Merlin and Arthur get hit with a curse that allows them to feel one another's feelings, and once the knights find out they strong arm Arthur into helping them set Gwaine and Merlin up because they're sick of Gwiane whining about how much he likes Merlin. This goes about as well as you'd expect.

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 7: Instant. Cross-posted on AO3.

When outsiders come to Camelot and shake things up, the occasional unwelcome house guest becomes the least of Prince Arthur's worries.

UPDATED I suck at summaries but here goes (Fem!Merlin) Merlyn used to be happy. And then she changed. Can her friends help her before it's too late?

Follow the lives of king Uther and his sons Arthur and Merlin after tragedy has struck. But life throws a curveball... how could it not?

For such giant creatures, the serket's precision was immaculate. Merlin's body folded over, forehead grazing his knees as a silent scream clawed its way out of his throat, mouth open wide with barely a whisper escaping. (Set in s03e02. After the serket sting, Merlin makes it back to Camelot by himself.)

What if Uther wanted to secure his reign better, like he had one child that was known and a trueborn son, and a bastard daughter? And he knows that if people continuously try to kill him and his son, he will need more heirs for his son. A Uther loves his first wife and makes it clear that he will never marry. So who will marry?... Arthur will. Full summary inside

Taking the Once and Future King to the library to read up on some Arthurian literature. Merlin can't take him anywhere.

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.

It's not everyday you meet your soulmate while they are under a love spell.

Merlin has a habit of keeping Arthur out of trouble, without the prince noticing of course. But when it's the warlock's turn to keep himself from harm's way he's not as on top of things as he'd like to believe, leaving the task up to those closest to him. A series of connected short stories featuring our favorites from Camelot and their mission to keep one selfless sorcerer safe.

"How many times do I have to say it? What I saw is real! Merlin has a soulmark on his collarbone and it is in black with the name FREYA!" Gwaine shouts frustrated.

A collection of unrelated merthur making out scenes (and more ;) Chapter amount? Unlimited. Reqs and ideas accepted and appreciated!

What will Morgana do now that she has her brother all tied up?

During the "Witchfinder", Aredian seeks out Elaine of Astolat. As Mithian confronts him, Uther summons him back to Camelot. Meantime, Uther determines to see Morgana and Arthur married according to his preferences. Merlin and Morgana have an animated discussion. That sets off a chain reaction...

Merlin ends up revealing his magic in an effort to stop Morgana from killing him in Another's Sorrow. Arthur ends up seeing this and has to figure out what this means for the future of Camelot and his friendship. Merlin!Whump. Mentions of Merthian

In the land of Camelot, Prince Merlin has a deadly secret. Merlin, the son of a magic-hating king, has magic itself. For Merlin, there's only one reason for it: to protect his family. But Merlin, his brother Arthur, and his foster sister Morgana face many challenges, ranging from assassins to goblins. Can Merlin keep his secret? Or most importantly, protect the ones he loves?

Leagues away, Kilgharrah heard the Dragonlord's call with such clarity it was as though the words had been whispered directly into his mind. There was no denying it. No resisting it. A call of such power, there was no choice but to answer. (Set in s03e01. Kilgharrah saves Merlin from the serkets.)

Gwaine has figured out Merlin's secret (that he's deeply in love with Arthur), and he wants him to know he can trust him with anything. So, he takes him to the tavern to discuss it. The only problem is, Merlin thinks he's talking about his magic. Misunderstandings abound. This is not Merthur, though Gwaine thinks it is!

The greatest obstacle to discovery is not ignorance - it is the illusion of knowledge. - Daniel J. Boorstin. Choices make change. The real question is whether for good or for ill and if, in the end, it even matters at all. Sequel to MMM!

This was supposed to be a normal boring day filled with meetings, agravain complaining and training but after an ambush at the valley of the fallen kings and a rock fall that cuts off Merlin from Arthur. he is forced to head back to Camelot and send out a search party. the next morning Merlin shows up muddy and does something unexpected..

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.

Sequel to My Life in Camelot. One year has passed and Morgana has finally returned. But Morgause is still lurking in the dark. Ready to attack Camelot, once again. And she is not alone. Accompany Emma as she meets new friends and faces terrible foes. While fulfilling her destiny as the Once and Future Queen.

Morgause never expected to find herself in the arms of her former arch nemesis—Merlin Emrys. The only problem was, she was married to someone else and Merlin's partner had a life-threatening illness. They knew it wouldn't fix their problems, but at least it gave them a distraction from the problems. That is, until the distraction becomes the problem and more.

A surprise attack on the way back to Camelot from Queen Elena's coronation leaves Arthur stranded in the forest. His only company? A little boy who looks suspiciously like his Court Sorcerer... Featuring De-aged!Merlin, Gwen learning how to be a boss-ass Queen, and a cameo from Tristan and Isolde. Part 4 of my 'Destiny Rising' series.