#wizards analysis

My main point of evidence is Morgana’s arm. In Trollhunters, we see she has this emerald/green crystal arm, and it’s never explained as to why in Trollhunters, but in wizards… well, let’s work backwards. Morgana gets her green arm from Nari when she is resurrected by the Arcane Order, why did she need to be resurrected and get a new arm? Arthur cut off her arm and she fell to her death; why did this fight happen? Well, she defended a troll while Arthur forced her to join him in hunting them, (let’s put a pin in the fact that this troll is Jim), but why were they out chasing trolls in the first place? They broke out of the dungeons; well, how did they get out? Douxie, Claire and Steve FROM THE FUTURE needed to free Jim. So if a=c, Morgana has the green arm we see in Trollhunters because of the time-travelers in Wizards.

Additionally, in Claire’s vision in Season 3 of Trollhunters, we see the amulet being made, we get references/allusions to this scene in Wizards when the amulet is, well obviously, being made. A small detail (which was likely an early early tease for Wizards) in that vision, we see someone hand Merlin the crystal within the Amulet

And if you notice (my red circle kinda makes in obvious) this is clearly implied to be Douxie. Now this isn’t exactly how his arm jewelry is exactly styled during wizards, but it’s likely they hadn’t solidified that design yet. But you know what the first thing we ever saw of Douxie was?

THIS HAND. It’s the same bracelets. Now, what does this have to do with time travel? That can’t be past “Moppet” Douxie, beacause, 1, these are more modern bracelets, and 2, we are told in Wizards that to forge the amulet, you need TWO MASTER Wizards. It can’t be Moppet Douxie because he is no where near skilled enough to be considered a “master wizard.” So therefore, for the entire franchise to even be possible, the time travel has to have ALWAYS happened. Now, why are Merlin’s visions in Trollhunters (Morgana vs Merlin) different than what we see in Wizards (Morgana vs Douxie)? Well there are a few different reasons this could be, one, it’s been a long time maybe Merlin is misremembering, he was asleep for Douxie’s fight anyway, or, more likely, he’s lying about himself facing Morgana as to keep the timeline in tact. Speaking of the timeline, isn’t the whole plot of Wizards them trying and failing to not screw up the timeline?? Here’s the thing. To understand all this, we had to have this deep analysis/meta discussion, this is dramatic irony; THE AUDIENCE knows that everything that is happening is what is supposed to happen for the timeline to continue, but THE CHARACTERS don’t know that. Merlin says to mess with time travel is foolish, therefore it’s likely he doesn’t fully understand it either; it’s better to not mess with it and never fully understand it than to mess with it and screw up the universe. However, he knows Douxie, Claire, Jim and Steve eventually go back in time, which is likely why Merlin comes up with that plan in the first place despite his past self being flabbergasted with such an idea. Well, you may ask, Douxie was there, why doesn’t he remember? “You do realize repeated sleep spells can cause memory loss..permanently.” “Huh, funny, don't remember that” THIS this throw away joke feels like doubling down on the cyclical time theory. Like they knew what they were doing, they didn’t somehow walk backwards into this distinct type of time travel. It just feels so meticulously crafted for this to be the case…and then I saw no one else saying this…and then RotT happened..and ignored it all. UHGGHGWAHH

Right, who knew I’d ever turn into a full-time Douxie blog? I didn’t know I loved him so much. It came very naturally. He’s the personality I’d want to marry, if I’m honest. There’s nothing boring or off-turning about him. He’s charming, caring, quick on his feet, and imaginative. Judging from fandom content, I’m not the only one who loves our bean. So here’s a few reasons why Douxie is so great! ♥

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1. He has a vision.

He has big goals and a clear intent of where he wants to go in life. It speaks of determination and a broad, open mind. That’s super attractive.

2. He is hard-working and committed to bettering himself.

He disciplines himself and is serious about his eagerness to learn. “And what sort of life would that be?” Those words really stuck with him.

3. He is humble.

He doesn’t think himself above correction. He listens to wisdom and applies it.

4. He’s a natural charmer.

He’s smooth and juuust a tiny bit of a show-off.

5. He’s confident about his capabilities.

He trusts in himself and does not overestimate himself when it counts. What he lacks in skill, he knows he will be able to make up for in spontaneity (and luck).

6. He doesn’t shy away from danger.

He is brave and loyal to his cause and to the people who are important to him. He will stand up for his loved ones and defend them. He’s stubborn like that.

7. He learns on the go.

He is not a book smart, but learns things fast by putting them into practice. He is a quick thinker who knows to use his surroundings to his advantage, which makes him a flexible, versatile fighter.

8. He’s a pure, innocent soul.

He doesn’t have any nasty thoughts or gross habits. He wears his heart on his sleeve, and he has sentiment for what he loves. He couldn’t harm a bug. You guys, that was all just in the first episode.

9. He is polite, diplomatic, and stays collected in precarious situations.

He doesn’t blindly take charge, but instead listens, observes, mediates and delegates.

10. He is kind and considerate of others. And he cares so, so much.

He is gentle, sensible and sensitive. He is an empath who identifies a lot with other people’s emotions. He can understand their problems easily and reacts with great care. He is comforting, helpful, optimistic, encouraging and hopeful. He is not dismissive, raging, or loud, but a great listener who cares a lot.

11. He loves unconditionally. 

He doesn’t repay evil with more evil, or is unkind to others just because his own day isn’t going great. Instead, he always pays kindness forward, so much that others are impressed by it.

12. He is generous.

He goes out of his way to do nice things he doesn’t have to. Heck, he’d never tell Steve to his face how annoying he finds him, but is totally supportive of his Knight career instead. Douxie makes friends easily and everywhere he goes. This also makes him a great teacher who it’s fun to learn with.

13. Although spontaneous, he is well-prepared for unexpected turns of events.

He is not gullible, naive or foolish, but makes plans whenever possible and has his bracelet equipped with all necessary functions that come in handy in close combat. He isn’t afraid to take matters in his own hands and present a good idea.

14. He loves what he does and is actually amazing at it. He loves life.

The freedom we see him gain when he learns to unashamedly be himself is absolutely beautiful to watch.

15. He is honest about facing facts, but he doesn’t give up on people.

He won’t lie to people about inconvenient truths, but he is also passionate about helping them. Any people for that matter. Be it family, or strangers, or friends. He’d go to any length to assist them, and that’s something he promises. In fact, it’s something he says over and over: “Trust me.” And trust he earns. 

16. He is shattered by the unfairness and grief in the world.

He lets those things touch him. He’s not emotionally distant, but lets these things affect him as raw and deeply as they come. He works through them, and gathers strength through his close relationships. That’s super healthy. He’s conscious of his flaws and weaknesses, and in tune with the knowledge that processing loss takes time. He’s okay with crying, and sitting with the weight of the hurt. That’s not a thing many men are able do, if you ask me. 

17. He’s at peace with himself.

He’s ready to die for his friends. And he’s completely okay with that. He may be afraid in the moment, but he stands bold and tall and doesn’t fear what’s to come.

creating passageways, sometimes between realms (shadow portal, Infinite Corridor, time rift, limbo)

taking trips or glimpses into the past/future/alternate realities (Merlin’s illusion of the Battle of Killahead & Unkar the Unfortunate, Heart of Avalon, Time Map, Kronisfere)

Halting time (Kairosect, Angor Rot’s stasis trap, sealing Morgana away, sealing Merlin in his tomb, sealing injured Troll!Jim into a protective shell)

Possession/Control (Morgana -> Claire & changelings, Angor Rot’s ring, Gunmar -> Gumm Gumms & Otto Scaarbach, Claire -> Monster!Jimbo, Arcane Order -> Nari, Douxie’s body swap spell)

Battle attacks/defenses, fighting weapon.

Whereas healing seems to be scarcely possible and more like the speciality of Troll Magic:

Healing (remember Vendel separating the bond between Barbara and Strickler, reviving Aaarrrgghh from Creeper’s Sun poisoning)

Physical alterations (tiny!Jim, human!Blinky, Troll!Jim, Grave sand, changeling milk)

But then she taunts: “Little Douxie finally got his staff!”

And I’m like. Of course. Merlin is super hard to impress. If Douxie got his staff from Merlin, that means he must have become a pretty strong and capable wizard who managed to impress the old crank. Merlin.

And that’s why Morgana suddenly becomes wary of Douxie, if not even...afraid. Because she realizes that she can’t ignore small, annoying moppet anymore. She really is dealing with two Master Wizards at once now.