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Ep9 - Domestic

I love this scene with all my heart... the domesticity...

Arthur's white shirt is always worth appreciating

Arthur's so nervous and so without any pretence

Merlin's being the awesome wingman that he is

I know it's his job but it makes me happy every time Merlin help Arthur put on the jacket <3

THE HAIR RUFFLING!!!!!

MY HEART CAN'T TAKE!!! 🫠🫠

Ep9 - Morgana and Shade Lancelot

"I will not disappoint you, my lady."

Really like how Katie played Morgana here. It's hard to say what exactly it is, but I think there's sadness, a part for the tragic fate she bestowed upon Lancelot's soul, a part for the past life she's lost, perhaps? She knew enough about Lancelot to fill him in the history. She knew who "his lady" is. Maybe she's sad that no one will speak to her with such respect, devotion, and love anymore (poor Agravaine xd). She is so pathetic now that she has to make her own mindless doll who would worship her. Or maybe she simply falls back to a moment of nostalgia, remembering the time when she was content being the lady of the house

Morgana and Shade Lancelot have an interesting dynamic that I'd love to see more~ Just keep him in the cave and let Arwen marry and everyone will be happier xd

Ep4 - Fathers

Merlin and Arthur talk about their lost fathers!

It's so, so sweet😭Perfect timing too, after Uther's death just previous episode. Almost seem like that's the reason they put the dragon egg story here. But then it's cut, so... ?

It's rare as it is that Merlin shares with Arthur something about himself, more so in the later seasons. Their relationship in s4 starts to turn in a weird direction so it'd be really nice to show that yes they have something in common and they still talk like normal friends! They don't only talk about Camelot and traitor and destiny! I feel like in s4 that's all they talked about...

Merlin couldn't tell Arthur about Balinor at the time because the dragon attack; Arthur didn't get to talk to Merlin last episode because Merlin was busy playing Dragoon. Now they both get a chance to do that! Why would you cut that...?

Arthur's expression and voice are so soft and gentle I'm melting 🫠Another similar moment is in s3 when he tried to give advice to Merlin about fighting with father figure (the one where Gaius was being awful because he found his old lover). He is a lot better at comforting and giving advices~~ no hitting this time XD

"... knowing your father would be proud of you." "You're right."

Merlin's beautiful smile at the end...!

That said, I can't decide if I want it in this episode or not. On one hand, it's about the only place they can naturally bring up Merlin's father. On the other hand, I kind of hate everyone in this episode, and the awful stew joke in this episode... so it might actually be a good thing they cut it, so I can hate this episode wholeheartedly...

Ep3 - Arthur talks about magic

If we cut half of Dragoon's bad jokes we can have this scene you know...

It's not like, super well written, but it'd still be good to see more of Arthur's thoughts on magic and the law! Seeing him recognise that a lot of bias comes from hurt and hatred and maybe the reality isn't what they think!

I do hope that if they're going to mention Gwen's father, either of them would remember that someone's magic saved his long before he was killed for helping sorcerer... and that he wasn't killed by magic, but by the law of Camelot. That'd be more helpful in Arthur's dilemma now, no? And Gwen could also offer something more concrete for Arthur's consideration, instead of again telling Arthur to trust himself without actually having an opinion.

Ep1 - The Sigil Scene

I think everyone can probably memorise this whole scene by heart xd

I don't want to get into what it means for Arthur to give Merlin the sigil because 1) I'm not an expert 2) I'd really love to push more platonic merthur agenda instead of the other.

I do still believe that this scene should be in the final cut. The alternative scene of the similar conversation ("You never fathom me out?") in the episode sounds very out of place. This one fits so much better. Yes, Arthur's been thinking about dying this whole trip because he plans to sacrifice himself, not because they lose the fire (for stupid reason) and Dorocha can get them any second.

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Of course Arthur would want to talk it out a bit with Merlin when they had alone time at the campfire! Knowing that Merlin would not take advantage of his vulnerability, would say the encouragement he needs and mix it with light teasing and makes everything feel easier. And Arthur also gives something to Merlin! Not just taking what Merlin has to offer. Love how soft and gentle the whole scene is.