#Season 1 Episode 13

[that-nerd-who-writes-fanfiction]

The exact moment that Merlin tells Arthur he’s going to be a good king for the first time, Arthur looks like this.

That boy never had a word of praise growing up, he’s way too surprised by someone believing in him even after he “failed”/got injured.

Also, just that face on his face whenever he’s looking at Merlin.

It’s usually only there in softer moments in season 1. Like in episode two where Arthur believed Merlin about the snake shield, or in episode four where Merlin drank poison and Arthur defied his father and risked his life to save him, even against Gaius’ advice, Merlin’s uncle, because of how dangerous it was. Or the Lancelot episode. Or the Ealdor episode. Or the unicorn episode. You get the idea.

There’s a lot of these moments, but this one is kinda where I pinpoint Arthur realising how much Merlin means to him.

Also because in season 2, Arthur goes back to picking on Merlin and trying to keep him at arms length. I think he got scared of his feelings towards Merlin - whatever you want to say they are, romantic, platonic, or otherwise - and tried to distance them. Cedric showing up was just convenient with the timing before the whole Sigan thing. It gave Arthur a chance to panic, push Merlin away, and then reaffirm his fears until later on in season 2.

This scene is also the reason why Merlin not joining Cedric/Sigan with the whole “It doesn’t matter how Arthur treats me, he’s a good man” thing makes sense. This is the last time they interact in season 1 and it wraps up everything they’ve been through up until this point really well.

I can go more into how and why the timeline of season 1 and 2 are really important to how the show was going to progress if people want that. The character development in BBC Merlin is brilliant. It’s not as good as atla but not even its own live action could compete so that’s fine. Honestly, I think Merlin is as heartbreaking as it is because it’s more believable than a happy ever after, because of how things were set up in the first two seasons.

Anyway, I just feel like I’m rambling though so I’ll leave this here before the coherency leaves entirely.

[megafandombandgeekgirl]

So you know that scene in Season 1, Episode 13 Le Morte d’Arthur?

The one where Merlin is effectively telling Arthur goodbye because he’s not sure if he’ll make it back from fighting Nimueh?

You know, this scene-

Well, we all know that this episode was basically the epitome of Merlin stating his love for Arthur (see, “I willingly give my life for Arthur’s” and “I’m happy to be your servant until the day I die”).

But what if instead of Merlin just walking away to Arthur’s silence, the scene goes a little like this.

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“Any other pointers?” Arthur asked, glancing into his goblet again.

“No, that’s it. Just…don’t be a prat,” Merlin said softly, his gaze never leaving Arthur.

The prince stared at him at this, a curious expression on his face as he contemplated his servant.

Merlin turned to go then but before he reached the door, Arthur’s words stopped him.

“Why does this sound like a goodbye?”

Merlin stopped, not turning back, head bent. “Every moment is a goodbye, sire.”

“Wait. Come back here Merlin. What are you talking about?”

Merlin opened the door, still not glancing back for he knew if he did, he would tell Arthur everything. “I have to be going. I’m sorry. And- thank you. For everything.”

And then he was gone before Arthur could question him further. But Arthur being Arthur couldn’t let the feeling go that something was terribly wrong…

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And then of course, Arthur being Arthur, would have no choice but to follow him and after realizing what was wrong, do everything he could to help him.

Idk just thoughts. Merlin rewatch has me thinking….

[noctusfury]

Nightmare King by Noctus Fury

Season 1 Episode 13 "Total Nightmare"

I really enjoyed this episode as it gave Snotlout and Hookfang an extra layer of character development and growth. And it was really lovely to see a further inside look into the Monstrous Nightmares. That was a lovely treat! 🥰

I also loved seeing Snotlout bonding with both of his Nightmares. I could totally see him just hanging out with them or babysitting the babies so that Hookfang and Mrs. Hookfang could "go on a date hunt" or whatever. So precious! 🥰

(Also, keep in mind that these eggs aren't Hookfang's kids. Just some eggs that Hookfang protected, for those of you who haven't watched this episode yet.)

Anyone else think that Snotlout should just establish a Nightmare Sanctuary. 👀

Though I have to say that I was rather disappointed that we didn't get to see the female Nightmare get named. "Female Hookfang" is rather... I'll just say it, it's LAZY!! Just call her "Dragonfruit" or "Ember" or something. 😩

It's also sad that we don't get to see her or the babies again. I kinda wanted passing scenes or mentions of them and see Snotlout occasionally see them with Hookfang. But I guess I'll have to satisfy that urge with a fanfic or three. 😤

It was also disappointing to not see the baby Nightmares. I'm sure they were adorable! 🥺

As a bonus, here's some Snotlout & Baby Nightmare shots from Gift of the Night Fury!

Thank you for reading and for your support. Any kudos and reposts are welcome! See you in another post!

Long Live the Night!

— Noctus Fury

[vivaciousoceans]

🫠 Brian Cassidy the man that you could’ve been

[shitakimooshrooms]

His ass is not listening

[arkhamshadows]

get up❗❗❗

[darkfictionjude]

Will season 1 end on a cliffhanger

Kind of. Cliffhanger not in the “who dies who doesn’t” more in the “what the fuck do we do now?”

[total-drama-everyday]

[onespncap]

s01e13 -- "Route 666"

[originaltheoristwombat]

You know shits about to go down when the episode starts with Imperial March

[liopleurodean]

Season 1, Episode 13: Route 666

That's a lot of headlights

That's such an inefficient way to kill someone

Dean's got some history with this girl

Sam is so surprised 😂

First rule of Fight Club

Awkward silence

Lot of stuff in common, those victims

Dang, the wheel's still spinning

That's suspicious

Sam's way too invested in this

So it is racist

Flying Dutchman makes sense

Aw Dean, don't think like that

Stop pushing, Sam

"come on in" she says, and then doesn't move out of the way

It's not fine Dean, or you wouldn't be saying that 😂

That went fast

He's not black though?

Dean 'if I can't punch feelings I'll punch demons instead' Winchester

Weird. It's like a bad copycat killer

Ah. So Dorian is willing to make an exception

Oh, poor Dean...

Oh thank goodness

She's gotta be personally involved

That'll do it

Because the cops would have arrested Martin, Dean!

Sam is Tired™

That'll be a fun activity

Sam is so done

Where did they get a tractor?

Now's not the time, Sam 😂

Salt n' burn, baby

Evidently not

This'll be fun

Not Baby!

That's not reassuring, Sam

I'm excited to see where this goes

Nice!

Niiiice

Maybe?

Aw.

Sam's just watching 😂

At least she's got the Sam Stamp of Approval ™

Naptime

[a-for-apocalypse]

reposting my youtube comment onto here bc its literally all i can think about. caitvi may have been affecting each other's lives for far longer than they know (they may have been saving each other for far longer than they've realized too).

I've seen a lot of good theories about where the timeline divergence came from (damn the arcane fandom is so big brained sometimes, good job y'all), but this one consistently rots my brain from the inside out bc my god. i will never get over the underlying tragedy of ep 7. how one small difference could have changed it all.

arcane really is a story of what ifs, each more painful to think about than the last.

[vivaciousoceans]

This is where I get confused…did she hook up with this man again 😭 after she told him she didn’t date coworkers???

[la-cocotte-de-paris]

Hands down best line in TV history

[endrimer]

my strange messed up son…

[reunitedinterlude]

shaking ass

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