One great 'Merlin Overworked' fanfiction is 'The Trials of Merlin' which delves into Merlin having to deal with multiple magical tasks on top of his regular duties for Arthur. It really shows his struggle well.
I also like 'Merlin's Overwhelming Burden'. This fanfiction not only focuses on Merlin being overworked but also shows how his relationships with the other characters are affected by his constant busyness. It's a bit more complex and explores the emotional side of Merlin's situation quite well.
One popular overworked Merlin fanfiction is 'Merlin's Endless Tasks'. It delves into Merlin constantly being overburdened with his magic - related duties in Camelot. Another is 'Overworked and Underappreciated', which shows Merlin's struggles as he has to manage his duties to Arthur, keep his magic a secret, and deal with the various threats to Camelot all at once.
Another theme is self - sacrifice. Merlin often puts his own well - being aside because he's so overworked. He'll skip meals or sleep to ensure Arthur's safety or to deal with a magical emergency. In some fanfics, this leads to him getting sick or making mistakes that he has to fix later.
In overworked Merlin fanfiction, the theme of self - sacrifice is quite common. Merlin sacrifices his own time, energy, and sometimes even his safety for the sake of Arthur and Camelot. He is constantly working hard, whether it's using his magic to protect the kingdom or doing menial tasks for Arthur. Another theme is the hope for a break or a change. Merlin often wishes for a time when he can be less overworked, and this longing is a recurring element in these fanfictions. It shows his human side, as he gets tired of the constant grind just like any normal person would.
Well, 'The Lost Years of Merlin' is an excellent piece of Merlin fanfiction. This story imagines what Merlin was doing during the years that were not shown in the series. It has a lot of details about Merlin's growth as a wizard and as a person. Additionally, 'Magic Unbound' is a good one. It plays with the idea of magic being more free - flowing in Camelot and how that would change the dynamics between Merlin and the other characters.
Another one is 'When Merlin Met Loki'. This fanfiction is more of a light - hearted take on the two characters meeting. It has some humorous moments as Merlin tries to figure out Loki's trickster ways and Loki is both amused and a bit frustrated by Merlin's pure - hearted magic. It's a fun read if you want something not too serious.
Sure. 'The Dragon's Apprentice' is a great one. It delves deeper into Merlin's training with the dragon and his secret powers. Another is 'Merlin's Hidden Allies' which shows Merlin making unexpected friends in Camelot. And 'Sub Merlin's New Beginnings' offers a fresh take on Merlin's role in the kingdom, exploring his character growth in a unique way.
Sure. 'The King's Father' is a great one. It delves deep into Merlin's father's backstory and his relationship with Merlin in a very interesting way. It shows how his father's past actions and decisions influenced Merlin's life.
There's also 'Morgana's Redemption in Merlin's Eyes'. This fanfic focuses on Morgana's journey towards redemption and how Merlin plays a crucial part in it. It shows a side of Morgana that is often overlooked, and the relationship development between the two characters is beautifully written.
Sure. One popular one is 'Merlin's Blood Bond' which delves into Merlin having a mysterious connection with a vampire clan. Another is 'The Vampire's Apprentice Merlin' where Merlin becomes involved with a vampire who teaches him about a hidden world of magic and bloodlust. There's also 'Merlin and the Vampire Queen' which has an interesting plot of Merlin trying to protect Camelot from a powerful vampire queen.
Another good one could be 'A Pregnant Merlin in Secret'. This story focuses on Merlin trying to keep his pregnancy a secret for as long as possible in Camelot, which creates a lot of suspense and interesting plot twists.