About this episode

The episode discusses Merlin's rejection of a crown and Morgaine's ambition for power.

Merlin is offered a crown and walks away. Meanwhile, Morgaine will do anything to take power.

Topics covered

• power struggle
• fantasy
• character development
• crown
• political intrigue

Keywords

• Merlin
• Morgaine
• Pendragon
• crown
• Maridunum
• power
• fantasy

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Pendragon: Rise of Merlin

Places: Maridunum

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