Merlin: Miniseries
The legendary wizard Merlin sets out to raise young Arthur as true and noble, hoping to bring peace and harmony to the land. However, Merlin reckons without the interference of the scheming Queen Mab and her influence on Morgan Le Fey. The narrative recounts the wizard's life in the mythic history of Britain, drawing from the legend of King Arthur told from the perspective of the King's Wizard. Merlin is a creature b
Season 1 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Merlin is a legendary wizard and a creature born of pagan magic.
- The story takes place in a mythic Britain that is transitioning and converting to Christianity.
- Merlin possesses a distinct backstory leading up to the birth of King Arthur.
- The scheming Queen Mab acts as an antagonistic force in opposition to Merlin's goals.
Season overview
The legendary wizard Merlin sets out to raise young Arthur as true and noble, hoping to bring peace and harmony to the land. However, Merlin reckons without the interference of the scheming Queen Mab and her influence on Morgan Le Fey. The narrative recounts the wizard's life in the mythic history of Britain, drawing from the legend of King Arthur told from the perspective of the King's Wizard. Merlin is a creature born of pagan magic, living in a world converting to Christianity. He stands beside Arthur as the young leader gains Excalibur and builds Camelot, while both men face constant menaces and the looming threat of Queen Mab's plots.