Speaking to SciFiNow, co-creator Julian Murphy explained: “I think it’s interesting because you saw a glimpse at the end of [Series 4], particularly when he killed Agravaine, [Merlin] was becoming a much more stronger, focused and powerful character…”

Murphy continued: “…we’re really interested in taking him on that journey with all its dangers and the temptations it will bring, so that will be a big part of the fifth series.”

Discussing the possibility of a romance for Merlin, the creators have described the character as “a curiously non-romantic figure”.

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