#Merthur rocks

[ethan-acfan]

I love the idea of merlin being like a crow and constantly looking for shiny things, and eventually, he starts giving some of his stuff to Arthur, and Arthur is just so fucking confused on why his servant keep handing him shiny rocks with the biggest stupidest grin.

[gabriels-golden-kazoo]

However deep you think you are into a fandom, there always seems to be something else.

[opera-is-not-cool]

fanfiction isn't enough i need every dialogue exchange of theirs etched into my bones and every scene of them together burned behind my eyelids until i know them better than i know my own skin, my hands, the sound of my name

[justaz]

merlin convincing morgana to remain in camelot and bonding over magic. uther dies and arthur becomes king and merlin and morgana are eager for arthur to repeal the ban but it never happens. then arthur and gwen are courting and morgana and merlin are a bit upset but are happy for them (sorta) but mainly they’re waiting for the ban to be repealed. it never happens. then gwen and arthur get married and morgana and gwen (+ lancelot) are devastated but hanging on by a thread for the magic ban to be repealed. it never happens. morgana is growing angrier and angrier while merlin is growing more and more reckless. morgana picks fights with arthur while merlin sticks to the shadows and protects arthur from unseen threats like always but he stops putting up much of a fight. he keeps coming back beaten black and blue, bloodied, on the brink of death.

morgana finally snaps at merlin and is like “i’ve been waiting for the ban to be lifted like you promised it would be and nothings changed. i cannot stay in this kingdom and watch the love of my life be happy with my brother while hiding myself away! you can be fine with the lying and hiding but i’m done! i’ll make my own damn happy ending” and storms off to flee camelot. lancelot finds merlin and they talk about it and lancelot is like “honestly, she has a point. i’m in love with gwen and that’ll never change. it pains me to see them so happy even though i wish nothing but the best for them. the only reason i’m still in camelot is you, merlin. if you want to stay, i’ll stay with you. if you want to go, then we’ll go.” merlin unsure and lance goes “it was you and me in the beginning, it can be you and me again” and merlin tears up but is still unsure and lance compromises with “we don’t have to leave forever. just a month or two, a year or five. however long you need.”

merlin finally agrees and lancelot goes to pack while merlin finds gwaine and tells him his plan bc if he doesn’t tell gwaine then the man will hunt him down like a bloodhound. gwaine ofc immediately agrees to go with him and they all pack their things. merlin shuffles into arthur’s chambers and turns in his resignation from his service and arthur starts freaking out like “wait what?? what’s wrong?? what happened??? let me fix it. was it a nobleman? a knight? was it me?? please tell me it wasn’t me. what happened??” and merlin can’t handle it so he just restates that he’s resigning, bows and says it was somewhat of an honor, and then turns and leaves. he finds lance and gwaine in gaius’s chambers with mordred. merlin rolls his eyes but is also kinda grateful for his friends. arthur storms in and finds three of his knights also packed at they’re like “oh shoot we were gonna tell you in the morning but since you’re here, we’re resigning too”

now arthur is faced with three less knights and one less manservant than an hour ago (he has yet to find out about his sister’s fleeing). he questions them again and the room gives merlin and arthur some privacy for merlin to tell arthur that nothing is wrong but that they just need some time away. it probably won’t be permanent but they have to leave. arthur isn’t begging because kings don’t beg but he’s doing a damn good impression and merlin is on the verge of tears again and is begging arthur not to make things harder than it needs to be. arthur grows angrier now and is like “then tell me why. why are you leaving? why are my knights leaving? tell me.” and merlin can’t think of an excuse bc he doesn’t want to push his troubles of unreciprocated love onto arthur so he just stands there and arthur is like “i thought you were one of the bravest men i ever met. turns our you’re nothing more than a coward.” anyways they split on bad terms.

merlin, lancelot, gwaine, and mordred leave camelot and have their own little adventures and run into morgana again and they form their own little band of travelers. arthur, gwen, leon, elyan, and percival are still in camelot with gwen and arthur completely in the dark while the rest of the knights Know. it’s like a few months after merlin and them left and arthur and them are drunk and he brings merlin and them up and asks what happened. the knights are quiet and gwen sits up and asks elyan and her voice is desperate enough that elyan breaks and goes “morgana and lancelot were in love with you” and they all just stare at each other and elyan rushes to fill the silence with stuff like how they wanted gwen to be happy but couldn’t bear watching gwen and arthur be so in love all the time, he explains that morgana left on her own but lancelot followed merlin. arthur asks if merlin was in love with gwen too and the knights shift before percival goes “no, he was in love with you” and leon sighs before explaining the rest.

“morgana and lancelot were in love with gwen while merlin was in love with arthur. morgana left on her own and merlin was influenced by her choice to leave and lancelot and gwaine followed him. mordred followed both morgana and merlin, i’m not sure what he would’ve done had merlin stayed and morgana left. gwaine followed merlin bc he’s in love with him.” he rubs his eye bc he can’t believe the mess things are even though it’s been this way for years “morgana couldn’t stand it. lancelot was loyal to merlin. gwaine was loyal to merlin. mordred was loyal to merlin and morgana. and merlin…merlin has been protecting you for years, arthur. he’s charged into battle against the threats you can’t see, the ones in the shadows. i’ve kept an eye on him since he got here but he’s had it handled. but recently, after your wedding, he grew reckless. he came back from every fight beaten like a pulp. he stopped trying. not to let you die, but to let them get the upper hand over him. he was dancing with death. it wasn’t healthy for any of them. that’s why they left.”

the knights leave arthur and gwen in their chambers to stew in silence, drunk and guilty and missing their friends and wondering how they could’ve missed the signs. merlin and them on the other hand are traveling from town to town, village to village, kingdom to kingdom and protecting villages from raiders, protecting druids from raids, stepping in on executions and freeing sorcerers.

[toomanyfanficsbruh]

Im currently in NZ and we went to this gorgeous lake - Lake Tekapo - and people were making rock stacks.

Rock statues.

Something. I don't really know what they're called lol.

And guess what they remind me of.

Yup. Merlin.

I saw them and immediately thought "Druid Graves". I gasped a little too.

So, our immortal Merlin, who is a mosaic of everyone he has ever known and loved, makes his rock statues/stacks/things and remembers everyone he has ever loved.

And there were SO MANY, by that lake, that I also thought that maybe Merlin made them by Lake Avalon, because Oh My God, it was beautiful here. (It's not Avalon, but I just thought it.)

So yeah. BBC's Merlin really does take over your entire life once you've consumed it. But it's beautiful in all its little cracks and pains.

I imagine that Merlin finds Arthur here, and they watch the sunset and are at peace with everything and everyone's memory around them. I imagine them happy.

Anywho, here's the one I made:

I just wanted to share it with the group :)

[samwinjester]

Merlin & Arthur | Song of Unborn

Hey guys! 🌟

Ok I am going to nerd out over Merlin/Arthur as well as this song. The The first time I heard it, it reminded me of these two. Below is basically a breakdown of the lyrics and the dynamic between Merlin/Arthur.

"Song of Unborn" by Steven Wilson

Let's look at the lyrics:

It's not what you'll possess

It's how you will express

The essence of you

I think this part can refer to many things. I was thinking 'possess' in terms of Merlin has his King and Arthur has his manservant. But that is not where their relationship stops. They are so much more to each other, and the way they portray their love (platonic and/or romantic) is unique. They both evolved together over the years to learn how to express themselves and their essences. (For Merlin, it's his magic. For Arthur, it's his kingship.)

It's not the wage you earn

It's about the things you learn

And the love that you feel

Also a friendship between a King and his Manservant? Initially this wasn't even heard of, but that is what made their relationship so precious and rare. Over time, Merlin and Arthur develop a profound bond that goes beyond their formal roles. They learn to value and care for each other in a way that transcends social status and expectations. Their relationship exemplifies the idea that love and mutual support are integral to personal growth and fulfillment. Without each other, neither would be complete. It's the whole 'two sides of the same coin' (wow I regret not adding that quote in the video).

It's not what you'll conceal

It's all that you'll reveal

That will make you be you

The perfection of you

This part...I initially thought of this as geared more towards Merlin, but now that I reflect on it, I think it applies to both of them! Both characters conceal aspects of their true selves due to their societal roles. Merlin hides his magical abilities, and Arthur hides his deeper insecurities and vulnerabilities.

And it is interesting because the more you think about it, the more you realize that Arthur also had huge secrets: his feelings for Merlin. They slowly begin to reveal more of their true selves to each other which fosters a deeper, more intimate bond and ultimately it leads to acceptance of the other but also of themselves.

Now the shadows are long and the cities are lost to rain

When you wake up every day to find nothing's changed

This part could symbolize moments of hardship or periods of doubt and struggle for both Merlin and Arthur. More often than not, they each felt their efforts were futile for trying to build the kingdom they imagined.

But before you can speak, you will learn that it's all the same

Now this line!!! This is where destiny comes into play. Merlin and Arthur both had to learn to accept fate and that many truths and destinies are beyond their control.

And the dreams that you will have are public domain

This I think talks about the fact that their personal dreams and hopes are intertwined with the broader fate of Camelot. Their ambitions and visions are not solely their own but are shaped by their responsibilities and the expectations of their roles. Merlin had expectations put on him by Killigarah, the Druids, ect. Arthur had his from Uther, but also from every one around him as well. And ultimately they had high expectations for each other and themselves as well.

And the country lanes are decked with the time to come

This line I feel is about hope, especially for Merlin. He knew the prophecy that Killigarah had put on him about how Arthur and Merlin would be The Once and Future King and Emrys, uniting the lands of Albion into a time of peace and acceptance for all...That prophecy was not fulfilled. Merlin was left brokenhearted, but the one thing that kept him going is the belief that Arthur would rise again, which leads me to the next few lines:

It's not the years you pass

It's about the moments that last forever in you

Now the time that is gone doesn't matter to anyone

When the country lanes are decked with the time yet to come

Well, the world is exhausted, the wreckage is all around

But the arc of your life could still be profound

Arthur didn't die. He is ALIVE because he lives in Merlin's heart. This part of the song (go listen to it. the guitar speaks in ways words cannot!!!!)...The past doesn't matter.

Don't be afraid to die

Don't be afraid to be alive

Merlin and Arthur’s relationship involves both profound moments of joy and the fear of potential loss. The lyrics suggest that they should not let the fear of eventual separation or the risks involved in their feelings deter them from fully experiencing their love. Instead, they are encouraged to live in the moment, embracing the full spectrum of their relationship.

What do you guys think? Agree/Disagree? I wanna know! I definitely have overlooked something.

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I know a lot of editors will stick to popular songs, but I want to use my channel to share my music and artists while editing the shows/pairings I love.

[ebonyfirewolf]

Home was never Avalaon. It was Merlin. - Chapter 15 - TheDarkSeaofSecrets - Merlin (TV) [Archive of Our Own]

Merlin and Arthur celebrate the new moon feast together. Arthur is as always in awe of his boyfriend and the amazing things he can do.

[whatswiththemustache]

lil snippet from chapter 11 of the wish that broke the world 🤭

coming soon...

[ladyofthelake]

EVERY SONG IS MERTHUR

Take me back into the arms I love Need me like you did before Touch me once again And remember when There was no one that you wanted more

Don't go You know you'll break my heart She won't love you like I will I'm the one who'll stay When she walks away And you know I'll be standing here still

I'll be waiting for you Here inside my heart I'm the one who wants to love you more You will see I can give you Everything you need Let me be the one to love you more

See me As if you never knew Hold me so you can't let go Just believe in me I will make you see All the things that your heart needs to know

I'll be waiting for you Here inside my heart I'm the one who wants to love you more You will see I can give you Everything you need Let me be the one to love you more

Some way All the love that we had, can be saved Whatever it takes, we'll find a way

Believe in me I will make you see All the things that your heart needs to know

I'll be, waiting for you Here inside my heart I'm the one who wants to love you more 'Cause you see I can give you Everything you need Let me be the one to love you more

[yellingrat]

this will now take top priority in my brain thank u thank u

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[ethan-acfan]

Merthur confession, but it comes in the form of Arthur being dramatic about Merlin's magic and is constantly accusing him of trying to enchant him, and it gets to the point where Merlin is like,

"Arthur, I love you to death, and I would watch this world crumble to ashes if that is what you want, BUT I AM BEGGING YOU TO STOP ASSUMING EVERYTHING I GIVE YOU IS A ENCHANTMENT, PLEASE!"

And Arthur is like, "Wait, you love me?" In this super soft voice.

Then Merlin's face goes red as he fumbles around for an excuse before just giving a half-hearted "prat" and running out of the room.

[obliqueletterkennyreference]

i need a "the curiosity of chance" merthur au purely because the actors look kinda similar

[justaz]

as much of a fan as i am of arthur falling head over heels for merlin in the lower town during their fight and knowing the entire time while merlin reluctant to admit he actually finds arthur sometimes pleasant to be around until like a year later when he's like "fuck i kinda like him as more than a friend" when he's actually in love with him,,, the alternative has been plaguing my mind recently.

merlin is like "aw man he sucks but destiny is destiny" until like around the poisoned chalice when merlin drinks the wine and falls unconscious and he's wondering to himself why he would do such a thing and like yeah nimueh probably cursed it so he would drink it but also he's not really that upset about it?? he's kinda relieved??? why???????? oh bc arthur didn't drink it so he's fine and alive and oh he's checking up on me and his voice is soft and not at all mocking or brash like normal and his hand is on my shoulder and my heart is racing and i'm blushing and his touch is so warm and- oh fuck. so merlin is like reluctant about feeling this way but makes his peace with it, hoping that one day it'll just fizzle out. but the thing is: it doesn't. merlin continues to fall deeper and deeper in love with arthur and it just becomes a part of him like his magic. it's a simple fact. he has blue eyes, he has black hair, he has magic, he's in love with arthur. it becomes intertwined with his very being and he can't imagine ever not loving arthur.

meanwhile, arthur is fond and protective of him idiotic, bumbling servant. he's also a good friend not that arthur would ever call him that but anyways arthur keeps him safe bc if it weren't for him, the fool would trip over air and impale himself on his own thumb. so arthur grows more fond and protective of merlin as the series progresses and yeah at some point he finds it in himself to murmur the word friend to merlin but he blames that on the wine and the late hour. then he finds out merlin has magic and it hurts. arthur isn't entirely sure why either but he knows it hurts to be around merlin, to hear him, to see him, but it also hurts to be apart. so he swallows it all down and sits with merlin to lay it all out. anyway time skip and he sees merlin as he truly is without all the hiding and lying and the fondness and protectiveness just continues to grow and grow and grow. he watches merlin cast spells and watches his eyes light up gold and gods isn't he just beautiful. no wait- okay he's in love and gods is he fucked because now he can't managed a damn sentence around the man and morning and evenings are torturous in the best way. merlin bodily dragging him out of bed, his touch never leaving as he strips him of his night clothes and dresses him for the day and sits him down at the table before sharing stealing his breakfast. at night he's much slower as he strips arthur, his fingers dragging across his skin and his words spoken low and soft. the sweet heat in his blood isn't new but the force of it almost knocks him on his ass.

just merlin being his usual enamored self while arthur is flooded with these feelings he couldn't name before but now that he knows just what they are, they lodge in his throat and block his words from escaping him, they block air from filling his lungs, and they keep blood from flowing through his brain. arthur shutting down while merlin is oblivious and concerned and pressing his hands to arthur's face and pulse and leaning in close and asking all these questions as his eyes shine with worry and this isn't helping-

disaster!arthur x oblivious!merlin is actually my new favorite dynamic. forget what i said at the beginning. this is it.

[rnmidnm]

I really enjoy the concept of soft merthur.

After another really exhausting day and constant disapproving glances from his father Arthur is just so tired physically and emotionally. So he walks down the halls and everyone on his way is bowing to him and just generally treating him like royalty (as they should) and Arthur knows it's how it should be, but he's just so sick of it. And then he walks into his chambers and there is this idiot of a manservant who has never once cared for his rank. Maybe Merlin turns to him and jokes, trying to make Arthur smile. And Arthur's just breaks. He says 'Merlin' softly, maybe walks to him. So Merlin immediately senses that something is wrong, but he just hugs him. Cradles his head, rocks him gently, says 'shhh, its okay Arthus'.

And Arthur feels so much better.

[ao3topshipsbracket]

Hi, I have a question, and please don't take it as criticism because it really isn't I think you guys rock, idk how you manage it.

But I was wondering if you were keeping an eye/planned to do something about some strong racism going on in the Merthur-sasunaru poll? I know that it really isn't that deep, but it's the 5th slur I catch there, and while it's against white ppl I still find it pretty upsetting.

I know you got rid of death threaths and this ain't nearly that deep, but still... it would be nice if something is done about it. It's also making us Naruto fans look bad and like yikes...

Thank you for voicing your concerns, but we have not seen any usage of slurs or otherwise racist comments on this poll. If this changes, please let us know and we will assess the situation.

[tiredcowboyy]

what if I got on my hands and knees and begged someone to write a fic where merlin and Arthur grow up together, merlins mother a servant in the castle and arthur still the prince. We see the young (7-10ish?) prince either stumble upon a small merlin being teased by nobles kids where he protects him or he finds merlin doing smth strange like collecting rocks but decides to tease him (read: follow him and try become his friend) and from there on out their relationship grows????

Or something similar???? Pretty please pleasepleaseplease

And maybe it can be a series and it ends when either theyre like 20 or when arthur becomes king (obv a lot of time skips involved)?

it could be platonic or romantic merthur I just think this would be such a cute idea?