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Holding the Dagger by Toasterphantom reviews
All he could think of was the pain, and the nagging feeling this was somehow the fault of a certain clot pole in the room next door. Not really of course. The blame lay entirely in the hands that were holding the dagger in his back... Gen.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Friendship - Chapters: 19 - Words: 25,684 - Reviews: 147 - Favs: 124 - Follows: 234 - Updated: 9/6 - Published: 12/5/2010 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
In Media Res by MoonMargaret reviews
In the beginning, he was trapped. In the end, he would be free or he would be dead. But for Merlin, the secret sorcerer, and for Arthur, the king who doesn't understand, being stuck in the middle is the worst place to be. And yet, at least they are not stuck alone. * A series of one-shot reveal fics* *Can all be read separately*
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Drama - Chapters: 17 - Words: 67,781 - Reviews: 641 - Favs: 793 - Follows: 454 - Updated: 7/3 - Published: 9/26/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Sinstán by Ryne42 reviews
Arthur and Merlin stumble upon Stonehenge. Set post-series 4.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Spiritual/Supernatural - Chapters: 7 - Words: 15,855 - Reviews: 119 - Favs: 142 - Follows: 187 - Updated: 6/17/2019 - Published: 7/17/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Paranoia by Ellessaria reviews
AU version of 5x11/5x12/5x13. When Mordred screams at the moment of Kara's death, it's not the bars of his prison that shatter, but the protective walls of Merlin's mind. As the druid telepathically tortures the warlock, Merlin finds himself in pain, unable to control his magic, and increasingly fearing his King. Reveal fic, rated for whump. (Cover art by MildeAmasoj)
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 17 - Words: 56,029 - Reviews: 208 - Favs: 258 - Follows: 430 - Updated: 3/31/2019 - Published: 9/7/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, Mordred
The Musings of Merlin by Ellessaria reviews
A drabble for each of the 65 episodes of Merlin, all from the warlock's perspective. Humour for the most part, though they may stray from time to time. Rated on the safer side as I really don't know what my twisted mind will come up with. NOW COMPLETE! (Cover art by Wil1969)
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Humor - Chapters: 65 - Words: 7,000 - Reviews: 74 - Favs: 25 - Follows: 26 - Updated: 1/12/2019 - Published: 8/4/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, The Great Dragon/Kilgharrah, Gaius - Complete
I Give Up by mysticleopard reviews
He can't take it anymore. No one cares for him. Who would save him? Warning: Themes of depression/ Suicide
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 11 - Words: 10,924 - Reviews: 31 - Favs: 80 - Follows: 110 - Updated: 5/15/2018 - Published: 9/21/2014 - Merlin, Arthur
Compromising Position by staymagical reviews
Arthur and Merlin are captured by bandits while on a hunt and Merlin runs his mouth a little more than they appreciate. He receives the brunt of their frustration but their actions have bigger consequences than anyone ever thought. Merlin whump, angst, protective Arthur
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 18 - Words: 49,728 - Reviews: 331 - Favs: 406 - Follows: 545 - Updated: 1/5/2018 - Published: 8/3/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Screaming by KIMMIKY reviews
With Merlin, Gaius and most of the kingdoms healers struck down by a mysterious ailment, just what are the rest of the round table supposed to do to help? The only option available means asking for assistance from a source unlikely to WANT to get involved. Revelations and misunderstandings will abound as Arthur for once protects his protector.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Mystery - Chapters: 10 - Words: 45,645 - Reviews: 104 - Favs: 117 - Follows: 230 - Updated: 1/1/2018 - Published: 9/11/2015
The Forgetful Reincarnation by ErinNovelist reviews
After the final battle, Merlin gathered his magic and cast a spell to bring everyone who was a part of destiny back so that they could aide Arthur. A thousand years later, the reincarnations are born again, but things did not turn out as planned. Everyone except Merlin remembers. They must get him to recall the past in order to face the newest threat before time runs out.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 24 - Words: 106,214 - Reviews: 657 - Favs: 652 - Follows: 928 - Updated: 7/6/2017 - Published: 7/1/2012 - Merlin
Mortality by Kissy Fishy reviews
After years of being hidden, the Druid prince has run away… to the mortal kingdom of Camelot. His rash actions nearly start a war, but there are worse dangers afoot, like Emrys not wanting to be Emrys anymore. He'd much rather be mortal, with friends and fun. He'd rather be Merlin. A modern AU. Mostly canon pairings.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Friendship - Chapters: 21 - Words: 87,759 - Reviews: 104 - Favs: 169 - Follows: 262 - Updated: 6/28/2017 - Published: 7/28/2013 - Morgana, Merlin, Arthur, Gwen/Guinevere
Avalanche by Archaeologist reviews
Merlin really should pay attention to his spells because the word for snow wasn't anything like arse.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,124 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 28 - Follows: 12 - Published: 1/12/2017 - Merlin, Arthur, Gaius - Complete
Armor by April29Roses reviews
Arthur and Merlin spar about a wonderful hauberk. This little nugget of bromance follows the events of the story, the Morrigan.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,741 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 5 - Published: 12/3/2016 - Complete
The Morrigan by April29Roses reviews
A gigantic trebuchet is set to attack Camelot, powered by a vengeful sorcerer from Uther's past. Merlin finds a way to save his home from destruction, but Arthur discovers his magic, just as another attack begins. This is a classic reveal fic, with plenty of angst and whump. Dedicated in gratitude to oma 13.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 13 - Words: 20,741 - Reviews: 80 - Favs: 92 - Follows: 72 - Updated: 11/26/2016 - Published: 10/8/2016 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwaine - Complete
Chilly Confrontations by Emachinescat reviews
Sequel to Frozen Revelations. After a near-death experience in a frozen river, Merlin's secret, unbeknownst to him, is revealed to the king, queen, and a small band of knights. Arthur finds himself facing off against himself and one of his own knights as he struggles to come to terms with Merlin's magic - and accidentally makes things much worse for the warlock in the process.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,558 - Reviews: 54 - Favs: 303 - Follows: 95 - Published: 8/26/2016 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwaine - Complete
Protecting the Protector by ReluctantSlashFan reviews
The knights protect Merlin for a change.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Family - Chapters: 51 - Words: 69,349 - Reviews: 1303 - Favs: 1,798 - Follows: 1,856 - Updated: 7/2/2016 - Published: 5/1/2013 - Merlin
Stranded by Archaeologist reviews
Art was just a lorry driver lost in the wilds of Wales. Could an old tramp help him find his way?
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,440 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 4 - Published: 5/5/2016 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
About Time by wryter501 reviews
Through it all, Arthur watches. Across the ages, through tears and screams, through smiles and exhaustion and blood, through friendship and consolation and love and more tears, through darkness and despair and the endless heavy cycle of seasons… After Camlann and while Merlin waits, Arthur watches. Part 2: Time Was - Merlin reacts and adjusts to Arthur's return. No slash.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 3 - Words: 17,210 - Reviews: 46 - Favs: 113 - Follows: 30 - Updated: 4/14/2016 - Published: 9/11/2015 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Potpourri by caldera32 reviews
An assortment of short stories featuring Merlin and company
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Humor - Chapters: 32 - Words: 23,793 - Reviews: 398 - Favs: 135 - Follows: 129 - Updated: 2/9/2016 - Published: 3/29/2014 - Merlin - Complete
At A Loss For Words by staymagical reviews
Arthur has finally managed to retrieve his servant from the hands of ruthless slavers. But no matter how much he may wish it, things will never be the same again. Warnings for forced addiction, drugging, withdrawal, bodily harm, abuse, slavery, blood, just basically be warned (Disclaimer: I don't own Merlin unfortunately)
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 15 - Words: 56,137 - Reviews: 305 - Favs: 349 - Follows: 272 - Updated: 1/28/2016 - Published: 10/2/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
A King's Revenge by Lthien reviews
Merlin has been murdered, slaughtered by Morgause and Morgana. However, as our heroes set out to avenge their friend's death, they find that things aren't always as they seem...Can they save Merlin? Does he want to be saved? What evil lurks beneath the surface? Angst! Protective!Arthur Dark!Merlin Freylin! Reveal-fic! Disclaimer: I don't own Merlin-all rights go the BBC & Shine!
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Drama - Chapters: 109 - Words: 256,903 - Reviews: 606 - Favs: 314 - Follows: 340 - Updated: 1/17/2016 - Published: 8/2/2013 - Morgana, Merlin, Arthur, OC - Complete
Monsters by HarisaEnaja reviews
He'd always thought Arthur wouldn't last a week without him. But the joke was on him because here he was on his own and he hadn't even lasted three days without getting himself into trouble." Merlin gets captured by not nice people and Arthur has to come save him LOTS OF WHUMP. ANGST ALL AROUND and a bit of BAMF!Merlin. Reveal fic Arthur&Merlin Bromance. No Slash, Warnings inside
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Horror - Chapters: 13 - Words: 40,061 - Reviews: 98 - Favs: 364 - Follows: 239 - Updated: 12/3/2015 - Published: 4/2/2015 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Taking Care of Merlin by katierosefun reviews
A series of one-shots/drabbles about sick, badly injured, and/or hurt Merlin. Despite all that, he always seemed to have Arthur to help him out. [No slash, just lots and lots of bromance.]
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 24 - Words: 45,935 - Reviews: 293 - Favs: 549 - Follows: 487 - Updated: 11/14/2015 - Published: 6/1/2014 - Merlin, Arthur
The Great Escapes of Camelot by beingbored reviews
The citizens of Camelot have a nasty habit of getting captured by all sorts of crazy people. This series of one-shots goes into detail about all of the daring, noble (or not so noble), and cunning escapes of our heroes.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Friendship - Chapters: 36 - Words: 111,144 - Reviews: 300 - Favs: 176 - Follows: 158 - Updated: 10/26/2015 - Published: 12/10/2013
Penumbra: Missing Scenes: 8- Betwixt and Between by A. Farnese reviews
Missing scenes from the Penumbra series, in no particular order. 8- 'Betwixt and Between'- Merlin is home again and healing, but he still feels lost and hopeless. With Leon's help, though, he may begin to find his way in the darkness. Set toward the end of 'The Wind in the Trees'.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Family - Chapters: 8 - Words: 11,009 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 20 - Updated: 10/20/2015 - Published: 10/6/2014 - Merlin, Leon
The Worst Way by Revhead reviews
Arthur finds out Merlin's secret in the worst possible way. Set after 4x08 with the premise that Lamia incited the knights to greater violence than we saw on the show, and Merlin suffers from Post-Traumatic-Stress. Reveal fic, no slash. UPDATE: One-shot extended into a full-length fic, completed. Cover art by Phoebe594.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 19 - Words: 65,017 - Reviews: 398 - Favs: 1,609 - Follows: 494 - Updated: 10/20/2015 - Published: 2/5/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Emrys by Drag0nst0rm reviews
Arthur knew making a deal without knowing the price was a bad idea, but with Camelot at war with the sidhe and losing badly, Emrys was his only hope. Oneshot. Can be read as either AU or a return fic. I don't own Merlin.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Drama - Chapters: 3 - Words: 2,073 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 115 - Follows: 35 - Updated: 10/16/2015 - Published: 7/4/2015 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
The Fox's Net by Aleithria reviews
When the screams of the dying invade Merlin's mind, something is stirring, and something is unearthed. [Reveal]
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Fantasy - Chapters: 25 - Words: 127,607 - Reviews: 457 - Favs: 818 - Follows: 539 - Updated: 8/20/2015 - Published: 11/15/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
De morales retorcidas y armas humanas by anita4869 reviews
Un mes. Había pasado un mes desde la desaparición de Merlín. Cuando Arturo partió en busca de su sirviente no tenía un plan muy bien formado, pero seguro que ser secuestrado para pedir un rescate por un traficante de armas moralmente desequilibrado no era parte de él. *Amistad, no Slash, magic reveal* TRADUCCIÓN.
Merlin - Rated: T - Spanish - Drama/Friendship - Chapters: 27 - Words: 122,187 - Reviews: 62 - Favs: 53 - Follows: 49 - Updated: 8/18/2015 - Published: 2/28/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
The Secret Prince by chimingofthebells reviews
Merlin and Arthur's life as parents of baby Gareth are thrown into disarray when Merlin and Gareth are kidnapped by the queen of a distant kingdom. Seeking to gain the baby's magical powers for herself, she raises him as her own and throws Merlin in the dungeons. Seven years later, the young Prince Owen of Doria finds himself in the dungeons and meets a silent man in chains.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Family/Adventure - Chapters: 12 - Words: 42,987 - Reviews: 150 - Favs: 173 - Follows: 145 - Updated: 8/11/2015 - Published: 1/25/2015 - Merlin, Arthur, OC - Complete
By Candlelight by chimingofthebells reviews
Darkness reminds Merlin too much of the dungeon cell. Part of the Secret Prince series.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,217 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 39 - Follows: 9 - Published: 8/10/2015 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Bird In A Cage by Kittylin15 reviews
Sent along with the knights to heck out rumors of slavers at the border Merlin decides he can't just leave the citizens to their fate and gets captured himself in the process. An event from Merlin's child hood comes back to haunt him and his secrete is revealed. Will Arthur still try and save him?
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Adventure - Chapters: 8 - Words: 39,755 - Reviews: 33 - Favs: 159 - Follows: 78 - Updated: 7/12/2015 - Published: 9/17/2014 - [Merlin, Arthur] - Complete
A Drop of Honey by Polomonkey reviews
Merlin loves it when Arthur makes him sit naked on his lap.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,534 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 244 - Follows: 58 - Published: 6/22/2015 - [Merlin, Arthur] - Complete
The Other Reality by TheLittleOwlChild reviews
One night Merlin goes to sleep and wakes up at Hogwarts. But the next morning, he is back in his bed in Camelot. Which is the dream? Or are they both a reality? Living as both a manservant in Camelot and a sixth year student at Hogwarts, things become complicated as danger draws near in both worlds, and Merlin struggles to conceal his secret from both old friends and new.
Crossover - Harry Potter & Merlin - Rated: T - English - Fantasy/Adventure - Chapters: 17 - Words: 56,781 - Reviews: 314 - Favs: 419 - Follows: 613 - Updated: 5/30/2015 - Published: 10/3/2013 - Harry P., Ron W., Merlin, Arthur
Broken Faith by WhiteKingdomAngel reviews
Destiny can be kind to some, but to others, destiny has put them in a place where they have to face the darkness of emptiness before their true fate is revealed. Not many are burdened with such purpose because not many could handle the pain and suffering it entail. Now, more than ever, Merlin realizes how true those words can be as he bleeds while staring at the fury of his king.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 18 - Words: 77,459 - Reviews: 566 - Favs: 629 - Follows: 743 - Updated: 5/25/2015 - Published: 7/1/2012 - Merlin, Arthur
It's Always The Quiet Ones by staymagical reviews
Sequel to At A Loss For Words. A collection of various oneshots that take place after the events in At A Loss For Words. Plenty of whump and H/C throughout (what else did you expect really?) CHAPTER 2: Arthur took the knights on a simple mission...without telling one of their key members. He returns to a not so warm welcome.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 2 - Words: 8,061 - Reviews: 50 - Favs: 134 - Follows: 183 - Updated: 5/16/2015 - Published: 4/29/2014 - Merlin, Arthur
Broken Reflections by azelmajondrette reviews
Merlin is kidnapped by Lady Elaine of Shalott, causing Arthur to find out about his magic. Betrayed, the king initially refuses to save his servant. But now, Merlin is the one truly betrayed, and with a broken spirit he is fully prepared for the Golden Age of Albion to never happen. Reveal! Whump! T because I'm one of those paranoid people.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 16 - Words: 19,677 - Reviews: 164 - Favs: 175 - Follows: 237 - Updated: 5/14/2015 - Published: 3/22/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Taste Me In Unequaled Thoughts by kayura sanada reviews
Sequel to See Me In Faded Memories. Merthur. Merlin and Arthur acclimate to the changes between them. Uther, however, has had enough.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Suspense/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 60,901 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 84 - Follows: 42 - Updated: 4/12/2015 - Published: 11/15/2014 - [Merlin, Arthur] Uther, Gwen/Guinevere - Complete
Los próximos siete días by anita4869 reviews
Arturo es informado de una serie de eventos que ocurrirán en el transcurso de una semana. El séptimo día terminará con la vuelta de la magia a Camelot a manos del hechicero Emrys, ya sea para salvar el reino o para destruirlo. Pero Arturo tiene un plan. Más o menos.
Merlin - Rated: T - Spanish - Drama/Friendship - Chapters: 9 - Words: 28,359 - Reviews: 37 - Favs: 43 - Follows: 26 - Updated: 4/6/2015 - Published: 8/10/2014
Child of the Cave: Book 1 by beingbored reviews
AU: While on a quest to destroy a magical creature, Arthur and the other knights are saved by a young boy with impossibly strong magic. After taking the child back to Camelot, it is discovered that a well-known lord is to be visiting Camelot. But this man has a connection with Gwaine and he seems to want something from the crown as well.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Family/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 19 - Words: 62,510 - Reviews: 137 - Favs: 310 - Follows: 282 - Updated: 4/4/2015 - Published: 5/9/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Metamorphose by JessieJay13 reviews
When Merlin falls into bed with Arthur, he doesn't expect for to wake up alone. He doesn't expect Arthur to give him the cold shoulder either, but there is something else he expects even less which forces him out of the kingdom for over a year. He returns to find a traitor in the court, an army on the way, and a love he'd thought all but lost waiting for him with open arms.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 5 - Words: 35,265 - Reviews: 83 - Favs: 231 - Follows: 143 - Updated: 3/23/2015 - Published: 3/2/2015 - Complete
Deep In The Diamond Of The Day by LeisaTheGreat reviews
What if Merlin was the one to sustain the mortal injuries during the Battle of Camlann, not Arthur? Will the Once and Future King be able to save his friend? More importantly, will he WANT to after finally discovering Merlin's secret? A fix-it fic for the series finale, which shattered my soul. Originally posted on my Archive Of Our Own acccount.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 15,541 - Reviews: 41 - Favs: 330 - Follows: 75 - Published: 3/7/2015 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
An Illusion of Merlins by caldera32 reviews
A golden age is beginning for Albion and some are not pleased. A vengeful king has his sights set on Merlin, but all does not go to plan.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Mystery/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 8 - Words: 6,546 - Reviews: 147 - Favs: 115 - Follows: 79 - Updated: 2/19/2015 - Published: 1/11/2015 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Bad Food by Keagen reviews
:: WILL BE REWRITTEN EVENTUALLY :: "Every time someone gets poisoned, it acts quickly and deadly. What if this time, it acted much slower?" No pairings. BEING REWRITTEN. The new story will be published as a completely different story.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 5 - Words: 5,587 - Reviews: 30 - Favs: 59 - Follows: 96 - Updated: 2/7/2015 - Published: 8/9/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
A Thousand Words by Valkyriexx reviews
Merlin was gone, chased away by a kingdom's prejudice. But a letter from the Warlock could change everything Arthur's ever believed in, and, maybe, bring about the golden age Merlin has always dreamed of. One-shot for now! Will expand if people ask nicely. No slash!
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 2 - Words: 16,790 - Reviews: 45 - Favs: 210 - Follows: 58 - Updated: 1/28/2015 - Published: 10/10/2013 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwen/Guinevere - Complete
Resistance by NerdBurga reviews
Arthur, Merlin and the knights of Camelot are sent on a quest to rid their kingdom of a terrible banshee, a creature that can get into your mind and convince you to give up your soul. They all thought they knew the risks going in - but no one is prepared for when the monster goes after Merlin, or the consequences it will have on them all.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 9 - Words: 23,543 - Reviews: 206 - Favs: 375 - Follows: 573 - Updated: 1/24/2015 - Published: 11/3/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, Lancelot, Gwaine
A Camelot Compendium by Ellessaria reviews
A home for my Merlin one-shots, each chapter a self-contained story.(Cover art by Wil1969) Chapter Seven: "Slightly Magicky" - Arthur suspects that someone is practising magic in the very heart of Camelot. The only question is, who?
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 7 - Words: 20,915 - Reviews: 69 - Favs: 53 - Follows: 59 - Updated: 1/18/2015 - Published: 8/26/2014 - Merlin, Arthur
Sleepy Kiss by Mischel reviews
"From an exhausting day full of work to be done, became the best day of my life, with the love of my life right next to me." Arthur goes to his chambers only to find a certain manservant, sleeping in his bed. Will he be able to resist the opportunity? - Merthur one-shot, fluff :)
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,191 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 73 - Follows: 15 - Published: 1/10/2015 - [Arthur, Merlin] - Complete
The Repercussions of a Sword Wound by Alligates reviews
Merlin gets injured on a patrol, and Arthur and the knights take care of him. Only, Merlin has a secret that he carries in scars across his arms and chest: a secret of something that happened long ago. Arthur will have none of it and demands to know immediately. Slash if you want, bromance if you don't. Merlin!whump, worried!Arthur, reveal, all that jazz.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,328 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 341 - Follows: 116 - Published: 1/9/2015 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Loyalty and Bruises by YourGuardianAngel08 reviews
"You see, you are going to be the key to Camelot." When Cenred captures Arthur and Merlin, with the intention of interrogating the Prince for information, Merlin takes it upon himself to protect his friend. But when Merlin ends up taking the brunt of the punishment, can Arthur return the favor? serious whump!Merlin
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 15 - Words: 86,660 - Reviews: 280 - Favs: 721 - Follows: 587 - Updated: 1/8/2015 - Published: 7/7/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
The Broken Seal by DwaejiTokki reviews
Arthur wakes up in Gaius' quarters with a bruised Gwen looking warily down at him. His head pounds horribly and he can't remember anything. And what's worse - Merlin is nowhere to be found. Whump and good ol' graphic, bloody violence.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 12,501 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 241 - Follows: 65 - Published: 12/17/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwen/Guinevere, The Great Dragon/Kilgharrah - Complete
Unexpected Knowledge by Peonywinx reviews
In which magic isn't the only talent Merlin possesses. Apparently the infamously clumsy servant-warlock also happens to be outrageously skilled with KNIVES, of all things.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Friendship/Humor - Chapters: 2 - Words: 3,058 - Reviews: 32 - Favs: 905 - Follows: 241 - Updated: 12/16/2014 - Published: 7/17/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwaine, Lancelot - Complete
The Adventures of Merlin by syfygal reviews
*Previously named the Kindness of Kings!* A series of 'What if' one shots based on Merlin's adventures. Taking YOUR requests now. First chapter, AU on 5x10 - The Kindness of Strangers. What if... Arthur pursues Merlin after he sneaks away from camp and catches up with him, only to see the dreaded arrow stuck in the boy's side...
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Fantasy/Adventure - Chapters: 44 - Words: 101,807 - Reviews: 540 - Favs: 543 - Follows: 504 - Updated: 12/14/2014 - Published: 1/10/2013 - Merlin, Arthur
Taken by Colelockian reviews
This is a dark Merthur fic. When Merlin and Arthur go on a hunting trip, Merlin gets kidnapped. WARNING! Suicidal thoughts, torture, rape, a very sad, broken Merlin. Please R&R.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Tragedy - Chapters: 11 - Words: 25,206 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 76 - Follows: 39 - Updated: 12/14/2014 - Published: 6/12/2014 - Complete
No escape by Mors1776 reviews
Set season 4 after the darkest hour parts 1&2. During a routine patrol the knights and Merlin are ambushed by bandits, however these are no ordinary bandits. Forced to flee they end up in the last place Merlin wanted to be with his friends, he struggles to keep his secret and act normal whilst trapped in the mystery that is the crystal cave.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 16 - Words: 33,634 - Reviews: 82 - Favs: 160 - Follows: 259 - Updated: 12/8/2014 - Published: 10/10/2014 - Merlin, Arthur
If I Could Turn Back Time by LFB72 reviews
"If you knew something bad was going to happen, wouldn't you try and stop it?" Merlin makes a final attempt to save his king. Now expanded into a three part story.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 3 - Words: 13,150 - Reviews: 96 - Favs: 221 - Follows: 77 - Updated: 11/23/2014 - Published: 10/19/2014 - Morgana, Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Our Poor Merlin by NerdBurga reviews
A collection of oneshots of various lengths focusing around our dear warlock and the trouble he gets into. In other words, lots of indulgent Merlin!whump, with probably some occasional BAMF!Merlin as well - really, it might just depend on you ;) All ideas and prompts welcome. Looking to use Arthur and the knights as much as possible in these stories.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 11 - Words: 29,234 - Reviews: 187 - Favs: 698 - Follows: 663 - Updated: 11/4/2014 - Published: 8/20/2013 - Merlin, Arthur, Lancelot, Gwaine
I Will Follow by WinterStorrm reviews
When Arthur meets Merlin, his new priority in life is to keep him safe.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,727 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 90 - Follows: 29 - Published: 11/4/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Winter Romance by Mischel reviews
In a terrible winter, the knights of Camelot get separated by a snow storm, leaving Arthur and Merlin together alone. Merlin is cold and Arthur wants to warm him up. How does he decide to do it? - Set in S4, Merthur, cold!Merlin and protective!Arthur, cute ;)
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,592 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 117 - Follows: 28 - Published: 10/27/2014 - [Arthur, Merlin] - Complete
Hi Servant's Master by nantasyland reviews
Takes place during and immediately after Season 4, Episode 5, "His Father's Son." A young nobleman who comes to Camelot to swear fealty to the newly crowned King Arthur sees Merlin's magic. Merlin must protect his secret at all costs. Rated M.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 10 - Words: 14,003 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 31 - Follows: 37 - Updated: 10/23/2014 - Published: 9/19/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, Gaius, OC
Ten Minutes Ago by Archaeologist reviews
Modern AU. Prince Arthur doesn't like balls.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,570 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 31 - Follows: 10 - Published: 10/22/2014 - Arthur, Merlin, Morgana - Complete
Things Turn Out Different by EchoRose480 reviews
"Merlin takes a tumble. If only it stopped there." Because, nobody writes stories about Arthur and Merlin before they were best pals, anymore. And, those were the golden years. Also, there can never be too much Merlin whump in the world. No slash.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 8,559 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 91 - Follows: 117 - Published: 10/21/2014 - Merlin, Arthur
Lord Emrys by chimingofthebells reviews
Arthur is about to be killed, but the sorcerers are interrupted when their lord Emrys commands them to let Arthur go free.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,457 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 322 - Follows: 122 - Published: 10/19/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
For Destiny and Friendship by AMirroredImage reviews
"Long. Live. The King." And with those words, Merlin's eyes flashed gold. PART 1 in THE COMING OF ALBION TRILOGY. AU Alternate Ending to 5x13. No slash. Scarfic.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 6 - Words: 24,870 - Reviews: 62 - Favs: 302 - Follows: 140 - Updated: 10/17/2014 - Published: 9/13/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Shattered by Lynse reviews
Lies can destroy friendships, destroy lives. But sometimes, maintaining a lie is the only thing that can preserve everything. Sequel to Intentions.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship - Chapters: 35 - Words: 162,687 - Reviews: 701 - Favs: 509 - Follows: 501 - Updated: 10/14/2014 - Published: 9/29/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
alone here in this hallowed hall by coffee-not-decaf reviews
"Leave us," he shook his head, pressing his hand down harder against Merlin's chest. "Please, just leave...me."
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,157 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 35 - Follows: 12 - Published: 10/12/2014
Slip of the Tongue by Totally-Out-Of-It reviews
Arthur accidentally gives away a secret and there is no way Merlin is going to let it go. Magic Reveal. For the prompt: "Can we pretend I didn't just say that?" Merthur
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,351 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 206 - Follows: 60 - Published: 10/11/2014 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Down the Straight and Narrow by Auua Ytjoml reviews
The future of the Once and Future King has arrived and the people of Camelot, now legends, grapple with the unknown. In the balance hangs the fate of magic and all they hold dear... and not even prophecy or the destinies of old can truly chart their paths into the rising light of the promised Golden Age. (Resurrection. Trigger Warning. No Slash.)
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Spiritual/Friendship - Chapters: 6 - Words: 14,051 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 23 - Updated: 10/9/2014 - Published: 7/27/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, Mordred
Blood Moon by April29Roses reviews
The Blood Moon rises over Camelot. In the eldritch shadows of the eclipse, Arthur awakens from a nightmare only to find it has become reality.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Angst/Supernatural - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,642 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 48 - Follows: 10 - Published: 10/8/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, Gaius - Complete
The Memory of Stone by A. Farnese reviews
When a simple investigation into a series of attacks goes horribly awry, Arthur, Merlin, and the knights find themselves in mortal danger. With no hope of rescue, the fall of Camelot seems close at hand. Warning: Major Character Death. Set after S3. T-plus rating.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Tragedy/Angst - Chapters: 8 - Words: 7,755 - Reviews: 54 - Favs: 53 - Follows: 54 - Updated: 10/5/2014 - Published: 9/28/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Between a Rock and a Hard Place by LFB72 reviews
A visiting noble makes Arthur an offer he can't refuse, putting Merlin's secret in jeopardy. The warlock takes drastic action, risking his health and ability to respond when crisis strikes. Features, angst, whump, bromance and BAMF Merlin.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 12 - Words: 32,352 - Reviews: 449 - Favs: 734 - Follows: 330 - Updated: 10/4/2014 - Published: 7/5/2014 - Complete
Mine by Alligates reviews
Merlin gets captured by some bandits. Of course, him being who he is, that isn't much of a problem. However, Arthur still needs to demonstrate his strength and power (and possessiveness), so he will, naturally, come to his absolutely-needed rescue. From prompt on tumblr: "You're mine." Incredibly mild slash, can certainly be read as intense platonic closeness if you so wish.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,232 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 76 - Follows: 22 - Published: 9/28/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Worth Something by Alligates reviews
A few knights have decided that a certain servant needs to be taught a lesson for his impertinence. He's just a worthless servant, he isn't of any real importance, and he needs to understand that. Arthur, however, seems to disagree. Violently. From prompt on tumblr: "Don't listen to them. Don't you ever listen to them." Merthur if you want, friendly fluff if you don't.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,009 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 303 - Follows: 90 - Published: 9/28/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Penumbra 10- What's a Heaven For? by A. Farnese reviews
Politics collide with matters of the heart when a marriage proposal arrives for Arthur from a neighboring kingdom, while elsewhere, the first signs of strain appear in the fragile peace Arthur has begun to build between Camelot and the magical world. Story 10 of the Penumbra AU.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Family - Chapters: 8 - Words: 15,757 - Reviews: 60 - Favs: 36 - Follows: 21 - Updated: 9/23/2014 - Published: 8/31/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Herb Picking and Other Dangerous Exploits by mamapranayama reviews
Trouble never ceases to find Merlin, even when he's doing the most ordinary things. A collection of stand alone one-shots, featuring tons of Merlin whump and bromance (sorry, no slash). Story #5: Merlin has made an enemy just by being given a job he never asked for. And now even tending to the horses is life-threatening.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 5 - Words: 36,981 - Reviews: 67 - Favs: 164 - Follows: 152 - Updated: 9/16/2014 - Published: 10/14/2013 - Merlin, Arthur, Gaius
The Sorcerer's Slave by nantasyland reviews
Takes place during Season 4, after Episode 2, "The Darkest Hour – Part 2." Arthur is taken by slave traders and placed under an evil spell by a powerful sorcerer to control his mind. Merlin must find him to buy him and save him.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 13 - Words: 21,093 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 39 - Follows: 39 - Updated: 9/15/2014 - Published: 7/31/2014 - Complete
Heaven by chimingofthebells reviews
When Merlin and Arthur are captured, Merlin witnesses the captors throw Arthur over the side of a cliff. He's heartbroken, but maybe, even in the darkest of times, there can be hope.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,768 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 49 - Follows: 7 - Published: 9/14/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
After The Heart Goes by Polomonkey reviews
Merlin grows up in care, and it breaks him. Then he meets Arthur, who wants to put him back together.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 42,950 - Reviews: 47 - Favs: 188 - Follows: 52 - Updated: 9/8/2014 - Published: 7/21/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
And Then There Was Nothing by Hisa-Ai reviews
And the first time, sitting around the fire, the air heavy with loss and pain, that Arthur had clasped Merlin's hand in his own, he didn't recognize the way Merlin cut his eyes at him, maybe surprised, maybe pleased, but… He hadn't pulled away.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Romance/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,203 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 30 - Follows: 4 - Published: 9/6/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Sickly Haze by Hisa-Ai reviews
At the back of his sickly, muddled mind, he felt a tugging that this wasn't something that should have been happening; the knights didn't usually make a habit of climbing into bed with him, after all.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,039 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 74 - Follows: 9 - Published: 9/4/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
See Me In Faded Memories by kayura sanada reviews
Part III. Sequel to Hear Me In Silent heartbeats. Merlin is hurt, and it's up to Arthur to save him. If he even still wants to. Sequel up.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 30,065 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 98 - Follows: 27 - Published: 9/2/2014 - [Arthur, Merlin] Gwen/Guinevere, Gwaine - Complete
I Hear You In Every Heartbeat by kayura sanada reviews
Part 2.5. A scene from Hear Me In Silent Heartbeats in Arthur's point of view. Merlin had been lying to him. All this time.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,401 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 55 - Follows: 15 - Published: 9/1/2014 - [Arthur, Merlin] - Complete
Finding the Light by Stealth Dragon reviews
A potential threat making its way to Camelot brings Arthur to Ealdor, but will what happened in the past stand in the way of Merlin and Arthur defeating this new danger? Sequel to Waiting in the Dark. Gen, friendship, no pairings.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 11 - Words: 31,664 - Reviews: 225 - Favs: 371 - Follows: 126 - Updated: 8/30/2014 - Published: 8/9/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Lonely Scars by Cathywren reviews
(Warning - this story includes self-harm and mentions suicide) There's a reason that the young warlock never parts with his long sleeves - some things simply cannot be shrugged off as battle wounds. Can his friends help him back to the light - or is it too late for Merlin to save himself?
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 5 - Words: 6,006 - Reviews: 38 - Favs: 62 - Follows: 109 - Updated: 8/27/2014 - Published: 7/30/2014
Penumbra 9- Nightingale by A. Farnese reviews
Fate has been cruel to Merlin in the past months, stealing away so much that was dear to him. While Arthur cannot bring back what Merlin has lost, there is one gift the King can give. Story 9 of the Penumbra AU. One-shot.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Family/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,678 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 43 - Follows: 12 - Published: 8/27/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwen/Guinevere - Complete
Supreme Rulers of Camelot by ReluctantSlashFan reviews
The aftermath of Gwaine and Merlin's drunken night.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Humor/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 670 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 74 - Follows: 16 - Published: 8/23/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwaine - Complete
Your Duty by 1825227 reviews
A visiting lord with dubious intentions leaves Merlin feeling the weight of his destiny more than ever. And finally Arthur gives the servant the recognition he deserves. Written for the Chronicles of Camelot challenge over on the Heart of Camelot.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 7 - Words: 20,304 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 133 - Follows: 38 - Published: 8/22/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
i need you so much closer by coffee-not-decaf reviews
"I thought you were dead, oh, God, I thought you were dead."
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 826 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 65 - Follows: 14 - Published: 8/21/2014 - [Merlin, Arthur] - Complete
Penumbra 8- The Wind in the Trees by A. Farnese reviews
Enraged by her reversal of fortune at Blackheath and the loss of Tintagel, Morgana plots a terrible revenge against Merlin. But still weak and recovering from his ordeal, her plans may destroy Merlin altogether.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Tragedy/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 7 - Words: 17,873 - Reviews: 51 - Favs: 36 - Follows: 24 - Updated: 8/19/2014 - Published: 7/26/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Please Tell Me You Don't Do That With Lancelot by Hisa-Ai reviews
Did Arthur mention that he was not jealous? Not at all? "You're jealous of all the time I've been spending with Lancelot—though I can't imagine why, since most of my day and life is spent with you or doing things for you or thinking about you—honestly, there isn't much of my life that isn't already all about you, so why the hell you would ever need to be jealous is—"
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,146 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 178 - Follows: 49 - Published: 8/15/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Puppy Love by Kitty O reviews
Prompt from tumblr: "What do you mean, gone?" An enchanted Merlin is gone. Well, lost. More like misplaced. Temporarily. Oneshot.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 498 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 108 - Follows: 20 - Published: 8/10/2014 - Arthur, Gwen/Guinevere, Gwaine, Percival - Complete
Hear Me In Silent Heartbeats by kayura sanada reviews
Sequel to Feel Me In Whispered Words. As the plaster settles, the repercussions of the secrets between Arthur and Merlin threaten to destroy their relationship completely. So of course that's when an old sorcerer decides to return to Camelot.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 17,104 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 92 - Follows: 29 - Published: 8/9/2014 - [Merlin, Arthur] Gaius - Complete
The Runemark- Gyre by April29Roses reviews
The Runemark appears for the first time, as Arthur and Merlin try to help a village that is under a perilous spell. A mysterious, unknown enemy and their own secrets threaten to tear apart their trust and friendship. Can Arthur find the strength within to believe what he cannot understand? This is the first in a four part story arc set in season 5. Rating may change.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Adventure/Drama - Chapters: 17 - Words: 34,257 - Reviews: 160 - Favs: 47 - Follows: 46 - Updated: 8/9/2014 - Published: 5/2/2014 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Four Times Merlin and Arthur Slept Together by katierosefun reviews
As the title states, there were four times Merlin and Arthur slept together, whether it was side-by-side or in the same bed. [Not slash, just bromance.]
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,730 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 194 - Follows: 41 - Published: 8/6/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
this is the knife by coffee-not-decaf reviews
In which Arthur has visions of the future that cause him more pain and heartache than strictly necessary.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,050 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 97 - Follows: 28 - Published: 8/2/2014 - [Arthur, Merlin] - Complete
Worried Woodworm by Loopstagirl reviews
First the woodworm. Then the council meeting. Then the recklessness in the forest. It was not a king's place to admit to being worried about his servant. Yet there was something wrong with Merlin, of that Arthur was sure.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,068 - Reviews: 31 - Favs: 128 - Follows: 32 - Published: 7/29/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Melodies of Magic by Auua Ytjoml reviews
Merlin's magic is gone but, just maybe, he's found a replacement. ll Set after 5x13. No slash.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Fantasy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 778 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 3 - Follows: 2 - Published: 7/28/2014 - Merlin - Complete
Stitches by The Yarn Shop reviews
The Stitches AU is a project to rewrite SG-1 in a series of fluffy ficlets, changing one very important factor: Jack knits. And somehow, magically, this hobby makes everything better. Eventual Sam-Jack pairing, a lot of Gen teamfic included. Plus Cassie.
Stargate: SG-1 - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 40 - Words: 79,525 - Reviews: 411 - Favs: 149 - Follows: 170 - Updated: 7/26/2014 - Published: 1/14/2008 - J. O'Neill, S. Carter
Just Stop This by Auua Ytjoml reviews
"Just one more thing. One more miracle, Merlin, for me. Just- Just don't be dead." - Arthur is free. Free to slip back into his normal life with normal duties and normal expectations. Free to do anything but the one thing he wants more anything else; to bring Merlin back. (AU from the end of Season Two. No Slash.)
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Suspense/Angst - Chapters: 25 - Words: 21,907 - Reviews: 55 - Favs: 56 - Follows: 72 - Updated: 7/23/2014 - Published: 6/28/2013 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
A Price to Pay by TheLittleOwlChild reviews
A series of hurt/comfort oneshots with epileptic!Merlin. As a result of having great magical power, Merlin has regular seizures.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 10 - Words: 19,484 - Reviews: 131 - Favs: 395 - Follows: 456 - Updated: 7/23/2014 - Published: 1/28/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwen/Guinevere, Gaius
Penumbra 7- Nightfall in Winter by A. Farnese reviews
With the fall of Blackheath castle, Arthur and Merlin must ride north with the army to fight a war in the heart of winter. But every battle has its price, and Arthur finds that the cost of this one may be more than he can bear. Warnings: violence, some graphic content.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 20 - Words: 40,862 - Reviews: 140 - Favs: 64 - Follows: 40 - Updated: 7/22/2014 - Published: 6/1/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
The road trip by TheMightyE reviews
"Well then, sire, it seems like I'm not wanted here so I'll just leave then shall I?" he said and promptly teleported out of the throne room and out of his life in Camelot. After revealing his magic Merlin is forced to leave Camelot after the king sentenced him to death. Merlin decides to go on a road trip through Albion. Includes kidnapping and Freylin.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Drama - Chapters: 23 - Words: 30,952 - Reviews: 169 - Favs: 107 - Follows: 175 - Updated: 7/21/2014 - Published: 8/14/2013 - Merlin, Arthur
love is an expression by coffee-not-decaf reviews
Arthur's brow wrinkled as he gave Merlin a look that wouldn't have been out of place back in Camelot after Merlin called him a clotpole, or a dollophead, and fuck, Merlin had just called him love, hadn't he?
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,105 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 79 - Follows: 17 - Published: 7/20/2014 - [Merlin, Arthur] - Complete
Common Knowledge by Peonywinx reviews
In which Merlin tells Arthur and the Round Table about his magic. It doesn't go anything like what he expected. Because Arthur's right - Merlin is a terrible secret-keeper.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Friendship/Humor - Chapters: 2 - Words: 6,264 - Reviews: 46 - Favs: 580 - Follows: 158 - Updated: 7/17/2014 - Published: 5/23/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, Lancelot, Gwaine - Complete
Heart of the Storm by Loopstagirl reviews
They knew a storm was coming in. So why for the love of Camelot did Arthur insist on going hunting in it?
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 2 - Words: 4,576 - Reviews: 43 - Favs: 139 - Follows: 43 - Updated: 7/17/2014 - Published: 6/22/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
carved out heart by coffee-not-decaf
– Who is this voice, this voice who knows your name, who cradles your heart in their hands? That's what they're doing, they're holding you close not with hands but with words. And suddenly, a violent urge strikes you, you need it to be hands, too, you need this human like you need nothing else – not air, not water, you can survive without those, but not without this voice.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 708 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 2 - Published: 7/16/2014 - [Merlin, Arthur]
Emrys Emergent by Tonzura123 reviews
Merlin and Arthur must protect Camelot against Mordred, who has stolen the powers of Emrys for himself. Reveal story. AU post S4. Rated for violence. Whump, BAMFery, and bromance galore.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Drama - Chapters: 12 - Words: 38,436 - Reviews: 185 - Favs: 208 - Follows: 313 - Updated: 7/15/2014 - Published: 12/21/2011 - Merlin, Arthur
Allowed To by Hisa-Ai reviews
"Do you love me?" Arthur asked suddenly, his hand coming up once again, fluttering just in front of Merlin's face, his fingers burning Merlin's skin without even touching him.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,801 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 82 - Follows: 16 - Published: 7/13/2014 - [Arthur, Merlin] - Complete
Sorted by Kitty O reviews
"Merlin 's first time on the Hogwarts Express, he had the same question in his mind that all the first year students did – what Hogwarts house would he be sorted into?" Oneshot, basically just a Merlin Hogwarts AU
Crossover - Harry Potter & Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Fantasy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,243 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 291 - Follows: 69 - Published: 7/12/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Emrys and the Future King by Ohka Breynekai reviews
It has been one thousand, seven hundred, fifty-five years since King Arthur's death at the Battle of Camlann. Since then, the world has changed drastically. Science and technology have replaced magic, and there is no more room for kings, castles, and knights. That day, Arthur Pendragon washes up on the shores of Avalon, alone but for a single friend who remembers Camelot.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Fantasy/Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 10,624 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 33 - Updated: 7/10/2014 - Published: 6/24/2014 - Merlin, Arthur
frozen bones by coffee-not-decaf reviews
Merlin's fingers have a frequent habit of going numb. Arthur takes matters into his own hands.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,024 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 38 - Follows: 10 - Published: 7/8/2014
The Memory of Trees by wryter501 reviews
Arthur would rise again, when he was needed. How long? It didn't matter. Merlin waited. "So many were slaughtered waiting for Emrys. I know you know how that feels. Waiting. While people die. I curse you, Emrys, do you hear me? To an eternity of useless tormented waiting!" Then in one moment, she put forth the charm... Post-series canon, ref. Tennyson's "Merlin and Vivien."
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 2 - Words: 5,272 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 42 - Follows: 11 - Published: 7/8/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwen/Guinevere - Complete
The Power of the Mighty Sidhe by nantasyland reviews
Set during and immediately after Episode 6 in Season 3, "The Changeling." Merlin faces the anger of the Sidhe for killing the Sidhe Elder. As punishment for his crime, Merlin is given a fateful choice. What price must he pay to save Arthur and his destiny?
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Fantasy - Chapters: 5 - Words: 6,945 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 11 - Follows: 14 - Updated: 7/7/2014 - Published: 6/20/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, OC - Complete
You Bought Roses by Hisa-Ai reviews
"When Merlin Emrys buys you roses, you pretty much have to say yes to whatever he wants."
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,251 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 55 - Follows: 7 - Published: 7/7/2014 - [Arthur, Merlin] - Complete
Evil's Shadow by ForIHaveOvercomeTheWorld reviews
Sequel to Gathering Clouds. Something bad is coming and Merlin and Arthur are completely unprepared for it. Evil is going to throw everything it has at Merlin to make him break. Arthur is going to have to rescue Merlin from evil, but will he want to after he learns a certain secret? Remember, the darkest hour is just before the dawn. Contains whump. No slash. Kinda dark.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 7 - Words: 43,493 - Reviews: 201 - Favs: 221 - Follows: 335 - Updated: 7/2/2014 - Published: 9/22/2012 - Arthur, Merlin
To Trust Again by beyondmymuses reviews
Sequel to Loyal 'Til the End. Merlin knew the time drew near for his destiny fulfillment when Arthur began the steps to unite the kingdoms of Albion in peace; but with Morgana still out on the run and the hesitance for people to accept magic, it was all the Court Sorcerer could do to remain calm. Neither did it help that the ghost of his failures continued to haunt him.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Adventure - Chapters: 16 - Words: 108,265 - Reviews: 245 - Favs: 267 - Follows: 277 - Updated: 7/2/2014 - Published: 7/23/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Neckerchief Chronicles by caldera32 reviews
If it had been a different Arthur he may have been able to appreciate that Merlin's neckerchief was simply his equivalent of a towel. (Or, a collection of shorts exhibiting the many uses of a certain warlock's neck wear. No Slash)
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship - Chapters: 42 - Words: 45,364 - Reviews: 686 - Favs: 488 - Follows: 326 - Updated: 6/29/2014 - Published: 11/22/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
A Crash, a Screech, a Stop by chimingofthebells reviews
A second later he realized that the metal on metal wasn't swords clashing at all. It was the sound of the hood folding and connecting with the windshield. The screech wasn't coming from a dragon, it was coming from the tires as they skidded and the car spun off the road.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,348 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 13 - Published: 6/26/2014 - Complete
out of time by coffee-not-decaf reviews
"Arthur, don't make me," Merlin shook his head, willing Arthur to stop, to quit, willing this day to rewind so that none of this had ever happened, so that the two of them were not alone in a cell with a gun.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Horror/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,249 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 3 - Published: 6/25/2014
The Guilt of Queens by caldera32 reviews
"I know, Merlin." (Things happen a little bit differently after "With All My Heart")
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 24 - Words: 22,768 - Reviews: 415 - Favs: 238 - Follows: 166 - Updated: 6/24/2014 - Published: 6/2/2014 - Gwen/Guinevere, Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Fragile by Hisa-Ai reviews
Fragile. That's what Arthur is thinking in this moment—that's what he thinks this moment is: fragile. Fleeting and fragile and precious. And he wants it to last forever.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 499 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 48 - Follows: 8 - Published: 6/24/2014 - [Arthur, Merlin] - Complete
Constant Reminders by Drama-Duchess reviews
Arthur accidentally discovers the gruesome scars that Merlin had been hiding. He demands an answer. No-slash.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,917 - Reviews: 39 - Favs: 476 - Follows: 151 - Published: 6/24/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Se edhwierft by Ohka Breynekai reviews
While investigating a report about rogue sorcerers in an old Roman fortress, Arthur and Merlin become trapped in a chamber lined with mysterious rune stones. The next day, Arthur wakes up just in time to see Merlin kidnapped by the sorcerers... only, it seems that Merlin is in his body, and Arthur is in Merlin's.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Fantasy - Chapters: 5 - Words: 21,548 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 33 - Follows: 68 - Updated: 6/23/2014 - Published: 2/6/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwaine
unbidden by coffee-not-decaf reviews
Merlin knows its Arthur because it's always Arthur, isn't it?
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Fantasy/Poetry - Chapters: 1 - Words: 874 - Reviews: 1 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 2 - Published: 6/18/2014 - [Merlin, Arthur] - Complete
Emrys Lost by nantasyland reviews
Set in Season 3, after Episode 4 ("Gwaine"). At the dragon's urgent call, Merlin faces an evil sorcerer bent on destroying Camelot, but loses himself.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Fantasy - Chapters: 9 - Words: 12,736 - Reviews: 32 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 33 - Updated: 6/17/2014 - Published: 5/20/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, Gaius, OC - Complete
Something In The Air by Hisa-Ai reviews
Merlin stopped, however, just in front of Arthur, his breath flitting across his waiting, wanting, disappointed lips. He let out a breath, shook his head. "I'm sorry…" Merlin mumbled, not moving away from Arthur. "I shouldn't—we shouldn't—I'm sure you don't—"
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,206 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 75 - Follows: 11 - Published: 6/17/2014 - [Arthur, Merlin] - Complete
Surprise! by chimingofthebells reviews
Accidentally-walked-into-someone-else's-surprise-party AU.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 677 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 23 - Follows: 6 - Published: 6/16/2014 - Complete
Vortigern's Tower by wryter501 reviews
The warlord Uther Pendragon has one last enemy to conquer before claiming the king's crown, and Arthur is determined to do his part in spite of his youth. The hill known as Dinas Emrys controls the valley, the key to the kingdom of Camelot. There is, however, the question of the druid boy Merlin and where his loyalties lie... there is no victory without sacrifice. A/U!
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Adventure - Chapters: 17 - Words: 85,957 - Reviews: 206 - Favs: 210 - Follows: 100 - Updated: 6/15/2014 - Published: 5/12/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, Uther, The Great Dragon/Kilgharrah - Complete
Green-Eyed Monster by Hisa-Ai reviews
He doesn't even consider he might be jealous of her until Gwaine mutters something about a green-eyed monster under his breath when he observes Merlin glaring across the table at her and Arthur at a feast one night. Merlin scoffs at him, "Hardly anything to be jealous of…!"
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,659 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 121 - Follows: 24 - Published: 6/12/2014 - [Arthur, Merlin] - Complete
Waiting in the Dark by Stealth Dragon reviews
Merlin made a promise. Reveal fic. Gen. Dark (but not death!fic).
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 9,051 - Reviews: 115 - Favs: 485 - Follows: 119 - Published: 6/12/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Cannot Be Unseen by chimingofthebells reviews
Merlin and Arthur decide to have a quick tumble in the stables. Unfortunately, poor George is trapped in the room with no way to get out.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,395 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 73 - Follows: 10 - Published: 6/11/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, George - Complete
So It Seems by coffee-not-decaf reviews
Merlin and Arthur are Not a Couple. Morgana and Gwaine disagree.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,554 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 29 - Follows: 4 - Published: 6/9/2014
Destiny by Loopstagirl reviews
If Arthur died, he had failed in his destiny. If Arthur lived... What future did he have if the king wouldn't forgive him for the lies? But there was a way he could still make it right. Twist of 5x13.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,619 - Reviews: 59 - Favs: 219 - Follows: 46 - Published: 6/9/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Incomplete by CaptainOzone reviews
He never realized what it was he was missing, not that he didn't try to fill the gaping hole. When defending the defenseless, he begins to remember a promise yet to be kept, and he finds what it was he'd been looking for all along. A birthday gift for Ocean Mint Leaves. Modern reincarnation AU. Reunion oneshot. Rated for language.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,167 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 164 - Follows: 34 - Published: 6/8/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwaine - Complete
When it rains by msmhtp reviews
Is Arthur ready to forgive Merlin and what he will do when everything seems to go even worse? bromance,whump. no slash. set after s4. Beta CJaneCoulson
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Friendship - Chapters: 11 - Words: 12,276 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 55 - Follows: 56 - Updated: 6/8/2014 - Published: 5/18/2012 - Merlin, Gwaine, Arthur, Gwen/Guinevere - Complete
Your Seat by Hisa-Ai reviews
If anyone deserved a seat at the round table, it was Merlin. So why didn't Arthur allow him one? "Before anyone else could finish their thoughts, Gwaine piped up, his question shooting out of his mouth in a way that silenced the entire room, "Why doesn't Merlin have a seat at the table?""
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,263 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 280 - Follows: 64 - Published: 6/5/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Go To Sleep by Hisa-Ai reviews
It was going to be a big day—one of the biggest of their lives, actually. Bigger, almost, than their wedding had been—and that had been a pretty big day, if Merlin did say so himself.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 863 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 7 - Published: 6/3/2014 - [Arthur, Merlin] - Complete
So Kiss Me by Hisa-Ai reviews
Arthur finally finds a way to shut Merlin up.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 747 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 57 - Follows: 19 - Published: 6/1/2014 - [Arthur, Merlin] - Complete
Behind the Mask by AngryPurpleFire reviews
Arthur Pendragon used to be a prince. Now, he's a slave. Merlin used to be a prince that hated slavery. Now, he owns one.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 9 - Words: 5,478 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 68 - Follows: 67 - Updated: 6/1/2014 - Published: 5/26/2014 - Merlin, Arthur
Butterfly Confessions by Hisa-Ai reviews
Merlin having magic was the biggest thing he ever had to hide from Arthur, right? After it finally came out, surely there wasn't anything left for Merlin to hide from him? So why is he leaving a feast that Arthur is throwing to celebrate the anniversary of him being made Court Sorcerer early? And why have there been so many butterflies around Camelot this past year?
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,044 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 179 - Follows: 33 - Published: 5/29/2014 - [Arthur, Merlin] - Complete
Let You Go by AlxM reviews
If you love someone, you set them free. And if they love you too . . . they'll come back. No slash. Bromance. Reveal fic.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Friendship/Angst - Chapters: 3 - Words: 4,691 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 72 - Follows: 46 - Updated: 5/28/2014 - Published: 12/13/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Disarmed by EchoRose480 reviews
Merlin is poisoned with curare through a dart in his neck. Leon and Percival are sent after the killer. Elyan is tasked to find help, and fast. Gwaine and Arthur stay behind to keep their friend alive. Or, to watch him die. Angst!Whump!Merlin!. Bromance. NO slash!
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,595 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 116 - Follows: 170 - Published: 5/20/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwaine, OC
Offerings by Stealth Dragon reviews
A collection of answered requests, indulgences and ideas that tickle my fancy. All gen all the time. Ratings, warnings and characters will vary by story, but the rating will never go above T. Labeled complete since, technically, this is a collection of individual completed works.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 18 - Words: 57,296 - Reviews: 518 - Favs: 733 - Follows: 435 - Updated: 5/20/2014 - Published: 10/24/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Penumbra 6- A Study in Gray by A. Farnese reviews
In the first weeks of his reign, Arthur finds that the political game is not an easy one to win. While he tries to maintain the safety of the realm, Merlin must remain in the shadows. As old secrets come to light, Morgana's agent seeks to drive a wedge between the two friends. Story 6 in the Penumbra AU
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Mystery - Chapters: 8 - Words: 18,710 - Reviews: 50 - Favs: 41 - Follows: 22 - Updated: 5/18/2014 - Published: 4/16/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
The Truth That Lies Beneath by staymagical reviews
Uther has accused Merlin of sorcery and sentenced him to death. There is nothing Arthur can do as he watches from his chambers where he has been locked as his servant is tied to the pyre and it is set ablaze. But Arthur loses consciousness before he can watch Merlin burn and is woken up in the morning by...Merlin? What is going on?
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,886 - Reviews: 46 - Favs: 153 - Follows: 26 - Published: 5/13/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, Uther, Gaius - Complete
Betrayed by DecloLove reviews
After Merlin reveals his magic accidentally to save Arthur's life, Arthur doesn't take it very well and hands Merlin over to the first bandits they come across. What happens to Merlin when he refuses to comply to the bandits? Will Arthur forgive him? Based off of an author prompt from AngryPurpleFire. Major Merlin Whump! *magic reveal*
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 2 - Words: 7,832 - Reviews: 30 - Favs: 167 - Follows: 54 - Updated: 5/11/2014 - Published: 4/23/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
American Apparel Underwear by Hisa-Ai reviews
Arthur is just fine with the way his relationship with Merlin is, thank you very much. He's fine being flatmates, fine being friends—occasionally. So why does Merlin have to ruin it by looking so very attractive in nothing but a pair of Arthur's boxers? Why does he have to ruin the way Arthur looks at him, the way he thinks about him? Why does Merlin have to ruin things?
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,147 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 159 - Follows: 25 - Published: 5/11/2014 - [Arthur, Merlin] Morgana, Gwaine - Complete
Didn't Know You Cared by Kittylin15 reviews
A visiting noble decides he likes the look of Merlin. Arthur's forced to take him on a hunting trip and he notices the mans attraction. He goes crazy trying to keep the oblivious Merlin out of harms way. (One Shot)
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,360 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 199 - Follows: 60 - Published: 5/10/2014 - [Merlin, Arthur] - Complete
Tattoo by Hisa-Ai reviews
Because Arthur always knew what he was talking about. Especially at two in the morning, after so many beers and a few shots of something Gwaine liked to partake in whenever he was feeling particularly stupid. And hey, Gwaine knew of a tattoo shop that stayed open well into the night and could do exactly what Arthur wanted done…
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 4,738 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 78 - Follows: 28 - Updated: 5/10/2014 - Published: 4/7/2014 - [Arthur, Merlin] Gwaine, Elyan
The Artorius Blade by wryter501 reviews
The once and future court of Camelot has faced and defeated challenges of the 21st century. But will the past come back to haunt them? Merlin answers a plea for help from someone he knew years ago, while Arthur deals with a too-good-to-be-true offer from someone who wants Camelot's assets... all of them. Sequel to "A Once and Future Destiny" and "The Emrys Strain".
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Adventure - Chapters: 22 - Words: 125,134 - Reviews: 353 - Favs: 200 - Follows: 81 - Updated: 5/8/2014 - Published: 3/24/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Stay by Hisa-Ai reviews
Even all these years later, Arthur still expected him to just pop up one day, cheeky grin in place as he called him a clotpole or a cabbage head for whatever reason.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 742 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 66 - Follows: 10 - Published: 5/7/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
I Should Probably Be Mad At You But Your Kisses Are Ruining The Moment by Hisa-Ai reviews
"You have magic, don't you?" Arthur asked, his whisper cutting through Merlin's insults and silencing the entire camp, the forest itself seeming to hush with the question.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,007 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 110 - Follows: 29 - Published: 5/6/2014 - [Arthur, Merlin] - Complete
Arthur's Birthday Feast by PhoenixRose3483 reviews
It's Arthur's Birthday, so all of Camelot is celebrating with a feast! Merlin is less than happy, especially when Arthur gets unbelievably drunk and Merlin has to deal with him.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 478 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 9 - Follows: 6 - Published: 5/6/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Haunted by xxElla MadElynxx reviews
Merlin is not sleeping, he is not eating, he is not talking. And Arthur Pendragon cannot take that anymore. He hesitantly interferes and later regrets it. One-shot.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,656 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 48 - Follows: 14 - Published: 5/6/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Sorcery and Chicken by candymacaron reviews
Merlin had only meant to use a teeny, tiny enchantment on the king's supper plate, and only because he was tired of drilling holes into Arthur's belts.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Humor/Adventure - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,290 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 32 - Follows: 4 - Published: 5/5/2014 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
So Abusive by EchoRose480 reviews
"Kiss my bony ass!" - Because, if I read one more story about Merlin sniffling and cowering in a corner because "Arthur's so abusive!", I will throw a fit. Here's a bit of a reminder that our warlock has some balls, and can throw a punch.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Poetry - Chapters: 1 - Words: 266 - Reviews: 31 - Favs: 106 - Follows: 29 - Published: 5/4/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Until the Day I Die by ALittleBitofEverything101 reviews
Season 1 Episode 13. Arthur, confused by Merlin's strange behavior, follows Merlin to the Isle of the Blessed. He hears everything that happened between Nimueh and Merlin. When Nimueh dies, Merlin collapses. Arthur believes he is dead. Merthur. Disclaimer: I don't own Merlin!
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Romance/Adventure - Chapters: 6 - Words: 13,698 - Reviews: 129 - Favs: 289 - Follows: 121 - Updated: 5/3/2014 - Published: 4/22/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Consequences by battlemaiden518 reviews
After Arthur discovers Merlin's magic, Agravaine attempts to turn Merlin against Camelot... with disastrous results. Reveal fic. No slash. In response to a prompt from AngryPurpleFire. Warnings: self-harm.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,584 - Reviews: 43 - Favs: 85 - Follows: 156 - Published: 5/2/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, Agravaine
Succession by chimingofthebells reviews
Merlin's son accidentally overhears a conversation between Merlin and the King, where he learns that the king has some rather surprising plans for him.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Family/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,240 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 46 - Follows: 18 - Published: 4/30/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, OC - Complete
Crystalized Warlock by Youngsoul reviews
Merlin is the court sorcerer and things have been good up until now. But when Arthur discovers that Merlin's true state of mind, can he stop the poor young man from doing something that cannot be undone? What sacrifices is Merlin prepared to make in order to protect Camelot from harms way in his current state?
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 3 - Words: 13,537 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 64 - Follows: 23 - Updated: 4/29/2014 - Published: 4/27/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Bad Week by AlxM reviews
Merlin just needs a break and a hug. No slash. Bromance. Dedicated to I love Merlin from THoC.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,694 - Reviews: 25 - Favs: 112 - Follows: 24 - Published: 4/26/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
The Valley of the Fallen Servant by GraceLilly reviews
AU to The Servant of Two Masters. What if the mercenaries found no use for the injured servant after the attack in the woods? What if they decided to leave Merlin behind instead of bringing him to Morgana? Short story with some bromance, worried Gaius and all the knights in action!
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 3 - Words: 17,265 - Reviews: 44 - Favs: 240 - Follows: 103 - Updated: 4/24/2014 - Published: 4/11/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Respect and Protect by LayzDayz reviews
Merlin gets attacked by a bully and is rescued by the most unlikely person. First chapter studies the Uther Merlin relationship. Second chapter explores Arthur's role of protector to his people. Two-shot. No slash. Minor whump.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,519 - Reviews: 46 - Favs: 316 - Follows: 98 - Updated: 4/18/2014 - Published: 3/14/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, Uther - Complete
A Once and Future Destiny by wryter501 reviews
Arthur stood as if frozen in time, as if the ceiling had dropped down, or he'd been hit over the head with a … tree branch, or… "Don't you know who I am?" he blurted. "Don't you remember me?" Merlin concluded shortly, "Nope." If Destiny has returned the once and future court of Camelot to the world, what does it mean that Merlin doesn't - or won't - remember them?
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Adventure - Chapters: 16 - Words: 63,930 - Reviews: 363 - Favs: 591 - Follows: 250 - Updated: 4/15/2014 - Published: 11/27/2013 - Arthur, Leon, Merlin, Gwen/Guinevere - Complete
Penumbra 5- The Dark of the Moon by A. Farnese reviews
Merlin is missing, the knights are scattered, and Guinevere has been sent away to save her life. As Arthur's list of allies at court grows thin, Morgause prepares to play her hand. Story five in the Penumbra AU.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Drama - Chapters: 12 - Words: 20,556 - Reviews: 72 - Favs: 47 - Follows: 25 - Updated: 4/13/2014 - Published: 3/1/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
The Endless Watch by LovesAngst reviews
This is just a little blip I had to put onto paper. It fits very close to the very end of my fic, Shuffing Destiny's Cards. Merlin has died and Arthur is following the body of his best friend as they move towards the pyre.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Angst/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 404 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 17 - Follows: 7 - Published: 4/13/2014 - Arthur - Complete
Master of Two Servants by Loopstagirl reviews
Morgana's plan didn't go quite right when Arthur arrived to rescue his servant. But what is a king supposed to do when he knows his most trusted friend has been cursed to kill him?
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 11 - Words: 34,664 - Reviews: 278 - Favs: 581 - Follows: 287 - Updated: 4/13/2014 - Published: 12/27/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
The Pendulum of Redemption by LFB72 reviews
Morgana discovers Merlin lying alone and injured in the woods, vowing to make the vulnerable servant pay for all he has done. Contains Merlin Whump, Hurt and Comfort and Bromance. Warning: Mentions of blood and a graphic description of a broken leg.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,251 - Reviews: 31 - Favs: 172 - Follows: 37 - Published: 4/11/2014 - Morgana, Merlin, Arthur, Gaius - Complete
Smarter than he looks by DecloLove reviews
Merlin and Arthur get captured while on a hunt. Arthur is still trying to understand his new manservant and even starts to realize that Merlin may be smarter than he looks. ONESHOT, but considered part of my " than he looks" series
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Adventure/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,323 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 111 - Follows: 34 - Published: 4/11/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
The End of Everything by WrittinInStone reviews
Destiny hangs by a thread when Arthur commits the ultimate betrayal and nothing in Camelot is the same anymore. Non-slash. No longer on hiatus.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Friendship - Chapters: 3 - Words: 19,045 - Reviews: 157 - Favs: 132 - Follows: 216 - Updated: 4/6/2014 - Published: 7/19/2012 - Merlin, Arthur
All The Ways by LeggyLulu reviews
This is a story of scenarios...think of it as drabbles, but longer. I'm going to pretty much post all the one-shots I've written and also write more. Next Up: Comparing Scars in which Merlin gets drunk and takes off his shirt
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Drama - Chapters: 6 - Words: 13,276 - Reviews: 141 - Favs: 479 - Follows: 487 - Updated: 4/3/2014 - Published: 12/6/2011 - Merlin
The Emrys Strain by wryter501 reviews
"I don't believe Mordred is the mastermind of the attack. Someone else is responsible. Someone with funding and connections…" The once and future court of Camelot is reconvened in the 21st Century, with new objectives... and new enemies. Sequel to A Once and Future Destiny.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Adventure - Chapters: 18 - Words: 83,969 - Reviews: 291 - Favs: 252 - Follows: 103 - Updated: 3/24/2014 - Published: 1/4/2014 - Arthur, Merlin, Gwen/Guinevere, Gwaine - Complete
the chain you forged by coffee-not-decaf reviews
Everything you do is for him. Companion piece to 'a chain linking us'
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 669 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 10 - Follows: 3 - Published: 3/16/2014 - [Merlin, Arthur] - Complete
a chain linking us by coffee-not-decaf reviews
You were only his start.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 746 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 13 - Follows: 5 - Published: 3/16/2014 - [Arthur, Merlin] - Complete
Favorites by Tshirtgun reviews
Arthur and Merlin go for a walk through the lower town. Arthur gets cranky when the townsfolk seem to like Merlin more than him.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,162 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 123 - Follows: 32 - Published: 3/14/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Flee by DecloLove reviews
Arthur accidently sees Merlin using magic and has him arrested. Merlin decides to run for his life. Now Morgana is coming to attack Camelot and the druids say Emrys is the only one capable of stopping her. AU *Magic reveal* Merlin could be taken as OOC at the start.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 13 - Words: 26,603 - Reviews: 162 - Favs: 367 - Follows: 228 - Updated: 3/14/2014 - Published: 12/30/2013 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwaine - Complete
Everything I Do by fillmoredawn reviews
After Merlin is rescued from torture, Arthur goes to visit him in Gaius's chambers, wondering how on earth his manservant managed to survive. One-shot. Bromance only, unless you have your slash goggles at the ready. Merlin whump. Protective!Arthur Hurt!Merlin
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 758 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 164 - Follows: 46 - Published: 3/9/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
All Good Things In Moderation (Unless You're A Warlock!) by Tshirtgun reviews
When Merlin, Arthur, and the knights go to the tavern for some much-deserved R&R, they run into a problem - Merlin seems to be immune to mead! Nothing naughty, just some Merthur bromance and buddy!knights. One-shot. My first fic, so be gentle!
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,865 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 242 - Follows: 52 - Published: 3/7/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, Lancelot, Gwaine - Complete
Incarnation by Auua Ytjoml reviews
The legends speak of a hidden lake or perhaps a crystal cavern or a simple tree...the resting place of the the greatest magician to walk the earth... Merlin. But the truth was more complicated and Arthur didn't understand. (post 5x13. Cannon Future Fic.)
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Mystery - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,723 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 9 - Published: 3/5/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
To Serve by April29Roses reviews
This story is a thematic grouping of one shots on what it means to be a servant. Arthur and Merlin are imprisoned in an abandoned cell built during the Purge. Awaiting rescue, conversation and fate conspire to reveal Merlin's secret!
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 4 - Words: 7,206 - Reviews: 51 - Favs: 85 - Follows: 74 - Updated: 2/26/2014 - Published: 1/2/2014 - Arthur, Merlin
Penumbra 4- In the Wind by A. Farnese reviews
A summer of peace has descended upon Camelot, but old enemies rise up to threaten Arthur's reign as regent. As old hatreds stir, Arthur finds himself caught between two loyalties and begins to lose faith in one he thought he would never doubt. Story 4 in the Penumbra AU. Mild whump.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 10 - Words: 18,545 - Reviews: 54 - Favs: 56 - Follows: 33 - Updated: 2/25/2014 - Published: 1/22/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Merlin might be by 8annie81 reviews
Off the top of his head Arthur can name one hundred things Merlin might be. (More or less.) And one thing he isn't.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 543 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 3 - Published: 2/25/2014 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
The Brightest Star In The Sky by AlxM reviews
"Someone once told me that... that if you ever lost someone and... and you miss them. Then just look at the sky, and... and search for the brightest star. And think of it as them." / "That... is probably the most ridiculous thing I've ever heard." Dedicated to MildeAmasoj. No slash. Cover by MagicGirl41
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,196 - Reviews: 28 - Favs: 74 - Follows: 10 - Published: 2/19/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
A Warlock's Bane by AngryPurpleFire reviews
When Arthur finds out about Merlin's magic, he does not react well. Both of them are captured by bandits on the way back to Camelot. Will Arthur feel any pity for the man he used to call a friend when he is tortured and eventually stricken blind, as well as deaf. [One-Shot] Warning: NonDescriptive Non-Con/Rape
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 725 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 91 - Follows: 26 - Published: 2/18/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
A Good Speech by Veilwuarrah reviews
Merlin swoons and then he wakes.. but whatever happened between? Wasn't Arthur curious? Missing scene from 4x01.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,431 - Reviews: 25 - Favs: 66 - Follows: 14 - Published: 2/18/2014 - Complete
The Perils of Modern Medicine by caldera32 reviews
Merlin suffers under the care of another physician whilst away from Camelot. (Rated for whump)
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Suspense - Chapters: 16 - Words: 13,310 - Reviews: 259 - Favs: 284 - Follows: 185 - Updated: 2/15/2014 - Published: 1/4/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, Gaius - Complete
To Hell with Destiny by chimingofthebells reviews
The Dragon tells Merlin it is his destiny to be by Arthur's side as his protector, not in Arthur's bed or in his heart. Sometimes Merlin hates that.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,295 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 108 - Follows: 25 - Published: 2/2/2014 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
To the Still Earth by A. Farnese reviews
Arthur has rescued Merlin from Cenred's mercenaries, but his servant is badly injured. As he watches over Merlin through the long night, Arthur begins to wonder if their mission is worth the price they've paid. Canon, Set between S2 and S3.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 4 - Words: 3,426 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 130 - Follows: 59 - Updated: 2/1/2014 - Published: 1/30/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
A Merlin for the Hunt by Auua Ytjoml reviews
But after all, the non-descript little falcon is a reminder and a promise. For though his manservant has been gone for many years, Arthur of Camelot still hunts with a merlin. No Slash. Takes place after: Your Heart Greater Than Mine. Sequel: Song of Albion
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Tragedy/Friendship - Chapters: 2 - Words: 1,480 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 30 - Follows: 7 - Updated: 1/30/2014 - Published: 9/12/2013 - Arthur - Complete
Your Heart Greater Than Mine by Auua Ytjoml reviews
"It's all right. It's- you're gunna be all right." But the narrow frame is utterly, utterly still and the small smile lies frozen, as it had been since it snuck across his elfin features for the last time. AU from 1x4. No Slash. Sequel: A Merlin for the Hunt
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Tragedy/Friendship - Chapters: 3 - Words: 1,889 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 43 - Follows: 11 - Updated: 1/30/2014 - Published: 5/20/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Song of Albion by Auua Ytjoml reviews
This I promise. For as long as I am King, there will be magic in the heart of Camelot. Conclusion to 'Your Heart Greater Than Mine' and 'A Merlin For The Hunt'.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,495 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 26 - Follows: 7 - Published: 1/30/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Innocence and Instinct by LayzDayz reviews
After Arthur and Merlin are captured and tortured, Arthur must face his own demons as well as the demons of a suicidal Merlin. But is there more to Merlin's self-destructive tendencies than he is letting on? What does protecting Arthur have to do with it all? Can Arthur save the secret warlock from himself? Rated M for multiple suicide attempts, not graphic. No slash.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 31 - Words: 54,060 - Reviews: 269 - Favs: 247 - Follows: 192 - Updated: 1/30/2014 - Published: 10/8/2013 - Merlin, Arthur, Leon, Gwaine - Complete
Monster Under the Bed by Kizmet reviews
To protect Arthur without exposing his magic Merlin allows himself to be the victim of a vengeful sorcerer's spell. Too bad the spell turns him into back into a small child and children aren't exactly known for their discretion. Now both Merlin and Arthur will find themselves facing the fears installed in their childhoods.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Drama - Chapters: 11 - Words: 27,076 - Reviews: 127 - Favs: 533 - Follows: 308 - Updated: 1/26/2014 - Published: 12/18/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Stronger than he looks by DecloLove reviews
"You know Arthur; I'm stronger than I look!" "I really doubt that Merlin!" Arthur laughed and the majority of the knights joined in. "I'll prove it to you Arthur!" What happens when Merlin has had a bit too much to drink and decides to challenge Arthur? ONESHOT
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Adventure - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,822 - Reviews: 25 - Favs: 240 - Follows: 69 - Published: 1/20/2014 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwaine, Percival - Complete
Everything I Had by Auua Ytjoml reviews
"Don't you dare tell me everything was a lie. Don't you dare pretend that you weren't the idiot I know you were. I don't know who you think you are, but the past was real. You were real." (AU from 5x12 No Slash)
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 2 - Words: 3,831 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 8 - Updated: 1/17/2014 - Published: 1/16/2014 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Feel Me In Whispered Words by kayura sanada reviews
Merlin and Arthur are close – very close. So when Uther learns of Merlin's magic, he finds a public execution might, for the first time, turn his son from him irrevocably. And so he decides to make Merlin disappear.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Drama/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 11,150 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 304 - Follows: 67 - Published: 1/11/2014 - [Merlin, Arthur] Uther - Complete
Waffling by Princess Alyra reviews
Arthur catches Merlin in an act... just not necessarily the act Merlin thought he did. Cue a lot of really terrible explanations. Semi-crack.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 744 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 68 - Follows: 11 - Published: 1/7/2014 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Penumbra 3- Into the Darkened Wood by A. Farnese reviews
To find Merlin, Arthur must brave the haunted woods. But something waits for him in the dark heart of the forest, and to escape its grasp, he must face the darkest secret from his past. Part three of the Penumbra series. AU.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Supernatural/Friendship - Chapters: 6 - Words: 10,841 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 53 - Follows: 22 - Updated: 1/4/2014 - Published: 12/15/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
hollowing souls by coffee-not-decaf reviews
From the moment Arthur woke up, he knew he needed to find Merlin.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,387 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 47 - Follows: 5 - Published: 12/31/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
When the Time Comes, You'll Save Me by chimingofthebells reviews
When Merlin is outed as a sorcerer, he has one request for Arthur. Arthur doesn't think he'll be able to give it to him.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,932 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 73 - Follows: 15 - Published: 12/27/2013 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
The Welshire Quest by Felicity P reviews
Arthur, Merlin, & the knights, depart on a quest to rid the northern villages of some magical beasts. The journey takes a turn when Merlin is injured. To far from Camelot to turn back, the group must press forward in order to save both Merlin and the outlying villages. Their journey is fraught with peril, alliances are made, and secrets are revealed. Story is fully illustrated. R&R
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 17 - Words: 32,550 - Reviews: 389 - Favs: 526 - Follows: 354 - Updated: 12/27/2013 - Published: 6/30/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
never let me go by coffee-not-decaf reviews
You're not a hero.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Poetry - Chapters: 1 - Words: 641 - Reviews: 1 - Favs: 7 - Follows: 3 - Published: 12/26/2013 - Merlin - Complete
Loyalty by carinims01 reviews
"The warlock couldn't stop his body from trembling, his mind from racing, nor his heart from beating thrice it's normal rate. He closed his fist, the flame dissipating as he squared his shoulders. "It's me you want. Let them go."" When a magic-hating Lord finds out Merlin's secret, the servant's life hangs in the balance, as does his friend's. Mid s4. Reveal. Rated T. No slash.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,154 - Reviews: 52 - Favs: 528 - Follows: 101 - Published: 12/22/2013 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwaine, OC - Complete
More Than One Way by LovesAngst reviews
They say there is more than one way to skin a cat. Gaius finds that in order to save his dear Merlin's life, he must risk it. Will prince Arthur learn just how much he cares for Merlin as his dying friend's life hangs undecided?
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 7 - Words: 10,452 - Reviews: 113 - Favs: 135 - Follows: 67 - Updated: 12/17/2013 - Published: 11/29/2013 - Arthur, Merlin, Gaius - Complete
The Final Truth by LFB72 reviews
Arthur knew Merlin had a secret, and it was driving him mad. A botched attempt on the castle presents the king with a means of getting the answers he craves - but at what cost? Arthur's actions not only risk his servant's life, but all they have built. Contains: hurt/comfort, angst, and Merlin whump. Reveal fic.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 11 - Words: 31,126 - Reviews: 353 - Favs: 580 - Follows: 392 - Updated: 12/13/2013 - Published: 9/29/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Percival's Plight by beingbored reviews
The Knights of the Round Table and Merlin are locked in the dungeons after a crazed sorcerer takes over Camelot. Gwaine has a plan to get them out, which involves Percival. Question is, will Percival be able to do it? One-shot
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,133 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 61 - Follows: 23 - Published: 12/10/2013 - Percival - Complete
Penumbra 2- Birds in Flight by A. Farnese reviews
As the weeks go by, Arthur regrets his decision more and more, but is it too late to go back and fix his mistakes? Can he recover what's been lost? AU Sequel to 'This House of Bones'.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst - Chapters: 7 - Words: 9,708 - Reviews: 25 - Favs: 61 - Follows: 27 - Updated: 12/7/2013 - Published: 11/30/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
The Question by Kizmet reviews
It was an otherwise normal day in Camelot, until a servant was discovered using magic to clean the King's chimney.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Drama/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,462 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 71 - Follows: 21 - Published: 12/5/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Another's Favor by ebhg reviews
To fortify Nemeth's ties with Camelot after his rescue, Rodor offers Mithian's hand to the one man Arthur respects above all others. For power comes not with rank, but from one's connections. AU from Another's Sorrow, taking Series 5 where I wish it had actually gone. AKA, Where the Heck was Magic and Albion When I Wanted Them!
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Drama - Chapters: 24 - Words: 171,488 - Reviews: 644 - Favs: 1,065 - Follows: 393 - Updated: 12/1/2013 - Published: 8/17/2013 - Merlin, Mithian - Complete
Penumbra 1- This House of Bones by A. Farnese reviews
After failing to conquer Camelot, Morgana opens herself to new and darker magics as she prepares for the future. When her next attack forces Merlin to reveal his magic, he finds his friendship with Arthur tested to its limits as the Prince prepares to make the most difficult decision of his life. First story of a series. AU, set just after the end of Series 3.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 6 - Words: 15,022 - Reviews: 27 - Favs: 79 - Follows: 40 - Updated: 11/26/2013 - Published: 11/13/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Overheard by hujwernoo reviews
The knights, Arthur and Gwen are planning a surprise for Merlin...only to overhear a shocking conversation between Merlin and Agravaine. Spoilers up to 4x02, really just an excuse to write out a plot bunny I had. Inspired by 'Poison Truth' by Lovable Loner. Warning: Brief but graphic violence. Last chapter AND epilogue are up!
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 36 - Words: 43,093 - Reviews: 1557 - Favs: 2,876 - Follows: 1,537 - Updated: 11/14/2013 - Published: 5/31/2013 - Merlin, Arthur, Agravaine - Complete
The Fury of the King by chimingofthebells reviews
After Gwen and Merlin have been returned, Arthur deals with the man who kidnapped them.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Family/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,687 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 119 - Follows: 31 - Published: 11/7/2013 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwen/Guinevere - Complete
In the Hand of Darkness by April29Roses reviews
Morgana sets a trap for Arthur, but Merlin pays the price, revealing his magic in the process. Caught in a torturous spell, Merlin struggles to live while Arthur deals with his feelings of betrayal and the looming threat of another attack by Morgana. This is a reveal/whump story, set a few weeks after Season 4; told from a double point of view. No slash.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 21 - Words: 28,809 - Reviews: 247 - Favs: 343 - Follows: 205 - Updated: 11/1/2013 - Published: 9/6/2013 - Merlin, Arthur, Gaius - Complete
Sing A Sad Song by AlxM reviews
"When someone's having a bad day, you give them a hug to cheer them up." / Arthur takes Gwen's advice on how to cheer someone up. No slash. Bromance.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,292 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 155 - Follows: 32 - Published: 10/29/2013 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Only the Worst by FromTheCouncilOfTimeWizards reviews
On a quest, Arthur and Merlin are forced to see each other's worst fears. Reveal!Fic
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 4 - Words: 5,958 - Reviews: 140 - Favs: 749 - Follows: 320 - Updated: 10/20/2013 - Published: 10/11/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Daylight by chimingofthebells reviews
Blood. Screams. The sound of metal on metal. Rust. Then silence.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 572 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 32 - Follows: 6 - Published: 9/22/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Merlin's Day Off by FromTheCouncilOfTimeWizards reviews
In which Merlin stops a sorcerer that the king and the knights couldn't. On his day off. While slightly drunk. Borderline crack. Now a twoshot!
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Parody - Chapters: 2 - Words: 1,272 - Reviews: 63 - Favs: 471 - Follows: 117 - Updated: 9/19/2013 - Published: 8/24/2013 - Merlin - Complete
The Truth is Told when the Jug is Dry by chimingofthebells reviews
Arthur gets spectacularly drunk during the feast celebrating his coronation, and says some things to Merlin that make Merlin doubt everything he thought he knew to be true.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,480 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 141 - Follows: 24 - Published: 9/16/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Secret Identities and Hidden Motives by LayzDayz reviews
Merlin reveals his magic to Arthur right before sacrificing himself to save Arthur's life. Arthur thinks Merlin is dead but who is this new sorcerer who has named himself as Arthur's protector? And why won't he trust Arthur enough to show him his face? Set between series 4 and 5. Arthur and Merlin friendship only. No slash. Some angst! Rated T to be safe. Changed title.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Angst - Chapters: 12 - Words: 19,705 - Reviews: 168 - Favs: 290 - Follows: 180 - Updated: 9/14/2013 - Published: 8/7/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Prince Dollop Head and the Bear-Faced Monster by Emachinescat reviews
Merlin tells a bedtime story to a little princess, and Arthur is not amused. Pure fluff, with tons of bromance and fluffiness!
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Family/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,523 - Reviews: 66 - Favs: 309 - Follows: 54 - Published: 9/9/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Blood by BloodFromTheThorn reviews
Arthur was going to get Merlin back to Camelot if it killed him. He wouldn't leave him here alone.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,733 - Reviews: 30 - Favs: 253 - Follows: 57 - Published: 9/9/2013 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Until it's gone by mysticleopard reviews
Arthur banished Merlin after finding out about his magic. A year later Arthur realises his mistake and lifts the ban on magic, hoping his friend will return. But will he? Merthur (Arthur/Merlin slash) Arthur's POV
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 3 - Words: 1,967 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 65 - Follows: 25 - Published: 9/8/2013 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
The Legend of Matthew Hyde by Ash9 reviews
Matthew Hyde is a twenty-two year old American living an ordinary life-until two strange men show up on his college campus bearing swords and wearing Kevlar. They seem convinced he's some one else, and Matthew isn't going to argue when they keep saving his life. For some reason, dangerous creatures seem drawn to him and he begins having the strangest dreams... status: Complete
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Adventure - Chapters: 11 - Words: 46,725 - Reviews: 55 - Favs: 116 - Follows: 31 - Published: 9/7/2013 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwaine - Complete
Blows by chimingofthebells reviews
Merlin, bewitched by Morgana, goes to confront Arthur.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,683 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 49 - Follows: 7 - Published: 9/7/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Talk to Your Friend by NerdBurga reviews
Spoilers to 4x02! With Lancelot gone, Merlin is left feeling more alone than ever. His best friend, his true friend, the one he could always talk to, is gone. Merlin doesn't see the point in talking at all anymore. Oneshot.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,360 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 190 - Follows: 33 - Published: 9/2/2013 - Merlin, Gwaine - Complete
Sell-Sword Nurseries and Warlock Professors by Shadow-StrikeRaven reviews
Merlin is kidnapped by sell-swords and is subject to their rants about their plans. Yet again. But this time? He honestly cannot be bother with it all. The result? BAMF!Merlin, lecturing on manners, terrified sell-swords, stunned knights and a sheepish king. Yup, another of my one-shot mild(?)Crack!Reveals. Requested by vampireharry the 2.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,079 - Reviews: 76 - Favs: 735 - Follows: 203 - Published: 9/1/2013 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwaine, Percival - Complete
Hunting Secrets by April29Roses reviews
Merlin hates hunting with Arthur, but the reason is not as simple as would first appear. A mild/moderate Merlin whump story set between Seasons Two and Three. No slash.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 5 - Words: 5,543 - Reviews: 78 - Favs: 264 - Follows: 106 - Updated: 9/1/2013 - Published: 8/25/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
What Happens When a Dragon Gets Turned Into a Human by trillion42 reviews
When Merlin's "siblings" named Kilgharrah and Aithusa show up, Arthur and the knights aren't too happy. They're jealous, in fact, because Merlin's isn't hanging out with them that much anymore! Meanwhile, Kilgharrah and Aithusa have to adjust being human! Jumping off of buildings, Spanish speaking, and a lovestruck Morgana soon follow. No slash. ElyanXAithusa (Because I can)
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship - Chapters: 13 - Words: 20,146 - Reviews: 236 - Favs: 317 - Follows: 306 - Updated: 8/31/2013 - Published: 4/3/2013 - Merlin, The Great Dragon/Kilgharrah
Matter of Sovereignty by Kizmet reviews
A visiting Prince takes it into his head to brutalize Merlin, but sometimes the solution to a problem is in how you present it.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Friendship/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,936 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 296 - Follows: 76 - Published: 8/28/2013 - Merlin, Arthur, Uther - Complete
Innocent Until Declared Guilty by NamelesslyNightlock reviews
…even if they confess. Kings don't have to 'prove' anything; what they say goes. But when Merlin is seen practicing magic Arthur refuses to declare him guilty, even after Merlin does so himself. There has to be another way… Reveal fic. One shot.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,822 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 188 - Follows: 36 - Published: 8/25/2013 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwaine - Complete
No More Secrets by FromTheCouncilOfTimeWizards reviews
"A pale hand outstretched, holding a crisp envelope addressed to the Court Sorcerer. 'I wrote this a few weeks ago,' Arthur rasped. 'It's for you to read, and I only hope you can forgive us after reading it.'" No slash, a few tiny mentions of Arwen. Oneshot.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,888 - Reviews: 45 - Favs: 185 - Follows: 35 - Published: 8/24/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Facing the Truth by Sanguine Ink reviews
"Great, just what he needed, something else trying to off the prat on the way home." Merlin, Arthur, a very large spot of prison-cell-shaped trouble, and a lot to work out. Bromance, no slash, and lots of whump.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 18 - Words: 81,523 - Reviews: 525 - Favs: 966 - Follows: 368 - Updated: 8/23/2013 - Published: 6/26/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Midnight Admissions by ElvisRose reviews
After they save Gwen from Morgana's curse Merlin sneaks out to a familiar lake. Arthur and friends follow and overhear somethings that will drastically change the way they view their friend. After 5X9
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,305 - Reviews: 45 - Favs: 759 - Follows: 197 - Published: 8/22/2013 - Merlin, Mordred, Freya - Complete
Admittance by TheOlArchive reviews
When Arthur's punishment for losing a bet leads to a fight between Arthur and Merlin, the knights of the Round Table take it upon themselves to fix their broken friendship. Arthur and Merlin bromance with a healthy dose of the knights! Two-shot.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 2 - Words: 6,886 - Reviews: 92 - Favs: 715 - Follows: 199 - Published: 8/18/2013 - Arthur, Merlin, Gwaine, Percival - Complete
Blood-Thirsty Butterflies and Sandwiches by Shadow-StrikeRaven reviews
Yep, another of my 'Merlin just can't be bothered to hide his magic anymore and it results in all out BAMF' one-shots. (Reveal!fic. BAMF!Merlin, Humour, Friendship, Hero Worship/Adoration of our favourite Warlock, Attacking sorcerers, Ham Sandwiches, Butterflies, Evil Bunnies, Headaches and Gleeful, Surprisingly Observant Knights.) Request fic for TiffBaby101. (Mild?Crack.)
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,804 - Reviews: 62 - Favs: 548 - Follows: 150 - Published: 8/13/2013 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwaine - Complete
Brave Enough to See (Bite the Hand that Feeds) by Sweetbriar reviews
A what-if canon divergence centered on a bit of illogic of season 4 episode 6, 'Servant of Two Masters': Why would Gwen ever keep this from Arthur? Merthur.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,023 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 142 - Follows: 18 - Published: 8/12/2013 - Arthur, Merlin, Gwen/Guinevere - Complete
Yours, Mine, and Ours by LayzDayz reviews
Merlin is attacked in the forest by a bandit and left alone to die. While his life is fading from him with nothing for him to do about it he ponders how all his friends somehow became Arthur's friends and begins to wonder if he has any friends at all. Now a two-shot. Second chapter written from Arthur's POV.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Drama - Chapters: 2 - Words: 5,885 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 161 - Follows: 34 - Updated: 8/12/2013 - Published: 8/3/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
The School of Barke by Tonzura123 reviews
Merlin's powers are on the fritz, which means it's not a fantastic time for Arthur to have an open mind. Prequel to "Emrys Emergent". Rated for violence, peril, and character death. Bromance abounds. Whump!Merlin. In-progress.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Adventure/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,885 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 14 - Follows: 28 - Published: 8/10/2013 - Merlin, Arthur, Gaius
Midnight Runner by mamapranayama reviews
For several long seconds he laid on the ground, his breathing coming in short, uneven and wheezing gasps. He had to get up – had to move. He didn't have time to stop – even if he might already be too late for the injured man he had left behind. He had to keep running ...
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 4 - Words: 13,225 - Reviews: 32 - Favs: 125 - Follows: 40 - Updated: 8/6/2013 - Published: 8/4/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Defense by TheOlArchive reviews
Merlin defends Arthur and Arthur defends Merlin. A two-shot. Lots of bromance feels! Now with a third chapter!
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Friendship - Chapters: 3 - Words: 5,702 - Reviews: 86 - Favs: 380 - Follows: 119 - Updated: 7/31/2013 - Published: 7/24/2013 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
The Rise of Emrys by Mrs. Bonner reviews
When Merlin mysteriously sets out alone on a perilous journey, King Arthur is left with many questions. But questions lead to answers, and perhaps Arthur has begun to ask the right ones. No slash.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 21 - Words: 18,444 - Reviews: 235 - Favs: 194 - Follows: 147 - Updated: 7/31/2013 - Published: 6/19/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Taken by The Sociopathism of Trees reviews
Arthur has never been one to share what's his, so when an enemy steals his best friend from his very castle? Let the enemy beware.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,180 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 205 - Follows: 28 - Published: 7/29/2013 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Uncle Merlin by llLethell reviews
Merlin prepares for a secret mission while a certain young prince of Camelot becomes overly possessive of his "Uncle" Merlin.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Family - Chapters: 2 - Words: 12,457 - Reviews: 73 - Favs: 425 - Follows: 247 - Published: 7/25/2013 - Merlin, Arthur
Loyal 'Til the End by beyondmymuses reviews
Camelot had fallen. Morgana was queen. Arthur knew these facts, but nothing worried him more than Merlin. Merlin, with golden eyes, captured during the attack, and who held dangerous knowledge of the elusive Emrys. Time was running out until Morgana found Emrys and went after Arthur. The King could only hope they could retake Camelot in time. Before his servant broke.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Adventure - Chapters: 18 - Words: 108,156 - Reviews: 509 - Favs: 966 - Follows: 526 - Updated: 7/23/2013 - Published: 2/1/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Merlin - the Oath Breaker by Weaving Bard reviews
Merlin - Oath Breaker, Arthur has finally accepted the fact that Merlin is a warlock and that he is no ordinary warlock, he is thee warlock – Emrys. Merlin has broken his oath to stay by Arthur's side til the day that he dies. Sequel to Merlin - Not Arthur- Merlin - Heavy on the bromance - NO slash
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Humor - Chapters: 15 - Words: 32,586 - Reviews: 76 - Favs: 55 - Follows: 85 - Updated: 7/23/2013 - Published: 5/24/2013 - Merlin, Gwaine, Arthur
Fighting Fate by monkey76 reviews
Post 5x03. "Merlin's eyes were wide with pain. 'Arthur,' he gasped. He brought his hands to the sword's hilt in a weak attempt to push it away. 'I am so sorry,' Arthur said, driving the sword deeper." Determined to save Merlin's life, Arthur and the knights set off on a quest to change the future. Reveal. Friendship. Whump.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 20 - Words: 53,173 - Reviews: 459 - Favs: 1,161 - Follows: 573 - Updated: 7/22/2013 - Published: 2/23/2013 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Sorry's Not Good Enough by EchoRose480 reviews
Alternative ending to Merlin 5x07, because Merlin always takes things in stride, but what if he didn't? What if enough was finally enough? What if sorry just wouldn't cut it this time? I hope you like it! Spoilers for season 5! NO SLASH!
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 13 - Words: 36,088 - Reviews: 485 - Favs: 568 - Follows: 530 - Updated: 7/19/2013 - Published: 11/19/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Until Forever Ends by OliveBranchStories reviews
Merlin's magic is revealed and he is not forgiven, but he doesn't leave. He tells himself he will protect himself and Camelot and Arthur and show everyone that he is not evil, even if it takes forever. But whilst Uther cannot get close enough to kill Merlin he knows someone who can. COMPLETED.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Drama/Friendship - Chapters: 24 - Words: 141,455 - Reviews: 271 - Favs: 329 - Follows: 214 - Updated: 7/14/2013 - Published: 12/27/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
A Perfect Day by mamapranayama reviews
Merlin sees that Arthur needs an escape from the pressures of being the prince, but when a lovely day off with Gwen turns into a nightmare, secrets and lies are exposed and an epic friendship is put to its greatest test. Set season 3 just before 'The Changeling'. Reveal fic , hurt/comfort, a ton of angst, and bromance (no slash). Some Arthur/Gwen, but no more than canon. Complete.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 6 - Words: 27,388 - Reviews: 41 - Favs: 122 - Follows: 62 - Updated: 7/13/2013 - Published: 7/7/2013 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwen/Guinevere - Complete
In Sickness and Health by the-vampire-act reviews
Gwaine and Merlin are attacked by a sorcerer. While Gwaine comes out scratch free, Merlin realizes that not only has he fallen sick, but his magic. Now, Merlin must rely on the help of others to cure him before his time runs out.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 19 - Words: 24,475 - Reviews: 99 - Favs: 154 - Follows: 157 - Updated: 7/13/2013 - Published: 2/19/2013 - Merlin - Complete
Why Merlin Should Be Allowed to Sleep by Shadow-StrikeRaven reviews
No sleep, a headache, sore after an hour of training and now stuck in a meeting with Arthur and the entire council? Merlin just wants to go to bed... Then Morgana arrives with some powerful sorcerers, as she often does, and attempts to take over Camelot. Again, as she often does. The result? Reveal, BAMF Merlin, reading, cheering and Waddling Lords. Request for Percabeth4eva.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Friendship/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,508 - Reviews: 178 - Favs: 1,162 - Follows: 276 - Published: 7/10/2013 - Morgana, Merlin, Arthur, Gwaine - Complete
In Every Drop of My Blood by April29Roses reviews
Merlin and Arthur are captured by bandits and separated. Injured and chained, Merlin takes dangerous risks to rescue his king. This is a torture story, set immediately after Season Four, told from Merlin's point of view, inspired and framed by a a poem by Ranier Maria Rilke. No slash.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 7 - Words: 8,115 - Reviews: 81 - Favs: 253 - Follows: 100 - Updated: 7/8/2013 - Published: 7/4/2013 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwaine - Complete
Don't Abandon Me by staymagical reviews
While out on patrol, Arthur, Gwaine, and Leon come across an abandoned building, but soon discover that's not the only thing that's been abandoned
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,228 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 505 - Follows: 126 - Published: 7/7/2013 - Merlin, Arthur, Gaius, Gwaine - Complete
Of Knights and Neckerchiefs by TheOlArchive reviews
"Suddenly, a shadow fell across the servant and he looked up to see the three knights looming over him. Sir Hector knelt down and said in a sickly sweet voice. 'Because you're not a knight, so stop pretending to be one.'" In which Merlin is bullied, a neckerchief is lost, and Arthur is protective of his servant. No slash. Two shot.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 2 - Words: 7,762 - Reviews: 127 - Favs: 1,158 - Follows: 301 - Published: 7/2/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Dear Merlin & Company by EchoRose480 reviews
A Question and Answer forum for the characters of Merlin! Come on by, and inquire after any character you want to satiate your nerdy desires, and answer those questions eating away at your fangirl insides. Arthur: Satiate, that's a big word, Merlin! Merlin: Not as big as your nose.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Humor - Chapters: 4 - Words: 3,083 - Reviews: 59 - Favs: 39 - Follows: 42 - Updated: 7/1/2013 - Published: 3/6/2013
Protectors by FromTheCouncilOfTimeWizards reviews
Short oneshot. The knights are proud of themselves because they think they are protecting Merlin. Merlin thinks it's cute.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 677 - Reviews: 36 - Favs: 370 - Follows: 84 - Published: 6/27/2013 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwaine - Complete
A Traitor Tells All by FromTheCouncilOfTimeWizards reviews
Arthur finally becomes suspicious of his uncle. One night, he sneaks out and overhears a conversation between Agravaine and Morgana. And they're talking about...Merlin? Spoilers for S4
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 13 - Words: 13,959 - Reviews: 199 - Favs: 853 - Follows: 380 - Updated: 6/26/2013 - Published: 6/17/2013 - Arthur, Agravaine, Morgana, Merlin - Complete
Bandits, it's Always Bandits! by Adeliade reviews
Merlin is injured in an attack and the knights all worry about their friend. Just a little story that I thought of last night. Not slash.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,354 - Reviews: 42 - Favs: 670 - Follows: 157 - Published: 6/25/2013 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwaine - Complete
The Last Dance by April29Roses reviews
Merlin goes to a dance with Gwen, and as usual, he encounters the unexpected. Will the results bring tragedy to Camelot?
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Supernatural/Angst - Chapters: 4 - Words: 5,311 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 43 - Follows: 11 - Updated: 6/22/2013 - Published: 6/20/2013 - Merlin, Gwen/Guinevere, Gaius, Arthur - Complete
Trapped by EchoRose480 reviews
There was nothing but darkness. Merlin could see nothing. Could hear nothing of the screams of his friends, calling his name, pounding the cold, hard stone surrounding him, shutting him off from the light. Little does he know, they can. They can hear everything. (Rated T as a safety blanket for very mild language.)
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Humor/Angst - Chapters: 9 - Words: 12,967 - Reviews: 434 - Favs: 419 - Follows: 724 - Updated: 6/21/2013 - Published: 12/30/2012 - Merlin
Stolen Inheritance by Rehabilitated Sith reviews
A debt separated what was meant to be united. Arthur has never noticed slaves before, this one he can't ignore. *Bromance/No Slash* EPIC!Length-
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Mystery/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 25 - Words: 131,878 - Reviews: 463 - Favs: 418 - Follows: 352 - Updated: 6/15/2013 - Published: 7/23/2012 - Merlin, Arthur, Ygraine, Hunith - Complete
¿Señor de dragones? by anita4869 reviews
Un dragón aparece inesperadamente y Merlín tiene que dar algunas explicaciones...
Merlin - Rated: K - Spanish - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 598 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 49 - Follows: 14 - Published: 6/9/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
To Transcend Understanding by MagicGirl41 reviews
"Arthur had an epiphany, beautiful and shining, one that would change his life forever." As Arthur faces uncertain death in yet another dungeon, he realized something about his closest friend. He loves him. NO SLASH! Rated T for some language in a beginning quote. Please review! I'm rather proud of this one ;D
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 968 - Reviews: 31 - Favs: 62 - Follows: 13 - Published: 6/5/2013 - Arthur, Merlin
The Shadows I Live With Are Numberless by Ddiwerth reviews
When life becomes too much for Merlin, can Arthur and his friends save him from himself? WARNING: Graphic imagery and sensitive issues.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 26 - Words: 165,941 - Reviews: 651 - Favs: 652 - Follows: 444 - Updated: 6/3/2013 - Published: 9/12/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Merlin - Not Arthur - Merlin by Weaving Bard reviews
Friendship/Bromance/Handsome Gwaine being Handsome/Arthur being Arthur/Merlin being perfect - No Slash - Complete
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Humor/Drama - Chapters: 28 - Words: 84,706 - Reviews: 90 - Favs: 75 - Follows: 64 - Updated: 5/24/2013 - Published: 3/5/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
The King's Time by chimingofthebells reviews
As Arthur lies on his deathbed, a visitor comes to him. Arthur has one last chance to set things right.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,919 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 50 - Follows: 8 - Published: 5/23/2013 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Do you want to prove your loyalty to your King? by merlinreveal3 reviews
Post-reveal. Arthur wants Merlin to prove his loyalty, but will the Warlock surivive or will his death destroy the King's mind? NOT death fict (unless you decide to stop to the first chapter). Full warnings inside (READ). Now three chapters. VERY angsty. whump!Merlin. Happy ending! I do NOT own Merlin.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 3 - Words: 10,132 - Reviews: 113 - Favs: 509 - Follows: 156 - Updated: 5/13/2013 - Published: 5/3/2013 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Yada yada yada by Shadow-StrikeRaven reviews
One-shot response to a Merlin Reveal Challenge/Prompt (Written inside). Basically, Morgana attacks (as normal) with strange creatures(which are most definitely not normal) and is thwarted by conveniant falling branches (as always) and an 'oh what the hell, I've had it' reveal... Slight crack, no angst, much amusement and Merlin gets mad... Interested? Of course you are...
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Friendship/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,096 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 192 - Follows: 58 - Published: 5/4/2013 - Arthur, Merlin, Morgana - Complete
All That Mattered by Angustias reviews
Arthur makes a terrible mistake that has lasting consequences for his sanity. "Blinded by the righteous zeal that burned in his eyes, he gave the order for the traitor to be executed, for the pyre to be lit." Rated T for safety.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Tragedy/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 823 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 57 - Follows: 15 - Published: 4/29/2013 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Safe and Sound by Katerina Riley reviews
Everything is supposed to be alright now. The world is full of magic again, Arthur doesn't hate Merlin, and there's a new little member to the Pendragon household. Why can't the world just be good from now on? Instead, Merlin gets kidnapped. Things don't end well. Warning for rape and torture. It's only frienship, not Merthur and it's obviously an AU
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,157 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 166 - Follows: 41 - Published: 4/21/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Shade of Shadow by Kalia of Camelot reviews
Starts half way through 'Lancelot du Lac' in season four, so there are some pretty huge spoilers here! The shade is more violent towards Merlin, and Arthur and Agravaine find Merlin injured instead of Gwen and Lancelot kissing. Gwen takes off the bracelet and drama ensues! Merlin whump. I own nothing. Rated T, no slash.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 16 - Words: 22,665 - Reviews: 241 - Favs: 203 - Follows: 200 - Updated: 4/13/2013 - Published: 2/6/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Insomnia by AlxM reviews
Arthur knew Merlin wasn't sleeping well, but he wasn't sure how to help him. After a long day, all Arthur wanted was to crawl into his bed and never wake up. That desire's fulfilment delays a bit, however, when he finds his manservant slumbering on the job. He can't wake him up, but too tired to take him all the way to his quarters; bed-sharing ensues. Bromantic fluff. No slash.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Friendship/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,357 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 175 - Follows: 31 - Published: 4/11/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Here Comes A Lullaby by AlxM reviews
No matter how strong a man may be; even the most powerful warlock in the entire universe needs a release from his troubles. Merlin's emancipation from the heavy burden of his destiny comes in the form of the most horrible coping mechanism; self-harming. One-shot. No slash. Bromance.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,261 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 120 - Follows: 27 - Published: 4/5/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Nimueh's Guide to Being a Successfully Evil High Priestess by eatingchocolate25 reviews
Nimueh's going to die. She knows that. The only problem is that she hasn't finished teaching her dear pupil Morgause how to be a successfully evil high priestess. So what does she do? She writes a book on it. Set in Le Morte D'Arthur (S1 E13). Two-Shot.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Parody - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,063 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 5 - Published: 4/3/2013 - Nimueh, Morgause - Complete
Alright, Fine, and Other Words of Wellness by ErinNovelist reviews
"He's taken a heavy blow to the head… He should be fine, sire, but there's no telling when he'll regain consciousness." Merlin was always alright, but this time he wasn't. In the end, the prophecy will be fulfilled, one way or another. It never said by whom. They are two sides of the same coin, after all. AU ending to 5x04 Another's Sorrow.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 8,569 - Reviews: 62 - Favs: 255 - Follows: 47 - Published: 3/31/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Too Late, Too Soon by Rehabilitated Sith reviews
::: Complete ficlet! ::: King Arthur sentences Merlin to death, strips the commoner knights of their titles and banishes Gwen. No Slash. BAMF!Merlin, *BROMANCE*
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Suspense/Drama - Chapters: 3 - Words: 19,864 - Reviews: 46 - Favs: 135 - Follows: 69 - Updated: 3/30/2013 - Published: 1/25/2013 - Merlin, Uther, Arthur, Leon - Complete
Vengeance by TheNightFury reviews
Sequel to Brothers? As everything falls into place for Merlin and Arthur, Morgana is planning Camelots demise, setting off a series of events that will test Arthur and Merlin's friendship and trust.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 18 - Words: 26,795 - Reviews: 210 - Favs: 210 - Follows: 159 - Updated: 3/25/2013 - Published: 10/15/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Beyond Recall by laurajslr reviews
After a terrible accident, Merlin is left with no memory of his time in Camelot. Separated from Arthur and all who could tell him who he is, Merlin tries to piece together his life and his loyalties. But loyalties can be influenced; lives can take very different paths to the ones they were destined for. And a lost sorcerer is a very powerful and useful weapon to have.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Angst - Chapters: 30 - Words: 136,668 - Reviews: 989 - Favs: 912 - Follows: 490 - Updated: 3/19/2013 - Published: 10/30/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
The Library by Buffy2204 reviews
Arthur starts to become agitated in his ignorance. He feels like he knows very little about his kingdom and his people. After Morgana and Agravaine's betrayal he endeavours to ensure that no one will be able to hide things from him again. He starts small (or so he thinks) with the exploration of the vaults beneath his feet. A task that no one has completed for generations
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Adventure - Chapters: 3 - Words: 12,692 - Reviews: 72 - Favs: 66 - Follows: 128 - Updated: 3/17/2013 - Published: 3/3/2013
The Order of Avalon: The Emrys Quest by Stealth Dragon reviews
All Merlin ever wanted was to be a mechanic in peace without anyone giving him grief for the magic he was born with. But his life is flipped upside down when he is sucked into an epic adventure alongside the famous protectors of the realm, The Order of Avalon, as they set out in search of the mysterious Emrys. Magic, mechanical dragons and swashbuckling abounds. Steampunk AU, Gen.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Adventure - Chapters: 11 - Words: 39,712 - Reviews: 228 - Favs: 495 - Follows: 145 - Updated: 3/13/2013 - Published: 3/4/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Sincerity by Alligates reviews
"'I'm sorry,' he said again, with so much sincerity it brought tears to Arthur's eyes as the warlock burrowed his head into his neck." Merlin, in defeating an enemy, has revealed himself to all the nobles in the throne room—including Arthur. But will the King hold his friend's life below his father's laws? Oneshot, optional slash. Warning; fluff and hair stroking.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 958 - Reviews: 44 - Favs: 238 - Follows: 48 - Published: 3/2/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Finding Merlin by Stealth Dragon reviews
Merlin has always looked out for Arthur. Now it's Arthur's turn to look out for Merlin. Modern fic. Reincarnation. Gen, friendship.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 7 - Words: 26,896 - Reviews: 237 - Favs: 560 - Follows: 191 - Updated: 3/2/2013 - Published: 2/18/2013 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
For want of a Rope by Enzonia reviews
AU tag for 5x09. When Mordred came down the cliff to help Merlin and Arthur, he might have forgotten a very important piece of equipment. And so the three of them are stuck at the bottom of a cliff with nothing to do. Arthur wasn't sure if he wanted to commit homicide or suicide. However, after Gwaine had arrived, he was definitely eaning towards murder.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Humor/Friendship - Chapters: 6 - Words: 15,761 - Reviews: 212 - Favs: 398 - Follows: 298 - Updated: 3/1/2013 - Published: 12/2/2012 - Merlin, Arthur, Mordred, Gwaine
The Princely Slave by LazurusRising238 reviews
Arthur has been missing for eight months, and only his servant hasn't given up on the chance of finding him alive. But when Merlin finally gets a lead, he realises he might already be to late to save his friend.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 30 - Words: 94,599 - Reviews: 232 - Favs: 242 - Follows: 349 - Updated: 3/1/2013 - Published: 9/8/2011 - Merlin, Arthur
When it burns, it scorches by chimingofthebells reviews
Arthur keeps seeing Merlin die, only to turn around and find him very much alive. The constant slaughter of his best friend haunts him. Warnings for violence.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Tragedy/Friendship - Chapters: 13 - Words: 47,165 - Reviews: 165 - Favs: 180 - Follows: 171 - Updated: 2/25/2013 - Published: 11/24/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Gone by Angustias reviews
Merlin and Arthur are ambushed in the woods and something goes terribly wrong. Warnings: character death
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Tragedy/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 765 - Reviews: 48 - Favs: 106 - Follows: 20 - Published: 2/23/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Dréor Hagorún – The Blood Spell by syfygal reviews
You know who Emrys is; he has been with you for many years, practicing sorcery under the King's very nose. He is known in the Prophecies as the protector of the Once and Future King. He is known to me and my kin as Emrys, the most powerful Warlock to ever have lived. He was known to the king as a lowly serving boy and he is known to you as...
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 5 - Words: 10,716 - Reviews: 30 - Favs: 39 - Follows: 63 - Updated: 2/21/2013 - Published: 1/3/2013 - Merlin, Arthur
I Can Hear Them Screaming by Rikkamaru reviews
The first time he heard them, he had startled awake, his eyes a miniature sun. "And, like children, they know not that their cries tear him apart each and every night. They cry, and cry, yearning for Merlin to come and save them from the dark." AU, Merthur pre-slash/bromance near the end.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,108 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 75 - Follows: 17 - Published: 2/19/2013 - Merlin, Arthur, Gaius - Complete
Exhausted by sarajm reviews
Merlin is exhausted. Arthur and the knights take good care of him. Friendship fic.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,187 - Reviews: 83 - Favs: 841 - Follows: 187 - Published: 2/16/2013 - Merlin - Complete
The Dragon's Mark by Stealth Dragon reviews
A band of renegade druids kidnap Merlin in order to use a dragonlord gift he never knew he had against Camelot, and end up releasing the dragon within. Gen, friendship.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 16 - Words: 47,702 - Reviews: 412 - Favs: 738 - Follows: 272 - Updated: 2/12/2013 - Published: 1/26/2013 - Merlin, The Great Dragon/Kilgharrah - Complete
Of Magic and Blankets by Webster reviews
In which Merlin is sick (and also a BAMF), Arthur is cranky, Gaius is frazzled, and there may or may not be evil sorcerers running around the citadel.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Adventure - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,818 - Reviews: 32 - Favs: 358 - Follows: 79 - Published: 2/10/2013 - Merlin, Gwaine - Complete
Memories are contrary things by Angustias reviews
Merlin stared back at Arthur, confusion and a little bit of fear clouding his face, before whispering, "Who are you?" And just like that Arthur's heart dropped straight out of his chest.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 9 - Words: 11,740 - Reviews: 194 - Favs: 212 - Follows: 220 - Updated: 2/7/2013 - Published: 1/9/2013 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Three States Of Mind by chimingofthebells reviews
A little piece of fluff! The three states of Arthur's mind as he sorts through his feelings for Merlin.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,382 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 42 - Follows: 7 - Published: 1/29/2013 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Missed Conveniences by MoonMargaret reviews
The truth of Merlin's magic can have many repercussions, and the lies and betrayals can threaten to overcome everything. But what about all of the good that he could have done? And how does Arthur feel when he sees it for himself? No spoilers for season 5, but makes sense concurrently. Possibly a series of one-shot instances of Merlin using magic in front of others.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Adventure - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,200 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 159 - Follows: 143 - Published: 1/24/2013 - Merlin, Arthur
Fata organa by Ryne42 reviews
Sometimes when they talk, Arthur has a feeling that he and Merlin are operating on completely different levels.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,191 - Reviews: 37 - Favs: 141 - Follows: 61 - Updated: 1/21/2013 - Published: 11/8/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
May He Never Change by occasionally-maybe-never reviews
'They could only watch, powerless to help.' - A veritable feast for those who indulge in Merlin!Whump, H/C, Magic reveals, bromance etc etc. Set between Series 3 and 4, so Lancelot is with us. AU from that point (because we can!). Rated for mild scenes of torture and the odd naughty word. Now with Chapter Two on it's way!
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,466 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 348 - Follows: 123 - Published: 1/19/2013 - Arthur, Merlin
Disillusionment by sfsf reviews
This is what happens when Merlin is lost. This is why destinies are never simple. - Reveal fic. Set after Series 4.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Drama - Chapters: 23 - Words: 134,205 - Reviews: 996 - Favs: 819 - Follows: 526 - Updated: 1/15/2013 - Published: 6/12/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Vengeful Truths by Jester of Fortune reviews
Sequel to Revealed Truths. Arthur and Merlin return to Camelot, ready to usher in a new age of prosperity but as ever, dark forces lurk in the shadows, threatening to destroy everything they hope to build. No slash
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Adventure - Chapters: 13 - Words: 20,008 - Reviews: 117 - Favs: 88 - Follows: 67 - Updated: 1/14/2013 - Published: 11/30/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
With Practice Comes Perfection by Bundibird reviews
It's Merlin's job to look after Arthur, certainly, but sometimes – when Arthur's sure no one (his servant especially) is watching – he likes to look after Merlin. Over the years, Arthur's gotten quite good at being sneakily affectionate. No slash. No spoilers. Sneakily fluffy. Oneshot.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Friendship/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,914 - Reviews: 91 - Favs: 653 - Follows: 96 - Published: 1/10/2013 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
To The Death by JessieJay13 reviews
An unknown knight arrives at Camelot to challenge Merlin to single combat, a fight to the death. He accepts it willingly, but will he be able to survive the duel without using his magic?
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Adventure/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,926 - Reviews: 66 - Favs: 721 - Follows: 162 - Published: 1/9/2013 - Merlin - Complete
Worth his tears by Angustias reviews
Merlin saves Arthur's life again and the prat cries. Warnings: character death
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Tragedy - Chapters: 1 - Words: 702 - Reviews: 24 - Favs: 92 - Follows: 40 - Published: 1/8/2013 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Recognise Me by EosAella reviews
Three years after Merlin was banished from Camelot Morgana once again takes the throne. With no help on the horizon Arthur and Gwaine set out to find Emrys in the hope that he will help. What they find is a bitter man who has given up on pretty much all of destiny, he seems vaguely familiar. But will he help?
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Humor - Chapters: 6 - Words: 12,338 - Reviews: 218 - Favs: 345 - Follows: 570 - Updated: 1/8/2013 - Published: 6/10/2012 - Merlin, Arthur
The Boreas Sapphire by Buffy2204 reviews
Camelot is hit by a harsh and unusually brutal winter. Merlin finds himself having to make a journey with only Gwaine for company, while Arthur remains in Camelot to help his people. As always, Merlin finds more trouble than he bargained for. Reveal!fic Arthur and Merlin friendship. No slash.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Adventure/Friendship - Chapters: 8 - Words: 50,380 - Reviews: 95 - Favs: 227 - Follows: 111 - Updated: 1/7/2013 - Published: 12/6/2012 - Complete
Achilles Heels by Ocean Mint Leaves reviews
'Prophecies do not lie.' And there is but one way to submit a man that is all powerful. BAMF! Merlin. Big Reveal Fic. No Slash.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Angst - Chapters: 4 - Words: 22,595 - Reviews: 121 - Favs: 561 - Follows: 282 - Updated: 1/6/2013 - Published: 11/26/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
After the Fall by racmrw13 reviews
Tag to 5x02 so spoilers. Arthur wakes up on a cart on his way back to Camelot and realises something... is missing. Gen/friendship/bromance. Worried/Protective!Arthur and Knights. No Character Death.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 7 - Words: 4,754 - Reviews: 127 - Favs: 216 - Follows: 290 - Updated: 1/5/2013 - Published: 10/19/2012 - Merlin, Arthur
Watching the Girls Go By by OneWonders reviews
A collection of stories about the goings on in Camelot as Arthur, Merlin and the knights set about rebuilding after Morgana's defeat at the end of season 3. Banter and bromance. Chapter 4 is now up, would you believe! The World of Good: Arthur's attempts to stamp out further mention of Boris and the Chamber Pot Incident is met with resistance.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Friendship - Chapters: 4 - Words: 12,660 - Reviews: 151 - Favs: 337 - Follows: 266 - Updated: 1/4/2013 - Published: 5/28/2011 - Merlin, Arthur
Helpless by Kalia of Camelot reviews
When Merlin jumps in front of Arthur to protect him from a spell, he is kidnapped by the evil sorceress who had tried to hit the King. Merlin eventually manages to returns to Camelot, but something is wrong. Seriously wrong. Every time the young warlock falls asleep, the torture begins again... Rated T. No slash. Merlin whump, bromance
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 8 - Words: 15,779 - Reviews: 128 - Favs: 205 - Follows: 116 - Updated: 1/2/2013 - Published: 12/27/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Sickness of the Soul by Loopstagirl reviews
He thought that he had used enough magic to cure himself of the poison before returning to Camelot. But a few days later, and Merlin realises that he was wrong. Spoilers for 5x08.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,897 - Reviews: 49 - Favs: 455 - Follows: 121 - Published: 12/27/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Hear No Evil by jaqtkd reviews
Morgana has captured Arthur and his servant again but, this time, Merlin has reached the end of his tether. (Written for 'The Holiday Exchange' (Secret Santa) at The Heart of Camelot fansite.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Fantasy/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,412 - Reviews: 43 - Favs: 204 - Follows: 77 - Published: 12/26/2012 - Morgana, Merlin - Complete
Social Networking Encourages Stalkerish Tendencies by randomirony reviews
Arthur/Merlin Modern AU. In which Merlin is an adorable nerd and Arthur becomes a bit of an internet stalker. And everyone is on tumblr.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 17,879 - Reviews: 267 - Favs: 1,163 - Follows: 313 - Updated: 12/25/2012 - Published: 10/8/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Ever in Dreams by Lilybet reviews
A curse causes Merlin to make the ultimate sacrifice, and now no one in Camelot can remember him. But when Arthur is saved from a magical monster he starts dreaming about a strange lanky boy, and can't get him out of his mind. Now featuring Gwaine. Friendship/Angst
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Suspense - Chapters: 9 - Words: 11,505 - Reviews: 104 - Favs: 147 - Follows: 128 - Updated: 12/25/2012 - Published: 10/30/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Not the Recommended Excuse by PaperGardener reviews
An alternative ending to 5x08 "The Hollow Queen" in which Daegal survives. Merlin and Daegel have a misunderstanding with Arthur. Arthur thinks he knows the real reason Merlin was missing for days and has a limp. And it's not a girl.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,129 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 81 - Follows: 19 - Published: 12/24/2012 - Merlin, Daegal - Complete
Falling With Style by Anonymous-cat reviews
In the middle of winter, Merlin accidentally invents a new sport.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Friendship/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 859 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 85 - Follows: 12 - Published: 12/23/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Good King by Gandalf3213 reviews
On the night Merlin died, Arthur saw the ghost of Good King Wenceslas from his bedroom window. This night also happened to be Christmas Eve.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,163 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 54 - Follows: 8 - Published: 12/18/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
These Waters Shall Bring Me Home by Taneya reviews
Merlin doesn't take kindly to being forgotten, Mordred has an epiphany, and Arthur just does his best. AU ending to 5x09 "With All My Heart".
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Spiritual - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,131 - Reviews: 68 - Favs: 228 - Follows: 101 - Published: 12/16/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
All The King's Horses And All The King's Men by QueenMegaera reviews
"Rumours" part II. (Slowly being edited) King Arthur and Queen Guinevere are loved by the people, The Knights of The Round Table are becoming legends, and the king's manservant is stumbling his way through Camelot as always. The King is on his throne and all is well. Until the rumours start ... (A/M)
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 62 - Words: 146,615 - Reviews: 1220 - Favs: 1,055 - Follows: 791 - Updated: 12/6/2012 - Published: 5/2/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Six of One by mollrach13 reviews
History repeats itself. Arthur and his Queen cannot have children, they turn to Mordred, a child of the Druids, and seek their answer in magic. They trade a life for a life. The Queen is ready and willing to make the sacrifice for the future of Camelot. But magic never weaves straight. Hurt!Merlin, Character Death.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Tragedy/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 9,940 - Reviews: 70 - Favs: 456 - Follows: 110 - Published: 12/6/2012 - Merlin, Mordred - Complete
An Interesting Morning by CreateImagineWrite reviews
In which Merlin is terrifying, Percival is frightened into hiding, Arthur is knocked around, and Gwaine turns down a bet that involves mead. Le gasp! What horror is this! Oneshot. No slash, unless you're super determined to see it.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,272 - Reviews: 57 - Favs: 355 - Follows: 72 - Published: 12/5/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
The Past Is Key by BlueDragonRising reviews
With the future of Albion at stake, a young witch decides to show Arthur and the Round Table the truth about Merlin's magic and it's involvement in their adventures. As more secrets come to light, will friendship prevail over prejudice? Post S4, Plz R&R
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Adventure - Chapters: 13 - Words: 126,241 - Reviews: 663 - Favs: 1,137 - Follows: 1,270 - Updated: 12/1/2012 - Published: 3/19/2012
Revealed Truths by Jester of Fortune reviews
Following the events of Hidden Truths, Arthur and the knights travel to Nemeth's aid, while Merlin struggles against overwhelming odds to keep the king safe. Will he succeed or will the dream of Albion crumble to dust? No slash.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Angst - Chapters: 22 - Words: 32,900 - Reviews: 191 - Favs: 152 - Follows: 109 - Updated: 11/29/2012 - Published: 10/25/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Each Step by Fyoex reviews
Prequel to The Same Stars. Even though he was now blind, Merlin was not broken. He never lost hope, hope that he would return home to Camelot, and be with Arthur once again. One-shot with a sequel? Slightly whumpish Blind!Merlin, slight angst, slavery, no slash (sorry). Oh and Merlin can sing.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,220 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 193 - Follows: 51 - Updated: 11/29/2012 - Published: 11/26/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
The Same Stars by Fyoex reviews
Sequel to Each Step. After so long as a 'pet' to King Lucan, being back home in Camelot felt like a true blessing. But it seems the tricky dragon has an everlasting gift to give. Sequel one-shot? Previous slavery, slight angst, humour. Platonic love only! (Unless you squint)
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,186 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 147 - Follows: 22 - Published: 11/29/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Our Brother's Keeper by OneDarkandStormyNight reviews
Gift fic for carinims01, who requested that Merlin have a nightmare during a bad storm and Arthur be there to comfort him. Featuring sick/scared Merlin and worried/protective Arthur. Set after my fic The Voice in the Dream.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 3 - Words: 12,065 - Reviews: 53 - Favs: 263 - Follows: 76 - Updated: 11/27/2012 - Published: 10/28/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
A Fresh Perspective by dr4g0ngrl reviews
De-aged!Merlin, Caring!Arthur, Caring!Knights, Reveal!Fic. If that doesn't say it all, Merlin is turned into a child by ex-druids bent on raising "Emrys" to be their weapon to free magic. Plot is actually just an excuse to write Merlin-as-a-kid fluff. SPOILERS for S4. Set during S4, after episode #whatever, when Elyan is ... you know.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Humor - Chapters: 14 - Words: 63,017 - Reviews: 744 - Favs: 4,260 - Follows: 1,267 - Updated: 11/26/2012 - Published: 9/3/2012 - Merlin - Complete
How to Burn by SketchySituation reviews
Arthur felt himself fill with dread. "What do you mean?" he asked looking towards the burning 'witch' on the pyre, flames now licking at her thigh's. She was screaming and yanking at the chains. "I meant exactly what I said." replied 'Merlin', smirking evily, "Just a simple switching spell and, well, poor Merlin up there looks like he's having such a blast." / Four-shot, Friendship
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Tragedy/Friendship - Chapters: 3 - Words: 4,859 - Reviews: 43 - Favs: 87 - Follows: 123 - Updated: 11/23/2012 - Published: 8/6/2012 - Merlin, Arthur
The Green Knight by Jester of Fortune reviews
A mysterious knight appears in Camelot, demanding Gwaine honour the terms of a challenge made long ago. Reluctantly, Arthur, Merlin and the rest of the knights accompany their friend to the appointed location where the challenge is set but what follows none of them could have predicted. No slash.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 8 - Words: 13,475 - Reviews: 50 - Favs: 85 - Follows: 45 - Updated: 11/20/2012 - Published: 11/8/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Disintegration by Ryne42 reviews
An AU of 4x07 in which Agravaine successfully kills Gaius. Dark!Merlin. Rated T for descriptions of violence.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,092 - Reviews: 48 - Favs: 246 - Follows: 63 - Published: 11/15/2012 - Merlin - Complete
I'll Carry You ('Til You Carry On) by Ultra-Geek reviews
By the time Arthur catches up, Merlin's been in enemy hands for three full days.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,401 - Reviews: 129 - Favs: 888 - Follows: 191 - Published: 11/14/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Shaggable by Autumdragon reviews
Of Merlin in purple and ass-flattering jeans and made up words and Arthur deluding himself into believing that it is, in fact, innocent to fantasize about your best friend and he's not at all gay. Except when he is. Merthur Slash oneshot
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,525 - Reviews: 52 - Favs: 371 - Follows: 66 - Updated: 11/11/2012 - Published: 11/6/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
The Ciarcrôin by Ash9 reviews
"Slowly, inexorably…it slouched toward the place where magic lived-aching, trembling, dreaming of satiated bliss." A horror fic in three parts Warning: violence, gore
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Horror/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 3 - Words: 8,067 - Reviews: 44 - Favs: 122 - Follows: 25 - Updated: 11/3/2012 - Published: 10/30/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
You were gone? by Enzonia reviews
Spoilers for 5:02. Merlin leaves after talking to the Diarmair. and finds that the knights might have missed his absence. Merlin is less then pleased with this revelation. Friend-Abandoning prats get what's coming for them! Now a two-shot! Yay!
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Humor/Friendship - Chapters: 2 - Words: 3,885 - Reviews: 33 - Favs: 159 - Follows: 58 - Updated: 11/2/2012 - Published: 10/19/2012 - Merlin, Gwaine - Complete
Homecoming by RocknVaughn reviews
Sometimes temptation gets the better of even Emrys. Spoilers for 5X03.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Supernatural - Chapters: 2 - Words: 3,345 - Reviews: 43 - Favs: 174 - Follows: 64 - Published: 11/1/2012 - Merlin, Balinor - Complete
The Tomb by Stealth Dragon reviews
There's a reason they say the Valley is cursed. Gen. Friendship. Merlin, Arthur and the knights.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Horror - Chapters: 7 - Words: 18,663 - Reviews: 164 - Favs: 371 - Follows: 130 - Updated: 10/31/2012 - Published: 10/24/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Hidden Truths by Jester of Fortune reviews
A peacekeeping mission to a neighbouring kingdom does not go as planned and forces Arthur to accept help from an unlikely source. No slash.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Friendship - Chapters: 11 - Words: 23,524 - Reviews: 68 - Favs: 183 - Follows: 88 - Updated: 10/25/2012 - Published: 8/18/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Shredding Destiny by Ash9 reviews
sequel to Burning Bridges- "This hill is a sacred place. Do not cross into that ring, and warn the people away. They must not interrupt the work of the gods..."
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 8 - Words: 34,487 - Reviews: 140 - Favs: 279 - Follows: 159 - Updated: 10/20/2012 - Published: 6/24/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Frozen Hearts by Ulura reviews
'"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 - Rated: T - English - Tragedy/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,921 - Reviews: 92 - Favs: 394 - Follows: 81 - Published: 10/20/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Brothers? by TheNightFury reviews
Sequel to Unexpected. Uther sends Arthur Merlin and the knights to make a treaty with King Harding, whose son is known for his hate towards servants. Arthur trying to protect Merlin tells them that Uther didn't have another daughter but a son Merlin...
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Family/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 27 - Words: 32,844 - Reviews: 283 - Favs: 450 - Follows: 192 - Updated: 10/17/2012 - Published: 8/31/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
The Pink Slip by Revhead reviews
After a patrol nearly ends in disaster, Arthur decides that he has to sack Merlin. Can Gwen get to the root of what happened, and will anyone be able to change Arthur's mind?
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,985 - Reviews: 31 - Favs: 233 - Follows: 31 - Published: 10/15/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Catharsis by Bottled Sunshine reviews
Merlin tells Arthur the real reason he should be exiled. Although honestly, how dare Arthur even threaten it? Reveal one-shot which just became a two-shot. Alternate scene for 4.11.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 2 - Words: 1,375 - Reviews: 44 - Favs: 113 - Follows: 65 - Updated: 10/9/2012 - Published: 12/13/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Desolation by heartacheinn reviews
His people? Slaughtered. His lands? Stolen. His soldiers? Slain. There was no redemption, no salvation, and no deliverance. Arthur believes that all is lost, until he sights a familiar figure standing on a nearly ledge. Oneshot.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,479 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 19 - Follows: 3 - Published: 10/9/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
This Lie Will Set You Free by starwater13 reviews
Arthur, Merlin and the knights of the Round Table are imprisoned by the new King of Escetia. How many lies will Merlin have to tell to save them? A twoshot, somewhat dark reveal!fic with a twist, told from Gwaine's POV. Set after S4.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 2 - Words: 9,881 - Reviews: 110 - Favs: 321 - Follows: 96 - Updated: 10/8/2012 - Published: 9/10/2012 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwaine - Complete
One Day You'll Understand (and One Day Arthur Does) by Wolf-of-dragon13 reviews
"One day you will learn, Arthur. One day you will understand…just how much they've done for you." In which, after Merlin goes back to divert Agravaine in the tunnels, Arthur remembers, and turns back too. SLASH, MERTHUR, LANGUAGE
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,010 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 280 - Follows: 55 - Published: 9/29/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Emrys Is Dead by JustYourAverageWhovian reviews
One shot inspired by the 'Harry Potter is dead.' scene in Deathly Hallows. A battle is raging in Camelot, and only one person can save them. Reveal!fic, character death, severe angst and bromance.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Adventure/Suspense - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,196 - Reviews: 69 - Favs: 464 - Follows: 117 - Published: 9/28/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Potion of Love by van-maniac reviews
Arthur was the most eligible bachelor in Camelot. A village girl wants to become queen and with the help of a sorceress she sets her plan in motion slipping him a love potion, but what will happen if it doesn't go quite as expected? Slash/Merthur
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 25 - Words: 84,666 - Reviews: 268 - Favs: 557 - Follows: 269 - Updated: 9/27/2012 - Published: 1/18/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Burning Bridges by Ash9 reviews
Post Series 4. Arthur is a happily married king; Camelot is finally at peace; And Merlin is...outside the king's quarters nervously considering his options. His guilty conscience just won't leave him alone. Is it finally time to reveal his secret? Complete! *SEQUEL Shredding Destiny NOW POSTED*
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 2 - Words: 8,217 - Reviews: 59 - Favs: 280 - Follows: 76 - Updated: 9/19/2012 - Published: 2/12/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
For the Love of Rubbish Servants by Stealth Dragon reviews
Merlin has taken off, Arthur isn't happy. A sort-of tag to the season four finale. Gen. Friendship.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Friendship/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,187 - Reviews: 44 - Favs: 359 - Follows: 51 - Published: 9/14/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Shell Shocked by PagieThePanda reviews
After a failed kidnap attempt, Merlin begins acting strangely. As Arthur and the others try to figure out what really happened that night, dangerous attacks begin on Camelot. Will Arthur ever discover what's wrong with his servant, or will this just be another one of Merlin's secrets? No slash.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Adventure/Mystery - Chapters: 18 - Words: 64,456 - Reviews: 569 - Favs: 658 - Follows: 291 - Updated: 9/8/2012 - Published: 7/27/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Burn by LazurusRising238 reviews
The darkness had consumed him, he had given in. Only one thing still made his humanity burn bright and strong, and no matter what happened, he was not going to lose that one thing.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,153 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 16 - Follows: 2 - Published: 9/7/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Where We Overlap by Jad fic reviews
Merlin must truly believe he's an idiot if he thinks Arthur doesn't know his secret. The trick will be getting Merlin to admit it. But Arthur has a plan, and as far as he's concerned, Destiny can kiss his royal arse. [pre-s3, magic!reveal]
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 11,004 - Reviews: 38 - Favs: 545 - Follows: 87 - Published: 9/3/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
The Voice in the Dream by OneDarkandStormyNight reviews
Merlin, calling himself Colin James in this lifetime, has been lost, alone, and searching for purpose since the death of Arthur a thousand years ago. When Mordred and Morgana suddenly appear, reborn, his loneliness and despair draw him to the bargain they offer: the end of his immortality for Excalibur. Little does he know, Arthur Gregory is a young London heir with strange dreams.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Fantasy - Chapters: 8 - Words: 94,665 - Reviews: 139 - Favs: 260 - Follows: 69 - Updated: 9/1/2012 - Published: 7/19/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
The Dying Type by Spinesless reviews
Merlin tries to end his life for unknown reasons. Arthur swears they should have seen some sort of self-destructive signs, but what if there hadn't been any? Contains attempted suicide, mentions of self harm.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 4 - Words: 8,408 - Reviews: 68 - Favs: 279 - Follows: 126 - Updated: 8/29/2012 - Published: 8/10/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
On Stone Knives and Silence by macrauchenia reviews
Mordred and Morgause continued to repeat the first phrase like a broken mantra. Morgana's voice was clear and unwavering as she began the second and last part of the ritual. Arthur couldn't catch any of the words she said over the roar of the wind, the dying coughs of Merlin, and the loud background chanting of the other two sorcerers. -Merlin!Whump- -Character Death- -Angst-
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Tragedy/Angst - Chapters: 2 - Words: 5,261 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 43 - Follows: 16 - Updated: 8/27/2012 - Published: 8/26/2012 - Arthur, Merlin
The End Is Only the Beginning by CreateImagineWrite reviews
Merlin is forced to reveal his magic to protect Arthur and Camelot from a vengeful sorcerer who knows who he truly is. Set sometime after Season 4. No slash.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Adventure/Angst - Chapters: 24 - Words: 40,236 - Reviews: 409 - Favs: 737 - Follows: 332 - Updated: 8/27/2012 - Published: 7/12/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Just a Servant by Gandalf3213 reviews
An incident in a town brings up a fact Arthur had long tried to ignore: his kingdom had a deep-seated prejudice against servants. More than that, Merlin had been involved in this cycle of abuse under Arthur's nose and he hadn't noticed.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 7 - Words: 19,372 - Reviews: 223 - Favs: 863 - Follows: 305 - Updated: 8/25/2012 - Published: 6/8/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
The Words by Ulura reviews
Slight AU. In which Arthur and the knighst discover that Merlin was once in love and somebody very close to him killed her. The knights are deterimined to find out who this "Freya" was. Spoilers for The Lady of the Lake. One shot, might add another chapter if it's wanted.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Tragedy - Chapters: 2 - Words: 4,312 - Reviews: 229 - Favs: 1,366 - Follows: 632 - Updated: 8/25/2012 - Published: 8/12/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Hidden Motives by laurajslr reviews
On waking with no memory of the previous night, Merlin finds himself accused of Arthur's attempted murder. With all evidence pointing to him and no way to disprove it, Merlin must face the possibility that he is now a threat to the Once and Future King.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Adventure - Chapters: 28 - Words: 103,354 - Reviews: 516 - Favs: 453 - Follows: 185 - Updated: 8/9/2012 - Published: 5/8/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Grey Marsh by Jester of Fortune reviews
Travelling to help a small village in the middle of a harsh winter does not go as expected for Arthur and Merlin and leads to a horrific encounter which they may not survive. No slash.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Horror - Chapters: 11 - Words: 16,279 - Reviews: 64 - Favs: 71 - Follows: 34 - Updated: 8/7/2012 - Published: 6/30/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Untill I'm whole again by floating fog reviews
Merlin has been caught and Arthur does the only thing he can do.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 822 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 76 - Follows: 15 - Published: 8/7/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
One Kiss by chimingofthebells reviews
Merlin is unconscious, having fallen prey to some kind of curse. Only a kiss from his one true love can revive him, otherwise he is doomed. One-shot.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,862 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 172 - Follows: 29 - Published: 8/6/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Smart Mouth by Fr333bird reviews
Arthur isn't fond of Merlin's neckerchiefs, and one day he finds a new use for them. Canon era, adult content.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,223 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 261 - Follows: 50 - Published: 8/5/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
After Ealdor by finn1013 reviews
There's a fine line between good and evil, and Merlin wonders if he's crossed it. Angst. Missing scenes from 4.13, or AU within the episode itself. No slash.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Angst - Chapters: 9 - Words: 36,867 - Reviews: 401 - Favs: 745 - Follows: 276 - Updated: 7/31/2012 - Published: 5/18/2012 - Merlin, Arthur, Gwen/Guinevere, Gaius - Complete
Unbeatable Move by Smoochynose reviews
Arthur has an Unbeatable Move. With it he can win any battle.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Humor/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 292 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 93 - Follows: 13 - Published: 7/29/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
First Impressions by Kissy Fishy reviews
Harry is not impressed with Merlin. At all.
Crossover - Harry Potter & Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 340 - Reviews: 60 - Favs: 276 - Follows: 53 - Published: 7/27/2012 - Harry P. - Complete
Oubliette by SGE reviews
When Arthur discovers Merlin's magic, he consigns him to the horrors of Camelot's deepest dungeon. But when a curse strikes at the heart of the kingdom, can the King repair the damage he's done, and can Merlin find his way back from the darkness. Post season 4, canon relationships, no slash.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 4 - Words: 14,223 - Reviews: 168 - Favs: 428 - Follows: 202 - Updated: 7/24/2012 - Published: 7/2/2012 - Arthur, Merlin
Because Someone Has To by Stealth Dragon reviews
Merlin is sick and Arthur checks on him... not because he's worried, of course. Gen. Friendship.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,542 - Reviews: 52 - Favs: 366 - Follows: 60 - Published: 7/23/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
The Conversation by PagieThePanda reviews
Set post-reveal, whenever that will be, no slash, first fanfic ever! Merlin and Arthur have a long awaited conversation, and Arthur comes to an interesting conclusion. "Merlin, have I ever defeated a magical creature? Unaided?"
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Humor/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 670 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 124 - Follows: 22 - Published: 7/22/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
To Kiss a Frog by CreateImagineWrite reviews
Merlin feels taken for granted and gets upset with Arthur, who constantly expects his Court Sorcerer to perform the impossible. Merlin loses control of his powers, and ends up accidentally turning his King into a frog. One-shot. I suppose it could possibly, maybe be taken as slash.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,375 - Reviews: 34 - Favs: 157 - Follows: 34 - Published: 7/20/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Destiny by rizandace reviews
Sequel to my story "Connected!" Arthur knows about Merlin's magic, but their problems aren't over yet. There are dissenters stirring up trouble in the palace, and new magical threats outside the walls as well. Rated T
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 35 - Words: 39,681 - Reviews: 410 - Favs: 171 - Follows: 123 - Updated: 7/15/2012 - Published: 4/24/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
I get knocked down by Ryne42 reviews
Merlin and Gwen get extremely, inadvisably drunk. Set post-series 4.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,461 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 134 - Follows: 31 - Published: 7/13/2012 - Gwen/Guinevere, Merlin - Complete
A Convenient Death by NativeStar reviews
Spoilers for 4x11. Written for the prompt: Agravaine now knows Merlin suspects his betrayal, so he is going to silence him. Meanwhile, Arthur starts realizing something smells fishy about his uncle.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 4 - Words: 5,617 - Reviews: 120 - Favs: 342 - Follows: 199 - Updated: 7/7/2012 - Published: 7/2/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
They Say It's Your Birthday by 96 Hubbles reviews
Stuff happens. Some funny and some terrible. I cordially invite you to read and find out. Warnings: some language and a spoiler for episode 4x03 in the first chapter.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 9 - Words: 32,832 - Reviews: 206 - Favs: 557 - Follows: 177 - Updated: 7/2/2012 - Published: 4/2/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Strictly a Bromance by heartacheinn reviews
"It is impossible," he said in a strangled voice, "for two perfectly heterosexual men to have a relationship without secretly pining for each other in the beauty of the moonlight?" / Or, why Arthur and Merlin hate when people think they're more than just friends. Slight crack. No slash, obviously.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,264 - Reviews: 33 - Favs: 158 - Follows: 18 - Published: 6/30/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Darkest Day, Blackest Knight by BloodFromTheThorn reviews
Merlin's life is just one disaster after another. He should have known that getting kidnapped by bandits would be just his luck. No Slash, no pairings. Post Season 2. Under Edit.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 15 - Words: 31,822 - Reviews: 217 - Favs: 328 - Follows: 264 - Updated: 6/27/2012 - Published: 5/22/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Father's Tale by Autumdragon reviews
"Merlin. What was your Father like?" There was no denying the crack in Merlin's voice. Arthur was stunned when a wave of realization and dread washed over him. oneshot.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 859 - Reviews: 57 - Favs: 281 - Follows: 65 - Updated: 6/25/2012 - Published: 10/19/2010 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Daughter of Erebus by Tipper reviews
As Arthur struggles to prove his authority with the High Council of Lords after Agravaine's betrayal and Gwen tries to get used to being Queen, a band of professional thieves plot to steal the gold from Camelot's vaults, and Merlin, naturally, gets stuck right smack in the middle. post S4 fic.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Adventure - Chapters: 9 - Words: 49,014 - Reviews: 193 - Favs: 245 - Follows: 109 - Updated: 6/17/2012 - Published: 6/3/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Dark Thoughts by Stealth Dragon reviews
Merlin can temporarily read minds. He really wishes he couldn't. Hurt!Merlin. Protective and BAMF Arthur. Friendship.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,965 - Reviews: 107 - Favs: 1,341 - Follows: 225 - Published: 6/16/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Fisticuffs by llLethell reviews
When Agravaine interrogates Merlin about Emrys, he did not expect his anger to get the better of him. Nor did he anticipate Sir Percival seeing, a severely broken jaw, or an extremely unimpressed king. No slash.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,894 - Reviews: 143 - Favs: 1,762 - Follows: 370 - Published: 6/15/2012 - Complete
Can't Get Rid of Me by Revhead reviews
Arthur finds out the truth, and banishes Merlin from Camelot. But he discovers that he can't get rid of Merlin that easily.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,410 - Reviews: 47 - Favs: 494 - Follows: 102 - Published: 6/11/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Please, Just Kill me by Spinesless reviews
When Arthur is possessed by a brutal entity, it uses him to get to Merlin and beat him into submission. Merlin only cares about saving the Prince, but can he save him self? Whump.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 4 - Words: 6,138 - Reviews: 54 - Favs: 207 - Follows: 93 - Updated: 6/8/2012 - Published: 5/28/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Measure of a Man by Stealth Dragon reviews
"The measure of a man wasn't always revealed in the heart of battle. More often than not, Lancelot had come to realize, it was revealed in the tests you wouldn't have dreamed possible in a million years." Gen. Friendship. Hurt Merlin and protective knights.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Family - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,220 - Reviews: 57 - Favs: 705 - Follows: 143 - Published: 6/1/2012 - Merlin, Lancelot - Complete
Revelations by carinims01 reviews
One-Shot...Morgana learns from Mordred Emrys' true identity and takes it upon herself to reveal his secret to everyone. What will happen? And how will Merlin pull through this one? Set after S4. Reveal fic! NO SLASH!
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Drama/Suspense - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,503 - Reviews: 70 - Favs: 508 - Follows: 114 - Published: 6/1/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Dragonlord? by Volcanic Plug reviews
A dragon arrives unexpectedly and Merlin has some explaining to do...
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 656 - Reviews: 148 - Favs: 603 - Follows: 106 - Published: 5/27/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Spare me your dreams by Ryne42 reviews
A short scene that takes place immediately before the opening of The Last Dragonlord. "I dream about it sometimes," he said quietly. "Burning. I've dreamt of burning... many times. For a long time."
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,719 - Reviews: 53 - Favs: 351 - Follows: 53 - Published: 5/24/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
The Ice Palace by jaqtkd reviews
Camelot is freezing - quite literally - My first multi-parter, set after series 3. Includes Powerful!Merlin, magic reveals & light romance. Edited May 2012.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Fantasy - Chapters: 15 - Words: 32,781 - Reviews: 221 - Favs: 516 - Follows: 122 - Updated: 5/19/2012 - Published: 12/19/2010 - Merlin - Complete
Pick Your Poison by Kitty O reviews
Between Merlin and Morgana, Camelot's poison supplies have been depleted. Not even any crushed glass. Ficlet. No slash. Gaius-centric!
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 237 - Reviews: 31 - Favs: 132 - Follows: 23 - Published: 5/15/2012 - Gaius, Merlin - Complete
You Drained My Heart And Made a Spade by KeiranEmrys reviews
Desperate to keep his head and body intact, Merlin flees Camelot, Arthur and his Knights not far behind. But Arthur is willing to go to great lengths to get Merlin back with him, though not for the reasons anyone suspects.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 10,596 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 392 - Follows: 76 - Published: 5/7/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Past and Present Danger by laurajslr reviews
Unable to match Merlin's power, Morgana tries to take her revenge by killing Arthur and Merlin as children. But when her plan goes awry, King and Warlock must find a way of correcting time before their past, and present, disappear altogether.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Adventure - Chapters: 32 - Words: 126,189 - Reviews: 324 - Favs: 433 - Follows: 137 - Updated: 5/7/2012 - Published: 12/31/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
On the Brink by RoninSenshi reviews
Bright crimson was seeping through his blue shirt. He convulsed as if to wretch, and Arthur's sword sliced upwards an inch. Though his breath had stopped, his heart was working more furiously than it had his entire life. Angsty/fluff, Merthur shipping.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 6 - Words: 8,110 - Reviews: 72 - Favs: 328 - Follows: 169 - Updated: 5/6/2012 - Published: 7/6/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Enough by EasilyObsessed8408 reviews
Merlin had given up, and was ready to take the final leap. Except for Arthur wouldn't let him. T rated for a failed suicide attempt. Pre-slash probably. Set somewhere in season three xx
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,092 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 138 - Follows: 42 - Published: 5/5/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Necessary by twilightHDfan reviews
After being threatened and not trusted one too many times, Merlin cracks and leaves. Arthur slowly starts to realise that he may miss his ex-manservant more than he misses Gwen. SLASH. ONE-SHOT
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,869 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 379 - Follows: 82 - Published: 4/30/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Daisies in Winter by Princess Alyra reviews
Merlin's been acting off lately; Arthur blames it on a secret addiction. What kind of addiction, he doesn't know, but he's determined to find out. Reveal fic.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,053 - Reviews: 38 - Favs: 241 - Follows: 43 - Published: 4/28/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Mine by 0HappyEverAfter0 reviews
Arthur thinks Merlin has taken a lover and is overcome with jealousy. He follows Merlin one night, only to see him speak to Kilgharrah and his magic is revealed. Will Arthur's love allow him to see past it, or is it one betrayal too far? Slash.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,906 - Reviews: 30 - Favs: 363 - Follows: 82 - Published: 4/27/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Pyre Sweat Dark Fire Dawn by inlovewithpadfoot reviews
Long summary is long because it is from a KMM prompt. Gist of it is: Four times Arthur almost told Merlin he loved him, and the one time he actually did.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,858 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 42 - Follows: 5 - Published: 4/25/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Melon Folly and the Infinite Strangeness by She's a Star reviews
In which Morgana's evil plan to bring down Camelot with a love spell does not go exactly according to plan, and Merlin is suddenly getting a lot of attention from Arthur. A highly serious series 3 AU adventure.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,235 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 82 - Follows: 16 - Published: 4/22/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Faded Memories by BloodFromTheThorn reviews
Merlin had never thought that Arthur would forget him. But he did. And it's killing him. No slash.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,729 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 160 - Follows: 24 - Published: 4/19/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Red Sky by Buzzkill15 reviews
Merlin is trying hard to keep things the same as before after the castle is regained from Morgana. But can he keep it up?
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 7 - Words: 8,785 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 87 - Follows: 44 - Updated: 4/18/2012 - Published: 4/5/2012 - Merlin - Complete
Emrys Revealed by Volcanic Plug reviews
Morgana will kill Arthur unless Emrys reveals himself. So he does.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,280 - Reviews: 449 - Favs: 2,105 - Follows: 441 - Published: 4/12/2012 - Merlin - Complete
Searching for Emrys by EosAella reviews
Morgana may be gone, but that doesn't mean she hasn't caused Merlin a whole heap of trouble. With the whole of Camelot searching for the mysterious Emrys how long can he stay hidden? And how long will Morgana stay dead for? Because she just won't die!
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Humor/Friendship - Chapters: 10 - Words: 9,494 - Reviews: 132 - Favs: 429 - Follows: 163 - Updated: 4/11/2012 - Published: 2/4/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
The Precious of Gaia by Tonzura123 reviews
Merlin cannot move when made of stone, but the faint light and witching eyes make it seem like he almost might... AU. Heroic!Arthur. No slash.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Fantasy/Friendship - Chapters: 3 - Words: 8,388 - Reviews: 35 - Favs: 42 - Follows: 38 - Updated: 4/9/2012 - Published: 12/20/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Stitches by DRACON1US reviews
How do you keep a sorcerer in prison? Cenred gets creatively cruel when he takes Merlin prisoner. Arthur has to save him, but he can only do so much with the battered state he finds Merlin in. Warning: some disturbing content
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 9 - Words: 24,527 - Reviews: 212 - Favs: 211 - Follows: 355 - Updated: 4/4/2012 - Published: 12/27/2011 - Arthur, Merlin
Unoriginality by EosAella reviews
Uther's magic hating speeches. Sorcerer's Uther hating speeches. Frankly Merlin was getting bored with the unoriginality. Includes a little Bamf!Merlin and is verging on Crack!fic also a sort of Reveal!fic. No slash.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Humor/Parody - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,534 - Reviews: 127 - Favs: 618 - Follows: 161 - Published: 4/1/2012 - Merlin, Uther - Complete
Shock by Loopstagirl reviews
Arthur may have been trained to kill since birth, but Merlin hadn't. And sometimes, things get a little much. That's when a friend is needed.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,395 - Reviews: 43 - Favs: 368 - Follows: 51 - Published: 3/29/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
For Your Life by Jissai reviews
Merlin bargains for his life.Noncon, slavery & Stockholm Syndrome.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Suspense - Chapters: 2 - Words: 3,813 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 51 - Follows: 68 - Updated: 3/27/2012 - Published: 3/26/2012 - Merlin, Uther
The AntiDruids by EosAella reviews
When Merlin and Arthur are cornered by some 'anti-druids' in the forest they explain that they take a more active role in life and will do so until Emrys comes along. Then when they don't believe Merlin is Emrys it begins to get awkward... No Slash.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Supernatural - Chapters: 1 - Words: 913 - Reviews: 16 - Favs: 158 - Follows: 38 - Published: 3/25/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
What's in a Name? by Sydelle Rein reviews
"His name's not even Merlin!" Arthur shouted, rounding on his servant again, jabbing a finger in his direction. Merlin flinched. / Arthur's discovered something. And he's not happy about it. No slash.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,593 - Reviews: 259 - Favs: 2,715 - Follows: 493 - Published: 3/24/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
My Bond by Ash9 reviews
alt. fic for Series 4, ep. 5 My Father's Son- In the actual episode, Queen Annis was awfully accomodating. What if she were a bit harder to persuade? What if she were not so noble, and slightly more ambitious? Complete!
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Drama - Chapters: 7 - Words: 20,453 - Reviews: 158 - Favs: 420 - Follows: 149 - Updated: 3/19/2012 - Published: 2/14/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Five More Minutes by Rikkamaru reviews
A light-hearted one-shot where Merlin is actually on time for once and Arthur seeks revenge. Fluff, cuddling, and Merthur pre-slash.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 505 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 102 - Follows: 13 - Published: 3/19/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Just Before the Dawn, aka The Moment by OneDarkandStormyNight reviews
Merlin has dreamed of this moment since he discovered his destiny. As Camelot is once again on the verge of falling, he has no choice but to reveal what he is to Arthur...no matter if either of them is prepared to face the reality of it. Big Reveal fic.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Suspense - Chapters: 4 - Words: 17,583 - Reviews: 144 - Favs: 604 - Follows: 191 - Updated: 3/13/2012 - Published: 2/20/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Stupidly Loyal and Loyally Stupid by EosAella reviews
Because we all know it, if Arthur sentenced Merlin to death he would escape. He wouldn't stay because of some stupid sense of loyalty. Would he? A story written to mock.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,387 - Reviews: 36 - Favs: 143 - Follows: 40 - Published: 3/8/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
How to Snooze with your Manservant by ceeebee reviews
Merlin shuffled in his sleep a little, nosing at his thin pillow, wiry arms curling around his torso, in a subconscious effort to keep warm. Or become warm, seeing as Arthur doubted there was any heat in the boy's body to start with, sleeping in here.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,284 - Reviews: 29 - Favs: 303 - Follows: 42 - Published: 3/6/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Breaking Point by tailor31415 reviews
Merlin finally gives up all hope of ever being accepted by Arthur for who he truly is. - Warnings: Attempted Suicide and blood/violence - Magic Reveal fic
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Tragedy/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 8,756 - Reviews: 85 - Favs: 838 - Follows: 148 - Published: 2/25/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
What Goes Around by MoonMargaret reviews
Everyone expects Merlin's secret to come out in the heat of battle or saving Camelot.What if it happens on the most normal of days?And what if that makes it worse than it ever could've been? Set after 4x13 in a time of love, loss, & always laughter.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Drama - Chapters: 25 - Words: 112,058 - Reviews: 496 - Favs: 679 - Follows: 334 - Updated: 2/23/2012 - Published: 1/3/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Friendship is the Best Medicine by Lyrical Liquorice reviews
When Arthur gets sick, and Merlin's left to look after him, Merlin inevitably gets sick. Arthur takes special care of his servant. The writing equivalent to doodling. Sick!Arthur Sick!Merlin Caring!Arthur
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,974 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 232 - Follows: 42 - Published: 2/23/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Sharing Takes Practice by sunshineofthespotlessmind reviews
In the weeks after the wedding Gwen sees far more than Merlin would like, and finally realises that Arthur doesn't just belong to her, after all. Merlin/Arthur/Gwen.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,220 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 15 - Follows: 8 - Published: 2/18/2012 - Merlin, Arthur
Hurt by Kiva Taliana reviews
Arthur dismisses Merlin as insignificant, Merlin is hurt, and Arthur realises that is not the way to protect his servant.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 5 - Words: 5,996 - Reviews: 82 - Favs: 368 - Follows: 180 - Updated: 2/14/2012 - Published: 9/21/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
A Journey Destined, A Journey Forgotten by sfsf reviews
Arthur, Merlin and the knights end up in the future, where they discover many things are different. When an old enemy strikes, the only way for the future to survive is for the past to save it... Spoilers for series 4, Canon up to 4x09, AU from then on
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Adventure/Suspense - Chapters: 18 - Words: 32,170 - Reviews: 204 - Favs: 562 - Follows: 175 - Updated: 2/12/2012 - Published: 1/6/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Fear of the Dark by llLethell reviews
Morgana plans to enact complete revenge against Merlin, unknowingly setting off paths of destiny. Emrys will be the one needed to vanquish the evil she unleashes. Old enemies resurface and new ones emerge. And allies will be needed in Emrys' dark hour. Sequel to The King's Legacy.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 20 - Words: 97,531 - Reviews: 450 - Favs: 516 - Follows: 162 - Updated: 2/10/2012 - Published: 12/25/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Popcorn, Shields and a Little Black Box by EosAella reviews
So this is another one of those 'when they watch the series' stories. But I would like to think this one's unique in it's own special way...
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 686 - Reviews: 12 - Favs: 31 - Follows: 28 - Published: 2/8/2012 - Merlin, Arthur
Impersonating Emrys by EosAella reviews
What happens when a mysterious stranger arrives in Camelot claiming to be Emrys? terrible summary but it's rather late at night here . No slash.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,078 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 187 - Follows: 69 - Published: 1/23/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
What Happens Without Merlin by sunshineofthespotlessmind reviews
When Merlin leaves, Arthur can't go after him, because he's the King now; Kings can't just run after servants. This is what happens after, in which Gaius is angry, Merlin becomes someone new, and Gwaine is surprisingly helpful. And Arthur... changes.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Adventure - Chapters: 17 - Words: 32,300 - Reviews: 316 - Favs: 360 - Follows: 299 - Updated: 1/23/2012 - Published: 10/16/2011 - Arthur, Merlin
Procession by tailor31415 reviews
Arthur was determined to find Emrys - he only wished he had considered sending someone else besides Merlin. *Season 4 Spoilers*
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 5,326 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 134 - Follows: 31 - Updated: 1/21/2012 - Published: 1/3/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Unleashed Potential by Loopstagirl reviews
A disgraced servant is after revenge on Merlin, and discovers the perfect way to seek it. But if the warlock doesn't have enough to worry about, a new deadly creature is after the mysterious Emrys.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Adventure - Chapters: 15 - Words: 73,184 - Reviews: 299 - Favs: 323 - Follows: 173 - Updated: 1/21/2012 - Published: 10/15/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
What's Up With Merlin? by EosAella reviews
Arthur has a shield, armour and weapons. So does Merlin... Only his is ilegal. NO SLASH but a little depressing
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 673 - Reviews: 13 - Favs: 79 - Follows: 17 - Published: 1/19/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
The Fall of Camelot by OneDarkandStormyNight reviews
They say that Camelot fell in tragedy after the death of its greatest king, Arthur Pendragon. They say he died in battle, his heart broken by his wife's cruel betrayal, but it was not his wife's betrayal that killed him. It was his own.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,242 - Reviews: 44 - Favs: 129 - Follows: 29 - Published: 1/18/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
The Cry of a Mandrake by EosAella reviews
When a strange man comes to Camelot and Merlin's secret is revealed against his will what will Arthur do? Will his view change when he discovers how much Merlin has done for Camelot? NO SLASH
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Friendship - Chapters: 2 - Words: 2,413 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 165 - Follows: 64 - Published: 1/18/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
When I Least Deserve It by Literaria reviews
Merlin is convinced he has to die for Arthur again. Arthur gets wind of it and is having none of it. Desperate times do as such times are often wont to do, and produce desperate measures. Spoilers for S4. Very light T.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,048 - Reviews: 55 - Favs: 487 - Follows: 72 - Published: 1/14/2012 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
I'm Here for You by SpikeLover7 reviews
Sequel to "In Spite of Everything." The season finale ended quite differently, and now Arthur must deal with the aftermath and help Merlin cope. Post-reveal fic, deals with character death. More angst as usual, complete with hurt/comfort.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,126 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 89 - Follows: 14 - Published: 1/13/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
On Shaky Ground by Sydelle Rein reviews
Sequel to Arthur's Silent Guardian! With the unknown identity of his sorcerer-protector plaguing him, Arthur is unsure how to deal with this new knowledge. Meanwhile, a series of mysterious earthquakes is threatening the safety of Camelot. No Slash.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Friendship/Adventure - Chapters: 24 - Words: 50,275 - Reviews: 1324 - Favs: 1,822 - Follows: 970 - Updated: 1/7/2012 - Published: 4/11/2010 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Until the Day I Die by OneDarkandStormyNight reviews
"I told you once that I was happy to be your servant until the day I died. Now you know I wasn't lying." The king would have given anything if the beast had taken him instead of his friend...
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 4 - Words: 14,028 - Reviews: 77 - Favs: 256 - Follows: 60 - Updated: 1/7/2012 - Published: 10/17/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Honesty is the Best Policy by SecondStar2theRight reviews
After the latest magical attack, Uther is having everyone in Camelot interrogated. Now it's Merlin's turn to be questioned by Leon. Tag to The Son of a Sorcerer by Literaria
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Friendship/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 962 - Reviews: 168 - Favs: 1,507 - Follows: 260 - Published: 1/5/2012 - Merlin, Leon - Complete
Movements of Fire and Shadow by Soledad reviews
Arthur learns the ugly truth. How is he going to deal with it? Slightly AU version of episodes 1.13 and 2.1. Merthur, if you blink, otherwise more of a bromance. Comes after Forbidden Fruit. Repost.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Mystery - Chapters: 3 - Words: 9,437 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 38 - Follows: 5 - Published: 1/4/2012 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Lies by Tibbins reviews
Melin is hurting. Arthur wants to help but Merlin won't let him in. What could possibly scare Merlin so? And why is he desperate to get out of Camelot? Rated T for violence and gore very detailed descriptions Merlin/Arthur of course :D
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 9,613 - Reviews: 41 - Favs: 401 - Follows: 87 - Published: 12/29/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
The Glorious Day by OneDarkandStormyNight reviews
When one stood alone, the other joined him; when one grew weary, the other held him up. When Merlin gave Arthur a sword, Arthur gave Merlin a coat. One-shot for season finale. Pretty much nothing but fluff. Happy Holidays!
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,772 - Reviews: 45 - Favs: 194 - Follows: 15 - Published: 12/28/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
The Secret Protector by Ulura reviews
Merlin is injured and presumed dead after defeating Morgana and her immortal army. Now that his friends think him dead Merlin cannot return to Camelot without Morgana coming after him, so he must find a new way to protect his friend and his prince.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 11 - Words: 13,867 - Reviews: 103 - Favs: 496 - Follows: 214 - Updated: 12/27/2011 - Published: 12/1/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Night Terrors by tailor31415 reviews
Arthur claims Merlin's having night terrors and disturbing his sleep. Merlin just thinks Arthur's gone insane.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,336 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 137 - Follows: 25 - Published: 12/25/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
The Winter Solstice by QueenMegaera reviews
"Rumours" part III, a.k.a. The Christmas Special. The first negotiations about uniting Albion have taken place. They are followed by a celebration of the winter solstice. Little do the guests know, their idle conversation will change the relationship between Arthur and Merlin for good. A/M slash *duh*
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,791 - Reviews: 31 - Favs: 173 - Follows: 25 - Published: 12/24/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Nightshirts and Door Frames by ceeebee reviews
"What's this about, Arthur?" Merlin's eyes were drawn towards a large wooden table. At each of the four corners, rested a leather strap, obviously made to bind around a person's wrists and ankles.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,808 - Reviews: 9 - Favs: 156 - Follows: 30 - Published: 12/20/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
A Kind of Christmas by Gandalf3213 reviews
Merlin and Arthur don't have much to celebrate this year. Morgana's a turncoat, Uther is dead, and Gwen is gone. Not to mention Gaius was called out of town. So when some knights take out their boredom on Merlin, the pair have to fix everything themselves
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,575 - Reviews: 40 - Favs: 318 - Follows: 40 - Published: 12/18/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
A Little Late by TheaJumpingSnake reviews
Arthur has finaly come to free him. Reincarnation.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Friendship/Suspense - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,230 - Reviews: 7 - Favs: 40 - Follows: 10 - Published: 12/18/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Your deepest desire by floating fog reviews
Arthur get's enchanted to want his heart's deepest desire, no matter what the consequences might be. Warning:contains violence, a bit of dub-con and malexmale with a happy ending of course :
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 12,384 - Reviews: 47 - Favs: 449 - Follows: 68 - Published: 12/18/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
A Time to Break by finn1013 reviews
Takes place a few months after 4.03 The Wicked Day. Haunted by recent events, Merlin takes action. Sad!Unhappy!ReallyNotCoping!Merlin. Angsty!Arthur. GetToIt!Gaius. No slash. Now complete.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 3 - Words: 10,859 - Reviews: 121 - Favs: 422 - Follows: 173 - Updated: 12/12/2011 - Published: 10/19/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Yield by tailor31415 reviews
"He needed no proof of Merlin's submission, of how he would always yield to Arthur, of how he would only use his powers for Camelot, for Arthur." Arthur's councilors ask an unbearable thing of Arthur. A semi-reveal fic.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,639 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 96 - Follows: 13 - Published: 12/10/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Orders by tailor31415 reviews
A short. There were some orders he had become accustomed to, and some that were those orders he hated. But, there were also those that he would happily obey, again and again.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 717 - Reviews: 11 - Favs: 50 - Follows: 6 - Published: 12/6/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
The Tale of Dinas Emrys by PartlyInsaneEvilKitty reviews
This is a combination of an original legend with the world of Merlin. A terrifiying moment in Merlin's childhood is revealed. What's the real reason Hunith sent her son to live in Camelot? Also, who is this visiting King? No slash. Set before 4X09.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Adventure - Chapters: 12 - Words: 23,537 - Reviews: 196 - Favs: 402 - Follows: 167 - Updated: 12/6/2011 - Published: 11/25/2011 - Merlin - Complete
I've Been Thinking by Elfpen reviews
'"Everything bad that has ever happened to Arthur has happened when, or even because Merlin wasn't around. Have you noticed?" Nonplussed, Lancelot wasn't sure what he was supposed to say.' Gwaine is bright. Lancelot is amused. NON-SLASH. Oneshot.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 879 - Reviews: 48 - Favs: 506 - Follows: 105 - Published: 11/29/2011 - Lancelot, Gwaine - Complete
The Origin Of Wishbone by inlovewithpadfoot reviews
Gwaine wants to go on a quest to save the world from sparkles and vampires. Merlin is busy making a potion that has nothing to do with his anus. All the birds may or may not be dead.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 867 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 12 - Follows: 2 - Published: 11/27/2011 - Merlin, Gwaine - Complete
Guardian Angel by Bundibird reviews
"I'll be where I always am. By your side. Protecting you." NO SLASH, NO S4 SPOILERS. Oneshot.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,900 - Reviews: 75 - Favs: 228 - Follows: 30 - Published: 11/25/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
To Be, Or Not To Be, A Warlock by Jissai reviews
Merlin, we're in the face of more bandits than I can kill. Threaten them with sorcery, now!
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 622 - Reviews: 81 - Favs: 681 - Follows: 158 - Published: 11/22/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
The Game by Janec Shannon reviews
Their friendship had always been like a game. And then Merlin's magic was revealed and everyone waited. Because they didn't know if it broke the rules of the game, but it certainly broke the laws of the game board on which they play.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 876 - Reviews: 78 - Favs: 580 - Follows: 112 - Published: 11/16/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Consider Yourself Forgiven by Aoitori reviews
Tag to 4x07 We never did get to see Arthur make a proper apology to Merlin at the end of that delightful episode, so here is my fluffy, banter-filled, bromance-tastic, version of how it -must- have happened. Please R&R!
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,796 - Reviews: 36 - Favs: 187 - Follows: 27 - Published: 11/14/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
What I Really Mean by SpikeLover7 reviews
Coda to 4.07 "The Secret Sharer." Arthur and Merlin rarely talk about their feelings, but they don't really have to. Instead, they share glances.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Friendship/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 630 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 27 - Follows: 2 - Published: 11/14/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Jumping to Conclusions by Gandalf3213 reviews
There is no more time for Arthur and Merlin to figure out their relationship. An old friend, Matthias, pays Camelot a visit, and uses Merlin in the cruelest way possible. Can Arthur forgive this percieved betrayal? Will he save Merlin in time? Slash.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 5 - Words: 11,143 - Reviews: 58 - Favs: 173 - Follows: 103 - Updated: 11/14/2011 - Published: 5/16/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
I'll Be There by 0HappyEverAfter0 reviews
2x1 coda. After Sigan Merlin is left feeling worn out and depressed. He escapes Camelot for the day to try and deal with his pent up emotions, but starts to get lost in despair. Can Arthur humble himself enough to bring Merlin back? Minor slash h/c & FLUF
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,825 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 104 - Follows: 12 - Published: 11/12/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
The Best Possession by OneDarkandStormyNight reviews
The "prince-king" of Camelot would be willing to sacrifice any one of his greatest possessions to protect his people from war, they said, and so General Soric did not expect Arthur's selfish display when he requested the lovely serving-boy as payment...
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,430 - Reviews: 87 - Favs: 1,175 - Follows: 181 - Published: 11/11/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Ribs and Ladders by ceeebee reviews
"Don't send me away again, Arthur, I won't go, don't make me," and suddenly Arthur was enfolding Merlin's small frame with his own, immersing him and holding on tight, as he realised what Merlin's nightmare was about.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 782 - Reviews: 14 - Favs: 128 - Follows: 14 - Published: 11/10/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
i will no other to follow me where i'm going by midnightluck reviews
The guards in the towers have special training for talking jumpers down from ledges, just in case. One guard has, for the last few years, seen a certain boy come up to his tower, and realizes Prince Arthur doesn't know a thing. Maybe it's time he does.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,201 - Reviews: 39 - Favs: 276 - Follows: 67 - Published: 11/7/2011 - Merlin - Complete
Not a Jest by Emiliana Keladry reviews
Merlin has developed a cough and falls ill. When he and Arthur are kidnapped, the prince is hurt and imprisoned while Merlin is fading. A little magic might not even be able to save them.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 13 - Words: 26,501 - Reviews: 263 - Favs: 439 - Follows: 238 - Updated: 11/4/2011 - Published: 9/25/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Caring for You by 0HappyEverAfter0 reviews
Merlin is wore out after accepting a duel with another sorcerer. Arthur soothes him after wards by helping him bathe and dressing his wounds. Slash. Future!fic. Lots of h/c and fluff.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,666 - Reviews: 26 - Favs: 222 - Follows: 30 - Published: 11/4/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Giefan Lac by OneDarkandStormyNight reviews
Merlin wondered how Arthur could not find the time to remember his personal manservant's birthday, but had plenty of time to summon said manservant in order to punish him for not attending a mysterious banquet he knew nothing about... Birthday!fic,fluff
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,610 - Reviews: 36 - Favs: 240 - Follows: 41 - Published: 10/31/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
An Angsty Ending by Vividpast reviews
AU to 4.06. Merlin, enchanted to kill the very man he protects, decides that there can only be one possible outcome for this. Before his magic kills the king, drastic measures are to be taken. This is based solely on the preview of the episode.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,010 - Reviews: 18 - Favs: 69 - Follows: 18 - Published: 10/30/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
drunk all and left no friendly drop to help me by a daughter called random reviews
'Merlin, apologise! This is a mistake. I'll drink it.' Arthur's thoughts as he watches Merlin drink the poison and save his life yet again. S1, E4.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 657 - Reviews: 15 - Favs: 63 - Follows: 8 - Published: 10/30/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Entangled Lives by Catindahat reviews
AU – Arthur finally takes the chance to find Emyrs who is supposed to help him rule Camelot and was taken from the castle as a child. Could Merlin be the warlock Arthur is looking for or just an idiot intent on driving him crazy?
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 22 - Words: 63,305 - Reviews: 431 - Favs: 716 - Follows: 322 - Updated: 10/27/2011 - Published: 3/22/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Friend turned Prey by laughsalot12 reviews
Reveal Fic! Set after series 2...When Merlin is summoned by sorcerers into the forest, he has no idea of their audience...nor of the problems yet to come...It would have been so much easier to just stay in bed xD
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 17 - Words: 18,646 - Reviews: 179 - Favs: 166 - Follows: 123 - Updated: 10/27/2011 - Published: 3/20/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Merlin: The Loneliest Hour by HighEmpress reviews
A plan to end all magic goes very wrong and Merlin pays the ultimate price. How will Arthur react to his magic now that he's gone? Can Merlin return from the dead and defeat Morgana? Inspired by S4. No slash. Reviews are gold!
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Chapters: 25 - Words: 66,623 - Reviews: 236 - Favs: 356 - Follows: 161 - Updated: 10/25/2011 - Published: 8/9/2011 - Complete
A Fangirl Yankee In King Arthur's Court by writing-at-random reviews
SEASON 4 SPOILERS! A crazy thing called a 'fangirl' gets transported to Camelot after Arthur is crowned king and begins ranting about their lives being a TV show... whatever that is. Arthur knows only one good thing came from that girl- he got a bear!
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,670 - Reviews: 10 - Favs: 38 - Follows: 8 - Published: 10/16/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Not Unscathed by ellijay reviews
Companion piece to "As Cold As Any Stone" – Gap filler dealing with what happened to Merlin from the end of "The Darkest Hour Part 1" on through the scene by the water in "The Darkest Hour Part 2"
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 3 - Words: 9,768 - Reviews: 34 - Favs: 186 - Follows: 76 - Updated: 10/14/2011 - Published: 10/11/2011 - Merlin - Complete
Of Worth, Loyalty, and Nonexistent, Deceased Pets by Aoitori reviews
When Merlin returns to work after recovering from an injury, Arthur picks a roundabout way of expressing gratitude to his most loyal of friends. Fluff, bromance, and banter, but no slash unless you squint. Please R&R!
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,495 - Reviews: 48 - Favs: 219 - Follows: 33 - Published: 10/12/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
One More Turn by Noxialis reviews
Merlin's magic is exposed and he is assumed dead. But he can't just leave Arthur alone, so he disguises himself and returns to Camelot.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 15,240 - Reviews: 83 - Favs: 918 - Follows: 163 - Published: 10/8/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Deja Vu by Bundibird reviews
4x01 SPOILERS. They've been here before. Arthur, staring Death in the face. And Merlin, leaping out of nowhere and pulling him to safety. Only… Merlin got up last time. Oneshot. No slash. Coda to The Darkest Hour Part 1.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,180 - Reviews: 30 - Favs: 129 - Follows: 17 - Published: 10/7/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Salt And Blemishes by Lilith Encodead reviews
Merlin has been instructed to help his master escape the castle, where his father is holding him prisoner like a misbehaved child. This is not an easy task for a simple serving boy, on a night where the shadows and gloom are particularly hungry. Merthur
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,495 - Reviews: 6 - Favs: 24 - Follows: 4 - Published: 10/6/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Suffering the Consequences by psychobabblers reviews
kinkmeme prompt: Uther sees that Arthur and Merlin are friends, so when Arthur steps out of line, defies his father..,he has Merlin taken out and beaten in the square.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,194 - Reviews: 32 - Favs: 131 - Follows: 83 - Published: 10/5/2011 - Arthur, Merlin
Saving a Friend by Ulura reviews
Merlin awakes in a cell, weak and bleeding with no memory of the last few days. Arthur searches for his lost friend but as Merlin begins to remember the days he lost, he wonders whether he can truly trust Arthur or call him friend anymore. Merlin Whump
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Friendship - Chapters: 10 - Words: 12,840 - Reviews: 118 - Favs: 360 - Follows: 134 - Updated: 10/5/2011 - Published: 10/3/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
The Lost by Ultra-Geek reviews
In the blink of an eye, Merlin goes from laughing in the halls of Camelot to lying on the ground, hurt and alone, in an unfamiliar, ruined castle. Now all he has to do is figure out what's happened.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Angst - Chapters: 13 - Words: 52,381 - Reviews: 906 - Favs: 2,298 - Follows: 736 - Updated: 9/29/2011 - Published: 5/1/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Who I am by LazurusRising238 reviews
Merlin always thought that Arthur becoming King would be a good thing. How wrong he was.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,774 - Reviews: 5 - Favs: 38 - Follows: 4 - Published: 9/27/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Maybe, Probably by Autumdragon reviews
And Merlin realizes that he's crying and pleading and begging and thanking and probably - but he won't say - proclaiming his love for Arthur. And maybe Arthur says the same.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 481 - Reviews: 17 - Favs: 77 - Follows: 9 - Updated: 9/26/2011 - Published: 8/24/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Protecting by HeavenlyBodies reviews
I needed cuddling and Arthur being all protectory... this happened all 300 some odd words of it
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 1 - Words: 398 - Reviews: 4 - Favs: 55 - Follows: 13 - Published: 9/18/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Try, Try Again by Ultra-Geek reviews
In which Arthur tries, several times, to name Merlin as Court Sorcerer, and things just keep going wrong. Expanded 'Fractions' 95 by llLethell.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Humor/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,010 - Reviews: 141 - Favs: 1,241 - Follows: 195 - Published: 9/7/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Through Golden Eyes by OneDarkandStormyNight reviews
What if Arthur hadn't been completely unconscious when Merlin tried to heal him outside the crystal cave? What if he had heard Merlin using magic spells and realized the truth about his faithful servant...? The Crystal Cave AU. NO SLASH.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 6 - Words: 20,029 - Reviews: 209 - Favs: 814 - Follows: 223 - Updated: 9/4/2011 - Published: 7/1/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
I Really Hate That Word by ForIHaveOvercomeTheWorld reviews
Arthur really hated it whenever Merlin said the word "fine" because it almost always meant that something wasn't. But even knowing that hadn't been able to help him save Merlin. Will Arthur be able to save his best friend? No slash. Whump, bromance.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 9,659 - Reviews: 49 - Favs: 493 - Follows: 94 - Published: 8/31/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Once More, With Feeling by shadowglove reviews
SLASH. When Arthur gets slipped a potion by yet another magical woman who got passed Camelot's castle lax security, Merlin quickly realizes that people in the castle believe he has much more sway over Arthur and his temper tantrums then he really does.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,114 - Reviews: 130 - Favs: 1,591 - Follows: 284 - Published: 8/31/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Timetripping by midnightluck reviews
It's entirely Arthur's fault that they're stuck in this odd future-place-thing, but as long as they're here, Merlin figures he may as well be epic.
Crossover - Harry Potter & Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Adventure - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,347 - Reviews: 38 - Favs: 366 - Follows: 76 - Published: 8/30/2011 - Harry P., Merlin - Complete
For Arthur by Emachinescat reviews
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.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 3 - Words: 5,429 - Reviews: 87 - Favs: 648 - Follows: 159 - Updated: 8/29/2011 - Published: 8/24/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Broken Hearts by SGE reviews
When Merlin starts to have overwhelming visions, can he continue to hide the truth from Arthur? And will Camelot survive when old enemies return to settle old debts? Sequel to If My Memory Serves Me Well. Post season 3 then AU. Canon pairings. No slash.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Drama/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 20 - Words: 68,691 - Reviews: 172 - Favs: 255 - Follows: 87 - Updated: 8/28/2011 - Published: 8/7/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Our Destiny is Time by midnightluck reviews
Vague Arthur/Merlin, post 3x11; it's been a while since Merlin used his magic, and it's starting to become a problem. He's spent too long pretending, and decides that something has to give. And along the way, everyone discovers just a little bit of magic.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Fantasy/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,413 - Reviews: 21 - Favs: 120 - Follows: 17 - Published: 8/24/2011 - Arthur, Merlin
Laundry Letters by Cheryl Dyson reviews
Arthur attends a prestigious university and seems to have everything going his way… except for an inability to do his own laundry. Mature content herein, etc.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 8,256 - Reviews: 115 - Favs: 692 - Follows: 63 - Published: 8/22/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Arrest Him! by BloodFromTheThorn reviews
The King has discovered Merlin's secret, and he is less that pleased. Mild Crack!fic
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Parody/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 732 - Reviews: 23 - Favs: 165 - Follows: 40 - Published: 8/19/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Snatched from the Fire by ShinkonoKokoro reviews
Future!AU, Arthur's returning home for his sister's wedding. And just when he's faced with death, he's impossibly rescued.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 7,359 - Reviews: 8 - Favs: 66 - Follows: 8 - Published: 8/12/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Hold Me by PadawanGirl reviews
When Merlin is attacked, he finds comfort from someone he least expected. Warning: contains rape
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,922 - Reviews: 37 - Favs: 434 - Follows: 97 - Published: 8/5/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Ransoming Emrys by Emachinescat reviews
A band of renegade druids that know how much the legendary "Emrys" is worth to certain people have decided to auction him off to the highest bidder. How far will Arthur go to get him back, especially when Merlin's secret is revealed?
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Suspense/Friendship - Chapters: 25 - Words: 77,372 - Reviews: 1471 - Favs: 1,996 - Follows: 796 - Updated: 8/2/2011 - Published: 2/11/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
If My Memory Serves Me Well by SGE reviews
When Arthur rescues Merlin from a kidnapping, he brings a changed man back to Camelot. It's up to Gwen, Lancelot and Gwaine to set things right, but will any of them return from their quest the same? Ensemble, canon relationships, no slash. Set post-S3.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Adventure - Chapters: 18 - Words: 34,229 - Reviews: 153 - Favs: 274 - Follows: 147 - Updated: 7/31/2011 - Published: 3/6/2011 - Merlin, Gwen/Guinevere
The Morning After by 0HappyEverAfter0 reviews
Merlin doesn't want to be intimate with Arthur until Arthur knows his secret. So after spending a night together as a result of wine, Merlin wakes up and starts to panic thinking Arthur will never forgive him. This is an Arthur finds out oneshot! M/M
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,729 - Reviews: 43 - Favs: 287 - Follows: 51 - Published: 7/27/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Dear Idiot by Princess Angel Rose reviews
A letter Arthur writes to Merlin so that, when his secret comes out, the idiot will know that he knew all along.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 318 - Reviews: 30 - Favs: 157 - Follows: 21 - Published: 7/19/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
It's Your Magic by Autumdragon reviews
"Merlin?" "Hmm?" "Why did you just kiss me?" "Hmm - Oh, my magic made me do it." "Your magic." "Yes sire." Strictly dialogue oneshot!
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 344 - Reviews: 25 - Favs: 107 - Follows: 12 - Published: 7/18/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
World Shaking Down by Yesac reviews
You can't save the dying with words... and, yet, Balinor is still breathing. Arthur would know. He saw it. All of it. Including the part where *Merlin* did *magic*.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Angst - Chapters: 10 - Words: 42,759 - Reviews: 196 - Favs: 344 - Follows: 122 - Updated: 7/18/2011 - Published: 5/11/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
The Most Deadly Alliance by Emachinescat reviews
A deadly alliance has been made, a terrible deal has been struck. When Harry and his friends find themselves in ancient Camelot, they and their new friend Merlin are faced with a terrible evil that is intent on killing them all.
Crossover - Harry Potter & Merlin - Rated: T - English - Suspense/Adventure - Chapters: 33 - Words: 119,058 - Reviews: 647 - Favs: 661 - Follows: 248 - Updated: 7/16/2011 - Published: 8/29/2010 - Harry P., Merlin - Complete
Quick and Easy by Princess Alyra reviews
Merlin had no idea what it was the prince intended to do. "Arthur, you're hurting me."
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,873 - Reviews: 59 - Favs: 520 - Follows: 99 - Published: 7/14/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
Just Keep Looking by LovesAngst reviews
Arthur had finally found a use for Merlin's fumbling, bumbling, noisy way. Although he'd never let on, Camelot's prince had been rather impressed with himself. That was before he lost Merlin.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Tragedy - Chapters: 8 - Words: 10,246 - Reviews: 211 - Favs: 291 - Follows: 130 - Updated: 7/7/2011 - Published: 6/14/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Adventures of Enchantment by windscryer reviews
Arthur discovers Merlin's secret. That's the least complicated part of his day. Smidge of Arwen. Teeny-tiny spoilers up to 3x03.
Merlin - Rated: K - English - Humor - Chapters: 3 - Words: 4,366 - Reviews: 63 - Favs: 96 - Follows: 42 - Updated: 6/29/2011 - Published: 1/21/2011 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
On Matters of Trust by CalCurve reviews
When Camelot faces attack by a powerful sorcerer-king, Arthur must seek the only one who can save the kingdom. Unfortunately, Emrys doesn't want to be found. Set between seasons 2 and 3.
Merlin - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Adventure - Chapters: 7 - Words: 29,676 - Reviews: 299 - Favs: 1,086 - Follows: 468 - Updated: 6/23/2011 - Published: 3/14/2010 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
The Two Best Kept Secrets of Camelot by ShinkonoKokoro reviews
Arthur unwittingly shares his secret with Merlin. He likes men. But that's okay. Because Merlin shares one of his as well. And, gradually, Arthur discovers his second secret. And that might be the best of all.
Merlin - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,044 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 114 - Follows: 14 - Published: 6/22/2011 - Arthur, Merlin - Complete
How to Save a Life by Memma546 reviews
After Camelot finally settles down from weeks of chaos, Arthur finally notices something wrong with Merlin. But is it too late? WARNING ATTEMPTED SUICIDE IN LATER CHAPTERS.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Angst/Friendship - Chapters: 4 - Words: 7,087 - Reviews: 78 - Favs: 241 - Follows: 111 - Updated: 6/22/2011 - Published: 5/15/2010 - Merlin, Arthur - Complete
Elf-Boy and Turniphead Save Christmas reviews
Three weeks before Christmas, Merlin's mum gets a job as governess to the pratty son of a magic-hating king. As far as early Christmas presents go, it is a tremendous disappointment. -Chapter 17: In which Merlin has a very happy fifth day of Christmas. COMPLETE.
Merlin - Rated: T - English - Humor/Adventure - Chapters: 17 - Words: 47,828 - Reviews: 20 - Favs: 25 - Follows: 12 - Updated: 1/22/2017 - Published: 1/10/2017 - Merlin, Arthur, Uther, Hunith - Complete
