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Meanwhile, Arthur has reached the edge of the Perilous Lands and checks his map. His destination would seem to be the large tower marked out as "The Dark Tower." He leaves his horse behind and approaches a small bridge, where a dwarf is waiting for him.

 

'''Grettir''': It would be wise not to dismiss it so freely. The rules in the land that you're heading to are quite different to those in the world that you know. }}

 

Gwaine and Merlin approach the bridge, and Gwaine signals to Merlin that he's going to scope out the area first. Having no idea what he means, Merlin just wanders up to the bridge and meets Grettir, who appears as if from nowhere, addressing him as Magic. He hints that everything about the quest has been preordained, and greets Gwaine as Strength when he jogs up to Merlin's side. Gwaine draws his sword, only for it to be transformed into a bouquet of large white liles.

 

'''Grettir''': It will return once you reach the other side. }}

 

Looking rather pained, Gwaine sets off across the bridge. Merlin draws closer to Grettir.

 

 

Still in the bog, Arthur manages to use his sword to drag a sturdy tree root closer to him, and drags himself out of the water without ruining his hair.

By night, Gwaine and Merlin are hunched over a small campfire, listening to the strange sounds of the wildlife around them. A particularly harsh screech cuts through the air.

 

'''Gwaine''': Not Arthur. }}

 

Gaius opens the door to the sound of frantic knocking and Gwen bursts in, telling him what she's just seen. Gaius does the usual "it may not be as it seems" shtisk, but Gwen knows what she saw and insists that Morgana is using magic.

 

'''Gaius''': I wish I could say otherwise, but I fear you're right. }}

 

Merlin immediately turns and takes the bracelet off Arthur's wrist. Groggily he comes to, finding Merlin smiling down at him.

 

'''Arthur''': Thanks?! For completely ruining the quest? }}

 

Outside, Arthur has discovered a secret compartment in the wall that could open the door - the only problem is that it's filled with bugs that spill out as soon as he loosens the stonework. Arthur is disgusted, but at Gwaine's needling, he tightens his glove and reaches into the cavity. Inside the throne room, Merlin and the [[Fisher King]] hear their attempts to enter.

 

'''Fisher King''': And you will hear them again. For that time is dawning, and my time can finally come to an end. This is why you were brought here. Oh, this is not Arthur's quest. It is yours. Arthur thinks the prize is the trident. }}

 

He drops it on the ground, and reveals something in his hand: a small vial of water.

 

'''Fisher King''': Albion's time of need is near and in that dark hour you must be strong, for you alone can save her. Your powers are great, but you will need help. And that is what I'm giving you. }}

 

He offers Merlin the vial. He steps forward and takes it.

 

 

Merlin thanks him, and realizes that he has a way to end the King's suffering. The [[Fisher King]] gets to his feet, and Merlin hands over Morgana's bracelet, warning him that if he holds it, he will die. The King silently reaches for it, and Merlin gets to his knees before putting it on his wrist. The King raises his arm as a wind begins to howl, and Merlin closes his eyes as the King disappears in a whirlwind, leaving behind only his throne and the trident.

The [[Power Trio]] head back toward Camelot until they reach the border. Gwaine can go no further given Uther's decree.

 

'''Gwaine''': Well, you can't have everything. }}