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Idk if you’ve ever said, but what is your favorite Merlin episode/season

I haven’t said which is unfortunate for you, anon, because I am going to spill my heart and soul...

S1 E1 The Dragon’s Call

If you only ever know one thing about me, it’s that I will always love the first episode of every show I watch. This one is the most iconic opening episode though. It has everything! It’s just so funny (although there are weird tonal shifts considering someone dies and Merlin immediately goes to Gaius’ and cracks some jokes --- c’mon director...). It sets up for an amazing enemies-friends-lovers trope like god. There’s lust at first sight and blatant innuendo. It’s so gawky and endearing; I always watch it when I’m upset.

S1 E4 The Poisoned Chalice (!!!!)

I have an entire post dedicated to my billionth rewatch of this episode because I’m just so heart eyes about the entire scenario. Also doesn’t hold back on the gay undertones --- who made the directing decision of having Merlin laying bed sweating and moaning “Arthur... faster” like I need an essay explanation. The main reason for my love of this episode is the genuine love and level of fondness. It’s been FOUR EPISODES and these boys are risking their lives and sacrificing themselves for each other like what the fuck!!!!!! Bradley and Colin do some stellar acting in this too...

S1 E5 Lancelot

Merlin is like... really gay. That’s it. He had such a big gay crush on Lancelot. This whole ep is his desperate attempts to assist and impress him. Has action! Drama!

S1 E10 The Moment of Truth

Hold on, allow me to WEEP, thank you. Also, I refuse to believe the rest of the series because Arthur definitely discovered Merlin’s magic in this ep and did not give a fuck. So! Emotional! Shoutout to Merlin’s mum, Hunith, too

S1 E11 The Labyrinth of Gedref

Arthur’s character is a bit off at the start of this (Yes, I am criticising the literal writers and proclaiming them Wrong), especially for this point in the season. More! Self! Sacrifice! Can you tell there’s a running theme here? I’m a morbid romantic. Beautiful cinemotography on the beach at the end like it leaves me breathless! “I’m glad you’re here, Merlin” *insert me weeping*

S1 E13 Le Morte D’Arthur

CONFLICT! MISERY! ...NIMUEH..!

S2 E8 The Sins of the Father

Ouch. Just ouch. Arthur breaks my heart and deserves more honesty in his life, that’s all I’m gonna say.

S2 E12 The Fires of Idirsholas

Full of drama and tension yet upholds a great level of visual humour, banter and slapstick. Morgana is incredibly iconic, bless the beautiful Katie McGrath. Merlin is faced with another difficult decision, does the boy ever get a break?

S2 E13 The Last Dragonlord

I’M TOO EMOTIONAL FOR THIS. IT MAKES ME SOB.

S3 E1/2 The Tears of Uther Pendragon - Part 1 & 2

Cry more tears, Uther. Die already.

S3 E8 The Eye of the Phoenix

Nothing like Merlin never listening and Arthur being overwhelmingly exasperated. Also Morgana and Morgause [insert heart eyes]

S4 E2 The Darkest Hour - Part 2

Living for the drama and angst. I am weak for it.

S4 E6 A Servant of Two Masters

Goes from angst to just so funny. Has some iconic quotes.

S4 E13 The Sword in the Stone

Finales are generally just good.

S5 E1/2 Arthur’s Bane - Parts 1 & 2

Mordred... [eyes emoji]

S5 E5 The Disir

Merlin gets weepy, as do I.

S5 E9 With All My Heart

Merlin is just so desperate for Arthur to accept magic. Also, pretty funny.

S5 E13 The Diamond of the Day - Part 2

SOBBING, CRYING, WEEPING AND ALL OTHER SYNONYMS AND VARIATIONS. I HAVE NEVER ONCE KNOWN PAIN LIKE THIS AND I NEVER WILL AGAIN (until like... my next rewatch).

I’m exhausted oh my god... can you tell I am OBSESSED with this, it’s unhealthy. It was my whole childhood aaaa. As for season, I’m pretty sure season one is!

Now y’all should tell me your favourite Merlin season/episode(s)

#this is the first anon i've gotten in a while... literally days but shh #very fitting that i don't shut the fuck up for paragraphs i'm the worst #i feel like i've missed so many favs i just stan the whole show #merlin #ask #anon #off theme #tv shows #Anonymous

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