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Hello/Welcome thread- introduce yourselves here!
Hello Everyone,
Glad to be here. My name is Michelle. I came across Merlin on tv in the US for the first 2 episodes and was hooked. I really like the concept and the characters. John Hurt playing the voice of the dragon is just terriffic. I am 42 years old and really like anything fantasy related,books games,roleplaying, movies etc...I found this site looking for NBC's site and the rest is history. Looking forward to talking about the series with you all.
Mriswith
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Aug 4 2009, 1:22 PM EDT by
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what a day!!!
haha, I just realized we're discussing the same thing on two threads.
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May 29 2010, 1:37 PM EDT by
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Season 3 Episode 6?
Found this on the Merlins Keep site, even though I cant find it on the BBC press office yet :P
Season 3 - Episode 6
Arthur is pressured into an arranged marriage with a visiting princess, Elena, as the fantasy drama continues. Yet Merlin has reservations when he discovers Elena may not be exactly who she claims to be.
While trying to uncover Elena's dark secret, Merlin learns that Elena's nanny is a Pixie. But who is she working for? And what do they have to gain from her marriage to Arthur – the heir to the throne of Camelot? Can Merlin get to the bottom of this mystery before Arthur makes the biggest mistake of his life?
Starring: Colin Morgan (Merlin), Angel Coulby (Gwen), Bradley James (Arthur Pendragon), Katie McGrath (Evil Morgana), Anthony Head (Uther Pendragon), Richard Wilson (Gaius), John Hurt (Voice of the Great Dragon)
Guest Starring: Georgia King (Princess Elena)
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Directed by
Trivia: Turns out the fan who met Georgia King on location got her character's name wrong because it's Elena not Elaine.
http://www.farfarawaysite.com/merlin/season3/3006.htm
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Sep 30 2010, 9:35 AM EDT by
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Members
"Oh yes :P
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dkHJKakHMpo" ahhh. his voice hurts my ears.
how come he never gets eaten?
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Aug 14 2010, 8:28 PM EDT by
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Episode 12 - The Fires of Idirsholas
Official BBC Press Release:
Saturday 12 December
6.05-6.50pm BBC ONE
When the fires of Idirsholas burn for the first time in 300 years, Gaius fears a sorcerer has revived the deadly Knights of Medhir, in the penultimate episode of the magical family drama. Morgause has returned, hell-bent on ending Uther's reign.
Arthur and Merlin ride out to face the Knights and barely escape with their lives. Upon returning home, they find everyone in Camelot is under a strange enchantment – all except for Morgana. Could she be behind the magic which threatens the Kingdom? As Morgause and her Knights attack a helpless Camelot, Merlin's loyalties are stretched to the limit.
Gaius is played by Richard Wilson, Morgause by Emilia Fox, Uther by Anthony Head, Arthur by Bradley James, Merlin by Colin Morgan and Morgana by Katie McGrath.
Starring: Colin Morgan (Merlin), Angel Coulby (Gwen), Bradley James (Arthur Pendragon), Katie McGrath (Morgana), Anthony Head (Uther Pendragon), Richard Wilson (Gaius), John Hurt (Voice of the Great Dragon)
Guest Starring: Emilia Fox (Morgause)
(Sounds Exciting! =D)
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Nov 16 2009, 7:08 PM EST by
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Season 2 speculations!
"Nice speculation, this is actually quite logical and I could see this coming into being! I kinda want to see the Great Dragon free just so he could get out of the series. He isn't actually //that// helpful, I mean he helps sometimes but usually just tries to manipulate people. And he insulted Gaius, which is plain not cool!" Thanks! And the Great Dragon can cause potential conflict and depth, and he does guide Merlin somewhat, so I think they'll keep him around. Plus, he's voiced by John Hurt, which to get rid of a well-known actor like that early on is a no-no.
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Aug 4 2009, 4:17 PM EDT by
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Main Character Leaving Speculation
Sure, everyone wants to get rid of the old guy (just joking).
Wow, there are some really interesting insights in this thread with wonderful ideas for how the show could continue. Of course, being on this site and following the show, all the characters begin to take on a very personal role and we tend to hate seeing anyone leave - even Morgana who is necessary in the telling of the story.
It will be interesting to see how the writers keep to the integrity of the original story and if they'll stray or not. If they try to preserve their story to the original, then Morgana outlives Uther and continues to become Merlin's (and Arthur's) arch rival.
I suspect those speculations expressing Gaius to be leaving the show are probably the most correct. Merlin needs to grow and become his own man. But that's not to say there won't be additional characters introduced that won't influence him. After all there's still a dragon at Merlin's beck-and-call (so to speak).
I think I also agree with those that think Morgana (whom I adore, but realize has to play the role to make the story) will leave and only make the occasional appearances. After all, it's rather too convenient to be living in the same castle as those whom you would become enemies to. I like the idea of her becoming Queen as it does really lend itself to a series of good stories as Arther and Merlin try to regain the thrown. However, this is not part of the original story so we need to see the role the writers see for themselves.
Really great conversation everyone - intelligent and well thought ideas. Thanks for the great read.
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Nov 7 2010, 10:00 AM EST by Souljourn
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Merlin's Love Interest?
A Possible love interest for Merlin?
(Official BBC Press Release:)
When Merlin discovers the beautiful druid girl Freya trapped in a bounty hunter's cage, he knows he must help her escape, as the magical family drama continues. Gaius warns against getting involved but Merlin refuses to listen.
Merlin harbours Freya in the tunnels beneath Camelot. But with the bounty hunter searching for his missing prize and a ferocious magical beast on the loose, she can't stay hidden long. Merlin's intense new friendship is tested to the limit and he is forced to make some heartbreaking decisions as he battles to keep Freya safe.
Starring: Colin Morgan (Merlin), Angel Coulby (Gwen), Bradley James (Arthur Pendragon), Katie McGrath (Morgana), Anthony Head (Uther Pendragon), Richard Wilson (Gaius), John Hurt (Voice of the Great Dragon)
Guest Starring: Laura Donnelly (Freya)
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Nov 4 2009, 12:25 PM EST by
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WRITE A REVIEW OF EPISODE 401: THE DARKEST HOUR (Part 1)
I'd heard so much about the darker edge and the larger scope but even that didn't fully prepare me for the look and feel of the first episode. I thought it was all excellent.
I listened to John Hurt's opening with baited breath .... was he going to say it ....? "Rests on the shoulder of a young MAN" Thank you, it's about time! And new opening credit sequence; again, it's about time!
Love fully evil Morgana - definately better than any of her previous versions IMO.
Absolutely loved the bustling Camelot scene and got very excited when Merlin went into the kitchens but mostly for selfish reasons because I've written about that room in fanfiction and the head cook who was my Cookie from 'King Arthur's Ward' So nice of the writers to include her for me!!
Lancelot has always been my least favourite character, not because of the gorgeous Santiago, or the triagle but because I find that the noble types don't do much for me, but I love his relationship with Merlin here - knowing and even encouraging his use of magic. Yes, I think we can see where he's heading next episode and I think that will continue to make him very interesting to watch.
Lovely Merthur banter throughout - despite being a little forced because of how genuinely scared and distracted both were. Arthur's taking Merlin more seriously now. Giving him more responsibility and openly smiling as he insults him, acknowledging that he doesn't mean it. Merlin writing his speech? Slowly he's more advisor than servant and I hope that continues to develop through out this series.
Merlin's bedroom gets smarter every year too, have you noticed? He definitely has a slightly bigger and more comfy looking bed. I marvelled how someone of his height could even manage to sleep on that last one.
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Oct 2 2011, 6:30 AM EDT by
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Uther: Big Baddie or Loving Father?
This seems to come up in a lot of baddie discussion threads so I wondered what people really thought of Uther Pendragon. Is he just a loving father and a good king in difficult times? Or is he a mad tyrant who persecutes his own people?
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Feb 22 2010, 6:08 AM EST by
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Aug 5 2009, 12:17 AM EDT by
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