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Tag Archives: fantasy

The Lady of the Lake: Merlin Series 2 Episode 9

July 18, 2013

It is a dark and stormy night.  Gaius is wandering around like a hippy version of Brother Cadfael saying things …

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The Sins of the Father: Merlin Series 2 Episode 8

July 18, 2013

Camelot in full pomp, and everyone terribly pleased with themselves, not least Arthur.  But hark, what mailclad sociopath is working …

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The Witchfinder: Merlin Series 2 Episode 7

July 18, 2013

Merlin, the cheekbony little scamp, has been doing magic again.  He knows he’s not allowed to do that in Camelot, …

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Beauty and the Beast II: Merlin Series 2 Episode 6

July 18, 2013

Lady Catrina lounges elegantly, brushing her hair.  “You look positively foul” mutters her henchman.  He’s not trying to convince her …

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Beauty and the Beast: Merlin Series 2 Episode 5

July 18, 2013

King Uther cuts a majestic and imposing figure in Camelot, ceaselessly striding the corridors of his castle to seek things …

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