When the build up of guilt, pain and loss leaves Merlin shattering, it's up to Arthur to figure out how to help his servant and friend mend the pieces of his soul.

When Merlin's Mother comes to Camelot to ask for help for their village, the last thing he expects to see is the king hugging her and proclaiming her his sister. Merlin soon learns being royalty isn't as easy as it seems, add that to a greater destiny to achieve, and he soon finds himself out of his depth. Good thing Arthur and Will are there to help him through it.

Arthur meant to reach out to him, check him for injuries, but halted in his tracks when, for the first time, he noticed that it was a small girl that was cradled in Merlin's arms. "Merlin, who is this?" Merlin's grip around the child tightened, as though he feared she'd be taken from him. "She's mine," he said hoarsely. "Her name is Aithusa."

"...I can only say that life gives you surprises, and life gave me a wonderful surprise the day you were born. A surprise that forced me to break the amulet in half, so that I could give one half to each of my beautiful children, halves that make a whole when joined... Two sides of the same coin... I love you so much my son. Ygreine" ... Arthur finish reading the letter...

Merlin, the sorcerer also known as Emrys, has become King Uther's newest prisoner in the palace of Camelot. King Uther wants what he cannot have, and what Merlin cannot give. It really is too bad that the King's son, Prince Arthur, has become fascinated with the prisoner, and it is a real shame that said prisoner has begun to teach Morgana, the King's ward, magic.

A collection of oneshots from the author's existing fanfiction, with a primary focus of WHUMP! according to predetermined prompts. Indulgent and gratuitous pain, agony, angst, etc.! Canon pairings, no slash.

If 2 World Wars weren't enough to bring Arthur back what could have possibly made him come back now? If you ask Morgana she'd try her best to rationalize something. If you ask Merlin, he'd rather scream. Also why is Mordred here? Cross Posted with A O 3 user name Apex Calibre : D ART COVER CREDIT: Natascha Horn on Pinterest give her a check out

SEE MY PROFILE FOR TAGS & WARNINGS. First in the 'Paths That Show Us' series. Merlin knows who did it and makes a choice to save a kingdom, but this time Morgana makes a choice of her own. Merlin has a secret but it isn't revealed here, only mentioned. This installment serves as the base for the rest of the series. NoShips in this one. Series is Canon Divergent from here on out.

READ PROFILE FIRST. Paths That Show Us series. Arthur has things to ask. Merlin has things he doesn't want to answer. No one is the happiest they've ever been but the only way is forward. Directly after Dragonlord's Confession. AU - Canon Divergence.

READ PROFILE. Paths That Show Us series. Arthur's ears work perfectly fine even if the rest of him won't. Sides of Merlin that Arthur never knew existed surface and the only way to go is forward. Arthur knows exactly what he has to do. Right? Right. ...Right?

The usual tale of someone dying then waking up in one of their favourite TV shows with, what I hope, is a twist. Published on Ao3 and Wattpad as well.

In the midst of capturing a magical creature, Merlin is transported to a world where Camelot is home to thousands of magic-users. Merlin plans to get back to his own reality. To do that, however, he must get inside the castle. The only way in is to pass the Apprentice Exam and be an apprentice to a magic-user inside Camelot court. Should be easy...right? Full summary inside.

Or the origins of the phrase 'Merlin's Beard' Arthur and Merlin have a beard contest to determine who can grow the best beard. There are only two categories short and long, along with four contestants. The vote all comes down to the citizens of Camelot and of course the Once and Future Queen.

Yuletide has come to Camelot, dear reader! Settle down at the hearth with a cup of mulled wine and enjoy twenty-four enchanting tales about friendship, love, magic and the holiday spirit. (An advent calendar of canon-era drabbles and one-shots. All gen with background Arwen. One story a day until Christmas!)

A love story, told at first through a series of letters, and concluding with a ball. (A Merthian slow-burn romance, set at an undisclosed and fictional point in the canon timeline - think Regency era romance with a dash of magic)

There were some unspoken rules for her, when it came to their relationship: never let your guard down; shield your heart with pride. But sometimes, in moments like that, all her defences crumbled down and she forgot why she needed an armour in the first place. [ArMor, canon divergent set after 1x13 - also, they're not siblings]

The Prince takes a deep, steeling breath, preparing for what he expects will be a very rousing speech; Merlin has gotten good at those recently. He does not expect what Merlin says next. "I have magic." An AU where Merlin reveals his magic to Arthur at the end of 3X13.

In the Black Years, a time of bloodshed and chaos, the Isle of Prydain is despondent and divided. It yearns for a new hero to save the country, and bring the people out from the darkness and into a new age. Hitherto came Arthur, fostered by knights and destined for kingship. But for the perilous journey that awaits him he must first become Battlemaster... - Pendragon: Book I

Arthur and Merlin are captured on a hunting trip and taken to a kingdom where nobles are despised.

Arthur intends to propose to Guinevere. Unfortunately, things get in the way... Merlin being one of them. Part 3 of my 'Destiny Rising' series.

A collection of oneshots based on my favourite pair in Merlin. Honestly, who doesn't love these 2?

Basically it will be 50 various scenarios where the show's finale could have gone slightly differently resulting in Arthur surviving explored in drabbles. Some are funny while others are sadder. You have been warned. Currently at Chapter 5: Riddles. Cross-posted on AO3.

For centuries Merlin thought himself the sole remaining wielder of magic but he'd forgotten the Great Dragon's words of long ago, that Merlin's future was joined forever with the powerful sorceress Morgana Pendragon. Merlin believed her death by his hand had brought that destiny to a close. He was wrong; it was only the beginning. Albion's fate would rest once more on his shoulders

Merlin is having a rough time coping with the consequences of his destiny and takes the worst possible step to avoid it. Lucky for him, Arthur cares a lot more than he realised.

Pourquoi Aithusa sauve-t-elle Morgane à la fin de la saison 4 ? Merlin peut-il faire renaître une part d'humanité chez la jeune femme ? De son côté, Arthur est prêt à s'allier à ses pires ennemis pour protéger Camelot, et de nombreux secrets lui seront révélés.