Perhaps the story is set in a time or place where reading wasn't common or highly valued, and Merlin just never had the opportunity or motivation to learn. This could create an interesting contrast with the typical portrayal of Merlin as a wise and learned figure.
Maybe it's a unique plot twist the author came up with to add some drama and challenges for Merlin.
It could be that in Naruto's world, fanfiction isn't something that's common or known, so he's never been exposed to it and doesn't have the knowledge.
Well, Merlin is a fictional character and doesn't have a physical form to actually 'eat' anything, let alone fanfiction. Fanfiction is a written work created by fans, and it's not something that can be consumed in a literal sense by a fictional being like Merlin.
Maybe in the fanfic, Merlin was taught by a wise mentor or discovered some ancient scrolls that sparked his interest in learning to read.
It could be that in this fanfiction, Harry was raised in an environment where reading wasn't emphasized or accessible. Or perhaps he had a traumatic experience that made it difficult for him to learn to read.
Maybe it's part of a plot twist or a way to add mystery and tension to the story.
Maybe it's a plot twist to add mystery and tension. It could be part of a mind-altering event or a magical curse.
It might be due to copyright and legal issues. Fanfiction often involves using characters and settings from existing works, and Merlin's developers may not want to get involved in any potential legal gray areas associated with reading and potentially distributing fan - made content. Also, it could simply be that the developers haven't considered adding the functionality to read fanfiction as it is a rather niche area compared to mainstream literature.
It's important because it maintains the integrity of his character within the original story. If he knew about fanfiction, it would be like breaking the fourth wall and would seem out of place for his character who is supposed to exist solely within the original narrative.
It could be that there are some underlying reasons within the plot of the fanfic. For example, Harry might have some sort of trauma or moral stance that prevents him from competing. Or perhaps he's more focused on other aspects of his life, like exploring magic in a non - competitive way, or building relationships. So he simply chooses not to compete.
She might not like the fact that fanfic is often based on someone else's original work without proper authorization in some cases.