In the next episode of fantasy drama Merlin‘s fourth series, the mighty citadel is buzzing in anticipation of the Prince’s birthday celebrations.

But Arthur’s old adversary, Odin, promises to ensure this is one party Camelot will never forget – for among the assembling guests lurks a deadly assassin set to strike.

The Wicked Day airs at 8.15pm on Saturday 15th October on BBC One. In the meantime, here are ten teasing lines of dialogue from the episode…

» ‘We must make sure this is a celebration the young prince will never forget.’

» ‘He’s more likely to have you hanged.’

» ‘It’s only a matter of time…’

» ‘There’s still so much I want to say.’

» ‘Need I remind you the last time you used an ageing spell you nearly had yourself burned at the stake.’

» ‘Don’t try and stop me because you can’t!’

» ‘I felt it.’

» ‘All I have ever wanted is that people like me can live in peace, that people that practice magic are accepted rather than hunted.’

» ‘We’ve both suffered because of magic.’

» ‘I take it you didn’t come all this way to smash my favourite pot.’

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