Arthur AU, following my fic "Forbidden Fruit."

Inspired by a post I saw on Instagram. Merlin changes into the Dolma before the Battle of Camlann. Mass confusion. Arthur survives. Merlin, as the Dolma becomes Arthur's advisor on all things magical. Also, I wish they added the Dolma and Dragoon the Great to the character list. Oh, Dragoon also might make another appearance. Lancelot and Elyan are alive.

Disclaimer: I do not own Merlin. Look, I'm going to be honest, this is your typical Merlin is actually a prince fanfiction, thought I would give it a whirl. Updates may be very sporadic, as school progresses. Please tell me if it is actual garbage. That is pretty much all. Thanks.

Set during The Kindness of Strangers. Merlin does things differently, starting with deciding to face Morgana and becoming more involved with helping the people like him. He knows he has to find a solution, but choosing one side, he might endanger this other.

Royal Fem! Merlin. Balinor is soul mated to Hunith and King Cenred. Merlin is the child of all three. Arthur/Merlin/? pairing. Please read and review.

Follows canon but with my own arranged marriage spin on it. What happens when Hunith makes a mistake and is forced on the run with her infant son? What happens when Camelot knights find her twenty years later? What happens when Arthur learns he's betrothed to a peasant boy? Will Merlin be able to stand among royalty? Will these two different boys survive each other? Review!