Another place to look is in local libraries. They often have sections dedicated to mythology and legends. You might find books that specifically focus on the Arthurian cycle and go into great detail about the relationship between Arthur, Merlin, and the druids. Librarians can also be very helpful in guiding you to the right books.
Another wonderful story is 'The Quest for the Holy Grail'. Merlin often gives advice and guidance to Arthur and his knights in this quest. The druids, in some versions, are keepers of certain knowledge that helps the knights on their journey. It's a story full of adventure, with Arthur's knights facing numerous challenges and temptations, all while Merlin's magic and the druids' wisdom lurk in the background.
I really like 'A Different Path for Merlin and Arthur'. In this fanfic, the events in Camelot take a different turn. Instead of the usual storylines, we see Merlin and Arthur face challenges together in a more collaborative way. Their bond is stronger from the start, and it shows how their partnership could have evolved differently. It has some great character development for both of them.
One great Arthur Merlin fanfiction is 'The Once and Future King's Heart'. It beautifully explores the deep bond between Arthur and Merlin in a way that feels true to the characters. The author's writing style is engaging, and it takes you on an emotional journey through Camelot's world.
One great story is where the female Merlin uses her magic to help Arthur in a battle against a powerful sorcerer. She creates illusions to confuse the enemy troops, allowing Arthur's army to gain the upper hand.
A good way to find high - quality ones is to look for fanfictions that have a lot of reviews and kudos. This usually indicates that other readers have really enjoyed the story. Some fanfictions might focus on a specific time in the Merlin and Arthur story, like during a particular battle or a political crisis, and how their love blossoms or is tested during those times.
They might encounter powerful magic. Druids are known for their connection to nature and magic. So, Merlin and Arthur could see unique spells being cast, or magical creatures that the druids protect.
Their relationship could become stronger. The shared experience of visiting a new and somewhat alien place like the druid camp would bring them closer. They'd rely on each other more in this unfamiliar setting.
One great fanfiction is 'The Once and Future King's Love'. It beautifully weaves the relationships between Merlin, Gwen, and Arthur. It shows their deep friendship and the budding romances in a really engaging way. The author does a wonderful job of staying true to the characters' personalities from the show.
A good place to start looking for Arthur spanks Merlin fanfics is on Archive of Our Own (AO3). There are many different takes on this theme there. You can filter by tags like 'Arthur/Merlin' and 'spanking' to narrow down your search.