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The priestess Nimue imprisons him in an oak tree after he violates a holy rule of Avalon by profaning the sacred chalice and bringing it to Camelot as a communion cup. Knights at Camelot think it is the holy grail and go after it, but the grail vanishes by Nimue and Morgana le Fay's magic. This starts the famous quest. Nimue then imprisons Merlin for betrayal of the mysteries. * The source for this is the modern novel, The Mists of Avalon by Marian Zimmer Bradley.
There are variations to this tale depending on which version you're reading or watching. In the Medieval versions Merlin becomes besotted with Nimue and teaches her magic. Her powers grow and she eventually does become "Lady of the Lake". And Merlin continues his advances on Nimue--in Malory he comes across as a "dirty old man". Nimue becomes concerned by Merlin's lecherous intentions, so she uses the very crafts he taught her and imprisons him under a great stone. The original versions never integrate the grail as part of his imprisonment. That's a modern fictional invention.
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Who was freya to Merlin?
Freya was a cursed girl imprisoned by a bounty hunter in BBC Merlin TV series. No doubt Merlin liked this poor girl. Her name coming from a viking goddess name ...
What kind of tree was Merlin imprisoned in?
Merlin was said to be imprisoned in a tree called the "Nine of Wands" in British folklore. The exact type of tree varies in different versions of the story, but it is often depicted as an oak or an apple tree.
What is the fate of Merlin in the legends, and specifically, how does Merlin die?
In the legends, Merlin's fate varies depending on the version. In some stories, he is imprisoned or trapped by a woman he loved, while in others, he is betrayed and killed by a woman he trusted. One common version of his death is that he is trapped in a cave or tomb by the Lady of the Lake, where he remains until the end of time.
Why was Merlin famous?
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When was Merlin - Merlin album - created?
Merlin - Merlin album - was created in 1987.
In The Once and Future King by T.H. White whose death changes Arthur's life forever?
Merlin because he was his tutor and he always got advice from him However, Merlin, in this story. does not actually die but is imprisoned by Nimue. Uther Pendragon does die, and his death means that the barons seek for a new king, which mens Uther's unknown son Arthur.
Can you by a Merlin?
no merlin is a movie
What was the name of Merlin's assistand?
In some stories her name was Nimue or Nimueh, in others it was Vivien or Vivienne. It is said that she imprisoned him in a rock or tree after she had learned all she could from him. It is also said that he taught Morgana or Morgan le Fay.
Who acts Will Merlin's friend in Merlin?
The person who acts as Merlin's friend Will is: Joseph Dempsie
What is the height of a Merlin?
it depends, how big is the Merlin?
Who play Merlin in Merlin?
Colin Morgan
Who plays Merlin in the movie Merlin's Apprentice?
The actor Sam Neill plays Merlin in this movie.
