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During a midwinter storm, Merlin reveals one too many secrets. Arthur learns the truth hurts a lot more than the lies -- especially coming from someone who is a bit more than a friend and a little less of an idiot and a whole lot more than Arthur's ever given him credit for.

Merlin works tirelessly to save the life of King Arthur the once and future king. Although even he knows it's not his only destiny. Somewhere even if he doesn't remember, Merlin has another place to protect . His own kingdom to save. Ithel. #63 in memories out of 2.1k #1 in lostprince out of 45 #7 in merlin out of 249 #2 in bbcmerlin out of 100

Arthur Pendragon has always trusted his father's opinion of sorcery. He has witnessed, first hand, the atrocities Camelot's enemies could commit with the aid of magic. However, after Arthur, Morgana, and Gwen give shelter to a strange boy, Merlin, they find wandering the woods, Arthur begins to question all he knows. Will Arthur be able to protect Merlin from his dark past? What if Merlin wasn't raised by Hunith or even Gaius, but by a corrupt king intent on taking advantage of Merlin's power? **merthurish** (Also on AO3)

"How can I be sure you aren't lying to me?" "You can't." "Then why should I trust you?" "You shouldn't." "Why are you doing this, Merlin?" - Merlin takes the crown for himself, rather than wait for it to come upon Arthur. (AU based on the scenario from 2x1, but uses many elements of canon after that as well) (Merlin is NOT DARK in this story, though there are graphic depictions of violence and they should only be read if you are comfortable with them)

A sorcerer on the streets of Camelot laughs in Uther's face and insults his pride. When Arthur is accused of sorcery, will Merlin, Morgana and Gwen be able to save him, or will he be burnt alive before they can change Uther's stubborn ways? A relatively short story from BBC's Merlin. This takes place before Morgana is evil and Arthur doesn't know of Merlin's magic. Written by @ghostofwolves and @EstelElfstone DISCLAIMER: WE DO NOT OWN ANY OF THESE CHARACTERS! THEY ALL BELONG TO BBC AND THIS IS BASED OFF BBC'S MERLIN!

No young man or woman, no matter how great, can know their destiny. They cannot glimpse their part in the great story that is about to unfold. Like everyone, they must live and learn. And so it will be for the young witch arriving at the gates of Camelot. A girl that will, in time, mother a legend. Her name ... Merlyn. [First book in Merlyn series] [First season of Merlin TV series] (Merthur story - Arthur x female Merlin, following bbc tv series) The front cover was created by @Uncharted247

What if Merlin and Hunith did run away with Balinor, never to return to see the face of Uther Pendragon again? Merlin, age 10, is stumbling throughout the forest enjoying his own little, isolated world until a mysterious boy makes an appearance. His name? Arthur Pendragon. [Completed] (I don't own BBC Merlin)

The stars danced in the sky, glistening and twinkling in the shape of a sword. All the magic in the world seemed to celebrate the return of something, or someone. A dark-haired boy stuck his head out of the window of his house to study the peculiar constellation. The sword in the stone; Excalibur. It was a sign, a sign saying the once and future king was back. King Arthur had returned. BBC Merlin fanfic 1,500 after the events of season 5. TW: Suicide and self-harm. Please don't read if it makes you uncomfortable.

Arthur finds out about Merlin's Magic. he doesn't know what else to do and banishes Merlin, much to his friend's chagrin. Merlin is greeted by some old friends who help him become the powerful warlock he is meant to be while providing refuge for all magic beings.

My name is Prince Merlin Aragon Ambrosius, and I hate being a prince, so much that I ran away from home, to live in Camelot, a place where my kind are hated. I disguise myself as a mere peasant and move in with my beloved uncle, Gaius, the court physician. Hiding my secret, of my heritage and my gifts has never been more difficult, especially when I have to hide it from a clotpole of a Prince - Arthur. I have to save him everyday from all kinds of situations, but when I finally reveal my secret, whilst saving him, what will happen? Especially when my own knights from Cadagorien practically appear on my doorstep. It is time to return home, but what will I succeed in saving my people? Or will I fall? ((Okay I have decided that there will be a bit of Merthur slipped in here and there, so if you don't like it, don't read it.))