Ive always loved the story of Merlin and King Arthur and when this TV series came out I was as excited about it as everyone else. He shows in his actions and actually says that a number of times. There was a point when I wondered if Merlin would in fact subvert Arthurs death, or at least end before it happened, but when an older Mordred arrived in the form of Alexander Vlahos in season 5, Arthurs prophesied death became inevitable. Gaius even thinks Uther has done a lot of good for the people which is clearly not true. Merlin created an Arthur who hated magic as much as his father. Come meet a Samsung representative for your S10 purchase. All essential characteristics of royalty Im sure but nothing that would inspire loyalty or the idiot Merlins constant protection. Now if the show was to return I wouldve wanted smt like Merlin is in the modern world and he figures how to travel back in time or smt and corrects his mistakes and finally bring magic back to the Camelot and hence to the World. Whilst I agree that there are a lot of reasons for speculating what if, and why someone turned out the way they did, and whether destiny was fulfilled or not, I think that you perhaps give too much away to apparently likely actions of several people with regards to what ifs. Everyone else had their Golden Age (although most of it happened during the gap between seasons 4 and 5), but Merlin only came into his power at the very end, when Arthurs reign was over. So yeah, Im not really satisfied. Almost six months later, were still waiting for that moment to come where we can put Merlin on the proverbial shelf in our minds along with all of our other beloved fandoms which have come to an end, but that moment seems as far away as ever. The original Merlin (Myrddin) legend is not connected with King Arthur. While Merlin was on the air, we thought it was a great show. Not that that is a bad thing mind you, to dispose of the mad tyrant. In the season 1 episode The Beginning of the End Merlin meets a young druid boy named Mordred. For instance Gwen being crowned Queen does not unfold the way Morgana had foreseen it, nor does Morganas death at Merlins hand. The ending would still be a tragedy. Would a Merlin reunion disappoint people? Maybe I wont have Morgana come back with Arthur but I loved the rest. She could have at least revealed she suspected she might be magical again, a terrifying time, but Arthur wouldnt have knifed her on the spot. He would have been the one who killed his father, the enemy of all magic and exposed his hypocrisy. Which could have stopped the rest of the events from unfolding. for i bage that you atleast make the sixth episode as you have explained it would be. They wanted a big crack. The last shot of the show established that Merlin is still waiting. He declares Uther a hypocrite and a liar who has murdered innocent people simply to ease his own guilt over his wifes death. Arthur did make decisions that could lead to a peaceful future, and the writes left that part of it open-ended I think that could be for 2 reasons: 1) So that we, the fans, could speculate our own conclusions, 2) So that they can possibly make a spin-off, involving the Queen in Arthurs Role, or Merlin in modern times (concluded by the technology shown in the end trucks, etc). But they deliberately left that up to interpretation in the show. Maybe one day Ill recreate the TV show Merlin after all Im still young and lots to come! All of the pep talks from Merlin to encourage Arthur, even some from Gaius to both Arthur and Merlin, the dragon, etc. But in accepting magic there would have never been war with the druids and Mordreds friend would have never become an enemy of Camelot and therefore would not have been hanged and Mordred would not have turned against Arthur. Ensure that you are using the correct cables; on a high-definition TV, use HDMI cables, which are specifically designed to transmit high-definition signals to the television. The if Merlin had told her of his magic it wouldnt have happened excuse, frequently used, is the big one. But the ending is conceptually sound. As for Gwen, at least we can make up a happy ending for her. Trailer Trucks. Warning: This post contains major spoilers for Bullet Train. I believe Merlin continued to protect Camelot and the court for 100 years, after that he wandered the Earth and checked up on King Arthurs grave periodically. While Adam wants to destroy both worlds . Flash forward to the end, and one of the passengers onboard a rescue truck being escorted by the army is that . The creators themselves have come out and said it is a sad ending, because the original story of Arthur dying (or being fatally wounded at least) is also tragic. It ruined my immersion in the story. Yeah, it pretty much ranks up there as one of the few works of fiction well never, ever forget. I really thought that Morgana would redeem herself because her hatred for Arthur is never completely justified (in fact, I think she missed Arthur and Gwen because in season 5 when she enchants Gwen, she actually seems happier) and all she wanted was acceptance. He could have pushed Mordreddown the stairs with his magic. The final scenes of Eternals play out as usual for an ensemble blockbuster. I dont like that the greatest sorcerer in history would fail so horribly so many times with no real redemption to the climax of the story. Once it was and it was confirmed that pattern wasnt going to change, I just stopped caring about watching every episode. We spent five years watching these characters grow and change and become the characters we knew from legend. I think Arthur died because in some legends he dies and is supposed to eventually come back. It can easily be changed and the Dragon even tells Merlin that if he allows the child to live, then he cannot fulfil his destiny, and hey this is what happened exactly in the finale. From that moment on, Arthur had no chance. However I think they should have had Arthur bring magic back after season 4, but still had Merlin and Arthurs actions ultimately bring about the end of the kingdom. I think that the reason Arthur never became a great king was simply because Merlin fucked up. He did everything wrong. What did it mean, this bond of destiny? Like and Comment for this video are appreciated! The later Mordred is a completely decent guy, has minimal magic powers, is clueless as to why Merlin hates him (so much for the Ill never forget) and isnt even remotely treacherous until Arthur kills his beloved! but what about bringing magic to Camelot. He would have continued to look on Morgause as an ally, as she had revealed the truth to him. It's Arthur who offers himself up as a sacrifice if that's . There could be no worse ending for Merlin than separating him from Arthur and leaving him behind alone to wait, and so wait he must, and wait he did. He bek vests so fever try in that destiny that he has taken the chance to Kay down his own lie countless times, ans had chosen to believe in the good. Minerva's decision to stay back in Argentina left Rai unsure of his future and completely lost. The main reason Merlin worked, and why we cant just forget about it now, was because of the sheer heart poured into it from everyone involved. And what is he even waiting for, exactly for his destiny to be fulfilled, or for his friend Arthur? She felt she could not confide in anyone, even Arthur out of fear of being found out. A favorite of mine is the Kilgharrah conspiracy here. He bek vests so feveI completely agree with everything you said about the unfolding events being Merlins fault. He had been there for magical tests with Arthur before, and he also is seen doubting himself in regards to Mordreds character, since he so clearly sacrificed himself for the King. Worse still he allowed Morgause to run off with her. It feels unresolved, like a failure of character writing. After all Morgana did still love Arthur very much at that point, and if she pleaded with Morgause, who loved her, its doubtful that Morgause would have killed Arthur. The one in series 1 and 2 is clearly being set up as the ultimate villain. Of course 2012-me was still vaguely hopeful that a surprise Christmas special might make good on the promise of Arthur returning and putting Merlin and me out of our miseries, but even having long since abandoned that hope, I still love the perfect blend of agony and endurance of connection in that one shot: Merlin, still tied to his destiny, still waiting for his friend, still duty-bound to help someone else achieve greatness. Expectations and emotions were running high as the audience waited to see how the show would tie up the many loose ends and conclude Arthur Pendragon's epic saga to save Camelot with the help of his . They were giving him one last chance to fulfil his destiny. It may have prevented her from feeling so paranoid until Morgause showed Arthur what really happened. Cenred was at war with Camelot because of his hatred of Uther. , good bring them back we needtosee a good ending. I completely agree with you, really like the idea of Morgana redeeming herself and becoming an ally to Arthur. 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Blige to perform, Taylor Swift moves up release of Red (Taylors Version), Free Guy is an even better movie than it gets credit for. Basically the real story of king Arthur was a little different from the show Merlin. Even after all the ways Merlin turned Arthur against Magic, Arthur was still willing to accept it into Camelot, but Merlin finally convinced him not to. Good impression of things however I think the writers intended a season six where things would have been sorted out but Arthurs actor declined. The woman Mordred is in love with whom Arthur later kills, only attacks Arthur because he continues to outlaw magic just like Uther Pendragon did. He found a certain solace in Minerva and amidst his depression tries to still help Pol after he learns about Pol's father's outstanding debt toward . As soon as Morgana found out she was magic it turned her against Uther. There was no guarantee shed choose to risk her life to wake everyone up; Morgana has rarely truly chosen to trust others, especially her friends, and since Uthers death was likely, even if Arthur and people were spared by Morgause, Morganas past behaviour with wanting revenge, and increasing hesitation in the episode suggest at the least she would have equally been inclined not to poison herself and let Morgause win. I think Merlin and Arthur did complete what they were meant to and the dragon said as much. Arthur would still have died but it would have been after he brought magic back and defeated Mordred and I would have had Morgana go with him to Avalon to protect him. The need is clearly now (2012-2025) or a near future now which is why Merlin deliberately roams that road at this specific time in history. Youve made me realize just how long ago this show was done! Merlin seems spectacularly uncertain, so much so that one has to realize he simply doesnt want the burden of his foretold destiny. The king, after the defeat of the Saxons, is mortally stabbed by Mordred and Merlin's actions are of no use. The first is in To Kill the King in series 1. Even towards the end of series 2, Morganas choice to isolate herself, and trust in the unknown motives of Morgause is ultimately born of her fear, and her selfishness. Bringing you that one movie, show, book and album that you need to consume. We want to hear your thoughts on this topic! In the penultimate episode of series 2 however The Fires of Idirsholas Merlin makes the biggest blunder of his career. The ending ruins the entire story of the series in my opinion in what was a very epic storylinewith the entirety of it destroyed just by the last episode. Okay, Im writing this four years after your comment, but I really want to put in my two cents. Arthur would have killed Uther had it not been for Merlin lying about it and convincing him that it was the work of Morgause. I would love someone to remake the ending of Merlin or to follow up with a movie or another series BUT as it is, it already has power that reaches beyond the characters on the screen and into the minds of those who watched. Arthur will never have the chance to rise to become the great king. Cursed Season 1 delivered a powerful tale of survival, loyalty, and honor. Merlin's line about the sword being forged in a dragon's breath was so epic and badass that it added onto the perfectness in which Morgana finally faced her doom. Its tragic, but theyre dead, the story is over. Merlin however decided to save Uther instead. After lulling us into a false sense of security for five seasons, the series finale of what was supposed to be a fun family show revealed BBCs Merlin to, in fact, be a slow-burn masterpiece of angst and devastation the likes of which have, in my opinion, yet to be matched. So I agree with some points and not others. Similarly, aging Merlin down was probably one of the best decisions the show runners ever made. Both Arthur and Morgana are affected by the actions of Merlin andto some extentMordred. His Catalyst nature is especially prominent in discussions surrounding prophecy and possible futures. It only did so to get revenge on Uther Pendragon. Regardless of how you read it, and how it was intended to be read, the bond between Merlin and Arthur was incontrovertibly the emotional heart of the series. Merlin may not have spoken up, but ultimately neither did she. Gaius may have thought he wasnt ready, but the Dragon thought Arthur was. Driving Morgana Insane. Merlin walks that road because we, humanity, are at a moral tipping point, once again lacking compassion and acceptance, nearing the age of crises, and in need of the aid of Arthur and Merlin. Well, the dragon wasnt impartial throught he was so angry with Uther who he attacked Camelot and he would have kill Arthur if Merlin hadnt intervened. Not even after thousands of years do the writers take pity on Merlin and set him free. Guinevere (Angel Coulby) was a maid, serving villain-in-waiting Lady Morgana (Katie McGrath). We dont know anything, beyond that Merlin is still waiting for Arthur. That magic wasnt brought back! Merrimen's Preparations for The Heist. I completely agree with everything you said about the unfolding events being Merlins fault. Cant believe that this shows is 13 yrs old and here I am . Living in constant fear of Uther, being betrayed by her best friend etc. A lot of fans have blamed Kilgharrah and even Arthur himself for the bleak ending, but to me the blame for Arthurs death and Camelots fall rests solely on the shoulders of a young man. So if I were him, I would let her die and keep her living as a hero to those who grieved. The only problem with this entire theory though is that in the finale the Dragon states that Arthur has already built what he was destined to achieve. But we almost dont want to know we dont think we could take any more heartbreak! Rise of the Titans is the culmination of all three, wrapping up Tales of Arcadia with a feature film that brings together all of the characters for a climactic battle. To flatly blame Merlin as being solely responsible because of impossible choices of his without considering Morganas own choices in all their facets robs her of her agency in making those choices. 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