The descriptions for the final two Merlin episodes have been released. Read about Morgana’s final plan and how Merlin will finally face his destiny.
This is it, everyone. Episodes 5×12 and 5×13 will conclude the story of the boy wizard Merlin, and the BBC has now released the descriptions.
Do not read ahead if you wish to remain spoiler-free.
Episode 12 is the first part of the series finale which airs on December 29. The description reads:
High in the mountains, a great horde gathers; Morgana prepares for war with a vengeful Mordred at her side.
Merlin feels the weight of his destiny like never before as the ancient prophecies play out with terrifying accuracy. But before he can save his beloved Camelot, he must save himself. For it is not just the kingdom Morgana wishes to destroy – it is also Emrys.
Do not miss this penultimate episode in the epic final series of Merlin.
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Immediately, we have questions! Why is Mordred vengeful? Does Morgana know that Merlin is Emrys? Why is she striking against Camelot now?
But onwards we must, to the description for the second half of the finale! It reads:
And so it seems the Prophets did not lie. As the great battle rages on Camlann’s mighty plain, Merlin faces his moment of destiny.
Can he find the strength to save the man he made a King; the Camelot they fought to build; and the brotherhood they shared?
Don’t miss the very last episode of Merlin as the legend draws to a spectacular and emotional end.
Oh no. We sense that after this is all over, we’re going to need a major virtual Merlin family group hug. In Arthurian legend, the Battle of Camlann is where King Arthur took his final stand, where he either died or was fatally wounded by Mordred.
The location of the battle, these descriptions, and Colin Morgan’s ominous comments all make us pretty sure that Arthur will die… but of course miracles do happen. Right? …Guys?
There are still a few episodes to go before the big finish! This Saturday, episode 5×09 “With All My Heart” airs at 20:00 GMT on BBC One, and hopefully Merlin and Arthur will manage to save Gwen from Morgana’s enchantment.
Check out the promotional images released for the series finale, and read our open letter to the BBC responding to the announcement that Merlin is ending.
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