Another aspect often explored in fanfiction is the power dynamic. Given Arthur is a king and Merlin his servant, fanfictions may play with this, like Merlin having to hide his true power from Arthur at first but later using it to save Arthur's kingdom, which then leads to a shift in their relationship.
There's also 'Merlin's Hidden Power'. In this story, Merlin discovers a long - lost power within himself while still remaining loyal to Arthur. The fanfiction focuses on how their bond grows even stronger as they face political intrigue in Camelot. It has a lot of action scenes and emotional moments between the two characters.
One great Merlin Arthur fanfiction could be 'The Bond Beyond Magic'. It focuses on their relationship growing stronger as they face new magical threats together. Another is 'Arthur's Discovery' where Arthur slowly uncovers Merlin's true power and the depth of his loyalty.
There are indeed some arthur and female merlin lemon fanfiction works. They often take creative liberties with the characters and their relationship. One interesting aspect is how they handle the power dynamics between Arthur, the king, and Merlin, who has magic. Some stories use this as a central theme to build tension and romance. It's also interesting to see how they adapt the traditional Arthurian legends to fit this new dynamic.
There's also 'A Magical Friendship Turned More'. In this fanfiction, it starts with their strong friendship and gradually builds on a romantic undertone. It does a great job of incorporating the magic elements from the original show into their evolving relationship. The author pays great attention to the characters' personalities, making it a very engaging read.
There's 'A Different Kind of Bond'. This fanfiction takes a unique approach by showing their relationship develop through various trials. It shows how they support each other in different situations, from battles against dark magic to political intrigues within Camelot. It's a great read for those who like to see the characters grow together.
Well, there's a fanfiction called 'Friendship Beyond Magic'. In this story, Merlin uses his magic not just to protect Arthur from external threats but also to strengthen their emotional bond. It shows how their relationship evolves from a mere servant - king dynamic to a true bromance. And then there's 'Shared Secrets', where they share secrets that no one else in Camelot knows, which deepens their connection.
There's a fanfiction called 'A Different Kind of Lesson'. In it, the spanking incident is not just about punishment but also a way for Arthur to show his concern for Merlin. It's set against the backdrop of a dangerous mission where Merlin's recklessness endangers the whole group, and Arthur takes it upon himself to set things straight in his own way.
One story could be where Arthur's roughness is a result of his insecurities. He might be rough in his training methods with Merlin, but it's because he's worried about Merlin's safety in battles. So, he pushes him hard. Another could be a plot where Arthur is under a spell that makes him act rough towards Merlin, and Merlin has to find a way to break the spell while still being loyal to Arthur.
One great 'Arthur hits Merlin' fanfiction could be 'The Unspoken Bond'. It delves into a time when Arthur's actions, which seem like hitting, are actually his clumsy way of showing concern. Another is 'Hidden Meanings' where the hitting is a misinterpreted part of an ancient Camelot ritual. There's also 'Misunderstood Moments' which focuses on how these incidents shape their relationship in unexpected ways.
Yes, there are quite a few. You can find some on fanfiction websites like Archive of Our Own. Just search for 'Merlin and Arthur' in the relevant tags and you'll come across many interesting stories that reimagine their relationship in a gay context.